Rome has cancelled its application to host the Olympic Games.

That is a wise decision. The city has more important uses for its money and should not suffer the other harms of the games.

The World Health Organization calls for a tax on all sugary drinks.

It seems like a good idea to me, but they should keep in mind that artificial sweeteners seem perhaps to contribute to obesity by confusing the brain.

A campaign in India tries to teach the idea that baby daughters are just as good as baby sons.

I agree — but in overpopulated India it would be wiser to celebrate each year without a baby of any kind.

US citizens: urge Senators Sanders and Warren to campaign against the new nuclear arms race.

Everyone: call on NBC and MGM to release the Trump tapes.