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ban

[ban] / bæn /




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These platforms are not technically considered gambling because they are federally regulated as financial exchanges, allowing them to operate in all 50 states — even those that ban sports betting.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

The U.S. government will loosen regulations for 12 peptides, reversing a 2023 ban for compounding pharmacies.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Iran’s judiciary on Wednesday announced a ban on all exports of petrochemical products, an action taken likely to secure domestic consumption and stockpiles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Later this year a ban on mobiles in schools – even for educational use – comes into force.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

After receiving a standing ovation for a speech at Washington University in St. Louis advocating a test ban, Pauling launched a petition drive among scientists calling for an immediate international halt to all nuclear testing.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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