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Views on junk food advertising ban are mixed
Long-awaited new rules banning the advertising of junk food to children in the UK have come into force. The new regulations, which come into effect today, January 5, ban adverts for what the UK Government has classed as 'less healthy' foods being…
Ban on TV junk food advertising before 9pm comes into force in UK
A ban on junk food advertising on TV before 9pm and a total ban online has come into force as the government attempts to tackle the childhood obesity crisis. Under the rules, which will be enforced by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) 13…
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Atul Agrawal takes over as CEO of Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA)
The Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA), the Indian apex body representing the interests of advertisers, has announced that Atul Agrawal has taken over as its chief executive officer starting January 2, 2026. With a career spanning nearly four…
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Why Prasoon Joshi believes vulnerability is advertising's edge
When Prasoon Joshi stepped on stage to accept his Hall of Fame honour from the Advertising Agencies Association of India, he did not begin with awards, agencies or campaigns. He began with a river. “When you go near a stream, you will find…
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Tiny episodes, big hooks: How micro-dramas are advertised in India
There was a buzzword that dominated conversations last year: micro-dramas. From media executives and creators to directors and brands, the format has become the latest obsession in digital entertainment. According to Viren Sean Noronha, co-founder…
Ban on advertising junk food to UK children comes into force, but reactions are mixed
New rules banning advertising of junk food to children in the UK have come into force (stock image) Long-awaited new legislation prohibiting junk food advertisements targeting children across the UK has taken effect. The regulations, which launched…
Amazon Will Tout New Focus on Helping Advertisers Reach Live Viewers at CES
Amazon thinks it can do more for TV advertisers than traditional TV. The digital giant is preparing to meet with marketers during the annual Consumer Electronics Show, which gets underway on Tuesday. And when the company does, executives plan to…
Here's What Amazon Is Telling Advertisers Behind Closed Doors
It's only days into the new year, and we're already getting a peek behind the curtain at Amazon's upfront pitch to advertisers. The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is returning to Las Vegas this week, with publishers ready to showcase their latest…
All the foods classified as junk food as advertising ban comes into effect
A UK-wide mandatory restriction in the advertising of junk food will come into force from Monday in a bid to tackle childhood obesity. It means that food and drinks high in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) will not be allowed to be shown on TV at certain…
The definitive Digiday guide to what's in and out for advertising in 2026
An editorial series that sets marketers, media buyers and publishers up for a successful 2026. More from the series → 2025 opens with more unfinished business than clean conclusions. Omnicom's acquisition of IPG is moving toward its first…
Trump's plan to seize and revitalize Venezuela's oil industry faces major hurdles
President Donald Trump's plan to take control of Venezuela's oil industry and ask American companies to revitalize it after capturing President Nicolás Maduro in a raid isn't likely to have a significant immediate impact on oil prices.
My Top 5 Stock Market Predictions for 2026
It's that time again... The year 2025 has come to a close, 2026 has begun, and we're all eager to consider what may lie ahead for stocks in this new year. After a third straight double-digit annual gain, will the S&P 500 continue to roar higher?
'Silk industry should focus on marketing, brand positioning, value creation'
Silk marketing, brand positioning, value creation, and expansion of domestic and global markets should be the immediate focus areas for India's sericulture industry, urged Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary, Ministry of Textiles. She was addressing…
Travel warnings as snow and ice predicted in Devon and Cornwall - BBC News
Image source, BBC Weather Watchers/Old Crylla A yellow warning for ice and snow is in place across Devon and Cornwall, and is scheduled to last until Tuesday. The Met Office has warned of scattered sleet and snow showers, and icy patches which may…
Banjo Beale's latest project isn't close to home - it is his home - BBC News
Image source, Shelley Richmond/Hello Halo/BBC Scotland A tiny Scottish island, 16 residents, a crumbling mansion, and two Australian dreamers - it's the perfect recipe for a riveting home renovation show. Interior designer Banjo Beale has become a…
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