Madness? Clever?
A New York state senator has announced his plan to introduce legislation that would ban the use of electronic devices such as iPods, BlackBerrys and cell phones while crossing streets in major cities.
If you are caught doing it then you can get a fine for $100.
Personally I’d find it annoying taking my headphones off when crossing roads, I suppose you could just wear a hat that hid the earphones, obviously mobile phones could be a problem as you are easily distracted, but what about talking to a friend who is walking with you, it’s just the same thing although I’d hope your friend would pull you back if they saw a bus coming towards you 