In 1996, Tyco launched a toy called the Tickle Me Elmo that cost a mere $30 (£15). If you're not familiar with it then check it out on Wikipedia. It was so popular that parents attacked a Wal-Mart ...

This may be the year that chalk makes its mark on the National Toy Hall of Fame, or American Girl outmuscles He-Man for a place of honor. But don't count out Uno or Magic 8 Ball, which are also in the ...

Once again, Elmo is here to take over the holiday, causing parking lot brawls between otherwise-normal parents. Back in 1996, Tickle Me Elmo flew off store shelves. 12 years later, Elmo Live tells ...

Holiday shopping in Indianapolis has a unique look in 2021. As the COVID-19 pandemic lingers on, some shoppers are keeping on their masks. Many are buying online, as Cyber Monday and Black Friday ...

Less than 50 people--as opposed to the usual 1,000 or more--have seen a 10th anniversary edition of Elmo, the fuzzy, red Muppet with a falsetto voice, prior to its debut on "Good Morning America" next ...

Oct. 19, 2006 — -- Looking for one of those hot, new Tickle Me Elmo 10th Anniversary Edition dolls for the holidays? You may have some trouble tracking down one of the biggest must-have gifts of ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The holidays are here! For many, that could mean buying gifts. While shopping will look a lot different in 2020, one thing is the same---getting our hands on the hottest toy.

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