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WildBrain Drums Up ‘Jungle Beat’ Partnership with Sunrise Animation Studios

WildBrain, a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment, has partnered with Jungle Beat Animation Limited to manage worldwide distribution rights for all content in the popular animated kids’ property, Jungle Beat. The exclusive partnership will see WildBrain leverage its 360-degree offering to grow the global footprint of the Jungle Beat brand through worldwide distribution, including YouTube channel management and ad sales on its premium kids’ and family AVOD network, as well as linear broadcast in Canada on its Family Channel.

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Epic Rights Named Worldwide Licensing Agent for New Kids on the Block

On the heels of their latest release, the high-octane anthem “Bring Back The Time,” and their North American Mixtape Tour, legendary multi-platinum pop artists, New Kids on the Block “NKOTB,” have appointed Epic Rights as their global licensing agent to develop a global merchandise program worldwide.

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Beco Proud to Have Achieved Carbon Neutrality

Beco has announced that as of April 22, 2022 (Earth Day) they are leading the way in encouraging the pet industry to become more sustainable by achieving carbon neutrality. Working with the certification body, Climate Neutral, Beco has successfully achieved its goal of carbon neutrality by measuring and reducing any business emissions and compensating for every ton.

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Herschend Entertainment Launches Chuggington Adventure Depot at Silver Dollar City

Herschend Entertainment Studios expands its popular Chuggington franchise with its first, live immersive theme park attraction, Chuggington Adventure Depot at Silver Dollar City, the internationally awarded theme park located in Branson, MO. Guests of all ages can fully take part in the new immersive and interactive adventure. The expansion brings the popular animated series to life like never before for its preschool-age fans with the show’s favorite characters, locations and more. The all-new Chuggington experience is live through the Summer. Created more than 60-years-ago, Silver Dollar City is the founding flagship park created by the Herschend family.

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Pokémon Center and Craft Sportswear Exclusive Line Available Now

The Pokémon Company International, in partnership with Swedish endurance brand Craft Sportswear, has announced a new line of high-quality apparel featuring some of the most beloved Pokémon from the franchise. Trainers in the US, Canada and UK can prepare for battles to come with Craft Sportwear’s versatile tops, bottoms and accessories, available exclusively at Pokémon Center starting today.

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2022 ASTRA Best Toys for Kids Awards Announced

ASTRA unveiled its 2022 Best Toys for Kids award winners. The list includes twelve winning toys in twelve categories. “ASTRA’s Best Toys for Kids award program reflects the collective expertise of hundreds of toy retailers who know toys inside out,” said Sue Warfield, president of ASTRA. “The list of winners represents the best of the fun, top-quality, high play value products consumers can find in locally-owned neighborhood toy stores around the country.”