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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Popular in the Book Market: What Does the New Trend Towards Nonfiction Comics Mean?

The article discusses the rising popularity of nonfiction comics in the literary market, highlighting notable works and authors.

Feb 25 • 14:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Comic Artist Juliana Hyrri Was Stateless for 12 Years – Now She Is a Finlandia Prize Nominee

Juliana Hyrri has emerged as a leading figure in Finnish comic art and has been nominated for the Sarjakuva-Finlandia award.

Feb 22 • 09:41 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Stolen Pokémon and One Piece cards worth over 20,000 euros, 2 complaints

An entrepreneur's return from Lucca Comics & Games turned nightmare as his car was broken into and a valuable collection of trading cards stolen.

Feb 22 • 09:39 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Report seeks investment framework for comedy industry

A new report highlights the need for investment and structural reforms in Nigeria's comic industry to foster growth and capitalize on its creative potential.

Feb 22 • 05:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

That 'Man of Dreams' Between Superheroes and Nightmares

The article discusses a new theatrical production titled 'Man of Dreams' by Giampiero Rappa, exploring the psychological struggles of a comic book artist.

Feb 22 • 04:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The comic artist published a fierce picture of lions

Icelandic comic artist Hugleikur Dagsson expresses support for Finland's ice hockey success through a controversial artwork.

Feb 20 • 18:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"Thorgal: Board Game": From Comic to Board Game

The article discusses the cultural significance of the 'Thorgal' comic series, particularly in Poland, and its evolution into a board game.

Feb 20 • 14:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Who won the Muriel comic awards for 2025

The article discusses the winners of the 2025 Muriel comic awards, although the content is unavailable.

Feb 19 • 20:21 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Comic by Lukas Weidinger: In the Virtuoso Line Mash

Lukas Weidinger's comic 'Opus Tropus' showcases exceptional graphical skill reminiscent of prominent cartoonists, earning him the Vienna Comic Prize.

Feb 18 • 20:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A new book by authors from Palacký University maps comics as a tool for propaganda

A book by authors from Palacký University explores the role of comics in promoting ideas and messages.

Feb 18 • 13:40 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Three exciting offers this Sunday with VIMA

This Sunday, February 22nd, 'Vima of Sunday' will feature exciting offers including a collectible notebook and magazine.

Feb 18 • 10:15 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

This Sunday with Vima: "The Spring Notebook" by ARKA

A collectible notebook, described as a small work of art by the unique ARKA, is being released this Sunday with Vima, featuring beloved characters and sketches.

Feb 18 • 08:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Viz magazine stars make comic comeback 25 years after Sid the Sexist axed

The creators of Viz magazine, Chris and Simon Donald, are making a return with new characters and comic content after a 25-year hiatus since the end of Sid the Sexist.

Feb 14 • 11:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The best comics of February: anti-war from the trench, the decay of the everyday, and the cycles of the harvest

This article reviews the best comics released in February, highlighting themes of anti-war sentiment and existential decay, focusing on various prominent authors.

Feb 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Nicolas Cage stars as Spider-Man in new series; see trailer

Amazon Prime Video reveals trailers for 'Spider-Noir', featuring Nicolas Cage as a darker version of Spider-Man.

Feb 12 • 20:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Hankyoreh Drawing Board February 12

The article features the latest comic edition of the Hankyoreh Drawing Board from February 12.

Feb 11 • 11:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Comic Finland is competing with ten works

The nominees for the Sarjakuva-Finlandia prize have been announced, featuring ten domestic comic albums competing for the 2026 award.

Feb 10 • 14:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Hankyoreh Drawing Panel for February 11

The article presents a comic panel from Hankyoreh dated February 11, 2026.

Feb 10 • 11:01 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Life & Tech

The cartoon by Ellekappa

A new cartoon by Ellekappa published on February 7, 2026, encourages readers to engage through subscription and comments.

Feb 6 • 23:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Wooden Hat Award to the Creators of Tatu and Patu, Aino Havukainen and Sami Toivonen

The Finnish Comics Society awards the Wooden Hat recognition to artists Aino Havukainen and Sami Toivonen for their exceptional children's book and comic production, particularly known for the characters Tatu and Patu.

Feb 5 • 10:54 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Knorr and Wolff in Comic: Which Duck Will Become Handball European Champion?

German handball stars Juri Knorr and Andreas Wolff become comic heroes by teaching Donald Duck the secrets of the seven-meter throw in a new edition of the Mickey Mouse magazine.

Jan 15 • 14:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

An Erotic Story of a Hero Who Seeks a Gold Mine in China and Fights River Pirates, Did Not Conform to Communist Ideology

The article discusses Milton Caniff and his notable adventure comics 'Terry and the Pirates' and 'Steve Canyon,' which challenged prevailing communist ideologies during their time.

Jan 15 • 10:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Comics Have Superpowers to Sell More and More

The global comic book market generated over €15.2 billion in revenue in 2025 and is expected to double in size over the next five years.

Jan 15 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Comic for the Handball World Championship: Juri Knorr and Andreas Wolff Get Duckified

The German national goalkeeper Andreas Wolff is humorously portrayed as a duck alongside other athletes like basketball players Franz and Moritz Wagner in a special comic edition aimed at promoting handball ahead of major sporting events.

Jan 14 • 14:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Scott Adams, creator of the comic strip Dilbert and Trump fan, dies at 68

Scott Adams, the creator of the 'Dilbert' comic, which portrayed the frustrations of office workers and was withdrawn for racist comments, has passed away at the age of 68, as announced by his ex-wife Shelly Miles during a live broadcast.

Jan 14 • 08:31 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

‘Dilbert’ cartoonist Scott Adams has died

Scott Adams, the creator of the 'Dilbert' comic strip, has died at the age of 68 in California due to complications from prostate cancer.

Jan 13 • 20:19 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Scott Adams has died. The creator of 'Dilbert' passed away at the age of 68

Scott Adams, the creator of the globally popular comic 'Dilbert', has died after battling prostate cancer at the age of 68.

Jan 13 • 16:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The best comics of the month: from a denunciation of the miseries of the American West to the intimate memory of a post-war young lady

This article highlights notable recent comic book publications by authors such as Darko Macan, Igor Kordey, and Alan Moore, offering diverse themes from Western critiques to post-war memories.

Jan 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Comic in which Superman first appeared is now the most expensive ever

A copy of Action Comics #1 from 1938 has set a new world record by selling for $15 million.

Jan 12 • 15:20 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Graphic Novel: Faust Now Wears a Star of David

The article discusses the intersection of theater and graphic novels, focusing on three comics that explore the themes of representation in performance art.

Jan 11 • 11:04 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

From the success of 'Maus' to the commitment against Trump: a documentary highlights the essential figure of Art Spiegelman

A new documentary explores the life and impact of Art Spiegelman, the creator of the influential comic 'Maus', now available in Spain.

Jan 10 • 21:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Roto: Fortuitous Discovery

A comic strip highlighting the subjective nature of illustrations and drawings as elements of opinion.

Jan 10 • 04:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Rare copy of Superman comic once stolen from Nicolas Cage sells for record $15m

A rare copy of 'Action Comics No. 1', once stolen from Nicolas Cage, has sold for a record $15 million, showcasing its significance in comic book history.

Jan 9 • 22:41 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The Best of the Century, Three Essential Comics and Four Other Plans to Overcome the Christmas Hangover

Elena Cabrera curates a cultural newsletter each Friday morning, highlighting three notable stories, cultural events, and movie recommendations, with a special focus on three essential comics at the end of the month.

Jan 9 • 10:12 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Riki Blanco: amazed

A vignette by cartoonist Riki Blanco expressing his unique viewpoint through illustrations and drawings.

Jan 9 • 04:45 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

He was one of the most popular comics in the world and Yugoslavia, and no one has reached that elegance and mastery

The article discusses the impact and legacy of Alex Raymond's comics, particularly highlighting the debut of Flash Gordon and Jungle Jim in 1934 as a significant moment in comic art history.

Jan 8 • 10:22 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The comic that draws a map of Madrid with postcards about the underworld and its gangsters

A new comic adapts Iñaki Domínguez's successful essay about Madrid's underworld into a visual narrative that explores its gangsters.

Jan 8 • 00:05 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Conan O'Brien says 'F Trump' comics have been co-opted by anger, 'just screaming'

Conan O'Brien criticized comics who focus on anger and screaming at President Trump rather than producing humor, arguing that Trump's unpredictability complicates satire.

Jan 7 • 12:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Among Whales, Blood, and Cold

The article explores various literary elements related to whales, including books, comics, and a series, as well as reflections on the author's personal experiences with these creatures.

Jan 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

20-year record for Asterix: 1.65 million sales in France

The latest Asterix issue, featuring the Gallic hero's adventures in Lusitania, has sold 1.65 million copies in France since its release on October 23, marking the highest sales in two decades.

Dec 31 • 22:10 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Coming of Age in Canada: The Breakout of a Teenager Trio

This article discusses Adam de Souza's comic book 'Die Kluft', which explores the transformation of a young woman from a victim of bullying to a fighter, and ultimately a peaceful lover.

Dec 31 • 15:43 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

The BAVOURA Strikes Again on Saturday, January 3rd with THE NEW WEEKEND

The legendary magazine BAVOURA returns this Saturday, January 3rd, alongside THE NEW WEEKEND, featuring nostalgic themes from the 80s and 90s.

Dec 29 • 17:20 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

First published in Spain, the comic that changed the history of adventure comics

The comic 'Wash Tubbs Meets Captain Easy,' created by Roy Crane in 1924 and considered the spark of adventure comics, is published in Spain for the first time by Reino de Cordelia.

Dec 29 • 14:36 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Strip 'Brick Bradford' was created by Clarence Gray, but our last episodes were drawn by the renowned artist Andrija Maurović

The article discusses the comic strip 'Brick Bradford,' created by Clarence Gray, and its recent episodes illustrated by the famous artist Andrija Maurović, highlighting its historical context and connection to the popularity of sci-fi themes in early 20th-century comics.

Dec 29 • 12:41 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Life & Tech

Milo Manara: "There is a bit of Brigitte Bardot in every woman I draw"

Milo Manara discusses the influence of Brigitte Bardot on his artwork, noting her impact on the feminine image as distinct from Marilyn Monroe.

Dec 29 • 04:00 UTC

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