TV Toy Ads Draw Critics Amid Holiday Season
Washington activists and officials debate whether aggressive children’s toy commercials should be restricted as families plan to spend over 4.2 billion on gifts. FTC chief Pertschuk questions ads to toddlers, while Virginia Knauer defends information for child consumers and industry self policing. өв
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Diamonds beyond friend and fable in a sparkling history
A UPI piece reviews The Diamond by George G. Blakey, tracing myths about diamonds from ancient beliefs to modern industry. It notes legendary stones like the Koh-i-Noor and Cullinan, De Beers dominance, historic diamond rushes, famous regalia, and odd tales including the Carlotta and a Soviet mime artist.
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