Unique Laws: Nuclear Chemicals and Bathing Suits
Here are some interesting laws, two of which are still on the books: Every high school in New Zealand may hold 1 pound of uranium and 1 pound of thorium, for conducting nuclear experiments (universities can have 20 pounds of each). However, there is a fine of $1 million for letting off nuclear explosions. I’m guessing that the [...]
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Who Owns the Moon?
It is a question that is becoming more relevant as businesses and other entities consider “space mining,” or excavating minerals and other potentially precious materials from the moon, meteors, and other intergalactic celestial bodies. It’s an emerging area of the law because, unlike the shores of the ocean which are considered to be a part [...]
Pack Some Modest Clothes For Your Next Vacation
Checking the laws regarding clothing requirements for the country you are about to visit is probably the last thing a tourist would anticipate having to do. However, if you are planning on visiting either of the areas listed below, you should be sure to pack appropriately! Cover it up! Qatar, a neighbor of Saudi Arabia, [...]
In an interesting turn of events, a new law appears to clash with its original intent. Following the overthrow and demise of Muammar Gaddafi, Libyan officials passed a law banning the glorification of the ousted leader or any of his supporters. Libya’s Supreme Court has agreed to review the constitutionality of the law following the urging of [...]
It’s a Cruel, Cruel Summer
Weird Summer Laws Don’t get caught violating these summer related laws, or you’ll face some hefty fines! No Swimming Suits Outside the Beach– On the island on Grenada in the Caribbean (Northeast of Trinidad and Tobago), walking through town dressed inappropriately, as in nothing more than a bathing suit, can be punishable with a fine of [...]
