Star Wars

Rich Correll's "Hollywood's Icons of Darkness" Passes 2000 Collectors Item Mark

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목요일, 4월 18, 2024

Hollywood's Icons of Darkness has acquired the iconic Industrial Light and Magic built original Chewbacca costume (circa 1977 - "Star Wars: IV A New Hope") by collector and TV Director Rich Correll. The collection has surpassed the 2000 item mark.

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  • "Star Wars artifacts are hard to come by," recalls Correll, "and the addition of the full-size Chewbacca is a welcomed essential."
  • The sale was held March 20th through March 24th by Heritage Auctions in Dallas.
  • Correll hopes his exhibition will soon become headquarters for all fans of the Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Horror genres.
  • "The whole point of collecting is to share these awesome artifacts with the public, and this is my chance to do just that."

Kartoon Studios’ Partners With World’s Largest Digital Collectibles Platform, VeVe, and Multiverse Clothing Company Inc. for First Ever Line of Stan Lee Limited-Edition “Phygital” Collections

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월요일, 4월 15, 2024

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kartoon Studios (NYSE AMERICAN:TOON), the controlling partner of “Stan Lee Universe, LLC,” partners with VeVe, the global leader in digital collectibles and comics derived from some of the world’s best known IP, such as Star Wars, associated with powerhouses, including Disney and Marvel, as well as being the top-grossing Entertainment App in the Google Play and Apple stores, and groundbreaking Multiverse Clothing Company Inc. to produce a series of limited-edition Stan Lee digital and physical collectibles to be included in launches aimed for June and July around San Diego Comic-Con.

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  • Prior and Morris have had both a professional and personal relationship with Stan Lee over the years, inspiring their own creativity.
  • All three artists are currently producing Stan Lee limited-edition portraits for the special summer release, as well as creating artwork for the forthcoming Stan Lee Universe.
  • The “phygital” collections will blend fine art with smart fashion and include special digital collectibles by VeVe.
  • In some cases, lucky fans will discover they are now owners of priceless Stan Lee art signed by these world-famous artists.

Kartoon Studios Launches “Stan Lee Presents” on YouTube

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수요일, 4월 10, 2024

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Paying tribute to the legacy of the “godfather of comics” and the chief architect of the Marvel Universe, Kartoon Studios (NYSE AMERICAN:TOON), the controlling partner of “Stan Lee Universe, LLC,” announced today the launch of the “Stan Lee Presents” channel on YouTube, with over 300,000 subscribers. The newly branded channel, formerly “Cinematica,” will be managed by Kartoon Studios’ subsidiary Frederator Networks, one of the largest animation networks on YouTube, with millions of subscribers and billions of views annually.

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  • “Stan Lee Presents” focuses on all things Stan Lee, including content from Stan’s personal archives, digital Stan Lee comic books, interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, rarely seen historical materials, as well as sneak peaks of upcoming Stan Lee Universe projects, clips, trailers, interviews, and more, available exclusively on the channel.
  • In addition to content of and around Stan Lee, “ Stan Lee Presents ” will also include programming curated from a broader cultural footprint of the world and fan base of Stan Lee.
  • Kartoon Studios’ Frederator Networks plans to launch two new videos and select shorts each week with schedules expanding throughout 2024.
  • “Stan Lee Presents” will be curated by longtime Stan Lee collaborator, Originator and Executive Producer of the Batman movie franchise, and comic book historian Michael Uslan, and former POW!

Celebrate May The 4th With Hotel Collection's Star Wars™ Scented Universe

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수요일, 4월 24, 2024

MIAMI, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This Star Wars Day, May 4, 2024, Hotel Collection, is thrilled to announce an exciting collaboration with Lucasfilm, introducing a captivating eight-scent collection inspired by the iconic Star Wars franchise. This special collection brings the essence of the Star Wars galaxy into the homes of fans, offering a multisensory journey through the scents associated with beloved Star Wars characters and stories. 

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  • This Star Wars Day, May 4, 2024, Hotel Collection is proud to present an exclusive collaboration with Lucasfilm – a unique eight-fragrance line inspired by the Star Wars™ saga.
  • Now, Hotel Collection is proud to introduce a collection of fragrances that capture the essence of iconic Star Wars characters and legendary stories.
  • Galactic Hope Collection: Celebrate the entire Star Wars saga with notes of Smooth Resin, Seductive Amber, and Vintage Wood encapsulating the essence of the entire Star Wars galaxy.
  • The Star Wars collaboration also features three special trio sets:
    This collaboration is set to delight Star Wars enthusiasts and scent aficionados alike, allowing them to immerse themselves in the epic saga of Star Wars through Hotel Collection's exquisite scents.

Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way is 10!

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목요일, 4월 11, 2024

DUBLIN, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This year marks the 10th anniversary of the world's longest-defined coastal touring route. The Wild Atlantic Way is an internationally acclaimed waymarked road trip stretching 2,500 kilometres along the contours of Ireland's great western seaboard, from County Cork in the south to County Donegal in the north. With 188 Discovery Points along the way, the route has guided the intrepid traveller for the past decade to previously off-grid west of Ireland locations, bringing with it nearly two million extra visitors every year, helping to shape a thriving tourism industry which supports 121,000 jobs and delivers €3 billion to the economy per year.

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  • The Wild Atlantic Way can be explored on foot, bike or by car and on any timescale.
  • From the heart-thumping beats of a traditional music session to plates of super-fresh seafood, the Wild Atlantic Way is all about having a good time.
  • And when it comes to pubs, the Wild Atlantic Way delivers with the traditional grocery-style pubs of Dingle, the buzzing music pubs of Westport, as well as countless ocean-side beauties along the way.
  • Always arrive in Galway city with an appetite, because it's a top food destination along the Wild Atlantic Way.

Pair Eyewear Launches Star Wars-Inspired Top Frames Collection

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수요일, 4월 10, 2024

NEW YORK, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pair Eyewear, the first direct-to-consumer customizable eyewear brand to reimagine the consumer experience for individuals with glasses, is bringing excitement to fans with the launch of their highly anticipated Star Wars collection in collaboration with Lucasfilm. This galactic pairing introduces 17 Top Frames across three captivating capsules, each inspired by a fan-favorite Star Wars archetype: Rebels, Dark Side and Mandalorian.

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  • This galactic pairing introduces 17 Top Frames across three captivating capsules, each inspired by a fan-favorite Star Wars archetype: Rebels, Dark Side and Mandalorian.
  • The Star Wars collection pays homage to the beloved characters, stories, and themes from the Star Wars galaxy.
  • In celebration of "May The 4th," a fan-favorite day for all things Star Wars, the brand will release a mini May the 4th capsule featuring four "classic" Top Frames: Return of the Jedi™, Star Wars™ Classic, Star Wars™ Comic, and Star Wars™ Galaxy.
  • "The Star Wars collection is a testament to our commitment to bringing joy and personalization to eyewear through merging the iconography of Star Wars with our innovative frames," said Nathan Kondamuri, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Pair Eyewear.

The ‘devil comet’ 12P/Pons-Brooks has finally become visible from Australia. What can we expect?

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금요일, 4월 19, 2024

Now it’s our turn, as comet 12P/Pons–Brooks is creeping into view for the southern hemisphere.

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  • Now it’s our turn, as comet 12P/Pons–Brooks is creeping into view for the southern hemisphere.
  • Comet Pons–Brooks is visible to the naked eye, but only if you know where to look.

Why do people call it the ‘devil comet’?

  • It takes around 71 years to orbit the Sun, making the comet’s visits to the inner Solar System a rare treat for us here on Earth.
  • At its heart (its nucleus), Pons–Brooks is a dirty snowball around 34 kilometres in diameter.
  • As the comet came swinging back towards us in its orbit, astronomers spotted it back in 2020.
  • Instead, it produces several large outbursts of activity, each time, emitting vast amounts of gas and dust in a very short period of time before settling down again.
  • The solar wind pushed the resulting dust, gas and debris away from the Sun, giving the comet an unusual appearance.

Where (and when) should I look?

  • It is currently visible low in the western sky after sunset, albeit almost lost in the glow of twilight.
  • In the next few weeks, the comet will slowly climb higher in the evening sky.
  • The two videos below show the location of the comet’s head at 6:30pm from mid-April through to mid-June, as seen from Toowoomba and Melbourne.
  • The comet’s tails point away from the Sun – so will rise upwards from the western horizon in the evening sky.

But wait… there’s more!

  • That comet, C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), was discovered in January 2023, and astronomers soon realised it has the potential to become truly dazzling.
  • Comet behaviour is hard to predict, so take the following with a pinch of salt, but things still look really promising.
  • Current predictions suggest Tsuchinshan-ATLAS will be at least as bright as the brightest stars in late September and early October this year.


Jonti Horner does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

RAPID + TCT 2024: North America’s Largest Additive Manufacturing Event Returns to the West Coast With New Features and Experiences

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화요일, 4월 2, 2024

LOS ANGELES, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RAPID + TCT 2024, the largest, most influential additive manufacturing (AM) event in North America, is returning to the West Coast for the first time in nine years.

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RAPID + TCT 2024, the largest, most influential additive manufacturing (AM) event in North America, is returning to the West Coast for the first time in nine years.
  • The two industry leaders in 3D-technology events, SME and Rapid News Publications, team up to produce the annual RAPID + TCT event, each year better than the previous.
  • “Known worldwide as North America’s largest additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing event, RAPID + TCT provides everything you need to know about the latest 3D-technologies, all under one roof,” said Robert “Bob” Willig, executive director and CEO of SME.
  • Winners will receive main stage recognition, a fully equipped booth guaranteed at RAPID + TCT 2025 and media visibility.

Displate Introduces Textra, A Metal Poster Bringing Art to Life in 3D

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목요일, 3월 28, 2024

Today, Displate , makers of one-of-a-kind metal posters, announces Textra , challenging the status quo of traditional, two-dimensional posters with a first-of-its-kind 3D metal poster.

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  • Today, Displate , makers of one-of-a-kind metal posters, announces Textra , challenging the status quo of traditional, two-dimensional posters with a first-of-its-kind 3D metal poster.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240327703781/en/
    Displate Textra represents an evolution of two-dimensional metal posters, pushing boundaries with a dynamic and immersive 3D experience.
  • With this dimension and texture, Displate Textra posters are a new take on the popular collectibles that are engaging, bringing passions in stunning designs and scenes one step closer to life.
  • “From its inception, Displate has challenged the notion, “just a poster,” bringing fans and collectors a high-quality collectible with our easy magnet mounting.

Marcus Theatres to Host the Galaxy Event of the Year, The Skywalker Saga: The May the 4th Marathon

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금요일, 3월 22, 2024

Marcus Theatres® , a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS) is thrilled to announce that Marcus Majestic Cinema in Brookfield, Wisconsin, will be one of only 13 theatres in the United States – and the only theatre in Wisconsin – to host The Skywalker Saga: The May the 4th Marathon.

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  • Marcus Theatres® , a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS) is thrilled to announce that Marcus Majestic Cinema in Brookfield, Wisconsin, will be one of only 13 theatres in the United States – and the only theatre in Wisconsin – to host The Skywalker Saga: The May the 4th Marathon.
  • "We’re excited to screen The Skywalker Saga: The May the 4th Marathon and provide moviegoers with an unforgettable May the 4th experience," said Mark Gramz, President, Marcus Theatres.
  • Attendees will also receive a collectible poster and enjoy 20% off all concessions during the marathon.
  • Marathon guests are invited to pay homage to their favorite characters by attending in costume.