A brief history of the iconic doll Barbie
When Barbie was introduced to consumers in 1959, 300,000 dolls were sold in the first year alone.
When Barbie was introduced to consumers in 1959, 300,000 dolls were sold in the first year alone.
A brief history of Transformers
Transformers has evolved from the captivating shape-shifting action figure that was introduced 40 years ago into a worldwide franchise with comics, TV shows and films.
Transformers has evolved from the captivating shape-shifting action figure that was introduced 40 years ago into a worldwide franchise with comics, TV shows and films.
A brief history of Nintendo's NES
Nintendo, a pioneering force in the video gaming industry, has transformed global entertainment since its inception in 1889 as a maker of Japanese playing cards.
Nintendo, a pioneering force in the video gaming industry, has transformed global entertainment since its inception in 1889 as a maker of Japanese playing cards.
A brief history of Play-Doh
Play-Doh is a classic toy that has spanned generations, but some may not know it began as a wallpaper cleaner. Here’s a short history of the enduring, non-toxic mainstay for kids.
Play-Doh is a classic toy that has spanned generations, but some may not know it began as a wallpaper cleaner. Here’s a short history of the enduring, non-toxic mainstay for kids.
A brief history of Tickle Me Elmo
Tickle Me Elmo’s sweet voice and vibrating laugh had parents fighting in the aisles.
Tickle Me Elmo’s sweet voice and vibrating laugh had parents fighting in the aisles.
A brief history of the Easy-Bake Oven
Easy-Bake Ovens have a storied history and continue to be a creative and tasty outlet for kids still today. Here’s a look at the popular toy.
Easy-Bake Ovens have a storied history and continue to be a creative and tasty outlet for kids still today. Here’s a look at the popular toy.
A brief history of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Inspired by the 1980s comic book, four crime-fighting turtles would morph into one of the biggest selling toy brands in industry history.
Inspired by the 1980s comic book, four crime-fighting turtles would morph into one of the biggest selling toy brands in industry history.
A brief history of the Pokémon franchise
From Game Boy games to global fame, Pokémon’s legacy lives on through anime, cards, and AR, making it a cultural icon with more than 380 million games sold.
From Game Boy games to global fame, Pokémon’s legacy lives on through anime, cards, and AR, making it a cultural icon with more than 380 million games sold.
A brief history of Furby
Furby was once a cultural phenomenon – and even a national security concern.
Furby was once a cultural phenomenon – and even a national security concern.
A brief history of LEGO
Discover how LEGO evolved from humble wooden toys in Denmark to a worldwide symbol of creativity and play.
Discover how LEGO evolved from humble wooden toys in Denmark to a worldwide symbol of creativity and play.
Top housing markets of 2025 revealed in new study
A new study forecasted strong home sales and price growth in select U.S. cities in 2025. Here's where.
A new study forecasted strong home sales and price growth in select U.S. cities in 2025. Here's where.
YouTube TV raising monthly prices again. Here's what we know
YouTube TV customers will see the price change on their monthly bill starting in January.
YouTube TV customers will see the price change on their monthly bill starting in January.
Here are the top concerts, artists of 2024 revealed by ticket data
Some of the biggest names in music had a stellar year on tour with fans buying tickets in record numbers to see them perform across the world.
Some of the biggest names in music had a stellar year on tour with fans buying tickets in record numbers to see them perform across the world.
Stanley mugs recalled after reports of burn injuries
Stanley recalled 2.6 million travel mugs due to burn hazards after 91 reports and 38 injuries worldwide. The mugs were sold at major retailers.
Stanley recalled 2.6 million travel mugs due to burn hazards after 91 reports and 38 injuries worldwide. The mugs were sold at major retailers.
DOJ asks court to reject TikTok's bid to delay law that would ban app
The law would require TikTok’s parent company ByteDance to sell the company or face a ban in the U.S.
The law would require TikTok’s parent company ByteDance to sell the company or face a ban in the U.S.
How much does it cost to send out holiday cards? It’s more expensive than last year
Holiday card postage costs are rising again. Here’s what it will cost you.
Holiday card postage costs are rising again. Here’s what it will cost you.
Gas prices hit a 3-year low – where are they headed next?
Drivers are getting some much-needed relief at the pump after gas prices fell significantly nationwide.
Drivers are getting some much-needed relief at the pump after gas prices fell significantly nationwide.
Proposed merger of Kroger, Albertsons is halted by federal, WA judges
The proposed $24.6 billion merger between supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons floundered on Tuesday after judges overseeing two separate cases both halted the merger.
The proposed $24.6 billion merger between supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons floundered on Tuesday after judges overseeing two separate cases both halted the merger.
Fortnite refunds are rolling out to 'tricked' customers: Here's how to apply
The FTC has begun issuing refunds to Fortnite players who were charged for unintended purchases, following a $520 million settlement with Epic Games.
The FTC has begun issuing refunds to Fortnite players who were charged for unintended purchases, following a $520 million settlement with Epic Games.
States with the highest energy bills: See how yours compares
A new study reveals that many Americans are still feeling budget squeezes — and rising utility bills aren’t helping.
A new study reveals that many Americans are still feeling budget squeezes — and rising utility bills aren’t helping.