Inspire Middle East Egyptian comedian Bassem Youssef: “Nobody should be above satire” Since he burst upon the comedic scene in Egypt back in 2011, political satirist, author and stand-up star Bassem Youssef, has been endlessly compared to The Daily Show’s former host, John Stewart. 18/10/2019
USA 'SNL' returns for 45th season, targets Trump impeachment Rudy Giuliani, played by Kate McKinnon, comforts Trump on live TV: "Nobody is going to find out about our illegal side dealings with the Ukraine." 29/09/2019
World Watch: Comedians poke fun at European countries ahead of elections Do you hear the people sing (about their love for Europe)? 23/05/2019
USA Amy Schumer is a mom! She gives birth to her 1st child — see the pic The comedian struggled with an extreme form of morning sickness during her pregnancy. 06/05/2019
United Kingdom Lawn motorists cutting corners in quirky British race The 2019 British Lawnmower Racing Championships - perhaps the greatest show on turf - got underway in West Sussex, England on Saturday. 06/05/2019
United Kingdom Tributes paid to veteran comedian who died on stage during gig Ian Cognito was performing at the Atic bar in Bicester, England, when he sat down on a stool and remained quiet for several minutes. 13/04/2019
no comment Hungarians let off steam in 'silly walk' parade Hundreds of Hungarians marched through central Budapest in a "silly walk" parade on Monday (April 1), copying flamboyant moves from British comedy group Monty Python's famous television sketch to mark April Fools' Day. 02/04/2019
no comment Contestants mimic cranes at Japan winter festival Contestants have mimicked cranes for a winter festival in Japan's northernmost prefecture of Hokkaido. 11/02/2019
Cinema "Another fine mess!": 'Stan and Ollie' movie pays homage to comedy double act The movie had its world premiere in London, closing the London Film Festival. Critics have been raving about Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly's performances. 27/10/2018
Sport Shambolic mismatch as Tyson Fury returns to the ring Boos erupted and beer glasses flew after Fury's outclassed opponent quit at the end of the fourth round. 10/06/2018
United Kingdom "The Death of Stalin" takes light-hearted look at the fall of the dictator Amando Iannucci loves political comedy, and with "The Death of Stalin" he turns his eye on the Soviet Union, after lampooning London and Washington in previous outings. 18/10/2017
Cinema McDonagh closes London Film Festival with revenge comedy "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" sees Oscar-tipped performance from Frances McDormand. 16/10/2017
United Kingdom Scotland's former leader shows off his comic timing at Edinburgh Scotland's former leader Alex Salmond gets good notices after his first night of comedy at the Edinburgh Fringe 14/08/2017
Cinema On the road to find action-comedy hero Bud Spencer Documentary explores life of actor Bud Spencer, with two fans attempting to meet him in person 27/07/2017
Cinema Scarlett Johansson and the dead male stripper A girls’ night out that turns into a nightmare is the scenario for a new film starring Scarlett Johansson which has premiered in New York. Five 17/06/2017
Italy Italy's comic actor Toto honoured 50 years after his death Italy’s one-time favourite comic actor is being honoured on the 50th anniversary of his death. 15/04/2017
USA King of the insult Don Rickles dies aged 90 The comedian and actor known for his witty insults passed away in Los Angeles. 06/04/2017
Cinema Mexican film "Un padre no tan padre" sparks actors opinions on the proposed wall across US border The Mexican film “Un padre no tan padre” is a comedy and very funny but it is also something of a rarity. 27/01/2017
Cinema 'La La Land' set to dominate Golden Globe awards A lyrical fantasy looks set to dominate the 74th Golden Globe awards later this month. 02/01/2017
Cinema 'Sieranevada' Christi Puiu's latest dissection of Romanian life Puiu's latest offering is 'Sieranevada' is a dark comedy focusing on a family reunion. 25/11/2016
