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Just too old, doll
Barbie won the battle, but at 50, can she win the war against the little Bratz, asks Lynley Donnelly.
Barbie comes out on top in Bratz battle
Toy manufacturer Mattel has won -million in damages in a copyright case which pitted its wholesome Barbie doll against the urban Bratz range.
Barbie versus Bratz in battle of the dolls
It is a classic tale of industrial espionage: top employees secretly speak to rival firms; computer files are destroyed; billions are at stake.
California sues 20 firms over toxic toys
California on Monday launched a lawsuit against 20 companies, accusing them of manufacturing or selling toys with illegal quantities of lead, a statement said. California…
Mattel apologises to China for massive toy recalls
The world’s largest toy maker, Mattel, apologised on Friday for damaging China’s reputation after recent massive recalls of its Chinese-made toys, admitting it targeted some…
US trade deficit declines slightly
The United States trade deficit declined slightly in July as record exports of farm goods, autos and other products offset a big jump in foreign oil prices. The deficit with…