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Oscar Pistorius Nike Ad: "Bullet in the Chamber" Takes on Chilling New Meaning

Oscar Pistorius’ Nike ad during the 2012 London Olympics – part of the athletic giant’s “Weapon” series – declared the sprinter a “bullet in the chamber.” Given the stunning events of this morning, when Pistorius was arrested for murder in South Africa, those words have taken on a chilling new meaning. Early Thursday, South African police arrested the double amputee and Olympic inspiration for the shooting death of his model girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp . Initial reports indicated that the death was an accident, but police have refrained from definitive statements on the crime; he is due in court tomorrow. Oscar Pistorius’ Nike ad, obviously now in bad taste given the situation, has been pulled by the company. But it begs the broader question in general: Are weaponry and violence too serious to employ metaphorically – and so casually – in sports marketing? Is athletic competition really akin to war? Watch the ad below and see if you think it’s inappropriate, not just in light of Pistorius alleged slaying of Reeva Steenkamp, but as a general idea: Oscar Pistorius Nike “Weapon” Ad

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Oscar Pistorius Nike Ad: "Bullet in the Chamber" Takes on Chilling New Meaning

Oscar Pistorius Nike Ad: "Bullet in the Chamber" Takes on Chilling New Meaning

Oscar Pistorius’ Nike ad during the 2012 London Olympics – part of the athletic giant’s “Weapon” series – declared the sprinter a “bullet in the chamber.” Given the stunning events of this morning, when Pistorius was arrested for murder in South Africa, those words have taken on a chilling new meaning. Early Thursday, South African police arrested the double amputee and Olympic inspiration for the shooting death of his model girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp . Initial reports indicated that the death was an accident, but police have refrained from definitive statements on the crime; he is due in court tomorrow. Oscar Pistorius’ Nike ad, obviously now in bad taste given the situation, has been pulled by the company. But it begs the broader question in general: Are weaponry and violence too serious to employ metaphorically – and so casually – in sports marketing? Is athletic competition really akin to war? Watch the ad below and see if you think it’s inappropriate, not just in light of Pistorius alleged slaying of Reeva Steenkamp, but as a general idea: Oscar Pistorius Nike “Weapon” Ad

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Oscar Pistorius Nike Ad: "Bullet in the Chamber" Takes on Chilling New Meaning

Jim Jones Arrested; Rapper Gets Belligerent With Police

Jim Jones has been arrested after the rapper allegedly become belligerent with police in Fair Lawn, N.J., where he resides, according to news reports. Jones was apparently charged with disorderly conduct and hindering apprehension. Police were questioning Jim Jones about a ticketed vehicle they were trying to tow. He agreed to pay the fee but allegedly became upset when questioned about prior warrants for failing to shovel a sidewalk and failing to yield to an emergency vehicle. He posted bail on the warrants and has a February 27 court date. The 37-year-old hip-hop artist is a member of the Diplomats. The New York-based rap crew has been around for years, and Jim Jones’ hit song “We Fly High” was actually one of 2007’s top-selling tracks.

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