1-833-663-7284 (Customer Support Available 24/7)
by Gary Miller
Over the weekend, news broke out about WNBA star Brittney Griner’s arrest in Russia. According to the Russian Federal Customs Service, officials found vaping cartridges containing cannabis oil in Griner’s luggage at an airport near Moscow. In Russia, Griner’s alleged crimes can result in up to 10 years of prison time.
Griner, like many of her fellow WNBA players, spends the off-season playing in Russia. As tensions began to rise between Russia and Ukraine, many American athletes were able to exit the country. Unfortunately, Griner was not so lucky.
Recently released footage of Griner’s run-in with Russian Customs Agents shows the incident occurred sometime in late February. With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine happening during the same period, Griner seems to simply have been in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Griner’s agent, Lindsay Kagawa Colas, recently released a statement indicating the legal work is underway to bring the star back to the U.S. In the meantime, Cola notes, “We [the agency] are not able to comment further on the specifics of her case but can confirm that as we work to get her home, her mental and physical health remain our primary concern.”
On Sunday, U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken said the federal government was available to help Griner as needed. “There’s only so much I can say given the privacy considerations at this point. Whenever an American is detained anywhere in the world, we of course stand ready to provide every possible assistance, and that includes in Russia.”
With a massive geopolitical conflict as its setting, Griner and her legal team are in for an uphill battle to secure the basketball star’s freedom. Make sure you follow Veriheal to get the latest updates on Griner’s ongoing case.
That’s STUPID
Looking to find your medical cannabis in a state that hasn’t yet legalized it? It may be tempting to drive across neighboring state lines with more cannabis-friendly laws. However, the number of states that will authorize qualified patients from out-of-state medical marijuana programs is still relatively small. Which States Accept Out-of-State MMJ Cards? States That…
So you love smoking cannabis, but you’re tired of the same ole rolling papers. Perhaps you recently learned about the potential dangers and risks associated with tobacco blunt wraps and want a healthier option. Let’s explore some rolling paper alternatives that work well for blunts, joints, and spliffs. Types of Rolling Paper to Absolutely Avoid…
Bipolar disorder is a complex condition that impacts millions worldwide, leading to extreme mood swings, intense emotional episodes, and difficulty managing day-to-day life. But there may be some good news for those coping with this mental health issue. According to recent research, cannabis could offer unique benefits as part of an approach to managing bipolar…
Despite the fact that the legal cannabis industry is growing, many people are still purchasing from the illicit market. A recent study investigated this matter and found that buying cannabis from the illicit market may be “better” than legal weed. The obvious reasons for choosing the illicit market over the legal market include the likes…
Nations across the globe are beginning to recognize the dangers of restrictive drug policies—aka the “war on drugs.” Colombia and Mexico recently came together for an international conference focused on “redesigning and rethinking drug policy” given the “failure” of prohibition. The two countries will collaborate with other Latin American leaders to create new drug policies….
A new Israeli study has confirmed that smoked cannabis extracts offer a more effective way to treat back pain than ingested CBD…
Mixing cannabis with recreational drugs, medications, or alcohol can be a rollercoaster ride for your mind and body. While it may seem…
We sat down with the team at TerraLeaf, a medical cannabis dispensary servicing West Virginia, to ask them the Veriheal 5—five questions…
