National Emergency Scholarship Fund for Student Parents
In the United States, more than one in five college students — over 3.8 million individuals — are raising children while pursuing their education. These student parents are among the most determined, high-performing, and overlooked students on campus. Despite earning higher GPAs than their non-parenting peers, student parents face unique barriers: time poverty, unaffordable childcare, […]
20th Anniversary Still Life Gold 8″ Dunny by Tristan Eaton x Kidrobot
Tristan Eaton and Kidrobot have dropped the 20th Anniversary Still Life Gold 8″ Dunny vinyl art toy, the latest in a series of figures and products celebrating the historic milestone of the iconic Dunny platform figure that Eaton created just over 20 years ago (!). This third Still Life edition brings the bling with a […]
US Foods Now Accepting Applications for $360,000 in Scholarships
ROSEMONT, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–US Foods Holding Corp. (NYSE: USFD), one of America’s largest foodservice distributors, today announced that applications for the company’s 2025 US Foods Scholars program are now being accepted through May 12. The company’s signature scholarship program offers 18 need-based scholarships of $20,000 each to students pursuing degrees in culinary arts, baking and pastry, […]
Mattel Debuts Hot Wheels Ferrari Collection
The Hot Wheels Ferrari collection is here. Mattel debuted nine 1:64 die-cast models in its first collection in more than a decade. A boxed set of two limited-edition die-cast cars is available for pre-order through Mattel Creations. The set features a Ferrari 312 P and a Ferrari 499P Modificata. The Ferrari 312 P is a […]
Douglas’ New Cuddle Bugs Plush Are Anything but Pests
These plush animals will bug families in the best way imaginable. Douglas’ Cuddle Bug line features adorable toys that kids will love (and parents won’t want to exterminate). Rosy is a moth that’s all about lightness and playtime. | Source: Douglas This caterpillar is growing in a colorful way. | Source: Douglas Add the charm […]
Solid Gold Dungby and Pooba by Andrew Bell
While we can’t promise winning a jackpot is in your future, we do know that Andrew Bell has some toy treasure waiting for you in Las Vegas. Yep, that’s right the lovable (?) Dungby (& Pooba) in Solid Gold (paint) are debuting at DesignerCon (11.15 – 11.17). The latest edition of the endearing sofubi set […]
Featured Scholarships: April 2025 – Scholarship America
The busiest part of the scholarship season is winding down, but there are still plenty of great opportunities out there! This month, we’re featuring a generous new program from the CLA Foundation, offering $15,000 scholarships to 75 students in eligible locations around the U.S. We’re also spotlighting the Brave of Heart fund, which provides up […]
CardVault by Tom Brady Expands with New Flagship Location
CardVault by Tom Brady is opening a new flagship store. Located in New Jersey’s American Dream Mall, the store will offer a premium experience for buyers and collectors. The new store is the first location outside the Boston area; other locations are TD Garden, Gillette Stadium, and Foxwoods Resort Casino. It is the first fully-branded […]
Crayola Light-Ups Review | The Toy Insider
James Zahn James Zahn, AKA The Rock Father, is Editor-in-Chief of The Toy Book and Co-President of The International Toy Magazines Association (ITMA). He is also a Senior Editor at The Toy Insider and The Pop Insider, and Editor of The Toy Report, The Toy Book‘s weekly industry newsletter. As a pop culture and toy […]
DesignerCon Exclusive Gold Suit Aitsu by Punk Drunkers
DesignerCon has teamed up with Punk Drunkers on a very special DesignerCon Exclusive. Sparkling with the Vegas Vibe, the Gold Suit Aitsu sofubi features their signature character ready to hit the casino. This special edition will be available only to holders of a DesignerCon Vincents NFT — a very nice perk indeed. The DesignerCon Exclusive […]