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TBWA creates “Obama stomache ache ad” in Philippines – Domperodone Motilium spot by TBWA SMP uses a lookalike to protray the president getting indigestion while visiting the premier of the Philippines for lunch. [Source: Ad Age]

Levy voted more likable than Roth, Sorrell or Wren — O’Dwyer’s poll asked readers who they’d like to share a cup of tea with. Publicis chief Maurice Levy beat out the other network heads. [Source: O'Dwyer's PR]

Vertis Communications lays off 91 — Print and DM shop to close due to merger with American Color Graphics. Layoffs there bring the BNET ad agency layoff counter to 6,231. [Source: San Antonio Express-News]

M&C Saatchi sets anti-binge drinking assignment for UK students — amusing results ensue. [Source: Some girl's blog]

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