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Farewell, Kobe

The Black Mamba is hanging it up for good. In a simple, yet stirring poem posted online, Kobe Bryant announced that he would be retiring after this season—his 20th in the NBA. It’s hard to forgive Kobe for what he did to the Magic in the 2009 NBA Finals, but boy, can I respect it. What he has accomplished since…

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Happy Thanksgiving from PR/PR!

Uh-oh. My family bought a deep fryer. This is either going to be a revelation, or it’s going to be very, very bad. It’s an indoor fryer, but I may err on the side of caution and keep it on the back porch. I’m also coming up with a list of unhealthy foods that can be made double unhealthy with…

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Facebook’s “Safety Check” Activated for Paris

Friday’s attacks in Paris are another reminder that the world, at times, can be a terrifying place. The images and first-hand accounts coming out of France are simply horrific, and have truly shaken society to its core. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and the survivors who have experienced such unconstrained evil. During such a confusing time, conflicting…

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SeaWorld Gives an Inch

After suffering a virtual PR knockout blow courtesy of the 2013 documentary film Blackfish, SeaWorld has finally announced some changes to one of its parks. SeaWorld stated yesterday that starting in 2016 it would begin phasing out its circus-style orca shows at its San Diego location. No more Splash Zone. Pressure has steadily mounted against the theme park since the…

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Burrito Blight

There are few things in life that truly make me happy. Traveling the world, punk tunes with power choruses, and the Atlanta Falcons with a winning record, to name a few. But above all else, nothing can brighten my mood more than a delicious Chipotle chicken burrito—and that’s why this news is so (incoming pun) difficult to digest. Chipotle is…

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REI Says “No More!” to Black Friday

Bucking the modus operandi of many of its competitors, outdoor retailer REI has announced that it will close on Black Friday and Thanksgiving—and will be paying all of its employees for both. Instead of arming its staff to the teeth to deal with over-caffeinated consumerist zombies, REI is encouraging its employees to “Opt Outside”—to enjoy their friends, family and environment…

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