Iowa City Owl

Otaku Talk - Organizing Cosplay Events and ConventionsJul 28, 1am

Cosplay events and conventions have become the perfect destinations for anime, comic book, and video game fans to meet new people and just have fun. This are the perfect occasions where you get not only cool stuff from the various booths and panels you will stumble upon, you will also get to have cool freebies too (if you’re lucky.

Japan Media News- 34th Volume of 'Hunter x Hunter' to be released in JuneMay 10, 11am

It was revealed by 7net, a Japanese online retailer, that the 34th volume of Hunter x Hunter is slated to be released on June 26. With this announcement, fans of the well-loved series will more reason to be hyped and looking forward to the upcoming new chapters.

Meanwhile in Japan, Stage Play Adaptation of 'Attack of Titan' Gets CancelledApr 13, 7pm

Japan is popular not only for its rich culture and innovative contributions; it is also the home for Anime, Manga, and the related subcultures.

Bernie Sanders Wins Iowa CaucusFeb 1, 11pm

United States Senator from Vermont, Bernard "Bernie" Sanders, has won the Iowa democratic caucus tonight, according to the Iowa City Owl. Sanders, who started his campaign in Iowa roughly 9 months ago, rallied against what he calls "establishment politics" and a "corrupt campaign finance system.

Pairing western food with Nihon SakeOct 1, 8am

The head of a centuries-old sake brewery in southern Japan, Kensuke Shichida spent the week touring the restaurant scene of London. Far from home, his palate was greeted by an array of exotic dishes such as pub food, burgers, fries, English beef, croissants, and ceviche.

Internet users win victory in phone unlocking.Aug 6, 12am

The Internet has been known to do some amazing things. It has tackled a multiple of social issues and miraculously halt any legislative work in its tracks. The Internet has proven itself to be a powerful tool yet it never directly jumped right into legislation until the year 2014.

XBox to improve Smart Glass for Next GenSep 6, 4pm

As the time for the Next Gen consoles nears, XBox seems to be scrambling to improve every part of the experience possible, and current XBox owners are reaping the benefits of the customer pleasing efforts.

What's with the new iPhone?Sep 6, 4pm

As the time for the Apple release is nearing, it only seems appropriate to take a look at what we know, and what we think we know as well, about the newest installment of the widely popular iPhone. Here are some of the biggest rumors, according to pcmag.

Iowa City School Board member could lose law licenseSep 6, 2pm

An Iowa City official faces the possibility of losing his law license for a period of time after it was discovered he falsified a number of documents, according to recent announcements.

Good-bye to BentleySep 6, 2pm

Iowa City is saying goodbye to a member of its administration who is accepting another position.It has been announced on The Gazette website that the administrative assistant to the city manager in Iowa City will be leaving to take another position he has been offered in Kansas.