What happened: The Royal Mint has released a 50p coin featuring Dennis the Menace to celebrate 75 years of the Beano comic. Beano, first published in 1938, is Britain's longest-running weekly comic.
Why it matters:
- The coin honours a beloved British cultural icon and comic history.
- Collectors and fans of Beano gain a new commemorative item.
MNN Take: This coin marks a significant milestone for Beano and highlights its lasting popularity in UK popular culture.
Sources: BBC UK