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?
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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Comedian Iain Lee reveals how the intense pressure of ITV's I'm A Celebrity led to a drug relapse after 13 years sober. He now works as a counsellor and calls for better mental health support on reality TV.
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The Bank of England plans to lower capital requirements for major UK lenders, aiming to boost loans to households and firms. Stress tests show top banks can withstand a severe downturn.
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Douglas Adams' sci-fi comedy masterpiece returns to the stage at Riverside Studios. Discover how this new production handles the beloved galactic adventure.
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.
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