Knockouts not a hit with residents Oct 2, 2009
A lot of our locations offer patrons Coke, Diet Coke, water, or coffee, said Friday. According to its corporate Web site, the salon offers haircuts, hair coloring, manicures, pedicures, as well as hair replacement and massages at select locations. (Easton Journal, MA)
POLITICO: JOHN EDWARDS AIDE HELPED CONCEAL, FACILITATE AFFAIR -- ELIZABETH EDWARDS SUSPECTED TROUBLE...SEX TAPE? Oct 1, 2009
Young drove, and Edwards rode shotgun, silently raising his left hand whenever he wanted a Diet Coke, which Young would wordlessly supply. When Edwards and his family arrived home, Young had made sure there was fresh milk in the fridge, a neatly trimmed lawn and neatly folded dry cleaning. (The Drudge Report)
52,700-Calorie 'Super Scooby' Burger Stands 6-Inches Tall, Weighs More Than 3-Pounds » Oct 1, 2009
If your stomach is strong enough to finish the burger, which comes with a side of traditional British chips, you even get a free Diet Coke to wash it all down with. Obviously we wouldn t recommend for someone to eat this every day, Lomvardos added. (Fox News)
Coke targets Freestyle expansion Sep 30, 2009
Consumers at Pei Wei Asian Diner, for example, are drinking more varieties of Diet Coke and Dasani water than fast-food burger outlets, Farrell said. If the trend holds, Coca-Cola and Pei Wei could tweak the machine to add even more varieties of these low-calorie drinks, he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Coca-Cola targets local Hispanic market, features Mexican soccer player on outdoor ads Sep 24, 2009
In the same way, Coca-Cola is selling Diet Coke to women with a commercial featuring pop star Duffy. Coca-Cola understands marketing to consumers with celebrities they relate to. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Bruce MartinINSIDE RACING Sep 22, 2009
A Diet Coke and, of course, the second race of the Chase. During my week in Japan, my search for a Diet Coke proved fruitless because the product is not sold in that country. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Central Texas Man Arrested After Sword Fight Sep 18, 2009
Police reports indicated that his two roommates were attacked with a sword after an argument over a diet Coke can that was left on the floor of his room escalated. One of the roommates was cut under the arm and police said the sword was used to put holes in the bedroom door. (KWTX.com, TX)
True Blood season 2 finale recap: Rotten egg? Sep 16, 2009
True Blood season 2 finale recap: Rotten egg. Definitely try this place if you are a sushi. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Volleyball's Silva-Martin Named A-10 Rookie & Co-Defensive Player of the Week Sep 15, 2009
Silva-Martin has been named to consecutive all-tournament teams in each of the last two weeks following the Diet Coke Classic at the University of Minnesota on Sept. 4-5, and following last weekend's Villanova Classic. In the Colonials' 3-2 come-from-behind victory over Princeton Friday night at Villanova, Silva-Martin recorded her career-high 34 digs while serving an ace and had an assist. (Gwsports.com)
A Day With Dr. Oz Sep 12, 2009
However, with a room full of reporters, there was visible shock when folks realized there would be no Diet Coke all day long.. This was a full day's work. (Click2Houston, TX)
The Orange Attack: On location Sep 12, 2009
You -- a computer screen and a Diet Coke. Okay, that's good enough. (BeaverFootball.com)
* More than Miro Sep 12, 2009
Cheeringly, they have a large painted sign on the wall that translates, We dont have Diet Coke, we dont have Coca Cola, we dont have ketchup, and we never will. . (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Fat-cell farms in the future for stem-cells? Sep 10, 2009
That's roughly "the equivalent of a can of Diet Coke, which is 360 cc.," he said. Fat cells offer several advantages over other types of stem cells. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Top-10 Tests Await Huskies In Tampa Sep 9, 2009
SCOUTING THE GOPHERS Minnesota jumped into the Top-10 in the AVCA rankings this week after taking its own Diet Coke Classic this past weekend with wins over Auburn, George Washington, and 12th-ranked Iowa State. The Gophers swept their first two matches then held off the Cyclones, 27-25, 27-25, 26-28, 25-13 to improve to 6-1 for the season. (Pac-10.org)
FANCY FAST FOOD: Burgers and burritos get haute makeover on new food blog Sep 9, 2009
He has transformed a fried chicken from Popeyes into "Spicy Chicken Sushi," Taco Bell burritos into a tortellini dish dubbed "Tacobellini" and Domino's veggie pizza into "Dao Mi Noh Chow Mein" (reducing the Diet Coke to syrup in a wok for the "hoisin sauce"). As for the taste. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
• Hatfields and McCoys got nothing on Cokes and Pepsis Sep 9, 2009
So Coke and Diet Coke control 27 ... Think I'll listen to both sides while I nurse this corn dog and Diet Coke. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Study: Human fat yields multipurpose stem cells Sep 8, 2009
Although the average amount of fat removed for liposuction is 2 to 3 quarts, not much is required for stem cell research purposes -- less than half the volume of a can of Diet Coke, Longaker said. Health Library. (CNN)
• Plus-size model Crystal Renn fits in her own skin Sep 7, 2009
Plus-size model Crystal Renn fits in her own skin By Samantha CritchellAssociated Press writer NEW YORK - Crystal Renn was miserable as a super-thin model who had heart palpitations when she'd worry that there might be calories in Diet Coke. Her moment of epiphany came when "I couldn't walk another step without being exhausted, or having hair clumps falling out." She knew she needed to live in the body she was supposed to have - specifically a curvy size 12. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Volleyball Overmatched by No. 13 Minnesota, 3-0 Sep 6, 2009
MINNEAPOLIS, MN -- The GW Volleyball team suffered its second straight loss of the season Saturday to No. 13 Minnesota in Day 2 of the Diet Coke Classic at the University of Minnesota's Sports Pavilion in Minneapolis. The Golden Gophers prevailed by the scores, 25-17, 25-19, 25-16. (Gwsports.com)
McKinney Police Reports - McKinney Courier-Gazette Sep 5, 2009
Stolen Property: IPOD CHARGER , 12 PK DIET COKE , GLOW STICKS. Estimated Property Loss: $74. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Volleyball Suffers First Loss, 3-0, to No. 12 Iowa State Sep 5, 2009
MINNEAPOLIS, MN -- The GW Volleyball team suffered its first loss of the season Friday at the hands of No. 12 Iowa State in the Diet Coke Classic at the University of Minnesota's Sports Pavilion in Minneapolis ... The GW-ISU match was the first in the six-match Diet Coke Classic. (Gwsports.com)
Volleyball sweeps D.C. Challenge Sep 1, 2009
The Colonials will continue their season next weekend with three matches in the Minnesota Diet Coke Classic in Minneapolis, where they will meet Iowa State, Auburn and host, Minnesota. Page 1 of 1. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Volleyball Captures DC Challenge Title with 3-0 Sweep Of George Mason Aug 30, 2009
GW (3-0) next plays Iowa State in the Minnesota Diet Coke Classic on Sept. 4 in Minneapolis. Matches Sets W-L W-L George Washington, 3-0 -- 9-3 George Mason, 2-1 -- 6-5 Georgetown, 0-2 -- 4-6 American, 0-2 -- 1-6. (Gwsports.com)
Volleyball Season Gets Started Friday in DC Challenge Aug 28, 2009
GW then faces three BCS conference teams when it competes in the Diet Coke Classic at Minnesota Sept. 4-5. The Colonials play Iowa State and Auburn in addition to the host Golden Gophers in Minneapolis. (Gwsports.com)
- Life Out Here: Kicking serious aspartame 0 Aug 26, 2009
There have been days when I ve guzzled an entire two-liter Diet Coke bottle, and some. There have been days when I would have done almost anything for a sweet shot of aspartame. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Top Chef Vegas Episode 1 Recap! Aug 21, 2009
Oh no, there's an ad for diet Coke with Tom Colicchio. Oh that was embarrassing. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Rell: Democratic Optimism "Very Premature"; Talks Turn Sour Aug 20, 2009
Awwww, gonna cry in my Diet Coke. I hope Donovans $168k new pr guy doesn't get a bonus for his handling of this. (FOX61, CT)
Bears Set for Blue and Gold Scrimmage Aug 19, 2009
Cal will also meet No. 10 Cal Poly and No. 16 Minnesota in the Diet Coke Classic Volleyball Tournament in Minneapolis, Minn. Sept. 12-14. (Calbears.com)
Nick Nichols: Twinkie tax might be the answer Aug 18, 2009
Feel free to put down your jelly doughnut and large Diet Coke, and I ll tell you how this works. The solution is to pay for part of the cost of health care with all of the consumer items that contribute to our health care problems. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Smith: I'll say tomato about any time Aug 15, 2009
A robust red tomato, white-wheat bread, mayonnaise, and a cold Diet Coke ... A robust red tomato, white-wheat bread, mayonnaise, and a cold Diet Coke. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Return to the nest a blessing Aug 13, 2009
In my house, we enjoy HBO, DVR, a fridge stocked with beer and Diet Coke, a laundry room, showers with perfect water pressure, a top-of-the-line grill and well-furnished deck, a tuned piano, free parking and wireless Internet -- not to mention parents who help us out when we have car trouble, computer issues and cooking needs. We are far better taken care of than our friends on their own. (Albany Times Union)
Fat camp offers youngsters chance to feel normal Aug 12, 2009
After the walk, Campbell has breakfast (French toast with sugar-free syrup, vanilla yogurt, a banana and Diet Coke) and then joins a group going on a three-hour bike ride. Ronen Ostro, at 18 the oldest camper here, is among those opting for a marathon of other activities instead of biking. (Florida Times-Union)
Keeping hold of 1969s magic Aug 9, 2009
If we had to go to the refrigerator to get a Diet Coke with cyclamates, we went during the weather. No one cared about the weather unless they were going to Woodstock, which was outside and of course it poured for a whole day, causing a half million people to take several tons of mud with them when they left. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Smith: Vive la French hospitals, nurses Aug 8, 2009
The next afternoon when I was about to be released, another pretty nurse said, "Is there anything we can do for you?" I asked for a "Coke Light," their term for Diet Coke. She said, "We don't have it." "Juice," was my next request. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Distillery possibly in our future Aug 7, 2009
Combine that with fries and a diet Coke, err. Monster Energy drink, and you've got your calories covered for a few days. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Funny in 140 Aug 7, 2009
The social networking Web site and Schmitt's sense of humor mixed like Mentos and Diet Coke, and the man has since been spraying the Internet with 140-character bursts of funny. On Palm Sunday he wrote: "Yes, I rode to church on a donkey this morning. It's no big deal --- my car was in the shop. Why is everyone making a fuss?". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Fort Meade Site Marks 30 Years Of Fellowship Dining With Luau (44) Aug 6, 2009
This year, participants feasted on baked chicken, baked beans, coleslaw, potato salad, rolls, and watermelon, whild drinking sweet and unsweet tea, coke and diet coke. Usually lunches are more nutritious. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Charlie Rutman joins Indoor Direct board Aug 1, 2009
During his career, Rutman has been involved in marketing campaigns for the , Hyundai Automotive, Wendy s, Sprite, Diet Coke and Coke Classic. He arrives at Indoor Direct s board several months after the company announced a $22. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Media Industry Leader Charlie Rutman Joins Board of Indoor Direct Aug 1, 2009
During his career, he has been involved with several high-profile and influential advertising and marketing campaigns, such as the rise of Miller Brewing Company, the introduction of Hyundai Automotive, the "Dave Thomas" campaign for Wendy's and the re-positioning of Sprite, Diet Coke and Coke Classic. "We are thrilled to have someone of Charlie's stature, experience and knowledge join our board to help guide indoorDIRECT on its dynamic growth trajectory," said Fred Margolin, CEO of... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Zucchini Races Tuesday Jul 31, 2009
"Oh, I guess I hit a button twice." It ended up at about 30 including a canned diet Coke. All the best retail food names were there, including two Framani salumi for sale along with Taylor Maid coffee and Cowgirl Creamery crackers. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
If you take a smoke break during or after your workout, it doesn't count - and yes I have seen it many times.... Jul 30, 2009
If you bring a diet coke to the gym, it doesn't count. Score: -24. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
'Funny People' Jul 27, 2009
" Besides, the 41-year-old godfather of shlub cinema who, like Hitchcock before him, has spawned an adjective Apatowian to describe his brand of guys-gone-wild gut busters, rarely played it safe while climbing to the top of the humor heap. As a nebbishy Long Island teen, Apatow doggedly pursued notable comedians like Jerry Seinfeld and Jay Leno to do interviews for his rinky-dink high school radio station. As a fledgling stand-up in L.A., he regularly braved audience indifference before... (USA Today)
Honduras's Zelaya Retrenches in Nicaragua, Plans His Return Across Border Jul 25, 2009
As the sun set yesterday in Nicaragua, Zelaya sat in a white Jeep Wrangler in sight of Honduras, with pant cuffs muddied and his cowboy hat off, drinking a Diet Coke. He told supporters that they should line up tomorrow to push again for his return. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
The Neverland drug case that never was Jul 24, 2009
Much was made of Jackson's possession of pornography and girlie magazines, and even his alcohol use came into evidence: the King of Pop filled Diet Coke cans with liquor to hide his drinking from his children. But as authorities were building a case against Jackson in 2003 and 2004, one aspect of his unusual life didn't come into play: his prescription drug use. (MSNBC -- News)
Coca-Cola Unleashes Interactive Soda Fountain Jul 23, 2009
Utilizing a touchscreen developed by Bsquare, users can select any Coca-Cola product Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Powerade, etc. and then add flavors like grape, cherry and lemon. (KIRO TV, WA)
DIET SODA DIATRIBE Jul 22, 2009
Lydon says aspartame, the sweetener used in Diet Coke and Diet Pepsi among many others, has been linked to headaches, hypertension and eye damage. One of aspartame's components, wood alcohol, converts to formaldehyde -- something you don't want to be drinking. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
CHELSEA CLINTON NOT GETTING MARRIED... Jul 20, 2009
So between the Old Mill Inn's rib-eye and cheesecake (John Coale doesn't dine lightly), his wife rang to say: "Hillary and I are so exhausted. We're sitting at the Taj in Mumbai ordering Diet Coke and coffee -- not mixing it together -- just to keep awake." I was wildly thrilled with what Greta's drinking, but what I needed to know was what's Hillary saying. Two text messages and cellphone calls later came: "Hillary says Chelsea is not marrying Marc, no matter what's been reported.". (New York Post -- Gossip)
Krystal to offer energy drinks Jul 18, 2009
We had several flavors mixed with Coke and Diet Coke that delivered a very good taste. Inside AJC.COM. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Women's mags perpetuate stereotypes Jul 17, 2009
I have read articles that reported on, and seemed to approve of, a diet of Diet Coke and tootsie pops. A passionate career or news literacy is apparently a bonus -- but only because they provide good conversation. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Jesus ate with sinners, so yes, he would shop at Walmart. Stop Judging.... Jul 16, 2009
Just bring me my Diet Coke and pretzels. Score: 4. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Potter' works its magic again Jul 15, 2009
No need to spike the Diet Coke with Felix Felicis, the formal name of liquid luck. "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" has all the ingredients for a perfect potion: A source book many consider their favorite, a successful franchise, a cast of old friends, the felicitous addition of actor Jim Broadbent, a proper dose of humor, budding romances and black-hearted betrayal. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Michel OuelletteJuly 30, 1955 - June 30, 2009 Jul 15, 2009
He had a sweet tooth and he loved chocolate, milkshakes and Diet Coke. Michel was a fervent traveler, particularly in the Caribbean, and with his curiosity, sense of humor, kindness and compassion, he endeared himself to everyone he met. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Volleyball To Christen Newly-Renovated Smith Center in '09 Jul 14, 2009
Current ConditionsIn Washington, DC. M/CLEAR Temp: 70 Wind: 9 N. (Gwsports.com)
Antibias law sought for transgender people Jul 14, 2009
Sipping a Diet Coke at her Cambridge condo on a recent morning, Zircher acknowledges that she is an exception: gainfully employed, good family ties, no violence directed against her. I m a success story, but I am a minority, she said. (Boston Globe)
Worst yet to come: White House economic advisor... Jul 12, 2009
As he flips open a plastic box of Caesar salad with grilled chicken and unscrews the cap of a bottle of Diet Coke, Summers makes small talk his sons killer swing on the golf course, his own weekend tennis plans ... 55Diet Coke, from Summers fridgeBlueberry cookies, complimentary. (The Drudge Report)
Newsweek: Bruno most depressing film of year Jul 10, 2009
Sure, you'll laugh so hard you might squirt Diet Coke out of your nose ... Cohen almost dares you to stop for a Diet Coke at the concession stand, because you're likely to squirt soda right out of your nose laughing. (MSNBC -- Movies)
The Coca-Cola Co. Jul 9, 2009
Beverages include: Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dasani, Powerade, Minute Maid juices. Coca-Cola Enterprises2500 Windy Ridge Parkway, Suite 900Atlanta, Ga. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Discover Mediaworks hires new president Jul 9, 2009
His resume includes the management of multimillion dollar accounts for Procter & Gamble and Diet Coke. Chung will oversee the company s growth into new media properties, integrated communications, interactive marketing and high-definition video products, according to Mark Rose, Discover Mediaworks chief executive officer. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Smoke alarm at fatal fire scene had no battery Jul 7, 2009
They used pitchforks and shovels to toss trash, including empty plastic Diet Coke bottles, rum bottles and Tostitos bags, out of an upper window. The trash fell in a giant heap below. (The Herald-Mail Online)
All for the love of kids: Merchlewitz named Teacher of the Year Jul 5, 2009
The long and early hours can be draining, but he keeps his energy up with a steady diet of M7;s and Diet Coke, Merchlewitz said. So do his students, co-workers and Winona residents. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Retiring from Dist. 25 (101) Jul 5, 2009
It holds my Diet Coke ... Diet Coke, pickles, butter, jam, and that's about it. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Some still slow to make the move to Fast Lane Jun 29, 2009
50 for a Diet Coke with the credit card of their choice. The survey LeBovidge conducted found that the biggest hurdle to signing up more people used to be cost, accounting for about 75 percent of the abstainers. (Boston Globe)
Coca-Cola Asks African American Teens: "Do You Speak Coke?" with TV Spot Debuting on the "BET Awards '09" This Sunday, June 28 Jun 27, 2009
Along with Coca-Cola, recognized as the worlds most valuable brand, the Companys portfolio includes 12 other billion dollar brands, including Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Coca-Cola Zero, vitaminwater, POWERADE, Minute Maid and Georgia Coffee. Globally, we are the No. 1 provider of sparkling beverages, juices and juice drinks and ready-to-drink teas and coffees. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'True Blood' Vs. 'Twilight': Fans Weigh In On The Vamp-Off Jun 26, 2009
"He's the Slim-Fast, Diet Coke of vampires.". Of course, Moyer's probably a little biased, so MTV News decided to get "True Blood" and "Twilight" fans to weigh in on the ever escalating vamp-off. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Aussie adman lured back to get Mojo's working again Jun 25, 2009
Last year Mojo picked up a brief from Coca-Cola headquarters in Atlanta to develop work for its Diet Coke brand to be used around the world. Formed by the Alan "Mo" Morris and Allan "Jo" Johnston, Mojo was one of the great names of Australian advertising in the 1980s when it created such memorable ad campaigns as `I feel like a Toohey's' and Qantas's `I Still Call Australia Home' line. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
