Ali Ikhwan
- Graphic Novel & Comics
- June 19, 2026
- 38 views
Behind the Curtain of Revolution: Jordan Mechner’s ‘Liberty’ Unveils the Secret Arms Race of 1776
In a bold fusion of historical scholarship and graphic storytelling, Oni Press and Magnetic Press have officially announced a forthcoming Kickstarter campaign for Liberty. This ambitious graphic novel serves as…
Neng Nana
- RPG Strategy
- June 19, 2026
- 44 views
From Virtual Track to Vintage Bottle: The Cultural Phenomenon Behind Tokai Teio’s ‘Hachimi’ Mead
In a crossover that bridges the gap between high-stakes virtual horse racing and traditional Japanese craftsmanship, sake brewery Tentaka Shuzo has announced a unique collaboration with the multimedia juggernaut Umamusume:…
Laily UPN
- Tech Gadgets
- June 17, 2026
- 35 views
The Digital Roadblock: Illinois Leads the Charge Against Smart Glasses Behind the Wheel
As smart glasses emerge from the realm of science fiction into the hands (and onto the faces) of mainstream consumers, the legal landscape is struggling to keep pace. While these…
- Japanese Pop Culture
- June 17, 2026
- 37 views
Behind the Scenes at the G7: Hot Mics Reveal the Human Side of Global Diplomacy
By Global Affairs Correspondent The G7 summit, traditionally defined by high-stakes negotiations, formal communiqués, and the heavy burden of addressing geopolitical instability, took an unexpectedly candid turn this week. As…
Pevita Pearce
- Tech Gadgets
- June 16, 2026
- 38 views
India’s Digital Lockdown: The Controversy Behind the Telegram Ban and the NEET Exam Crisis
In an unprecedented move that highlights the escalating tension between digital platform regulation and the sanctity of national examinations, the Indian government has initiated a temporary, nationwide block of the…
- Film & Television
- June 16, 2026
- 49 views
Beyond the Sketchbook: The Unseen Logistics Behind TV’s Most Iconic Costumes
The art of costume design is often romanticized as a purely creative endeavor—a world of sketches, mood boards, fabric swatches, and high-fashion intuition. Yet, for the masters of the craft…
Jia Lissa
- Film & Television
- June 16, 2026
- 33 views
The Art of the Lens: Behind the Scenes of IndieWire’s 2026 Cinematography Roundtable
Television is fundamentally a visual medium, a canvas upon which the most ambitious stories of our time are painted. While scripts provide the blueprint and actors offer the soul, it…
Suro Senen
- Fantasy Literature
- June 15, 2026
- 40 views
Crafting Icons: LAcon V Reveals Artists Behind 2026 Hugo and Lodestar Awards
The anticipation surrounding the 84th World Science Fiction Convention (Worldcon), set to descend upon Anaheim, California, in 2026, has reached a new crescendo. LAcon V organizers have officially announced the…
Nila Kartika Wati
- Film & Television
- June 15, 2026
- 45 views
Behind the Curtain of "DTF St. Louis": Steven Conrad on Breaking the Mold and Finding an Audience
Welcome to "It’s a Hit!" In this series, IndieWire speaks to the creative minds behind television’s most compelling programs about the precise moment they realized their work had broken through…
Nana Muazin
- Esports
- June 14, 2026
- 47 views
Behind the Mask: The Emotional Fallout of KSI’s Departure from the Sidemen
The digital landscape was irrevocably altered on May 31, when Olajide "JJ" Olatunji—universally known as KSI—officially announced his departure from the Sidemen, the internet collective that redefined modern entertainment over…
