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What are the strange bans in various countries?

If you grew up in a liberal and progressive country, then it may come as a shock to learn that in countries as diverse as Singapore, Denmark, France, Somalia, Canada and the United States there are some rules and regulations that prohibit a number of tasty foods and other products. Here are some other strange things that are banned in some countries:

1. No small-breasted women in pornography - Australia

There is also a logic behind the strange rules put in place by Australia's Classification Board: pornography featuring small-breasted women may encourage pedophilia.

2. Chewing gum - Singapore

Singapore doesn't just ban gum chewing altogether, its gum sales are also banned - which is more or less the same nature. The only exceptions are those who medically prescribe gum (indeed, there are such people). The ban went into effect in 1992 - the exact details are unclear, but apparently in that year, someone used gum to paralyze the public ****ing transportation system.

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3. Ponytails for men - Iran

Ponytails have long been the "standard" for rock-digging and sports-car men, but in 2010 the Iranian government issued a list of "inappropriate hairstyles for men". But in 2010, the Iranian government issued a list of "inappropriate male hairstyles", and ponytails, mullets and spiky haircuts made the list.

4. Kinder Joy - USA

Kinder Joy can be a source of joy for many kids, but it's also a source of frustration for parents who have to set aside a percentage of their paychecks for it. But for parents in the United States, there is no such worry as the Chips Ahoy eggs were banned due to the fact that the product was considered as a possible choking hazard. People brought in from other countries have even been detained at airports to "possess" it.

5. Blue jeans - North Korea

If there's one consolation, it's that black jeans can be worn anywhere. But blue is a color associated with the United States, and North Korea has decided to ban blue jeans. You may have a headache trying to get around that.

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6. Scrabble - Romania

In the 1980s, Scrabble was banned by the Romanian government, which considered it "evil" and "subversive". subversive". The ban has been lifted, however, and the country now even has a Scrabble Association and Scrabble Championships.

7. Dancing in the clubs - Japan

While many Japanese cities are known primarily for their vibrant nightlife, especially Tokyo. But there is also a ban on clubs - no dancing. The ban, which came into effect in 1948, was designed to protect "public ****ing morals". But in light of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, some lawmakers are working to try to repeal the law.