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Toys aren't just child's play. Mattel, Lego and others find 'kidults' bring in big business
Mattel, Lego and other toy companies are targeting a growing number of adults who are buying toys for themselves.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 17 -
They made 36 million Corn Poppers. Here's how they pick the right ones for the Toy Hall of Fame
Before the National Toy Hall of Fame inducts a new class each fall, curators at the upstate New York attraction have to figure out how to showcase the honoreesEntertainment - ABC News - October 23 -
Toxic slime and other dangerous toys sold online in Europe
Toy Industries of Europe finds that many products on marketplaces in the ‘kids’ category are unsafeWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
This $600 Buzz Lightyear Is The Closest Thing To Real-Life Toy Story
Toy manufacturer Robosen Robotics has announced its next collectible figure, and similar to its line of Transformers, this new toy combines an impressive number of high-tech features with a ...Tech - GameSpot - October 18 -
Former Funko CEO Is Ready For His Next Big Toy Story With Thrilljoy
Over the past decade, Funko has become synonymous with the toy collection scene. In addition to its ever-growing line of Pop vinyl figurines, Funko has clothing, plus, pins, and even other ...Tech - GameSpot - October 23 -
Mattel Braces for Flat Toy Sales Ahead of Holiday Season
Mattel, the company behind Barbie doesn’t anticipate a high holiday sales season this year.Business - Inc. - October 23 -
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 filmmakersBusiness - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
‘It was to make bank managers less uptight’: the toy that put Newton’s law on executive desks
The eccentric British design firm behind Ballrace, the bestselling shiny 1970s Newton’s cradle, is celebrated in a new book. Sir Isaac Newton was a genius of science, but for many Britons of a ...World - The Guardian - October 20 -
Barbie boom fades at Mattel, but Hot Wheels — and adult collectors — are on an upswing
Mattel Inc. reported mixed third-quarter results, as a drop in demand for Barbie toys weighed on sales overall — but management said it expects a solid holiday season ahead and a toy-centric film ...Business - MarketWatch - October 24 -
Playing Favorites
The foods and music and culture that move us most might not be very good, but that doesn’t diminish their power to comfort and delight.World - The New York Times - 6 hours ago -
Costas retires as longtime MLB play-by-play voice
After 42 seasons, Bob Costas is retiring from baseball play-by-play. Costas had done games the past couple seasons for MLB Network and TBS Sports.Sports - ESPN - November 1 -
America Is Playing With Fire
It’s both frightening and disturbing to think that American voters could once again make someone as unhinged and unbridled as Donald Trump the president.Top stories - The New York Times - October 23 -
Democrats Play the Blame Game
Also, another interest rate cut. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Play unveils Build Play development platform for Web3 games
Play, formerly known as ReadyGG, has launched the Build Play development platform to expand access to Web3 technologies for gaming.Tech - VentureBeat - October 16 -
Bob Costas retiring from baseball play-by-play after 42 years
After 42 seasons, Bob Costas is retiring from baseball play-by-playSports - ABC News - November 1 -
Bob Costas retiring from baseball play-by-play after 42 years
After 42 seasons, Bob Costas is retiring from baseball play-by-playEntertainment - ABC News - November 1 -
How the IVF issue is playing with voters
Access to fertility treatments came to the political forefront earlier this year when the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos were considered children. As a result, in vitro ...Top stories - CBS News - October 18 -
Commanders' Robinson, Lattimore won't play
New Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore and starting running back Brian Robinson Jr. have been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Steelers.Sports - ESPN - 15 hours ago -
Rafael Nadal just really loved playing tennis
22-time Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal told 60 Minutes in 2019: "When I retire, I think fortunately there are many things in my life that will make me happy."Top stories - CBS News - October 13 -
Fins' McDaniel expects Tua to play again in 2024
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said he expects quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to play again this season, although he didn't have an exact date for his return.Sports - ESPN - October 14 -
Your Call: Are trick plays acceptable in a blowout?
While in the process of completely dismantling the Dallas Cowboys, the Detroit Lions threw in a little trickeration. Is that poor sportsmanship?Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 14 -
Buffs expect Heisman contender Hunter to play
Heisman Trophy contender Travis Hunter, who suffered a shoulder injury in Saturday's loss, is expected to play in Colorado's game against Arizona on Saturday.Sports - ESPN - October 15 -
Jackets raise Gaudreau banner on 'emotional night'
Emotions ran high in Columbus on Tuesday night, when the Blue Jackets paid tribute to Johnny Gaudreau and his late brother, Matthew, at their home opener against the Panthers.Sports - ESPN - October 15 -
Jets expect Adams to play Sunday vs. Steelers
Davante Adams will likely make his debut for the Jets on Sunday night at Pittsburgh.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
In N.H.L. Game, a Rare Goalie Play Makes History
Filip Gustavsson had never scored a goal at any level of hockey.Sports - The New York Times - October 16 -
Fields: No Steelers QB debate if I play better
Justin Fields says if he had played better, there wouldn't be a question about whether he or Russell Wilson should start.Sports - ESPN - October 17 -
McDaniel optimistic RB Achane will play vs. Colts
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel is "optimistic" that running back De'Von Achane will clear concussion protocol in time to play Sunday against the Colts.Sports - ESPN - October 18 -
Cards' Harrison to play on MNF after concussion
Cardinals rookie wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. will play Monday night against the Chargers after clearing the NFL's concussion protocol, coach Jonathan Gannon said.Sports - ESPN - October 19 -
Sources: Tua to practice, hopes to play Week 8
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was expected to resume practicing next week, with the hopes of being able to play next Sunday against the Cardinals, sources confirmed to ESPN.Sports - ESPN - October 20 -
Pearsall reflects on shooting, road to 49ers debut
Fifty days after being shot through the chest in an alleged armed robbery attempt in downtown San Francisco, 49ers receiver Ricky Pearsall made his NFL debut Sunday against the Chiefs -- and ...Sports - ESPN - October 21 -
Mahomes & Washington star in best plays of week seven
Watch the best plays from week seven of the 2024 NFL season, including a Patrick Mahomes rushing masterclass for the Kansas City Chiefs and a 97-yard punt return touchdown at Wembley by the ...Top stories - BBC News - October 21 -
We cannot continue to play with 10 men - Arteta
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says his team "cannot continue to play with 10 men" in the wake of William Saliba's red card at Bournemouth.Top stories - BBC News - October 21 -
Kroos: Mbappé didn't tempt me to keep playing
Toni Kroos has said he wasn't tempted to delay his retirement to link up with Kylian Mbappé at Real Madrid, admitting it "wasn't easy" to tell coach Carlo Ancelotti he'd decided to leave the club.Sports - ESPN - October 22