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McCormick & Co. announced it will acquire Unilever's global seasoning business, expanding its spice-and-flavor portfolio and international reach. The deal, expected to close after regulatory approvals, will add established seasoning brands to McCormick’s lineup and strengthen its position in the growing flavors market.
Unilever is in discussions to merge its foods business with McCormick in an all-stock deal, potentially reshaping the group to focus on beauty, personal care and home products; the talks are not guaranteed, and Unilever has signaled a shift away from food in recent years.
An overview of how major motorcycle brands balance innovation and market fit, detailing Honda's DN-01 flop and Gold Wing success, BMW's R1200C misstep versus the R 1300 GS, Harley-Davidson's AMF-era Sportster against the FXR revival, Ducati's Indiana disaster versus the Panigale V4 R, Suzuki's TL1000 problems versus the Hayabusa, and Kawasaki's H2 750 widowmaker versus the Ninja H2R.
Facing economic headwinds, this year’s Super Bowl commercials lean into health, care and humor, with high-profile spots from Uber Eats (Bradley Cooper and Matthew McConaughey), Kellogg’s Raisin Bran (William Shatner), and other brands like Pepsi and Budweiser aiming to boost recall and audience goodwill.
The article previews the 2026 Super Bowl LX commercial lineup that has already been released, spotlighting a star-studded slate from Michelob Ultra, Bud Light, Fanatics Sportsbook, Instacart, Budweiser, Pepsi, Uber Eats, Oikos, Hims & Hers, Pringles, Squarespace, Grubhub, Google Gemini, Lay’s and more—highlighting teaser campaigns and noting that 30-second spots are selling for around $10 million.
The article discusses the rapid growth and innovation in the non-alcoholic beer market, highlighting its expanding variety, increasing popularity in social settings, and the emergence of functional brews that offer additional health benefits, with notable brands and celebrity endorsements contributing to its mainstream acceptance.
First Brands faces a significant financial crisis as creditors claim that as much as $2.3 billion has disappeared, raising concerns about the company's financial integrity and stability.
The article ranks 12 major smartphone brands from worst to best based on market share, performance, build quality, software support, and innovation, highlighting Samsung as the top brand for its innovation and ecosystem, followed by Apple for its ecosystem and security, with other brands like Huawei, Oppo, and Xiaomi also noted for their features and market presence.
Despite usually avoiding Black Friday sales, the author is tempted by deals from their favorite brands: Madewell, Everlane, and Gap. They highlight specific items like Madewell's Sculptural-Buckle Shoulder Bag, Everlane's Boxy Sweater, and Gap's Double-Breasted Leopard Trench Coat, all available at significant discounts. The author, a seasoned fashion editor, shares their excitement about these deals, suggesting that this year's Black Friday shopping will be worthwhile.
Home improvement experts advise avoiding certain unreliable appliance brands to prevent frequent repairs and replacements. Goodman HVAC units, Haier kitchen appliances, Frigidaire dishwashers, Samsung and LG refrigerators, and Magic Chef microwaves are highlighted for their poor performance and customer service. Experts recommend investing in more reliable brands like Carrier, Bosch, and Panasonic, which may cost more upfront but offer better durability and efficiency, ultimately saving money in the long run.
A zero-day exploit in TikTok's direct messaging system is compromising accounts of celebrities and brands, including CNN, Paris Hilton, and Sony. The malware spreads by simply opening a message, without needing any further user action. TikTok is working to mitigate the attack and restore affected accounts, while concerns about the platform's security and privacy practices continue to grow.
Several brands participated in April Fools' Day 2024 pranks, including Olipop with a fake "Sour Cream & Onion" soda, Bearaby with a 50-pound teddy bear named Junji, Sriracha with a prank about sriracha toothpaste, Omaha Steaks with meaty spritz sprays, and Rosetta Stone with "Rosetta Stoned," an app for translating cannabis lingo. Despite the pranks, real products from these brands, such as Olipop's healthy sodas, Bearaby's weighted blankets, Sriracha chili sauce, Omaha Steaks' meat offerings, and Rosetta Stone's language learning software, continue to be popular and well-received.
Companies and brands are rolling out April Fools' Day pranks, including spoof products like hot dog-flavored sparkling water, sour cream & onion soda, stoner lingo translation app, AI-powered plush dolls, and more. From meaty spritz sprays to Korean BBQ deodorant and Sriracha toothpaste, these humorous announcements aim to bring laughter and attention to the companies. Additionally, some real deals and promotions are also being offered by companies like The Cheesecake Factory and Patrón.
Reddit is introducing tools for businesses to track mentions of their brands in subreddits, as it prepares for its IPO, allowing companies to establish a more active presence on the platform.
The 2024 Super Bowl commercials featured a star-studded lineup of celebrities in various ads for different brands. Notable commercials included Edie Falco for PETA, Sir Patrick Stewart for Paramount+, Tina Fey for Booking.com, and Martin Scorsese for Squarespace. While some ads received praise for their creativity and humor, others, such as Sir Anthony Hopkins for Stōk Cold Brew and Jason Momoa for T-Mobile, fell short of expectations. Overall, the commercials showcased a mix of memorable and forgettable moments, with celebrities adding their star power to the advertising spectacle.