Steven Tonthat / OPB Comics lovers now have a new place to learn about the history of the visual medium in Portland, thanks to a new museum debuting downtown. NWMOCA Board Chair and de facto museum ...

Once upon a time—way back in the twentieth century—people got their laughs from reading comics in the newspaper. Today, many of us get our chuckles by seeing (and sharing) humorous memes online. But ...

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The comics landscape in 2024 was dominated by the arrival of two major new universes. Marvel relaunched the Ultimate Universe last year, but it was in 2024 that they fully delved into it, launching ...

One common misconception is that graphic novels and comics are not academically rigorous. However, graphic novels can be used to teach key concepts in line with academic standards in various subjects.

This article contains affiliate links to products selected by our editors. Mental Floss may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. When a child is just learning to read, comic ...

Over the last few years, Japanese animation and comic books have seen an explosion of popularity in the United States. From Netflix adaptations to Macy's Thanksgiving Day floats to a win at this ...

In June 1938, writer Jerry Siegel and illustrator Joe Shuster introduced readers to Superman, the beloved cape-wearing hero who came to Earth from the planet Krypton. In the 86 years since, the Man of ...

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In the first three phases of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Thanos was the greatest threat to the universe. But in the wider world of the Marvel Comics, there are characters whose powers dwarf Thanos’ ...

If you’re like me, you started reading newspapers for the comics. I started with kid-of-the-‘60s staples – "Family Circus," "Dennis The Menace," "Peanuts." Over time, new favorites caught my eye: ...