The inaugural Kidult Awards have concluded after an overwhelming response to this unprecedented event which saw almost 100 entries play out for recognition in 11 categories. The celebrity judging panel had to call in assistance to ensure everything was put thoroughly to the test and ensure the inaugural allocation of …
Read More »The Entertainer did a decent Xmas advert, follows up with a bit of research into “kid speak”
Worry not GenZ we aren’t about to spill the beans on your speak, we people of a certain age sound simply ridiculous when we even try and use the words Rizz, Slay, Sigma and Lit in any kind of conversation and, well, we don’t even do it for fun anymore …
Read More »TikTok funnyman Jack Skipper and Scalextric slap cars with tickets
Scalextric teamed up with comedian Jack Skipper to prank drivers in the UK’s most ticketed city, Manchester. Drivers nationwide that can prove they have received a parking ticket on Black Friday can also redeem a free Scalextric set, there is a “cop-out” so read on if you’re keen to …
Read More »Hello Kitty is a cat, this feline is fifty and having the best year ever.
Born Kitty White in London on Nov. 1, 1974 – Technically it isn’t quite her birthday but nevertheless fans have been celebrating for a few months already now, snapping up all manner of merch before it’s all been bagged by a new legion of fans. The cat has collaborated with …
Read More »Twenty Toys Argos tell us are hot to trot this Xmas
It is a rather special day today, well, we think so. Having conducted extensive research amongst our in-house experts and external consultants, media professionals from around the globe and further afield it has been decided that today, with 99 days to go until Christmas, should be celebrated. The number 99 …
Read More »The Kidults have arrived
A TERM derided by some, the term adult-collectors, Adultescents, Peter Pans or rejuveniles might be an alternative for those nay-sayers? We’re not omitting the moaners, but Kidults grabs us, and so too it does the same for much of the industry involved in this ever-growing sector. Ubiquity wins and, with …
Read More »Outdoor Toy Awards – Best in show for 2024
The winners of the Outdoor Toy Awards 2024 all received their gongs today after a weekend of rigorous testing by the 20 plus strong group of critics. Made up of a wide range of those most critical of judges an afternoon of serious fun took place after a number of days …
Read More »Godzilla and Kong are ready for the ultimate selfie
Take a trip down to the Thames this week to catch an installation to celebrate the new film from Warner Brothers. We’ve a Godzilla spanning 20 metres long with a load of LED lights, Kong appearing to burst through a portal onto London’s South Bank with a huge five metre …
Read More »Air Toobz from Tomy incoming
Starter set Created by the Fat Brain company these new Air Toobz have enjoyed success in the US, think marble run with giant tubes, soft(ish) balls, all interconnected to your own design and then an air machine to flick on and get the action underway. Trouble is, the price. The …
Read More »Dream Gadget duo set to return – Gadgetshow is back
Many said I had a face for radio, well, the fact I made the edit on this all new Podcast is testament to that…well almost. The producers at NorthOne TV have, in their infinite wisdom, decided to launch the first episode (marking two decades since it first aired) along with …
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