LIFESTYLE March 9 On this day in history, March 9, 1959, Barbie makes fashionable world debut at New York Toy Fair Barbie, best-selling toy and fashion icon, made her global debut at the North American International Toy Fair in New York City on this day in history, March 9, 1959.
LIFESTYLE March 6 Barbie releases 'role model' dolls of global stars for 65th anniversary, International Women’s Day Mattel announced eight new Barbies to honor their 65th anniversary and International Women's Day, among other items for purchase to commemorate the occasion,.
This Day in History February 19 On this day in history, February 19, 1912, Cracker Jack's 'prize in every box' debuts Cracker Jack started its “prize in every box" promotion on this day in history, Feb. 19, 1912, by including a small toy in each box of its popular caramel-coated popcorn.
LIFESTYLE February 16 Virginia hotel employees rescue toddler's lost stuffed animal, take photos of it working and exercising Hotel employees eased the nerves of a toddler who lost his lost stuffed animal by taking photos of the toy working the front desk and exercising in the gym.
LIFESTYLE February 15 On this day in history, February 15, 1903, the first Teddy bear goes on sale The first "Teddy bear" was put on sale on this day in history, Feb. 15, 1903. Created by Morris and Rose Michtom, the bear toy, inspired by the president, was a huge success.
LIFESTYLE February 2 Maryland woman finds $2M worth of items, including Dyson Airwrap and Le Creuset cookware, by dumpster diving A Maryland woman has found $2 million worth of items while dumpster diving over the last 20 years — including Dyson hairdryers, robot vacuums, kids' toys and more.
LIFESTYLE January 23 On this day in history, January 23, 1957, Wham-O produces first Frisbees, reshaping leisure, sport Wham-O Manufacturing Co. of California produced its first Frisbees on this day in history, Jan. 23, 1957. The beach toy began as a 19th-century campus activity and is now a worldwide sport.
LIFESTYLE January 10 Barbie announces 2024 Career of the Year collection: Here are four new dolls in a select industry The Barbie brand announced its 2024 Career of the Year collection with four new dolls in the film industry. Meet the new Barbies crushing their career industry.
LIFESTYLE December 25 Board games aren't just fun at holiday time, they're good for our mental health, too Playing board games with friends and family during the holidays is a favorite activity for millions of Americans — and doing so also brings mental health benefits, say experts.
LIFESTYLE December 22 Arizona mom goes viral for Taylor Swift-inspired 'Elf on the Shelf' Eras Tour An Arizona mom of two has combined her love for Taylor Swift with her "Elf on the Shelf" Christmas tradition to create a scenes inspired by Swift's global Eras Tour.