Hans-Gunnar Liljenwall was the first Olympian to be banned for drug abuse in the 1968 Olympics after drinking two beers before shooting. Other athletes may have also tested positive for drugs, but they were not on the banned list at the time. Other athletes banned for drug use include Mary Decker Slaney, Kornelia Ender, and […]
New York City’s 1926 cabaret law requires venues to be licensed before allowing dancing or entertainment. Critics argue it was created to control African-American jazz clubs. A bill to repeal the law was introduced in 2017, but it has not been successful. Licensing is expensive and difficult to obtain, and applicants must meet specific criteria. […]
The temperance movement caused misconceptions about absinthe, leading to its illegal or regulated status in many countries. Absinthe is a strong spirit made from herbs, including wormwood, but studies suggest it’s not dangerous in small amounts. The hallucinations and health risks associated with absinthe may have been caused by poorly distilled alcohol or high alcohol […]
Banned substances can be prohibited in certain circumstances or locations, but not necessarily illegal. They are often banned in athletics due to performance-enhancing effects or negative side effects. Tests are used to detect users, but some try to cheat the system. Banning something is banning it. Prohibited substances are items that are prohibited under certain […]
Books deemed “anti-establishment,” “inflammatory,” “corrupt,” and “vulgar” have been censored or banned by governments, libraries, and schools worldwide. Religion and governments are main reasons for book bans. The American Library Association works to raise awareness of banned books. The top ten banned books in the US include Scary Stories, Harry Potter, and The Adventures of […]
