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The Companies Behind the Hottest Holiday Toys of 2024

From an AI teddy bear to a doll inside a magic mirror, these are some of the most sought after toys for the holidays.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

See the newest inductees into the National Toy Hall of Fame

The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, New York, is inducting three new toys into The National Toy Hall of Fame. See which three of the 12 finalists made the cut!

‘Adults buying kids' toys to escape global turmoil’

Retailers are increasingly targeting the "kidult" market as family finances are squeezed.

Pokemon Gets Denied Entry To Toy Hall Of Fame

Nearly three decades ago, Pokemon debuted in Japan and spawned a best-selling video game franchise that continues to this day. The Pokemania phenomenon has since grown to include multiple anime ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 13

New Super7 Godzilla Minus One Collectible Toy Roars To Life

It's the 70th anniversary of Godzilla this week, and to celebrate, Super7 has revealed its new Godzilla Minus One collectible figure. This highly detailed and articulated figure is designed to be ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 1

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

Best Gaming, Tech, And Toy Deals In Walmart's Early Black Friday Sale

Walmart’s first Black Friday Sale is now live, with hundreds of items now available for some of the best prices of the year. Despite the fact that we’re still technically weeks away from the ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 11

Mattel Apologizes for Porn Site Misprint on 'Wicked' Toy Packaging

The company didn’t disclose how many toys were affected or if it was recalling any products.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 11

My Little Pony, Transformers, Phase 10, inducted into Toy Hall of Fame

The National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, New York, has enshrined a new class of honorees.

‘Fart blaster’ tops Christmas toy wishlist as experts predict record sales

Despicable Me 4 tie-in smells more like popcorn while a waddling duck and an interactive pet monkey also feature. A “fart blaster” with a repertoire of 15 sounds that blasts “fog fart rings” and a ...

World - The Guardian - November 13

Toy Hall of Fame Welcomes My Little Pony, Transformers and Other Icons

Bronies can rejoice after years of failed bids. The list of inductees also includes Apples to Apples, ‘Choose Your Own Adventure’ gamebooks, Hess Toy Trucks, and the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

Business - Inc. - November 13

How the SUP went from novelty beach toy to adventurers’ best friend

Taking part in a Scottish paddleboard marathon, Simon Usborne reflects on the sport’s unlikely evolution

World - Financial Times - November 14

German toy and games sector hopes for seasonal upswing amid slowdown

World - Yahoo News - 6 days ago

UK sales of seasonal pet treats, toys and food rocketing

Sales of Christmas pet lines up 964% year-on-year at Waitrose online as people spend more on pet care. Unlike buying a present for a fussy father-in-law or an awkward aunt, a dog won’t complain if ...

World - The Guardian - 7 hours ago

The best holiday gifts under $50

You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to find a great holiday gift. We rounded up tons of gifts under $50 from Patagonia, Parachute, Brightland and more.

The HTSI holiday gift guide 2024

What’s on the HTSI editors’ and contributors’ Christmas lists? We’ve got it covered

Business - Financial Times - November 8

Putting Some Sparkle Into Holiday Hair

Do-it-yourself kits and salon gift certificates are available to create what many call fairy hair.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 12

How to stay healthy during the holidays

Dr. Jon LaPook shares essential tips to help you stay healthy through the holiday season.

Lacey Chabert on new holiday films

The "Queen of Hallmark Christmas" Lacey Chabert joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss her new holiday film "Hot Frosty" and "The Christmas Quest," which is her 15th Hallmark Christmas film.

Cyberattack risk during the holiday season

The holidays are often called the season of giving, but for cybercriminals, it's the season of hacking. This year, corporate giants have suffered paralyzing cyberattacks, and a new study found that ...

Rich people are dominating holiday travel

Most hotel guests this holiday season will be people making six-figure incomes, a recent Deloitte survey found.

How Amazon Sellers Can Boost Their Holiday Sales

Cyber Week should be brands’ top priority this holiday season. These strategies can help.

Business - Inc. - October 28

At your service: the holiday homes with a significant difference

Second residences with the perks and services of a hotel and members’ club is thriving sector — with buyers paying a premium for ‘lifestyle per square foot’

World - Financial Times - October 30

Apple cautious on holiday outlook as it starts AI rollout

Shares fall despite solid earnings as analysts weigh impact of new ‘Apple Intelligence’ features

Business - Financial Times - November 1

Retailers Stock Supersize TVs Ahead of Holiday Season

In Q4, giant TV sales see a marked holiday boom.

Business - Inc. - November 4

Center Parcs plans first Scottish holiday village

The project, near Hawick, promises an investment of £350m and could create 1,200 jobs.

These Budget-Friendly Arcade Cabinets Are Perfect Holiday Gifts

Everybody loves arcade cabinets, but many people simply don’t have space in their home--or cash in their wallet--to dedicate to a full-size machine. If that’s the case, it’s worth checking out the ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 5

Man escorted off plane in Turkey later found dead

Ben Crook fought with his partner on their journey to Turkey before going missing, an inquest hears.

Bolt drivers win right to holiday and minimum wage

Thousands of drivers on ride-hailing and food delivery app Bolt have won a legal claim to be classed as workers.

Luminous Watches Light Up the Holiday Scene

IWC and Panerai are just a couple of the brands that have presented glow-in-the-dark timepieces this year.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 12

5 Great Ways to Stand Out This Holiday Season

A couple of simple steps to having a great holiday selling season.

Business - Inc. - November 13

3 Holiday Shopping Trends to Improve Customer Experience

Prepare your customer service team for the holiday rush with these insights.

Business - Inc. - November 15

Travel expert on holiday tips to save time and money

Having visited more than 250 cities in 62 countries, Emmy-winning host Samantha Brown shares her top strategies to make holiday travel smoother and more affordable.

Is gold still worth buying this holiday season?

With the price of gold high, some buyers may be considering skipping it this holiday season. Here's what to consider.

Will Spirit Airlines bankruptcy disrupt holiday travel?

The Spirit Airlines bankruptcy news may not affect holiday travel but could limit some service options in the future due to cost-cutting measures. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady ...

'Holiday lets are pricing us out of homes'

Dee Goddard says her family is at the point of "giving up" living in the Derbyshire Dales.

In the race for holiday shoppers' dollars, Amazon is setting the pace

Rival retailers tend to follow Amazon whenever it launches online discounts. But landing on deals is increasingly a game of luck, as many appear unannounced.

Walmart Stock Rises on Strong Earnings Ahead of Holiday Shopping Season

The bellwether retailer reported higher-than-expected sales in its latest quarter and upgraded its forecast for the rest of the year.

Business - The New York Times - November 19

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