DreamWorks Slap Bracelets Recalled

Studio Fun International is recalling children’s slap bracelets sold with storybooks in the U.S. due to a laceration hazard. CT Post reported that the bracelets’ metal band can wear through the fabric. So far, there have been five reports of children receiving cuts to the hands or fingers from the toy. The item was included…

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Let’s Talk About Those New iPhones

Yesterday was the big day for fans of Apple products. Tim Cook taking to the stage at the Steve Jobs Theater and saying, “One More Thing” is to techies what Bruce Springsteen hinting that he’s about to play “Born to Run” after an already 2-hour long set is to everyone from New Jersey. Yesterday, Apple…

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‘Tis the Season To Start Thinking of Holiday Promotions

When you’re young, the holiday season is nothing but relaxing and exciting. You had a few days off from school, your house was filled with the smell of delicious meals and you got to see family members you hadn’t seen in a while. It was fun. It was stress-free. It was short-lived. As we get…

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Bangladesh Poised to Overtake China As Top Apparel Supplier to EU

The face of global apparel manufacturing is changing. As countries like China become more expensive for manufacturing, companies are taking their business elsewhere. Some are finding ways to create products in the U.S. through new automation technology, and others are moving to places like Ethiopia. The biggest shift, however, has been to Southeast Asia. And…

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UN Sanctions Could End North Korean ‘Made in China’ Apparel

Though it’s common knowledge now that some apparel that boasts “Made in China” tags are actually made in North Korean factories, new United Nations sanctions on North Korea could put a stop to that. The UN Security Council unanimously voted to impose new sanctions on North Korea yesterday, which includes a complete ban on textile…

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How Bending Smartphones Could Impact the Industry

Today is the day of the big iPhone announcement. And, like many people, we’re excited to see what Apple has in store for its next generation of smartphone products. But, Apple isn’t the only game in town anymore. The likes of Samsung have been big-time challengers for the smartphone crown for years now, and Samsung’s…

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