John Oliver
Coverage of John Oliver in the Nexus archive.
- Buc-ee’s chain draws outcry in Ohio for launching fight over a mini mart's beaver logo
Buc-ee’s launched a trademark infringement lawsuit against Beaver’s Mini Mart in Ohio, alleging that the mini mart's beaver logo resembles Buc-ee's branded beaver logo. The move has triggered backlash and boycotts from local supporters, prompting the city of Beavercreek to make the beaver an official part of its history. John Oliver also addressed Buc-ee’s aggressive history of targeting woodland creature logos in his program.
- Buc-ee’s chain draws outcry in Ohio for launching fight over a mini mart's beaver logo
The convenience store chain Buc-ee’s is facing a backlash in Ohio for filing a trademark infringement lawsuit against Beaver’s Mini Mart, citing similarity in their respective beaver logos. Supporters of the mini mart have reacted by boycoting Buc-ee's and promoting awareness of the legal dispute. The dispute highlights a wider pattern of aggressive trademark lawsuits used by Buc-ee's.
- Buc-ee's sues another small business over logo after John Oliver segment
Buc-ee's has sued another small business over a logo, following a John Oliver segment. The dispute is referred to as a 'battle of the beavers,' likely relating to the logo design.
- John Oliver renews his show for another year despite whining he is in 'total denial' about network's possible takeover by MAGA-friendly boss
John Oliver has renewed his show for another year despite expressing 'total denial' about the network's possible takeover by a MAGA-friendly boss.
- John Oliver on New College’s Maga takeover: ‘More about political posturing than students’ lives’
John Oliver highlighted how Florida's New College has been influenced by conservative state governor Ron DeSantis and allies, shifting from its inclusive academic focus to a rightwing agenda. The college previously promoted its unique academic program and inclusive community.
- The most exciting laptop I’ve seen in forever
The author highlights excitement about a new laptop and discusses recent activities, including reading about NASA seamstresses, listening to a Daft Punk podcast, and exploring a new browser. The article also mentions cultural and technological interests.
- Last Week Tonight‘s John Oliver says he won‘t placate prediction markets users
John Oliver of HBO's Last Week Tonight discussed prediction market platforms, focusing on regulation, legal frameworks, and concerns about market manipulation. He emphasized his refusal to appease users of these platforms.