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Why Coke is defending sweeteners in an ad campaign

Aug 14, 2013
Faced with declining diet soda sales, Coca-Cola launches campaign to defend the safety of artificial sweetener.

Caught in the cross fire? Coca-Cola accused of illegal mapping in China

Mar 13, 2013
The government of the Yunnan province in Western China is going after Coca-Cola. Officials say the company has been illegally mapping the province with GPS devices.

The not-so-simple pleasure of orange juice

Feb 5, 2013
At Coca-Cola, there's no such thing as a simple glass of orange juice.

Coke fights a new consumer battle: Obesity

Jan 15, 2013
Sugared drinks are under attack for contributing to obesity, especially among children. Coke's new campaign acknowledges the concern.

Soda companies to post calories at vending machines

Oct 8, 2012
Coca-Cola, Dr. Pepper and Pepsi will roll out special vending machines next year.

IOC head questions McDonald's, Coke sponsorship

Jul 9, 2012
International Olympic Committee president Jacque Rogge is in a sticky spot. Asked whether he sees any problem with having McDonald's and Coke sponsor the world's biggest exposition of physical fitness, he admitted there could be issues with it.

Coca-Cola to enter Myanmar

Jun 15, 2012
Coca-Cola is trying to get one step closer to buying the whole world a coke. This morning the company announced plans to re-enter Myanmar for the first time in more than 60 years.

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Grand Canyon announces ban on bottled water

Feb 8, 2012
Waste concerns lead to a ban on bottled water at the national park despite fears that Coca-Cola, a big parks sponsor, would react badly.

Best-Ever Super Bowl Ads: Diet Coke 3-D

Jan 26, 2011
I was 12 -- and remember making sure to have my glasses ready...sat in anticipation during the entire game...just waiting. Take a look at it here....

Coke has high hopes for Freestyle machines

May 10, 2010
Coca-Cola is counting on new high-tech soda fountains to boost soft-drink sales. The new fountains deliver 104 different flavors to users....