banned

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China declared it a national nature reserve and has banned giant clam harvesting—tactics analysts say are designed to harden its territorial claim.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The frustratingly unforgettable Kars4kids jingle, which has been worming its way into listeners’ brains for decades, is officially banned from the airways in California.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

The Home Office has banned at least seven people from coming to the UK to take part in Saturday's event.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Meanwhile women have been pouring into the workforce in record numbers, with Kyiv opening up previously banned professions, like mining, to female employees.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

The day of the debate, McKissick’s daughter Joycelyn, now a student at NCC, was incensed when she learned that the school had banned Malcolm from the campus.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson