While supplies last, Hasbro Pulse Premium members get ready to snag exclusive access to very limited quantities of select, fan favorite HasLabs from the past! Act fast! The HasLab Vault only opens for a limited time, beginning TODAY, December 18^th at 12:00PM ET through December 19^th at 12:00PM ET*.

Update: Star Wars items not included

A long time staffer at YodasNews.com, Brandon Jackson, and his wife were involved in a devastating auto accident over the weekend. Brandon suffered serious injuries and unfortuntately his wife, Nancy, did not survive. Thankfully, their son was not in the vehicle during the accident.

Brandon has been active in the Star Wars community for years as a photographer and a frequent attendee of conventions. He was recently featured on StarWars.com as part of their Our Star Wars Stories articles.

We are reaching out to you our readers to help support the Jackson family by making a donation to their GoFundMe page to help with the expenses from this tragedy.

PSWCS.org, in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Star Wars Collecting Society (PSWCS), is excited to announce their 11^th charity medallion in support of Veteran’s Miracle Center Erie.  

Veteran’s Miracle Center Erie (VMCE) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides support to Veterans in Northwestern PA.  VMCE’s first mission is to offer Veterans and active-duty military personnel real solutions that will enhance their lives. They offer clothing, personal care and hygiene products, houseware items, hope and more free of charge. They also partner with other Veteran organizations to provide additional services, support and counseling.  

The limited-edition medallion is fully approved by Lucasfilm and has an edition size of 1000 pieces. Each medallion features the likeness of R2-D2 on the front, along with the date and the name of the charity, Veterans Miracle Center Erie. R2-D2, the hero of the Star Wars Saga, represents the veteran heroes VMCE serves and this could not come at a better time as Lucasfilm celebrates its 50^th anniversary. The back features the PSWCS logo.  

The medallions will be $12.50 each if shipped inside the USA and will be accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and receipt as they are tax deductible. International purchases are welcome, extra shipping charges will apply. Place your order now at pswcs.com/charity.cfm  

As we continue to adjust to the complex life changes and ripple effects of COVID-19, we are hoping that those who are able can make a donation to Rancho Obi-Wan on behalf of friend Ringo Davil (D. Martin Myatt). Rancho Obi-Wan is an independent, non-profit organization, established by Steve Sansweet, that offers tours and preserves many of the rare and obscure collectibles/memorabilia from our favorite franchise. Rancho Obi-Wan relies on contributions and donations for operability. The Star Wars fan base is large and generous and has already reached the goal originally set. Let’s continue this momentum in an effort to ensure that ROW is around for years to come.

Host Jordan Hembrough travels the US talking to Star Wars fans about their amazing journeys with the saga and its impact on their lives. Click the image above to watch the first episode and click on through for the full press release.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, October 2, 2018 – Lucasfilm announced today the launch of Our Star Wars Stories, a new digital series about the many incredible ways that Star Wars has impacted the lives of fans everywhere. Join host Jordan Hembrough (Toy Hunter) as he travels the country, uncovering these deeply personal, touching, and inspiring tales from the fans themselves.

“Everyone really does have a Star Wars story, and the ones we’ve featured are powerful and beautiful,” Hembrough said. “Presenting them to the world is an honor, and making Our Star Wars Stories has been an experience I’ll never forget.”

“The impact of Star Wars goes beyond filmmaking and collecting,” Mickey Capoferri, executive producer, said. “It has changed the course of people’s lives and inspired them in profound ways. That’s what Our Star Wars Stories is about and I’m thrilled that we’re sharing these fans’ journeys.”

Our Star Wars Stories kicks off on October 2, 2018, with Albin Johnson – a fandom visionary who founded the 501^st Legion, which has become the largest fan organization in the world. Albin’s story is about creativity and determination; facing unplanned and unimaginable heartbreak and tragedy; and the uplifting power of the Star Wars fan community.

Following the launch of the series, four more episodes (6-10 minutes in length) of Our Star Wars Stories will be on the way. New installments will be released on the offical Star Wars YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook pages every Tuesday at 12 p.m. PT/ET, beginning October 2.

For more on Our Star Wars Star Wars Stories and Star Wars, visit StarWars.com, YouTube.com/StarWars, Twitter.com/StarWars, and Instagram.com/StarWars.

The Pennsylvania Star Wars Collecting Society (PSWCS) and The ARC of Pennsylvania have teamed up to produce Luke Skywalker charity medallions, which are now available to purchase. This exclusive collectible has a limited run, so be sure to get yours today. Each medallion is $12.50 shipped in the US (international shipping available) and all proceeds benefit The ARC of Pennsylvania.

The ARC of Pennsylvania, based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania has 33 chapters throughout the state, and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. They provide advocacy services, early intervention, housing, home-care assistance, day supports, respite and job training for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities – including Down syndrome, autism, and cerebral palsy.  They also provide support services for their family members and friends.

The limited-edition medallion is fully approved by Lucasfilm and has an edition size of 1000 pieces. Each medallion features the likeness of Luke Skywalker on the front, along with the date and the name of the charity, The ARC of Pennsylvania. The back features the PSWCS logo. Order yours today.

Lucasfilm and Star Wars: Force for Change today announced Roar For Change, a global challenge in support of UNICEF that invites fans to share their own version of Chewbacca’s fearsome roar on social media.

For each public post, like, or share on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter that includes #RoarForChange between May 3 – 25, 2018, Star Wars: Force for Change U.S. will donate $1 to UNICEF USA, up to $1 million.

Funds will be used to support UNICEF’s lifesaving work for children around the world.  More details can be found at the official site.

Hit the jack pot o’ gold at the end of the rainbow this St. Patrick’s Day and pick up your BB-8 charity medallion to support wounded veterans. Buy yours today to make sure your luck doesn’t run out! Click on through for details.

The Pennsylvania Star Wars Collecting Society (PSWCS) and No Warrior without Help have teamed up to offer their remaining BB-8 charity medallions for St. Patrick’s Day. Their coins originally debuted at Star Wars Celebration 2017 in Orlando, FL and are now exclusively available online. Each medallion is $15 shipped in the US (international shipping available) and all proceeds benefit No Warrior without Help.

No Warrior without Help, based in Central Pennsylvania, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides direct financial support to assist wounded veterans as well as train service dogs.

The limited edition medallion is fully approved by Lucasfilm and has an edition size of 1000 pieces. Each medallion features the likeness of BB-8 on the front, along with the date and the name of the charity, No Warrior without Help. The back features the PSWCS logo.

You can place your orders now at pswcs.com.

UNICEF has announced that Star Wars: Force for Change is returning to Disney Parks starting on Galactic Nights, December 16, 2017!

Click on through for the details.

While you’re enjoying Star Wars: The Last Jedi and taking advantage of all of the Star Wars-related activities at Galactic Nights, it’s never too early to start preparing for Solo: A Star Wars Story!

This year, we will offer t-shirts for adults that feature the logo for the upcoming film Solo: A Star Wars Story. These shirts are the first products for the new film created especially for Disney Parks and will be available through May 25, 2018.

25% of the retail sale price of this product will be donated to UNICEF USA in support of UNICEF Kid Power. UNICEF Kid Power gives kids the power to save lives. By getting active with the UNICEF Kid Power Band, kids can go on missions, earn points and unlock therapeutic food packets for severely malnourished children around the world.

The Adult Tee will be at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for Star Wars Galactic Nights on December 16, 2017. This item will then roll out to the below locations on December 17^th, 2017:

Disneyland Resort

• Disneyland Park – Star Trader and Star Wars Launch Bay
• Downtown Disney District – D-Street and World of Disney

Walt Disney World Resort

• DHS Star Wars Galactic Nights (Initial Product Launch)
• Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Tatooine Traders and Star Wars Launch Bay
• Disney Springs – Star Wars Galactic Outpost and Star Wars Trading Post
• Magic Kingdom Park – Merchants of Venus

These items will not be available on the Disney Parks online store or via the Shop Disney Parks mobile app.

Learn more about Galactic Nights here and buy your ticket today!

Solo: A Star Wars Story, set prior to the events of the original Star Wars trilogy, is slated for release on May 25, 2018.

The team at First Order Transmissions is having a raffle to raise funds in an effort to assist those affected by the devastation in Puerto Rico and Mexico City. On October 27, all of those that have donated as little as $10 will be eligible to win one of dozens of prizes offered up from our personal collections as well as donated by followers of our show. As more money is raised, more high-value prizes will be added to the pool. For details, you can check out this post on Facebook and watch our special announcement show on YouTube.

Please help us support this effort by spreading the word and donating. All monies contributed will go directly to the charities promoted.