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The Man of Steel is under arrest in latest SUPERMAN trailer

Flying into theaters on July 11, 2025!

What’s up with NEWS FROM THE FALLOUT’s cryptic new website?

News From the Fallout, a forthcoming new series from Image Comics, just launched a mysterious new website with info and secrets.

The Marvel Rundown: Events collide in SPIDER-VERSE VS. VENOMVERSE #1

This week we look at the clash of event series Spider-Verse vs. Venomverse. The Rapid Rundown checks in on Ultimate Black Panther, Godzilla vs. X-Men and the return of Gwenpool!

DC Round-Up: The dream of the Silver Age is alive in SUPERGIRL #1

Sophie Campbell and co.'s Supergirl #1 filters Silver Age storytelling through modern sensibilities, creating a debut that's a lot of fun.

Wednesday Comics Reviews: EXQUISITE CORPSES #1 is, well, exquisite…and more

The new James Tynion-penned series debut Exquisite Corpses #1 leads a packed week for The Beat's Wednesday Comics Review column.

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REPORT: BICS 2025 by the numbers

A detailed report on the Brooklyn Independent Comics Showcase (BICS), which is now Brooklyn's premier indie comics festival

Ennis: No Preacher TV show

Seeing as how we were responsible for getting a new round of "Preacher is an HBO miniseries" rumors going, we decided we would go...

PaperRad: Good enough for the Tate but not Diamond

As we've often mentioned here, as monopolies go, Diamond is one of the most benevolent ones out there. We often hear general kvetching about...

SDCC: Help wanted, rooms wanted

Over here at SBM we look at the daily Comic-con countdown at Sky McCloud's LJ and despair. Time is short. Is there any general...

SUPERMAN RETURNS

Answer: Superman is Jesus. The rest of my comments are going to be spoilerish, so you might want to avoid the jump if you're sensitive. I...

Ted Rall joins United Media

E&P has the story of Ted Rall joining United Media in a new position set up to acquire and develops new and emerging...

Manga and Anime News

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: Bird is the word in Laica Chrose’s WINGED

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers the manga series CATCH THESE HANDS! and DORORO, as well as the webcomic WINGED.

Manga Review: YOU TALK TOO MUCH, SO JUST SHUT IT ALREADY! is a comedy of miscommunication with heart

In this review of "You Talk Too Much, So Just Shut It Already!," we explore a sweet, silly manga full of heart, humor, and hilariously failed sign language.

Chang Sheng’s award-winning series OLDMAN launches Kickstarter via eigoMANGA

eigoMANGA has launched a Kickstarter campaign to bring Chang Sheng’s "Oldman" to readers around the world. The award-winning manga tells the story of a mysterious court magician who escapes prison to seek revenge against an immortal queen. Known for its detailed art and powerful themes, "Oldman" has earned accolades including the International Manga Award and Taiwan’s Golden Comic Award.

Wonderful Wednesdays: GHOST AND WITCH, THE BEAST KING AND HIS APPRENTICE and more fantasy series from Seven Seas

Seven Seas stirs up a magical mix of fantasy, romance, and cozy charm in this week’s Wonderful Wednesdays. From mythical beasts to vengeful witches, February 2026 is shaping up to be an enchanting month for manga and light novel fans, with cats, books, and a whole lot of magic leading the charge.

PICK ME PICK ME launches May 28: flirt, sabotage, and compete in this AI-powered dating sim

"Pick Me Pick Me" is a new AI-assisted PvP dating game from Moncage devs Optillusion, arriving May 28 on Steam, iOS, and Android with voice chat, sabotage cards, and custom characters.

Penguin Random House and Disney sign new licensing deal

Penguin Random House have expanded their deal to publish books, including manga, based on all Disney properties.

Business News

Local Comic Shop Day® set for September 27 with a full revamp

Local Comic Shop Day is set for a full revamp from organizer ComicsPRO with a focus on comic shops as community hubs. 

The week in Diamond Bankruptcy: filings and fees and questions

It was a quiet week in Diamond Bankruptcy news, after last week's thrill ride of shocking developments.

Penguin Random House and Disney sign new licensing deal

Penguin Random House have expanded their deal to publish books, including manga, based on all Disney properties.

Kodansha light novels now available on Barnes & Noble NOOK

Kodansha expands its digital library with 60 fan-favorite light novels now available on Barnes & Noble NOOK, including titles like "BAKEMONOGATARI," "Am I Actually the Strongest?," and "My Unique Skill Makes Me OP Even at Level 1."

Fletch-a-Sketch Talent Representation launches with five artists

F.A.S.T. Rep is a new talent rep working with Bernard Chang, Riccardo Federici, Emanuela Lupacchino, Dustin Nguyen and Giulia Pellegrini for events

Court approves sale of Diamond assets to Universal/Ad Populum

The court has approved the sale of most of Diamond's assets to Universal Entertainment and Ad Populum

Reviews

The Marvel Rundown: Events collide in SPIDER-VERSE VS. VENOMVERSE #1

This week we look at the clash of event series Spider-Verse vs. Venomverse. The Rapid Rundown checks in on Ultimate Black Panther, Godzilla vs. X-Men and the return of Gwenpool!

DC Round-Up: The dream of the Silver Age is alive in SUPERGIRL #1

Sophie Campbell and co.'s Supergirl #1 filters Silver Age storytelling through modern sensibilities, creating a debut that's a lot of fun.

Wednesday Comics Reviews: EXQUISITE CORPSES #1 is, well, exquisite…and more

The new James Tynion-penned series debut Exquisite Corpses #1 leads a packed week for The Beat's Wednesday Comics Review column.

Top Comics to Buy for May 14, 2025: A double dose of Batman headlines a twisted week

As I write my intro for this week's Top Comics to Buy for May 14 column, I am currently deep in the dark heart...

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: Bird is the word in Laica Chrose’s WINGED

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers the manga series CATCH THESE HANDS! and DORORO, as well as the webcomic WINGED.

Classic Comic Compendium: CATACLYSM – THE ULTIMATES’ LAST STAND effectively ended the Ultimate branding

The event story CATACLYSM - The Ultimates' Last Stand effectively ended the Ultimate branding, even though a trio of titles continued.

Manga Review: YOU TALK TOO MUCH, SO JUST SHUT IT ALREADY! is a comedy of miscommunication with heart

In this review of "You Talk Too Much, So Just Shut It Already!," we explore a sweet, silly manga full of heart, humor, and hilariously failed sign language.

Graphic Novel Review: PHENOMENA BOOK 3 is a perfect rattebattle ending for this Bendis, Araújo epic

Phenomena Book 3 is an excellent ending chapter for this fantastic graphic novel trilogy by Brian Michael Bendis and André Lima Araújo.

Ruby Sunday gets her “Lucky Day” in latest DOCTOR WHO episode

After she left the TARDIS, Ruby joined UNIT in order to continue fighting aliens. Now she must face something even deadlier...boys!

Entertainment

IRONHEART trailer sees Riri Williams make a deal with the devil

The Black Panther: Wakanda spin-off, starring Dominique Thorne and Anthony Ramos, premieres with three episodes on Disney+ on June 24.

Krysten Ritter returning as Jessica Jones in DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN

Krysten Ritter will reunite with Charlie Cox on season two of the Man Without Fear's Disney+ show next year.

AVATAR: BRAVING THE ELEMENTS podcast returns for new season this month

New episodes debut Tuesday, May 20th!

The Man of Steel is under arrest in latest SUPERMAN trailer

Flying into theaters on July 11, 2025!

THE ETERNAUT adaptation sparks renewed search for the missing grandchildren of creator

A hit TV show shines a light on a lingering question

THE LAST OF US S2x05 Recap: Seattle, Day Two

THE LAST OF US S2x05 Recap: Seattle, Day Two. Tell me, where is Abby?

Horror Beat: LAST RITES is the final Conjuring entry…of Phase 1?

Can we just leave this ‘phases’ nonsense to Marvel?

Wrestling News and History

Turnbuckle BEATdown: WrestleMania Sunday a livelier affair as John Cena makes history

Historic main event tops a much improved second night card

Turnbuckle BEATdown: WrestleMania Saturday delivered a mixed baguette with a couple of gems

The main event was certainly one for the ages.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: We predict Wrestlemania 41

We're thinking Cena takes the belt from the American Nightmare. You?

Turnbuckle BEATdown: WWE, John Cena Team Up With Drumstick For Summer-Long Promotion

I thought it was CM Punk who famously demanded more WWE ice cream?