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• Groupon Super Bowl ad: Reputation ruined or opportunity for success?
  Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:15:00 EDT
  Coupon website giant should counter unfavorable press by asking those offended by the ad to help create a more effective one, says one PR expert.
• 'The Columbus Dispatch' tells YouTube to remove video of homeless man with the golden voice
  Fri, 07 Jan 2011 18:36:00 EDT
  Public relations plus turns into a PR nightmare for the newspaper that just days earlier received kudos for its coverage.
• PR problem for Apple iPhone following alarm glitch?
  Mon, 03 Jan 2011 01:22:00 EDT
  It's the second very public setback and glitch for the Apple iPhone in just a few months.
• Miley Cyrus bong video circulates on the web--PR crisis?
  Fri, 10 Dec 2010 12:30:00 EDT
  The bong video was taken at a party celebrating Miley Cyrus turning 18. It is reportedly not marijuana.
• Success for Bristol Palin on 'Dancing with the Stars,' how much is mom a factor?
  Wed, 17 Nov 2010 08:29:00 EDT
  Is the popularity of Sarah Palin rubbing off on her daughter? If so, what does it mean for 2012?
• Sarah Palin reality show: Will it hurt or help her political career
  Sun, 14 Nov 2010 08:04:00 EDT
  Will exposure on a new reality show be a negative for Palin or get her more votes if she runs for president in 2012?
• Demi Lovato rehab: Should it be a wakeup call to Disney Channel?
  Tue, 02 Nov 2010 16:16:00 EDT
  Demi Lovato is just one of several big name young talents on the popular cable network.
• 'Marie Claire' blog post about obese characters on TV causes a plus-sized backlash
  Fri, 29 Oct 2010 13:05:00 EDT
  Writer Maura Kelly apologizes for her anti-obesity comments, but PR expert says the damage may already be done.
• PR crisis management expert salutes Denise Richards and her 'high road' approach to Charlie Sheen setback
  Wed, 27 Oct 2010 14:19:00 EDT
  Denise Richards has not always had kind words about Charlie Sheen, but this time she's saying the right things, says PR expert.
• PR expert: Mel Gibson posturing that he's 'furious' over being fired from 'The Hangover 2' will further damage his reputation
  Mon, 25 Oct 2010 09:43:00 EDT
  Mel Gibson is reportedly 'angry' and confused over losing the role.
• MySpace privacy problems: Turns out Facebook competitor shares function, privacy problems
  Sun, 24 Oct 2010 10:10:00 EDT
  MySpace privacy problems come under scrutiny because, like Facebook, the social networking site shares personal information with advertisers. And there's more.
• Juan Williams fired, Rick Sanchez fired: National Public Radio (NPR) and CNN face public backlash for respective actions
  Fri, 22 Oct 2010 09:44:00 EDT
  Is there a public relations crisis developing for NPR or CNN. Or both? PR expert says yes.
• Racy 'Glee' photo shoot on 'GQ' cover slammed by Parents Television Council
  Thu, 21 Oct 2010 09:59:00 EDT
  Watchdog group says 'Glee' photo shoot is provocative and crosses the line for young fans.
• Graco recalls two million strollers because of entrapment and strangulation risk
  Wed, 20 Oct 2010 10:20:00 EDT
  Reports say there are at least four infant strangulation deaths linked to the strollers.
• Brett Favre pictures scandal puts legacy of legend on the line, says PR crisis management expert
  Sun, 17 Oct 2010 09:35:00 EDT
  Public relations expert says Brett Favre needs to put the pictures scandal to bed.