A traditional Japanese sewing technique called sashiko, taught to victims of a 2011 disaster, has sparked a business creating ...

The union representing Halifax regional firefighters says both the public and firefighters need to be cautious around derelict buildings in the municipality.

Japan is an alluring destination because of its many juxtapositions. Neon skyscrapers tower over Shinto shrines, and salarymen ride the train next to Harajuku girls. The Land of the Rising Sun ...

Fukuoka sits at Japan's crossroads, a modern city with old-world charm—with trade routes to mainland Asia going back over a millennia. The result is a destination that feels distinctly different from ...

We are so excited to welcome the Linden Place to share about a special exhibit with The National Black Doll Museum to the show this morning! They are a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization with a ...

Tulsi Gabbard, who stopped in Honolulu on Wednesday, will address a security conference in New Delhi next week and stop in France en route back to the United States. By Julian E. Barnes Reporting ...

On this day in 1959, the first Barbie doll was introduced to the world at the American Toy Fair in New York City. It became the first mass-produced toy doll in the United States to feature adult ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — While it's only a coincidence Women's History Month and Barbie's birthday coincide, it's true that Barbie has influenced generations of girls and women since the doll first ...

She walked, on tiptoes and in stilettos, into our collective consciousness on March 9, 1959. And we've been talking about her, writing about her, debating her merits and messages, critiquing her ...

It’s offically National Barbie Day for those who celebrate. If you’ve ever wondered how much an old Barbie could sell for today, some of the earliest models are fetching prices that can reach ...

For International Women's Day this year, toy manufacturing giant Mattel will launch eight new Barbie dolls on March 8, honouring female leaders across various fields. The limited-edition 'Role Model' ...