Martin Sorrell, Titan Of Advertising, Under Investigation For 'Misconduct'
Sorrell runs WPP, the world's largest advertising company. He denies allegations which reportedly involve the misuse of company funds.
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In Ads, Tobacco Companies Admit They Made Cigarettes More Addictive
A federal judge ordered tobacco companies to pay for ads warning that their products are deadly and that they manipulated them to be addictive. But the form of the ads may be dulling their effect.
Facebook's Advertising Tools Complicate Efforts To Stop Russian Interference
Facebook says 126 million people may have seen Russian content aimed at influencing Americans. Marketing gurus say Facebook is unlikely to solve the problem because of its ad-based business model.
'Hypoallergenic' And 'Fragrance-Free' Moisturizer Claims Are Often False
People with skin conditions like eczema need moisturizers to treat their dry, cracked and reddened skin. But research suggests many moisturizers are mislabeled and can make the skin conditions worse.
Those TV Drug Ads Distract Us From The Medical Care We Need
Doctors spend lots of time answering questions about the latest drug ad, and that means less time answering questions that could really help your health, a primary care physician says.
Online Video Producers Caught In Struggle Between Advertisers And YouTube
YouTube has tweaked algorithms to prevent ads from appearing next to objectionable and extremist videos. But the moves have left YouTube content creators earning less money.
OK Google, Burger King Hijacked Your Speakers ... And Failed Pretty Quickly
The fast-food chain launched an ad Wednesday meant to wake viewers' Google Home speakers and use them for a makeshift promo. Sadly for Burger King, it wasn't long before the ploy hit some speed bumps.
After Uproar, Pepsi Halts Rollout Of Controversial Protest-Themed Ad
Pepsi said it was trying to project a message of unity with its ad set at a protest, starring Kendall Jenner. But on Wednesday the company apologized, saying it had missed the mark.
For Advertisers, Fake News Is Not The Biggest Problem
The fake news controversy is rocking the ad industry, with Kellogg's and other brands pulling ads from Breitbart. But advertisers may be more worried about sites that generate fake traffic using bots.
Yes, It Is Possible To Get Your Flu Shot Too Soon
The vaccine is already showing up in drugstores, but maybe wait until Halloween to get the shot, doctors say, especially if you're over 65 and want to be protected against flu this winter.