Pedestrians have been banned from looking at their mobile phones while crossing the street in Honolulu.
Hawaiian authorities say the aim is to reduce injuries and deaths from "distracted walking".
Anyone found looking at their phone faces a fine of between £11 and £75 depending on how many times police catch them.
Mayor Kirk Caldwell said: "We hold the unfortunate distinction of being a major city with more pedestrians being hit in crosswalks, particularly our seniors, than almost any other city in the country."
Anyone making calls for emergency services will be exempt from the fine. Full story...
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