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ComicsPRO ’26: The comics industry has done it!

Some observations on this year's ComicsPRO meeting, where everyone got together to talk about how well things are going

Preview: Klaus Janson gets his due at the Philippe Labaune Gallery starting March 5

Here's an exclusive preview of Klaus Janson's retrospective show at the Philippe Labaune Gallery which opens on March 5.

Exclusive: Clover Press adds DC ART OF BRUNO REDONDO NIGHTWING COVERS volume to Kickstarter campaign

The additional art book will collect all of Redondo's NIGHTWING covers in one oversized hardcover.

Classic Comic Compendium: SWAMP THING #67 was greatly elevated by the color work of Tatjana Wood

Swamp Thing #67 was one of many comics in which the color work of Tatjana Wood was absolutely vital to the storytelling.

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Joss Whedon Nears Deal to Direct Standalone “BATGIRL” Film

Today, news broke that there will be a standalone Batgirl film. Joss Whedon, director of the first two Avengers films among a bevy of other renowned genre film...

Telltale’s Guardians of the Galaxy Series and WB’s Injustice 2 villains get NEW trailers.

Last week WB Interactive released another story trailer for Injustice 2 while Telltale Games dropped one for episode three of its Walking Dead series....

ONE OR DONE REVIEWS: We got two words for ya…

Well, two words put together. It's WrestleMania week. This Sunday the wrestling fan's Superbowl takes place live on Pay-per...WWE Network. It's a face punching...

Gerard Way’s and Nick Derington’s Doom Patrol put on hiatus after delays

In a notice to retailers, DC Comics said that Doom Patrol issues #7 through #9 have been shelved. There are plans to resolicit the issues...

Shelly Bond’s Black Crown imprint not accepting submissions right now

As explained by editor Shelly Bond on Twitter, her new Black Crown imprint, coming from IDW later this year, is not taking submissions. https://twitter.com/sxbond/status/847169505398730752 To be fair,...

Why Hiring Ex-Vertigo Editors Makes So Much Sense

Unless you were on a particularly good vacation, you probably heard the news a few weeks back that Vertigo editors were in high demand....

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Manga Review: HINATSUGIMURA unearths the bones of the past

Hinatsugimura, Aki Shimizu's horror manga, is now out from Yen Press! Check out our spoiler-free review of this single-volume series.

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: This BLADE is IMMORTAL

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers Blade of the Immortal, Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree, and Grand Finale.

Media Do acquires Seven Seas for $80 million

Japanese digital publisher Media Do has acquired US indie manga company Seven Seas for about $80 million to further "continued global momentum in manga, light novels, and international storytelling."

ONE PIECE season 2 to screen in select theaters

Season two of the live-action Netflix series, based on the manga by Eiichiro Oda, will premiere on Tuesday, March 10.

New NEON GENESIS EVANGELION in production from Yoko Taro

Evangelion wrapped up its 30th anniversary festival with the biggest announcement: a new Evangelion production scripted by Nier's Yoko Taro.

Manga Mavericks announces North American & European distribution deals

U.S.-based manga publisher Manga Mavericks Books has announced distribution deals for the North American and European retail markets.

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ComicsPRO ’26: The comics industry has done it!

Some observations on this year's ComicsPRO meeting, where everyone got together to talk about how well things are going

Media Do acquires Seven Seas for $80 million

Japanese digital publisher Media Do has acquired US indie manga company Seven Seas for about $80 million to further "continued global momentum in manga, light novels, and international storytelling."

What does Paramount buying Warner Bros mean for DC Comics?

In a shocking turn of events, Paramount's bid for Warner Bros. Discovery looks to be the winner...but what does it mean for DC Comics?

Drawn & Quarterly goes to PRH for distribution

D&Q has signed a multi-year agreement with PRH Publisher Services for distribution in all channels.

ComicsPRO ’26: IDW launches Hello Kitty comics program

Hello Kitty is finally coming to American comics in a series written by Mariko Tamaki

ComicsPRO ’26 Day 1: Meetings and Greetings

Hundreds of retailers and publishers and industry folks are convening in Glendale for the annual ComicsPRO meeting for four days of presentations and meetings

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Pokémon Wind and Waves starter Pombon reminds fans of Raw Fury’s Pombomb

After the Pokémon Wind and Waves reveal, fans were quick to notice similarities between fire starter Pombon and another fire dog, Pombomb.

Paramount draws backlash for hiring Max Landis to reboot G.I. JOE

Danny McBride will write another script for the film, which marks Landis's first Hollywood project since multiple abuse allegations in 2019.

Pokémon Day: Everything announced during the 30th anniversary stream

A breakdown of everything announced at the 30th anniversary Pokémon Day presentation, including game news, PokémonXP, and more.

Pokémon Wind and Waves coming in 2027 with new starters Browt, Pombon & Gecqua

The next mainline Pokémon game, Pokémon Wind and Waves, will debut on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027 with three new starters.

Prince and Joker reunite in LEGO BATMAN: LEGACY OF THE DARK KNIGHT

The game features Prince's "Partyman" in a recreation of the art gallery sequence from Tim Burton's 1989 Batman movie.

AfterShock’s ASTRONAUT DOWN heading to Netflix

Mr. Robot creator Sam Esmail will produce the film version of the 2022 sci-fi thriller by James Patrick and Rubine.

Wrestling News and History

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

Hdddrrrrrrrrraaaaapadooooo (hoot toot do toooooo)

Turnbuckle BEATdown: AEW did the right thing with Kris Statlander

The future remains bright for Statlander.

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

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

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

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