Snapchat apologizes for tone-deaf Juneteenth filter
Snapchat has apologized after releasing camera filter that prompted users to “smile” to break the chains of slavery.
Provocative Cadbury Fingers ad raises eyebrows
Each Christmas, British discount chain finds a way to offend shoppers with its crude, sexual advertising.
UK regulator banned Volkswagen ad for being ‘sexist’
Commercials from Volkswagen and Philadelphia Cream Cheese have been banned by new UK regulations.
Customers are protesting McDonald’s new paper straws
Apparently people aren't lovin' it after McDonald's UK replaced its plastic straws with eco-friendly ones.
Anti-cruelty campaign shows animals get no pleasure from suffering
How do you push people to action when it comes to anti-cruelty? You create controversy.
Organ donation ad featuring Jesus at the crucifixion sparks controversy
An Australian group has released a new ad to promote organ donation. And as they point out in the ad, organ donation can save lives. However, the number of people who register for organ donation remains relatively low.
Nike issues comeback after French Open bans Serena Williams’ catsuit
Officials at the French Open have announced they will ban Serena Williams’ signature black catsuit from future tournaments.
People aren’t happy with the new Jack in the Box commercial
The burger chain Jack in the Box has recently drawn criticism for its new TV commercial. The ad for the company’s new Teriyaki Bowls riffs off the word “bowls” and features not-so-subtle references to male genitalia.
People seem to love the new butt-baring pants that are basically assless chaps
Just when you thought you’d seen the quirkiest fashion trends, like Car Mat Skirts or crotch accentuating pants, people seem to be loving the latest must-have butt-baring item.
Burger brand apologizes for using beheaded photojournalist in ad
Washington DC-based Z-Burger has apologized after causing a stir for its inappropriate use of an image for its marketing.
Suit company loses thousands of online followers after releasing same-sex ads
Most companies try to avoid controversy. While it does get you a lot of press, there are too many chances for it to go wrong. Regardless, Amsterdam-based menswear company SuitSupply gave it a shot.
Facebook faces backlash after banning ad of a woman shaving her legs
We’ve all heard stories of Facebook and Instagram banning posts and advertisements that contain nudity. Their reasoning is that it’s adult content and not suitable for some of their users. Fair enough. However, sometimes it seems as though they pick and choose which posts they take down. The latest…
