The Toy Insider's Jackie Breyer joins Cheddar to reveal the most tech-forward toys from the American International Toy Fair. She highlights the many ways AR, VR, A.I., and drones are being used to craft the next big toy fad.
Breyer shows off a new model from K'NEX that lets kids ride their creations in a VR experience. We also learn about SeeMeez, the new virtual friends that introduce children to the fun of holograms. Plus, find out how Marvel is capitalizing on the AR trend with a new Iron Man immersive toy.
Breyer says the "gross" trend dominated the Toy Fair. She reveals the different "disgusting" toys that are sure to have kids updating their holiday wish-lists next year. We also find out how smartphone integrations are affecting the price tags on this year's coolest toys.
Nancy Mello, an animal communicator with Medium, joined Cheddar News to discuss how her love of animals led to a change from doing readings with people and spoke of her experiences and the process of helping animals. Mello also does a live pet reading in studio.
A study published this week in the Journal Frontiers in Pain Research found that listening to sad songs when you're in pain could actually help relieve that pain.
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most famous attractions in New York City but there's a lot more to this landmark than one may think. Rafael Abreu, vice president of marketing with Statue City Cruises, spoke with Cheddar News to discuss the park's operations and Park Ranger Laurel Brierly also joined from inside the statue's famed crown to talk about visiting the landmark.
Wondering what to watch this weekend? This week, we have a timeless hair-raising movie, a spooky experience that tugs at your deepest fears and MI6 puffer fish. Plus: a non-creepy Halloween classic.
Jeff Lee, CEO and co-founder of the DIBS Beauty brand, which is a finalist in the CEW Beauty Awards' make-up tools category, spoke with Cheddar News to discuss his background, career, and success in fashion -- and eventually working with baseball great Alex Rodriguez and influencer Courtney Shields -- after a career as a corporate lawyer.
