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Review: Shadow the Hedgehog

As discussed in the Mona Lisa review, organic figures and faces are challenging to represent in a brick-built format. However, at least in my experience, one of the most enjoyable aspects of building with LEGO is the challenge of designing something within limitations. With the growing palette of elements available these days, designers can tackle much more intricate forms.

Previously known for his work on Minecraft and Sonic sets with a younger target age range, LEGO Designer Aron Gerencser has now taken his first step into 18+ sets with 77000 Shadow the Hedgehog.

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Random minifig of the day: cty0754

Today's random minifigure is cty0754 Police - City Bandit Male with Orange Vest, Black Knit Cap, Moustache Curly Long, a Town figure that came in one set, 60139 Mobile Command Centre, released during 2017.

Our members collectively own a total of 5,651 of them. If you'd like to buy one you should find it for sale at BrickLink, where new ones sell for around $1.70.

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Random set of the day: Color Light

Today's random set is 4056 Color Light, released during 2001. It's one of 46 Studios sets produced that year. It contains 13 pieces.

It's owned by 152 Brickset members. If you want to add it to your collection you should find it for sale at BrickLink, where new ones sell for around $5.90, or eBay.

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'Pure fiction': Kremlin denies President-elect Trump spoke with Putin on Ukraine

Russia's President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump talk during a bilateral meeting at the G20 leaders summit in Osaka, Japan. — Reuters/FilePutin has "no concrete plans" for any contacts with Trump: Kremlin.Trump spoke to Ukrainian President Zelenskiy last...




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Woman wins $1m despite forgetting about lottery ticket

A customer purchases a ticket for the Power-ball jackpot of $1.9 billion dollars at a newsstand in New York City, US, November 7, 2022. — Reuters

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Man claiming to be 'Christ' kills monk at Spanish monastery

A worshipper holds up a cross during the Good Friday procession at the Via Dolorosa in Jerusalem's Old City, March 29. — Reuters

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Trump admin getting bigger with some interesting names

Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and US Representative Elise Stefanik attend a rally ahead of the New Hampshire primary election in Concord, New Hampshire, US January 19, 2024. — Reuters

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Trump ramps up transition moves with key appointments

US President-elect Donald Trump with his campaign manager Susie Wiles.— Reuters/file

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New Zealand PM apologises to 200,000 vulnerable survivors of state abuse

New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon arrives at the National Cemetery in Seoul, South Korea, September 4, 2024. — Reuters

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For the love of Trump, S Korea's Yoon heads to golf course for first time in 8 years

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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol recently began practicing golf, for the first time in eight years, in preparation for future meetings with...




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Afghanistan's Taliban eye aid at their first UN climate talks since 2021 takeover

Mawlawi Matiul Haq Khalis, director-general of Afghanistan's National Environmental Protection Agency meets with the media on the sidelines of the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Baku on November 11, 2024. — AFP

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Trump picks South Dakota Gov Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary: report

Donald Trump gestures next to South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem during a town hall campaign event in Oaks, Pennsylvania, US, October 14, 2024. — Reuters

US President-elect Donald Trump has picked South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to serve as the next secretary of the Department of...




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Hit-and-run attack in southern China's Zhuhai kills 35

Emergency personnel work near the site of a suspected hit-and-run attack, which left several wounded, outside a sports centre, in Zhuhai, China, November 11, 2024, in this still image taken from a social media video. — Reuters

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Trump makes new appointments, Rubio tipped for secretary of state

US President-elect Donald Trump and Republican US Senator Marco Rubio 2011. — Reuters

US President-elect Donald Trump announced new members of his incoming administration on Monday, and was expected to pick Senator Marco Rubio as secretary of state.

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Russia bans 'child-free propaganda' to try to boost birth rate

Blogger and marketer Alina Rzhanova, 33, walks with her eight-month-old son Igor during an interview with Reuters in the city of Yaroslavl, Russia October 3, 2024. — Reuters

Russia's lower house of parliament voted unanimously on Tuesday to ban what authorities cast as...




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Court delays decision on sentencing Trump to November 19

US President-elected Donald Trump. — Reuters/file

Trump, due to be sentenced on Nov 26, may receive reprieve. Presidents have sweeping immunity from prosecution.President-elect repeatedly derided the case as witch-hunt.

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Trump names Elon Musk to a role leading govt efficiency drive

Tesla CEO and X owner Elon Musk speaks as Republican presidential nominee and US president-elect Donald Trump looks on during a rally at the site of the July assassination attempt against Trump, in Butler, Pennsylvania, US, October 5, 2024. — ReutersMusk and Ramaswamy to lead...




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US airman who leaked classified Pentagon documents jailed for 15 years

An undated image of the suspect, national guardsman Jack Teixeira, can be seen reflected in an image of the Pentagon in Washington, DC in this photo illustration created on April 13, 2023. — AFP

Jack Teixeira, an American airman who admitted to leaking a trove of...




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COP29: Why are countries fighting over climate finance?

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a statement during the United Nations climate change conference COP29, in Baku, Azerbaijan November 12, 2024. — Reuters

BAKU: Climate change remains a point of concern and contention for countries around the world who are now fighting...




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British writer Samantha Harvey wins Booker Prize for her novel 'Orbital'

British writer Samantha Harvey and Booker Prize 2024 winner for her book "Orbital" poses on the red carpet upon arrival for the Booker Prize Award announcement ceremony, at the Old Billingsgate, in London, on November 12, 2024. — AFP

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Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby quits over abuse scandal

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby speaks during a visit to the tomb of Oscar Arnulfo Romero in San Salvador on June 4, 2024. — AFP

The leader of the world's Anglicans, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, on Tuesday resigned following a damning report that concluded the...




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India's top court denounces BJP's demolition drive mainly targeting minority Muslims

Police officers throw stones towards the demonstrators during a protest against a government demolition drive, in Haldwani in the northern state of Uttarakhand, India, February 8, 2024. — Reuters Pleas were filed after demolitions in BJP-ruled states. Rights groups,...




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Trump says he will nominate anti-'woke' Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defence secretary

US President Donald Trump is interviewed by Fox and Friends co-host Pete Hegseth at the White House in Washington, US April 6, 2017. REUTERS

US President-elect Donald Trump said on Tuesday he has picked as his secretary of defence Pete Hegseth, a Fox News commentator and veteran who has...




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2 Generations of Military Chaplains Reflect on Experience, Look to Future

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Knights of Columbus Surpasses $100 Million in Support for Seminarians, Religious Vocations

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Diocese of Oakland Says It Will Pay Up to $200 Million for Hundreds of Abuse Claims

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U.S. Latino Catholic Family Receives Award for Exemplary Faith and Service

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Group Launches Quinceañera Program Designed to Form Young Catholic Women

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EWTN’s Father Wade Menezes Urges Men to ‘Stand Firm, Be Strong’

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A Better Translation of the St. Michael Prayer, Is the God of Natural Law an Idol, On Keeping Up Appearances, and More Great Links!

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Film Tells Story of Michelle Duppong, FOCUS Missionary Who ‘Evangelized Through Friendship’

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International Catholic Professional Formation Program Grows in DC

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Pope Francis Moves Part of Vatican Library and Archive to Rome Seminary

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What 2024 Election Results Mean for Catholics and the Country

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Installation of New Bishop in England Deferred for a Second Time

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Pope Francis to Have Sunday Lunch With 1,300 Guests On World Day of the Poor

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Archbishop of Canterbury Resigns Over Handling of Abuse Cases

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Archbishop Broglio Calls Bishops to Insist on Human Dignity, Migrant Aid After Election

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US Nuncio: Bishops Must Foster Missionary Zeal

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US Bishops Will Speak Out ‘Loudly’ if Trump’s Mass Deportation Rhetoric Becomes Reality

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Bishops Elect New Treasurer, Committee Chairs at Baltimore Meeting

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‘Luckiest Priest in America’ Leads His Last Eucharistic Procession on Campus

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Catholic Woman Awarded $12.7 Million in Religious Discrimination Lawsuit Over COVID Vaccine

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Imran violated PTI's constitution in nominating Raja as secretary general

PTI leader Salman Akram Raja and founder Imran Khan. —Screengrab/ X/ @salmanAraja/ Instagram/ @ptiofficial/ FileOmar Ayub's resignation not yet formally accepted.Gohar says Raja’s work as secy gen is internal matter.PTI Constitution has no provision for secy gen's nomination.



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Smog crisis shuts schools, moves classes online in five more Punjab divisions

Students wearing face masks walk along a street amid smoggy conditions in Lahore on November 21, 2023. — AFP

RAWALPINDI: As intense smog continues to choke residents across Punjab, the provincial government on Tuesday ordered the closure of public and private schools and a...




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PM Shehbaz attends all-important Climate Action Summit in Baku

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer attend the Opening Ceremony of the United Nations climate change conference COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan November 12, 2024. — ReutersPM to highlight climate change dangers affecting...




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Key facilitator in Police Lines deadly blast turns out to be policeman: IG

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Inspector General Akhtar Hayat Gandapur addressing a press conference in Peshawar on November 12, 2024. —Screengrab/ Geo News

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'CNIC fee to increase if more Nadra offices opened'

Outside view of the Nadra's mega center in Peshawar. — APP/FileNadra says its funding relies on issuance and renewals.Concerns raised over fake CNICs for Afghan nationals. Nadra assures committee it monitors data leaks closely.

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PTI top leaders, SIC chief released after brief arrest for ‘violating' Section 144

Punjab police personnel arresting top PTI leaders and SIC chief outside Rawalpindi's Adiala jail on November 12, 2024. — ReporterAyub, Qaiser, Raza were detained outside Adiala Jail.Police say top politicians arrested for violating Section 144. PTI says politicians were waiting...




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Pakistan calls for 'redefining' climate finance strategy to help vulnerable nations

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressing the Climate Finance Roundtable Conference, hosted by Pakistan, on the sidelines of COP29 Climate Action Summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, November 12, 2024. — PID

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