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August 30, 2023

LEGO Creates Braille Bricks for Blind and Visually Impaired Children

LEGOs are a staple of childhood learning and creativity. Whether one chooses to follow the instructions or set out into the building unknown, these blocks are as stimulating to the brain as they are painful to the unsuspecting foot. The tactile nature of the blocks, which fit into one another with little raised prongs, is ideal for accessibility.

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August 24, 2023

LEGO Introduces ‘The Insect Collection’ With Accompanying ASMR Playlist

LEGO sets are usually associated with building small replicas of tall buildings and large objects, like a Japanese castle or...

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August 8, 2023

Mattel Releases “Weird Barbie” Doll Based on ‘Barbie’ Movie Character

All around the world, people are flocking to see Greta Gerwig's Barbie movie, and it's easy to understand.

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August 4, 2023

Man With Ultra-Rare One Ring Magic Card Sells It to Post Malone for $2 Million

In June, a retail worker in Toronto had a life-changing moment when he discovered an ultra-rare trading card. “One Ring” is a one-of-a-kind card that was created for the tabletop fantasy card game Magic: The Gathering. Part of a collection celebrating The Lord of the Rings, it brings together two iconic fandoms, making it even more valuable.

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July 31, 2023

LEGO Unveils 4,803-Piece ‘Harry Potter’ Set of Gringotts Wizarding Bank

When we think of Harry Potter locations, Hogwarts is usually the first to come to mind.

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July 27, 2023

Which Barbie Are You? Take This Fun Personality Quiz to Find Out

Greta Gerwig's hit Barbie movie has got everyone talking about the iconic doll.

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July 26, 2023

Barbie Dolls That Traveled to Space Are Now on Exhibit at the Smithsonian

This Barbie is an astronaut. This Barbie is a scientist. This Barbie is a Smithsonian star. “Barbie goes to space” is a story which began in 1965, when Miss Astronaut debuted. This earliest space Barbie was actually a space outfit to be added to existing dolls, but it was remarkably timely—released only two years after the first woman in space, Valentina Tereshkova.

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July 24, 2023

You Can Download Instructions for Over 6,800 Lego Sets For Free at the Internet Archive

Nothing beats the excitement of opening a brand new LEGO set and unloading those shiny bricks.

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July 8, 2023

Designer Creates Charming LEGO Tribute to Photographer Ansel Adams

As one of the most famous landscape photographers of all time, Ansel Adams has inspired generations of photography lovers.

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July 3, 2023

LEGO Introduces a 2,660-Piece Hogwarts Castle and Grounds Set That Harry Potter Fans Will Love

Whether you are a fan of Harry Potter or not, you’ve likely heard of Hogwarts. Though it’s often the backdrop to the adventures of Harry Potter and his friends, thee wizarding school is almost like a character itself. The castle and its grounds are home to enigmatic creatures and deadly secrets, many of them crucial to the development of the series.

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