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Whoopi Goldberg says her feelings were hurt over reaction to infamous Oscars dress

‘You have to remember, in those days, they would say things and you’d think, ‘Do I really look that ridiculous?’’

The Independent UK

What Failed Products Teach Us About Capitalism

Being able to take risks and having the freedom to try out wild ideas is the only process that leads to successful innovation.

Reason

It's a pink Halloween. Here are some of the most popular costumes of 2023

People are spending more money than ever on Halloween costumes. Here are the ones people are buying the most in 2023.

WEKU

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A Wheel of Fortune puzzle featured the funniest quote from Barbie

What a weird quote to use for a Wheel of Fortune puzzle.

USA Today Sports Media Group

These five toys are regular finalists for Hall of Fame honors. Now fans can vote one in

The National Toy Hall of Fame is celebrating its 25th anniversary with more public participation in the induction process

The Independent UK

First Thing: Biden to visit Israel at ‘critical moment’ for the region

US says it has reached agreement with Israeli government on provision of humanitarian relief for people in Gaza. Plus, how a little-known pollution rule keeps the air dirty for millions of Americans

The Guardian - UK

The big idea: why do we find cuteness so hard to resist?

Is there an evolutionary explanation for the likes of Barbie and Hello Kitty?

The Guardian - UK

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On my radar: Slavoj Žižek’s cultural highlights

The Slovenian cultural theorist on enjoying books that contradict him, Boots Riley’s hilarious TV series, and his ‘terrifying’ taste in food

The Guardian - UK

Things to do in London this Halloween, from KOKO Camden to Phantom Peak

From ghoulish goings on to freaky fright nights out, here’s every event to have on the radar this spooky season

Evening Standard

9 of the best 2023 Halloween costume ideas that aren’t Barbie or Ken

Prepare to see a lot of Oppenheimers this Halloween.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Birkenstock tripped over its own sandals trying to take a step in the IPO world

Over its 250-year history, Birkenstocks have endured wars, fashion revolutions and more—but can they endure the IPO market?

Fortune

Superhero Fans Owe a Huge Debt to This Unsung TV Director

Rachel Talalay has directed everything from 'Tank Girl' to CW's 'The Flash.' Speaking to Inverse, she sounds off on the industry she helped build — and what comes next.

Inverse

Barbie's 'humanity' is what made the movie a hit, Mattel execs say.

Mattel Films president Robbie Brenner and Mattel chief brand officer Lisa McKnight talked about the film's success at Fortune's Most Powerful Women Summit.

Fortune

Greta Gerwig at the London Film Festival on the thrill of making Barbie: ‘It was just infectious’

This year, the celebrated filmmaker became the first solo female director to make a $1bn movie

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The power of pink: how Barbie's popularity is pushing back against Kremlin control of information

Underground screenings of the summer’s Hollywood blockbuster Barbie are now being shown around Russia, despite the film being frowned on by government officials.

The Guardian - UK

‘Just joy’: Greta Gerwig discusses reaction to Barbie at London film festival

Director recalls enjoyment of making highest-grossing film of the year and says she was ‘so moved’ by response

The Independent UK

Sunak squirms on This Morning as he asks if he’s ‘ashamed’ over Braverman’s ‘hurricane’ rhetoric

PM claims Britan welcomes immigrants ‘better than any country in the world’

Reason

Review: The Authoritarianism of Barbieland

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Gorka Marquez channels Ryan Gosling’s Ken as Strictly teases Barbie inspired routine

The Spanish professional dancer has some serious ‘Ken-ergy’ going on in a clip shared on social media

The Independent UK

Strictly cast receive the Barbie treatment as they recreate ‘I’m Just Ken’ video

Gorka Márquez stepped into Ryan Gosling’s shoes ahead of Movie Week

The Conversation

Yes, the original Barbie is a stereotype — but children also create their own 'Barbie worlds'

With the blockbuster success of the Barbie movie and the related expansion of Barbie branding and merchandising, educators and parents may find themselves wondering about Barbie’s original purpose: as a child’s toy.

The Independent UK

Stevie Nicks gets her own Barbie: ‘I am her and she is me’

Music legend, 75, grew emotional as she unveiled doll on stage at New York’s Madison Square Gardens

Investors Business Daily

Mattel Stock Rides 'Barbie' Movie Success Near Buy Point. Now The Toymaker Eyes $300 Billion Market.

Mattel stock nears a buy point. Analysts are bullish on the toymaker's film prospects after the success of the Barbie movie.

Fortune

Top Democrat Mark Warner rips government shutdown: 'Nothing could be worse timing or more stupid than cutting off aid for Ukraine'

"I can't decide right now if we're seeing a playout of the Hunger Games or the battle of the Kens from the Barbie movie," Warner said about Congress.

The Independent UK

A Barbie exhibition is coming to the Design Museum next year

Exhibition will celebrate 65 years of life in plastic

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