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New EU tariff means chaos for comics

The European Union has ended their customs exemption on small e-commerce parcels and placed a flat €3 tariff on anything delivered into the EU - which is already starting to cause headaches in the world of comics. Publishers, small presses, and Kickstarters doing international shipping take note.

Cleves, D&Q, and Henry Sheldon Museum release statements on CHARITY & SYLVIA controversy

The controversy over proper credit for the Charity & Sylvia graphic novel continues, with new statements from various parties

PlayStation might have ended gaming as we know it

PlayStation's decision to stop producing discs is about more than convenience; it is another step toward a future where players pay more, own less, and depend entirely on platform holders for access.

Yet more Spider-Man #1000 covers revealed by Larsen and more

More variant covers for Spider-Man #1000 have been revealed from Humberto Ramos, Erik Larsen, Julian Totino Tedesco and Mr. Garcin

Graphic Novel Review: COMING OUT PERFECT builds depth as it plays with classic tropes

Richard Mercado's debut graphic novel, Coming Out Perfect, is a big-hearted story about growth, connection, and the mess of self-discovery.

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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

AX ’26: EVEN THE STUDENT COUNCIL HAS ITS HOLES! anime debuts in October

The anime adaptation of Even the Student Council Has Its Holes! officially debuts in October. Check out a brief trailer and visual teaser.

AX ’26: THE GUY SHE WAS INTERESTED IN WASN’T A GUY AT ALL anime debuts in January 2027

The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy at All anime was revealed at AX 2026 with a teaser trailer, key visuals, cast, and staff details.

AX ’26: CYBERPUNK EDGERUNNERS 2 reveals English voice cast

Anime Expo 2026 attendees can catch the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 premiere on Thursday. The series just announced its main English cast.

AX ’26: HEIR TO A MONSTERMANCER anime coming soon

The light novel series Heir to a Monstermancer is finally getting an anime adaptation produced by Project No. 9.

AX ’26: Yen Press announces MOBILE SUIT ZETA GUNDAM DEFINE & more

At Anime Expo 2026 on Friday, Yen Press announced Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam Define and more upcoming manga titles.

AX ’26: Mahjong Pros announces two new licenses

Mahjong Pros announced two new manga licenses at Anime Expo 2026, both slated for release in November of this year.

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New EU tariff means chaos for comics

The European Union has ended their customs exemption on small e-commerce parcels and placed a flat €3 tariff on anything delivered into the EU - which is already starting to cause headaches in the world of comics. Publishers, small presses, and Kickstarters doing international shipping take note.

Layoffs begin at Dark Horse, but union means it’s complicated

Dark Horse management has announced the layoffs of nine employees, but the Dark Horse Workers Union is fighting back

Sales Charts: Absolute Batman #20 and DC Comics lead May in Prana DMS charts

Absolute Batman #20 and DC Comics led direct market comics sales in May according to sales charts provided by Prana Direct Market Solutions

A little bit more about Skybound and the ROM #1 blind bag surprise

Skybound's blind bag surprise issues program is a partnership with retailers, who seem to think it's a positive thus far

Archie Comics is having a lot of legal woes

Archie Comics co-owner Jonathan Goldwater is embroiled in a contentious legal battle with a finance company that could mean changes at the publisher

Paizo lays off 12, trims offerings in aftermath of Diamond bankruptcy

Paizo, publishers of the popular TTRPGs Pathfinder and Starfinder, is laying off 12 workers and making other changes after losing $2 million in the Diamond bankruptcy

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Entertainment

AX ’26: HEIR TO A MONSTERMANCER anime coming soon

The light novel series Heir to a Monstermancer is finally getting an anime adaptation produced by Project No. 9.

SDCC ’26: Get an early look at ATTACK OF THE KILLER TOMATOES: ORGANIC INTELLIGENCE

After more than four decades, the cult horror-comedy franchise born in San Diego is coming home.

2026 ENNIE Award Nominees have been announced

The 2026 ENNIE Award nominees introduce a new category for Best Solo Game and celebrate the best in TTRPGs for the last year.

PlayStation might have ended gaming as we know it

PlayStation's decision to stop producing discs is about more than convenience; it is another step toward a future where players pay more, own less, and depend entirely on platform holders for access.

AX ’26: Trailer for STAR WARS VISIONS: THE NINTH JEDI drops

The anime spin-off series, created by Production I.G., will be released in its entirety on Disney+ on August 5.

AX ’26: Square Enix announces 2 FINAL FANTASY books & 8 new manga series

At Anime Expo 2026, Square Enix announced two new Final Fantasy tie-in books and eight new manga series slated for release in 2027.

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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