A study of university students and recent graduates has revealed that writing on physical paper can lead to more brain activity when remembering the information an hour later. Researchers say that the ...

A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units, as parents, doctors and even the company behind the trend's viral toy sound the alarm.

A dangerous social media trend of microwaving squishy toys has left one girl with "traumatising" burns, a parent has warned. Charlotte, 42, from Hartcliffe in Bristol, said her daughter Bella, 10, ...

A few weeks ago I noticed my social feeds were filled with people proclaiming their love for a very specific fidget toy called NeeDoh — with some saying they were simply a fun item to collect and ...

Related: Father designs and builds sensory playroom for son with ADHD NeeDoh, a squishy sensory toy, is the latest in a long line of similar popular items like putty and stress balls, currently ...

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Squishy Dumpling Unboxing is increasingly gaining traction in the Roblox community. Released on March 28, 2026, it has gained over 10 million visits so far and has 17,000 active players. It features ...

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The squishy sensory toy NeeDoh has become a viral sensation, leading to nationwide shortages. A USA TODAY parenting expert suggests the hype may not be justified, as children often prefer their old ...

Move over slime, squishy toys are the latest craze. Just ask mom. If you are a parent of school-age kids, chances are you may have already heard about the latest obsession squished into backpacks, ...