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'Blind box' craze grips China's youth and mints toymakers a fortune
China's craze for "blind boxes" has made fortunes for toymakers and even caught the attention of those in power.
Sat May 08 2021
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Lego launches bricks with Braille
Lego said it wanted to encourage blind and visually impaired children to explore new ways of learning to read and write.
Fri Aug 21 2020
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Lego to cut 8 percent of staff as sales decline
The toymaker announced plans to lay off 8 percent of its workforce as it reported a 5 percent fall in mid-year revenue.
Tue Sep 05 2017
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Barbie's boyfriend Ken gets a makeover
Toymaker Mattel on Tuesday announced 15 new Ken dolls, featuring seven skin tones, nine hairstyles and three body styles including a more muscular "broad" physique.
Wed Jun 21 2017
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The surprising reason Lego wanted people to stop buying its toys
Last year, Lego began looking for ways to discourage customers from buying its products.
Wed Sep 07 2016
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Barbie stirs up frenzy with swimsuit issue debut
On the threshold of her 55th birthday, the world's most famous doll stirring up a frenzy with her swimsuit debut in Sports Illustrated.
Sat Feb 15 2014