I’m not trying to throw out my age here but the first Anime Expo I went to was in 1994. Instead of the massive event it is now that invades Downtown Los Angeles, it was a rather muted affair back then ...

Megan Thee Stallion is more than just a Grammy-winning rap goddess and cultural icon. She’s also a certified anime nerd, proudly waving her weeb flag high. From bold lyrical references to full-blown ...

Phoenix comedian and anime devotee Yuhki Kanetani, better known to fans as “Uncle Yuhki,” has had a front-row seat to that evolution. He’s hosted Arizona Matsuri’s cosplay contest since 2003 and says ...

Megan Thee Stallion has set the internet ablaze with her Halloween look, garnering massive attention from anime enthusiasts. Recently, she took to social media to showcase her cosplay of Choso, a ...

X-Men '97 is expected to premiere on Disney+ next year, giving fans of X-Men: The Animated Series a sequel they never expected would become a reality. While there are conflicting reports about how ...

Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Naruto has been around for decades, and at this point, it seems there are few people who’ve not ...

My Hero Academia’s seventh season is set to arrive on May 4th this summer, bringing back the biggest anime characters of the shonen franchise to the small screen. While Deku has reunited with his ...

Dexter Alex is a prolific African Storyteller and a freelance writer who thrives on weaving intricate plots alongside his writing endeavors. With a passion for music, literature, and a deep ...

Cosplay is great fun, no matter if you do it casually or devote every minute and dollar to the craft. For those who do the latter, though, there's another dimension to it. People look forward to your ...

Utica Anime-Fest will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 28, 2026 at the Delta by Marriott Utica. Admission is $20.