Last week we got sent a press release about a KFC publicity stunt at the UN, and shrugged it off because we're not corporate tools who reblog each and every publicity stunt (unless it involves American Apparel). But what makes this one interesting is that the stunt has deeply embarrassed UN security, who allowed a guy dressed like Colonel Sanders into restricted areas of the UN without security clearance. The guy even got a photo op with current president of the United Nations General Assembly, Libya’s Dr. Ali A. Treki! more ›

The incoming president of the Obesity Society has resigned amidst controversy surrounding his work on behalf of the restaurant industry. Last month Dr. David B. Allison (pictured), a professor of biostatistics and nutrition at the University of Alabama, drew fire from colleagues when he submitted an affidavit questioning the city’s new rules requiring chain restaurants to prominently display calorie information on their menus. more ›

Watch the brilliant mascot spot at the Peanut Gallery. Gothamist loves the Syracuse Orange, because any mascot that has a body that prevents it from grabbing something with both hands is the best. He lumbers, he can't guard the Blue Devil...he totally got picked last in gym class and that's why Gothamist relates to Syracuse Orange the most. more ›

You can also watch the commercials at AdAge. more ›