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[ban-ing] / ˈbæn ɪŋ /


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“Minnesota banning prediction markets is like trying to ban the New York Stock Exchange,” Kalshi representative Elizabeth Diana said.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

That disaster “brought about new regulations for the chemical manufacturing industry,” the museum said, including requiring cool temperatures and special containers for shipping ammonium nitrate and banning storage near other reactive materials.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

The Australian government has been at the forefront of global efforts to rein in big tech, including with world-first laws imposed last year banning under-16s from accessing social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

A spokesperson said it had "clear policies" banning actual and simulated gambling, as well as rules governing paid random items.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

In May of 2007, as Singleton hunted for answers, the governor of the state of Washington, Christine Gregoire, signed into effect the first state law banning texting while driving.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel




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