Writes Lee: "I thought you'd find this story amusing. It seems traffic cops in Romania are being made to take ballet lessons in the hope that they will 'develop an ability to regulate traffic and achieve elegance in their movements, which will not only be agreeable to the eyes but could also help drivers waiting at a red light get rid of their stress or sadness.'

"Any chance we can start similar programs here? Sure, it would be a waste of taxpayer dollars, but it sure beats teaching them how to kill unarmed civilians with Tasers."