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Ensign’s Log: STAR TREK (2026) #1 advance review

Avery and Ollie Kaplan beam aboard Comics Beat with a spoiler-free advance review of the upcoming Star Trek (2026) #1 from IDW.

TV Review: FUTURAMA Season 14 delivers pensive, self-reflexive and predictive episodes

Avery Kaplan returns to the world of tomorrow to review Futurama Season 14, the first two episodes of which are now streaming on Hulu.

Exclusive: IDW’s HELLO KITTY AND FRIENDS: HELLO WORLD! #1 receives 75,000 orders from retailers

First issue arrives from Eisner Award–winning author Mariko Tamaki and artist rtist Cody Lemieux on August 12.

Give a little money to James Tynion IV and the Harvey Pekar family

James Tynion IV and The Real Danielle put out two appeals for money for two worthy comics projects

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State of the Con Part 2: Where are the teenaged boys at?

A few commenters and observers have noted that fewer teenaged boys are attending comic cons ...and they're wondering why

QUEEN IN BLACK lands tie-in series DEFENDERS OF LIGHT AND DARK

Beta Ray Bill and Iron Man will lead their own teams against Hela and Knull in Tom Waltz and Zé Carlos's three-issue tie-in series.

The Hellfire Gala returns in X-MEN: THE HELLFIRE MURDER

Wolverine and Jubilee will investigate a murder in this year's edition, featuring contributions from most of the current X-Men creative teams.

Dark Horse announces ZELDA: TEARS OF THE KINGDOM – SECRETS OF THE ZONAI art & history book

Dark Horse has announced The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Secrets of the Zonai, an extensive new Zelda art book.

Interview: Mike Mignola on URI TUPKA AND THE GODS and what he likes drawing right now

Mike Mignola talks about his latest project, the future of Yeb the Spoon and what he likes drawing right now

Look out! SUPERGIRL toys available for pre-order

After unveiling a new trailer, check out the merch for the upcoming DC Studios film

Manga and Anime News

Otakon 2026: AnimEigo announces ANTIQUE BAKERY, ReLIFE, and more

AnimEigo announced five new home media titles at Otakon 2026, including a reprint of ReLIFE and a 4K Blu-ray version of Dog of Flanders.

Manga Mavericks announces new licenses for two ZENZO titles and more at Otakon 2026

Manga Mavericks has announced three new licenses: two digital titles and one print/digital release at Otakon 2026.

NEON GENESIS EVANGELION comes to Criterion Channel

The legendary anime Neon Genesis Evangelion will join the popular Criterion Channel streaming service starting in September.

NARUTO joins the Little Golden Book family with The Ninja ABCs!

Naruto and his friends will soon join an American children's classic Little Golden Book series in chibi style.

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: CREDITS ROLL INTO THE SEA sets sail

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers THE SECOND ALPHA, URUSEI YATSURA and THE CREDITS ROLL INTO THE SEA.

SDCC ’26: MARVEL and KADOKAWA announce partnership

Announced at San Diego Comic-Con, a new collaboration between Marvel and Japanese publisher Kadokawa will see five new series.

Business News

You’ve seen Spider-Man Brand New Day – now what comics can you read?

With Spider-Man Brand New Day the biggest domestic movie opening of all time, a look at Marvel Comics that tie in to the release

County College of Morris acquires The Joe Kubert School

County College of Morris acquires The Joe Kubert School, which means more opportunities for students looking for a career in comics

Update: Dark Horse union alleges company is targeting senior editors

Dark Horse Workers United says senior editors are being granted supervisory manager status so they'll sacrifice their union eligibility.

Paramount-Warner Bros. merger on hold until mid-2027

The decision was made after a district judge denied a request to overturn a TRO blocking the merger this week.

SDCC ’26: Shots Fired – Prana vs ComicsPRO

Prana DMS's Atom Freeman complains that Retailer Day presentations are too short, ComicsPro fires back

Silver Sprocket Artists Collective releases statement alleging ongoing issues

The Silver Sprocket Artists Collective has released a public statement accusing the publisher of delayed payment and poor treatment.

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Entertainment

Ensign’s Log: STAR TREK (2026) #1 advance review

Avery and Ollie Kaplan beam aboard Comics Beat with a spoiler-free advance review of the upcoming Star Trek (2026) #1 from IDW.

TV Review: FUTURAMA Season 14 delivers pensive, self-reflexive and predictive episodes

Avery Kaplan returns to the world of tomorrow to review Futurama Season 14, the first two episodes of which are now streaming on Hulu.

Spider-Man Brand New Day earns spectacular $927 million worldwide

Spider-Man Brand New Day has the second biggest opening ever both domestically and worldwide

Gen Con ’26: STAR WARS is coming to DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

Dungeons & Dragons is joining Magic: The Gathering's Universes Beyond initiative, with the Star Wars setting set to arrive in late 2027.

2025 ENNIE Awards: Winners led by CROOKED MOON, DAGGERHEART & LEGEND IN THE MIST

Three titles led the winners list at the 2026 ENNIE Awards, representing the best of tabletop roleplaying games.

SDCC ’26: BATMAN: CAPED CRUSADER cast & crew reveal the inspirations and reinterpretations in new season

Learn the behind-the-scenes secrets of the new season of the new Batman animated series now streaming on Prime Video.

Wrestling News and History

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Danhausen just won the Knicks an NBA championship

A simple uncursing ended a 53-year championship drought.

Girls just wanna have San Diego Comic-Con exclusive Cyndi Lauper WWE action figures

Mattel Creations has announced a San Diego Comic-Con 2026 exclusive WWE action figure 3-pack featuring Cindi Lauper on Piper's Pit.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Thank God For The New Day

Don't you dare be sour -- clap for ya bois that know their worth and FEEEEEL THA POWWAAAA!!

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Wrestlemania? More like Admania

Did Hulk Hogan get more screentime than most matches?

Turnbuckle BEATDown: John Cena’s Career is Compromised to a Permanent End

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