Mexico City buzzes with World Cup advertising, but pre-tournament mania is tempered by traffic, protests, and a sense of being overshadowed by Donald Trump. Concerns linger over FIFA's format, ticket prices, and Gianni Infantino's actions, overshadowing the impending tournament.
Five months after Nicolás Maduro's alleged kidnapping by US forces, his cult of personality is crumbling in Venezuela. Propaganda billboards, murals, and action figures glorifying him are being dismantled or erased, and former allies, including interim leader Delcy Rodríguez, have drastically reduced mentions of his name in public discourse.
Australian politicians, including Julia Gillard and Anthony Albanese, condemn a 'sexist' billboard featuring Victorian premier Jacinta Allan
Silicon Valley is experiencing an AI boom with massive compensation for tech talent, but beneath the surface lies anxiety about job automation and potential economic disparity. The article explores the global implications, with Europe, Africa, and Latin America lagging behind, while India and China face unique challenges in harnessing AI's potential and managing its societal impact.
A Taiwanese candidate's billboards depicting a turbaned man with a 'no entry' sign have caused concern among the Indian community and drawn sharp criticism from a senior official, highlighting existing anti-India sentiment amplified online.
Anti-tobacco groups criticize Philip Morris International's 'I AM Marlboro' campaign, alleging it targets youth despite the company's claims to phase out cigarettes, with experts noting the campaign's appeal to identity formation among young people across various countries.
AI startup Artisan is accused of stealing KC Green's iconic 'This is fine' webcomic for a subway advertisement promoting its AI BDR 'Ava.' Green, who created the meme in his 2013 'Gunshow' comic, said he agreed to nothing and called on people to 'vandalize' the ad. Artisan says it respects Green and will reach out directly. This follows Artisan's previous controversial 'Stop hiring humans' billboards.
