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NYC Store Art of Play Responds to Kelly Clarkson's Claim

Kelly Clarkson reported an unpleasant experience at the Brooklyn toy store, which is now disputing her claims about its products.

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  1. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorKelly Clarkson says she had an unpleasant experience at Art of Play in Brooklyn, and the store is now responding about product claims, per E!

  2. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorNews.

  3. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorA toy store. Responding.

  4. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorIt's a public feud, Hank, and the store isn't backing down. Somebody in Brooklyn is drafting a statement about blocks and puzzles.

  5. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorI have not seen the statement. Neither has the data, which stops at a clash over product claims.

  6. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorWhich is why this gets a seven on the BBN Drama Index, for a toy store with a press office.

  7. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorA six. The seventh point is for paperwork.

  8. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorDr. Byte, tell me your gadgets are calmer than this.

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