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The Best Darn Toy News On The Web! Thursday, September 24, 2026 Arrow Video is known for releasing cult favorites with blockbusters peppered into their monthly titles. With Forbidden Planet not only are they dropping a certified sci-fi classic but this is one of the oldest films I’ve ever reviewed from them. I think it’s fantastic that they are dipping back into Hollywood’s past and this is...
Scott Rubin (1979–2026) of Belleville, IL | Obituary
Scott D. Rubin, 46, of Belleville, IL, born November 14, 1979, in Belleville, IL, died Wednesday, April 29, 2026. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, uncle, mother of Camron, father, and friends. He is survived by two sons, Camron Rubin and Christopher Kayden Rheinecker; his mother, Catherine Rubin; his birth mother, aunts, uncle, and cousins; and his granddaughter. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.rennerfh.com. Funeral: Private cremation services will be held.
UnBillievable! The Movie Reviews
2025-26 Movie Release Calendar Jason Dietz Find a schedule of release dates for every movie coming to theaters, VOD, and streaming throughout 2025 and beyond, updated daily.
Action Figure Insider " WizKids Games Marvel HeroClix Collector’s Trove Booster Brick Review
Just before the end of the year, we have one last look at an upcoming HeroClix set! Coming early in 2025 is a Marvel expansion featuring everyone’s favorite patron saint of collecting things, Taneleer Tivan aka the Collector. Marvel HeroClix Collector’s Trove is a unique set in many ways, not least of which is its relatively small set list combined with more boosters per brick (12 instead of the usual 10).
Action Figure Insider " @WizKidsGames #Marvel HeroClix Iconix Captive Hearts Wolverine
In the early 90s, fans everywhere got to know Marvel’s mutants via the incredible X-Men: The Animated Series, unarguably one of the best and most famous cartoons of all time. The first few episodes introduced the main characters, with iconic heroes and villains and their relationships. But on January 30th 1993 the fifth episode, “Captive Hearts,” aired, and it changed everything.
Monogram's Hello Kitty Unicorn Collection
Monogram shares a closer look at their newest Hello Kitty blind bagged series! Series 4 stars Sanrio’s cute cat and her friends dressed up as magical unicorns! Collectors can find this assortment at their local specialty retailers like GameStop, Hot Topic, and online! VIDEO Fans can follow Monogram on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Dad, geek, streamer, toy collector & reviews, author of Naming Your Little Geek
5 Points Josie and the Pussycats Boxed Set
Straight from the pages of the Archie series, Mezco’s 5 Points presents Josie and the Pussycats! Shipping between October – December 2023 priced at $55, this boxed set contains 3 figures, a range of accessories, and a retro play set diorama that recreates the Pussycats’ iconic stage! Josie and the Pussycats featured an all-girl pop band that toured the world with their entourage, getting mixed up in all sorts of adventures and mysteries.
PCS Killer Instinct Fulgore 1:4 Scale Statue
“The pinnacle of mechanical perfection, the latest generation of Fulgore units is the absolute best in class…” Premium Collectibles Studio presents the Fulgore 1:4 Scale Statue. The Fulgore 1:4 Scale Statue measures 20” tall and 18” wide on a base inspired by his Ultratech factory stage in the Killer Instinct games, complete with the series logo. The statue can be displayed with or without the logo as it is attached magnetically for multiple display options.
Hot Toys Avengers Suit-Up Gantry Collectible
Among all of Tony Stark’s inventions, his Suit-Up Gantry is one of the revolutionary ideas of how we visualize the future would be. Based on the iconic scene when Iron Man removes his Mark VI Suit, Hot Toys is excited to announce the 1/6th scale Iron Man’s Suit-Up Gantry powered by USB from The Avengers collection.
Marvel's Midnight Suns Blade 1:3 Statue
“You think this is crazy, wait until you see Manhattan.” Premium Collectibles Studio presents the Blade 1:3 Scale Statue, based on the Daywalker’s appearance in the exciting tactical RPG Marvel’s Midnight Suns. The Blade 1:3 Scale Statue measures 31” tall and 20” wide as the dynamic dhampir leaps into battle against a horde of bat-like bloodsuckers.
Batman Returns THE PENGUIN Collectible Mask
PureArts, in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Consumer Products and DC, today announced the newest addition to their “Batman”-film series collectibles and first-ever silicone skin art mask with individually punched hair: THE PENGUIN 1:1 Scale Mask. A haunting replica of the character’s iconic portrayal in Warner Bros. Pictures’ 1992 film Batman Returns, PureArts’ hyper-detailed THE PENGUIN 1:1 Scale Mask is available for pre-order on January 26 at 1 PM EST / 7 PM CEST on PureArts.com.
Squadron Supreme Joins Marvel Legends
This morning Hasbro announced the latest additions to the Marvel Legends line – Hyperion and Doctor Spectrum from the Squadron Supreme! Inspired by the characters’ classic appearances in Marvel comics, these Hyperion and Doctor Spectrum figures feature 7 accessories including Doctor Spectrum’s Power Prism gem and blast effects. (HASBRO/Ages 4 years & up/Approx.
REVIEW: WizKids Games DC HeroClix Batman Team-Up
It’s been a little while, but we’re really excited to be heading back into the wild world of one of our most favorite games, HeroClix! And it’s a pretty special time since we’re checking out a new DC Comics set; those only come out a couple times per year.
New Transformers Studio Series Action Figures
This morning, the Transformers team at Hasbro revealed two all-new Transformers Studio Series action figures inspired by the new Transformers Rise of the Beasts feature film releasing later this year. Transformers Studio Series Core Class Arcee (Pictured Top) (Ages 8 and Up | Approx.
New Super7 ANIMANIACS ReAction Figures
They’ve been released from the water tower on the Warner Bros. Studio lot and now the Animaniacs are headed to the Super7 ReAction Figure lineup! Yakko, Wakko, and Dot are joined by Dr. Scratchansniff in the world of 3.75” scale ReAction Figures for madcap hijinks and hilarity! These Animaniacs figures are available now on Super7.com priced at $20 each. Dad, geek, streamer, toy collector & reviews, author of Naming Your Little Geek
Aquaman Themed DC Multiverse Page Punchers
McFarlane Toys has revealed a new assortment of DC Multiverse Page Punchers. This Aquaman-themed wave will include Aquaman, Black Manta, Ocean Master, and Aqualad, all including an all-new exclusive Aquaman comic. Coming soon! AquamanDC MultiverseMcFarlane Toys
Star Trek Boldly Goes As Action Figures
Following the release of their first wave of new Star Trek action figures (Read our extensive review HERE), Playmates Toys shares a video showing them in action! Check it out below!
New NERF X Dungeons & Dragons
Ahead of the March 31st theatrical release of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, NERF is treating fans to an exciting line of products to get them ready for the adventure to come in the new film based on the magical world of D&D: the NERF Dungeons & Dragons Themberchaud, NERF Dungeons & Dragons Rakor Blaster and NERF Dungeons & Dragons Palarandusk! NERF DUNGEONS & DRAGONS THEMBERCHAUD (HASBRO/Ages 8 years & up/Approx.
Clubber Lang Joins PCS' ROCKY Statue Series
Premium Collectibles Studio reveals the next 1:3 scale statue in their Rocky lineup: Mr. T as Clubber Lang! Seen in Rocky III, the Clubber Lang statue will feature a removable, real cloth boxing robe. Stay tuned for further details. Clubber Lang joins previous PCS Rocky releases, including Rocky Balboa, Ivan Drago, and Apollo Creed. Dad, geek, streamer, toy collector & reviews, author of Naming Your Little Geek
REVIEW: Pathfinder Battles Goblin Vanguard
Review and photos by Scott Rubin Happy New Year, Pathfinder players and fans! If you missed it, partners WizKids Games and KidRobot unleashed some really fun new items for the fantasy role-playing game giant right at the end of 2022, and we’re going to look at a couple of those today. And of course, it wouldn’t be awesome Pathfinder stuff without featuring their iconic (and hilarious) goblins.
PCS Bolo Yeung 1:3 Scale Tribute Statue
Premium Collectibles Studio presents the Bolo Yeung Tribute Statue collection. Inspired by multiple iconic eras in Yeung’s prolific film and martial arts career, the Bolo Yeung Tribute Statue collection features both the Jeet Kune Do and Kung Fu versions, each measuring 23” tall and 19.5” wide.
Fraud Rumors Swirling About SINA?
There is some speculation that fraud rumors are responsible for a major sell-off in shares of Chinese internet company SINA Corp. (NASDAQ: SINA) this afternoon. On the surface, these type of rumors appear somewhat ridiculous, as SINA bears little similarity to many of the Chinese reverse mergers that have in fact been found out to be frauds. Whatever the rumors are, however, they are gaining traction as SINA shares began plunging about a half hour ago and are currently down 9.35% to $113.45.
Toy Fair New York 2019: WizKids Games
WizKids is a personal favorite of mine, so I’m always excited to see what they have on display at Toy Fair New York. For 2019 theirs was a big display chock full of HeroClix, Dungeons & Dragons, Star Trek, Dice Masters, board games, and more.
Superintendent Rubin Details Strategic Plan
Throughout the 2017-2018 school year, the Cranford Public Schools community has been engaged in the development of our 2018-2023 Strategic Plan. As detailed in the many prior communications, this was a most inclusive and iterative process that made every concerted effort to engage our entire Cranford community, so as to ensure that the collective and comprehensive voice of every one of its members would be reflected in the final document.
Aliens vs Predator vs Superheroes & More
“Whoever wins, we lose.” That’s the lesson we learned from the 2004 Alien vs. Predator film, the biggest and most well-known crossover between the Alien and Predator franchises. And while the movie going public may only know of the two AVP films, there is a rich history of the two species meeting and fighting in comic books, novels, and even collectibles. We did our own “Aliens vs.
Stocks Crushed as Fiscal Cliff Nears
The U.S. stock market fell sharply to end the week on Friday as hopes for a compromise on fiscal cliff negotiations waned late in the day. The final hour of trade saw particularly heavy selling, sending the major averages out on session lows. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell below the 13,000 level and notched loss of 158 points, or 1.21 percent on the day. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq were also hit hard, losing 1.10 percent and 0.86 percent, respectively.
The odyssey of the Lone Soldier
The odyssey of the Lone Soldier OCTOBER 5, 2017 – PARDES HANNA KARKUR, ISRAEL – Where am I? Who am I? How did I get here? Am I dreaming? Am I dead? Or maybe I’m simply awake? Before me is a vision: Rows of hundreds of young, proud Jews stand at attention in unblemished army fatigues, circling a spiral concrete stage while a grizzled old decorated general stands before them confidently addressing them in Hebrew. I don’t understand a word. I don’t have to ….
First-Person: The day I met Jerry Lewis
SEPTEMBER 7, 2017 – I met Jerry Lewis when I was in my early 30s. My comedy writing partner at the time, Doug Kor, and I had one main client: Marc Price, fresh off his stint as Skippy, the nerdy next door neighbor to the Keatons from the hit series “Family Ties.” What happened next was unbelievable. Jerry Lewis was a huge fan of Marc’s. He watched “Family Ties” (which ran from 1982 to 1989) and saw a lot of himself in Marc’s physical comedy prowess.
Legacy Software: Where The UK’s Transformation Strategy Falls Short - Tanium Blog
The UK government’s ambitious Transformation Strategy aims to fundamentally change the way the public sector operates online. If this is to happen, and to happen safely, the government must make ditching outdated legacy software a hard priority. The UK’s Government Transformation Strategy was finally released earlier this year after significant delays to allow Whitehall departments to “embed” the proposals.
Skills Gap, Disorganization Are Key Obstacles To UK’s Cybersecurity Progress - Tanium Blog
Even as the UK government establishes itself as a leader in the global fight against cyber threats, last month’s report from the Public Accounts Committee reminds us how much work remains to be done. The official opening of the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre by the Queen was a watershed moment for the nation as it leads the global fight against cyber threats. The Centre demonstrates the seriousness with which the British Government views cybersecurity.
CSIS Lays Out Its Cybersecurity Agenda - Tanium Blog
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), one of the world’s leading public policy research institutions, released its cybersecurity recommendations earlier this month for the new US Administration. The highly anticipated report from the CSIS’s Cyber Task Force comes at a major turning point in history.
Acorda Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:ACOR), Chemtura Corp. (NYSE:CHMT) - Monday Market Wrap: Stocks Fall Nearly 1% To Start Week
The U.S. stock market kicked off the trading week with a thud on Monday as all three major averages closed the day down nearly 1 percent. Every single sector was red on the session, with the biggest losses coming in healthcare, financials and consumer cyclicals, all down more than 1 percent. Not surprisingly, the best performers were defensive sectors such as utilities and consumer goods, where declines were limited to around 0.30 percent.
Agios Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:AGIO), Calavo Growers, Inc. (NASDAQ:CVGW) - Wednesday's Market Wrap: Major Averages Close Mixed
The U.S. stock market finished Wednesday's session largely unchanged. The Dow and S&P 500 recorded small losses while the Nasdaq was modestly higher on the day. The biggest losing sectors were basic materials, down 0.48 percent, and consumer staples, down 0.41 percent. Positive sectors included energy, up 0.12 percent, and utilities, which added 0.10 percent. Gainers on the session included Agios Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ: AGIO), which climbed 26 percent, and Calavo Growers, Inc.
Cummins Inc. (NYSE:CMI), CEPHEID (NASDAQ:CPHD) - Tuesday's Market Wrap: Stocks Start Shortened Week With Moderate Gains
The U.S. stock market began the holiday-shortened trading week on Tuesday with moderate gains. All three major averages finished the session in positive territory after climbing for most of the day after an early selloff. The gains were led by the energy and utilities sector, which added 1.22 percent and 1.24 percent, respectively.
Chico's FAS, Inc. (NYSE:CHS), SPDR Gold Shares ETF (ETF:GLD) - Wednesday's Market Wrap: Major Averages Record Small Losses For Second Consecutive Day
The U.S. stock market sold off on Wednesday for the second straight day after a strong opening to the week on Monday. Losses were modest, but the vast majority of sectors finished the trading session in the red, led by energy, which fell 1.37 percent and basic materials stocks, which lost 1.24 percent. The losses are a part of a broader sell-off in commodities in recent days. Equity gainers on the day included Chico's FAS, Inc.
Facebook, Inc. (NASDAQ:FB), Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) - 6 Simple Rules For Your Investment Strategy
The 21st century has provided the human race with a previously unthinkable amount of technology and, by extension, data, information and productivity tools. One has to ask, however, if on balance, this explosion of technology has been beneficial to the human race. Many significant developments have been largely frivolous, such as Facebook Inc (NASDAQ: FB) and Twitter Inc (NYSE: TWTR). Others, particularly those relating to weapons and the tools of war, are ominous.
Abercrombie & Fitch Company (NYSE:ANF), G-III Apparel Group, LTD. (NASDAQ:GIII) - Tuesday's Market Wrap: Stocks Pull Back After Monday Rally
U.S. stocks pulled back on Tuesday after a rally to start the week on Monday. All three major averages closed the session with modest losses. The only sector that was positive on the day was financials, with the biggest losses coming in basic materials and utilities. Big gainers on the session included Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (NYSE: RBA), which added 24 percent, and Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan (NYSE: POT), which climbed almost 11 percent on the day.
Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK), SPDR Gold Shares ETF (ETF:GLD) - Friday Market Wrap: Major Averages Close Week Mixed
The U.S. stock market closed out another quiet Summer trading week with losses for the Dow and S&P and a small gain for the Nasdaq. All three major averages were higher in early trade, but a mid-day sell-off sent stocks into the red, with only the tech-heavy Nasdaq managing to regain positive territory by the close. All major sectors were negative on the day with the exception of healthcare and technology, which posted modest gains.
Dollar General Corporation (NYSE:DG), Guess?, Inc. (NYSE:GES) - Thursday's Market Wrap: Stocks Record Small Losses
The U.S. stock market recorded small losses on Thursday as the major averages have pulled back slightly from all-time high levels. Most sectors were actually positive on the session, but losses in healthcare and consumer cyclicals dragged the broader market lower. Gainers on the day included Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES), which surged 22 percent after a strong earnings report. Rackspace Hosting, Inc. (NYSE: RAX) added almost 10 percent on the session, possible on buyout rumors.
Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. (NYSE:FSM), SPDR Gold Shares ETF (ETF:GLD) - Wednesday's Market Wrap: Stocks Pull Back Mid-Week
The U.S. stock market recorded moderate losses on Wednesday with stocks closing near session lows. The only sector that did not fall on the day was consumer cyclicals, which added 0.15 percent. Selling pressure was most concentrated in basic materials and healthcare, which lost 2.06 percent and 1.51 percent, respectively. Gainers included Lannett Company, Inc. (NYSE: LCI), which added 14 percent on earnings, and COMSCORE, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCOR) which jumped 8 percent.
Monday's Market Wrap: Stocks Closed Mixed In Quiet Trade
The major U.S. equity averages closed on either side of the unchanged mark on Monday as the Dow and S&P recorded small losses and the Nasdaq finished the session with a modest gain. Losses on the day were concentrated in the energy sector, which lost more than 1 percent. Big gainers on the day included Intersil Corp (NASDAQ: ISIL), which jumped 20 percent on news of a buyout, and Medivation (NASDAQ: MDVN), which added 20 percent on a deal with Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) related to its cancer drug.
NQ Mobile Reports Q2 Sales Growth Of 18% - NQ Mobile Inc. (NYSE:NQ)
China-based NQ Mobile Inc (ADR) (NYSE: NQ) released its fiscal second-quarter earnings results on Monday after the closing bell. The company reported an 18 percent increase in sales to $83.7 million. Non-GAAP net income in the period was $7.6 million or $0.08 per ADS, compared to $7.0 million in last year's comparable quarter. "We are pleased with the continuing advancement of our entertainment businesses." said Mr. Zemin Xu the Chief Executive Officer of NQ Mobile.
Thursday's Market Wrap: Stocks Close Modestly Higher, Markets Remain Quiet - Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NYSE:CHK), Corrections Corporation of America (NYSE:CXW)
The U.S. stock market was little changed on Thursday, although all three major averages did finish in positive territory. Despite the fact that stocks are sitting near all-time highs, day-to-day trading has been mostly quiet in recent weeks as much of Wall Street is on vacation. Gainers on the session included NetApp Inc. (NASDAQ: NTAP), which climbed more than 17 percent after a strong earnings report, and Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NYSE: CHK), which added more than 9 percent on the day.
Friday's Market Wrap: Stocks Close Week With Small Losses - AK Steel Holding Corporation (NYSE:AKS), Deere & Company (NYSE:DE)
The U.S. stock market closed out another quiet week with small losses on Friday. The market opened the session lower and then climbed through mid-day. After an early afternoon selloff, the major averages closed near their best levels of the day. Gainers included The GEO Group (NYSE: GEO), which jumped almost 22 percent a day after plunging nearly 40 percent on news that the U.S. government is ending its private prison program. The stock remains down sharply from previous levels.
Applied Materials Surges After Strong Q3 Results
Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMAT) released its fiscal third-quarter results after the closing bell on Thursday. The stock was last up almost 6 percent to $29.23. For the third quarter, Applied Materials recorded net income of $550 million or $0.50 per share, compared to $410 million or $0.33 per share, in the year ago period. This topped analysts' consensus EPS estimates of $0.48.
BMO Capital Markets Offers Up A Host Of Contrarian Stock Ideas - Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE:ADM), Bunge Limited (NYSE:BG)
In a client note on Wednesday, analysts at BMO Capital Markets listed a number of different contrarian investment ideas. The analysts wrote that "these ideas mostly highlight the prospects for a particular individual investment, although they may also encompass differentiated thoughts on an associated industry, sector, or commodity backdrop." Below, Benzinga examines a handful of these ideas in more detail.
Trading Alert: Collegium Pharmaceuticals May See Increased Activity Thursday - (COLL)
Biotech traders may want to keep an eye on Collegium Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ: COLL) on Thursday morning, as the stock may see increased activity due to an expert networking call between investors and an expert discussing the company's drug Xtampza ER. On April 27, the FDA approved Collegium's abuse-deterrent oxycodone Xtampza ER for twice-daily dosing for pain patients who require around-the-clock, long-term opioid treatment.
Wednesday's Market Wrap: Major Averages Record Small Gains - Cree, Inc. (NASDAQ:CREE), SPDR Gold Shares ETF (ETF:GLD)
The major U.S. equity averages spent most of the day in negative territory before a late-day rally pushed the Dow, S&P and Nasdaq all into the green by the close. After a selloff on Tuesday, stocks remain just below all-time high levels. The release of minutes from the Fed's July policy meeting showed that the central bank is committed to keeping its options open and no consensus has been reached about the timing of another rate increase.
13F Recap: Tiger Global Sells Out Of Netflix, Still Riding Amazon
Q2 13Fs were released last Friday, and as always, they include a treasure trove of valuable information. Examining 13F filings is very useful for a number of different reasons. In particular, they're a great place for small investors to generate stock ideas. If for example, you notice a number of prominent and successful hedge funds own the same stock, it's a safe bet that it could be a name to take a closer look at.
NetApp Surging After Q1 Results - NetApp, Inc. (NASDAQ:NTAP)
Shares of data storage company NetApp Inc. (NASDAQ: NTAP) were trading up in Wednesday's after-hours session in the immediate aftermath of the company's fiscal Q1 earnings results. The stock had jumped nearly 6 percent to $30.40 after closing normal market hours down 0.35 percent to $28.85. NetApp reported non-GAAP net income, which is comparable to consensus estimates, of $129 million or $0.46 per share, up from $89 million or $0.29 per share, in last year's comparable period.
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