Will you believe? 9 of the strangest things that have been banned

Check out 10 of the most bizarre and unusual laws that one will struggle to actually believe.

Not all chewing gums can be imported easily into Singapore as it is illegal. The country only allows certain gums for medical reasons. Credit: Unsplash/Charles Wright

People in Rome are allowed to keep goldfish but not in a bowl. It is considered harsh as bowl limits oxygen flow and can make them go blind. Credit: Unsplash/Ahmed Zayan

It is a punishable offence in Samoa to forget wife’s birthday. If one forgets his wife’s birthday the court will make the man pay a hefty fine that goes straight into partner’s hands. Credit: Unsplash/Nathan Dumlao

Lovers are not allowed to kiss in railway stations in France. UK has a strict law that prohibits couple from kissing at stations. Credit: Unsplash/Jonathan Borba

Travelers should be bit alert while strolling in Thailand streets as it is illegal to step on coins or bills with portraits of Thai citizens engraved on them. Credit: Unsplash/Jonathan Borba

People in Saudi Arabia, Iran, Pakistan and Indonesia are forbidden from celebrating Valentine’s Day. As they find it is against their cultural traditions. Credit: Unsplash/Solen Feyissa

People in Japan between 40 and 74 may face a penalty from the government if their ‘waistline’ is larger than the government-mandated limits. Credit: DH Photo

Not many know that Canada has banned baby walkers in an effort to keep children safe. Credit: Unsplash/Jimmy Conover

According to UK law, one is prohibited from touching these sea animals and one can see within a 3-mile radius of the UK. One is not allowed to touch whales, dolphins, and other sea mammals in UK as these are considered to be the Queen’s property. Credit: Unsplash/TJ Fitzsimmons