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NBC News
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
New Dunkin' ad brings up ‘genetics' right after Sydney Sweeney's controversial commercial
A new commercial has people talking about eugenics again — more than the actual product it's selling. How did we get here? On July 29, Dunkin' launched a pair of new Refreshers to its menu. To introduce one of them — the Golden Hour Refresher — the brand partnered (again) with 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' star Gavin Casalegno for a new video posted on social media. 'Look, I didn't ask to be the king of summer, it just kinda happened,' Casalegno says at the start of the 35-second spot. 'This tan? Genetics.' Casalegno then talks about his color analysis 'literally' coming back 'golden summer' as he lounges by a pool with a Refresher in hand. 'Can't help it — every time I drink a Golden Hour Refresher, it's like the sun just finds me,' he says. 'So if sipping these refreshers makes me the king of summer? Guilty as charged.' Instead of being flooded with fans excited to try the new drinks, the ad's comments section is full of people wondering why a certain word was used in the script. 'why are ads so obsessed with genetics all of a sudden,' asked one TikTok user — referencing Sydney Sweeney's controversial American Eagle campaign — and they were far from the only one with that question. 'What in the Sydney Sweeney did I just watch,' asked one more. Representatives for Casalegno and Dunkin' did not immediately respond to request for comment. The 'Euphoria' actor's campaign, which aims to sell the clothing company's new denim line, is centered around the tagline 'Sydney Sweeney has great jeans,' a double entendre critics say promotes the idea that Sweeney — blonde, blue eyed and white — is genetically superior. A representative for Sweeney declined to comment to NBC News. American Eagle also did not respond to a request for comment. Some Dunkin' customers are feeling so icky about the situation, they say they're forgoing their usual coffee run. 'K so skipping my Dunkin for today,' commented one user. 'i'll go to starbucks today ig,' wrote another. 'So no American Eagle or Dunkin' got it,' said one more. And others are clearly just not 'Team Jeremiah' since Casalegno plays Jeremiah Fisher in 'The Summer I Turned Pretty.' The series' main conflict is driven by its main character, Belly (Lola Tung), choosing between Jeremiah and his older brother Conrad (Christopher Briney).
Miami Herald
26-06-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Starbucks menu leak reveals an exciting new drink
Summer is finally here, a heat dome has enveloped a quarter of the nation, and air conditioning and cold drinks are more or less the only way to get through the day. It sounds dire and not so much fun when I put it that way, but its music to the ears of fast food restaurants that desperately want to get people in the door to buy things amid a trade war that's scaring consumers away from making purchases. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter The quick service industry has prepared for summer accordingly as it does every year, launching appealing foods and frosty drinks meant to act as a reprieve from the heat. Dunkin is the most recent company to drop a new drink with its collaboration with musician Sabrina Carpenter, unveiling the Strawberry Daydream Refresher today in its locations. Related: Starbucks CEO admits the struggling chain made a major mistake Starbucks is in on it too with its boba-inspired Refreshers, hoping to attract the same customers that religiously show up to buy the original Asian drink at trendy tea shops. But Starbucks wants to cater to more than just boba devotees, of course, and the chain may have something new up its sleeve coming to join its summer lineup very soon. In a post on X, the former Twitter, shared on June 24, trusted food blogger Markie Devo posted about one Starbucks update we knew was coming - but there's another one thats a surprise. Starbucks has previously confirmed that it will bring back the fan-favorite Raspberry syrup in July for "a very limited time." However, Devo says that it's coming back with something else, which he found out from a Starbucks employee. "Speculation has it that Starbucks will drop a new Raspberry Cream Cold Brew alongside the returning syrup," he wrote. Related: Starbucks makes huge investment to solve a key problem "Key speculated dates! -July 24th Rewards Members Only! -July 29th Nationwide! If any info changes I'll update!" In the meanwhile, Starbucks is clearly planning more ways than one to keep its loyal customers coming back. "Under the Back to Starbucks strategy, the company is reimagining and modernizing its beverages and food to build a relevant, hype-worthy global menu that will resonate with customers," the company said in a press release.. While Starbucks is still one of the world's biggest casual service brands, the cult favorite coffee company has had its share of challenges as of late. The data told the story in its 2024 year-end earnings call, when the chain reported flat revenues and a decline in global comparable store sales. In short, less people were coming to order their usual coffee and breakfast items. Starbucks' public reputation has also taken a nosedive per corporate reputation management company Reptrak, with 71.5 points in 2021 to 57.7 points in 2025, per Forbes reporting. When CEO Brian Niccol took over in September 2024, he announced the "Back to Starbucks" plan, which included a focus on community, simpler workflows, boosting employee benefits, and shortening customer wait time. While big changes do take time, investors are growing antsy. The stock has been dropping since late February. However, Niccol remains confident. "Our financial results don't yet reflect our progress, but we have real momentum with our 'Back to Starbucks' plan," Niccol said in a statement. Related: Starbucks brings back fan-favorite menu item after 2-year hiatus The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Scottish Sun
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Asda shoppers race to get their hands on new dessert sauce based on beloved sweets
Fans are obsessed with the nostalgic new dessert sauce TROLLEY DASH Asda shoppers race to get their hands on new dessert sauce based on beloved sweets Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ASDA fans are rushing to stores after spotting a brand-new dessert drop that's sending shoppers into a frenzy. Described as a sweet blast from the past, it's got nostalgic treat lovers buzzing with excitement. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The sauces are believed to come in flavours matching the classic sweets Credit: Facebook Shoppers across the UK, from Leeds to London, have been hunting the aisles after one excited user posted on Facebook: 'New Swizzels Squashies Drumstick Dessert Sauces at ASDA.' The post quickly sparked a frenzy in the comments. One eager shopper said: 'I will be running there now,' while another added: 'I love Squashies so much so I reckon I'll be addicted to these.' Many tagged friends to make sure they didn't miss out. The sauces are believed to come in flavours matching the classic sweets, and fans are already planning how to use them – from ice cream toppers to pancake drizzles and milkshake mixes. Shoppers on TikTok have started sharing their finds too, with videos showing the sauces flying off shelves. One user even described the blue razz version as 'banging'. This isn't the first time Asda has delighted sweet-toothed shoppers with retro-inspired goodies. Last year, it launched muffins based on classic treats like Refreshers and Drumsticks. Costing just 38p, the limited-edition bakes proved a big hit. And back in October, Asda's giant 'Trick-or-Treat' cookie was crowned a standout item in a Sun Halloween taste test. 'So excited' say Cadbury Ireland fans as new chocolate bar flavour to hit shelves TODAY Packed with sweets and soft cookie dough, it was praised as a top pick for spooky season. How to bag a bargain SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain… Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with. Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks. Sales are when you can pick up a real steal. Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on. Sign up to mailing lists and you'll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use and are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer. Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping. Bargain hunters can also use B&M's scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out. And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you'll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.
Scottish Sun
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Swizzels reveals NEW flavour of classic sweets hitting supermarkets in days
Check below to see what other sweets have recently launched PRETTY SWEET Swizzels reveals NEW flavour of classic sweets hitting supermarkets in days Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SWEET lovers have gone wild after Swizzels revealed a new flavour of classic sweets that will hit supermarket shelves within days. The British sweet-maker is adding to its hugely popular Squashies range ahead of the summer season. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 The hugely popular Squashies range will see two new flavours Credit: Alamy 4 Swizzels has added two exciting new flavours to its Squashies range Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 4 The new goodies will hit the shelves in days Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk Squashies fans will be treated to bold new shapes and fresh new flavours with the launch of Squashies Tropical and Squashies Sour Shooting Stars. The exciting new goodies will hit the shelves in major retailers and convenience stores from June 1. They're sure to fly off the shelves with both new products priced at just £1.15. Squashies Tropical will feature fun and fruity parrot, pineapple and watermelon shapes in mango and passionfruit and watermelon flavours. Sour Shooting Stars is the second addition to the new Squashies line-up. It will feature the tempting sour flavour combinations of pink lemonade, starfruit and peach and cola and lime in cute shooting star shapes. Swizzels senior brand manager, Clare Lynch, said: "This really is breaking news as we introduce new shapes and flavour combinations to our iconic Squashies range with the addition of Squashies Tropical and Squashies Sour Shooting Stars. "Sour and tropical flavours are trending this year, and we're excited to bring Squashies fans new shapes in these popular flavours that add an extra element of fun and are sure to make an impact. "We hope these exciting, on-trend new treats will help people to see the Squashies side of life this summer!' If you're keen on getting your hands on the new Squashies, fans can head to Manchester on June 5. People are only just realising that the 'key' sweet in Haribo favourites is something else & admit they're 'unsettled' The Squashies team will be handing out free samples. Fans will also be able to sample the new treats at other events and cities throughout the summer. Swizzels also launched a new flavoured Refreshers bar this month to celebrate 70 years of the classic sweet. Shoppers have been racing to their nearest supermarket to get their hands on the new Tropical chew bar, featuring mango and pineapple flavours. And if that wasn't enough, B&M created a frenzy recently after slashing the price of giant tubs of Swizzels sweets to just £1. The 650g tubs include all the Swizzel sweet shop favourites and classics. This includes Drumstick Squishies, Refreshers, Fruity Pops, Love hearts, Fizzers and Double Lollies. Sweet lovers were also going wild after snack-maker Mars revealed a tantalising new flavour earlier this month. Skittles Citrus contains five new flavours: Orange, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin and Blood Orange. They're now available at big supermarkets, grocery stores and corner shops across the country. How to save money on chocolate We all love a bit of chocolate from now and then, but you don't have to break the bank buying your favourite bar. Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how to cut costs... Go own brand - if you're not too fussed about flavour and just want to supplant your chocolate cravings, you'll save by going for the supermarket's own brand bars. Shop around - if you've spotted your favourite variety at the supermarket, make sure you check if it's cheaper elsewhere. Websites like let you compare prices on products across all the major chains to see if you're getting the best deal. Look out for yellow stickers - supermarket staff put yellow, and sometimes orange and red, stickers on to products to show they've been reduced. They usually do this if the product is coming to the end of its best-before date or the packaging is slightly damaged. Buy bigger bars - most of the time, but not always, chocolate is cheaper per 100g the larger the bar. So if you've got the appetite, and you were going to buy a hefty amount of chocolate anyway, you might as well go bigger.
North Wales Live
29-05-2025
- Business
- North Wales Live
New community fund offering £1,000 grants to mark 70th anniversary
To celebrate the 70th anniversary of Refreshers, sweet maker Swizzels is launching The Great Community Refresh - a nationwide initiative dedicated to giving back to communities. Swizzels is offering seven prizes of £1,000, one for each decade of Refreshers, to revive community spaces across the UK. Whether it's painting community spaces, planting flowers, or supporting local clubs, the competition will help winners bring their local projects to life. Entries for The Great Community Refresh will close at 11:59pm on June 30. To enter, people can visit the Swizzels website and submit a written statement on why their chosen community project deserves the prize and how it will be used to make a lasting difference. A panel of judges will select seven winning initiatives in July, each set to receive a £1,000 grant to make their community refresh a reality. Sarah-Louise Heslop, head of marketing at Swizzels, said: 'We couldn't think of a better way to celebrate 70 years of Refreshers than by giving back to the communities that have supported us for generations. The Great Community Refresh is all about celebrating the incredible people and places that make the UK so special. 'These prizes will support grassroots initiatives and neighbourhood projects that aim to uplift and 'refresh' local areas, from community garden makeovers to mural creations and communal space improvements. We know there's no shortage of passion out there - now's your chance to show us how we could make a big difference. 'To mark this anniversary, we wanted to spread the joy of Refreshers even further, brightening up communities and bringing people together and we can't wait to find out about all the deserving projects across the nation.' From creating a mural in a youth club or restoring a community garden, to revamping a local library or installing new youth centre equipment, Swizzels is on the lookout for meaningful projects that inspire connection and bring joy to communities. To be eligible, projects, groups or initiatives need to be community or volunteer-led or not-for-profit and must be based in the UK. For further details on the terms and conditions, visit the Swizzels website. As part of the 70th anniversary celebrations, Swizzels is also adding a brand-new Tropical Chew Bar to its Refreshers range.
