‘Wicked’ and the Merchandising Juggernaut That Eclipses ‘Barbie’

The new movie’s tie-ins are the logical endpoint for a Broadway show that always intended to be huge.

Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday

How 'CoComelon' became a mass media juggernaut for preschoolers

The brightly colored "CoComelon" cartoons have become must-watch videos for babies and toddlers. But they've also raised questions about what kids should be viewing.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 13

News Influencers Have Eclipsed Traditional Media

More and more Americans are getting their news from influencers on the internet.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Mace sells merchandise off transgender bathroom bill

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) is using publicity from her legislation to prevent transgender women from using women's restroom facilities in federal buildings to sell merchandise to her followers on the ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Derrick Henry eclipses 100 career rushing TDs in a rout of the Broncos

Derrick Henry is the 10th back to score 100 rushing TDs in his career. He'll likely break into the top five before he finishes.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 3

Mattel CEO: Barbie film was about breaking convention, not ‘selling more toys’

After the success of ‘Barbie’, Ynon Kreiz plans to turn the company’s toy brands into a ‘playground’ for filmmakers

Business - Financial Times - November 4

Barbie releases Rita Moreno doll to honor the legendary actress and trailblazer

Mattel has released a new Barbie doll in honor of Rita Moreno's upcoming 93rd birthday.

'Chama': Roman Reigns, Alex Pereira meet at WWE SmackDown, exchange merchandise

Pereira sat ringside for SmackDown with friends and family and spent time backstage, posing with WWE titles and meeting Paul "Triple H" Levesque.

Sports - ESPN - November 9

The U.S. Air Force Strategy That Flexport Uses to Move Billions in Merchandise

Ryan Petersen’s Flexport technology moved $32 billion worth of merchandise in 2023 alone.

Business - Inc. - November 13

Apple's services unit is now a $100 billion a year juggernaut after 'phenomenal' growth

Apple's services business has become a critical part of the company's appeal to Wall Street over the past decade.

Business - CNBC - November 1

This Barbie's a new mom: Margot Robbie reportedly welcomes first baby with Tom Ackerley

'Barbie' star Margot Robbie and film producer husband Tom Ackerley, a rather private couple, are first-time parents after reportedly welcoming a baby boy.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 4

S&P 500 eclipses 6,000 and Dow surpasses 44,000. Here’s why stocks could keep climbing.

Stocks scored milestones on Monday, pushed higher by optimism about Donald Trump’s second term as president and by last week’s interest-rate cut by the Federal Reserve.

Business - MarketWatch - November 11

Anthony Davis' revitalized 3-point stroke has helped turn streaking Lakers into offensive juggernaut

Davis has made multiple 3s in five consecutive games, all Lakers wins

Sports - CBS Sports - November 17

How ‘Wicked’ the movie compares to ‘Wicked’ the musical

The beloved story of “Wicked” has just made its debut on the big screen, and fans of the onstage musical might notice some changes.

Trump has made millions hawking merchandise. Now he could face conflicts of interest

Donald Trump is seeking to cash in on his election win by selling new merchandise like Trump Boots and Trump Coins, but experts say there could be conflicts of interest.

Walmart pulls back on DEI efforts, removes some LGBTQ merchandise from website

The big-box retailer, the nation's largest, joins a growing list of companies feeling the heat from conservative activists.

Business - CNBC - 22 hours ago

Walmart pulls back on DEI efforts, removes some LGBTQ merchandise from website

Walmart on Monday confirmed that it’s ending some of its diversity initiatives, removing some LGBTQ-related merchandise from its website and winding down a nonprofit that funded programs for ...

‘Wicked’ Revels in the Glory of Female Frenemies

“Wicked” revels in the power of female frenemies.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Behind the ‘Holding Space’ Interview for ‘Wicked’

When a journalist asked the actress Cynthia Erivo about fans “holding space” for the movie’s signature song, a meme was born.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - Yesterday

A ‘Wicked’ Tearful Talk With Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

The stars of the new movie reflect on their long ride together, getting through Covid and the actors’ strike, and avoiding “playing to the green.”

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

‘Wicked’ takes over retail ahead of theatrical debut

“Barbie” painted the town pink in 2023, and now “Wicked” is upping the ante by adding a splash of green.

Mattel 'deeply regrets' porn site misprint on Wicked dolls

Recently-released dolls tied to the new Wicked movie inadvertently carry the address of an adult website.

London becomes Emerald City for Wicked premiere

Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and Jeff Goldbum were among those to brave the rainy weather for the premiere.

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