
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort – is set for a public grand opening on June 18. Universal Orlando Resort also revealed details about what is expected to be one the most exciting theme park experiences ever created: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. It will be one of three themed attractions within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, including Flight of the Hippogriff and Dragon Challenge
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Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Washington Shoe Company are unleashing the ultimate Bat-gadget this rainy season with a rain collection inspired by the favorite DC Comics Super Hero, Batman. What better way for young boys to bring their Batman powers to the streets than with a hooded rain slicker with removable cape, Batman boots and a matching Batman umbrella to help them take flight in their adventures.
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Mall of America® announces a voluntary recall on ‘Sandy the Squirrel plush‘. It was sold at: Nickelodeon, 4U and NU in Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America between March 12 and March 14, 2010 for $9.99. The nose on the plush may be removed and ingested by a child, posing a choking hazard. Consumers are encouraged to take the plush away from children and return it to any of the listed retailers for a full refund or exchange for a different toy.
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Posted 16 February 2010 by
N. A. Hilal
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Disney-Pixar’s Toy Story 3 kicked off the American International Toy Fair in New York City today with a plethora of new toys and playthings that pay homage and celebrate the best the toy industry has to offer. In a playful, Toy Story-themed setting before an invitation-only crowd of toy industry insiders, Green Army Men descended from the ceiling in “take-over” mode as they helped John Lasseter, chief creative officer of Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios, Lee Unkrich, director, Toy Story 3, Darla K. Anderson, producer, Toy Story 3 and John Ratzenberger, voice of Hamm, unveil a first look at some of the more than 250 new toys releasing this Summer and into the 2010 Holidays.
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Posted 15 February 2010 by
N. A. Hilal
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Mattel showcasing its hottest new products and licenses for 2010 during the International Toy Fair in New York. A few highlights from its entertainment portfolio include Barbie ‘I Can Be Race Car Driver’, LOOPZ, Dance Star Mickey, iXL, and Hot Wheels Stealth Ride vehicles.
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Posted 14 February 2010 by
N. A. Hilal
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Revealing a massive toy box of play and possibilities, the 107th American International Toy Fair opened its doors moments ago for a four-day run in New York City. Owned and operated by the Toy Industry Association (TIA), the annual trade event is expected to bring to the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center more than 32,000 attendees – including more than 21,000 retailers, wholesalers, importers, buying groups and trade guests from nearly 100 countries. The 16,000+ pre-registered buyers represent more than 7,900 unique retailers. Over 1,100 exhibitors – including 285 first-timers and representing more than 20 countries – fill nearly 345,500 net square feet of the facility’s exhibition space.
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