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The Onion: Honey Nut Cheerios Bee Given Horrifying Backstory
In The Onion's latest marketing story, BuzzBee is given a childhood of misery as part of a rebranding effort.
How Romantic! A Marriage Proposal Via Banner Ad
How an ad sales guy proposed to an agency digital media director.
Brad Pitt Endorsing Chanel No. 5? Just Another Pretty Face
Andy Warhol put it on one of his posters, and Tilar Mazzeo wrote a book about it. Now one of Hollywood's most famous actors will be the face of it.
Branding Firm Appeals to Ellen in JC Penney Dustup
Hudson & Broad, which has sued JC Penney, has released a video appealing directly to spokeswoman Ellen DeGeneres.
After Sorrell Criticizes Own Y&R Shop, Argentina Attacks U.K.
Despite complaints by Martin Sorrell, Y&R and the British government, Argentina refuses to stop running a controversial spot in which an Argentine athlete secretly trains for the London Olympics on the Falkland Islands, where Britain and Argentina went to war over who owns the tiny islands.
Stop the Presses: Cee Lo Green, Purrfect Remix Meow Mix Jingle
Cee Lo and 'Voice' co-star remix Meow Mix jingle. But is someone hiding the truth about Purrfect?
Consumers Union Blasts Facebook in Full-Page Ad
Consumers Union took out a full-page ad in Politico today bashing Facebook's privacy policies--or lack thereof.
Anil Dash Pops Off About Ashton Kutcher's Going 'Brownface' in Popchips Ad
Anil Dash ripped into Popchips after the company posted a video of Ashton Kutcher in what the tech guru called 'brownface.' But a call from the founder smoothed things over.
James Dyson: 'I Don't Believe in Brand'
James Dyson, industrial-design icon, purveyor of luxury vacuum cleaners and one-time star of his company's TV ads, doesn't have much use for an important marketing concept: brand.
'Prometheus' Trailer Sucks Life Out of Campaign
After some masterful marketing (and teasing) for the film, the international trailer makes it look like little more than a prequel for "Alien."
Famous Faces, Adland Pasts
What do Salman Rushdie and Lindsay Lohan have in common? Both have played parts in the advertising world, as have Terry Gilliam, Jack Black and many others on our list.
Dear Siri, I Might Not Be Samuel L. Jackson ...
Looks like the iPhone won't be helping me make organic-mushroom risotto anytime soon.
Jobs of Great Import at Banana Republic
Retailer raises money to support job creation, but not much Made-in-USA merchandise inside the store.
'Mad Men' Not Winning Any Fans in the Funny Pages
In today's "Arlo & Janis," Arlo has had it up to here with advertising and the people who produce it.
Jaguar's Appearance in 'Mad Men' Surprised Automaker
Jaguar wasn't involved in the "Mad Men" episode last night, in which it played a major part. But it was pleased with the exposure -- despite a sticky plot line.
Snackman Unmasked! Will Pringles Reach Out?
Mild-Mannered Hero Charles Sonder stopped a fight while eating Pringles, but he's not a brand loyalist.
This Week in Ad Age History: A Lot Like This Week in Ad Age Present
Remember when Pop Rocks were hot -- and marketers and agencies argued over how much an agency should be compensated?
Meet Allyn Rachel: The Woman in More Spots Than Sofia Vergara
Wait. Wasn't she in a Toyota ad? Or an eBay ad? Or a Walmart, IHOP or MetLife ad? Yes. And then some.
BreakUpWithYourAdAgency.com: Funny Stunt or Distressing Gag?
A new site says it helps "jaded brand managers, marketing directors, and business owners end their existing relationships with underperforming advertising agencies." Do you get the joke?
Mustang Convertible Favorite Car of GOP; Dems Prefer Civic Hybrid
Mitt Romney says he loves his Ford Mustang ragtop. That's the perfect answer for a GOP candidate.
