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A TV show starring “the first modern family” is reportedly in the works.

Now in its second year, Nickelodeon expands its Animated Shorts Program to include international pitches, and announces the program’s 2013 finalists.

Belgian film “Oh Willy...” is awarded the Grand Prix prize at this year’s AniFest, the Czech Republic’s largest international festival specializing in animated films.

Breakthrough heads to Korea, bringing its diverse libraries to international broadcasters.

Nickelodeon debuts a “SpongeBob SquarePants” Hot Wheels collection that features six character inspired vehicles.

DHX strikes a new deal for “Johnny Test” with Viacom and Nickelodeon Germany.

Little Airplane Productions signs Jada Toys as the new Global Master Toy Partner for “Small Potatoes,” further extending the hit preschool series’ licensing reach.

Imira signs new global sales deals in the wake of MIPTV in Cannes.

Nickelodeon leads the pack in the Children’s Animated Program race, with four out of five nominated series -- “Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness,” “Penguins of Madagascar,” “Robot and Monster,” and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” -- up against PBS’ “Wordgirl.”