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Mattel, Disney Sign New Global Deal for Pixar Toys

Mattel announced the expansion of its global licensing agreement with Disney to span new titles and to design and develop toys inspired by characters from all Pixar Animation Studios’ film properties. Included in the new agreement are upcoming 2020 movie releases, including Onward, as well as classic titles such as Coco, Finding Nemo, Monsters, Inc., and The Incredibles, among others. Mattel’s licensing rights in North America, Europe, Latin America,…

Little Miss Spice Girls Spice Up Book Shelves Everywhere

The Spice Girls are joining the ranks of Little Miss Bossy and Little Miss Sunshine with their own Mr. Men Little Miss series.

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Masked Republic Names Boss Fight Studio Global Toy Partner

Masked Republic, the owners of the Legends of Lucha Libre and Lil’ Luchas brands, has signed Boss Fight Studio as a global toy partner.

Worlds Collide in Fortnite: Endgame

Avengers assemble in Epic Games’ new Fortnite: Endgame as Thanos and his Chitauri invade in search of the six Infinity Stones. It’s up to players to acquire the Avengers: Endgame items scattered throughout the map, and take the fight to him. [SPOILERS AHEAD]

Grupo Pão de Açúcar Bring Garfield Goods to Brazil

Brazil’s largest retail and distribution group, Grupo Pão de Açúcar is teaming up with Garfield to offer a variety of private label treats to its customers. Grupo Pão de Açúcar (GPA) began dishing out Garfield goodies in February under its Qualitá brand, the biggest private label program in Brazil. Working with suppliers including Barion Industria, Moinho Romariz Industria and Turatti & Turatti, GPA launched the new program in 700 Extra…

Explore the Great Outdoors in This New NatGeo VR Experience

As part of its #QuestCountdown series, Oculus has teamed up with National Geographic for the launch of National Geographic Explore VR.

Build-A-Bear Donates Teddy Bears to Red Cross Relief Efforts

For the third consecutive year, Build-A-Bear and the American Red Cross are partnering to provide bear hugs to families when disaster strikes. The American Red Cross will receive a donation from Build-A-Bear of several thousand furry friends, which the organization will distribute during disaster-relief operations throughout the year. May 2 through May 29, Build-A-Bear Workshop guests can also donate to the nonprofit organization at checkout in stores and…

PlayMonster Acquires Set Enterprises

PlayMonster broadens its portfolio of card games with the acquisition of Set Enterprises, the game maker behind WordSpeil, SET, Quiddler, etc.

Anki, The Company That Gave Us a Real-World WALL-E, is Shutting Down

Anki, the toy robotics company behind the original AI racing course Anki OverDrive and the adorable robot companion Cosmo, is shutting down.