Sanctions Against Russia, Kids’ Sugary Drink Consumption, and More

September 16, 2022

Ukrainian servicemen patrol an area in the town of Izium

Reinforcing Putin’s military losses with economic ones

Following Ukraine’s recent progress in the counteroffensive against Russia, the West must maintain momentum in its economic efforts to counter the Kremlin. A key component will be closing gaps in the sanctions regime, argue Norman Eisen, Lilly Blumenthal, and Robin Lewis.

Can of soda held in place by sugar cubes

Home sweet home: How to limit children’s sugary drink consumption

Sugar-sweetened beverages constitute approximately 7% of U.S. children’s daily caloric intake. Matt Kasman discusses a new study which shows that removing sugary drinks from homes is a more effective way to reduce consumption than removing them in school settings.

Students walk between classes in the Wynn Commons on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia

Listen: Can US higher education maintain its global competitiveness?

On the latest episode of Vying for Talent, Amy Gadsden talks with hosts Jude Blanchette and Ryan Hass about attracting global talent in U.S. colleges and universities. The conversation also underscores the importance of people-to-people exchange as the “oxygen” that fuels U.S.-China relations.

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