CNN reports that the person who created pop-up ads on the internet has said “I’m sorry” for his creation. Citing an interview with the Atlantic, the ads were originally created with good intentions. Specifically, a car maker did not want its… Read More ›
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Whole Foods Has To Increase Marketing Because Otherwise Chester Cheetah Would Keep Influencing Your Food Purchases
The Associated Press reports that Whole Foods Market is going to begin a major national marketing push after reporting weak sales earlier today. 3 Questions That Arise From This Story 1. Who puts the “ripe” stickers on avocados at Whole Foods… Read More ›
Dating Web Site Intentionally Mismatched Users To Test Its Technology
Yahoo News Digest reports that dating web site OKCupid has admitted to intentionally mismatching users to test its technology. 3 Slogans We Propose For OKCupid 1. “Hey, we’re not called ‘Olympic Archery Gold Medalist Cupid’ for a reason. Because we’re going… Read More ›
Yahoo CEO Late For Dinner After Sleeping Late In France
Marketwatch reports that Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer recently overslept, resulting in her being two hours late for a dinner at an advertising conference in Cannes, France. Which would still be early to enjoy Moulin Rouge in France, if you ask… Read More ›
3 Ads We’d Like To See On NBA Jerseys
Deadspin reports that the NBA Logo has been moved to the back of jerseys to possibly make room for ads. So your favorite NBA player’s uniform can now more closely match your child’s locally-sponsored soccer jersey. Except your child’s team… Read More ›
Used Wedding Dress Comes With Baggage, So No Need To Buy A Matching Purse!
Yahoo reports that a man, upset that his wife allegedly cheated on him has offered her wedding dress for sale on an online web site. Here is an excerpt from the ad: “This dress is guaranteed to provide you with… Read More ›
3 Things We Hope Will Be Next Now That Austrian Billboard Ads Target Dogs
The Local (Austria’s News In English) reports that dogs are being targeted by dog treat billboards in Austria. The ads are at dog-eye level and “exude the whiff of doggy treats.” Since dogs are apparently the decision-makers of Austrian household consumption,… Read More ›
Just In Time For Prom Season, the KFC Drumstick Corsage!
We talk a fair bit about Yum! Brands here and the increasingly over-the-top food items they offer through their KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands. Through these articles, we thought we imagined every conceivable food permutation in our comedic… Read More ›
Great News, Readers, You Can Now Donate $5,200 To Everyone Running For Office!
CNN reports that the U.S. Supreme Court has struck down limits of how much people can donate to various political campaigns during an election season. Here’s what stays the same: you can still donate a maximum of $5,200 to your… Read More ›
Teacher Upset To Reportedly Receive Starbucks Coffee With Satanic Symbols Drawn In Foam
The Advertiser reports that Starbucks has apologized to a Louisiana school teacher after she posted photos of two beverages she received at a local mall to complain on Starbucks’ Facebook page. Specifically, the woman was offended by images allegedly drawn… Read More ›
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