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Survivor: China: ‘A Chicken’s A Little Bit Smarter’
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Prime Time, Reality, CBS, Survivor,
Already in its 15th season, the producers of Survivor continue to prove they will never lack locations to exploit. This time around they stepped back in time and journeyed to one of the oldest countries of the world: China.
The 16 contestants traveled by train from Shanghai to a 16th century Buddhist monastery where the ever-youthful Jeff Probst was waiting for them. (I don’t know why they call Ryan Seacrest today’s version of Dick Clark; I really think Probst could give him a run for his money). Upon arriving, the competitors were informed they’d be participating in a Buddhist ceremony. Although Jeff assured them this was not a religious ceremony (just a way for the the natives to ‘welcome’ the new guests), Leslie (the Christian radio talk show host) felt extremely uncomfortable and walked out before it was even over.
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Mattel Continues Recalls with Barbie Accessories
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Corporate News, Editorial, Misc. Tech, Toys,
Once again, Mattel has recalled over 800,000 items made in China with lead paint. This time the targets are Barbie accessories, Geo Trax Engines, and Big Big World 6-in-1 Bongo Band toys. CEO Robert Eckert gives the usual obligatory “I’m sorry” and “You have my promise…” on the company site, but it really makes you wonder when/if the recall will be over.
While we would like to think that this will end the matter, somehow we don’t think it is a complete solution. What can we as consumers do? We can write to our legislators and contact the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to ask for stricter control. We also suggest you go to your nearest hardware store and pick up or order online a Lead Test Kit, which retails for only about $4.00. If you find a toy and can identify the brand, contact the company and/or send them the part. We certainly no longer agree with their old tagline “If it’s Mattel, it’s Swell.”
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Report: Xbox 360 To Launch In China
Posted by Christopher Sasaki Categories: Xbox 360,
A report from Reuters citing “industry sources” indicates that Microsoft may be set to offer the Xbox 360 in China within the next few months. The sources indicated to Reuters that Microsoft has been in talks with Internet service providers and PC makers, and has apparently started discussing a potential launch with the Chinese government. Apparently, the Chinese government requires content review of all video games sold in the country; with this approval, Microsoft could start selling the console as soon as the lunar new year. Launching in China would give Microsoft access to one of the fastest growing game markets in the world, but one where online gaming is generally more successful than console gaming, largely due to price point.
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