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Did Starbucks’ Exec Rosalind Brewer Say She Dislikes White People?

An old, false claim was resurrected in a new blog post with the same basic, factual errors.

Did Red Bull Stand With Hong Kong Protesters in New Ad?

The beverage company has previously released advertisements in support of civilian protests.

Does Chick-fil-A Pay a $17 Starting Wage?

Company spokesperson: "Chick-fil-A restaurants are individually owned and operated, so wage decisions are made at the local level."

Did Pepsi Admit Aquafina Is Just Tap Water?

The water used in many bottled-water products comes from municipal water supplies.

Is Whataburger Changing Their Colors?

A Chicago investment firm acquired a majority stake in the Texas-based restaurant chain.

Did Chase Bank Delete a Tweet Taunting People Who Ask ‘Why Is My Balance So Low’?

The bank created an internet backlash in April 2019 with a now-deleted tweet advising people to not eat out or buy coffee in order to improve low account balances.

Does Nike Own Chevrolet?

People looking to boycott Nike-owned companies may want to avoid Converse and Hurley products, but no need to trade-in your Chevrolet vehicle.

Were Gatorade Bottles Designed with a Cap Holder on the Bottom?

An image shows a cap neatly nestled into the bottom of a Gatorade bottle, but this is not an intentional design feature.

Does Public Law 92-313 Allow Americans to Claim ‘Federal Rent Checks’?

An author's online financial pitch is based upon existing information, but experts caution that it is no "hidden pot of money."

Did Harley Davidson’s CEO Call President Trump ‘a Moron’?

Matthew Levatich was accused of calling Donald Trump a "moron" after the president objected to the company moving some operations to Thailand.

Are Under Armour Garments Flammable?

Clothing made from certain synthetic fibers has been known to exacerbate burns, but there's no indication that Under Armour's garments do not comply with flammability regulations.