For many, Sanrio is synonymous with Hello Kitty. The sweet, silent white cat has transcended generations and borders to become a global cultural icon. But few know that Hello Kitty was not ...

Associated Press. TOKYO (AP) — Hello Kitty turns 50 on Friday. Befitting a pop icon at midlife, the bubble-headed, bow-wearing character’s fictional birthday has brought museum exhibits, a ...

Hello Kitty Brings Its Cutesy Aesthetic to UNIQLO: Celebrating the character’s 50th anniversary.

The Japanese company behind the iconic Hello Kitty character was fined by European Union authorities Tuesday for restricting cross-border online sales of products featuring the cartoon cat. The EU ...