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REVIEW: "Green Lantern" #48, "Blackest Night" #5

Both of this week's "Blackest Night" chapters have garnered 4-star reviews from CBR's Reviews Staff, with Doug Zawisa taking on "Green Lantern" #48 and Greg McElhatton looking favorably on "Blackest Night" #5

Robinson Revives Vibe

A very busy James Robinson says he's ready to bring back Vibe in the pages of "Justice League of America" and will attempt to make him not only cool, but scary, even if the character's still wearing a V-neck tank top and sunglasses.

Fox Shows Faith In 'Human Target'

The new action drama based on the DC character and co-starring 'Watchmen's' Jackie Earle Haley earns a prime spot after Wednesday's 'American Idol' broadcast in Fox's midseason schedule

Nightwing Announced as DCU Online Character

Nightwing is the latest character revealed to be a part of Sony Online Entertainment and DC Comics' "DC Universe Online." We have a number of screenshots of the hero in action, alongside his Teen Titans teamates.

J. Bone Kids With "Super Friends"

Eisner-nominated artist J. Bone loves drawing DC's "Big 6" every month as the cover artist of the kid-friendly "Super Friends" comic. In February, Bone will mark the title's two-year anniversary by providing the interior art, as well.

Green Lantern R.I.P.

CBR News spoke with "Green Lantern Corps" writer Peter Tomasi about the repercussions of the death of a major DCU figure in the pages of last week's issue #42 and how the death will leave Guy Gardner seeing red.

DC Comics Solicitations for February 2010

DC Comics has released images and solicitations for new comics and products on sale in February 2010, including the latest from "Blackest Night," "Batman & Robin," "Milestone Forever" and much more.

FIRST LOOK: "Human Target" #1

CBR presents this exclusive first look at the cover and solicitations for DC Comics' "Human Target" #1, by Len Wein and Bruno Redondo with a back-up story written by the FOX TV show's executive producer Peter Johnson.

Inside DC With Dan DiDio, Part 2

In part two of CBR's in-depth interview, DC's Senior Vice President - Executive Editor Dan DiDio discusses his own ongoing writing stint on "Outsiders," explains the company's approach to expanding DC's creative roster, and more.

"Booster Gold" Shines In "Blackest Night"

Dan Jurgens is thrilled to be bringing Michael Jon Carter to a larger audience, even if it means the eponymous hero has to face off against his undead best friend, Black Lantern Ted Kord, in a "Blackest Night" tie-in.

Inside DC With Dan DiDio, Part 1

The DCU Senior Vice President - Executive Editor invites CBR into his office for a lengthy two-part chat covering "Blackest Night," the future of marquee characters from Superman to the Flash, and exactly what's up with Aquaman.

Scott Ian Drives Lobo to Hell

CBR News speaks with thrash metal icon Scott Ian about his two-part "Lobo: Highway to Hell" mini series, making the jump from music to comics, who he thinks should play Lobo in the forthcoming movie, and much more.

Sales Estimates for September, 2009

Inside you'll find the sales estimates for comics and trade paperbacks in September, 2009. Total sales are up from last month, with DC Comics in the top comic spot with "Blackest Night" and "Buffy" leading the TPB charts.

The Future is Calling: Paul Levitz "Beyond"

The "Adventure Comics" incoming writer is crafting the title's first ever annual and has already penned a "Superman/Batman" annual slated for next summer, which will feature a character from "Batman Beyond."

Tour De (Speed) Force: Scott Kolins

In the second of our two-part series speaking with the artists behind the forthcoming "The Flash," Kolins talks about his return to Wally West's life, the new costume, drawing "speed," a certain evil gorilla Rogue, and more.

Tour De (Speed) Force: Francis Manapul

In the first of a two-part series speaking with the artists behind the forthcoming "The Flash," Manapul shares details about drawing Barry Allen instead of Wally West, shifting artistic gears for the new title, and more.

Wonder of Wonders - 10/24/2009

Andy Mangels explores the 12 Triumphs of Wonder Woman Day, the annual all-ages event benefiting victims of domestic violence. Wonder Woman Day takes place this Sunday in Portland and New Jersey, and fans can bid on original art online.

Sturges Spins A New "Web"

Matthew Sturges can't wait to start writing Earth's jerkiest hero, The Web, a character that mixes equal parts Han Solo and Tony Stark with a bit of Bruce Wayne for good measure - what's not to love?

DC Comics Solicitations for January 2010

DC Comics has released images and solicitations for new comics and products on sale in January 2010, including the latest from "Blackest Night," "Justice League of America," "Astro City: The Dark Age," "Joe the Barbarian" and much more.

'Green Lantern' Leaves Australia

The global economic crisis throws a wrench in the gears of the Ryan Reynolds- starring action epic, forcing the Warner Brothers to look for a new location to shoot Hal Jordan's first flight

Bryan Q. Miller on "Batgirl"

With his first story arc having recently wrapped up, Miller spills the beans on the new Batgirl, speaking to CBR News about the cast, the cornerstone themes and the somewhat hasty exit of the previous Batgirl, Cassandra Cain.

Bringing "R.E.B.E.L.S." To The Masses

Tony Bedard has been unleashing an epic battle in the opening story arc of the critically acclaimed "R.E.B.E.L.S.," and an upcoming crossover with "Blackest Night" should expose the title to a much wider audience.

BCC: DC's Sunday Conversation

DC's Ian Sattler was joined by Franco, Len Wein and others to drop a little knowledge and have a lot of fun on the last day of the Baltimore Comic-Con, teasing a new project from Wein, verifying more "Jonah Hex" collections & more.

Azzarello Pulps Up DCU With “First Wave”

Batman has guns. Black Canary is black. And Chop Chop is leading the Blackhawks. Welcome to Brian Azzarello’s pulp inspired DCU where the writer is the only one with superpowers.

Inside Diamond's Retailer Summit!

From the new "Stand" series at Marvel event to DC's "Blackest Night" comics cavalcade to the reveal of the mystery villain behind "Image United," CBR brings all the news from one of the biggest mainstream comics events of the year. UPDATING

BCC: DC Nation Panel

Saturday afternoon at Baltimore Comic-Con, DC Nation brought the news, announcements, Ketchup-flavored chips, and a naked Batman Mego down by the Nation’s Capitol. CBR has all the details.

Trautmann Talks "Action Comics"

Recently named as new co-writer of "Action Comics," alongside Greg Rucka, CBR checked in with Eric Trautmann to see where his head was at now that he's writing arguably the most important title in the history of comics.

PRESS RELEASE: "Batman The Brave & The Bold" Release: "Mayhem of The Music Meister" Soundtrack

PRESS RELEASE: UD Replicas Begins Production on "Dark Knight" Motorcycle Suit

LBCC: The DC Nation Panel

At Saturday’s DC Nation panel, held during the Long Beach Comic Con, DC made two announcements with Didio & Tan on “The Outsiders” and an expanded “The Flash” title with Johns, Manapul & Kollins.

Wonder of Wonders - 10/1/2009

In this week's column, we look at the cast of the Wonder Woman Universe, both Amazonian and otherwise; who the characters are and how they've developed, how they fit into Diana's universe and, on a meta level, into ours as well.

Liu Directs the World’s Finest in “Public Enemies”

An accomplished storyboard artist who worked on "Superman/Doomsday,” “Green Lantern: First Flight” and more, Sam Liu takes over the director’s chair for “Superman/Batman: Public Enemies."

Sony Reveals New DCU Online Character: Green Arrow

Sony Online Entertainment has revealed their latest character design from the upcoming DCU Online MMORPG: Oliver Queen, aka Green Arrow. CBR has the screenshots & character sheets.

Chuck Kim and the Return of the 80-Page Giant

Writer Chuck Kim, whose career has spanned editing James Robinson and Tony Harris’ "Starman" to most recently working as a writer on NBC’s "Heroes," shares news about the new "Justice League of America 80-Page Giant."

Berkowitz Pens Superman and Batman as "Public Enemies"

Veteran TV writer Stan Berkowitz has a long history with DC’s animated properties and his latest project hits stores this week in the form of the direct to video feature, "Superman/Batman: Public Enemies."

Kevin Conroy Returns as Batman

CBR News talks with Kevin Conroy who reprises his role as Batman once again in the Bruce Timm-produced “Superman/Batman: Public Enemies” direct to DVD animated film, on sale later this week.

Wonder of Wonders - 9/25/2009

Carol A. Strickland joins CBR for a Friday edition of WONDER OF WONDERS to examine the convoluted history of Wonder Woman and provide her thoughts on how to clean it up while simultaneously building up and strengthening the character.

James Robinson’s JLA Roll Call

The Eisner Award winning writer shares details about his roster in "Justice League of America" and why superheroes like Cave Carson, Doctor Mid-Nite, Plastic Man and The Flash may be taking their turns for monitor duty too.

WEDNESDAY COMICS: Paul Pope

Paul Pope, who wrote and illustrated an Adam Strange strip for the weekly series, explains how he channeled Steve Ditko and Carl Jung to tell his story, and Mark Chiarello joins us with some final thoughts on “Wednesday Comics.”

Sturges and Williams II: All-Stars of the New JSA

CBR News catches up with Matthew Sturges and Freddie E. Williams II, the writer/artist team that will be bringing "JSA All-Stars" to comic books stores in December.

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