£1M illegal tobacco haul seized in van bust
Australian police uncover nearly £1 million in illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes during routine traffic stop. Major crackdown on illicit tobacco trade continues nationwide.
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US Senators Demand Meta Scam Ad Investigation
US senators call for FTC and SEC investigation into Meta, alleging Facebook and Instagram earn billions from scam ads. Discover the details and potential consequences.
Tango Ad Creators Reveal 90s Advertising Revolution
Exclusive interview with the team behind Tango's legendary slap ads that boosted sales by 35% and created a cultural phenomenon that still resonates today.
Prison officer admits misconduct over inmate relationship
Former HMP Dovegate officer Sarah Barnett pleads guilty to misconduct after illicit relationship with male inmate. Sentencing set for January 7. Read the full story.
WPP shares leap on takeover bid speculation
WPP's share price surged as much as 6% following reports of potential takeover interest from rival Havas and private equity firms. Discover the implications for the UK's advertising giant.
Australia's smoking crackdown fuels smuggling epidemic
Australia's aggressive anti-smoking policies have triggered an unprecedented black market boom, with soaring cigarette prices fuelling a lucrative smuggling trade that's overwhelming border authorities.
Canberra decriminalises drugs in Australian first
Canberra becomes first Australian jurisdiction to decriminalise small quantities of illicit drugs including cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine in radical shift from punishment to public health focus.
Coca-Cola's AI Christmas Advert Sparks Debate
Coca-Cola's groundbreaking Christmas campaign, created entirely by artificial intelligence, divides opinion as it reimagines holiday traditions through digital innovation.
Boots' magical Christmas advert features fairytale characters
Boots transforms Christmas advertising with magical fairytale characters in their heartwarming 'The Gift of Happy' campaign, featuring beloved storybook icons celebrating the joy of giving.
Sainsbury's 2025 Christmas Ad Features Beloved BFG Character
Sainsbury's brings back the magic of Christmas with a nostalgic BFG-themed advertisement featuring stunning animation and Roald Dahl's beloved giant, marking a return to classic storytelling after years of cost-of-living focused campaigns.
John Lewis 2025 Christmas Advert Preview
Get an exclusive first look at the John Lewis Christmas 2025 advert strategy. Discover what magical themes and emotional storytelling the retail giant is planning for next year's highly anticipated festive campaign.
Aldi's 2025 Christmas Ad: Kevin the Carrot Returns
Aldi unveils emotional 2025 Christmas advert featuring beloved Kevin the Carrot's comeback alongside new character Katie the Carrot, creating festive magic that's already breaking the internet.
Kevin Carrot Proposes in Aldi's Love Actually Christmas Ad
In a heartwarming twist on Richard Curtis's classic rom-com, Aldi's vegetable superstar Kevin the Carrot gets down on one stalk in this year's must-see Christmas commercial, creating the most talked-about moment of the festive advertising season.
NY Politician's Arabic Campaign Ad Breaks Boundaries
Progressive Democrat Zohran Kwame Mamdani makes history with groundbreaking Arabic-language campaign advertisement targeting diverse Queens constituency.
Asda's 2024 Christmas Ad Features Beloved Children's Character
Asda unveils its Christmas 2024 advertising campaign starring a famous children's character, bringing festive magic to supermarkets nationwide with nostalgic charm.
Spotify Boycott: Users Protest ICE Ads in Climate Content
Spotify users are mobilising a widespread boycott campaign after the streaming giant displayed advertisements for ICE cars during climate-focused content, sparking accusations of hypocrisy and corporate greenwashing.
Netflix series branded 'insufferable advert marathon' by viewers
Netflix subscribers are in open rebellion against the streaming giant's latest series, 'Nobody Wants This,' with viewers condemning the second season as nothing more than relentless product placement disguised as entertainment.
WPP job cuts as CEO slams 'unacceptable' performance
Global advertising giant WPP faces significant restructuring with thousands of jobs at risk after new CEO Mark Read condemns company's disappointing financial results and pledges radical transformation.
Ralph Lauren's 'Quiet Luxury' Christmas Ad Sparks Fury
Ralph Lauren's minimalist Christmas campaign faces backlash for being 'joyless' and 'elitist' as consumers demand traditional festive cheer over 'quiet luxury' aesthetic.
UK Ends 'Intent' Rule for Racism in TV Ads
New legislation will remove 'intent' requirement from racism investigations in TV ads, marking a seismic shift in broadcast regulation and diversity enforcement.
Why Product Placement in Season 2 Is Alienating Audiences
As streaming platforms ramp up commercial integrations, viewers are pushing back against the relentless product placement disrupting their favourite shows. Discover why this advertising strategy is backfiring.
Reform MPs' diversity ad claims contradicted by profit data
Fact-checkers challenge Reform MPs' assertion that diverse advertising harms business, revealing evidence that inclusive marketing actually boosts company profitability and audience engagement.
Ben Jennings cartoon critiques Reform UK TV ads
Acclaimed political cartoonist Ben Jennings delivers a powerful visual critique of Reform UK's new television advertisements, highlighting concerns about the party's messaging tactics and policy direction in this biting satirical commentary.
Diversity advert backlash sparks racism accusations
A recent diversity campaign featuring Sarah Pochin has ignited fierce debate about whether progressive advertising is promoting inclusion or inadvertently fostering division in British society.
Reform UK rebuked over misleading MP campaign ads
The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled against Reform UK for deceptive political advertisements claiming Sarah Pochin as their 'new MP' before her election victory in Cheshire.
Trump's AI Ad Fakes Reagan Meeting in Canada
Former President Donald Trump's campaign shares AI-generated video falsely depicting him with Ronald Reagan in 1990s Canada, sparking ethics concerns about political deepfakes.
German firm turns Louvre heist humiliation into marketing triumph
A German security company that accidentally facilitated the infamous £75 million Louvre art theft has cheekily referenced the incident in their new advertising campaign, turning corporate embarrassment into a viral marketing triumph.
Prison officer in court over inmate relationship
A female prison officer stands accused of conducting an improper relationship with a male inmate at HMP Guys Marsh in Dorset, facing serious misconduct charges in a shocking breach of security protocols.
Prison officer guilty in illicit inmate phone scandal
A female prison officer faces sentencing after admitting to smuggling illicit phone calls to a violent inmate who severed a man's leg in a machete attack, exposing serious security breaches within the UK prison system.
New Social Media Platform Vows to Pay Users Directly
A groundbreaking social media platform called Spoutible promises to share advertising revenue directly with content creators, challenging industry giants with its user-first payment model.
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