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When I was a kid I had action figures among my toys. I understand the appeal when you’re a child. If I had been a big manga fan and I’d seen this 19" toy version of Kaneda’s bike in a shop window, I might well have coveted it:

This die-cast metal vehicle replica arrives complete with LED light-up features on the entire bike, as well as sound effects, including engine start, rev, tires, drift and drive, and adjustable headlights. Action figure sold separately.

You’d expect it to be a bit pricey, obviously; extra-special-birthday-present kind of cash. So let’s see the ( damage... )

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Tory MP sorry after novelty tie breaks into speech

A Conservative MP has apologised after inadvertently turning on his musical tie while making a speech in the House of Commons.

Nadhim Zahawi's red tie—worn as part of an anti-cancer campaign—started playing a tinny tune during a debate on education funding. Deputy Speaker Dawn Primarolo urged him to be "more selective" in future in his choice of ties.

The Stratford on Avon MP was was speaking in a Labour-led debate on the future of the Educational Maintenance Allowance in England when a tune rang out for about 20 seconds. As colleagues and opponents looked around the chamber for the source, Mr Zahawi realised what had happened and switched off his tie. [BBC]

And what an excellent tune it is: