10 of the world's strangest bans.
(Baonghean.vn) - It's forbidden to frown, and it's not allowed to wear jeans... these are two of the world's strangest bans.
1. Naming your child in some countries
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| In some countries, there are certain names that parents are not allowed to give their children. For example, in Denmark, naming a child Monkey or Anus is considered illegal. In France, no one is allowed to name themselves Nutella, Strawberry, or Mini Cooper. Photo: L25. |
2. Wearing jeans is banned in North Korea.
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| In North Korea, people are not allowed to wear jeans. Photo: Internet |
3. Importation of black vehicles is prohibited in Turkmenistan.
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| Turkmenistan bans the import of black vehicles, instead encouraging the import of white cars, as white is considered a lucky color in this Central Asian country. Photo: L25. |
4. Yellow clothing is banned in Malaysia.
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| Another strange ban exists in Malaysia. In 2011, the Malaysian government banned yellow clothing because it symbolized a group of opposition activists calling for the resignation of the then-Prime Minister. Photo: L25. |
5. Importing chewing gum is banned in Singapore.
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| In 2004, the Singaporean government imposed a strict ban on the import of chewing gum. You will be fined if you spit chewing gum on the streets in this Southeast Asian country. Photo: L25. |
6. People are forbidden from frowning in Milan (Italy).
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| When visiting Milan (Italy), remember to always smile, except when attending a funeral or going to the hospital. The city authorities have implemented a rule prohibiting frowning. Photo: L25. |
7. Dancing is prohibited in public places in Japan.
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| In 1948, Japan passed a law prohibiting dancing in public places. People were only allowed to dance until midnight at licensed clubs. Photo: L25. |
8. Ponytails are prohibited in Iran.
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| In 2010, Iran banned men from wearing their hair in ponytails, getting tattoos, or plucking their eyebrows, etc. (Photo: L25) |
9. Tomato sauce is banned in primary schools in France.
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| Primary schools in France prohibit the use of tomato sauce in any food, except for french fries. Photo: L25. |
10. Making ugly dog faces is banned in Oklahoma, USA.
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| In some areas of Oklahoma, USA, people are not allowed to disfigure their dogs' faces. Violators may face fines or even jail time. This is one of the world's most bizarre bans. Photo: L25. |
Kim Ngoc
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