Cost Plus Inc. Recalls Wooden Animal Drum Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

The paint used on the drum is in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent More »

Target Recalls Children’s Task Lamps Due to Laceration and Fire Hazards

Lamps can overheat, causing the adhesive inside the lamp socket to melt and migrate into the bulb area of the socket. The cooled glue can adhere to the light bulb base and More »

Mini Stars Building Sets Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard

Plastic knobs can break from the center of the stars, posing a choking hazard to young children. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Prime-Line Products Recalls Child Bathtub Non-Slip Pads Due To Fall Hazard

Some pads do not stick to the bathtub surface, posing a fall hazard to consumers. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Child Safety Latches and Outlet Covers Recalled by Prime-Line; Screw Breaks Can Allow Unintended Access

The screws on the safety latches and outlet covers can loosen and/or break. When this happens, young children can gain access to electrical outlets and other potentially hazardous items. US Consumer Product More »

Strollers Recalled by phil&teds USA Due to Risk of Injury from Brake Failure

The brake mechanism on the strollers can fail, posing an injury hazard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Fisher-Price Recalls to Repair Little People Builders’ Load ‘n Go Wagons due to Laceration Hazard

The back of the wagon’s plastic handle has molded-in reinforcement. This design adds stiffness and facilitates children gripping the handle. The handle poses a laceration hazard if a child falls on it. More »

Toy Keys with Remote Recalled by Battat Due to Choking Hazard

The metal toy keys and the plastic key ring can break, posing a choking hazard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Bravo Sports Recalls Disney-Branded Pogo Sticks Due to Fall and Laceration Hazards

The bottom rubber tip attached to the pogo stick frame can wear out prematurely, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Also, the end caps on the handlebars can come off, exposing sharp More »

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SexToy.com Successfully Launches First Sex Toy Into Space – Photos and Videos …

October 27, 2011     No comments

SexToy.com Successfully Launches First Sex Toy Into Space – Photos and Videos …
On Saturday Oct 8, 2011, adult toys retailer www.SexToy.com lead the first successful launch of a sex toy into space and back. October 26, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ — SexToy.com's branded vibrating bullet moved at speed of 1800 feet per minute and …
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MEA Toy Market To Be Worth US Bn In 2011
Recent forecasts released by Euromonitor International put the Middle East and Africa toy market value at approximately US$ 17 bn for 2011. Key players in the local toy industry will flex their muscles at international trade event Playworld Middle East, …
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The Webb Companies Provide Home For Lexington Firefighter Toy Program

October 24, 2011     No comments

The Webb Companies Provide Home For Lexington Firefighter Toy Program
As expected, the Lexington community came through for the Fraternal Order of Firefighters, Firefighter Toy Program! "We are so grateful to everyone who called with a lead or suggestion as to a building that might work for the program this year", …
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Wal-Mart Beats Target, Kmart on Toy Pricing for Holidays
Photographer: Matthew Staver/Bloomberg Prices for a group of 15 toys that included Elmo Rocks from Hasbro Inc. (HAS) and Leapfrog Enterprises Inc. (LF)'s Leap Pad Explorer are 9 percent higher at Target and 13 percent more expensive at Kmart, …
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Talking Toy Project II: Journey to Tad the Frog

October 17, 2011     No comments

Talking Toy Project II: Journey to Tad the Frog
As you might remember, my mission is to track down the actors who voice seven of my kids' toys in one year. The first Talking Toy Project ran on The Poop, profiling My Pal Scout actor Charlie Ibsen. This one focuses on voice actress Amy Rubinate and …
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Santa's favourites at Toys R Us
Based on global trends, Toys R Us has revealed the latest trends for toys, games and DVDs in its Christmas gifting guide, out now. Launched last year in South Africa, Chatimals are back this year on list. These soft toys, which mimic what you say and …
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Walmart goes back to basics in holiday toy aisles

October 17, 2011     No comments

Walmart goes back to basics in holiday toy aisles
By Phil Wahba NORTH BERGEN, NJ, Oct 5 (Reuters) – Walmart is taking cues from shoppers who have asked for more time to buy for the holiday season, albeit on tight budgets, as it tries to reinvigorate sales of toys and other goods. …
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CAMPAIGN OF THE MONTH: Barbie Princess Charm School
The release of the tenth Barbie movie, Barbie Princess Charm School, and the toy range are being supported by marketing both on and offline in a comprehensive campaign. Barbie movies are now distributed in 82 countries and have high engagement levels …
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Lily Pad Children's Resale Shop opens in the Portage Lakes area
While Mom shops, the kids can entertain themselves in a play area equipped with crayons, toys, coloring books and a TV to view cartoons and Disney movies. The various rooms in the business are nicely arranged with displays of children's clothing, toys, …
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A Google Sex Toy?

October 14, 2011     No comments

A Google Sex Toy?
While the Googlher sex toy is not a purchasable item, there is an extended howto featuring a detailed, step-by-step walkthrough for making your own. The device was brought to my attention by Katie Nolan in a video for Guyism, a website in the vein of …
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China toy manufacturing industry, 2011
NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ — Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: China toy manufacturing Industry, 2011 is valuable for anyone who wants to invest in the toy manufacturing …
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BILLIONAIRE TOY OF THE DAY: A 00 Toilet That Will Wash And Dry Your Backside
The toilet, which costs 81 times the amount of your standard Home Depot toilet, has a touch-screen remote that flushes, cleans and dries its user. It also provides heat and music, and settings can be saved for each member of the family. …
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ABATE holds Toy Run this Sunday

October 10, 2011     No comments

ABATE holds Toy Run this Sunday
By HILLARY THOMPSON WOOD RIVER – Motorcyclists and teddy bears are two things that usually do not go together; however, they do in the case of ABATE's Toy Run. ABATE (A Brotherhood Aimed Toward Education) of Illinois Piasa-Gateway Chapter is holding …
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Passion for toy cars to land them in F1 factory
The model then would be placed on a remote control toy car that was be provided by Red Bull and the contest begins. The first round of qualification was based on the design of the car by the participants. This was judged by the city. …
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14000 wooden musical toys recalled because of choking risk
By AP, WASHINGTON — About 14000 musical wooden table toys made by Battat Inc. are being voluntarily recalled because of the risk of choking on small parts of the toy. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission said Thursday that small pegs from the …
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Rihanna's New Boy Toy is a British Boxer?

October 10, 2011     No comments

Rihanna's New Boy Toy is a British Boxer?
According to People.com, the single 23-year-old stepped out in London with British boxer and model Dudley O'Shaughnessy, who appeared in the music video for her latest single, "We Found Love." The pair reportedly were photographed exiting the popular …
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Mattel Delivers the Hottest Toys & Games for a Magical 2011 Holiday Season
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Oct 04, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Bringing innovative and imaginative play experiences to kids this holiday season, Mattel Inc., the world's leading toy maker, once again delivers an exciting list of the hottest toys and games for the …
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'App-cessories' named hottest holiday toy trends

October 07, 2011     No comments

'App-cessories' named hottest holiday toy trends
Toys R Us Wednesday will christen "app-cessories" one of 2011's hottest holiday toy trends even as it rolls out at least a dozen such toys, from a Crayola app that writes like a crayon when it touches an iPad to a Disney-Pixar app that lets kids …
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JAKKS Pacific's Tollytots(R) Division Seeks To Inspire & Puzzle A New …
"The Rubik's Cube is more than just a toy, it is a cultural phenomenon that has inspired everything from art and culture to particle physics," said Darryl Wizenberg, President, Tollytots. "We are excited to tap into the enormous worldwide popularity, …
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Eagle County toy drive extended to Friday

October 04, 2011     No comments

Eagle County toy drive extended to Friday
EAGLE COUNTY, Colorado — The Salvation Army and the Vail Valley Medical Center are collecting the toys during the month of September. The drive has been extended one more week, until Friday, to give everyone a chance to participate. …
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Trash to toys: Zimbabwean helps students using wire art
By Kathryn Carlson Empty bottles, wire and beads are not typical children's playthings, yet one artist has been making toys and art out of trash for four decades. Jonathan Daniel grew up in a poverty-stricken town in Zimbabwe. …
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Pimlico Toy Library faces axe

October 03, 2011     No comments

Pimlico Toy Library faces axe
Pimlico Toy Library is facing closure after a quarter of a century after the Government reduced its funding. Coalition spending cuts could signal the closure of the popular service in Lupus Street, which allows parents to rent toys for 20p and has been …
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Toys“R”Us Japan
By Chris Betros On Friday, Toys“R”Us Japan opened its newest location in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. The Toys“R”Us/Babies“R”Us Sendai Izumiosawa store, located in the AEON Sendai Izumiosawa Shopping Center, represents the company's support for the …
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