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Scottish Sun
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List of 23 baby names that are banned around the world – including the country where Tom is not allowed
Scroll down to find out how one couple claimed Brfxxccxxmnpcccclllmmnprxvclmnckssqlbb11116 would be pronounced THAT'S NOT MY NAME THAT'S NOT MY NAME List of 23 baby names that are banned around the world – including the country where Tom is not allowed Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PICKING a name for a baby is an exciting moment - but one thing parents might not immediately think about is the legality of the moniker. Turns out, there are some names you can't give to a newborn, depending on where you live around the world. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Numerous baby names have been banned around the world for a whole host of reasons Credit: Getty Images - Getty Earlier this year, New Zealand released a list of all the tot names officials put on the banned list in 2024. Several monikers were linked to royalty, with King, Prince and Princess noted as the top three most rejected name choices. Crown, Pryncess, Royal and Emperor had also landed on the list of the names turned down. Other picks parents were banned from giving to their newborns included Saint, Fanny, Ice and Messiah, reported Yahoo!. In total, there were a whopping 71 instances of a moniker being declined. By law, names in the country must not be offensive, resemble a title or rank, include numbers or symbols, or be unreasonably long. However, this isn't the only example of illegal monikers around the world. Hungary and Iceland, for instance, are just two of a number of countries where parents have to choose their baby names from an approved list. If families want to give their child a more unique name, they are required to put in a request and wait to see if it's approved. In other countries, there are strict laws in place around names using traditional spellings. Marnie Simpson reveals first video of newborn baby daughter and very unusual name In fact, numerous baby names have been banned around the world for a whole host of reasons - and here are some of them. Metallica 5 If you're a fan of heavy metal and live in Sweden, you'll be disappointed to hear that Metallica as a name has been banned Credit: Alamy Stock Photo Maybe Nothing Else Matters was their favourite song, but when two Swedish parents tried to give their daughter an ode to their favourite heavy metal band in 2007, officials, sadly, outlawed it, deeming it inappropriate. However, after public outcry, authorities withdrew their objections, NME reported. Tom If you're considering having a baby in sunny Portugal, it's best to check out the list of approved names to choose from. Nicknames are not allowed as a full, formal name – so while Tomás is okay, Tom isn't. Nutella In 2015, a court in Valenciennes, France, decided that a couple would not be allowed to name their daughter Nutella, Yahoo! previously reported. The judge ruled it wouldn't be in the child's best interest to be named after the cult favourite chocolate spread. Facebook 5 The state of Sonora in Mexico banned a couple from naming their baby Facebook in 2014 Credit: AFP or licensors In today's society where internet has become a vital aspect of our everyday life, it's only a matter of time before someone tries to name their child after a social media site. The state of Sonora in Mexico banned a couple from naming their baby Facebook in 2014 because they deemed it 'derogatory, pejorative, discriminatory or lacking in meaning", The Guardian reported at the time. The same state has also banned the names Robocop, James Bond, Circumcision, Traffic and Lady Di. Ikea Parents in Sweden wanting to name their children after the country's Scandinavian-inspired superstore could fall foul of the country's naming law, which was enacted in 1982, according to Mental Floss. J Turns out Swiss naming authorities aren't too keen on initials as first names. When a pair tried to pay tribute to their grandparents, Johanna and Josef, with the name J, the court in Switzerland suggested using Jo instead, Swiss Info reported. Gesher Back in 1998, a Norwegian woman landed in jail for two days when she failed to pay a fine for giving her son an "unapproved" name – Gesher, which is Hebrew for bridge, according to The Week. Cyanide In 2017, a mum, from Wales, was banned from naming her newborn daughter Cyanide (her twin brother was named Preacher), Yahoo! stated at the time. Despite the mother insisting that Cyanide was a "lovely, pretty name", the Welsh authorities ruled that the "unusual" choice might harm the the kid growing up. Saint 5 Saint is the son of Kim and her former partner, rapper Kanye West Credit: Instagram/kimkardashian The name that Kim Kardashian and her now-ex partner Kanye West chose for their son may have been fine in the US. But in New Zealand, it's not. In 2024, one set of parents had this name rejected by the naming officials within the government. Daemon In 2012, a French couple wanted to name their child after the character of Damon from the popular series The Vampire Diaries. The pair added an 'e' to give it more French twist - but despite their best efforts, authorities banned it for sounding too demonic, as per Huffington Post. However, after a court battle, the parents were allowed to keep the name. Are Unique Baby Names Worth The Hassle? YOU may think having a unique name helps you to stand out, but is it all it's cracked up to be? Fabulous' Deputy Editor Josie Griffiths reveals the turmoil she faced with her own name while growing up. When I was a child, all I wanted was one of those personalised keyrings with my name on it. But no joy, the closest I could find was Rosie, Joseph (not great for a little girl) and Joanne. Josie is short for Josephine, which is a French name, and I managed to reach my 20s without ever meeting anyone who shared it. When I try to introduce myself to people, I get all sorts of random things - like Tracey and Stacey - which can be pretty annoying. Although I have come into contact with a couple of Josies over the last year - there seems to be a few of us around my age - it's still a much rarer name than most of my friends have. On the whole I don't mind it, at least it's not rude or crazily spelt. And it means I can get away with 'doing a Cheryl' and just referring to myself as Josie. I'm getting married this year and some friends are shocked that I'm changing my surname, as it's not seen as very cool or feminist to do so these days, but I explain to them that I'm not that attached to Griffiths as I'd always just say 'hi it's Josie' when ringing a mate up. I think it's nice to be unique and I'll definitely try and replicate this when naming my own kids. It's the rude names you've got to watch out for, so after nine years as a lifestyle journalist I'll definitely be avoiding those. Talula Does the Hula From Hawaii This unusual moniker of Talula Does The Hula From Hawaii belonged to a girl, nine, from New Zealand before a judge had her renamed during a custody battle. "It makes a fool of the child," he said, The Guardian stated in 2008. Akuma In 1994, a Japanese couple attempted to call their son Akuma - which means devil. The authorities decided this was an abuse of the parents' rights to decide a child's name, as per Yahoo!. Chow Tow AKA Smelly Head While some countries are slowly but surely loosening their name laws, it seems that Malaysian authorities are only becoming stricter. Case in point - Cantonese moniker Chow Tow, which translates to 'Smelly Head', BBC shared in 2006. Ah Chwar AKA Snake The 2006 tightening of Malaysia's naming restrictions also meant the banning of Hokkien Chinese Ah Chwar, which means 'Snake'. Peppermint 5 German authorities banned Peppermint as a name because it might cause ridicule Credit: Getty Germany has certain criteria for baby name bans. Pfefferminze ("Peppermint") was rejected because it might cause ridicule. Equally, the moniker Stone was outlawed due to the fact that "a child cannot identify with it, because it is an object and not a first name". Linda In 2014, the relatively inoffensive-sounding and popular moniker Linda made Saudi Arabia's banned baby names list, thanks to its association with Western culture, as per UPI. Fañch In 2017, a French court ruled a couple could not use the moniker Fañch they'd picked for their baby. The authorities in Quimper, north-west France, ruled that the new parents would not be able to use the character ñ (called a tilde) in their baby's name, Yahoo! stated at the time. Venerdi AKA Friday In 2008, the Italian court banned two parents from calling their baby boy Venerdi, which translates to Friday, as per BBC. The authorities behind the decision believed the name, taken from Robinson Crusoe, would expose the child to "mockery" and was associated with "subservience and insecurity". Fraise When a French couple attempted to name their child after a strawberry, the courts claimed that the name Fraise would lead to vicious teasing. The couple insisted that they were only trying to give their little one an original name, and eventually went with 'Fraisine' instead, Huffington Post revealed. Lucifer Earlier this year, The Times reported that a court in Germany had intervened when a couple tried to call their child Lucifer. Other names that have been rejected in the country include Satan, Judas and Gucci. Anus A child in Denmark was almost named after this particular part of the human anatomy, Today reported. Unsurprisingly, the application was denied. Brfxxccxxmnpcccclllmmnprxvclmnckssqlbb11116 While this may seem like someone nodded off on the keyboard, that is an actual name a Swedish couple tried to give their baby in 1996, as per BBC. Apparently, the name is pronounced 'Albin', and the parents chose it as a protest against Sweden's strict naming laws.
New Paper
07-07-2025
- Sport
- New Paper
July 8 South Africa (Kenilworth) form analysis
Race 1 (1,200m) (8) ROCKANROLLIN made a pleasing debut up the straight at Kenilworth on May 21. Watch for sharp improvement, he can certainly win a race like this. (11) BLACK EAGLE made massive improvement from his first run. He ran a lovely third behind his stable companion last time. Include him in all bets. (12) DAY IN DAY OUT ran a much better race behind Spirit on June 12. He now steps up in trip again to 1,200m. He can finish among the placings. (3) MARCUS AURELIUS ran a terrific race on debut. He should make the necessary improvement and earn some money for connections. Race 2 (1,200m) (4) WISH LIST ran a lovely race on debut behind Paralegal on June 12. If she has made the improvement back at home, she will be very difficult to beat in this race. (1) PRECOCIOUS was beaten just over three lengths by Take It As Red last at first 1,400m test. She is much better than that run. Can bounce back now that she drops back in trip. (10) QUEEN REGENT was beaten just under two lengths in third by Clair De Lune at Kenilworth on June 12. Good winning chance. (7) PLAYFUL JOULES has been rested for 65 days. On best form, she could sneak into the places again with jockey Muzi Yeni up. Race 3 (1,100m) (4) MEU CAPITANO has been rested for 114 days. The 1,100m trip is no concern at all. He will be hard to beat in a race like this. (5) KAIBOY ran super behind Arctic Wizard at Kenilworth on June 12. He will certainly be right there in the finish on his best form. (2) GEM KING ran a fair race over 1,600m in the Winter Mile behind Sugar Mountain. He can mix it up with some of the best sprinters in the land on his day. (1) DEAN STREET caused a major upset on June 21. Unfortunately he was given six points for that win, which will make life tougher for him now, but he is clearly in a good space at the moment. Race 4 (1,700m) (5) RED STATE has run some fair races of late in competitive open maidens. She should love the step-up in trip to 1,700m. Include her in all bets. (8) RARE EARTH ran a much better race behind Ocotillo on June 12, at her first run over ground. She now steps up in trip to 1,700m. Further improvement on the cards. (6) LUCKY THIRTEEN has been well tried in the maiden ranks. With some luck in running, she could sneak into the places. (7) NOT WANTED finished just over six lengths behind Ariovistus last time. He is still learning the ropes. If he can build on his last performance, he will be right there. Race 5 (1,400m) (9) FOLLOW YOUR HEART won impressively on May 21. He will love the step-up in trip. If he can beat the draw, he is hard to beat. (7) FIRINGONALLENGINES won a gutsy race up the straight over 1,200m on June 12. Every chance he will keep fighting all the way to the line. Include him into all bets. (10) IN A TIMELY MANNER quickened up to win his debut like a very smart horse. He will love the step-up in trip to 1,400m. He will be running on strongly. (11) MELA STRENGTH unfortunately draws poorly again. He will be doing some good work late. On his best form, he could sneak into the places at a decent price. Race 6 (1,400m) (1) GOLDEN ANGEL ran fairly behind Strawberry Thief on May 21. Drop in trip and good draw can see her get back into the winners' box. (11) LA DIVINA won a super race on May 13. Drawn wide, but she has a good winning chance again. (9) SUPREME FATE finished like a train behind Swiatek last time. With some luck in running, she will be right there in the finish. (10) ONI SAN ran very good behind Swiatek on June 1. She can finish in the money. Race 7 (1,100m) (4) LOVERS LANE ran a cracker behind Firingonallengines last time. On that run, he will be hard to beat. (10) GRAVITY has run two great races in succession. Good each-way chance in this race. (7) CHAMPAGNE MAC finished five lengths behind his stable companion on May 21. Money chance. (5) TAMBOURINE MAN has been rested for 83 days. If fresh, he could easily win a race like this.
The Irish Sun
03-06-2025
- The Irish Sun
Suicide pod activist Dr Florian Willet takes own life after arrest over ‘murder' of woman who used euthanasia device
A SUICIDE pod activist has taken his own life after being interrogated over the murder of a woman who died in one of the euthanasia devices. Florian Willet, 47, suffered a mental health crisis after he was arrested by Swiss Police last year, according to Philip Nitschke, the inventor of the Sarco suicide capsule. 2 The Sarco assisted suicide capsule Credit: AFP 2 Florian Willet has taken his own life at 47 Credit: AFP Willet, from Germany, was the director of Last Resort, the Swiss suicide organisation which operated the Sarco pods. He was also a prominent right-to-die activist. The director was investigated for aiding and abetting suicide. As part of the probe, prosecutors investigated whether he strangled the woman, but that was ruled out. Willet was released in December after being held in pre-trial detention for 70 days. Nitschke, who also directs pro-assisted dying group Exit International, said: 'Gone was his warm smile and self-confidence. In its place was a man who seemed deeply traumatised by the experience of incarceration and the wrongful accusation of strangulation." He revealed that his colleague Willet sought help and went into hospital twice before his death on May 5. Willet reportedly died in Germany with the help of a specialist organisation, though it is not known exactly how he died. Most read in The US Sun Nitschke continued: 'To describe Florian is to talk of a man who was thoughtful, caring, funny, and friendly. He was an easy person to be around. 'But most of all, Florian was kind. Florian was also passionate about a person's right to choose when to die.' More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos . Like us on Facebook at YOU'RE NOT ALONE EVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicide. It doesn't discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society - from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers. It's the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes. And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women. Yet it's rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now. That is why The Sun launched the You're Not Alone campaign. The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives. Let's all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others... You're Not Alone. If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support: CALM, Heads Together, Mind, Papyrus, Samaritans,
The Irish Sun
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Newcastle star Callum Wilson bravely opens up on moment he considered taking his own life as a child
CALLUM WILSON revealed he contemplated suicide aged 12 and how seeking therapy a year ago saved him from the demons. The father-of-two forward, 3 Callum Wilson revealed he contemplated suicide aged 12 3 Wilson has represented England at senior level Credit: Getty 3 His Newcastle contract expires at the end of the season Credit: Getty England international Wilson, 33, bared all about growing up in Coventry as one of six children with a single mum and with a different dad to his siblings. The Leeds transfer target spent time in He told the High Performance podcast: 'I cried myself to sleep at night. I got to about 12, 13 - it was like suicidal moments. "When I say I cried myself to sleep, I was just praying to God like 'take me out of this environment, I want to become a footballer'.' read more in football He admitted: 'I've walked alongside the train track and was building up the courage to jump basically in front of the train. "I've tied cables around my bedroom rail and my PlayStation remote controller to see if it was strong enough to hold my weight. 'Football really was my saviour, it was my escape.' Wilson, though, refuses to blame his mother for any of his unstable upbringing, saying: 'It was my mum on her own, all my siblings in the house. Most read in Football "We had a three bedroom council house. Food was sparing to come by. That, along with a bit of turmoil. 'I probably have a lot of aggression from that point, but football was a place that I could be aggressive in my position on the pitch and it would be ok. So it was like a release really.' Champions League places CONFIRMED after Aston Villa VAR controversy as Newcastle have to be saved by Man Utd Despite all of the success in his career on the pitch, Though he hailed a He added: 'Once I started speaking, and revealed everything I've been through in life, she was like 'Wow, how have you got to this point already without not seeing a therapist?' 'I speak to my wife about it, but I didn't want to blur the lines with our relationship. "She's not my therapist, she's my wife and the mother of my children, so I didn't want to burden her with problems. "You can speak to a therapist and it does feel a sense of relief afterwards. 'It's an investment in yourself and more than worth it. I'm probably learning a lot about myself now - little traits that I have that were obviously triggered by things as a kid. I'm really happy.' YOU'RE NOT ALONE EVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicide. It doesn't discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society - from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers. It's the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes. And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women. Yet it's rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now. That is why The Sun launched the You're Not Alone campaign. The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives. Let's all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others... If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organizations provide support: CALM, Heads Together, Mind, Papyrus, Samaritans, Movember, Meanwhile, Wilson appeared to wave goodbye to Newcastle with a tearful solo lap of honour round the St. James' pitch on Sunday after the Magpies had secured Champions League qualification. Although Magpies boss Eddie Howe refused to rule out a potential stay. Howe said: 'Let's wait and see. We're going to sit down and talk with his representatives. 'What I can say is Callum Wilson is and has been just an incredible footballer for Newcastle. "Someone who epitomises the spirit that's got us to where we are really professional. Brave. 'To come here and be the No.9 in the manner and the moment that he did in the club's history. "It was a difficult moment and the club needed hope and Callum gave them hope, led the line with that responsibility and the pressure that role brings unbelievably. 'He brings a positivity to the group. He's a leader within the change room. He's just been incredible and let's wait and see what happens.' If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please call the Samaritans for free on 116123.
New York Times
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
In the Heart of Washington, Adam Pendleton's Work Demands Deep Thought
When Adam Pendleton begins preparing for an exhibition, his first step is always the same: build a model of the space. Pendleton, who lives and works in New York, has employed this process for years, as he has prepared for shows in New York, London and Los Angeles. He finds that it allows him to visualize and refine his approach before and during installation. His first solo exhibition in Washington, D.C., 'Adam Pendleton: Love, Queen,' at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden was no exception. It opened April 4 and runs through Jan. 3, 2027. Pendleton, 41, had a very clear vision for the show from the start. He noted that, to him, the unique thing about art was its ability to function both within a particular moment and outside of it, offering a timeless reflection. 'What I want this work to do is to actually make people more conscious of how they spend their time and what they're doing with it,' Pendleton said in an interview at the museum in March, as preparations for the show were underway. 'And so I hope the exhibition is an opportunity to slow down and actually just, if only for a moment, exists outside of the dynamics or the pressures of any given moment.' Evelyn C. Hankins, the Hirshhorn's head curator, and the organizer of 'Love, Queen,' explained that the show — a major retrospective — was years in the making. She recalled that she and Pendleton started talking about the show in early 2022. Since then, she said that she visited his studio in New York every few months. 'Every time I'd go to the studio, there were these little scaled images of the paintings moving around,' Hankins explained in an interview at the museum. 'I think he spent so much time looking at the model, thinking about the building and what he wanted to do in here.' The show comes at a big moment for the institution, during its 50th anniversary year (it was founded in 1974). Aptly, 'Love, Queen' speaks very directly to the Hirshhorn, taking inspiration from both the museum's architecture and its location, right on the National Mall. 'For us, this project is very much part of our mission, which is about reflecting the art of our time, and Adam does that in his painting practice especially,' the Hirshhorn's director, Melissa Chiu, said in an interview. Pendleton explained that 'the exhibition is a kind of a retrospective of the way in which I thought and moved through the discipline of painting for about 20 years.' He said the show presented an argument about what painting can be — exploring its possibilities within the context of the 21st century, while also reflecting on its history and role in the early 20th century. 'Love, Queen' features 35 of Pendleton's paintings, displayed in the museum's second-floor inner-ring galleries. The paintings represent five different bodies of work: Some of the canvases are from three of Pendleton's ongoing series — 'Black Dada,' 'Days' and 'WE ARE NOT' — while others are from two new series, 'Composition' and 'Movement.' Through 'Black Dada' — the name of Pendleton's evolving conceptual framework, as well as the title of one series of paintings — Pendleton explores the relationship between Blackness and abstraction. His process begins on paper, where he builds compositions through paint, ink and watercolor, often incorporating stenciled text and geometric shapes. These works are then photographed and transformed through screen printing, blurring the lines between painting, drawing and photography. The final works reflect his belief in paintings as a powerful force. 'I think that's unique, because particularly in contemporary life, or just in general, we're always thinking, thoughts, thoughts, thoughts. But are we present?' Pendleton said while walking through the circular space on the second floor of the Hirshhorn where his works were being hung. 'Painting is, for me, a way to be my most present self. I hope that aspect of the act of painting, the act of making, of doing, is not necessarily understood by the viewer, but felt.' A centerpiece of the exhibition is 'Resurrection City Revisited (Who Owns Geometry Anyway?),' a nine-minute video installation exploring Resurrection City — an encampment erected on the National Mall in the spring and summer of 1968 as part of the Poor People's Campaign. Planned by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and carried forward by the Rev. Ralph Abernathy after King's assassination, the campaign brought together thousands of people in a call for economic justice across racial lines. Pendleton became interested in Resurrection City after encountering photographs by Jill Freedman who, after King's assassination, took up residence in a plywood shantytown erected in Washington by the Poor People's Campaign, documenting the encampment's structures and daily life. Pendleton said that, 'in those photos, there's these lush blacks, these muted whites, but also there were the primary structures that existed within the context of the encampment.' He added, 'I became interested in them because I'm obsessed with triangles, circles, squares.' Pendleton studied Freedman's photographs for about four years before deciding to engage with them artistically. 'I've been mining Resurrection City as an example of a radical avant-garde,' Pendleton said of the encampment on the Mall. 'If I had to define the avant-garde, it's this drive to move forward — intelligently, willfully, joyfully. And that's really what Resurrection City is.' The video's score, composed by the multi-instrumentalist Hahn Rowe, weaves together a reading by the poet and playwright Amiri Baraka with rich orchestration of brass, woodwinds and drums. Pendleton is not just revisiting a historical moment, he is navigating a visual space where art stands on its own. 'It's a feeling you can't find anywhere else,' he said. 'This idea of deep looking and letting something resonate in an unexpected way.' This concept extends into his video installation. Like each of his paintings, the video is designed to offer a rich viewing experience, in which the visitor discovers something new each time they revisit it. 'It drives you to look and think deeply, so that things are actually seen, felt and heard,' Pendleton explained. 'And I think that's what really resonates — how the video functions in relation to the paintings.' Throughout 'Love, Queen,' Pendleton extends his exploration of the relationship between history and form. His large-scale paintings — layered with bold strokes and fragmented text — defy singular interpretation, instead prompting viewers to actively construct meaning. 'I think that's one of the really beautiful things about painting,' Pendleton reflected. 'It marks time in a very human and humanistic way. And that's why it has spoken so deeply to us as human beings for so long, because it articulates something very specific about our humanistic potential.'
