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Controversial new doll mimics breast-feeding

The Spanish manufacturers of Bebe Gloton — “Baby Glutton” in English — say the doll, which simulates suckling, is meant to encourage nurturing in young girls and to promote breast-feeding. But others are wondering if it’s too much too soon.

Jewish NYC doll Rebecca joins American Girl lineup

The American Girl doll company is adding a new character to its multiethnic lineup. She's Rebecca, a Jewish Russian immigrant girl living on Manhattan's Lower East Side in 1914.

Scoop: Brown, Rihanna taking a break

It’s not an official breakup, but Rihanna and Chris Brown are taking some time off from their controversial relationship.

NYC toy fair vendor offers Madoff doll - to smash

Mad at disgraced investor Bernard Madoff? There's a toy just for you. One of the vendors at this week's Toy Fair is offering the "Smash-Me Bernie," a $99.95 Madoff lookalike doll that wears a devil-red suit and carries a pitchfork. It comes with its own hammer — so you can pulverize it.

Can Barbie survive another half-century?

Since its introduction to the toy world in 1959, the 11.5-inch plastic sensation originally known as Barbie Millicent Roberts has reflected the rise of the modern woman in society. But 50 years later, Mattel faces a challenge to sell the iconic dolls amid worldwide economic woes.

Queen's estate apologizes for rag dolls

Managers of one of Queen Elizabeth II's country estates have apologized for selling a soft toy with racist connotations in their gift shop.

Florida company nixes plan to sell Caylee doll

A Florida promotions company has backed off plans to sell a blonde-haired doll bearing the name of slain toddler Caylee Anthony.

Court: Sarkozy Voodoo doll should not be stabbed

A French appeals court says Voodoo dolls of President Nicolas Sarkozy may remain on sale, but must carry a notice saying that pricking them harms the president's dignity.

New doctor shakes up 'Grey's Anatomy'

Major Owen Hunt (Kevin McKidd) joined the staff of Seattle Grace as the new head of trauma for the hospital. He immediately shook up Cristina, whom he'd kissed in an earlier episode, by not remembering her name. He angered Derek and Mark by having Alex apply the equivalent of a field dressing (skin glue) rather than call them in to help with a head injury. He outraged Izzie by stabbing four enormous (sedated) pigs in order to teach the hospital's docs how to respond to trauma as he'd had to in Iraq. (ABC flashed repeated warnings that no animals were harmed, but we're still wondering what PETA will have to say about this.)

France's Sarkozy not enchanted over voodoo doll

French President Nicolas Sarkozy isn't enchanted with a hot-selling voodoo doll of him and wants a judge to order it pulled from shelves.

Monkey doll named for Obama called racist

A Utah company offering online a sock monkey named for Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama says it didn't mean to anger anyone with a "cute and cuddly" toy that some are calling racist.

`Lars' Movie Shines Light on RealDolls

A dozen headless female bodies hang from industrial metal hooks in the center of the room. To the left are a table of plastic faces, awaiting makeup. To the right, a stack of silicone molds ready for the next order of life-sized love toys.

Toys for Tots Agrees to Take Jesus Doll

The Marine Reserves' Toys for Tots program has decided to accept a donation of Bible-quoting Jesus dolls, reversing course after saying earlier this week that it couldn't take them.

Toys for Tots Rejects Jesus Doll

A talking Jesus doll has been turned down by the Marine Reserves' Toys for Tots program.

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Barbie's 'Sugar Daddy Ken' Doll Raises Eyebrows
Source: ABC News

This year is Barbie's 50th anniversary, but lately, it's been the iconic doll's companion, Ken, that's been getting all the attention: A new Ken doll called "Sugar's Daddy Ken" is prompting snickers for its suggestive-sounding name.

White House mum on new Michelle Obama doll
Source: CNN

The White House said it had no comment Monday in response to the upcoming release of a new Michelle Obama action figure doll. The six-inch doll is made by New York toymaker Jailbreak Toys and is set for release on November 20, but the company began work on the new product six o …

''Racist'' baby doll pulled from stores
Source: 10connects.com

The "Cuddle with Me" doll features an African-American baby that comes packaged with a plush monkey. A cap on the baby doll has the words "lil' monkey" on it.

Breastfeeding doll: Would you buy it?-Video
Source: The Orlando Sentinel

When I was a little kid, I begged my mom for one of those "Baby Alive" dolls. You remember the ones: they ate, drank and soiled their diapers as a result.

Train hits 'bloody doll' in unscheduled stop
Source: thelocal.se

When the driver of a train traveling through central Sweden saw what he thought might be a bloodied body lying across the tracks, he slammed on the emergency brakes. But it was too late.

Poster of toddler breastfeeding doll sparks criticism
Source: Telegraph

New mothers and staff have criticised Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust for putting up the image on the children's ward at Rochdale Infirmary.

Susan Boyle becomes a Doll
Source: Sky.com

Uneek Doll Designs has come out with a doll in the likeness of Susan Boyle. Neatorama has a pic of the doll at

Kewpie Doll Celebrates 100th Birthday
Source: www.news-leader.com

The wide-eyed, cherub-faced babies with blue wings and topknots turn 100 years old this year, but Kewpie is not showing her -- or his -- age.

Cape Coral man accused of dirty date with doll
Source: News Press

A Cape Coral man was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly was found engaging in distasteful acts with "at least one blow-up doll" in a car in the parking lot of a Publix supermarket.

Judge Orders Casey Anthony To Appear In Court - Judge Denies Motion To Waive Her Appearance
Source: WESH.com

ORLANDO, Fla. -- Casey Anthony tried to waive her right to appear at a court hearing Friday, but a judge ordered her to be there.

Man Sells Casey Anthony Voodoo Dolls
Source: wndb.com

Excerpt: Someone on the online auction site eBay is hawking Casey Anthony dolls, and they are none-too-flattering for the Orange County woman jailed in connection with the death of her toddler daughter.

Florida Company Suspends Selling Caylee Doll
Source: WFTV.com

ORLANDO, Fla. -- A Jacksonville promotions company said Tuesday it was suspending the sale of a blonde-haired doll bearing the name of slain Central Florida toddler Caylee Anthony. The company calls the doll a "tribute" to the girl.

Caylee 'Inspires' Company To Release Doll
Source: wesh.com

A Jacksonville company has released the "Inspirational Caylee Doll," which it says was designed to honor Caylee Marie Anthony The doll sings "You Are My Sunshine," a song Caylee sang in one of the videos that have played repeatedly on the media since her disappearance last summ …

Black 'Dolls Like Me'
Source: The Washington Post

Writer K. Danielle Edwards discusses the journey she and her husband chronicled in search of black dolls for their daughters at Christmastime.

Video: Meet Aiko - she is a Fembot
Source: WDBO

Excerpt: Canadian Inventor Le Trung has created his perfect mate. Aiko is a female robot with a stunning 32, 23, 33 figure, shiny hair and delicate features.

Sarkozy loses 'voodoo doll' case
Source: BBC News

A French judge has rejected President Nicolas Sarkozy's attempt to stop sales of a "voodoo doll" in his image. Dismissing the case, the Paris judge said the doll was "within the authorised limits of free expression and the right to humour".

Terror baby doll says "Islam is the light" and "Satan is the key" fisher price seem to run out of vocabulary for baby dolls.
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Fisher price Doll says "Islam is the light" and "Satan is the key" hmmm ??? Is this something that really should concern people ?? whats the make of this and how could this have slipped by ?? im confused with this.

Dara and Sara - Iran's Islamic alternative to Ken and Barbie
Source: islamfortoday.com

Meet Dara and Sara, Iran's answer to Ken and Barbie. The Muslim dolls have been developed by a government agency to promote traditional values, with their modest clothing and pro-family backgrounds.

Video: Sarah Palin doll hits the high street
Source: Guardian Unlimited

An action figure portraying the Republican vice-presidential candidate as an executive, a superhero and a schoolgirl goes on sale in the US

A new agent in Iran, tall blonde and evil
Source:

"The West has a new agent in Iran. She is blonde and curvaceous and her name is Barbie.

Doll Makes Its Way Across Country To Help Flight Attendant With Cancer
Source: Q13 FOX News- Seattle

An Alaska Airlines flight attendant wanted to do something special for her friend who is going through terminal pancreatic cancer. She is also an AA flight attendant.

Instant Collectible - Heath Ledger "The Joker" Dolls.
Source: Babble magazine

People are buying the hottest collectible on the market: Heath Ladger as The Joker from the movie Batman.

A Woman's Prayer
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A Prayer……. Dear Lord, I pray for Wisdom to understand my man; Love to forgive him; And Patience for his moods; Because Lord, if I pray for Strength, I'll beat him to death, because I don't know how to crochet .

Strange Handmade Dolls and Creepy Clowns
Source: Oddolls.net

Whimsical creatures,peculiar friends, strange discoveries, strange dolls haunted dolls, creepy clowns, scary clowns & magical places: the artwork at Oddolls.net combines magic & mundane, fantasy & familiar, the strange & unusual.

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