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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 - 13 hours 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

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

Here's what's hot in kids toys this holiday season

Consumers are expected to open their wallets this holiday season, with these children's toys high on the list.

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 - November 20

Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?

The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.

Dishing up space food

At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent ...

Ozempic Could Crush the Junk Food Industry. But It Is Fighting Back.

As revolutionary new weight-loss drugs turn consumers off ultraprocessed foods, the industry is on the hunt for new products.

Health - The New York Times - November 19

Why the U.S. is growing less food

Fruit production is down nearly 36% in 2024 from 2003, while vegetable production is down 6.3%, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Business - CNBC - 5 days ago

What’s Going on With All of These Food Recalls?

It might seem like there’s news about E. coli or listeria every week. Here’s what the data on food safety actually show.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Woolworths Cuts Expectations for Australian Food Earnings

Australian grocer Woolworths expects fiscal first-half earnings in its key Australian food division to be below previous expectations, as customers continue to be price conscious when facing cost ...

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Hidden sugars in Asia’s baby food spark concerns

The BBC takes a closer look at the products more and more parents are turning to for their children.

Growing Food Instead of Lawns in California Front Yards

Front yards transformed to tiny crop farms in Los Angeles provide vegetables to dozens of families and use a fraction of the water needed by grass.

World - The New York Times - November 6

King champions food poverty project on working birthday

The King is spending his 76th birthday opening new hubs to redistribute food which would otherwise be thrown away.

Fast-Food Franchisees Hope for a Turnaround Year in 2025

Signs an inflation-driven slump in 2024 is slowly turning into a rebound include stable pricing and increased sales.

Business - Inc. - November 18

WATCH: Bear scavenges for food in Tennessee wine shop

A black bear in Tennessee barged into a wine shop in search of food. After knocking over a few items, the bear gave up.

A taste of Latin-American Miami with chef Michelle Bernstein

Where the celebrity chef and restaurateur heads in her hometown for Cuban, Central and South American cuisine

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

The Founders of Sweetgreen and Ghia on Shaking Up the Food and Beverage Industry

At the Inc. 5000 Conference, Sweetgreen’s Nicolas Jammet and Ghia’s Melanie Masarin shared their tips for disrupting consumer tastes in fast-casual dining and beverages.

Business - Inc. - 5 days ago

What to expect for Thanksgiving food prices this year

The American Farm Bureau Federation's annual survey found a difference between 2024 and 2023 Thanksgiving dinner prices. Business Insider senior personal finance reporter Jennifer Streaks discusses ...

This week on "Sunday Morning" (November 24): The Food Issue

Jane Pauley hosts our annual "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" holiday broadcast exploring all things epicurean! Check out our menu...

"Sunday Morning" 2024 "Food Issue" recipe index

Delicious menu suggestions from top chefs, cookbook authors, food writers, restaurateurs, and the editors of Food & Wine magazine.

A craving for good food flips gender roles in Italy

Around the world, women cook more meals per week than men, but Italy serves as the exception to the rule.

World - CBS News - 4 days ago

Serving up home-cooked dog food

In the U.S., commercially-produced pet food is a $50 billion a year industry. But some advocate for healthier meals for your beloved dog – food that's in line with what canines have eaten for ...

What fast food restaurants will be open for Thanksgiving 2024?

Need a quick bite? Here's what is — and isnt' — open on Thanksgiving.

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

What Thanksgiving food dishes will TSA allow on flights?

Turkey can go in your carry-on bag, but you’re gonna have to check the gravy.

Exploring Kansas City's diverse and delicious food scene with food writer Jill Silva

From tacos to brisket to donuts, Kansas City's food scene has something for everyone. James Beard Award-winning food writer Jill Silva joins us to explore the city's irresistible flavors.

Petrol and food prices will fall thanks to oil glut, says World Bank

Downward trend in oil price from higher production, falling demand in China and clean energy to continue. Business live – latest updates Petrol and food prices will fall over the next two ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

How an urban farming nonprofit in California is addressing food insecurity

The "CBS Mornings'" series "Rebuilding America" shows how a California organization is helping to provide neighbors with better access to fruits and vegetables in food deserts.

What to know about recall concerns, U.S food safety

Concerns are growing over food safety in the U.S. after recent food recalls stemming from E. coli and listeria outbreaks. Keith Schneider, a food safety professor at the University of Florida, ...

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