The Seven Wonders of the World were announced on Friday, based on the votes of millions of people around the world. But the whole exercise is starting to smell rotten now that accusations of extortion have been leveled. The four-year-long competition charged countries $199 to register landmarks, such as the Grand Canyon, but several nations have accused organizers of demanding millions in “marketing” fees. Organizers somewhat foolishly admitted they wanted the contest to turn a profit — we’re wondering whether that means there’s about to be a barrage of “wonders” memorabilia, hats, jerseys, happy meals…

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