MangaDex Went Corporate—But Says It Won’t “Become Another Crunchyroll”
The world’s largest manga piracy site quietly incorporated in the UK, handed control to NamiComi, and started cracking down on content. Here’s what’s really happening behind the scenes.
Gong Cha and Neopets Just Dropped Your New Favorite Nostalgia Collab
Gong Cha teams up with Neopets for four themed drinks, exclusive merch, and in-game codes. Here’s what’s on the menu and where to find it.
1,240 Entries Later: KADOKAWA Announces Winners of Global Isekai Writing Contest
KADOKAWA reveals the winners of its first English-language isekai novel contest, featuring a level 99 hero dog, beer magic, and an HR manager with appraisal skills. Here are the stories set for Japanese publication.
SM Entertainment Posts Record Q4 Profits as aespa, RIIZE, and Concert Tours Drive Growth
SM Entertainment closes 2025 with its strongest fourth quarter ever, driven by global tours from aespa, RIIZE, and NCT. Here’s what “SM NEXT 3.0” means for the year ahead.
Dylan Wang’s Adorable Plushie Has Everyone Asking: Is Labubu’s Reign Ending?
Dylan Wang showed up to his Singapore pop-up with an unexpected accessory—and now fans are wondering if his D.FA.MILY plush line could be the next big thing.
Hello Kitty Is Returning to Comics for the First Time in 10+ Years
You can never have too many Hello Kitty comics.
KATSEYE’s Manon Breaks Silence on Hiatus, Sparking Fan Confusion and Tension
KATSEYE’s Manon addresses her sudden hiatus with a personal statement, contradicting the official news. Meanwhile, a bandmate’s father adds fuel with controversial comments online.
There Was a Cute Girl in the Hero’s Party Leads New Futabasha Manga Drop on MANGA MIRAI
MANGA MIRAI announces exclusive English release of isekai rom-com There Was a Cute Girl in the Hero’s Party alongside three other Futabasha titles, just in time for the anime adaptation.