Cola float
Coca-Cola visits McCarthy Quad on Tuesday to promote its product with a “silentparty.” Representatives gave out headphones to students and hosted a small dance party to promote the soft drink.
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Calorie counts will mislead consumers
Last week, McDonald’s became the first major fast-food chain to post calorie contents on all drive-thru and in-store menus. The change is a result of growing waistlines and, consequently, public officials’ and media outlets’ condemnation one of the world’s largest and most popular calorie producers. It’s happening everywhere: In the past year, New York City […]
Sexist ad campaign falls short
Dr. Pepper Ten’s failure to impress consumers shows that sexism simply does not sell.
Super Bowl commercials: The good and the bad
Every Super Bowl party has one: that guy who’s “only there for the commercials.” And probably free beer and nachos. But that guy’s got a point – companies pull out all the stops for Super Bowl Sunday, to convince a massive crowd of roaring sports fans that they need a brand new Chevy or 6-pack […]
New findings are not a real source of panic
The caramel color found in cola drinks such as Coca-Cola is contaminated with carcinogens, according to the Center for Science in the Public Interest, a non-profit consumer advocacy group. The type of caramel coloring used for sodas isn’t what might come to mind when you think of the word “caramel.” Instead of simply melted or […]
Torch bearer has a story worth telling
USC freshman Alison Lerner participated in the Olympic torch relay for the Vancouver games.
Pepsi gets back to basics
Recently unveiled Pepsi Throwback trendily reverts to its original recipe and embraces real sugar.