McDonald’s has revealed this year’s design for their holiday-themed hot cups. Needless to say, it’s an upgrade from last year’s unintentionally raunchy edition. The red cup features a simple swirl of white stars that surround the brand’s McCafé logo. Pretty harmless, right? Think again! It seems there may be some corporate tomfoolery afoot, as the reveal came on the same exact day that Starbucks unveiled their creative new design…
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Partnering with Alchemy Goods, the Seahawks will be turning recycled stadium event banners into sturdy and sustainable tote bags. The upcycled bags will be sold at the team’s four proshops for $22 apiece, with all proceeds going to the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence…
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Far from a sly attempt to make a few bucks off of items that couldn’t be given away—though this certainly doesn’t hurt—this is a clever strategy to clear storage space while engaging with fans in the offseason. According to Pete Grathoff of The Kansas City Star, at least 123 items will be given away or sold for around $2 each or less, including a miniature World Series trophy, a replica American League trophy and a replica powder blue jersey…
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Amazon is getting serious about counterfeit products, according to SlashGear. In an effort to keep merchants from selling fake products, the e-commerce site is changing its policy regarding big-name brands. Retailers selling brands like Asics, Adidas and Nike will be hit with…
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The Rio Olympics just wrapped up, but that’s not stopping the Olympics conversation. However, the news this week surrounds the 2020 Tokyo Olympic medals. (You know, for the Olympics that aren’t for…
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According to Digital Trends, Apple might be launching wireless headphones with the iPhone 7. We’ve reported previously on Apple’s decision to remove the headphone jack. But, could “AirPod” headphones be the next Apple frontier? MacRumors uncovered a certificate referencing the “AirPods,” but the documentation is lacking in any major details. However, Apple Inc. is listed as…
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In an effort to reduce the risks and effects of sun exposure, Randall’s Island Park in New York City will install sunscreen dispensers. According to a press release from the Randall’s Island Park Alliance…
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While New Era Cap Co., Buffalo, N.Y., has been a staple in the MLB for some time, the company is looking to branch out. According to The Buffalo News, New Era announced yesterday it will produce 100,000 NFL…
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Mariah Havard, a 10th grader at Buckeye High School in Buckeye, Ariz., found herself in the principal’s office for wearing a “Black Lives Matter” T-shirt, according to 12 News. School administrators told Havard the shirt wasn’t allowed under the school’s dress code policy, which bans clothing and accessories that can “disrupt the education process.” “I wasn’t…
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Floating drinkware—a passing fad or future staple? Joel Paglione, a Chicago entrepreneur, has high hopes it’s the latter. Paglione recently launched the Levitating CUP Kickstarter campaign, and successfully raised more than $60,000. How does it work? The cup uses magnets and an electrical field…
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