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Bluey Balloon to Debut at 2022 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today BBC Studios and Macy's, announced that Bluey, the star of the hit series Bluey will soar above the streets of New York City as a new giant character balloon in the 96th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®.

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  • The Bluey balloon will make its debut with 3.5 million spectators and 50 million viewers nationwide on Thursday, November 24, in the world-famous Parade.
  • "Millions of families will be thrilled to see Bluey celebrate her first New York Thanksgiving as she soars above the streets of Manhattan on Parade Day."
  • "Being part of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is a true highlight for Bluey," said Rebecca Glashow, Chief Executive Officer, Global Distribution, BBC Studios.
  • The Bluey balloon was created by Macy's Parade Studio's team of artists and measures 51-feet long, 37-feet wide and 52-feet tall.

Spin Master Entertainment Doctors Up a Fresh Spin on Preschool with New Animated Series "Vida the Vet"™

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Thursday, June 23, 2022

"Spin Master Entertainment has deep experience creating award-winning content and engaging stories for preschoolers that are infused with a sense of play," said Jennifer Dodge, Spin Master's President of Entertainment.

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  • "Spin Master Entertainment has deep experience creating award-winning content and engaging stories for preschoolers that are infused with a sense of play," said Jennifer Dodge, Spin Master's President of Entertainment.
  • Spin Master Entertainment is orchestrating a strategic global franchise roll-out and will lead consumer products cross-category licensing worldwide, starting with toys in 2024.
  • Vida the Vet complements Spin Master Entertainment's overall content pipeline of multiplatform entertainment all created with children in mind.
  • Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) is a leading global children's entertainment company, creating exceptional play experiences through its three creative centres: Toys, Entertainment and Digital Games.

Angry Birds Lands New Channel on Atmosphere

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Atmospheres Angry Birds channel brings several different series from the Angry Birds universe, including Angry Birds Toons and its spinoffs: Angry Birds Stella, Angry Birds Makerspace, Angry Birds Slingshot Stories and Angry Birds Blues, featuring the boisterous hatchlings from the Angry Birds movies.

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  • Atmospheres Angry Birds channel brings several different series from the Angry Birds universe, including Angry Birds Toons and its spinoffs: Angry Birds Stella, Angry Birds Makerspace, Angry Birds Slingshot Stories and Angry Birds Blues, featuring the boisterous hatchlings from the Angry Birds movies.
  • I've been a fan of Angry Birds for a long time and now I get to play it with my kids, says Leo Resig, Atmosphere CEO & Co-founder.
  • Were excited to be bringing Angry Birds to Atmosphere and to introduce Angry Birds to fans in a new way.
  • Rovio has produced The Angry Birds Movie (2016), and its sequel, The Angry Birds Movie 2 was released in 2019.

Teletubbies Celebrate Their "Love Who You Are" Spirit With Big Hugs and Ready-to-rave Fashion During 2021 Pride Month

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Thursday, May 20, 2021

b'The Colorful Foursome launches first-ever, limited-edition adult fashion collection featuring 90s-inspired streetwear, with proceeds benefitting GLAAD\nNEW YORK, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -The Teletubbies have tuned their antennas to Pride Month.

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  • b'The Colorful Foursome launches first-ever, limited-edition adult fashion collection featuring 90s-inspired streetwear, with proceeds benefitting GLAAD\nNEW YORK, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -The Teletubbies have tuned their antennas to Pride Month.
  • "This Pride Month, we\'re celebrating that \'love who you are\' spirit through our Collection of ready-to-rave fashion that makes Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po very proud.
  • We\'ve taken the most iconic elements fans know and love about the Teletubbies and designed a playful Collection with fashion flair that we hope fans will love to wear this Pride Month and all year-long.
  • "\nLaunching today, the Teletubbies Pride Collection features 90s-inspired streetwear that\'s both iconic and nostalgic, including a bucket hat, sling bag, muscle tee and tube socks.

April 1 Alert: Teletubbies Launch New Cryptocurrency Tubbycoin

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Thursday, April 1, 2021

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif., April 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - The Teletubbies announced today that, in response to the overwhelming global demand for cryptocurrencies, they have launched TubbyCoin, an innovative new cryptocurrency employing the groundbreaking power of HugTech.

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  • COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif., April 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - The Teletubbies announced today that, in response to the overwhelming global demand for cryptocurrencies, they have launched TubbyCoin, an innovative new cryptocurrency employing the groundbreaking power of HugTech.
  • tokens on social media with anyone who needs a hug, accompanied by the hashtag #TubbyCoin.
  • Then, sit back and let HugTechdo the rest, as your TubbyCoin grows in value by collecting good vibes from being so nice.
  • Michael Riley, Chief Brands Officer of Teletubbies owner WildBrain, said: "I'd like to wish everyone a Happy April Fools' Day!

Moose Toys Secures Toy Rights to Silvergate Media's Hit IP Octonauts

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021

Moose Toys, an innovative leader in the toy industry, is launching a brand-new Octonauts toy line in partnership with Silvergate Media.

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  • Moose Toys, an innovative leader in the toy industry, is launching a brand-new Octonauts toy line in partnership with Silvergate Media.
  • "We're incredibly honored to partner with Silvergate to bring the next chapter of Octonauts to fans across the world.
  • The rich storyline and characters make for an incredible sandbox to develop fun, original toys," said Joe Smith, senior director of global marketing, licensed brands, Moose Toys.
  • As part of the deal, Moose Toys will create a full range of Octonauts toys including figures, vehicles, playsets, plush, games and more.

Comcast Makes More Than Two Dozen More Entertainment Networks and Subscription Video Services Available for Free

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Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Comcast today announced it is making on demand programming from more than two dozen more entertainment networks and subscription video services available for its Xfinity X1 and Flex customers to enjoy for free in the coming weeks.

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  • Comcast today announced it is making on demand programming from more than two dozen more entertainment networks and subscription video services available for its Xfinity X1 and Flex customers to enjoy for free in the coming weeks.
  • Latino Networks and Subscription Video Services: CBeebies, Cinelatino, Cine Sony, Cinema Dinamita MX, Kanal D Drama, Kids Central en espaol, Pantaya, RCN Novelas, Universo, ViendoMovies and Vme Kids.
  • International Networks and Subscription Video Services: Filipino On Demand, GMA Pinoy, Hi-YAH!, KOCOWA (all programs subtitled in English) and TV5MONDE.
  • The above programming partners join a broad range of other premium networks and subscription video services making on demand programming available free for Xfinity TV and Internet customers.

Comcast Launches Xfinity Education Destination for Kids K-12 with Thousands of Free Resources

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Tuesday, March 31, 2020

A subset of the education collection is also available on Xfinity Flex and across devices via the Xfinity Stream app and website.

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  • A subset of the education collection is also available on Xfinity Flex and across devices via the Xfinity Stream app and website.
  • Educational series from networks and streaming services including Animal Planet, HISTORY, Nick Jr., PBS KIDS, Smithsonian Channel and more.
  • Spanish language programming available from networks including CBeebies, Discovery Familia and Kids Central.
  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with three primary businesses: Comcast Cable, NBCUniversal, and Sky.

Sesame Workshop Content To Be Featured On 'Edye,' HITN's New SVOD Platform For Preschoolers

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Thursday, April 11, 2019

"We are very excited to include Sesame Workshop's content in the launch of our new SVOD preschool service Edye.

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  • "We are very excited to include Sesame Workshop's content in the launch of our new SVOD preschool service Edye.
  • We have been carefully handpicking every single title that will be featured at the launch of our service and having Sesame Workshop content is a shining example of that effort.
  • A coproduction of Sesame Workshop and the BBC's CBeebies, the show aims to strengthen children's problem-solving skills.
  • Edye has concentrated an impressive catalog of children's content with programming from some of the most important producers in the industry.

Waffle the Wonder Dog Adopted by Broadcasters Internationally

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Friday, November 9, 2018

Recently greenlit for a second season by CBeebies, Waffle the Wonderdog is a live action preschool series about a family that adopts an adorable talking dog.

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  • Recently greenlit for a second season by CBeebies, Waffle the Wonderdog is a live action preschool series about a family that adopts an adorable talking dog.
  • "We're really happy that broadcasters are rolling out Waffle the Wonder Dog for viewers, worldwide," said Jerry Diaz, VP Distribution, DHX Media.
  • Darrall Macqueen recently announced the appointment of Golden Bear as master toy licensee for Waffle the Wonder Dog.
  • Waffle the Wonder Dog (60 x 11') is a charming, original comedy drama series for children aged 4 7 and their families.