Embracing Standup Comedy

‘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 - 18 hours ago

Seth Meyers is trading politics for parenting in new standup special

Seth Meyers admits there are times when he’s in a disagreement with his wife or absurd situation with his kids and he can’t help immediately thinking about making it into a bit

Entertainment - ABC News - October 25

America’s Embrace of Marijuana

Why public opinion has changed so quickly.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Life of Janey Godley, comedian who defied her tragedies by cracking jokes

The comedian Janey Godley, who chronicled her struggles in unflinching detail, has died after a long illness.

Reeves should embrace the freedom of disapproval

The UK chancellor and PM Keir Starmer need to dispense with the excessive caution of opposition

Business - Financial Times - October 25

'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

Ted Danson on his new comedy series "A Man on the Inside"

"Cheers" actor Ted Danson's latest series is the Netflix comedy "A Man on the Inside," in which he plays a retired widower-turned-investigator who goes undercover in a nursing home. Correspondent ...

Clemson fraternity embraces student in intellectual disability program

At Clemson University in South Carolina, the ClemsonLIFE program gives students with intellectual disabilities a chance to learn life skills for independent living. But as much as the program ...

Starmer to pledge to ‘embrace fiscal reality’ in the Budget

UK prime minister is facing growing criticism that planned tax rises will hit ‘working people’

Business - Financial Times - October 27

Trump’s foreign policy plan: embrace unpredictability

The former president has a radical global agenda for a second term, say allies and advisers — from Ukraine and the Middle East to pressurising America’s friends and foes

Business - Financial Times - October 28

Destiny 2 Arcane Embrace God Roll Guide

Destiny 2 's Festival of the Lost brings a few unique weapons to the game alongside its spooky season-themed activities. New this year is Arcane Embrace, a one-of-a-kind shotgun with a new ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 30

From Arizona to Pennsylvania, Americans embrace calm before election's storm

Our BBC reporters in the hotly contested battleground states say election day is relatively calm so far.

Liberalism just won — let’s embrace it and work together

Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 election has presented an opportunity for Democrats to curb the corporate-regulatory state monster and work collaboratively on shared goals, while also allowing ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

'This is my face and I will embrace what I have'

Cancer survivor Robin Fahey is taking part in an art exhibition highlighting facial prosthetics.

How streamers are embracing the subscribe-watch-cancel trend

With prices on the rise, more consumers are signing up for streaming services, watching what they want, then cancelling their subscription over and over again. Now, streamers are embracing the ...

Paul embraces 'ultimate heel' role against Tyson

Jake Paul says he is embracing the heel role in his fight against Mike Tyson.

Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago

Harris could have defeated Trump by embracing Biden

Kamala Harris lost the presidency to Donald Trump because she ran an awful campaign. Contrary to received wisdom, this was not because she did not adequately distance herself from President Biden; ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

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

Years after hating them, Bucs embrace the Creamsicle uniforms

On Sunday, the Buccaneers will break out their Creamsicle throwback uniforms for a Week 8 game against the Falcons.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 24

Can Quake-Prone Japan Ever Embrace Nuclear Energy Again?

The government, its makeup in flux after the governing party lost seats this week, will soon need to make decisions that will shape Japan’s future nuclear policy.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

Trump team fully embraces RFK Jr.'s vaccine skepticism

In the closing days of the campaign, Donald Trump and some of his top allies have increasingly embraced Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anti-vaccine rhetoric.

Politics - NBC News - November 1

My friend has embraced conspiracy theories and I’m fed up with it | Ask Philippa

Think of him like a car in a skid, you want to take the steering wheel and switch direction, but the car has too much momentum and it will carry on the same path. The question I’ve had a good ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

Kim Jong Un's Risky Embrace of Russia Is AboutHis Regime'sSurvival

North Korea’s leader is forging an unproven—and even more brazen—path to achieve regime security, advance his country’s nuclear program and win economic relief.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 4

Trump’s Embrace of RFK Jr. Puts Fluoride, Vaccines and Obamacare on the Agenda

Donald Trump’s pledge to let Robert F. Kennedy Jr. “go wild on health” has put three issues on the agenda in the final days of the 2024 campaign.

Health - The New York Times - November 5

Utah is embracing its new NHL team. But is the frenzy sustainable?

Hockey has a rocky history in Salt Lake City but fans are flocking to see its new franchise. The team hopes it can build long-term stability. “The fact has become very clear to us this year that, ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

Israeli Officials Embrace Trump Victory, Despite His Unpredictability

There is a belief in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing Israeli government that a Trump administration will allow it to end its wars on favorable terms.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

A Tech Pioneer Reflects on Steve Jobs’s Advice to Let Go and Embrace Change

Geomagic founder Ping Fu tells ‘Your Next Move’ how she embraces change.

Business - Inc. - November 6

Schumer urges new Senate GOP majority to embrace 'bipartisan' bills

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), who will lose control of the Senate agenda next year as a result of Republicans’ string of victories on election night, urged his GOP colleagues to ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

Christina Ricci on embracing self-discovery with tarot deck, "Cat Full of Spiders"

Famous for her iconic Halloween roles, Christina Ricci is diving into new territory with a tarot card deck and guidebook inspired by her life and career.

‘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

Bike rides and Balkan music: Klay Thompson is embracing a fresh start with the Mavericks

Thompson, who won four rings alongside Curry and Green, returns to the Golden State on Tuesday.

Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago

Comedians question Trump's podcast appearances: 'We're supposed to be... making politicians uncomfortable'

Comedians Marc Maron, Laurie Kilmartin, Brendon Walsh and others weigh in on Trump appearing to go after the 'Bro Vote' podcasts, including comedy fare like 'This Past Weekend With Theo Von,' ...