Brooklyn Beckham's new DoorDash ad for the FIFA World Cup 2026 has ignited online debate, with many interpreting it as a nod to his ongoing family rift. The campaign features Brooklyn hinting at personal issues, drawing criticism and speculation about his relationship with his parents, David and Victoria Beckham.
The Manchester Super Giants have faced backlash for a promotional video using AI to depict players like Meg Lanning, with fans and commentators criticizing the poor likenesses and inaccuracies.
A 25-year-old food vlogger, Anas Ahmed, was arrested in Muzaffarnagar, India, after right-wing groups complained his reel, featuring a Shiv idol at a prominent location, hurt religious sentiments by promoting a non-vegetarian eatery.
Erling Haaland's partnership with Budweiser for the World Cup Let It Pour campaign has drawn criticism from Norwegian anti-alcohol organizations, who call it "tragic" for a sports hero to promote alcohol. The campaign runs in 40 countries but not Norway, where alcohol advertising is banned. The Norwegian FA has defended Haaland's right to the deal, stating he can participate in global marketing for a FIFA World Cup sponsor.
China's PLA Navy promotional video 'Into The Deep' hints at a fourth nuclear-powered aircraft carrier named 'He Jian' via fictional characters. Satellite imagery shows Type 004 construction in Dalian with features suggesting nuclear reactors, marking a shift to blue-water naval power.
The Liberal Democrats have urged the Financial Conduct Authority to investigate Nigel Farage over potential market abuse following his promotion of a £2m Bitcoin purchase by a company in which he holds shares.
