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🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Iranian Mahdieh Esfandiari sentenced to one year in prison and a permanent prohibition from the territory

Mahdieh Esfandiari has been sentenced to one year in prison for her purported role as an agent of influence for the Iranian regime, alongside a permanent ban from the territory.

Feb 26 • 13:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Party Prohibition: Is Democracy Still Defensible?

The article discusses the concept of 'defensive democracy' in Germany, questioning its effectiveness in the context of the AfD party's actions.

Feb 26 • 12:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Russia demands "Donbas handover and NATO withdrawal" ... large differences in ceasefire negotiations

Russia is insisting on Ukraine's surrender of the Donbas region and a prohibition on NATO membership in ceasefire negotiations, but Ukraine's stance is entirely opposed, complicating the prospect of negotiations.

Feb 26 • 09:44 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Iran is "not at all" seeking nuclear weapons, according to its president

Iran's President Massoud Pezeshkian stated that the country is not pursuing nuclear weapons, emphasizing the doctrinal prohibition issued by the Supreme Leader.

Feb 26 • 08:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

'Prohibition by the Supreme Leader': Iranian President Denies Country is Building Nuclear Weapons

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that the country will not pursue nuclear weapons, citing a religious decree from Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Feb 26 • 07:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Life and death in the farce

The article critiques the absurdity of political attempts to legislate against public spectacles, suggesting such actions could lead to self-prohibition among politicians.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Does Prohibition Pay Off? The Latest Data from the Largest Cities Surprises

New data from Poland reveals that the economic costs of alcohol consumption range from 0.9% to 2.5% of GDP, amounting to significant figures that could exceed 100 billion PLN by 2026.

Feb 26 • 03:12 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Does Prohibition Pay Off? Data from Major Cities Surprises

A report highlights the significant economic and social costs associated with alcohol consumption in Poland, estimating that these costs could exceed 100 billion PLN by 2026.

Feb 26 • 03:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In front of Kicillof, the mayor of San Isidro demanded that the use of cell phones in Buenos Aires prisons be prohibited

Ramón Lanús, the mayor of San Isidro, urged the prohibition of cell phone use in prisons to prevent gangs from operating while incarcerated during an event with the governor of Buenos Aires.

Feb 25 • 21:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NAPTIP rescues three pregnant women, 181 trafficked victims in Plateau

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has rescued 184 victims of human trafficking, including three pregnant women, in Plateau State, Nigeria.

Feb 25 • 14:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The PP brings the prohibition of the burka and niqab in public spaces to the City Council of Barcelona

The PP party is pushing to ban the burka and niqab in public spaces at the City Council of Barcelona following a recent vote in Congress.

Feb 25 • 13:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Agnė Širinskienė: the amendment regarding the prohibition of 'filibusters' may be unconstitutional

Agnė Širinskienė expresses concerns that an amendment banning filibustering could violate constitutional rights in Lithuania.

Feb 25 • 12:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Video: Police treated police dog in a terrible way

A Finnish police officer has been sentenced to a fine and a two-year prohibition on keeping animals after he was caught on video striking and dragging a police dog during a training exercise in Porin.

Feb 25 • 08:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

Narcolanchas SA: How Their Prohibition Has Turned Them into an Even Bigger Business

The article discusses the alarming increase in sightings of narcolanchas along the Andalusian coast, attributed to recent weather conditions and the impact of their prohibition.

Feb 25 • 00:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

France: Towards the prohibition of one far-left and three far-right groups after the murder of an activist

France plans to dissolve three far-right groups and one far-left group following the murder of a far-right activist.

Feb 24 • 17:54 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Manjhi's Appeal to CM Nitish on Alcohol Prohibition

Manjhi appeals to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar regarding the enforcement of alcohol prohibition in Bihar.

Feb 24 • 08:17 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did Manjhi say about CM Nitish and the prohibition of alcohol?

Manjhi commented on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's stance on alcohol prohibition.

Feb 24 • 08:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Will ‘bed football’ decrease? FIFA considers a one-minute return prohibition for injured players

FIFA is likely to implement a one-minute return prohibition for injured players to prevent game flow degradation and time loss at an upcoming meeting of the International Football Association Board (IFAB).

Feb 24 • 00:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Drivers told never to ignore 'blank' red circle road sign

Motorists in the UK are warned about the significance of a blank red circle road sign, which indicates a prohibition on vehicle entry and could result in fines.

Feb 22 • 11:24 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

At the Ministry of Labor, there is still no record of impediment to exercise public office for Mario Godoy

The Ministry of Labor has not yet registered any legal impediment preventing Mario Godoy from holding public office, despite his recent political censorship and two-year prohibition following impeachment.

Feb 21 • 18:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What the traffic signs with a red circle mean and how to differentiate them

The article explains the significance of traffic signs with red circles, highlighting their universal meaning of prohibition and the importance of understanding them for safe driving.

Feb 20 • 22:41 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

We ask you: The reckoning with communist symbols - prohibition or social change?

The debate over banning communist symbols in Croatia has resurfaced, with politicians split on whether legal prohibition or social transformation is the answer.

Feb 20 • 17:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"Chiqui" Tapia once again requests his dismissal and will contest the prohibition of leaving the country

Claudio "Chiqui" Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association, has requested his dismissal in a case involving the unlawful retention of over 19 billion pesos in taxes and contributions.

Feb 20 • 13:25 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Social Media Ban: The Illusion of Digital Prohibition

The article discusses the challenges and considerations of imposing social media bans for minors, highlighting alternative approaches to managing the impact of digital platforms on youth.

Feb 20 • 09:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What does this traffic sign with two parallel cars and a crossed red stripe mean

The traffic sign featuring two parallel cars and a crossed red stripe indicates a prohibition on overtaking, which is crucial for road safety and order.

Feb 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Fatal Prohibition Experiment

The article reflects on the implications of prohibition in American society, using historical examples to argue against current fears of societal collapse.

Feb 19 • 20:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Consumer Ombudsman takes Elisa to Market Court again

The Consumer Ombudsman has demanded a prohibition on Elisa's Etuhinta campaign, threatening a fine of 200,000 euros for not disclosing the legally required lowest price over 30 days in phone offers.

Feb 19 • 07:33 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Weapon Prohibition Zones: Signs Alone Do Not Create Safety

The implementation of weapon prohibition zones in German cities raises questions about their effectiveness in reducing violence, as seen in Wiesbaden with the death of a young man.

Feb 18 • 17:27 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Demand for Review of Prohibition in Bihar Assembly

In Bihar's Assembly, there is a push to review the state's alcohol prohibition policy, initially believed to be a major political success for the Nitish government.

Feb 18 • 16:13 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: Press Secretary Breaks Ranks With Justice Ministry

The Liberian Presidential Press Secretary publicly defends the National Fula Security of Liberia (NFSL), contradicting the Ministry of Justice's prohibition against their activities.

Feb 18 • 09:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The European justice admits the prohibition of the veil that hides the face, but rejected the reasons that Vox and Junts now put forward

The European Court of Human Rights ruled that veils concealing the face can be prohibited, while dismissing the reasons presented by the parties Vox and Junts.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

After the scandal over sex dolls, the European Union threatens to ban the Chinese platform Shein

The European Union has launched an investigation into China's Shein, potentially leading to its prohibition in Europe due to concerns over illegal products and addictive service designs.

Feb 17 • 18:16 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Prohibition

The article discusses the implications of a recent prohibition in Mexico that affects various economic sectors and public opinion.

Feb 17 • 13:04 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Prohibition of departures in certain areas in the Ionian and Aegean Sea – Changes to schedules

Due to stormy weather conditions, ferry schedules in the Ionian and Aegean Seas have been altered or canceled.

Feb 17 • 08:20 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

83 percent support banning the sale of energy drinks to minors

A significant majority supports the prohibition of energy drink sales to minors in Iceland.

Feb 16 • 08:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Secret Basement on Top of the Car... 1008 Bottles of Alcohol Seized in Nawada, Bihar

Police in Nawada, Bihar, seized 1008 bottles of illegal alcohol hidden in a secret compartment on the roof of a vehicle during a crackdown on liquor smuggling.

Feb 16 • 06:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

‘Crime Camarote’: what led to the prohibition of a superstructure during Carnival in Salvador

The Carnival in Salvador faces a significant disruption as a three-story structure designed for the festivities is shut down due to ongoing investigations into money laundering activities involving its owner and drug traffickers.

Feb 16 • 00:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Elephant Sanctuary in MT regains authorization to receive new animals after Sema's prohibition

The Brazilian Elephant Sanctuary in Chapada dos Guimarães has been granted permission to accept new elephants after a health risk assessment by authorities concluded there was no threat to animal health.

Feb 15 • 21:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NAPTIP rescues 103 trafficked victims

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has successfully rescued numerous trafficked victims across Nigeria this year, highlighting the agency's intensified efforts against human trafficking.

Feb 15 • 07:07 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

At the table – a new prohibition regarding the sale of non-alcoholic beverages

The Lithuanian government proposes amendments to the Food Law to eliminate terms like "non-alcoholic wine" and instead use a broader term for non-alcoholic beverages that refer to alcoholic drink categories.

Feb 15 • 06:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Sports

The drones that revolutionize the Winter Olympics: vertigo in first person, a buzzing with controversy and a decade of prohibition

High-speed drones are providing unique perspectives at the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, marking a significant technological advancement despite previous prohibitions.

Feb 14 • 20:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bouquets with Money: Why Romantic Fashion Was Prohibited in This Country

In Brazil, the trend of gifting money bouquets for Valentine's Day has stirred economic debate and faced scrutiny from the Central Bank of Kenya, leading to its prohibition in that country.

Feb 14 • 09:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Should ultra-processed foods be banned in school cafeterias? NO

The article argues against banning ultra-processed foods in school cafeterias, promoting critical thinking over prohibition in nutrition education.

Feb 14 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Should ultra-processed foods be banned in school cafeterias? YES

The article discusses calls for the prohibition of ultra-processed foods in school cafeterias as a response to rising health issues among children.

Feb 14 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Paraíba’s Public Ministry recommends banning nighttime visits and increasing oversight on Areia Vermelha island

The Public Ministry of Paraíba has recommended the prohibition of nighttime visits to Areia Vermelha island to assess potential environmental impacts.

Feb 13 • 16:48 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

It is illegal to ban Palestine Action

A report discusses the legal implications surrounding the prohibition of the group Palestine Action.

Feb 13 • 16:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival in Sergipe: Public Prosecutor recommends prohibition of 'paredões' and guides oversight of 'mela-mela' in Neópolis

The Public Prosecutor of Sergipe recommended a total ban on high-power sound equipment known as 'paredões' during the Carnival in Neópolis to combat noise pollution and protect local cultural traditions.

Feb 13 • 15:41 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Pakistan: Hindu MLA demands prohibition of alcohol, Muslim minister says - My friend has become emotional today

In a surprising incident in Pakistan, a Hindu member of the Sindh Assembly called for a ban on alcohol sales, sparking a response from a Muslim minister.

Feb 13 • 12:15 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Warning to NRK, Aftenposten, and Dagbladet after breach of photo prohibition

Norwegian media outlets NRK, Aftenposten, and Dagbladet received warnings for breaching a photo prohibition during the trial of Marius Borg Høiby, with possible fines but no expulsion from the court.

Feb 13 • 10:57 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The ban on social networks for children is not working. Let’s not forbid them, but explain

The article discusses the ineffectiveness of social media bans for children, emphasizing the importance of education over prohibition.

Feb 13 • 10:50 UTC

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