With Manga Piracy Rising, Japan Is Expanding Crackdowns to Curtail Leaks

Piracyis more prevalent now than ever, with individuals and larger, more cohesive organizations distributing stolen content of all varieties, including anime and manga. In an attempt to combat piracy, anti-piracy groups, like CODA, and the companies that create and publish this content, such as VIZ Media and Toho Animation, are taking measures to stop this behavior in its tracks. AOne Piecenews X account,@sandman_AP, just posted about the most recent piracy attempt,where an individual released chapters of theOne Piecemanga unofficially....

June 2, 2025 · 3 min · 587 words · Karen Henderson DVM

"I Don't Know If It Will Ever See the Light of Day": Star Wars' Thrawn Creator Admits He Wrote a Marvel Star-Lord Series That's Never Been Released

During a recent convention appearance, legendaryStar Warsauthor Timothy Zahn discussed theStar-Lordminiseries he wrote for Marvel Comics in the 1990s – andrevealed that he produced a sequel series, which has never been published. Zahn’s comments make it clear that an incredible artifact of comic book history is locked away in Marvel’s vault, though whether it will “ever see the light of day” remains to be determined. Appearing on the “Star Wars' Thrawn: AlliancesComes to Comics” panel at Dragon Con 2024....

June 1, 2025 · 4 min · 802 words · Jennifer Rodriguez

"What Should I Do With This?" Shadowless Charizard Owner Asks What To Do With $10,000+ Pokémon TCG Card

A Reddit user turned to thePokémon Trading Card Gamecommunity for help after discovering he had a Shadowless Charizard card. While there are a handful of cards thatare more expensive, the holy grail for many Pokémon card collectors isa Shadowless Charizard card. The card gets its moniker because the frame around the Charizard card art has no shadow. Only first edition cards and a subsequent limited print run are shadowless, with all other Base Set Charizard cards containing a drop shadow on the right side of its frame....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 543 words · Sean Brooks

$20M Box Office Disappointment Gets Some Details Right About The Biggest Reddit Stock Market Sensation But Expert Criticizes Seth Rogen's Casting

Seth Rogenhas long been known for his comedic roles in films likeSuperbad,Knocked Up, andPineapple Express, where his infectious laugh and laid-back persona have made him a household name. While he has occasionally ventured into more serious or dramatic roles, such as inSteve Jobsand his award-nominated turn inPam & Tommy, his performances often still include his trademark comedic style. This has madeSeth Rogen a beloved figure in Hollywoodbut has also sometimes limited the types of roles audiences find him believable in....

June 1, 2025 · 4 min · 785 words · Joseph Quinn

10 Best Martial Arts Movies Of The 2020s, So Far

Martial arts moviesare easy to think of as a dying art form, but the 2020s have managed unleash quite a few impressive films in the genre that will surely be enduring classics. For the most part, decades in which the martial arts genre was in its heyday are thought to have already come and gone, from the Shaw brothers' supremacy of the late 70s and early 80s to theKung Fu classics of the 90s....

June 1, 2025 · 12 min · 2397 words · Mrs. Cynthia Williams

10 DC Universe Roles Josh Brolin Would Be Perfect For After Passing On Green Lantern

Josh Brolinis an incredibly talented actor who would make a great addition to theDCU, but evidently, he didn’t resonate with the role of Hal Jordan. Brolin has been acting since he was a child, with his breakout role beingThe Goonieswhile he was still a small boy. While his passion for acting remained, it took time for the actor to shed the identity of a child star and be viewed as an actor who could compete with other greats of the day, but that all changed when he appeared in 2007sNo Country for Old Men....

June 1, 2025 · 11 min · 2307 words · Margaret Barr

10 Funniest Far Side Comics With Likable Protagonists

The Far Sidewas known for leaning toward a cynical outlook on the world, especially when it came to its human protagonists, who tended to not be the purest of heart, or the most altruistic –yet over the course of the comic’s run, creator Gary Larson did deliver his share of likable protagonists. The Far Sidedid have its moments where it showed humanity in likable and/or relatable ways. Those sympathetic to humanity moments may not have been all too common throughout the beloved comic strip, but this made it all the more memorable when Gary Larson produced a comic that did show the good side of people....

June 1, 2025 · 9 min · 1892 words · Robert Steele

10 Games To Play After Beating STALKER 2

STALKER 2has an interesting atmosphere and engaging exploration, so players may understandably want more games like it once they’ve finished. Luckily, there are plenty of games that come close to replicating thebest parts ofSTALKER 2, while still having their own unique elements to set them apart. Some of these games havesimilar gameplay elements toSTALKER 2, while othersshare thematic elements but present a new playstyleto explore them through. Which element ofSTALKER 2appeals to each individual player will likely determine which of these similar games they like best....

June 1, 2025 · 9 min · 1846 words · Crystal Hendrix

10 MASH Episodes That Are Historically Relevant

Over 40 years after its finale aired,MASHstill stands as one of the most influential television series of all time, with many historically relevant episodes. While theshow about the personnel of a United States Army Mobile Army Surgical Hospital during the Korean Warstarted as a spinoff of Robert Altman’s hit 1970 film,MASHmorphed over its 11-season runbetween 1972 and 1983. While previous war-based situation comedies likeHogan’s Heroesstuck to jokes,MASHturned into one of TV’s first true dramedies....

June 1, 2025 · 10 min · 2098 words · Nicholas Salazar

10 Reasons Why Sid Vicious Should Be Inducted in the WWE Hall of Fame in 2025

Call himSid Vicious, call him Sid Justice, call him Sycho Sid, but whatever name you prefer for the formerWWEand WCW Champion, he must be called undeniably impactful in his craft. His impact on the industry was felt all the more when the world he ruled stopped to mourn Sid Eudy at age 63 following a battle with cancer. As those in and out of the wrestling business contemplate the most respectful ways to honor The Master and the Ruler of the World, one no-brainer way to do so would be toinduct him into the WWE Hall of Fame....

June 1, 2025 · 9 min · 1747 words · Charles Underwood

10 Strongest Attacks In Baldur's Gate 3

Many have tried to determine the most powerful character builds and foes withinBaldur’s Gate 3; however, that is not what the goal is here. This list is not about creating strong player characters, nor is it about discovering the most dangerous enemies one can encounter. This list is about the biggest numbers possible. Here, we will determinethe most damaging attacksBaldur’s Gate 3has to offer, both from players and NPCs. [Warning: Spoilers for certain events and encounters in Baldur’s Gate 3....

June 1, 2025 · 11 min · 2236 words · Aaron Smith

10 Things The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Must Get Right To End The Show Properly

Warning: Contains SPOILERS for The Handmaid’s Tale season 5 & The Testaments! Summary The Handmaid’s Taleseason 6 is set to wrap up the story of Hulu’s critically acclaimed dystopian series, and there are still 10 things that the show must get right to endThe Handmaid’s Taleproperly. The world ofThe Handmaid’s Taleis absolutely massive, and with only a few episodes left in the saga, some viewers are wondering how the show will manage to fit everything into one final season....

June 1, 2025 · 9 min · 1879 words · Lorraine Bridges

15 Cool Things We Learned From Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3’s Trailer

Star Trek: Strange New Worldsseason 3’s dazzling teaser trailer gives a glimpse of how much cool stuff the next10 episodes ofStrange New Worldshas in store. Captain Christopher Pike (Anson Mount) and the crew of the USS Enterprise haven’t warped across audiences' screens on Paramount+ since August 22. Finally,Star Trek: Strange New Worldsseason 3 is set to premiere in summer 2025 on Paramount+. “10 new adventures,” “Romance,” “Mystery,“and"A touch of analog"are promised byStar Trek: Strange New Worldsseason 3’s 1-minute teaser....

June 1, 2025 · 6 min · 1080 words · Whitney Castillo