The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Public Health Division has expanded reporting requirements for children’s products under the state’s Toxic-Free Kids Act (TFKA), creating new obligations for manufacturers selling products in the state.

In a lawsuit filed last week, the warehouse retailer asks the Court of International Trade to consider all tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) illegal, and seeks a full refund.

Fellow consortium members Silver Lake and Affinity Parters will own 5.5 percent and 1.1 percent, respectively.

The move would make Amazon the country’s most ubiquitous delivery service and present a blow to the Postal Service’s financial health.

Parents heading into the toy aisle this year may that notice something is off, even if they can’t quite put a finger on it. The number of toys on the shelf looks a little thinner and brand-name favorites are harder to find.

Basic Fun! CEO Jay Foreman tells Yahoo Finance that President Trump has declared a "war on toys" this Christmas as the administration's tariff policies continue to pass costs onto US consumers and retailers.

A fast-moving month delivered fresh launches, bold partnerships, and cultural crossovers that had readers — and retailers — paying close attention.

A day after Disney announced its blind-box market entry with YuYus, MGA is also getting into the increasingly crowded ugly-cute plush collectibles game. 

Adults playing with toys are the industry’s most important age group.

From Polly Pocket and Play-Doh to Monopoly, design studios are balancing nostalgia and reinvention in popular games' brands.

Search trends have tracked the doll’s rise from niche obsession to global hit – and now there’s a new toy in town

License Global deep dives into the state of the worldwide toy industry and predicts where it’s headed next.

Shoppers are on lookout for the holiday season’s must-have toy.

How should the retail and hospitality industry capitalize on this desire for a real-world experience and human connection this Christmas?

After all of the potential horror stories leaked in advance, the budget turned out to be something of a damp squib… in the short term at least.

Toy World caught up with MD, Paul Clarke, to learn about Play Tech AI’s range of AI tech-driven products that blend entertainment with education to enrich playtime experiences.

Toy World’s December issue, our final issue for 2025, is available now in print and online, and brings readers the latest news, views and insight from across the industry.

As the toy trade encounters a new era of supply chain complexity, Partners in Logistics has adapted its offerings to meet the changing needs of global toy manufacturers.

Gabriela Jiménez García caught up with SMF Toytown’s Operations director, Andrew Addley, to find out more about the next chapter of the business since its founder, Alan Simpson, announced his retirement.

A brand refresh is your cue to remix the familiar — keeping what families love while showing that you’re still in tune with today’s playtime universe.

Six intriguing articles related to toys, games, and nostalgia that have hit the news this week.

Brian Washington, a vinyl collector and commercial artist, dives into his favourite classic children’s Christmas albums and shares the timeless picks that still sparkle with holiday magic.

“We’ll picnic and have fun at our secret tree.”

Janet’s wishlist, which ran in Leeds Mercury, and letter from Hampshire girl in 1898 unearthed in newspaper archives

Disney's "Zootopia 2" tallied an estimated $156 million during the five-day Thanksgiving holiday, leading the box office to a top five performance.

Codenames and SETI publisher Czech Games Edition has signed its first-ever distribution agreement with Hachette, as the French publishing giant continues to expand out its European board game distribution operation in the face of competition from Asmodee.

In partnership with the PDC, Panini's new darts sticker collection features 312 stickers of darts greats, past and present.

With this partnership, Big Picture Licensing will find and secure new licensing partners for the UK and Eire market and EMEA region.

KandyToys will debut the full Wow! Stuff range at London Toy Fair, from its WWE lines to the Puppetronics range and more.

An officially licensed product of the FIFA World Cup 2026, and due to launch in January, FIFA World Cup 2026 Ballers is billed as the ultimate collectible for football fans.

The Robosen Mini Robots trial will take place online and in select stores, debuting with an exclusive Toy Story range.

The collaboration brings together the worlds of Tonies and Pokémon for the very first time, launching in summer 2026.

Merlin Entertainments and Warner Bros. are teaming up for a magical new Harry Potter experience at LEGOLAND Deutschland. 

The collaboration introduces 198 Bundesliga player figures to the lineup next year.

Building on the popularity of Dog Man, the Joester Loria Group and Rocket Licensing announce two new licensees. Launching for U.K. consumers, Dreamtex and Warmies will produce product lines inspired by the kids’ brand.

New and returning partners set the stage for anniversaries and upcoming features.

Ahead of the series' new installments, tinyBuild is signing a new wave of licensing partnerships for the hit horror game 'Hello Neighbor.'

The studio behind ‘Miraculous’ moves into racing with an animated feature, series, and licensing program.

Hunter Price International partners with The LEGO Group to create new stationery collections across Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.

A staggering number of collaborations mark a major phase of brand growth.

Numskull’s Tubbz is making a deal with the devil for a new series of 'Hazbin Hotel' cosplaying rubber ducks. 

Ravensburger will also release a new entry level product. The 2-Player Starter Set contains 2 pre-constructed beginner decks (Amber/Emerald and Amethyst/Ruby), 2 lore trackers, and 13 paper tokens

Hunter Price International and The Lego Group have announced a partnership to bring the iconic Lego brand to life through all-new stationery, arts & crafts and creative play collections.

Robosen and Hasbro introduce the first auto-converting Soundwave robot, featuring cassette player and Deception modes.

These sweet bag charms will be a CVS-exclusive, launching Dec. 26.

Diesel will not only star in the Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots movie, but he's also writing the script and producing.

Chief commercial officer Buckmaster is set to move into a part-time advisory role at Asmodee in spring next year, with deputy CCO Marjolein Lubberman in line to take over his position and join the company’s executive management team.

Davis would help strengthen its organisational processes, policies and contracts while working to ensure a smooth transition to hiring a new executive director.

As senior National Account manager, Andrew Storey's experience and passion for licensing will support Pyramid International as the business continues to expand.

The middle schooler's original board game was recognized at the Chicago Toy and Game Fair.

Derr said "So fortunate to have local creators come to us and want to make media for Lake Zurich and our Toys. This is a new item and a middle school creator. We help to give them a real world experience and what it might take in the future."

On Giving Tuesday, Toy Association President & CEO Greg Ahearn invites the industry to support The Toy Foundation’s Holiday Gift Catalog.

Toy Fair® University is continuing to grow its robust educational lineup, with even more sessions now announced for the 2026 show, taking place February 14 to 17 at the Javits Center in New York City.

An upcoming Toy Association webinar will break down the key economic signals driving shopper behavior and outline the factors most likely to influence performance this season and beyond.

The Licensing Lab has announced its return to Spring Fair, with a host of brands and Licensing Lab stage speakers confirmed.

Preshow Noël celebrated its 2025 edition with an exclusive Netflix screening and hosting the Association of French Toy Creators and Manufacturers.

The Bandai Namco Pop-Up introduces a unique blend of anime character merchandise in an immersive retail experience within Hamleys.

Wow! Stuff hosted the event for Magna-Tiles at London’s Horniman Museum and Gardens, welcoming more than 300 children and parents along.

Jumbo is bringing its Hitster party games collection to pop-ups in Westfield, White City in London and The Trafford Centre in Manchester.

The four-day event brings specialty toy retailers, manufacturers, and industry partners together for education, networking, and product discovery.

As a company built on the power of play, Just Play is expanding its charitable impact through a new partnership with Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. 

The first official Gunpla store, The Gundam Base Chicago, will open on Dec. 12 at Fashion Outlets of Chicago.

These toys are all finalists for the 2026 Toy of the Year Awards, and chances are your kids will be asking Santa for them too!

Starlight Children’s Foundation aims to raise $600,000 during the campaign with the help of partners, like Kendra Scott, community fundraisers and more.

The 10th ITRA World Conference provides opportunities to exchange, reflect on, and discuss the zeitgeist in toys and games.

Panda said that despite a maturing industry, most creators still rely on generic software never designed for game development workflows.

The launch of Uno Braille is part of Mattel’s global strategy to create play experiences that are accessible, diverse and representative.

The partnership will see more than 7,000 Ravensburger toys distributed to hospitals across the UK through Starlight's Play Boxes.

Zuru Group expands its UK and global presence with a new central London office and state-of-the-art showroom featuring an immersive digital experience.

Schooled, designed by Cecil Oakton and published by Analog Game Studios, is a two-player board game inspired by fish’s survival tactics.

The house of brands behind Our Generation has announced the launch of Hey Bestie dolls, initially available at Smyths Toys and with more to come in 2026.

Lego teamed up with FIFA on Wednesday to announce the product that will launch the classic Danish toy brand’s first World Cup range next year.

'As an independent publisher, we are now positioned to more fully pursue our vision.'

The Chicken Run: Eggstraction publisher is preparing to make 27 employees redundant.

Nintendo announced it was acquiring Bandai Namco Studios Singapore, the developer reportedly behind the original version of Metroid Prime 4, before Retro Studios took over.

‘AI will be involved in nearly all future production.’

The Toy Association Shares Safe Online Shopping Tips for Families

Marketplace scams are emerging as one of the fastest growing threats facing holiday shoppers, taking advantage of consumers who are searching for deals.

Last year, the House of Representatives was the place where a leading kids online safety bill came to die. On Tuesday, a powerful House committee positioned itself as the place where that bill could be resurrected… along with 18 other proposals.

The popularity of dupes (or duplicated products) has grown significantly and has impacted the toy industry on a broader scale than one might initially think.

26 countries, coordinated by Europol, co-led by France, Spain and Romania, and supported by the EUIPO and OLAF, have once again led initiatives to take down the producers and importers of counterfeit toys.

Creator behind Lite-Brite, Mouse Trap, and Rock ’Em Sock ’Em Robots leaves a multigenerational legacy.