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Hey Guys, I was speaking to a contact on the corporate side of McDonalds who told me that they have been overwhelmed with demand for the Muppets UK Happy Meals to the point where most restaurants are selling out of the toys. Apparently they've had to bring forward the release dates of some...

Sheryl Crow has filmed a guest appearance on Sesame Street. Crow will be seen on the first episode of the show's new series in the US in April. She sang a parody version of Soak Up The Sun and was joined by characters Elmo, Zoe and Rosita. Crow is recording a number of TV appearances...

Hi Guys 'The Muppets' arrived today at McDonalds in the UK and it's all pretty fantastic - i ditched working for a late breakfast/dinner (which will probably last till around supper) and went along to find out about it all. This week's toys are Kermit & The Swedish Chef. Others available...

I just wanted everyone to know that Pete Orton who is a great guy won a Special Achievement Award this evening at the 'Childrens Film And Television Bafta Awards' in the UK which are voted for by the British TV Industry. Peter now runs HIT Entertainment, but has worked at the 'Childrens...

Just a quick mention that Bear appeared on the BBC's 'Children In Need' Telethon show tonight in the UK. He cha cha cha'd with the audience and did a quick interview with the presenter. The dialogue was live but the song was on backing tape. If you want to donate to the cause it's...

Hi Everybody, Voting starts on November 29th in the T.O.T.Y Awards where members of the General Public can have their say in the peoples choice category as to which toy released this year was their favorite and deserves recognition within the industry. Last year 'Bratz' dolls from MGA...

Michael of Kermitage.com has recieved the series 2 figures and given his review on the Palisades Official Forum :- http://forums.palisadestoys.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=170

From DVD Talk :- Roger Rabbit fans rejoice! Buena Vista Home Video has announced the DVD release Who Framed Roger Rabbit: Special Edition. Set for release on March 25th, 2003 Who Framed Roger Rabbit: Special Edition will be presented in both widescreen and full screen with both Dolby Digital...

Anybody got any news on this Playstation game ? - i thought it was due out fairly soon but have heard nothing from either the gaming magazines/sites or muppet sites. I want it !!!

Sesame Street producers consider Belfast version The makers of Sesame Street are planning a Belfast-based version of the children's show. They hope promote understanding and tolerance between the rival communities in Northern Ireland. It would be set in a fictional Belfast street and...

Does anybody know the names and URL's of the major DVD news and review sites ? Thanks

Cory et all who is on now - Anyone fancy a Muppet chat ? Emphasis on the Muppet ! I'll be at Toughpigs !

Hey Guys, Virgin Megastores in the UK are now carrying some new Muppet plush beany things of the classic Muppets. They have Piggy, Gonzo, Kermit and Animal and they look quite good. Gonzo is in a hawian type shirt, and the others are fairly good likenesses. They are officially licensed...

As posted by Scarecroe at 'Toughpigs.com', if you go to :- http://aolsvc.aol.com/ams/clickThruRedirect.adp?55078833,27846629,http://demand1.stream.aol.com/ramgen/aol/us/aolmusic/artists/wmg/themuppets/themuppets_themuppetshow25anni.smil You can join a 'CD Now' listening party where the...

Hey Guys Anyone ever seen a show called 'Scariest Places On Earth' ? It aired on the 'Family Channel' and i think may have ended now. I need some info on it - basically i am involved with the writing and development of a similar show, and i need to make sure no part of ours could be taken...

Hey Guys, Thought i'd mention that ALF is (finally) coming to DVD on October 22nd in the USA. They are releasing 'The ALF Files' - three hour long specials (a christmas one, and two others that also incorporate lots of clips from the classic earlier episodes) as well as a commentary...

Hi Guys, Kynan has posted over at Toughpigs that the Muppets Christmas Movie has now wrapped in Vancouver and insiders say that Henson are VERY pleased with it so far. Apparently there are hints that the whole spirit of Jim's work has been recaptured. Anyway for the full details you can...

Hi Guys 'Jab TV' have released a parody flash cartoon based on the recent Muppet/Sesame Aids news stories. This is REALLY gonna put the cat among the Sesame Street Pigeons around here but in the interests of news here it is. The animation and concept is actually not bad, but obviously i'm...

This is just a heads up for fans in the UK - Weezer will be in London next week starting from Monday. They are coming to be the support act for 'Guns and Roses' live concert, and also likely to do some promotional appearances for 'Keep Fishing'.

Bus driver charges boy 10p fare for nibbles the Hamster A schoolboy who took his hamster on a bus journey to visit his grandmother was charged a 10p fare for the pet. Jordan Underwood, 10, from King's Heath, Northampton, was stunned when after paying his own 55p fare, the bus driver...