BALLER | 12.30.24

Big Brand Fails and Hilariously Godawful Ad Campaigns

Big Brand Fails and Hilariously Godawful Ad Campaigns

We’ve all seen it—a well known brand dropping a campaign so bizarre it’s unforgettable. Big brands aren’t immune to epic fails, and their disasters are our entertainment. The kind that makes you wonder, “Who thought this was a good idea?” Let’s relive the cringe. Got a favorite flop?

This Cannabis Startup Pioneered “rapid onset” Gummies

[Partner] Most people prefer to smoke cannabis but that isn’t an option if you’re at work or in public. That’s why we were so excited when we found out about Mood’s new Rapid Onset THC Gummies. They can take effect in as little as 5 minutes without the need for a lighter, lingering smells or any coughing. Nobody will ever know you’re enjoying some THC. We recommend you try them out because they offer a 100% money-back guarantee. And for a limited time, you can receive 20% off with code FIRST20.

Do Animals Think?

Do animals think? We’d bet our coffee money they do. Dolphins play games, elephants grieve, and birds outsmart puzzles. But here’s the twist—do they think like us? Are they dreaming of cyborg ninjas and electric sheep—or just dinner?

Why Don't Cars Have Pop-Up Headlights Anymore?

It’s a stock visual in any 1980s movie montage: A character jumps into a cool sports car, revs the engine, and activates the pop-up headlights. Violating the speed limit inevitably follows. You might have noticed that pop-up lights aren’t nearly as common as they once were. Some have speculated they’re no longer legal or that automakers have distanced themselves for safety reasons. What’s the truth?

Here's Why McDonald's New Straws May Make Beverages Taste Different

Sip. Pause. Wait—does this taste different? Where are the iconic red-and-yellow-striped McDonald’s straws? Gone. Now we’re stuck with clear, bendy imposters. Is it sustainability, cost-cutting, or a mix of both? Either way, does Sprite still slap if the straw collapses mid-sip?

The Roundup

15 Ancient Cities you can still visit. Is it possible to go through TSA without a ticket? The weirdest things humans did to robots this year. The rules to master Interview Attire. Gyms overtake night clubs in central London. 6 New Year’s Celebrations that don’t take place on January 1st. One Line Logos are a Treat for the eyes. Limited time deal for some really yummy gummies.* 

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@merrwatson | Whitehaven Beach

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