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Welcome to the BLUNT Newsletter, your direct access to pop culture that is short and to the point.

Super Bowl Weekend:

Super Bowl LIX features the Kansas City Chiefs against the Philadelphia Eagles in a championship rematch. The Chiefs aim for their fourth Super Bowl win in six years, which would cement their dynasty status. Patrick Mahomes could surpass Joe Montana's legacy with a victory, while the Eagles, strengthened by Saquon Barkley's outstanding playoff performance, seek to overcome historical rematch trends. Despite the Eagles' advantages, the Chiefs remain formidable under Mahomes and coach Andy Reid.

CANNABIS

New GOP bill seeks to maintain tax deduction bans for marijuana businesses, despite potential federal rescheduling under Schedule III classification.

The Super Bowl offers cannabis brands opportunities through product promotions, collaborations, and marketing activations, despite the NFL’s outdated marijuana policies.

Medical marijuana significantly outperforms prescription medications in treating chronic pain, reducing opioid use, and offering sustained relief.

The NFL embraces CBD for player recovery, relaxing cannabis policies, reflecting shifting societal attitudes and promoting broader sports policy reevaluation.

US NEWS

Winter storms will bring heavy snow, ice, and hazardous travel conditions across the US Midwest and Northeast.

Rescue crews recovered the wreckage of a missing Alaskan plane; 10 presumed dead.

New York governor orders weeklong poultry market shutdown after seven bird flu cases detected in NYC.

Southern California Edison admits its equipment may have ignited the Hurst Fire, burning 799 acres amid Los Angeles January wildfires.

WORLD NEWS

The UK will demolish Grenfell Tower, eight years after the 2017 fire that killed 72 people.

Asteroid 2024 YR4 has a 2.2% Earth impact risk in 2032, with ongoing observations expected to refine its trajectory.

Hamas released three Israeli hostages, who appeared frail, amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations and concerns about their condition.

SPORTS

Anthony Davis acknowledges Mavericks fans’ frustration after Luka Doncic’s trade, vowing to restore hope and prove his worth.

Jake Paul criticizes Canelo Alvarez for canceling their planned fight, accusing him of prioritizing lucrative Riyadh Season deals instead.

Mavs GM Nico Harrison faces death threats and racist remarks after Luka Dončić trade, prompting increased security at games.

POP CULTURE

Kendrick Lamar and Timothée Chalamet discuss creativity, overcoming challenges, and mutual admiration ahead of Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime performance.

Netflix cancels Prince documentary after estate objects, plans new project featuring exclusive archival content instead.

Ye sparks outrage with posts praising Hitler, claiming dominion over wife Bianca Censori, and supporting Diddy amid ongoing controversies.

BUSINESS

The US added 143,000 jobs in January, missing estimates, while unemployment dropped to 4%.

Time’s latest cover features Elon Musk behind Trump’s desk, symbolizing Musk’s growing influence and potential power struggle.

Americans expect higher inflation, with consumer sentiment declining amid Trump tariffs and fears of rising costs this year.

Quote of the Day:

“The sole meaning of life is to serve humanity.”

- Leo Tolstoy

That's all for now! We hope you enjoyed this edition of the BLUNT Newsletter. Have a fantastic rest of your day!