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No doubt, the subject of comedy in advertising has been a hot topic lately. As brands and marketers look back on past disasters, the line they must tread to avoid public embarrassment is getting thinner and thinner. But those who have successfully trodden that line have landed some of the biggest, most memorable campaigns of the past few years, and it’s clearly possible. Of course, Cannes Lions itself reinforces this even more this year. Consider the fact that a Humor category has been introduced in the Culture and Context section to celebrate the art of humor in brand communications. The…

When the Chicago Bulls signed Zach LaVine to a five-year max contract in the 2022 offseason, they thought they had their franchise player locked up for the long term. But that didn’t happen. Chicago lost consecutive games to the Miami Heat in the play-in tournament. LaVine has been plagued by various injuries. The Bulls have stagnated and struggled without him. Through it all, his position in Chicago has become much more precarious.Of course, his valuation around the league has changed. Had LaVine been serious about free agency in 2022, he would have found multiple buyers. By the time the Bulls…

COATESVILLE — The deadline to order tickets is Monday for “Taste of ChesCo.,” a fundraiser for the Health Equity Alliance taking place Wednesday.The event will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. at The Arches Venue in Coatesville (600 E. Chestnut St., Coatesville). According to organizers, Taste of ChesCo. is an event that celebrates savory, sweet and mouthwatering finger foods from a variety of Chester County eateries.Tickets sales end at midnight Monday and can be purchased at crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_a5322f0d-a669-11ee-96cb-0a3287177f03&WidgetId=439296.Officials said every ticket purchase and donation will directly contribute to furthering a healthy food initiative that will have a meaningful impact throughout…

Monsoon rains and river inflows from upstream India have caused widespread flooding in northeastern Bangladesh, leaving more than two million people stranded and the situation could worsen, officials said on Friday. An aerial view of flooded areas in Kompaniganj, Sylhet district, on June 20, 2024. Heavy rains and swollen rivers caused by flooding upstream in India have inundated densely populated areas in Sylhet. (AFP) The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said people trapped in the area, including more than 772,000 children, were in urgent need of assistance. “Children are among the most vulnerable, facing high risks of drowning, malnutrition, deadly…

There are some great new titles available on VOD this week, including the Scandinavian thriller “What Remains,” Rachel Sennott’s film “I Used To Be Funny,” and “IF,” starring Ryan Reynolds and John Krasinski alongside a host of other A-list stars. In addition to starring in IF, Krasinski also wrote, produced and directed the film, which tells the story of a young girl named Bea (Cailey Fleming) who meets a man (Reynolds) who helps her pair kids with new imaginary friends, known as IFs. The live-action cast also includes Fiona Shaw and Liza Colon-Zayas, and the all-star voice cast includes Steve…

Have you ever met someone who loves their dog like a baby? Super weird, right? Who wants to cuddle a tiny, helpless animal that loves them? That’s totally weird, right? Well, according to one man, it’s weird. He took to TikTok to deliver some harsh words to pet owners.The man had strong feelings about people who treat their pets like human children.A man named Brian went on and on about pet owners who spoiled their pets, even though he didn’t like them one bit.”To anyone who has an unhealthy relationship with a pet, remember that they’re your dog, not your…

Forgame Holdings Limited, a company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and a shareholder in Redrock Biometrics, has filed a lawsuit against HumanCode AI, alleging unauthorized use of Redrock’s proprietary biometric authentication technology and alleging widespread corporate fraud. HumanCode AI, led by Hua Yang and Zhang Dong (aka Tim Zhang), is accused of using Redrock’s palm print authentication technology without authorization. HumanCode AI’s actions are said to be a serious breach of trust and a breach of legal obligations. A representative for Forgame Holdings Limited said: “The actions of HumanCode AI and its management amount to corporate theft and…

BRAINERD — Junior Maia Tauges was named the Brainerd MVP and Miss Offense at the Warriors’ 2024 end-of-season banquet.Tauges also earned All-Central Lakes Conference, All-Section 8-4A and All-State First Team honors.Maren Seynois won the Miss Defender award and Emily Rademacher won the Best Newcomer award.Ceynowa, Elsa Borchert and Joze Tautges were selected as all-conference. Rademacher, Ruthie Owen, Lacy Busch and Ericah were named all-conference honorable mentions.The Warriors earned Minnesota Fastpitch Coaches Association Gold status with a team GPA of 3.75 or above, and Abby Anderson was named All-State Honorable Mention Student with a GPA of 3.75 or above as a…

François Hudes says Agriculture Canada’s scientific capabilities are no less than they were before 2000. What’s really changed is the speed of technology. François Youde wears two hats, both of which play a key role in guiding the direction of plant science and breeding research at Agriculture and Food Canada (AAFC). Initial role: Eudes is the director of research, development and technology for AAFC’s Science and Technology division for its Alberta facilities, a position he has held since 2015. He oversees a large group of staff across two research and development centres (Lethbridge and Lacombe) and two satellite research farms…

HAMPTON — Dressed in baby blue scrubs and with a stethoscope around her neck, 13-year-old Alona Brown stood outside the emergency room at Sentara Careplex Wednesday morning, waiting for an ambulance. As soon as the ambulance arrived, Alona and her peers, who attend Gildersleeve Middle School in Newport News, took turns climbing inside, pressing buttons to operate the stretcher and weighing down the paramedics’ backpacks.The group of about 20 students, from seventh to ninth grade, spent a week at Sentara Health Career Camp, getting a glimpse into the world of medicine. Sentara’s seven hospitals hold sessions throughout the summer.A Sentara…