Superbia, the first LGBTQ credit union in the nation, has launched in Michigan. The Detroit Free Press reports: 'On Monday, the state approved a charter for Superbia Credit Union. Myles Meyers, … [Read more...] about America’s First LGBTQ Credit Union Approved to Launch in Michigan
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Slammed for ‘Liking’ Several Disgusting Trump Tweets, Aussiebum Claims it Was a ‘Really Bad Joke’ Played by a Hacker
Aussiebum Aussiebum responded on Tuesday after followers discovered that the Twitter account for the Australian men's underwear and swimwear company had "liked" several disgusting tweets posted by … [Read more...] about Slammed for ‘Liking’ Several Disgusting Trump Tweets, Aussiebum Claims it Was a ‘Really Bad Joke’ Played by a Hacker
Walmart Announces End to Handgun Ammo Sales, Ban on Open Carry of Firearms in Response to Shootings
"Walmart" by JeepersMedia is licensed under CC BY 2.0 Walmart on Tuesday announced a major change in gun policy and a ban on sales of some types of ammunition in response to the nationwide … [Read more...] about Walmart Announces End to Handgun Ammo Sales, Ban on Open Carry of Firearms in Response to Shootings
Magnum Apologizes for Ad Comparing ‘Guilty Pleasure’ of Ice Cream to Going to Prison for Being Gay
Photo by Andras Vas on Unsplash Magnum Ice Cream has apologized for an ad on Spotify which compared the "guilty pleasure" of eating one of its desserts to being arrested for being gay. Said the … [Read more...] about Magnum Apologizes for Ad Comparing ‘Guilty Pleasure’ of Ice Cream to Going to Prison for Being Gay
Equinox Execs Cover for Trump Supporter Stephen Ross in Leaked Call with Freaked Out Employees
Equinox executives tried to alleviate panic among employees freaked out that gym members were canceling memberships in the wake of news that Chairman Stephen Ross was holding a Trump fundraiser in the … [Read more...] about Equinox Execs Cover for Trump Supporter Stephen Ross in Leaked Call with Freaked Out Employees
Companies Promoting Causes Can Be Accused of ‘Wokewashing’ – Allying Themselves Only for Good PR
More consumers want companies to address societal problems, including climate change and crumbling infrastructure. Additionally, more than half want to buy from brands that take stands on social … [Read more...] about Companies Promoting Causes Can Be Accused of ‘Wokewashing’ – Allying Themselves Only for Good PR
Lizzo’s ‘Juice’ is Now Absolutely Everywhere, Including on the Vodka Shelf: WATCH
Lizzo's moment has come. Last week she wowed the internet in NPR's Tiny Desk concert, and now she's taking over the spirits industry with a marketing drive that puts "Juice" her song of the summer … [Read more...] about Lizzo’s ‘Juice’ is Now Absolutely Everywhere, Including on the Vodka Shelf: WATCH
Equinox Owner Stephen Ross’s Company Blocks Access to Brand Subsidiary List Amid Trump Fundraiser Boycott Furor
The Related Companies blocked access to a list of its brand subsidiaries including Equinox and SoulCycle gyms, after news broke that owner and chairman Stephen Ross was hosting a Donald Trump … [Read more...] about Equinox Owner Stephen Ross’s Company Blocks Access to Brand Subsidiary List Amid Trump Fundraiser Boycott Furor
Iconic Retailer ‘Barneys New York’ Files for Bankruptcy
Barneys New York, a retail stalwart for nearly a century, has filed for bankruptcy. CNBC reports: "The retailer said it will focus on running only 5 of its more than 10 namesake stores: on New … [Read more...] about Iconic Retailer ‘Barneys New York’ Files for Bankruptcy
Coca-Cola Defends Ad Campaign Featuring Gay Couples After Lawmaker Calls for Boycott
A Coca-Cola campaign featuring gay couples has inspired calls for a boycott from conservative lawmakers in Hungary, but the brand is refusing to back down from its "Love is Love" message. The … [Read more...] about Coca-Cola Defends Ad Campaign Featuring Gay Couples After Lawmaker Calls for Boycott
