Toys
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Labubu: the 'creepy' dolls sparking brawls in the shops
In the Spotlight Craze for the pint-sized soft toys has reached fever pitch among devotees
By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Last updated
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Why more and more adults are reaching for soft toys
Under The Radar Does the popularity of the Squishmallow show Gen Z are 'scared to grow up'?
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Christmas gifts for children: the top toys of the year
The Week Recommends The most sought-after kids' presents revealed
By Tess Foley-Cox Published
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The Week Unwrapped: Are we in the Mattel Cinematic Universe?
Podcast Plus can Japan crack its demographic crisis, and what does national debt actually mean?
By The Week Staff Published
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Christmas 2023: best presents for younger children
The Week Recommends Gifts for kids include a Lego London bus, Gigi the Giraffe and micro scooter
By The Week UK Published
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Being nosy 'helps you live longer'
Tall Tales And other stories from the stranger side of life
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Christmas 2023 gifts for kids: top 20 toys of the year
In Pictures The Toy Retailers Association has unveiled the DreamToys Christmas wish list
By Mike Starling, The Week UK Published
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The Beanie Bubble: the true story behind fallen toy empire film
Under the Radar New release depicts rise and fall of 1990s stuffed plushy phenomenon
By Harriet Marsden Published
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Barbie: from problematic toy to feminist icon?
Talking Point She may have exacerbated negative body image issues among girls but Barbie also offered a diverse range of career choices
By Sorcha Bradley Published
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How Barbie conquered the world
feature The first major feature film about the world’s most popular doll will be released next month
By The Week Staff Published
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The good, the bad and the Ken: Barbie through the ages
In Pictures The first live-action Barbie movie is scheduled for release in July this year
By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Published
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Christmas gifts for kids 2022: top toys of the year revealed
The Week Recommends Pricing has been a ‘strong consideration’ for the latest DreamToys shortlist
By Mike Starling, The Week UK Published
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Christmas gifts for children: what are the top toys of 2021?
The Week Recommends Paw Patrol, Star Wars, Barbie and Hot Wheels are on the must-have toy wish lists
By The Week Staff Last updated
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Lego Super Mario: a toy every (big) kid will want this year
Speed Read Nintendo’s iconic character is recreated in a new world of bricks
By The Week Staff Last updated
Speed Read