The Struggle Behind 2024's Christmas Ad Campaigns
Amid global turmoil and a cost of living crisis, UK retailers like John Lewis and M&S craft complex Christmas ads. Explore how they sell joy in difficult times.
Amid global turmoil and a cost of living crisis, UK retailers like John Lewis and M&S craft complex Christmas ads. Explore how they sell joy in difficult times.
A mother cycling with her children in south London was verbally attacked by a driver who called her 'irresponsible'. She shares her story as part of a campaign against abuse faced by women cyclists.
A 3,500-pound bronze RoboCop statue now stands guard in Detroit's Eastern Market, culminating a 15-year fan-driven campaign. Discover the story behind this cinematic tribute.
Columbia Sportswear's CEO, Tim Boyle, has made an extraordinary bet: he'll hand over his £3billion company to anyone who can prove the Earth is flat. A bold marketing stunt challenges conspiracy theorists.
The parents of three-year-old Aari Patel, who died in 2016, urge people to join the NHS Organ Donor Register after his gifts saved others. Over 8,000 in the UK await transplants.
Morrisons introduces 'Talking Tills' to encourage customer conversation, tackling UK loneliness. The scheme runs from 4-7 December amid debate over self-checkouts.
Morrisons introduces 'Talking Tills' for slower, chat-friendly checkouts from Dec 4-7, supporting Good Morning Britain's anti-loneliness campaign. Learn how the initiative works.
The ASA has banned adverts from Nike, Superdry and Lacoste for making unsubstantiated environmental claims. Discover how regulators are cracking down on greenwashing.
The UK's ad watchdog bans Nike, Superdry, and Lacoste for misleading sustainability claims. Discover why their 'green' ads broke the rules and what it means for consumers.
Margaret Atwood, Ian McKellen and Richard Branson lead a global call to free imprisoned Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, echoing the campaign that freed Nelson Mandela.
The UK's advertising watchdog has banned adverts from Nike, Superdry, and Lacoste for misleading 'sustainable' claims. Discover the details of the crackdown.
Metro's 'This Is Not Right' campaign, highlighting violence against women, wins charity award. Readers also debate Tommy Robinson, Starmer's stance, and Rachel Reeves' Budget. Join the conversation.
Five London boroughs join a campaign to ban gambling advertising on the Underground, citing public health risks and strong public support for restrictions. Read the full story.
Shocking figures reveal over 800,000 UK children aged 3-5 use social media. Former minister Lord Nash demands a public health campaign and age limit of 16. Read the full report.
A growing online movement, #bringbackdoors, is fighting the hotel trend of removing proper bathroom doors. Discover the privacy nightmare and the campaign restoring it.
Save the Children's powerful 2025 Christmas advert cleverly mimics Coca-Cola's iconic trucks to highlight urgent aid needs. Discover the campaign's message and shocking child poverty research.
Mitcham will get a shared banking hub in 2026 after a successful community campaign overturned an initial rejection, restoring vital face-to-face services. Read the full story.
John McAuliff's victory in a traditionally Republican Virginia district, focusing on data centres' impact on energy bills, offers a blueprint for Democratic campaigns. Discover how local issues trumped national politics.
Metro's groundbreaking 'This Is Not Right' campaign has been named Campaign Of The Year at the Write to End Violence Against Women Awards for its impactful reporting on violence against women and girls.
A worldwide campaign is demanding the release of Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti. As ceasefire talks continue, his family and supporters argue he's crucial for peace. Join the call for justice.
Debenhams launches festive campaign featuring Peter Crouch as angel, Judi Love and Olivia Attwood in spectacular parade. Discover the magic behind this year's Christmas advert.
Former Fugees member Pras Michel convicted of money laundering and campaign finance violations after funneling millions from Malaysian financier Jho Low. Read the full story.
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy urges passengers to improve aeroplane etiquette. Share your worst in-flight behaviour experiences with our anonymous form.
France's highest court upholds Nicolas Sarkozy's conviction for illegal campaign financing, with spending nearly double legal limit. Former president must serve sentence.
A chartered engineer is using TikTok to challenge 'unfair' yellow box junction fines, helping drivers appeal PCNs. Discover how he's fighting back against councils.
West Ham sponsor BoyleSports says the gambling industry remains committed to football despite the Premier League's front-of-shirt sponsor ban. Discover the future of sports partnerships.
US senators call for FTC and SEC investigation into Meta's $3.5bn scam ad revenue. Discover how Facebook and Instagram profit from fraudulent advertisements targeting millions.
British gambling companies spent £2bn on advertising last year, outstripping tax revenues and sparking calls for Chancellor Rachel Reeves to increase industry taxes in the budget.
Sadiq Khan faces calls to ban 'harmful' fossil fuel ads on London's transport network but insists national standards are needed first. Read the full debate.
Nicolas Sarkozy reveals prison ordeal in new book 'A Prisoner's Diary' detailing his 20 days in solitary confinement. Read exclusive extracts about his experience.