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4+ hour, 37+ min ago (250+ words) Black Friday might be over, but the sales aren't. Brands and retailers still have their Black Friday sales live, but we're also noticing that Cyber Monday sales are getting activated. From Amazon to Walmart, all the major retailers and brands slashed their prices to offer savings for you to take advantage of as we enter the holiday season. We know tariffs are contributing to higher costs, so finding the best deals out there, whether because it's the lowest price of the year or a deal offering 50% off its original price, is critical to you. That's where we come in. We're here to help you find those savings. Below you'll find the deals we spotted from navigating the online catalogs Sunday morning. Black Friday Top Deals | Black Friday Fashion Deals | Black Friday Kitchen Deals | Black Friday Vacuum Deals | Black Friday Apple…...

8+ hour, 32+ min ago (658+ words) Beano Brain released its "Coolest Brands 2025" report and here's what is shows about Gen Alpha's interests. Seven-year-old Killian Todd sits cross-legged on his bedroom floor, surrounded by stacks of Pok'mon cards. Pikachu is his favorite. Killian believes he's discovered a cool game that his classmates taught him, but for his dad, Sean Todd, it's a core memory of his own childhood." Cyber Monday Deals: As a Mom of 5, I Know Toys'My Top 100 Toy Deals Include Lego, Squishmallow, & More From $5 "Card collecting was really important to me growing up. The thrill of opening a pack and getting a set or finding something valuable," says Sean. "I've leaned into that with Killian and encouraged him to do the same." So, why is Gen Alpha loving these nostalgic brands? Experts say their parents may be a reason but a lot of it comes…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago (216+ words) With Christmas fast approaching, households around the country are in full preparation mode. Parents have been scrambling to shops, particularly with Black Friday and Cyber Monday, eager to grab the best deals. But amid the excitement, Smyths Toys has issued a warning on its website for parents buying presents this year. The popular retailer has a click and collect service; however, it could spell disaster for parents using it with children in tow. Orders are packaged in clear plastic bags, meaning children could see what their parents have ordered inside, ruining any Christmas morning surprises that have been planned. A notice on the Smyths Toys website says, "Please note your Click & Collect items will be in clear packaging with contents visible." Smyths Toys has extended its store opening hours in the lead up to Christmas, with many locations staying open…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago (875+ words) Know what the deal is The Black Friday deals season is well and truly upon us, and the TechRadar team is working hard finding you the best discounts on the best products across the web. It can be tricky to know when to actually go through with a deal though " especially if there's a chance that the price might drop further over the next day or two. Well, retailers have thought of that too, and many of the big names in retail in the US and the UK have policies about refunding the difference if price drops continue. Here's what you need to know about how each retailer approaches it, which should give you more peace of mind as you continue your holiday season shopping. Let's start with the big one " Amazon. We spoke directly to Amazon UK, who told…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago (875+ words) Know what the deal is The Black Friday deals season is well and truly upon us, and the TechRadar team is working hard finding you the best discounts on the best products across the web. It can be tricky to know when to actually go through with a deal though " especially if there's a chance that the price might drop further over the next day or two. Well, retailers have thought of that too, and many of the big names in retail in the US and the UK have policies about refunding the difference if price drops continue. Here's what you need to know about how each retailer approaches it, which should give you more peace of mind as you continue your holiday season shopping. Let's start with the big one " Amazon. We spoke directly to Amazon UK, who told…...

2+ day, 5+ hour ago (1161+ words) Like many other parents, this mom is turning to AI for holiday shopping. Here's how it can help make the season less stressful. In between gifts, decorating, and general parent-led magic, there's a lot to shop for during the holiday season. But this season, Santa's little helper has gone digital for many parents, including myself. Already this season, I've used chatbots, like ChatGPT, to research Christmas decor trends, festive recipes, and seasonal children's activities. The best part: I am also using it to make my holiday gift shopping much easier. AI is helping to curate bespoke gift lists, secure a bargain, and can even call nearby stores on my behalf." As it turns out, other parents have the same idea. Lilian Rincon, vice president of consumer shopping product at Google, says 42% of U.S. holiday shoppers are expecting to rely more on…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago (1070+ words) Black Friday and Cyber Monday make now a prime time to teach your child some financial literacy and consider focusing on experiences rather than spending hard-earned money on material gifts. On the heels of the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history, the holiday shopping season is here, and Americans are not letting recent economic pressures stop them from making their list and checking it twice. According to a survey from ecommerce marketing company Omnisend, Americans are expected to spend nearly $80 billion on Black Friday today and Cyber Monday. That's a $20 billion increase from last year. But with tens of thousands of job layoffs, mounting credit card debt and lingering inflation, how are Americans affording this? At first glance, it may seem like this is a positive boost in consumer confidence, but what's really happening is financial denial and retail therapy....

2+ day, 9+ hour ago (149+ words) First published in 1903, South China Morning Post is Hong Kong's premier English language newspaper and has the city's most affluent and influential readership. With a reputation for authoritative, influential and independent reporting on Hong Kong and China. The newspaper is supported with its online publication scmp.com and its Sunday edition, Sunday Morning Post. Christmas 2025 gift guide: children's looks from Ugg, Uniqlo and more Cosy clothes for the kids from designer labels offering a festive twist " plus a fab Furla bag and cute Loro Piana cuddly toy The holiday season is well and truly upon us. Thankfully, our expertly curated gift guide is here to charm even the choosiest recipients on your Christmas list. From refined wardrobe essentials for the unfailingly well-dressed to little indulgences for the littlest ones, here are some of the finest gifts…...

2+ day, 13+ hour ago (774+ words) Lego, Melissa & Doug, VTech, Fisher-Price, Barbie, Squishmallows, and more favorites up to 70% off. Our favorite toy to bring the whole family together is on sale right now, the Nex Playground: The Active Play System, is $50 off. We also found a $5 Squishmallow that any child would be happy to squish, and favorite Melissa & Doug Toys up to 65% off, like the popular Wooden Scoop & Serve Ice Cream Counter and Flip Fish Soft Baby Toy. We found a 101-piece PicassoTiles magnetic tile set on sale for only $37 (a deal so good it literally made me gasp aloud), a Snap Circuits Light Electronics Exploration Kit at 47% off, a Barbie Dreamhouse for 36% off, and an Amazon Fire 10 HD Kids Pro Tablet for $105 (45% off). This Melissa & Doug fill-and-spill toy might be the cutest toy we've ever seen. It's huge and hands-on, with layers of fun discoveries....

2+ day, 16+ hour ago (44+ words) Black Friday doorbusters started early at Tanger Outlets! We're checking in to see what bargain shoppers are up to early Friday morning. Black Friday doorbusters started early at Tanger Outlets! We're checking in to see what bargain shoppers are up to early Friday morning....