banning

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Thousands of North Koreans are thought to reside in the city of two million people, despite sanctions banning them from working overseas.

From Barron's

Haidt’s book was the direct inspiration behind Australia’s regulatory measures that culminated in a pioneering federal law banning children under 16 from social media, which came into effect in December 2025 and now serves as a global template.

From The Wall Street Journal

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order banning gubernatorial appointees from profiting on prediction markets using nonpublic information.

From The Wall Street Journal

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order Friday banning gubernatorial appointees from using nonpublic information to profit on prediction markets.

From The Wall Street Journal

The UK government has launched a consultation on banning social media for under-16s, while Denmark, Greece, Spain and Ireland are also considering similar moves: Spain and Ireland for under-16s, and Denmark and Greece for under-15s.

From BBC