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LA Lakers
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

LeBron James is plastic, it's fantastic: Mattel unveils Ken doll modeled after Lakers star

LeBron James becomes the first male athlete with a Ken doll, symbolizing positive role modeling for youth.
LA Lakers
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

LeBron James is plastic, it's fantastic: Mattel unveils Ken doll modeled after Lakers star

LeBron James becomes the first male athlete with a Ken doll, symbolizing positive role modeling for youth.
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NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

How Trump's Tariffs on China Are Affecting Toy Companies

Toy Fair New York revealed concerns about rising toy prices due to tariffs on Chinese imports.
Toy manufacturers are grappling with increased costs from tariffs imposed by the U.S. government.
European startups
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Toy companies grapple with raising prices due to Trump's tariffs on China

Increasing tariffs could lead to a 15-20% price hike on toys from China, affecting U.S. consumers' purchasing decisions.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Retailers Fear Toy Shortages at Christmas as Tariffs Freeze Supply Chain

Trump's tariffs are threatening holiday product availability and increasing prices.
Supply chain disruptions may lead to toy shortages for Christmas.
Retailers fear financial loss due to increased import costs.
Businesses are consulting lawyers due to potential bankruptcy caused by tariffs.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

How Trump's Tariffs on China Are Affecting Toy Companies

Toy Fair New York revealed concerns about rising toy prices due to tariffs on Chinese imports.
Toy manufacturers are grappling with increased costs from tariffs imposed by the U.S. government.
European startups
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Toy companies grapple with raising prices due to Trump's tariffs on China

Increasing tariffs could lead to a 15-20% price hike on toys from China, affecting U.S. consumers' purchasing decisions.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Retailers Fear Toy Shortages at Christmas as Tariffs Freeze Supply Chain

Trump's tariffs are threatening holiday product availability and increasing prices.
Supply chain disruptions may lead to toy shortages for Christmas.
Retailers fear financial loss due to increased import costs.
Businesses are consulting lawyers due to potential bankruptcy caused by tariffs.
more#tariffs
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Trump says American kids will be fine with fewer dolls, but the toy industry is bracing for a 'nuclear bomb'

"This is as close to a nuclear bomb as the toy industry has ever faced," Steve Velte stated, emphasizing the unprecedented challenges to supply chains and pricing.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Build-A-Bear's CEO understands that adults want cute, fluffy toys too

"Barbie was one of my favorite toys when I was a kid. Barbie and plush. Those were the things that I played with a lot. And so my journey, it's almost poetic. When people look at it, they think I planned it - but I didn't."
Parenting
#lego
Board games
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Grown-ups are buying more toys than preschoolers - to the tune of $1 billion

The pandemic has sparked a surge in adult participation in Lego building, leading to the emergence of a 'kidult' phenomenon.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Lego announces Pokemon sets are coming next year

Lego Pokémon sets are coming in 2026 with a teaser showing Pikachu's tail.
Details on specific characters and set features are still unknown.
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fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

My Little Pony, Transformers, Phase 10 join the National Toy Hall of Fame

Each year, the National Toy Hall of Fame recognizes toys based on traits like longevity, recognizability, and play value, focusing on their cultural impact beyond sales.
US news
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
9 months ago

Barbie x Kodak collab gives instant photo printing a splash of pink - Yanko Design

The Barbie franchise has recently seen a resurgence, maintaining its spirit of fun and connection, exemplified by a collaboration with Kodak for a special instant camera.
Design
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