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Prospect of Prison Rape Used to Deter DUIs in South Africa
A South African ad campaign intended to prevent drinking and driving has garnered the ire of human rights groups.
The ads – the idea of Brandhouse Beverages – show a group of men talking about the qualities they look for in a partner.
“I’m looking for a special person,” says ...
The ads – the idea of Brandhouse Beverages – show a group of men talking about the qualities they look for in a partner.
“I’m looking for a special person,” says ...
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