[at MarketWatch] - National Association of Scholars President Peter Wood on a new report that shows sustainability initiatives are undermining the traditional liberal arts education. Photo credit: Getty Images.
Opinion Journal: Campus Climate Crusade
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Game show is lottery, Monopoly combo; Billy Gardell hosts
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Dark Knight Returns: Superman vs. Batman Statue by DC Collectibles
From the pages of Frank Miller’s ‘Batman: The Dark Knight Returns’ comes the Superman vs. Batman Statue by DC Collectibles. The Superman vs. Batman statue stands approximately 11 inches tall and depicts the epic showdown between Batman and Superman in Crime Alley. It retails for $259.99 and is expected to ship in April 2015. Order now:
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Batgirl Premier Collection Statue by Diamond Select Toys [Batman 1966 TV Series]
The Batgirl of your dreams is now the centerpiece of your statue collection! Immortalize how Barbara Gordon started her Bat journey with the Batman 1966 TV Series Batgirl Premier Collection Statue from Diamond Select. Based on the likeness of actress Yvonne Craig, this statue is a colorful and gorgeous tribute to a great character. Wearing her recognizable, shimmery purple body suit, Diamond Select has done an excellent job invoking nostalgia. She proudly displays the Bat symbol with her hands on her hips and her yellow and purple cape fanning out behind her. She first appeared in in the pages of
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The Hood The Rad and the Indifferent
Suckadelic has released The Hood The Rad and the Indifferent, a hand-cast and hand-painted 3.75-inch tall bootleg. Created by the Super Sucklord, you can pick one up for $75.00.
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Guts Figure by Gecco Corp. [Berserk]
From the popular anime and manga series ‘Berserk’ comes the Guts Lost Children Arc The Black Swordsman Version 1/6 Scale PVC Figure by Gecco Corp. The Guts figure stands approximately 38cm tall. Two portraits are included with the statue, glaring and sneering, so you can pose him depending on your preferences. Other impressive details include The Brand of Sacrifice carved into the back of his neck and the blood soaked Dragonslayer sword slung over his right shoulder. The Guts Statue retails for $339.00 (cheaper at cdjapan) and will release in September 2015. Order from:
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Ryu Hayabusa Statue by Multiverse Studios Inc. [Ninja Gaiden]
From the video game ‘Ninja Gaiden’ comes the Ryu Hayabusa Statue by Multiverse Studios Inc. The Ryu Hayabusa statue is built to 1/6 scale and stands approximately 13 inches tall. Multiple LEDs are included to add some additional detail to this already awesome statue. The Ryu Hayabusa statue retails for $299.99 ($274.99 at Entertainment Earth) and is expected to ship in June 2015. Order from:
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Chris Yukine Bunny Style BLACK Edition Figure by AQUAMARINE [Senki Zesshou Symphogear G]
From the anime ‘Senki Zesshou Symphogear G’ comes the Chris Yukine Bunny Style BLACK Edition 1/7 Scale PVC Figure by AQUAMARINE. The Chris Yukine Bunny Style BLACK Edition Figure stands approximately 22cm tall and features her in a black and red themed bunny outfit. She retails for ¥10,000 (¥9,000 at cdjapan) and will release in June 2015. Order from:
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A Wi-Fi Barbie Doll With the Soul of Siri
Companies like Mattel are readying electronic toys that will use Web connections to talk back to children, raising some concerns about privacy.
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Disney Tomorrowland Prequel Novel Contest!
Disney Publishing has sent along a prequel novel to the upcoming Tomorrowland movie, “BEFORE TOMORROWLAND.” Very classy looking book – about 310 pages plus a mini graphic novel at the back. Contest starts now and ends Sunday, April 5th at 11:59:59 AM. You may enter once a day below in the comments with the words: […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Piston Cup Racer 5 Pack – Amazon
Looks like a new trend! Thanks for the great pics, “Drew C.” The new Piston Cup 5-pack also comes as singles in a cardboard box. Nice art! The FIRST ever release of Tach O Mint on card. AND the updated Mr. Kevin “I’m Pink, NOT Red, are you blind, man Racingtire” in pink and not […]
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Toys R Us: The 2015 Business Plan
Toys R Us has announced their strategic plans for 2015: During 2015, the objective of the company’s “TRU Transformation” strategy will be to continue to slow the company’s sales decline, strengthen margin and improve EBITDA to effectively position the business to become fit for growth. Company-wide efforts will focus on four key priorities: Continue to […]
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The AFB Podcast Episode 161: Pop Culture Shock Judge Dredd / Marvel Legends Odin Wave
Episode 161 of the AFB Podcast is live at iTunes and is now available for direct download! Download and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes now!
This week, join Ben, Justin and Eddie for all of the latest news and reviews!
This week, our Toy of the Week is a true grail for Justin - the Pop Culture Shock Judge Dredd Diorama - and the story of how he got it is priceless!
Then for our discussion, the guys do a roundtable review of the Marvel Legends Odin Wave.
This week, our Toy of the Week is a true grail for Justin - the Pop Culture Shock Judge Dredd Diorama - and the story of how he got it is priceless!
Then for our discussion, the guys do a roundtable review of the Marvel Legends Odin Wave.
If you don't use iTunes, you can download Episode 161 here now! Click on the link to listen, or right click to save the file! The podcast will always be available from the “Podcast” tab here - but if you can subscribe and give us positive ratings at iTunes, that will help us greatly!
The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!
The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!
Have a listen, and please give us some feedback at podcast@actionfigureblues.com - we might even read out your feedback on the next show!
Happy listening!
News Covered in this Episode
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News Covered in this Episode
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set database: LEGO 1761 paradisa speedboat
set database: LEGO 1761 paradisa speedboat
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set number: 1761
image courtesy of murotoys2003
image courtesy of bricklink
image courtesy of Rober-to
set name: paradisa speedboat
theme: town, paradisa
year: 1995
pieces: 17
price: us$na
minifig: 1
nice town set.
paradisa sub theme.
come with a paradisa speedboat.
minifig included a female minifig with lifevest.
great playability.
overall design is great.
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Toys Lead All Categories in European Commission’s Consumer Product Report
Last year, toys were among the most common product categories to receive health and safety notifications in Europe, according to the European Commission’s 2014 Report on the Rapid Alert System for Dangerous Products (RAPEX). Toys led the most common product categories notified with 28 percent, though only 11 percent of the notified toys were subject [...]
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Square Enix Reveals Star Wars Variant Play Arts Kai Stormtrooper and Boba Fett Figures
Square Enix have been on a roll with their Play Arts Kai figures of late. As many of you may know that they have recently started doing a Star Wars Variant Line. Their first release is Darth Vader...
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Square Enix Reveals Star Wars Variant Play Arts Kai Stormtrooper and Boba Fett Figures
Square Enix have been on a roll with their Play Arts Kai figures of late. As many of you may know that they have recently started doing a Star Wars Variant Line. Their first release is Darth Vader due for release in May, and now Square Enix have revealed their next two figures in the […]
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Toy News Roundup: ‘Hawkeye’, ‘TMNT’, ‘Halo 5′ and Life-Size Avengers: Age of Ultron Statues
Today is Sunday and it’s time for the 84th edition of the Toy News Roundup. Here we round-up all of the most important toy news of the week from our site, and also link you to any toy news that we...
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Toy News Roundup: ‘Hawkeye’, ‘TMNT’, ‘Halo 5′ and Life-Size Avengers: Age of Ultron Statues
Today is Sunday and it’s time for the 84th edition of the Toy News Roundup. Here we round-up all of the most important toy news of the week from our site, and also link you to any toy news that we didn’t cover. So let’s see what the big toy news was this week, shall we? […]
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