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Victoria’s Secret Makes A Change To Their “Perfect Body” Ad Campaign

(PCM) The power of the internet has spoken yet again and lingerie retailer Victoria’s Secret has now changed their current “Perfect Body” ad campaign after being hit with a petition and outrage from body image advocates online.

The ad’s for the company’s new bra collection “Body By Victoria” featured the retailers notoriously thin models sporting bras and panties with the text “Perfect Body” splayed across their bare torsos.

The ad sparked up a huge debate online with many people claiming that the ad created negative body image stereotypes and advocated low self-esteem. There was even a Change.org petition created that urged the company to apologize for irresponsible marketing tactics.… Full Story

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Kmart Reveals That Black Friday Shopping Will Begin At 6 A.M. On Thanksgiving Day

(PCM) Kmart has recently made the controversial announcement that they will be opening their doors for Black Friday shoppers at 6 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day and remain open for 42 hour straight.

The Sears company, which owns Kmart as well, also revealed that they too will be opening up early for Black Friday by allowing shoppers in their stores at 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.

As you can imagine these announcements have been met with a certain amount of criticism, as many feel that the Thanksgiving holiday should be spent with family and loved ones and not out working retail.

Many feel that many low-wage employees are being taken advantage of by forcing them to work on Thanksgiving and some supporters of the “War On Thanksgiving” have even vowed to boycott several of the stores that are forcing their employees into working the holiday.… Full Story

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Christmas / News / Pop Culture News / Water Cooler

Officially Licensed Dancing Baby Groot Will Be Released This Holiday Season

(PCM) Ever since the brief credits scene in the hit Marvel film “Guardians Of The Galaxy” Dancing Baby Groot won over the hearts of audiences all over the world.

Fans have been demanding that Marvel come out with a toy …

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The Hottest Holiday Toy List For 2014

(PCM) As we gear up for this year’s holiday season, toy retailers are already beginning to make their predictions on what will be the season’s hottest and best selling items.

As shoppers begin lining up in the stores hoping to …

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Food & Recipes / I Love Food / Lifestyle / News

Starbucks Announces Plans For A Delivery Service

(PCM) Imagine having a hot coffee and yummy pastry delivered straight to your desk without ever having to leave this office. This vision could soon become a reality with the launch of Starbucks new delivery service.

While the company has not released very many details about the new service, they did say that they have plans to launch the new delivery service in certain target market by the end of next year.

Starbucks also said that they plan to offer the service to members of their loyalty club and you will be able to place your orders for delivery through the Starbucks mobile order and pay app.… Full Story

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Food & Recipes / Halloween / I Love Food / Lifestyle / News

Starbucks Unleashes A Creeptacular New Drink For Halloween!

(PCM) Coffee giant Starbucks have just recently unveiled their creepy new drink for Halloween fittingly called the Franken Frappucino.

Despite its’ creepy name the drink actually sounds like it will be quite delicious. It is green in color (of course) and made up of a green-tea based drink created using peppermint syrup, white chocolate sauce, java chips and finally topped off with whipped cream and mocha drizzle.

Starbucks also happens to be offering a scary good deal now through Halloween night on their blended beverages. All grande frappuccinos purchased after 2pm will only cost $3.00!

While the special Franken Frappuccino will only be offered in select locations, you can use your skills with the Starbucks secret menu by knowing the ingredients and just how to order this specialty drink to try it out.… Full Story

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Food & Recipes / I Love Food / Lifestyle / News

Speed Order Taco Bell With The Fast Food Chain’s New App!

(PCM) Taco Bell has revealed their new smartphone/tablet app that will make ordering food a snap.

Hungry customers will now be able to place their order through the app, pay for it and then drive to their nearest Taco Bell restaurant and it can be picked up via walk-in or drive-thru.

Taco Bell is now the very first fast-food chain to offer an app that will allow customers the ability to not only order and pay for their food, but also pick-up via dine-in or drive-thru. The app will also give users access to be able to see every Taco Bell ingredient that has been used to create their food.… Full Story

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Debatable / Halloween / Internet & Technology / Lifestyle / News

Walmart In Hot Water For Selling “Fat Girl Costumes”

(PCM) Walmart has stirred up some controversy after several customers noticed that there was a link on the company’s website that was labeled “Fat Girl Costumes” rather than the typical (and socially acceptable “Plus-Sized Costumes”) aimed at online shoppers looking to purchase Halloween costumes.

The incident was first reported by Jezabel.com, when are reader sent in an outraged comment about the harsh labeling. The first Twitter comment directed at the company criticizing the labeling was published back on 10/21 and received what appeared to be some sort of automated reply in response.

As more and more individuals began to chime in and complain to the company, it has become a huge public relations nightmare for Walmart overall.… Full Story

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A Review Of The Awesome October 2014 Loot Crate

(PCM) For those that aren’t in the know, Loot Crate is an amazing monthly subscription box that contains all sorts of amazing geek and gamer themed products. A strong bonus is that many of those items happen to be Loot …

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Lifestyle / News

Sam’s Club Pulls Potentially Contaminated Baby Wipes From Stores

(PCM) Sam’s Club stores have announced a voluntary recall of its’ Simply Right baby wipes saying that there is a potential possibility that they could be contaminated. Please note that it is not a full on FDA recall on the product.

The company sent out an email to its’ customers that may have purchased the baby wipes which read:

“You are receiving this message because Sam’s Club’s records indicate that you recently purchased Simply Right baby wipes.

The safety of our members and their families is a top priority at Sam’s Club. Our supplier, Nutek Disposables, Inc., has advised us that some Simply Right branded baby wipes offered for sale at Sam’s Clubs beginning June 30th of this year may be contaminated with B.… Full Story

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California Reveals Plan To Ban Plastic Grocery Bags

(PCM) The governor of California has signed a bill that will prohibit all plastic shopping bags from being given out to customers for free. The governor claims that the bill is set to reduce the amount of plastic waste that is polluting California’s beaches, parks and oceans.

The governor goes on to say that this is not just a problem in California and while they may be the first state to completely ban the use of these bags, they most certainly will not be the last.

The law will begin to take effect starting on July 1st 2015 in both grocery stores and pharmacies.… Full Story

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Sexy “Frozen” Costumes Are Number One For Halloween!

(PCM) In fact, the sexy “Frozen” Halloween costumes are so incredibly popular this year that many costume retailers are completely sold out and are unsure if they will be able to get any more back in stock in time for …

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