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Marvel

Marvel reveals origin of Symbie, their latest chibi sensation

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He's adorable and he's spreading! Now it can be told: Joe Kelly and David Baldeón reveal the origin of Symbie
The Marvel Rundown

The Marvel Rundown: MARVEL GOLD ‘76 is mashup magic

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Marvel celebrates a cavalcade of 50th anniversaries in Marvel Gold '76, which pits Bullseye against cosmic heroes Nova, Star-Lord, and Jack of Hearts in a charming and bizarre mashup.
Comics

DC Round-Up: Delight in the derring-do of BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE – DYNAMIC DUOS #2

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Mark Waid, Chris Samnee, and co. continue their delightful take on the Dynamic Duo's early days, in Batman and Robin: Year One - Dynamic Duos #2.
Wednesday Comics

Wednesday Comics Reviews: THE KARMAN BLADE will stun you, and more

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This week's Wednesday Comics column features reviews of The Karman Blade, Six of Us, the new Tank Girl comic, and much more!

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Marvel

Marvel reveals origin of Symbie, their latest chibi sensation

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The Marvel Rundown

The Marvel Rundown: MARVEL GOLD ‘76 is mashup magic

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Comics

DC Round-Up: Delight in the derring-do of BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE – DYNAMIC DUOS #2

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Wednesday Comics

Wednesday Comics Reviews: THE KARMAN BLADE will stun you, and more

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Legal Matters

AMC settles WALKING DEAD lawsuit from Robert Kirkman

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Previews

Valiant Looks To Channel Kirby – Eternity #1 Extended Preview

Valiant is continuing their Divinity saga in October with Eternity #1 and they're name checking some pretty big influences for this one: Jack Kirby and...
DC

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: NIGHTWING #26 shows off more of Dick’s other best body part

"It's almost a shame you have to put this back on."
Announcements

The Final Fate of Heidi MacDonald

Comics have a long history of killing off it's darlings: Superman, Ferro Lad, Gwen Stacy, Invisible Kid, Professor X and Captain Marvel.  Marvel, in particular,...
SDCC '17

SDCC ’17: Moving Beyond the Strong Female Character

By Andrea Ayres The strong female archetype is one people have an almost reflexive awareness of, the character of Wonder Woman springs to mind as...
SDCC '17

SDCC ’17: Five things we learned about the new superhero comedy OK K.O.! LET’S BE HEROES

The Beat sat down with creator Ian Jones-Quartey, known for his work on Adventure Time and Steven Universe,  to learn more about the brand...
Cartoons

SDCC’17: Interview: Actor Tom Kenny Illuminates NIKO AND THE SWORD OF LIGHT

Amazon continues its amazing track record of acclaimed original content with its latest animated series Niko and the Sword of Light available now on...
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Manga and Anime News

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: AKARI is luminous

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This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers the manga series A LONG & SHORT LOVE STORY, PSYCHEDELIA, and AKARI.

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: BATMAN dons a DEATH MASK

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This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers the series UNINTENTIONAL LOVE STORY, CROW TIME and BATMAN: DEATH MASK.

INTERVIEW: Akiko Higashimura, author of PRINCESS JELLYFISH and many more

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Acclaimed manga artist and writer Akiko Higashimura, talks about her work, her process, and her advice for newer creators.

KPEX showcaing Korean content is coming to NYC in 2027

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Korean pop culture is getting its own comic con style event in New York next May: KPEX the Korean Pop Culture Expo

Manga Mirai to shut down, merge with MangaPlaza

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NTT's manga reading service Manga Mirai will shut down in December, with user information getting transferred to sister site MangaPlaza.

Anime NYC ’26: Crossed Hearts announces new projects and titles

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Crossed Hearts announces new licenses, new imprint, Studio Hearts, that is directly involved in creation, and Creator Originals in Anime NYC!
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Business News

Pop King offers to buy Diamond consignment inventory

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While the Diamond consignment inventory ownership continues to be contested, a new player has entered the chat, Pop King

Diamond Bankruptcy: Sparkle Pop Strikes Back

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Sparkle Pop has filed a long objection to the settlement agreement between the Diamond estate and the Consignment Group

Marvel is improving retailer relations and compact offerings

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Marvel's release plans for the Midnight line, and introduction of a more affordable compact line are getting retailers excited

Manga Mirai to shut down, merge with MangaPlaza

Christopher Chiu-Tabet - 0
NTT's manga reading service Manga Mirai will shut down in December, with user information getting transferred to sister site MangaPlaza.

Diamond again: But wait a minute, what about Sparkle Pop?

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Sparkle Pop might still have a wrench or two to throw into the works of the Diamond settlement.

The Ink Alliance’s First Exclusive Cover has sold out

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The Ink Alliance's first exclusive variant celebrating Static’s return has already sold out and more Black-owned shops are applying to join the collective.
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The Marvel Rundown: MARVEL GOLD ‘76 is mashup magic

Marvel celebrates a cavalcade of 50th anniversaries in Marvel Gold '76, which pits Bullseye against cosmic heroes Nova, Star-Lord, and Jack of Hearts in a charming and bizarre mashup.
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DC Round-Up: Delight in the derring-do of BATMAN AND ROBIN: YEAR ONE – DYNAMIC DUOS #2

Mark Waid, Chris Samnee, and co. continue their delightful take on the Dynamic Duo's early days, in Batman and Robin: Year One - Dynamic Duos #2.
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Wednesday Comics Reviews: THE KARMAN BLADE will stun you, and more

This week's Wednesday Comics column features reviews of The Karman Blade, Six of Us, the new Tank Girl comic, and much more!
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Top Comics to Buy for September 9, 2026: Horror season starts NOW, and more

This week's Top Comics to Buy for September 9 is a great reminder that it's after Labor Day and that means it's now Spooky Season.
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Review Game Review: Capcom’s THE WAY OF THE SWORD is Beautiful and Brutal

Onimusha: Way of the Sword can be punishing and frustrating, but Capcom’s spectacular bosses, strong story, and charismatic Mifune inspired Miyamoto Musashi make the challenge worth it.
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Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: AKARI is luminous

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers the manga series A LONG & SHORT LOVE STORY, PSYCHEDELIA, and AKARI.
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Trade Rating: ANIMAL MAN by Veitch and Dillon will make you believe a man can animal

The Animal Man by Veitch and Dillon omnibus is a story of our hero, Buddy, in decline. You simply cannot go home again ...
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Graphic Novel Review: With MAJOR TAYLOR, an important Black historical figure gets an overdue spotlight

With his new graphic novel MAJOR TAYLOR, writer/artist Frederick Noland tells the story of an underappreciated, important figure.
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Marvel Rundown: Grindhouse glory In MARVEL ZOMBIES – WAR ZONE #1

The Marvel Rundown is back this week to review Marvel Zombies: War Zone #1 and Black Panther & Namor Doomed #1
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Entertainment

SOUTH PARK retitled SOUTH AMERICA in latest Trump jab

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South Park is being renamed South America ahead of its 29th season this month, in reference to Donald Trump's decision to rename Lake Ontario.

Contestent grilled on 2000 AD knowledge on TV quiz show MASTERMIND

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Contestant Chris Matterface was asked rapid fire questions covering many creators and series from the Galaxy's Greatest Comic's first two full decades

THE APOTHECARY DIARIES live-action adaptation announced by Prime Video

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Prime Video and Toho announces the live-action adaptation of The Apothecary Diaries starring Mana Ashida as Maomao.

MTG Secret Lair drop “was a disaster,” says Wizards of the Coast

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Wizards of the Coast apologized for frozen queues, incomplete orders, and not receiving confirmation messages for the Zeta set

Report: Musician/writer Max Bemis accused of misconduct

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Say Anything frontman and comic book writer Max Bemis has been accused of sending sexual messages to teenage girls.

Video Interview: DAWNN LEWIS on FUTURAMA’s Coco Charm, LaBarbara Conrad and Brainormous

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Comics Beat catches up with Dawnn Lewis to find out more about her Futurama Season 14 roles: Coco Charm, LaBarbara Conrad and Brainormous.

Wrestling News and History

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Danhausen just won the Knicks an NBA championship

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A simple uncursing ended a 53-year championship drought.

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

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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

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

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Wrestlemania? More like Admania

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Did Hulk Hogan get more screentime than most matches?

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Why the F*CK ICE chants in the Brody King vs MJF match were an important moment in wrestling

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Brody has become wrestling’s voice of resistance.

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

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