‘We take every opportunity to laugh’: why Kenyans are embracing standup comedy in turbulent times

New venues and a fresh wave of comedians are winning huge audiences in Nairobi and beyond. KK knows that a well-told colonial joke can excite a Kenyan crowd. “I love how white people discover stuff ...

World - The Guardian - 16 hours ago

Why Were Trump Voters Laughing?

It’s hard to understand why so many people loved the crudest insults.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Obama urges patience with election results: 'It takes time to count every ballot'

Former President Obama on Tuesday urged the country to be patient as election workers count ballots to determine the results of the election. “It took several days to count every ballot in 2020, ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

‘People feel terrible. They want to laugh’: can comedy make light of Trump 2.0?

A second Donald Trump presidency may be darker than the first, but his victory has unleashed the creative energies of satirists and standups . “When Trump first won, there was almost a novelty to ...

World - The Guardian - November 10

Kenyan court clears the way for a new deputy president to take office

A court in Kenya has cleared the way for a new deputy president to take office despite a continuing court case challenging the impeachment of the previous deputy president

World - ABC News - October 31

'What We Do in the Shadows' is approaching the end, but 'life goes on' in the vampire comedy

'What We Do in the Shadows' showrunner Paul Simms and cast members discuss their otherworldly comedy as it approaches the end.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 28

In China, Comedy Is Giving Women a Voice. But Can Men Take a Joke?

Comedy has become a way for women to skewer China’s gender inequality. Some men aren’t happy about it.

World - The New York Times - October 31

Juan Soto on free agency: ‘Every team has the same opportunity’

Juan Soto will head to free agency as one of the most sought after players ever and he spoke about it after the Yankees' season came to an end on Wednesday night.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

In Oklahoma, we know that government kills opportunity

Endless litigious delays and overreaching environmental rules choke businesses

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Live, Laugh, Love signs: the worst interiors trend of all time?

Motivational slogans fared badly in a new survey – but how did they rate compared with leopard-print rugs and colourful bathroom suites?. Name: “Live, Laugh, Love” signs.. Age: About 15 ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

‘We Welcomed Them’: G.O.P. Embraces New Latino Voters in Arizona

Days ago, President-elect Donald J. Trump won swing-state Arizona, flipping the state back to red.

World - The New York Times - 5 days ago

'Baffling decisions' and £564m - inside Ten Hag's turbulent reign

With Manchester United calling time on Erik ten Hag's reign as manager, Simon Stone looks back at yet another troubled period for the club.

Here’s why some Latinos are genuinely embracing the Republican Party

Latinos who prioritize their American identity are more likely to identify as Republicans, while those who prioritize their ethnic identity are more likely to identify as Democrats, due to ...

Politics - The Hill - October 19

Why the West should embrace Zelensky’s victory plan for Ukraine

Are Western policymakers ignorant? Of course not. Their problem is different.

Politics - The Hill - October 25

NFL Week 8 five things we liked and disliked: National Tight Ends Day, Seattle's comedy of errors

George Kittle went wild on his favorite holiday

Sports - CBS Sports - October 29

Taking Time

Daylight saving time ends tomorrow. How will you make use of the extra hour?

World - The New York Times - November 2

Elections tracker 2024: every vote and why it matters

More than 80 countries – more than half the world’s population – are voting this year in elections that could be pivotal for democracy. More than 80 countries are heading to the polls in 2024 , ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

Why Every Founder Needs a Sounding Board

Instead of chasing expert advice, find a sounding board to amplify your thoughts.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

Why Every Founder Needs an Executive Coach for Success

Embracing support on the entrepreneurial journey.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

Warren calls for pressing forward, taking 'opportunities to fight back'

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) called on Democrats to press ahead and take “opportunities to fight back” despite President-elect Trump’s triumph in the 2024 U.S. presidential election against Vice ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Here’s Why the American Airlines Brand Hit Turbulence This Week

Days after the carrier got praised in the press and on social media for battling early boarding cheaters, the airline was shamed and fined for its poor treatment of disabled passengers.

Business - Inc. - October 24

AMD's post-earnings slide is a buying opportunity. Here's why

Wall Street's reaction to the quarter continues an up-and-down month for shares of the AI chipmaker.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Why Microsoft’s stock selloff may be a buying opportunity, according to analysts

Microsoft’s guidance disappointed, but analysts see the stock as less crowded nowadays — with ample AI opportunity ahead.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

Can they keep up the laughs at a gloomy time? Mythic Quest returns for Season 4

Apple TV+ today announced that the fourth season of its hit comedy Mythic Quest will debut on January 29.

Tech - VentureBeat - 3 days ago

We're not military - why are we being hit, asks injured man in Lebanon

In the Lebanese city of Nabatieh, Orla Guerin meets hospital patients and medics vowing to stay despite Israeli strikes.

'The Big D' delivers divorced dating comedy game show just in time for cuffing season

The Big D Comedy Dating show at West Side Theater

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 4 days ago

What we learned in Week 9: We answered big questions and sized up every single matchup

Sunday saw Baltimore blow out Denver and Buffalo win a thriller over Miami. Our reporters reacted to the action.

Sports - ESPN - November 6

'We are dying every moment' - the Afghans risking their lives to reach UK

Afghans and a people smuggler tell the BBC about the treacherous route they take to try to get out.

Why We Got It So Wrong

It turns out a lot of people don’t behave like ambassadors from this or that group. They think for themselves in unexpected ways.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

What we learned: We answered the big questions

Can the 49ers make a run? Can Jameis Winston save the Browns? Reporters react to all the action.

Sports - ESPN - October 30

What we learned in NFL Week 10: Answering the big questions from each game

Our NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering lingering questions and detailing everything else you need to know for every team.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Campaign 2024, just for laughs

It's almost over! "Sunday Morning" Jane Pauley looks back at how TV's comics and late-night hosts have viewed the 2024 presidential election.

WATCH: Eagles' Saquon Barkley explains why he passed on opportunity for career milestone against former team

Barkley had a huge return to MetLife Stadium, but could have had an even bigger day

Sports - CBS Sports - October 21

Why do we have the Electoral College?

When people cast ballots in the 2024 presidential election, their votes translate into Electoral College representation. Many wonder why the system still exists, and if it should.

Why poppies are worn for Remembrance Day

The poppy has been synonymous with marking Remembrance since a few years after World War One.

Why it’s often luck, not talent, that takes us to the top

No one likes to admit it — but life’s lottery has a big role to play in success

Business - Financial Times - November 9

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