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Target apologises for 'offensive' childrenHalloween costume after backlash

The retailer says the costume is "hurtful for Black guests, team members and partners", without providing further details.

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BBC News25 Aug 2026, 03:24 pmUpdated 2h ago1 min readAmericasAmericas

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Target apologises for 'offensive' children Halloween costume after backlash

The retailer says the costume is "hurtful for Black guests, team members and partners", without providing further details.

This report is published with credit to BBC News. The wire sent a summary; open the original for any extra context. Read on BBC News →

Source: BBC News. Published 25 Aug 2026, 03:24 pm.

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