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Museum dedicated to founder of Sanrio, best known for Hello Kitty, opens in Japan

The museum showcases the life of Sanrio’s Honorary Chairman Shintaro Tsuji, 98, and traces the company’s history from its predecessor, Yamanashi Silk Center, founded by him in 1960.
The museum showcases the life of Sanrio’s Honorary Chairman Shintaro Tsuji, 98, and traces the company’s history from its predecessor, Yamanashi Silk Center, founded by him in 1960.

Pop Mart’s $42.5b rout casts doubt on life after Labubu

Toys displayed at at Pop Mart's Skullpanda pop-up shop in Manhattan, New York.
Toys displayed at at Pop Mart's Skullpanda pop-up shop in Manhattan, New York.

Labubu film on its way as Pop Mart partners Sony to revive fading craze

Director-writer Paul King (right) will helm the Labubu movie and artist Kasing Lung (left), who created the character, will serve as executive producer.
Director-writer Paul King (right) will helm the Labubu movie and artist Kasing Lung (left), who created the character, will serve as executive producer.

‘Overwhelming’ turnout at return of AP Yo-yo Open bodes well for growth of scene in Singapore

James Liew, eight, placed fourth among nine participants in international yo-yo competition AP Yo-yo Open 2026's U-14 division.
James Liew, eight, placed fourth among nine participants in international yo-yo competition AP Yo-yo Open 2026's U-14 division.

Labubu mania is over but Pop Mart bets it can survive with new toys

 The Monsters series still generated about a quarter of Pop Mart’s global sales volume in 2025 – roughly 100 million dolls.
 The Monsters series still generated about a quarter of Pop Mart’s global sales volume in 2025 – roughly 100 million dolls.

Mexico’s heartthrob security minister now available as miniature doll, topless or dressed as Batman

FILE PHOTO: Mexico's Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection Omar Garcia Harfuch looks on during a press conference confirming the detention of two suspects linked to the killing of former Uruapan mayor Carlos Manzo in November 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico, January 11, 2026. REUTERS/Quetzalli Nicte-Ha/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Mexico's Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection Omar Garcia Harfuch looks on during a press conference confirming the detention of two suspects linked to the killing of former Uruapan mayor Carlos Manzo in November 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico, January 11, 2026. REUTERS/Quetzalli Nicte-Ha/File Photo

The thrill lasts seconds, the trash lasts forever: The billion-dollar toy trend fuelling throwaway culture

Lego bets on Pokemon, interactive bricks as war in Middle East threatens higher costs

Lego is also dealing with sweeping tariffs put in place by US President Donald Trump.
Lego is also dealing with sweeping tariffs put in place by US President Donald Trump.

Snoopy x Lego: Lego launches its first Peanuts-themed building set

Comprising 964 pieces, Peanuts: Snoopy's Doghouse is available for pre-order on Lego’s Singapore website at $119.90.
Comprising 964 pieces, Peanuts: Snoopy's Doghouse is available for pre-order on Lego’s Singapore website at $119.90.

Inside the blind box economy: Why we can’t stop unboxing

North America currently dominates the global blind box market. Asia-Pacific, led by China and India, is the fastest-growing region.
North America currently dominates the global blind box market. Asia-Pacific, led by China and India, is the fastest-growing region.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.