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Why one Polish town banned Winnie-the-Pooh from playgrounds

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A cartoon bear that doesn't wear pants was deemed deeply inappropriate for the innocent children of Tuszyn. The local council banned the iconic honey-lover from their playground imagery, arguing that his half-naked state and dubious sexuality made him a horrific role model.

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