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Win Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ T-Machines’

October 28, 2015 by Samantha 63 Comments

It’s that time of year again, and the holidays are creeping closer. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are going to be on the lists of kids everywhere this year, so it’s good to grab them early before the pickings get too slim.

Some of the most fun “Turtle Toys” this year will include the new T-Machines. T-Machines is an all-new collection of die-cast vehicles and playsets from Playmates Toys, providing a unique play environment for kids. The fast-rolling vehicles feature a die-cast chassis, flashy rims and an action-posed, non-removable figure driving each vehicle.

Vehicles with Sound Assortment (Ages 3+ years, MSRP: $7.99 each)

With the T-Machines sound vehicles, kids can hear the engines roar, tires squeal and their favorite Ninja Turtles scream out battle cries.
Just press the button on the engine block and the vehicles come to life, playing 10-15 different Turtles phrases and vehicle sound effects!
Each 1/50 scale vehicle comes with a non-removable Ninja Turtle driving the vehicle.
Collection includes: Extreme Speed Demon with Talking Raphael, Extreme Party Wagon with Talking Leonardo, Extreme Monster Truck with Talking Michelangelo and Extreme Service Truck with Talking Donnie

T-Machines Single Pack (Ages 3+ years, MSRP: $3.99 each)

Race through the sewers with the new T-Machines die-cast vehicles! Each 1/50 scale vehicle comes with an action-posed, non-removable figure who is driving the vehicle.
Vehicles are designed to capture the personality of the characters driving them.
Featuring a die-cast chassis, flashy rims and unique custom look, these fast-rolling vehicles bring a whole new level of play to the Turtles world.
All the vehicles are compatible with leading competitors track systems.
Collection includes: Raphael in Shellraiser, Fishface in Shellcrusher, Shredder in Shreddermobile, Leonardo in AT-3, Leonardo in Stealth Bike, Michelangelo in Hot Rod, Splinter in Rat Attack, Donatello in Service Truck, Raphael in Monster Truck, Tiger Claw in Safari Truck and Donatello in Patrol Buggy, Michelangelo in Patrol Buggy, Casey in Ice Machine, Raphael in Armored Truck, Rat King in Hearse, Turflytle in Buggy, Donnie in Speed Demon, Karai Snake in Sports Car, Raph in Military Truck, Leo in Sports Car, Mikey in Party Wagon and Slash in Demolition Car

T-Machines Basic Playset (Ages 3+ years, MSRP: $14.99 each)

Kids can start building out cities with the T-Machines Garage & Lair Playset, Sewer Gas Station Playset and the TCRI Building Playset.
Each playset includes tunnels, lifts and many other features for kids to roll and battle their T-Machines vehicles!
The playsets can also be snapped together to create a bigger T-Machines play environment.
Compatible with all T-Machines vehicles, each set come with an exclusive T-Rawket vehicle (Garage & Lair comes with exclusive Raphael in T-Rawket vehicle and Sewer Gas Station comes with exclusive Mikey in T-Rawket vehicle).

Make sure to check out the new T-Machines Street Racers game at http://www.tmachinesracers.com/. You’ll be able to select a T-Machines vehicle, choose your track and your vehicle’s speed as you race!

One of you can win the toys above. Feel free to use the RC form below to enter to win. Ends Nov. 14, 2015. Good luck!
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Do You Know the Warning Signs of a Stroke? #singFAST

October 28, 2015 by Samantha 2 Comments

Did you know that stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and the leading preventable case of disability in the US? Each year, about 800,000 Americans suffer a new or recurrent stroke. Furthermore, someone in the world has a stroke every 2 seconds.

As you may know, World Stroke Day is Thursday, 10/29, so the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association and the Ad Council are helping to raise awareness about Stroke knowledge, prevention, and what to do in an emergency. Here’s why this work matters.

1 in 6 people will have a stroke in their lifetime.
1 in 3 Americans cannot name at least one sign of stroke.
When you recognize a stroke and immediately call 9-1-1, the person has a greater chance of getting to an appropriate hospital quickly and being assessed for treatment options like a clot-busting drug or clot-busting device.

We hope you’ll support the effort because together, we can end stroke.

It’s important to have the knowledge to spot a stroke F.A.S.T.

How to spot a stroke F.A.S.T. (the warning signs):

F – Face Drooping – Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile.
A – Arm Weakness – Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
S – Speech Difficulty – Is speech slurred? Are they unable to speak, or are they hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence like: “The sky is blue.” Is the sentence repeated correctly?
T- Time to call 9-1-1 – If the person shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 9-1-1 and get them to the hospital immediately. www.StrokeAssociation.org/warningsigns

Facts about Strokes:

Someone in the world has a stroke every 2 seconds.
In the U.S. stroke is the No. 5 cause of death overall, killing nearly 130,000 people a year.
Stroke is the No. 1 preventable cause of long-term disability.
About 800,000 people have a stroke every year.

Download and share mobile app – There’s an app for that and at least one person is glad she had it! www.StrokeAssociation.org/warningsigns

Want to learn more? Join the @American Stroke Twitter Chat! It will be hosted by @iHeartRadio on 10/29 at 12pm CT. The hashtag is #StrokeChat. Hear other people’s F.A.S.T. Songs, share your own, and join us for a great discussion about stroke! There will be giveaways, so stop by and tweet with us.

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Win National Geographic Kid’s Books

October 28, 2015 by Samantha 11 Comments

National Geographic Kid’s Books Fall season is in full swing with several titles that are perfect for holiday gift giving as well as year round reading. Long after the video games and toys have lost their allure, kids will keep coming back to big, bold, and beautiful books that catch their eye and capture their imagination. Below are a selection of topnotch books for kids of all ages — and also one great recommendation for a memorable and thoughtful teacher’s gift.

Treasury of Norse Mythology: Stories of Intrigue, Trickery, Love and Revenge by Donna Jo Napoli (ages 8-12, $24.99) — Kids are fascinated by Norse mythology and thanks to the blockbuster movie franchise The Avengers and Rick Riordan’s highly anticipated Norse mythology fiction series debuting this Fall, these ancient tales of Scandinavia have never been hotter. The Treasury of Norse Mythology makes a great gift for fans to delve more into their favorite characters, like Thor, Loki and Odin. The classic tales come to life with page after page of beautiful illustrations featuring the gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters of Norse myths.

Ultimate Weird But True! 3 (ages 8-12, $19.99) — Have a fact-loving tween? Over 1,000 of the weirdest facts coupled with amazing graphics and photos packaged in an oversized gift-giving-worthy format makes this book a slam dunk selection for avid readers, reluctant readers and boys and girls alike.

NG Kids Why?: Over 1,111 Answers to Everything by Crispin Boyer (ages 8-12, $19.99 ) – The concept is simple. Got a question? Well now you have an answer! 1,111 of them, in fact. Want to know why your snot is yellow? Flip to the human body chapter. What’s on the inside of a turtle shell? The animal section’s got you covered. What’s in the deepest part of the ocean? Why doesn’t Earth just float off into space? Check, check, and check. With hundreds of topics ranging from silly to serious, this book has the expert information kids need in a fun and entertaining format that will keep them digging for answers.

Ultimate Reptile-opedia: The Most Complete Reptile Reference Ever – (ages 7-10, $24.99) – Snakey, slimey, scaley, and sensational! Welcome to the amazing world of the most popular reptiles on Earth. With colorful photographs and fun facts, this easy-to-use encyclopedia profiles snakes, lizards, amphibians, turtles and tortoises, crocodilians, and tuatara. Profiles are accompanied by Did You Know? details and fast facts including scientific name, size, diet, and habitat.

STOCKING STUFFER – 100 Things to Make You Happy (ages 8-12, $9.99) – Sized perfectly to fit into a stocking, this cheerful and inspirational book will make kids go “WOW!” and “Awwww” in equal measure. It’s packed with adorable animal facts, heartwarming nuggets from history, snippets of cool new science, amazing photography, inspirational advice from Nat Geo explorers, and fascinating weird-but-true facts. Sprinkled throughout are expert tips, jokes, quotes, and exercises to boost kids’ dose of daily joy and get them actively involved in their own well-being.

GREAT FOR TEACHERS — National Geographic Book of Nature Poetry (ages 4-8, pub date 10/13/15, $24.99) – Beloved former U.S. Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis curates a collection of over 200 poems celbrating the natural world, coupled with photographs that float, zoom and bloom!. From trickling streams to deafening thunderstorms to soaring mountains, discover majestic photography perfectly paired with contemporary (such as Billy Collins), classics (such as Robert Frost), and never-before-published works.

One of you can win these books. Feel free to enter below using the RC form. Good luck! Ends Nov 23, 2015.

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WIN Paper Towns on Blu-Ray/ DVD

October 28, 2015 by Samantha 40 Comments

After the phenomenal success of The Fault in Our Stars, author John Green returns with another heart-warming tale in PAPER TOWNS, now available on Blu-ray and DVD. Join rising stars Cara Delevingne and Nat Wolff in the breakout performances of their careers as they go on an epic journey of love and adventure. Mark Oguschewitz called PAPER TOWNS a “heartfelt coming of age film.”

Adapted from the bestselling novel by John Green, PAPER TOWNS is a coming-of-age story centering on Quentin (Nat Wolff), a high school senior who has been in love with his enigmatic neighbor Margo (Cara Delevingne) since childhood. After taking him on an all-night adventure through their hometown, Margo suddenly disappears–leaving behind cryptic clues for Quentin to decipher. The search leads Quentin and his quick-witted friends on an exhilarating adventure that is equal parts hilarious and moving. Ultimately, to track down Margo, Quentin must find a deeper understanding of friendship–and true love.

One of you can win a copy of this movie- feel free to enter using the RC form below. Good luck! Ends Nov 23, 2015.
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Fall Fun With New Toys

October 27, 2015 by Samantha 4 Comments

As it gets colder, and more playtime will be spent indoors, you might be thinking about cute new playthings to get your little ones. These toys are adorable- keep your eye out for them, as they are sure to find their way onto holiday wish lists (those are coming up faster then we think!)

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Zoomer has been around for a few years now, first with the arrival of the adorable dog (at the time, just called “Zoomer”) and then with quite a few iterations and species since then. There are now all kinds, sizes, and colors of “Zoomer” (Zoomers?) that your kids can play with, the newest being Zoomer Jester and Zoomer Chomplingz. The new Zoomer Jester is the all-new interactive Zoomer Dino ( the “Jokeasaurus”), and a silly version that loves to make you laugh.

Jester can detect your movement with his nose as he rolls around balanced on his two wheels. Like the other “Zoomers”, he can get angry, spin around, chomp, growl, and more (this one giggles, too). He is controlled by your hands or the remote control- he even “learns” tricks you teach him. Make sure you charge him up when you are done playing so that it’s all ready to go for the next bout of fun. Prices vary, available in stores like Toys R Us and Amazon.

Zoomer Chomplingz are little versions of the Zoomer Dinos, and just as much fun. They are interactive, having mouth and nose sensors as well to detect motion, and come with a bone to play catch with. These dinos make all sorts of noises- including passing gas. Yes- gross. So, you know your kids (and dad) will love it even more. Chomplingz can also be set into “gaurd mode” to protect your room (or dinner!) and will ferociously growl at those that dare to tread near your belongings. There are 3 versions available everywhere, and 5 that are each exclusive to a certain store (IE Walmart, Toys R Us, etc). Check out http://zoomerdino.com for info on where to buy your favorite, prices, and more.

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When you are ready for bed, check out Cloud Pets. These cuddly companions are good for more then snuggles- mom, dad, or anyone you choose can leave your child a message that can be replayed over and over again- just in case they are being missed. This Bluetooth-enabled plush toy from Jay at Play lets families and friends connect by downloading the free app from the Apple Store or Google Play and then recording a message to your child. After the message is received by the cloud (where they got the name) your adorable pet, which is available in Puppy, Kitty, Teddy, Bunny, Elephant, or Unicorn, can play back that message as often as desired. Only one message at a time can be played, and you must be close to the pet when you are making the recording- no sending messages from Alabama to Florida! A blinking red light lets your child know there is a new message waiting for them- they can just squeeze it’s paw to hear it, and even reply back to the sender. Get yours at http://cloudpets.com.

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The fun to build littleBits Gizmos & Gadgets Kit is so much fun for kids who enjoy building, tinkering, and inventing. The one kit provides all the materials and instructions to design 15+creations, not to mention what kids can experiment and design on their own. Kids can build anything from a functioning racecar, or a bubble machine, to just figuring out how the gears work- it’s even good for smaller tinkerers- you know your kids best, but I would say 7 or 8 and above (and adults can play, too).

Yes, mom and dad, there IS and handbook- some of us need it. Here is a list of what it comes with- “The Gizmos & Gadgets Kit comes with a range of electronic building blocks, a detailed, step-by-step handbook with instructions for 15+ inventions, and all the accessories and craft tools needed.” (From manufacturer) There is more online, on the littleBits website and the free littleBits app. Get yours at http://littlebits.cc/shop

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For the Starawberry Shortcake lover in your life- or the girl who grew up in the 80’s- there are a bunch of awesome options this year, as Strawberry is celebrating her 35th birthday. In celebration, there are some special toys to mark the occasion. There is a cute Strawberry Shortcake Classic 35^th Anniversary Edition Small Doll, and she looks and smells just like she did when I was a kid- really. It brings back great memories for me, and she inspires new games and imaginative play for kids today. This special edition reproduction of the original doll can only be found at Target. Retails for $10.

Looking for something more cuddly? The Strawberry Shortcake Classic Rag Doll 35^th Anniversary Edition will do the trick, and she is adorable. She is great to take along on trips, put in your “baby” stroller, and tuck in to bed with your child at night. Also- great for the collector. She is $20.

Not retro, but still fun for kids (and a great take along toy) is the Strawberry Shortcake’s House Playset. Of course, with it’s signature “strawberry” scent, this house will be the best place for Strawberry and all her pals to get together for parties. It comes with (an exclusive to this playset) 6 inch Strawberry Shortcake doll and Custard the cat figure to start off the collection. The strawberry shaped house opens up to show off the interior of Starwberry’s café , and comes with quite a few accessories like cakes, pies, items for Custard, a table, and more. Retails for $40.

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Update Brings Mid-Level Checkpoints and New Courses to Super Mario Maker

October 27, 2015 by Samantha Leave a Comment

On Nov. 4, a free software update for the Super Mario Maker game brings new content to the hit title for the Wii U console. These include the ability to add mid-level checkpoints to levels, as well as the addition of Course World categories that highlight new levels from Nintendo and partner creators outside Nintendo. To date, players have uploaded more than 3.3 million levels globally, and these new features add even more ways to play and create in the game than ever before.

With the addition of mid-level checkpoints, users now have the option to add flags to their levels, allowing players to start at the selected point if they lose a life – rather than having to start over at the beginning of the level. Players can choose to edit and re-upload their own levels, or create new levels from scratch using this feature. Shaking an arrow sign item from the course parts palette will allow you to place a checkpoint flag.

Following the update, players can also insert power-ups that are dependent on Mario’s status. For example, by attaching a Super Mushroom to a Fire Flower and placing it inside a block, Mario will receive the Super Mushroom when he is small, and the Fire Flower when he is large.

The software update also introduces Event Courses in the game’s Course World online hub. Event Courses will feature levels from partner creators outside Nintendo. One of the first Event Courses will be “Ship Love,” the winning level from the “hackathon” event that was held at Facebook’s headquarters in Menlo Park earlier this year. Facebook is the first outside partner in the United States to design a level for Super Mario Maker; employees had the opportunity to design and present their creations to a panel of judges before the winning level was selected.

The level that was featured in the final round of the Omegathon event at this year’s Penny Arcade Expo event will also be available for players to experience shortly after the update goes live. New Event Courses will be added to the listing on an ongoing basis, some of which may even feature new Mystery Mushroom transformations. Additionally, a new Official Makers section in Course World will be added after downloading the update, featuring specially selected courses, including some created by Nintendo.

The free software update goes live on Nov. 4. For more information about Super Mario Maker, visit http://supermariomaker.nintendo.com/.

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What can we expect from commodities in future?

October 27, 2015 by Samantha Leave a Comment

This is a guest post from Medica Depot. All opinions are their own.

It is no secret that markets have gone through various changes in last couple of years. Similarly to any other market crash, this one forced people to be more conservative and cautious about their money. Paper cash is no longer desired. Stocks and bonds also lost popularity given that these financial instruments are always connected to economy of a particular country. Simply put, investors are no longer sure where to invest. Most of them believe that the money will slowly start shifting towards Arabic and Asian countries. As a result, USA and Europe will further lose steam. Consequently, all companies that are bond to these continents will experience drop in sales and thus, profit.

Entire crisis started by people being too liberal. Prices were inflated and individuals were prepared to trade and loan without limit. At one point, it all went down bringing enormous losses to both companies and individuals. Logical reaction which would appear after that is fear. Investors were no longer prepared to test their luck with same financial instruments. Suddenly, dollar and euro seamed flimsy. As a way to protect themselves, individuals started putting their money into commodities.

Investing is a normal concept that allows us to constructively use our money. Those who are making more than they need are able to use those resources to finance companies and even governments and municipalities. Of course, it also allows them to increase their wealth. Investing is much better option than having money lying around. Even though stocks and bonds show their unreliable side, shrewd investors realized that commodities are the future. Global economy is slowly shifting towards resources. This is to be expected because they will be depleted sooner than later. Unlike money, which can be printed without end, resources such as gold, oil, wheat have substantial value that can be cashed in at any time. Regal Assets review shows us that experts from this company trust commodities and are anticipating future increase in value of various commodities. However, have in mind that similar can happen to us if we overprice these resources. In other words, even though commodities are irreplaceable, they still should have some proper value.

Have in mind that we are investing more and more into natural resources and energy. We, as a global society, are seeking cleaner, better solutions that will allow us to do our job. Besides commodities, economic experts believe that companies that are dealing with energy are going to rise enormously in following years. In a sense, this is also connected to commodities and global shifts. Our planet is getting older and older. So does global population. In terms, this means that we will have more, older mouth to feed in future. Given that we have limited resources that are slowly being depleted; we are no longer able to use them as we did previously. This especially pertains to fossil fuels. As a result, we will have to rely more on naturally produced energy and resources. It yet remains to be seen how this will be managed and if we manage it properly, will it cause prices of precious metals and fossil fuels to drop.

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Jet.com For Your Ultimate Family Halloween Costumes @Jet

October 24, 2015 by Samantha 5 Comments

There are many options in regard to buying Halloween costumes for your family online. Many places carry the same exact costumes, and as a consumer it can be a pain to weed through the results and find a reputable retailer who also has the best prices and value for your hard earned money.

Jet.com is a brand new retailer that sprung up this summer, and has a plethora of goods available. The pricing algorithm Jet uses not only finds the items you are looking for but also finds them for the best available prices as you shop, factoring in additional parameters such as waiving free returns or choosing lower cost payment methods as well as buying items from a single seller instead of multiple sellers. This is very useful when piecing together Halloween costumes for the family. From face paint to plastic accessories, everything is available on Jet at a low price. They provide free shipping on orders over $35. This is without paying extra to belong to a savings club as well, which is the added perk of not factoring in additional costs. The free shipping does take some time, so to be sure you get your costumes by Halloween I would suggest expedited shipping just in case.

Another great point to make about Jet.com is the coupons. The coupons do not just take a certain percent or amount from certain buyers or items available on Jet but have potential to bring your cost down even less then previously thought, so keep your eye on their homepage for additional savings on your favorite items from your favorite sellers.

The items available from Jet.com include dog food, laundry detergent, grocery items, and of course Halloween decorations and costumes.

Check out Jet.com as one of your go to shopping destinations for any of your shopping needs.

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