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WEBTOON’s CSO Yongsoo Kim on their new creator initiatives

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WEBTOON's Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Global Yongsoo Kim explains more about their 2026 programs for creators
DC

DC Comics March 2026 Solicitations

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Full solicitations information and cover images for DC Comics titles scheduled to ship in March 2026 and beyond.
Mad Cave Studios

Exclusive: HONOR AND CURSE – ETERNAL continues the saga at Mad Cave

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Mark London and Jaime Infante continue the story of ninja warrior Genshi Sakagura in Honor and Curse: Eternal, debuting in 2026.
Previews

Exclusive Preview: TRAVIS MUÑOZ AND THE FIRE OF THE AZTECS first look

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The Beat shares an exclusive first look at Vault's upcoming middle grade book, TRAVIS MUÑOZ AND THE FIRE OF THE AZTECS

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Latest Comics News

Marvel

Marvel’s Golden Guardian returns in new SENTRY miniseries this March

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Jack Kirby

NYC Council approves JACK KIRBY WAY street

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Cartoons

Review: Adult Swim’s The Elephant connects viewers to a bygone era

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Mad Cave Studios

The team that changed comics journalism forever is back with EXPLOIT

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Pro Wrestling

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

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Comics

DIE!NAMITE: Blood Red #1 Blind bags are out today with extra goodies

My mum said life is like a blind bag, you have a pretty good idea of what you are gonna get
Sales Charts

Book news: Dog Man tops the charts yet again, but elsewhere comics snubs

In a round-up of book news, comics topped the overall best seller list this week, but there were some snubs too; meanwhile, Gilbert Hernandez abides
Tokyopop

Black Friday: TOKYOPOP launches its biggest manga sale of 2025

For Black Friday 2025, manga readers and fans (and loved ones of fans) can save on their favorite TOKYOPOP titles and merchandise.
Interviews

Interview: Mollie Ray on GIANT and comics activism

Mollie Ray's exceptional debut graphic novel Giant is a strikingly intimate and emotional look at nostalgia, illness and healing, told with a deft and...
Pro Wrestling

Turnbuckle BEATdown: AEW did the right thing with Kris Statlander

The future remains bright for Statlander.
Marvel

Fan-Favorite SUPERMAN writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson goes exclusive with Marvel

Phillip Kennedy Johnson, the fan-favorite writer who has done beloved work on the Superman and Batman families of titles at DC, has signed a multi-year contract with Marvel, beginning in January 2026.
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Manga and Anime News

Crunchyroll Winter 2026 anime line up is here!

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Crunchyroll has revealed its winter 2026 anime lineup, including Oshi no Ko, Trigun Starblaze, Frieren, and more. Here's the full slate.

Top 10 most downloaded titles in BOOK☆WALKER of 2025

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BOOK☆WALKER Global’s 2025 eBook Ranking reveals the top 10 most-downloaded light novels and manga worldwide, including The Eminence in Shadow and The Apothecary Diaries.

The Beat’s Best Anime of 2025

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The Beat staff presents its picks for the Best Anime of 2025, including new and ongoing series, as well as feature-length films.

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: HAUNTRESS will haunt your dreams

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This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers the manga and webtoon series DISSOLVING CLASSROOM, EARTHSHINE and HAUNTRESS.

Yen Press announces 2 audiobook adaptations & 9 new licenses

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Yen Press has announced two audiobook adaptations, eight new manga licenses, and a Konosuba TRPG companion rule book for summer 2026.

GlobalComix announces limited “keep it forever” holiday bundle

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New annual GlobalComix Gold subscribers will keep ten high-profile comics from Marvel, DC, Dark Horse, and Kodansha—permanently.
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Business News

Sony acquires majority control of PEANUTS rights

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The Schulz family will retain 20 percent of the rights, while WildBrain will continue to produce new Peanuts media for Apple TV.

Collectors Universe acquires grading company Beckett

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"The iconic Beckett is joining the Collectors family and will continue to operate as its own independent brand within our portfolio,” said Nat Turner, CEO of Collectors.

What Diamond’s Chapter 7 filing might mean, and digging into those billable hours

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What does Diamond's Chapter 7 filing mean for publishers? And what does a bankruptcy administrator do all day?

Diamond files to convert their bankruptcy to Chapter 7

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Diamond has filed a motion to convert its bankruptcy to a Chapter 7 after Chase Bank refused to continue to lend them money.

Robert Kirkman announced as keynote speaker for ComicsPRO 2026

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Always a strong supporter of the direct market, Skybound's Robert Kirkman will be the keynote speaker at the 2026 ComicsPRO Industry Conference

Humanoids to creators: Oops, guess we should have mentioned that chapter 7 thing

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A letter to creators confirmed that it's business as usual at Humanoids, just under a new company, despite their Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing
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Reviews

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Review: Adult Swim’s The Elephant connects viewers to a bygone era

Awhimsical exploration of the importance of continuing a visual medium that is quickly being extinguished. 
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Graphic Novel Review: Darryl Cunningham’s ELON MUSK book should be read in preparation for 2026

A disturbing read for taxpayers specifically.
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The Beat’s Best TV Series of 2025

The Beat staff reveals its picks for the Best TV Series of 2025, including dramas, adult animation, comedies, and more.
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Horror Beat: Jared’s Top 5 Horror Films of 2025

As we at The Beat look back on 2025 and all the remarkable media it's brought us, we can't shake the feeling that it...
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Graphic Novel Review: SHADOWS OF THE SEA seeks hope in an absurd world

Cathy Malkasian’s Shadows of the Sea tells an intimate story of grief and healing set in a strange and fantastic world.
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The Beat’s Best Video Games of 2025

The Beat staff compiles its list for the Best Video Games of 2025, including metroidvanias, RPGs, roguelites, and more.
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Horror Beat: Rebellion’s SCREAM collections are a treasure trove for horror fans

Make someone’s Christmas dark and bloody with these books.
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The Marvel Rundown: Revelation’s Ego Gets the Best of Him in X-MEN BOOK OF REVELATION #3

Our main review this week is X-Men Book of Revelation #3, plus we also check in on Amazing Spider-Man, Black Panther Intergalactic, and more!
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DC Round-Up: ABSOLUTE FLASH #10 races toward a payoff

We catch up with Absolute Flash #10, plus Nightwing #133, Batman/Superman Worlds Finest #46, and DC K.O.: Harley Quinn vs. Zatanna #1!
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Entertainment

Indie Game Awards rescind CLAIR OBSCUR: EXPEDITION 33’s wins for gen AI use

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The Indie Game Awards rescinded Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Game of the Year and Debut Game honors for releasing with gen AI assets.

MAN OF TOMORROW: James Gunn’s SUPERMAN sequel finds its Brainiac

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German actor Lars Eidinger will play the role of Brainiac in filmmaker James Gunn's upcoming Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow.

Review: Adult Swim’s The Elephant connects viewers to a bygone era

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Awhimsical exploration of the importance of continuing a visual medium that is quickly being extinguished. 

One Of The Most Progressive Games of the Decade is About Bugs. No, Seriously.

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Exploring how Hollow Knight: Silksong explores themes of motherhood, womanhood, white supremacy, and liberation.

Tiny Onion turning THE WOODS and more into animated series

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A show based on W0rldtr33, and the original fantasy series The Tipsy Dragon are also in development at James Tynion IV's production company.

The Beat’s Best TV Series of 2025

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The Beat staff reveals its picks for the Best TV Series of 2025, including dramas, adult animation, comedies, and more.

Wrestling News and History

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

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Hdddrrrrrrrrraaaaapadooooo (hoot toot do toooooo)

Turnbuckle BEATdown: AEW did the right thing with Kris Statlander

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The future remains bright for Statlander.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Remembering the Reigns of Terror, Pt. 2 – Jeff Jarrett

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Lo, I looked to the horizon and saw him brandishing the NWA Championship and behind him, four horsemen who brought the apocalypse: "My World," ref bump, low blow, and guitar shot

NYCC ’25: DC x AEW crossover debuting at event

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The two-part series, helmed by Steve Orlando and Travis Mercer, will debut with a special preview issue at this month's convention.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Rhea Ripley becomes the latest victim of TERRIFIER’s Art the Clown in Ice Nine Kills concert

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Should Art the Clown be Cody Rhode’s next title defense match?

Turnbuckle BEATdown: So, WRESTLEMANIA is coming to Saudi Arabia

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It would mark the company's first ever overseas Wrestlemania.
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