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Swatch pulls “slanted eye” ad after Chinese social media uproar

Swatch pulls “slanted eye” ad after Chinese social media uproar

Swiss watchmaker Swatch has apologized and removed an ad featuring a model pulling the corners of his eyes after the image prompted accusations of racism and calls for a boycott on Chinese social media. Internet users slammed the “slanted eye” gesture made by the Asian male model as racist. In a post on Instagram and Chinese social media platform Weibo …

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Judge Blocks F.T.C. Investigation of Media Matters – The New York Times

Judge Blocks F.T.C. Investigation of Media Matters  The New York Times Judge blocks Trump FTC’s ‘retaliation’ against liberal media watchdog  CNN Judge blocks FTC probe into liberal media watchdog  The Washington Post Judge blocks FTC probe into progressive media watchdog  The Hill FTC Reined in by Judge for Retaliating Against Media Group  Bloomberg.com Source link

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Judge blocks Trump FTC’s ‘retaliation’ against Media Matters

Judge blocks Trump FTC’s ‘retaliation’ against Media Matters

Facebook Tweet Email Link A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s investigation of a liberal advocacy group known for its campaigns against Rupert Murdoch’s Fox News and Elon Musk’s X. Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan cited evidence that the investigation, which was opened by the Federal Trade Commission last spring, was an act of retaliation against the advocacy group, Media …

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US suspends visas for Gaza residents after right-wing social media storm | Israel-Palestine conflict News

US suspends visas for Gaza residents after right-wing social media storm | Israel-Palestine conflict News

State Department move comes as Israel’s war and induced-famine in Gaza reach new extremes, with 61,827 killed so far. The United States has announced that it is halting all visitor visas for people from Gaza pending a “a full and thorough” review, a day after social media posts about Palestinian refugees sparked furious reactions from right-wingers. The Department of State’s …

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Taylor Swift’s love of the color orange sets social media branding ablaze

Taylor Swift’s love of the color orange sets social media branding ablaze

Taylor Swift‘s upcoming album release and her love of all things orange isn’t lost on her fans — or brands that are seeking a ride on what has become an enormous economic tailwind. On Wednesday after Swift went on the “New Heights” podcast co-hosted by her boyfriend, NFL football star Travis Kelce, to announce the imminent release of her 12th …

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Newsom mocks Trump's social media in a flurry of redistricting posts – Axios

Newsom mocks Trump’s social media in a flurry of redistricting posts  Axios Newsom Kicks Off California Redistricting Campaign and Calls for Special Election  The New York Times Kevin McCarthy reemerges to fight California redistricting  Politico Governor Newsom launches statewide response to Trump rigging Texas’ elections  Governor of California (.gov) California Republicans accuse Newsom of ‘sinister redistricting scheme’ after Trump mockery  Fox News Source link

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Pete Davidson says he was ’embarrassed’ by media attention over BDE

Pete Davidson says he was ’embarrassed’ by media attention over BDE

Pete Davidson is reminding folks that not all publicity is good publicity. During a recent appearance on The Breakfast Club, Davidson, 31, reflected on the intense media attention that came from his high-profile relationships during his early career years on Saturday Night Live. The comedian debuted on SNL season 40, just two months shy of his 21st birthday in 2014. A few years …

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Sydney Sweeney Breaks Social Media Silence After “Genes” Ad, Gets Viciously Trolled For It

Sydney Sweeney Breaks Social Media Silence After “Genes” Ad, Gets Viciously Trolled For It

Sydney Sweeney has made her first post since facing backlash over her American Eagle ad, which embroiled the actress in accusations of racism. The 27-year-old broke her social media silence to promote her crime thriller film, Americana. She shared several behind-the-scenes photos from the Tony Tost-directed film, including a snapshot of herself in character as Penny Jo Poplin. Highlights Sydney …

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