# world magazine (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover world magazine. Page: Feed: --- ## [Jacqueline Taylor-Foo to step down from Jumbo role](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/jacqueline-taylor-foo-to-step-down-from-jumbo-role/) _2026-08-26 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Bethan Garton will take over as Jumbo’s Commercial Director for the UK and Ireland in September. After nearly four years with Jumbo Group, where she headed up the UK and Ireland operation based in Cheadle, Jacqueline Taylor-Foo has decided to … Continue reading → The post Jacqueline Taylor-Foo to step down from Jumbo role appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion… ## [Ty UK appoints new National Account Manager](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/ty-uk-appoints-new-national-account-manager/) _2026-08-26 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Kristina Sundby-McKie will bring a wealth of toy and gift sector knowledge to her new role with Ty UK. Ty UK is delighted to announce the appointment of its new National Account Manager, Kristina Sundby-McKie, who joins the Ty team … Continue reading → The post Ty UK appoints new National Account Manager appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys . ## [New toy trade football match to take place in LA in September](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/new-toy-trade-football-match-to-take-place-in-la-in-september/) _2026-08-26 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Two full squads of global toy industry players, including significant representation from the UK, will compete for the inaugural LA Trophy. There is a long tradition of football matches taking place during international toy events, including the popular game held … Continue reading → The post New toy trade football match to take place in LA in September appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The… ## [Hamleys unveils Savile Row teddy bear collection](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/hamleys-unveils-savile-row-teddy-bear-collection/) _2026-08-26 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ The limited-edition range of bespoke bears launches to mark National Teddy Bear Day and will be on display in Hamleys’ Regent Street store. Hamleys is marking National Teddy Bear Day (9th September) and celebrating its 266th birthday with the unveiling … Continue reading → The post Hamleys unveils Savile Row teddy bear collection appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a… ## [Autumn Fair announces full Counter Talks programme](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/autumn-fair-unveils-full-counter-talks-programme/) _2026-08-26 · Anna Whyte · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ From AI and social commerce to retail crime, licensing, visual merchandising and the latest consumer trends, Autumn Fair’s finalised agenda offers four days of free, practical insight for retailers. Autumn Fair has unveiled the full programme for its new Counter … Continue reading → The post Autumn Fair announces full Counter Talks programme appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business… ## [Strong demand and brand relevance drive Lego revenue up 21% in H1 2026](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/strong-demand-and-brand-relevance-drive-lego-revenue-up-21-in-h1-2026/) _2026-08-25 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Consumer sales also grew 22%, driven by strong demand across a broad product range and excitement for the Lego brand. The Lego Group has reported its financial results for the first half of 2026, with revenue and operating profit both … Continue reading → The post Strong demand and brand relevance drive Lego revenue up 21% in H1 2026 appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine… ## [The Toy Association and Javits Center announce Toy Fair dates through 2032](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/the-toy-association-and-javits-center-announce-toy-fair-dates-through-2032/) _2026-08-25 · Anna Whyte · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ A historic five-year partnership between The Toy Association and Javits Center reinforces New York City as a global marketplace for the toy industry. The Toy Association and the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center have announced a five-year partnership for Toy … Continue reading → The post The Toy Association and Javits Center announce Toy Fair dates through 2032 appeared first on Toy World Magazine… ## [Wilton Bradley opens new showroom in LA](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/wilton-bradley-opens-new-showroom-in-la/) _2026-08-25 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Visitors to LA will be able to see Wilton Bradley’s latest product launches in its new showroom from 14th–25th September. This September, Wilton Bradley is opening the doors to its new Los Angeles showroom and inviting customers, partners and industry … Continue reading → The post Wilton Bradley opens new showroom in LA appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion… ## [Smyths Toys to offer free Harry Potter Lego sets](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/smyths-toys-to-offer-free-harry-potter-lego-sets/) _2026-08-25 · Anna Whyte · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Smyths is bringing magic to its stores across the UK and Ireland this weekend with free Lego Dumbledore Office with Harry Potter sets. Smyths Toys Superstores is giving away free Harry Potter Lego sets on Saturday 29th of August from … Continue reading → The post Smyths Toys to offer free Harry Potter Lego sets appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys . ## [Mattel launches Uno Championship Series](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/mattel-launches-uno-championship-series/) _2026-08-25 · Anna Whyte · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Mattel is taking Uno gameplay to the next level with a competitive live entertainment experience with a grand prize of $50,000. Mattel has announced the launch of Uno Championship Series, a competitive live event that transforms the popular traditional card … Continue reading → The post Mattel launches Uno Championship Series appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a… ## [CLI-first decentralized GPU compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OBTa0Cvb2lb7) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Pay workers or run your GPU for FFmpeg transcode and AI inference. ## [That’s Entertainment… it’s the Friday Blog!](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/thats-entertainment-its-the-friday-blog/) _2026-08-21 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Alongside the huge number of squishy toys, Pokemon trading cards and Lego which have been sold by toy retailers so far this year, movie-related toys have flown slightly below the hype radar. But make no mistake, there have been several … Continue reading → The post That’s Entertainment… it’s the Friday Blog! appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys . ## [Fizz Creations expands digital gaming portfolio with Hasbro](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/fizz-creations-expands-digital-gaming-portfolio-with-hasbro/) _2026-08-21 · Anna Whyte · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Fizz Creations will be transforming some of Hasbro’s most popular titles, including Monopoly and Operation, into a pocket-sized format. Fizz Creations has collaborated with Hasbro to develop a brand-new range of portable digital games inspired by some of the world’s … Continue reading → The post Fizz Creations expands digital gaming portfolio with Hasbro appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The… ## [Tonies data reveals growth in global revenue by 41% in H1 2026](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/tonies-data-reveals-growth-in-global-revenue-by-41-in-h1-2026/) _2026-08-21 · Anna Whyte · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ In H1 2026, Tonies saw growth across its North America, DACH and Rest of the World segments, and predicts this trend will continue to the end of the year. Tonies has delivered another period of strong, profitable growth across segments … Continue reading → The post Tonies data reveals growth in global revenue by 41% in H1 2026 appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a… ## [Goliath builds on strong momentum across growing toy business](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/goliath-builds-on-strong-momentum-across-growing-toy-business/) _2026-08-21 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Goliath strengthens its marketing leadership with the appointment of Liz Grampp as VP, North America Marketing to support continued growth. Goliath’s toy business continues to gain momentum, with an expanding portfolio and growing presence across categories. As the company builds … Continue reading → The post Goliath builds on strong momentum across growing toy business appeared first on Toy World… ## [John Lewis unveils Top 10 toys of 2026](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/john-lewis-unveils-top-10-toys-of-2026/) _2026-08-20 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ With 127 days to go until Christmas, John Lewis has revealed this year’s Top 10 toys predicted to top wishlists across the generations. This year, John Lewis has predicted the Top 10 toys set to dominate wishlists and bring families … Continue reading → The post John Lewis unveils Top 10 toys of 2026 appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys . ## [Poundland owner considers sale just a year after £1 takeover](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/poundland-owner-considers-sale-just-a-year-after-1-takeover/) _2026-08-20 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Gordon Brothers is reportedly discussing plans with advisers to launch an auction for Poundland, though no final decision has been reached. Gordon Brothers, the American retail-focused investment firm and owner of Poundland, has revealed it is exploring the sale of … Continue reading → The post Poundland owner considers sale just a year after £1 takeover appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The… ## [Phil O’nion seeks new opportunity](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/phil-onion-seeks-new-opportunity/) _2026-08-20 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ With a total of 34 years experience within the Toy and Gift market, Phil is looking to start a new chapter in the industry and bring his years of experience to the role. Phil O’nion is seeking a new opportunity … Continue reading → The post Phil O’nion seeks new opportunity appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys . ## [Bluey and Minecraft take centre stage with two new sessions at BLE](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/bluey-and-minecraft-take-centre-stage-with-two-new-sessions-at-ble/) _2026-08-20 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ BBC Studios’ Suzy Raia and XBox’s Bob Brennecke will both hold fireside chats, giving the BLE audience exclusive insight into two hugely successful global franchises. BBC Studios and XBox are the latest big names to join the Brand Licensing Europe … Continue reading → The post Bluey and Minecraft take centre stage with two new sessions at BLE appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business… ## [Australian toy market surges +13% in first half of 2026](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/australian-toy-market-surges-13-in-first-half-of-2026/) _2026-08-20 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Strong consumer demand, licensed toys and premium purchases are driving growth across the Australian toy market. Australia’s toy market delivered a strong performance in the first half of 2026, with sales increasing 13% in value compared with the same period … Continue reading → The post Australian toy market surges +13% in first half of 2026 appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business… ## [StyleStix rolls into 15 Smyths Toys Superstores](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/stylestix-rolls-into-15-smyths-toys-superstores/) _2026-08-19 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ Free sampling day saw families across the UK customise trainers, bags and jackets with StyleStix, as Click brought the collectible brand to shoppers in person for the first time. Click brought StyleStix, the new wearable sticker system, to 15 Smyths … Continue reading → The post StyleStix rolls into 15 Smyths Toys Superstores appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a… ## [Screen Share With Real Control (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/5arjIhauCIpb) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control — open source, like Screenhero. ## [Etopia to host Amazon event for toy brands](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/etopia-to-host-amazon-event-for-toy-brands/) _2026-08-19 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ In partnership with Xnurta, the event is designed to help toy brands make the most of the crucial Q4 trading period while starting to think ahead to 2027. Etopia is excited to invite industry members to another special event next … Continue reading → The post Etopia to host Amazon event for toy brands appeared first on Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys . ## [Starlight and WHSmith partner to bring power of play to children in hospital](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/starlight-and-whsmith-partner-to-bring-power-of-play-to-children-in-hospital/) _2026-08-19 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ New products will support children’s health and wellbeing in hospitals while supporting the charity’s work. The UK’s leading play in healthcare charity, Starlight, has announced a new partnership with WHSmith to help boost opportunities to access the therapeutic power of … Continue reading → The post Starlight and WHSmith partner to bring power of play to children in hospital appeared first on Toy… ## [WeCool Toys grows licensed range with Minecraft and Harry Potter](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/wecool-toys-grows-licensed-range-with-minecraft-and-harry-potter/) _2026-08-18 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ The Minecraft range is led by WeCool’s Butter Cloudz compound platform, while the Harry Potter range includes slime-based kits inspired by the Wizarding World. WeCool Toys has expanded its global licensing portfolio with the addition of Minecraft and Harry Potter, … Continue reading → The post WeCool Toys grows licensed range with Minecraft and Harry Potter appeared first on Toy World Magazine |… ## [Argos expands Playmobil range to 300+ products ahead of Christmas](https://toyworldmag.co.uk/argos-expands-playmobil-range-to-300-products-ahead-of-christmas/) _2026-08-18 · Caroline Tonks · Toy World Magazine | The business magazine with a passion for toys_ The expansive Playmobil range will include the Private Jet and Fire Rescue Operation with Underwater Motor that are exclusive to Argos. Argos is expanding its partnership with Playmobil to offer its largest-ever product range, growing from four products at launch … Continue reading → The post Argos expands Playmobil range to 300+ products ahead of Christmas appeared first on Toy World Magazine |…