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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.

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."

World News

Watch: Comedians poke fun at European countries ahead of elections

Do you hear the people sing (about their love for Europe)?

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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Contestants mimic cranes at Japan winter festival

Contestants have mimicked cranes for a winter festival in Japan's northernmost prefecture of Hokkaido.

World News

Euroviews. Why late-night comedians became some of 2018's best political analysts

Comedian Stephen Colbert and company did an excellent job of putting election night in perspective.

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.

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.

Cult

King of Comedy's items to go on auction in Las Vegas

Items of the late US comedian Jerry Lewis will go under the hammer next month

United Kingdom

Court fines Scottish man over 'grossly offensive' Nazi dog video

A Scottish man has been fined £800 after he trained a dog to perform Nazi salutes and react positively to anti-Jewish commands in a video that went viral.

Spain

Madrid local calls police on Puigdemont look-alike comedian

Spanish comedian Joaquin Reyes thought it was all fun and games when he was shooting for TV in a park outside of Madrid dressed as exiled Catalan president Carles Puigdemont. But his apparent likeness had one local soon call police.

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.

Cinema

McDonagh closes London Film Festival with revenge comedy

"Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" sees Oscar-tipped performance from Frances McDormand.

USA

Ig Nobel prize for liquid cat research

Ig Nobel spoof awards have been held in the US recognising

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

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

Cinema

Scarlett Johansson and the dead male stripper