Toys

Labubu maker Pop Mart drops after warning 2026 growth target out of reach

Soft sales and continued weakness in overseas markets point to a more difficult stretch ahead for Pop Mart.

Starbucks’ new Mofusand collaboration collection to be released on Aug 25

The collection will be available in physical stores, on Starbucks’ online store, LazMall and ShopeeMall.

Beyblade craze sweeps HK, Taiwan as ‘kidults’ fuel toy sales surge

The sudden uptick in demand was in part thanks to “kidult” culture, in which adults indulge in children’s interests and hobbies.

Japan’s Bonbon Drop sticker craze spurring sell-outs, fakes

Women in their late 20s to 30s who grew up trading stickers as children are driving such trends.

How badly do you want to squish this thing?

The toys come in a variety of shapes, colours and forms. Some have a crunch feel, and others rise slowly after being compressed.

Thailand seizes illegal squishy toys over cancer-risk chemicals

The authorities said the products may be contaminated with chemicals, heavy metals, fragrances and coating substances that do not meet safety standards.

Pop star Olivia Rodrigo inspires new Lego sets, now on sale in Singapore

There are five different sets in the new Lego Editions Olivia Rodrigo collection.

Starbucks x Pop Mart collaboration celebrates Molly’s 20th anniversary

The limited-edition items featuring Molly’s signature pout and oversized head will be available from Aug 3, 10am, across local Starbucks outlets and the Starbucks online store.

Casio to expand sales of popular AI pet robot Moflin with new pink colour

Since its launch in November 2024, the robot has proven more popular than expected, with cumulative sales exceeding 20,000 units.

The brick is out there: Lego unveils 1,478-piece X-Files set

Actor Gillian Anderson revives her role as FBI agent Dana Scully in a video promoting Lego’s new The X-Files set.

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