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What a revolting development this is Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 9:30AMIt's pretty clear why Jamie Oliver - British chef promoting healthful foods in school lunches (the force behind TV's Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution) - has been banned from filming in a Los Angeles school.
Should fast food ads on TV be banned? Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 8:41AMThe American Academy of Pediatrics wants to curb childhood obesity by banning junk food commercials during kid-friendly shows
Junk food ads should be banned, says AMA Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 12:41AMThe AMA wants the government to ban TV junk food ads aimed at kids, saying the industry has failed to voluntarily cut unhealthy food commercials.
Philippine massacre trial to be on live webcast Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 7:15AMThe Philippine Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered a live video webcast of the trial of members of a political clan accused in the massacre of 57 people, including 31 journalists.
Philippine Supreme Court orders live webcast for trial of clan accused of massacre of 57 Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 7:15AMMANILA, Philippines - The Philippine Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered a live video webcast of the trial of members of a political clan accused in the massacre of 57 people, including 31 journalists.
Graphic Warning Labels Coming To Cigarette Packs Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 6:58AMStarting in the fall of 2012, smokers reaching for a pack of cigarettes will get an in-your-face warning about what they’re doing to themselves and the people around them.
Hometownstations.com-WLIO- Lima, OH News Weather SportsPhilippine massacre trial to be on live webcast Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 6:36AMMANILA, Philippines (AP) - The Philippine Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered a live video webcast of the trial of members of a political clan accused in the massacre of 57 people, including 31 journalists.
The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale official weigh-in results: Ferguson, Ramsey on weight Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 6:06AMLAS VEGAS - MMAjunkie.com was on scene and reporting live from today's The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale fighter weigh-ins, where all 22 event competitors successfully made weight. Today's festivities took place at the Key West Ballroom at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas. Saturday's Spike TV-broadcast event takes place at The Pearl in the Palms. Among those weighing in were top UFC lightweight ...
Poll: Do YOU find these TV ads vulgar? Tuesday, May 31, 2011 @ 7:06AMThe Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is cracking down on recent men's deodorant commercials, calling them 'overtly sexual' and looking to take them off the air. Do you find these commericals offensive and inappropriate for TV audiences too?
Outrage as Vegemite taken off shelves Thursday, May 26, 2011 @ 1:59AMCRWN Princess Mary may have to resort to pickled herring on toast for breakfast, after Denmark banned Vegemite because it contained added vitamins.
Marino, Barletta ban non-media recording of town halls Tuesday, May 24, 2011 @ 11:09PMThe public can attend the town-hall meetings of U.S. Reps. Lou Barletta and Tom Marino and tell the congressmen what they think on the great issues of the day on one condition: Don't record them.
Barletta, Marino: Don't record Tuesday, May 24, 2011 @ 9:56PMThe public can attend the town hall meetings of U.S. Reps. Lou Barletta and Tom Marino and tell the congressmen what they think on the great issues of the day on one condition: Don't record them.Barletta has banned anyone who is not a media member from
China watchdog turns off 44 TV commercials Tuesday, May 10, 2011 @ 4:32AMChina's TV regulator on Tuesday announced bans on 44 TV commercial advertisements, an effort to prevent customers from being misled by fake or exaggerated product promotions.
Sunday’s NBA Playoff Updates Monday, April 25, 2011 @ 5:20AMChris Paul and Hornets Sting Lakers; Series Tied *Chris Paul had 27 points, 15 assists and 13 rebounds, and the New Orleans Hornets held on for a 93-88 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night to even their first-round playoff series at 2-2. “It’s huge for us,” said a jubilant Paul. “We wanted [...]
A struggle for votes in asbestos country Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 10:26AMUrban-rural divide in stark relief in riding that depends on continuing exports
Video: NBA Playoffs Promo Tuesday, April 12, 2011 @ 3:16PMWith the playoffs rapidly approaching, the NBA is back on its grind, getting fans around the globe excited with their world-class commercials. From the NBA: “First Hand” is the 2011 Playoffs and The Finals creative campaign.
Some late thoughts on the Monday, April 11, 2011 @ 10:12PMIn reply to The Standover Lobbyists Club : Some late thoughts on the issue: In the recent survey 67% of those polled are in favour of the restrictions. In fairness they are probably those who view ‘sporting’ clubs as they really are simply a alternative to the pub….a business which has little to do with sport or the wider community benefit. In my area the local footy club can’t attract more than ...
Can I legally get myself tattooed with a pro sports team's logo? Thursday, April 7, 2011 @ 3:49AMby Cecil Adams What are the legal implications of getting yourself tattooed with a copyrighted or trademarked image, such as a sports team logo? Would you have to pay royalties?… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]
In our litigious society, the simple answer is 'yes.' Wednesday, April 6, 2011 @ 8:15PMWhat are the legal implications of getting a tattoo with a trademarked sports team logo? Would you have to pay royalties? Would you get sued? The NFL is opposed to you even talking about the game the next day; logo tattoos must drive those guys crazy. Or is it free publicity?
ALL PRESS IS NOT GOOD PRESS, BUT COMPANIES DON’T NEED 51%: LESSONS FROM GODADDY.COM Monday, April 4, 2011 @ 8:21AMA ton of noise was made this week when Bob Parsons, the CEO of GoDaddy, (www.godaddy.com), the Internet domain company, uploaded a video of himself shooting and killing an elephant in Zimbabwe; posing over the dead beast in the process.
Australia targets Aborigines in anti-smoking drive Friday, April 1, 2011 @ 12:55PMAustralia on Monday launched its first national health TV advertising campaign aimed at Aboriginal people, hoping to halve the 50 percent of indigenous people who smoke by 2018.
Video of GoDaddy CEO shooting elephant angers customers, PETA Thursday, March 31, 2011 @ 3:58PMOutraged, numerous customers have vowed to switch webhosting services.
Quade keeping low profile with Cubs Wednesday, March 30, 2011 @ 10:43PMNew manager isn't face of franchise as predecessors were, but that could come with victories The same organization that marketed Lou Piniella as the face of the club decided to have its new manager fly under the radar. That's fine with Mike Quade, who is not seeking the limelight in his first full year.
Aborigines targeted in anti-smoking drive Monday, March 28, 2011 @ 4:47PMAustralia has launched its first national health TV advertising campaign aimed at Aborigines, hoping to halve the 50% of indigenous people who smoke by 2018.
Australia targets Aborigines in anti-smoking drive Monday, March 28, 2011 @ 2:16AMSYDNEY, March 28, 2011 (AFP) - - Australia on Monday launched its first national health TV advertising campaign aimed at Aborigines, hoping to halve the 50 percent of indigenous people who smoke by 2018.
The Sunday Junkie: March 27 edition Sunday, March 27, 2011 @ 12:22PMA full week after UFC 128 and despite Saturday's UFC Fight Night 24 event, new UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones was still the most popular topic in our weekly reader-feedback feature, The Sunday Junkie. Yes, Phil Davis, Anthony Jonson, Rashad Evans, Chan Sung Jung, Team Alpha Male and broadcast complaints were addressed. But Jones is still a hot topic. In fact, this week's winner ...
Vulture Has the World’s Greatest Extra Watch Extras for the First Time Friday, March 25, 2011 @ 10:48AMLast week, a dramatically edited YouTube video introduced us to Jesse Heiman, better known as “The World’s Greatest Extra,” a background actor who pops up as “that guy” (or often “that nerd”) in an astonishing number of movies and TV shows. Some quick facts about Jesse: He’s been working for eleven years, he’s been a regular extra on Glee and Chuck , and until yesterday, he’d never seen the ...
Barry Bonds Perjury Trial Update: Lawyer says Slugger Didn’t Lie Wednesday, March 23, 2011 @ 9:43AM*Barry Bonds never lied to a grand jury and even admitted that he may have unwittingly used steroids, his defense lawyer said in federal court Tuesday. Bonds acknowledged that he had used two substances shown to him during his appearance before the grand jury in 2003 but did not know they were actually anabolic steroids, [...]
Ask Tamara: Baby Mama Drama! Wednesday, March 23, 2011 @ 9:27AM*Dear Tamara: My new boy boyfriend is perfect. We have been dating for about four months now and we get along great. The only problem is his son’s mother. I hate to put it this way, but she is ghetto! She is constantly interfering in our relationship. She calls him all hours of the night [...]
Subprime high roller's home gets foreclosure date Tuesday, March 22, 2011 @ 7:01PMA foreclosure auction has been scheduled for the Newport Coast home of Daniel Sadek, a one-time Orange County-based lender who churned out thousands of subprime-mortgages. He also became known for flashy cars, high-stakes gambling and making a movie in which he blew up a Porsche..
Talking Points 3/22 Tuesday, March 22, 2011 @ 8:09AMWhat’s the buzz from the world of sports? Here are some items that will have people talking: NCAA Tournament.
See the Banned 1993 Wu-Tang Commercial for Super Game Boy Friday, March 11, 2011 @ 10:33AMThe ad, featuring members of Wu-Tang and the COD crew with voice-overs from RZA and ODB, was recently uploaded by a COD member who notes it was "banned from the networks for being too ill." Standard. Read more posts by Amanda Dobbins Filed Under: clickables , commercials , nintendo , tv , wu-tang clan
Can Google and Facebook Push Adultery Sites Off the Internet? Thursday, February 24, 2011 @ 10:06AMMedia companies are playing Big Brother by blocking ads from Ashley Madison
Nine O'Clock Wednesday, February 23, 2011 @ 4:35PMThe band Pony Pony Run Run comes to Bucharest, for the third edition of ‘Nuits electro’, at the invitation of the French Embassy and the French In sti tute in Bucharest, with the support of Orange Romania.
Earl Ofari Hutchinson: Revisiting the FBI’s Dirty War on Black America Wednesday, February 23, 2011 @ 8:04AM*The tale of FBI informant Ernest Withers is now well known. He spent years busily snapping photos of many major civil rights happenings, actions, and doings of civil rights leaders, most notably Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He got close-up shots of them because either through disinterest, Wither’s flattery, or simply naivety, they trusted him [...]
6 minute advert break: Ofcom relaxes rules on commercials Wednesday, February 23, 2011 @ 7:39AMAnnoying advertising breaks during films and single dramas on the main terrestrial channels are to get longer, the media regulator has said.
Hamilton: a new brand of environmental radicalism Monday, February 21, 2011 @ 8:06PMWhile environmentalism has had some very substantial successes, all of the gains are now jeopardised. No one ever achieved radical social change by being respectable. Read more on the blog...
Rethinking IP Thursday, February 10, 2011 @ 8:00AMPatent and copyright, to take the two worst manifestations of IP, are nothing but state monopolies that violate property rights. IP is antithetical to capitalism and the free market.
Business Briefs Thursday, February 10, 2011 @ 5:36AMMaui resort finishes $15M upgrade • Local execs critique Super Bowl ads • Civil union economic effect 'minimal'; and more.
Joel Schwartzberg: I'm With Cupid: Valentine's Day Truths Wednesday, February 9, 2011 @ 12:10PMSome people even think Valentine's Day was manufactured by greedy card companies, much like "Buy a Card From a Greedy Card Company Day," which never really took off.
Joel Schwartzberg: I'm With Cupid: Valentine's Day Truths Wednesday, February 9, 2011 @ 12:10PMSome people even think Valentine's Day was manufactured by greedy card companies, much like "Buy a Card From a Greedy Card Company Day," which never really took off.
Joel Schwartzberg: I'm With Cupid: Valentine's Day Truths Wednesday, February 9, 2011 @ 12:10PMSome people even think Valentine's Day was manufactured by greedy card companies, much like "Buy a Card From a Greedy Card Company Day," which never really took off.
Joel Schwartzberg: I'm With Cupid: Valentine's Day Truths Wednesday, February 9, 2011 @ 12:10PMSome people even think Valentine's Day was manufactured by greedy card companies, much like "Buy a Card From a Greedy Card Company Day," which never really took off.
Buck-a-beer not coming back to Ontario, McGuinty says Tuesday, February 8, 2011 @ 2:02PMHis comments come after Tim Hudak on Monday said that he and other suds lovers miss the days of being able to buy a case of 24 discount beers for $24.
Super TV: 111M viewers a US record Tuesday, February 8, 2011 @ 5:45AMFor the second year in a row, the Super Bowl has set a record for American television viewing.
Janet Jackson ‘Still Has Issues’ With her Body Monday, February 7, 2011 @ 5:37PM*Janet Jackson says she continues to have issues with her body image. In an interview with “Today” host Meredith Viera set to air Friday (Feb. 11), the 44-year-old singer admits she has always struggled with her self-confidence, and though she now feels more comfortable with her appearance than she did in her 20s, she still [...]
Why Social Media Hasn't Killed The Super Bowl For Advertisers Monday, February 7, 2011 @ 11:04AMFox television executives celebrated with high fives when this year's Super Bowl sold out in October, commanding ad rates that seemed to defy gravity. (Commercial slots in the Feb. 6 game sold for $3 million apiece.) But wait a minute: Wasn't the 30-second television spot meant to be dead and buried? This is 2011 after all, a time when Google, smartphones and social media sites are making big ...
Straight on: Fox keeps it simple Monday, February 7, 2011 @ 6:30AMWith expectations of a ratings bonanza, Fox played it safe with the Super Bowl.
Most successful Super Bowl commercials might not have made the air Monday, February 7, 2011 @ 1:08AMIf Sherlock Holmes were a TV critic (man, do I hate it when the ghost of Arthur Conan Doyle shrieks like that), he might have called Sunday’s Super Bowl commercials The Case of the Dog that Did Not Bark . Oh, there were plenty were plenty of dogs, all right – I’m still trying to figure out why a sip of Bud Lite would make a grizzled Old West gunslinger break into a chorus of Tiny Dancer . But an ...
Banned Superbowl Ads - Better than the Real Thing (Videos) Sunday, February 6, 2011 @ 9:35AMSome of the banned Superbowl ads are better than the ones showed during the game. The videos, like those shown below, are considered far more entertaining than the multi-million dollar spot that made into . . .