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· Carl Samson
Donald Trump is Trying to Make iPhones, Jeans, and Sex Toys Way More Expensive
A looming trade war between the United States and China has been speculated since Donald Trump claimed that the east Asian giant is “stealing” American jobs. That comment, among other remarks, pushed many to contemplate consequences for both countries, whether favorable or not.…
· Ryan General
14-Year-Old Australian Boy Earns $10,000 In One Week Reselling Chinese-Made Toys
A 14-year-old Australian teenager has made thousands of dollars re-selling Chinese toys in Australia. Will Deeth, a Toowoomba Christian College student, buys toys in China during trips with his parents and then sells them online and through his pop up shops back at home.…
· Editorial Staff
The Kaplan Twins: These Sisters ‘Sleep’ With Superhero Toys and Sell Them for $333 on Instagram
Identical twin sisters who are “sleeping” with children’s superhero figurines are posting suggestive photos on Instagram and selling each one for $333 a pop. The Kaplan Twins are young artists based in Los Angeles who are currently working on a project called Boy Toys. The work…
· Ryan General
Chinese ‘Claw Machine God’ Grabs Over 3,000 Stuffed Toys, Becomes Arcade Owners’ Worst Nightmare
The claw machine, while looking deceptively easy, is arguably one of the most challenging games in any arcade. If you are the competitive type who does not like losing, it is best to stay away — unless, of course, you are as skillful as Chen Zhitong from China who is considered…
· Riley Schatzle
Tech Employee Spends $476,000 on Online Strippers and Sex Toys Using Company Card
A “national solutions architect” for a St. Louis-based company was indicted last week by federal authorities for using nearly half a million dollars in company funds to pay for online strippers. John David Berrett, 40, is accused of falsifying expense reports from September 2013…
· Ryan General
Japanese Photographer Takes the Most Badass Superhero Pics Using Action Figures
A Japanese photographer has been mesmerizing both photography and comic book fans by merging the worlds of DC and Marvel comics into surreal and meticulously done images. The Osaka-based photographer, who uses the Instagram handle Hot.kenobi, creates playful, fun scenes with…
· Ryan General
‘Uncivilized’ Tourist Smashes Seagulls Wings After Security Catches Him
Kunming City, the modern capital of China’s southern Yunnan Province, is a refuge for thousands of migratory seagulls from Siberia during the winter season. Each year, the birds travel over 2 thousand miles to migrate to the south, seeking a safe haven. Unfortunately, some of…
· Khier Casino
MTV Writer Tries to Show How Racist Senator Jeff Sessions Is, Completely Backfires
MTV Writer Causes Twitter Storm After Joking Senator Stole Granddaughter From Toys ‘R’ Us MTV News culture reporter Ira Madison III sparked social media outrage after he mocked Senator Jeff Sessions’ Asian-American granddaughter, tweeting that Sessions stole her from Toys “R” Us.
· Khier Casino
Undercover Photos Reveal Horrific Working Conditions in a Chinese Toy Factory
China Labor Watch investigators went undercover at four toy factories where workers make products for Disney, Mattel, Fisher-Price and McDonald’s for 11 hours a day, seven days a week, and all for minimum wage. The investigation in southern China’s Guangdong Province discovered…
· Ryan General
Robot Sex Conference Banned in Malaysia Moves to London
The international conference on sex robots previously slated to be held in the Malaysia will now be moved to London after the country banned it for being “illegal.” Top scientists in the field of robotics, artificial intelligence and other related technologies are set to convene…
· Ryan General
Husband Forced to Sell Life-Sized Pokémon to Save His Marriage
Three giant Pokémon plush toys almost cost a Singaporean husband his marriage after his wife threatened to leave him for buying them. The falling out was somehow averted, however, after concerned netizens stepped in to help out. The man, identified only by his online marketplace…
· Laura Dang
Eerie Photos Reveal What Fukushima Looks Like 4 Years After the Nuclear Disaster
One photographer had the opportunity to get a rare look inside the abandoned radioactive towns of Fukushima, Japan four years after two natural disasters triggered a meltdown at the nuclear plant. Arkadiusz Podniesiński, 44, is a Polish photographer and filmmaker who received…
· Editorial Staff
These Identical Twins Are Going to Make $8,000 Selling Art Made With Their Butts
The Kaplan Twins are back at it again, only this time they’re selling butt art for $1,000 a piece. The young artists attracted attention back in April for their Boy Toys project where they slept with children’s superhero figures and sold each for $333.
· Editorial Staff
Japanese Sex Festival Forced to Shut Down Because Too Many People Want to Try VR Porn
Japan recently held its first virtual reality porn festival, but the event was prematurely cut due to overcrowding. Formally dubbed Adult VR Fest 01, the gathering featured sex toys, simulation gadgets and other equipment living up to promise. Unfortunately, the festival had an…
· Ryan General
Entrepreneur Who Made $1 Million Before He Turned 18 Reveals How He Did it
Serial entrepreneur, speaker and author Cameron Johnson shared his thoughts on what inspired him to start his first business, how he made his first million and the only thing he splurges on. Cameron Johnson started running an array of businesses as a young boy. Doing ventures…
· Editorial Staff
China is Aiming for an Epic Economic Comeback With Rice Cookers and Smart Toilet Seats
China is hoping sales of rice cookers and smart toilet seats will pick up its economy. The Chinese government plans to focus on driving the economy with domestic consumption rather than trade and investment. According to South China Morning Post, cabinet documents reveal that…
· Editorial Staff
Gwyneth Paltrow Just Endorsed a $15,000 Golden Dildo
Gwyneth Paltrow is known for endorsing many outrageous products, including her $220 smoothie, her bee sting therapy and now her $15,000 golden dildo. The 43-year-old actress is recommending a 24-karat gold dildo named INEZ for individuals who want to take their sexual pleasure…
· Laura Dang
Lego’s Billionaire Owner Kjeld Kristiansen Names Son as His Successor
Lego’s billionaire owner recently announced his 37-year-old son will succeed him as vice chairman of the iconic company, which brought in a record-breaking $1.3 billion in profit last year. Kjeld Kirk Kristiansen, 68, is the richest Dane in the world, according to a Forbes…
· Editorial Staff
How One Girl’s Trip to Costco Got Her Into All 5 Ivy League Schools and Stanford
High-school senior Brittany Stinson shared a personal statement that subsequently got her admitted into five Ivy League schools and Stanford. The achievement is quite impressive seeing how Stanford, the “Ivy League of the West,” had a lower acceptance rate than any Ivy League at…
· Laura Dang
This NFL Player Lost $2 Million in 90 Days Because of One Terrible Business Decision
There are plenty of stories about pro athletes blowing their fortunes on guilty pleasures and flashy toys, but even the most financially wise aren’t guaranteed a life of financial security.
Anime → Toei Animation
Anime connects to Sony, Toei Animation, and Bandai Namco through streaming, studios, licensing, merch, and games.
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Bandai Namco Holdings
Bandai Namco sits behind toys, anime IP, games, and licensing that turn fandom into everyday consumer products.
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Pop Mart
Pop Mart turned blind-box designer toys into a global craze — Labubu queues, resale markups, and sold-out drops from Bangkok to Los Angeles.
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Toei Animation
Toei Animation is tied to some of the biggest anime franchises and the global licensing machine around them.