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‘Reimagined for today’: Mattel went and Modern AU’d the American Girl dolls… why?!

In a way, this is exactly what folks were worried about when Mattel acquired the Pleasant Company back in 1998 and took over American Girl in 2000.

The Mary Sue

The Odd Reason Brennan Lee Mulligan Is Leaving Dropout - Is He Really Making Shoes For American Girl Dolls?

Brennan Lee Mulligan announces he's leaving Dropout to make American Girl doll shoes — but is it real or just a viral Game Changer sketch?

International Business Times UK

How Trump’s trade war threw his and America’s toys out the pram

Parents have reacted with anger at his latest remarks

The Independent UK

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American Girl employee at flagship NYC store claims he was fired for speaking Spanish on the job

Exclusive: When server Miguel Bautista pushed back, he says he was mocked by the store manager – in Spanish – for being gay

The Independent UK

Is Mattel, Inc. (MAT) a Toy Stock Worth Adding to Your Portfolio?

Mattel (MAT) reported strong financial results in the last reported quarter. Its extensive portfolio, strong market presence, strategic collaborations, and technological innovation are key drivers of the company’s ongoing growth and success. So, is MAT a worthy stock to add to your portfolio? Read more to find out.

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“That Was A Mistake”: 50 Things People Bought As Adults Because They Weren’t Allowed As Kids

Some researchers argue that consumers are more likely to spend money on brands that evoke nostalgia. The post “That Was A Mistake”: 50 Things People Bought As Adults Because They Weren’t Allowed As Kids first appeared on Bored Panda.

Bored Panda

Moving on from a "Big Show” Christmas

Growing up, my dad would spend money on gifts instead of paying bills — anything to create those magic moments

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Don't spoil your kid: 3 easy Xmas rules

Foolishly I used to buy every toy ever created for my child, until I learned strategy was the key to happiness

Salon

After 'Barbie' success, Mattel to make American Doll live-action movie

“Barbie” may soon be joined by another Mattel doll on the big screen

The Independent UK

How American Girl dolls became a part of American culture — problems and all

Growing up, it felt like you were either the kid with all the American Girl dolls, or you knew the kid with all the American Girl dolls. A new book examines this cultural force.

WEKU

Opioids are devastating Cherokee families. The tribe has a $100 million plan to heal

The fentanyl crisis is hitting young people hard, and the highest death rates are in Native American communities. The Cherokee Nation is working to help young families recover.

WEKU

He missed giving his wife Christmas gifts, so he now gives them to others battling cancer

PHILADELPHIA — As Chris Rotz was decorating for Christmas in 2015, he thought of his wife, Kathleen, the woman he knew he was meant to be with when they met for the first time at Doc Watson's Pub more than 30 years ago.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Not just for kids: Toymakers aim more products at grown-ups

Long before the pandemic, many adults turned to toys from Legos to collectible items to tap into their inner childhood for comfort

The Independent UK

Black Friday shoppers on Mag Mile pleasantly surprised by lack of long lines at stores

“Quiet is fine for us,” said one shopper.

Chicago Sun-Times

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Toymaker KidKraft makes the first American Girl dollhouse

DALLAS — When American Girl’s original Samantha, Kristen, Molly, Felicity, Addy and Josefina and this year’s 25 newly released Truly Me dolls needed a house, the brand turned to a North Texas “homebuilder.”

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American Girl memers emerge as unlikely abortion rights advocates

“We do need an American Girl doll who like protested overturning Roe v. Wade, because that's what all of our American girls are doing right now," says one creator

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Is Mattel a Winner in the Toy Industry?

Shares of leading toymaker Mattel (MAT) are up in price marginally year-to-date, outperforming the benchmark indexes’ negative returns so far this year. Investors have been bullish about the company’s strategic business transformation and nearshoring efforts. However, with nearly $50 million in Capex recently, will the company be able to maintain…

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