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Star Wars

Use ‘The Force’ for Code: Lucasfilm teams with Code.org for Star Wars ‘Hour of Code’ tutorials

Millions of fans are anticipating Star Wars: The Force Awakens, dissecting the trailers and trying to get any glimpse possible of the new… Read More

This foam lightsaber might make all your ‘Star Wars’ LARPing dreams come true

Previous versions of the much-loved lightsaber have traditionally been plastic — cold, hard plastic that not only hurts but can… Read More

This R2-D2 roving mini-fridge delivers beer to the sofa for the low, low price of $8,300

So, it’s here — the R2-D2 mini-fridge. Well, sort of. Only if you live in Japan. And only if you… Read More

J.J. Abrams responds to theories about ‘Evil Luke’ in ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’

Star Wars fans poring over the Force Awakens teasers and trailers have likely noticed one conspicuous absence. We’ve seen Han, Leia,… Read More

The first ‘Star Wars’ Dreamliner is now flying the friendly skies

Have you been dreaming of booking a ticket on that awesome Boeing 787 Dreamliner painted like Star Wars‘ R2-D2? Well, this… Read More

‘Star Wars’ tickets reportedly go on pre-sale tonight

While you’re watching “Monday Night Football” on ESPN and taking in the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens trailer, you… Read More

Star Wars unveils poster for The Force Awakens, will debut preview during Monday Night Football

Get excited, Star Wars fans. The official poster for Star Wars: The Force Awakens was released on Sunday and what’s being… Read More

Why MIT writing prof and author Junot Diaz makes his students watch ‘Star Wars’

  If you don’t know who Junot Diaz is, you should learn now. Not only is he a badass author,… Read More

R2-D2 takes to the skies with ANA’s new Boeing Dreamliner 787-9

Star Wars and aviation geeks converged on Boeing’s Everett Factory this morning for the unveiling of the R2-D2 jet, a… Read More

EMP will say so long to ‘Star Wars,’ hello to ‘Hello, Kitty’

The EMP Museum announced that one of its next big exhibits will be dedicated to Hello Kitty. Set to open… Read More

Kylo Ren’s creepy voice gives Darth Vader a run for his money

One listen to Star Wars: The Force Awakens‘ villain, Kylo Ren, spew out a few choice lines, and it will… Read More

The man behind the Millennium Falcon: Meet the main ‘Star Wars’ toy designer

Happy Force Friday! This a.m., Bloomberg Business brings us this incredible look at the man who’s designed over four decades… Read More

You can now buy your own BB-8 droid from ‘Star Wars’

Well, well. Dreams can come true. Get ready to whip out your credit card, because let’s face it, some things… Read More

This office supply company built tributes to ‘Star Wars’ out of 3,597 Post-it notes

A office in the UK decided to take its admiration of ‘Star Wars’ to the next level — with Post-its.… Read More

See who wins this age-old battle of ‘Star Trek’ vs. ‘Star Wars’

It’s likely fueled more than a few million heated debates over the years — the epic question: What’s better? Star… Read More

Naming your kid after Darth Vader cracks U.S. top 1,000 baby names

Would you name your kid after Darth Vader? Apparently, quite a few people did. Via Mashable, the latest numbers from… Read More

‘Star Wars: Episode IX’ books ‘Jurassic World’ director

The next Star Wars trilogy is complete as far as naming directors goes. Lucasfilm announced that the director for Star… Read More

Korean ‘Star Wars’ trailer shows new scene of the bad guys

The countdown to Star Wars: The Force Awakens continues with the latest teaser coming out of South Korea. Star Wars fans… Read More

Wilco releases album called ‘Star Wars’ because why not?

In perhaps one of the greatest new marketing moves ever, Chicago-based band Wilco released an album on its site called… Read More

This is what it might look like if a Jedi put on a GoPro

Obviously a fan of Star Wars, YouTuber Bill Parker made this video of a Jedi Knight putting on a GoPro,… Read More

‘Lego Movie’ guys to bring you ‘Star Wars’ spinoff on Han Solo’s early years

Wow, this the movie we’ve been waiting for — Han Solo, the early years. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the… Read More

Lucasfilm launches new lab to bring virtual reality to ‘Star Wars’

Yes! Like peanut butter and chocolate, Lucasfilm and virtual reality needed to come together as one. Variety reports today that… Read More

Lost film that premiered before ‘Empire Strikes Back’ in 1980 now online

Here’s one from the vaults. Literally. Star Wars fans take note: Apparently, George Lucas commissioned a short film to be… Read More

In Japan, this rolling R2-D2 fridge will soon be a reality

Forget those hacky mini-fridges you have next to your favorite TV-marathon-watching seat. Soon, your tasty beverages may be delivered by… Read More

Disney’s Playmation lets kids connect via wearables and move like an Avenger

Today, Disney announced a new line of toys that are a mash-up of wearable tech, action characters and gaming adventures in… Read More

Could ‘Star Wars’ and Marvel channels be coming soon from Disney?

The Internet rumors are out that Disney may be planning to create Star Wars and Marvel streaming channels. According to Daily Finance,… Read More

Check out this photographer’s great series of ‘Star Wars’ characters posing with adoptable pets

This is a smashing idea. A Canadian photographer took pictures of a local Star Wars troop posing with animals up… Read More

Headed to London? Be sure to check out the ‘Star Wars’ exhibit at Madame Tussauds

Madame Tussauds, the museum that immortalizes celebrities in wax form, has taken on a most ambitious project: Star Wars. The… Read More

Unbelievably cool ‘Star Wars’ watches coming soon to a galaxy near you

May the Fourth may be but a bit of cosmic dust in your eye, but watchmaker Nixon announced this week… Read More

‘Star Wars’ edition coming to Disney Infinity 3.0

Here’s some great news for those still celebrating May the Fourth — Disney Infinity’s 3.0 edition will feature Star Wars characters… Read More

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