New state legislation may require larger, more informative alcoholic energy drink labels
Vibrant alcoholic energy drink labels may soon carry a heavier warning of their content’s potentially ill effects. The Michigan Liquor Control Commission passed a motion Sept. 9 to examine the alcohol warning label on the beverages because they are easily camouflaged. The motion will allow the commission to change individual product labels to further reveal the possibility of “intemperance or …
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Lucozade energy drink ad escapes ban
Almost 90 viewers complained campaign was irresponsible because it suggested drink could help drivers avoid accidents A TV ad promoting a Lucozade energy drink has escaped a ban from the advertising watchdog despite almost 90 complaints from viewers that it was irresponsible because it suggested the product could help drivers avoid accidents. The campaign, created by ad agency M&C Saatchi …
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Don’t Drink Water from Wells, Makati Tells Bangkal Residents
MANILA, Philippines – The Makati City government warned residents of Barangay Bangkal Tuesday to refrain from drinking or even using water in deep wells where traces of petroleum have been reported. The warning came even as authorities pursued their investigation on the fuel leak underneath the 22-story West Tower condominium. Makati City Mayor Jejomar Erwin S. Binay said residents should wait …
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