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How the first amendment helps fight banned books and ensure our freedom to read freely.

The ten most challenged books of the 21st century as of 2005, to finalize banned books week.

Out of the Top 100 books of the 20th Century as listed by the Radcliff Publishing Course, 42 are or have been on the banned or challenged book list.

Quips, quotes and other tidbits from real people talking about freedom of speech and other htings related to banned books and Banned Books Week.

Every year the American Library Association receives requests for literary works to be banned, since 1982 libraries and groups have protested by celebrating these books.

There is good news for back yard vegetable gardeners in Ontario. Beginning in the spring of 2009, the cosmetic use of pesticides and herbicides will be against the law.

Over the years books wirtten by minority authors have repeatedly fallen under the axe. Here is a compilation of the most banned books by minority authors for 1999-2000

With the best of intentions, people frequently challenge and ban books. In 2007, over 420 books were challenged or banned from schools and libraries.

Schools across America employ reading teams to make choices for the best literature available to students, but do they always choose wisely?

An episode guide for Code Name: Eternity, a Canadian science fiction television series starring Cameron Bancroft and Ingrid Kavelaars.

The Ban on Love (Das Liebesverbot), a German 2-act opera by Richard Wagner. Das Liebesverbot opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.

Since 1982, Banned Books Week has been celebrated in the United States during the last week in September. It reminds Americans of the freedom of speech and of the press.

Three out of the top ten banned books of 2007-08 have LGBT content. The ALA is fighting to keep books with LGBT themes accessible to the public in libraries and schools.

Washington DC's handgun ban was struck down as the Supreme Court ruled on the Second Amendment.

Many U.S. colleges and universities are considering smoking bans in dorms and other student housing facilities. Here are the arguments for and against these bans.

Censored, challenged, forbidden, or just plain banned-some of the greatest books of our time have gotten the worst rap.

Using the WTO (World Trade Organization) Canada has launched a formal protest against the European Union's ban on seal based products. Such a challenge is expected.

Libraries, schools and bookstores celebrate this annual attempt to emphasize the importance of literary freedom and the opposition of all forms of literary censorship.

You may think that banning books was something that happened in Victorian times, but banning books still happens -- and mystery novels are not exempt.

The Swiss People's Party referendum banning minaret construction underscores European/growing Muslim population division, European fear of radical Islam and terrorism.

Elijah Abel would be the first black Mormon to hold the priesthood. No other black Mormon would be ordained as a priesthood holder for 130 years.

The European Union has approved a partial ban on seal products and Russia is taking the first step toward ending its seal hunt. The Canadian seal hunt will continue.

The chemical bisphenol A has been a hot topic for debate as concerned scientists advise the FDA to issue limits on BPA.

Youth mini bikes and ATVs can be saved if the "Dirt Bike Bill" succeeds in exempting such vehicles from the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA).

North Dakota House of Representatives has effectively banned abortion by giving legal rights to fertalized eggs.

West Virginia legislator Jeff Eldridge has introduced a bill that calls for a statewide ban on Barbies. But many of his constituents and fellow lawmakers question it.

A significant number of studies has shown that this commonly found chemical may be harmful to your health.

With Larry Scott out as the Women's Tennis Association head, his replacement can increase the sport's popularity by banning the "racket." Specifically, the grunting.

Gisele Bundchen talks about the banning of underweight models. The Brazilian celebrity speaks out about anorexia and eating disorders in the fashion industry.

Made into a movie in October 2009, "Where the Wild Things Are" is generally beloved. "Night Kitchen" has earned awards, but also challenges for its protrayal of nudity.

Just over an hour from the Twin Cities, Minnesota's Banning State Park is a great getaway any time of year, but especially in the Spring. Here's why.

The Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger was the most frequently banned book between 1966 and 1975 because it violated the social morals and standards of the time.

Did Sarah Palin attempt to ban books from the Wasilla Library? The Wasilla mayor office's reply should quash online rumors and discredit a widely circulated book list.

Alex Rodriguez, arguably today's best player in Major League Baseball, admitted that he took performance enhancing drugs during his tenure with the Texas Rangers.

UFC's place as top fight promotion in the world challenged by Affliction

Veterinary research and real life stories may prove that there are no dangerous breeds, only bad dog owners.

There is controversy surrounding decisions to ban skinny models under a certain weight from fashions shows, citing anorexia as the reason.

Have you ever read any books in the Harry Potter or Gossip Girl series? If you have, then you have read one of the top banned or challenged books of the 21st century.

Sponsored by the American Library Association, the 2009 Banned Books Week, running from September 26th through October 3rd, is the 28th of its kind.

There is no ban that can stop a person who feels the desire for spirituality.

Liberal MP (Member of Parliament) Bob Rae has been banned from Sri Lanka. The Sri Lankan government justified it calling Rae a Tamil Tiger supporter.

Do parents praise too much? Are all of the new-age parenting techniques suggesting you reason with your children eliminating their ability to cope with life?

China's State Administration of Radio, Film and Television bans all foreign cartoons from 5 to 9 p.m. in order to promote domestic product.

When you fly over Christmas and the holidays, be careful which Christmas presents you pack. Some very popular gift items are banned on airplanes. Find out what's banned.

Since dental amalgam contains mercury its use has been banned in Norway and Sweden. Other countries discourage dentists from using it since alternatives are available.

A three month investigation by IFAW into internet trade in wildlife in eleven countries found that most items for sale may violate CITES endangered species agreements.

The European Union has voted to ban seal based products. The ban may become law by the end of next month, triggering a Canadian appeal to the World Trade Organization.

They taste good, come in different flavors, and children think they're safe. But that's not what FDA health experts say about fruit, clove and candy flavored cigarettes.

The Iranian ban on barbie dolls represents another move by Iran to become less Westernized. The youth in Iran is unmoved, and dissent is growing within society.

The UK's telecommunications regulator, Ofcom, recently passed new regulations that will end all junk food advertising to television viewers under the age of 16.