Chechnya recently implemented a ban restricting music to a tempo ranging from 80 to 116 beats per minute to align with the Chechen mentality. The ban criminalizes genres like techno or pop, allowing songs like Texas Hold'em by Beyonce, Fast Car by Luke Combs, and Dancing Queen by ABBA. Surprisingly, the Russian national anthem, typically played at 76 beats per minute, does not meet the tempo criteria. This move reflects Chechnya's conservative nature, aiming to preserve cultural heritage and enforce strict adherence to traditional norms amidst a history of crackdowns on civil liberties in the region.

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