Benny Hill stage revival examines comedy's evolution
A new stage review of Benny Hill's legacy asks what millions once found hilarious and why it feels so different today. Discover the show's vivid exploration of dated humour.
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Becky Barnicoat cartoon captures winter walk family chaos
A new cartoon by Becky Barnicoat perfectly skewers the epic struggle of getting children ready for a winter walk. Discover the humour in the pre-outdoor chaos.
Starmer's Kama Sutra joke is a 30-year-old political staple
Sir Keir Starmer's risqué PMQs quip about the Tories and the Kama Sutra is a political joke recycled for over three decades. Discover its long parliamentary history.
Pérez-Reverte attacks Spanish Royal Academy over language
Acclaimed novelist Arturo Pérez-Reverte accuses the Spanish Royal Academy of abandoning its mission, claiming social media influencers now hold more sway over language than literary giants. Discover the full critique.
Sahelanthropus: New Analysis Fuels Human Ancestor Debate
Fresh bone study argues Sahelanthropus tchadensis, a 7-million-year-old ape, walked upright. Scientists clash over whether it's humanity's earliest known ancestor. Read the latest.
Witty UK Letters: From Dog Signs to Early Easter Eggs
A collection of humorous and insightful letters from Guardian readers across the UK, covering everything from pet rivalry and Suffolk signs to railway theft and early Easter treats. Read the public's sharp observations.
How the Guardian's Style Guide Tackles Modern Language
The Guardian's style guide editors detail their 2023 rulings on terms from 'Twixmas' to AI and Arabic names. Discover how they balance tradition with evolving English. Share your thoughts with the readers' editor.
Tim Dowling's 2025 in numbers: A year of forgetting
As 2025 ends, columnist Tim Dowling tallies his year in cold, hard stats: adult sons moving back in, forgotten books, and a joke that fell flat. A humorous look at modern life.
Brits' Witty Replies to 'How Are You?' Revealed
Guardian readers share a delightful range of humorous and poignant responses to the common greeting 'How are you?', from Yorkshire quips to wartime survivor wisdom. Discover the cultural nuances behind this everyday question.
Why hasn't human nature evolved with technology?
A Guardian reader asks why human morality remains primitive despite technological evolution. Explore the philosophical question and share your answer. Submit your thoughts to nq@theguardian.com.
Melbourne's $500k AI Comedy Robot Experiment
A University of Melbourne researcher is using a $500k grant to teach a swarm of 10 robots standup comedy, starting with non-verbal humour. Can AI ever be genuinely funny?
Becky Barnicoat's 2025 Christmas Cliche Charts
Cartoonist Becky Barnicoat predicts the festive season's most overused tropes in her 2025 Christmas Cliche Charts. Discover the satire that defines modern holiday culture.
Brain's 5 Eras & Dementia Vaccine Breakthrough
Explore the groundbreaking five-era model of brain evolution and the promising vaccine that could protect against dementia. Listen to the full Science Weekly podcast for more.
Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree's Funny X Account
London's iconic Trafalgar Square Christmas tree now has a witty X account, delighting followers with festive jokes. Discover the story behind this quirky tradition and its 2025 switch-on date.
Reader's Plea: A Resident Evil Comedy Game
A passionate gamer argues that Capcom should embrace the campy humour of its past and create a full-blown comedy Resident Evil or Dino Crisis game to innovate the industry.
Nuclear Winter Cartoon Reflects Contemporary Fears
Becky Barnicoat's latest Guardian cartoon explores preparing for nuclear winter with dark humour. Discover how art captures our deepest anxieties about global threats.
City Raccoons Evolving Toward Domestication
New research reveals urban raccoons are developing shorter snouts and calmer behaviour, showing early domestication traits. Discover how city life is reshaping wildlife.
Guardian's Corrections Column: Hidden Journalism Gem
Discover why readers treasure the Guardian's Corrections column, featuring political humour, real ale wit, and amusing nominative determinism stories from across Britain.
AI doesn't understand puns, UK research finds
New research from UK and Italian universities reveals AI's poor grasp of humour. Discover why large language models struggle with puns and cultural nuance. Read the full study.
Tom Gauld's Cartoon on Librarians vs Booksellers
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld explores the humorous divide between librarians and booksellers in his latest Guardian cartoon. Discover the subtle battle for literary hearts and minds.
Marital book club battle spans six years
For six years, Guardian columnist Tim Dowling has been the only man in his wife's book club. Now she sees her chance to finally remove him. Discover the hilarious marital standoff over literary insights and fine cheeses.
Neanderthals and Humans Kissed, Oxford Study Finds
Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford suggests Neanderthals likely kissed both each other and early modern humans, challenging perceptions of ancient relationships.
Lunch date mix-up leads to all-day cooking marathon
A couple's carefully planned lunch turns into a comedy of errors when guests fail to show. Discover how a simple misunderstanding about meal times led to an entire day in the kitchen.
Cartoon Captures Third Trimester Inelegance
Edith Pritchett's latest cartoon perfectly captures the humorous realities of late pregnancy. Discover the universal truths about the third trimester experience.
King Charles jokes about 'dropping dead' amid cancer treatment
The King made a startling quip about his health during a visit to a London cancer treatment centre, displaying remarkable humour amid his own cancer treatment journey.
Metro's Daily Cartoon: Guy Venables Delivers Again
Guy Venables returns with another brilliant Metro daily cartoon, offering witty observations on contemporary British life that will have you nodding in agreement.
BBC must change or be Titanic warns YouTube boss
Jordan Schwarzenberger, manager of YouTube giants The Sidemen, delivers stark warning to BBC: adapt to digital age or risk becoming irrelevant like the Titanic.
Michelle Obama's Fashion Photo Book Reveals Style Evolution
Former First Lady Michelle Obama announces stunning new photography book celebrating her most memorable fashion moments and the powerful messages behind her style choices.
Metro's Daily Cartoon: Guy Venables Delivers London Laughs
Discover the latest witty Metro cartoon by Guy Venables, offering a humorous take on contemporary London life and current affairs in the paper's popular daily feature.
Guy Venables' Latest Metro Cartoon Delivers Laughs
Acclaimed cartoonist Guy Venables returns with another brilliant satirical cartoon in Metro, offering witty commentary on contemporary British society with his signature humour.
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