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?
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Fackham Hall Review: A Fast, Funny Downton Abbey Spoof
The spoof genre makes a comeback with Fackham Hall, a hilarious Downton Abbey parody starring Damian Lewis and Thomasin McKenzie. Read our full review of this joke-dense period romp.
Eternity Review: A Rom-Com That Could Spark Divorce
The new high-concept film 'Eternity' starring Elizabeth Olsen and Miles Teller is a smart romantic comedy that poses a profound afterlife dilemma. In UK cinemas now.
Review: Josh Jones's 'vanishingly insubstantial' Glasgow set
Mancunian comic Josh Jones brought his tour to Glasgow, but the show was criticised for lacking substance and strong jokes. Read our full review of the performance at The Stand.
Legal storm over 'sabzi' cookbook title sparks cultural debate
Food writer Yasmin Khan faced legal threats over her cookbook title 'Sabzi', a common word for vegetables across South Asia. Her case highlights wider issues of cultural appropriation and trademark overreach in the UK.
'Too Offensive' Blackadder Script Sells for Charity
An unpublished Blackadder Christmas special script, scrapped in the 1980s for fear of causing offence, is on sale for £10,000. Proceeds support children's education charity Theirworld.
Mammoth Series 2 Review: BBC's Subversive 70s Sitcom
Mike Bubbins returns as Tony Mammoth in the BBC Two sitcom's second series. This review explores the show's deadpan send-up of masculinity and its surprising insights into modern life. Watch now on BBC iPlayer.
Comedians' 14-Year Friendship Through Life's Ups and Downs
Comedians Cariad Lloyd and Rachel Parris reflect on their 14-year friendship forged through improv comedy, parenting journeys and supporting each other through grief. Discover their heartwarming story.
Judi Love's Comedy Tour Finds Humour in Past Trauma
Comedian Judi Love reveals how laughter helped her heal from trauma as she prepares for 23-date tour 'All About the Love'. The TV star discusses her journey from social work to comedy stardom.
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.
Tom Stoppard's New Play Premieres in London
Discover Tom Stoppard's brilliant new play exploring language and identity. Experience the master playwright's latest intellectual comedy in London's West End.
Peter Kay Rejects Netflix Over Phoenix Nights Warnings
Comedian Peter Kay reveals he turned down Netflix's offer to stream Phoenix Nights due to their request for trigger warnings. Discover why he chose to keep the classic comedy 'not politically correct'.
Dinner Party Chat: AI Art, Trump & Spotify Boycotts
Navigate awkward silences with our guide to 2025's hottest topics, from AI museums and Spotify boycotts to Saudi comedy gigs and nuclear thrillers. Master the art of conversation today!
Hitchhiker's Guide Stage Show Returns to London
Douglas Adams' sci-fi comedy masterpiece returns to the stage at Riverside Studios. Discover how this new production handles the beloved galactic adventure.
Peter Kay reveals new charity tour dates after surgery
Comedian Peter Kay announces new 2026 tour dates with profits going to 12 cancer charities, following recent surgery that forced show rescheduling. Tickets on sale Sunday.
I Love LA: HBO's Authentic Gen Z Comedy Hit
Discover why HBO's I Love LA is being hailed as the first authentic Gen Z comedy and the best show of 2024. Explore its fresh take on influencer culture and why it's dominating conversations.
Apple TV's The Hunt Delayed Over Plagiarism Claims
Apple TV+ postpones French thriller The Hunt following plagiarism allegations comparing it to 1976 film Shoot. Read the full investigation details.
John Tottenham's Service: Grumpy Bookseller's Tale
John Tottenham's debut novel Service delivers a bitter black comedy about a cantankerous LA bookseller struggling with literary failure and annoying customers. Discover this unique comic voice.
Zootropolis 2 Review: Formulaic Disney Sequel Disappoints
Disney's Zootropolis 2 delivers algorithmically generated laughs in a soulless sequel that might as well be AI created. Read our full review of this family comedy.
Daddy Issues Series 2 Review: Comedy Finds Its Feet
Danielle Ward's father-daughter sitcom returns with sublime one-liners and heartfelt moments. Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey shine in this growing comedy gem now on BBC iPlayer.
TV Shows UK Fans Demand to Return
Guardian readers reveal the TV series they most want revived, from the return of Peep Show's dysfunctional duo to a greener Top Gear. Discover which cult classics could make a comeback.
Kendall resets AI policy, backs artists in copyright fight
UK Science Secretary Liz Kendall pledges to reset AI copyright policy, supporting artists' right to payment for work used by AI companies. Find out how this shift affects Britain's creative future.
Jurassic: Dinosaur Comedy Clash at Soho Theatre
Tim Foley's conspiracy-fuelled comedy Jurassic pits reason against delusion at Soho Theatre until 29 November. A sharp satire about fossils and fake news.
Classic Christmas Film The Holiday on BBC Tonight
The beloved 2006 festive rom-com The Holiday, starring Kate Winslet and Jude Law, airs on BBC Three tonight. Hailed a 'timeless classic' by fans.
The Big Lebowski streams on Amazon Prime
The Coen Brothers' cult classic 'The Big Lebowski', starring Jeff Bridges, is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Discover why this 90s comedy is considered one of the greatest ever made.
Mike Bubbins on his 70s-inspired TV success Mammoth
Welsh comedian Mike Bubbins discusses his hit sitcom Mammoth, his real-life 70s obsession, and the journey from PE teaching to cult TV acclaim. Watch on BBC Two this December.
The Saragossa Manuscript: Cult Polish Comedy Review
Explore Wojciech Has's surreal 1965 picaresque comedy The Saragossa Manuscript, a head-spinning period adventure streaming on Klassiki from 20 November.
Ian Smith's Comedy Breakthrough: Authentic Stand-Up
Yorkshire comedian Ian Smith transformed his career by ditching gimmicks for authentic storytelling about anxiety and fertility struggles. Discover his journey to success.
Hitchcock's North by Northwest: Comedy Masterpiece
Discover why Cary Grant's performance in Hitchcock's 1959 classic North by Northwest remains one of cinema's most underrated comedic achievements. Stream now on HBO Max.
Bone Lake: Holiday Rental Horror Comedy Review
Bone Lake delivers a witty horror comedy about a romantic weekend gone wrong. This smart thriller offers fun for all viewers, not just horror fans. Available on digital platforms from 24 November.
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