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Russia seeks to ban ‘propaganda’ promoting childfree lifestyles

People could face fines of up to 400,000 rubles, as data suggests birthrate has slid to lowest level in quarter of a century. A law that would ban “propaganda” seeking to champion a childfree ...

World - The Guardian - October 18

Ban smacking in England now, says children’s commissioner

Rachel de Souza makes strongest intervention yet as three relatives go on trial for murder of Sara Sharif, the 10-year-old who allegedly suffered two years of abuse by her father. Ministers must ...

World - The Guardian - October 19

English smacking ban being considered by government

Government ministers are considering outlawing physical punishment of children, Department for Education confirms.

UK Considers New Smartphone Bans for Children

A proposed law would tighten up phone bans in schools and limit how tech companies use children’s data, but experts are unconvinced these measures would make kids safer or healthier.

Tech - Wired - October 22

Federal Ban on Fake Reviews Goes Into Effect

A Federal Trade Commission rule prohibiting the sale or purchase of online ratings is live, opening to door to lawsuits for violations.

Business - Inc. - October 22

Forest owner banned for spitting towards officials

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis was given a five-match stadium ban for spitting on the floor as the referee walked past him.

Report shows steady increase in abortions in states with bans

Since the end of Roe v. Wade in 2022, the number of women receiving abortions has increased steadily and consistently in nearly every state that has banned it, according to a new comprehensive ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

Veterans demand better payout for gay ban

Leading charities have written to the prime minister, calling the average payments "unacceptably low".

Williams, facing ban, practicing; has Lions' 'trust'

Lions receiver Jameson Williams continues to practice and be around the team as he awaits an official ruling on a possible two-game suspension from the NFL.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

U.K. Plans Disposable Vape Ban in England

The measure, which echoes plans in Scotland and Wales, aims to protect young people’s health and reduce environmental damage.

World - The New York Times - October 24

Lions WR Williams: PED ban 'complete surprise'

The NFL suspended Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams for two games for violating its PED policy.

Sports - ESPN - October 24

Warner's leadership ban lifted by Cricket Australia

David Warner's lifetime leadership ban is lifted by Cricket Australia, leaving him free to captain in domestic cricket.

The track that caused so much chaos on the dancefloor it got banned

In the early 2000s many UK clubs banned Pow! - which critics compared to Sex Pistols' God Save the Queen.

I'm open-minded on England smacking ban, says Education Secretary

Bridget Phillipson tells the BBC that legislation would not be introduced "any time soon".

Apple banned from selling iPhone 16 in Indonesia

Government says US company’s investment in the country has fallen short

Business - Financial Times - October 28

FirstFT: Twin scandals hit PwC’s Asia profits

Also in today’s newsletter, the fallout from the Madison Square Garden rally and what happened to Project 2025?

World - Financial Times - October 29

As Schools Ban Phones, More Kids Are Using Smartwatches

Many parents are unable or unwilling to send their children to school with a phone. Smartwatch use among kids is booming, but experts warn the devices could be yet another “electronic umbilical cord.”

Tech - Wired - October 29

What is Unrwa and why has Israel banned it?

The agency provides aid for Palestinians in Gaza and elsewhere, and has long been criticised by Israel.

Why Israel's UNRWA ban could be devastating for Palestinians

UNRWA, United Nations refugee agency for Palestinians, provides far more than humanitarian aid.

Interfering Yankees fans banned from Game 5

Two Yankees fans have been banned from attending Game 5 of the World Series after interfering with Dodgers star Mookie Betts in Game 4.

Sports - ESPN - October 30

15 attorneys general call for national ban on price gouging

Fifteen attorneys general called on congressional leaders to support a national ban on price gouging in a letter sent Wednesday. The letter — addressed to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Bills' Miller practicing after ban, 'in a great spot'

Von Miller returned to Bills practice after his four-game ban for violating for the NFL's personal conduct policy, saying he's "happy all of that stuff is behind" him.

Sports - ESPN - October 30

Sick man of Europe? Germany’s bosses sound alarm on staff illness

Studies claim that fewer sick days would have stopped the country’s economy shrinking last year

Business - Financial Times - November 1

Trump considers banning fluoride, some vaccines

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Trump, RFK Jr. push against public health measures Former President Trump is embracing former independent ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Pub garden smoking ban dropped from government plans

The Health Secretary said he didn't want to cause further harm to the hospitality industry in England.

Bill to ban police cell mental health detentions

The move is part of an overhaul of decades-old mental health legislation in England and Wales.

South Carolina passes noncitizen voting ban

South Carolina voters approved a GOP-backed proposal on Tuesday that seeks to block non-U.S. citizens from voting in elections in a move that critics have said is “completely unnecessary.” The ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

South Carolina defeats noncitizen voting ban

South Carolina voters defeated a GOP-backed proposal on Tuesday that seeks to block non-U.S. citizens from voting in elections in a move that critics have said is “completely unnecessary.” The ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Australia plans world's first social media ban for under-16s

The government says it wants to mitigate the "harm" social media is inflicting on children.

Missouri approves measure to ban ranked-choice voting

Missouri voters on Tuesday approved a ballot measure aimed at banning ranked-choice voting in the state, Decision Desk HQ projects. The proposed amendment to the state constitution will bar the ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Joseph banned for two matches over on-field row

West Indies fast bowler Alzarri Joseph is suspended for two matches after storming off against England following an argument with captain Shai Hope.

Mourinho banned for Turkish league 'smells' rant

Outspoken Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho has been issued a one-match ban and fined following his diatribe about Turkish football, when he said he was fighting "the system" and suggested officials ...

Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago

Latest in Ban Blood

Russia seeks to ban ‘propaganda’ promoting childfree lifestyles

Ban smacking in England now, says children’s commissioner

English smacking ban being considered by government

UK Considers New Smartphone Bans for Children

Federal Ban on Fake Reviews Goes Into Effect

Forest owner banned for spitting towards officials

Report shows steady increase in abortions in states with bans

Veterans demand better payout for gay ban

Williams, facing ban, practicing; has Lions' 'trust'

U.K. Plans Disposable Vape Ban in England

Lions WR Williams: PED ban 'complete surprise'

Warner's leadership ban lifted by Cricket Australia

The track that caused so much chaos on the dancefloor it got banned

I'm open-minded on England smacking ban, says Education Secretary

Apple banned from selling iPhone 16 in Indonesia

FirstFT: Twin scandals hit PwC’s Asia profits

As Schools Ban Phones, More Kids Are Using Smartwatches

What is Unrwa and why has Israel banned it?

Why Israel's UNRWA ban could be devastating for Palestinians

Interfering Yankees fans banned from Game 5

15 attorneys general call for national ban on price gouging

Bills' Miller practicing after ban, 'in a great spot'

Sick man of Europe? Germany’s bosses sound alarm on staff illness

Trump considers banning fluoride, some vaccines

Pub garden smoking ban dropped from government plans

Bill to ban police cell mental health detentions

South Carolina passes noncitizen voting ban

South Carolina defeats noncitizen voting ban

Australia plans world's first social media ban for under-16s

Missouri approves measure to ban ranked-choice voting

Joseph banned for two matches over on-field row

Mourinho banned for Turkish league 'smells' rant

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