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Milan ice cream ban

Milan is planning to ban ice cream and pizza late at night.

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The story  

For many, ice cream, pizza and Italy go hand in hand.

Now the northern city of Milan has plans to ban the sale of these famous Italian foods late at night.

The city’s council is considering the move because of complaints about noise from local residents.

Critics of the plan say it will damage local businesses.

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