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Janey Godley, Scottish Comic Who Brought Humor to Harrowing Topics, Dies at 63
A Scottish performer, she said she believed there were “funny sides” to terrible experiences, including some that she drew from her own times of loss and hardship.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
The Penguin: Comic-Book Stories Are Still Ashamed of Being Comic-Book Stories
When Fox put the first X-Men movie together, producers looked at the pages of the comics and worried about whether moviegoers would be put off by the silly clowns dancing around on the pages even ...Tech - GameSpot - October 15 -
Six Scottish areas are 'dental deserts'
Leading dentists say issues over patient access to NHS treatment are now a national problem in Scotland.Top stories - BBC News - October 17 -
DC Entertainment Is Changing the Shape—and Scrollability—of Comics
DC has cut a deal with GlobalComix, a company that optimizes comics to be scrolled vertically. Everyone from Batman to The Joker is headed to this platform with big designs on the TikTok generation.Tech - Wired - October 15 -
Inside look at New York Comic Con 2024
New York Comic Con is underway at the Javits Center in Manhattan. The four-day event kicked off Thursday with panels previewing upcoming movies and TV shows, celebrity appearances and lots of ...Top stories - CBS News - October 18 -
UK government not considering Scottish visa to attract migrants
Sir Keir Starmer has been urged to transfer powers to the Scottish government to help address labour shortages.Top stories - BBC News - October 16 -
Scottish Highlands become battleground in the race for net zero
Local outcry over pylon expansion scheme as ministers vow to protect infrastructure from ‘obstructionists’Business - Financial Times - October 17 -
Juryless rape trials pilot axed by Scottish government
The proposal would have seen a single judge decide whether people are guilty of rape and attempted rape.Top stories - BBC News - 4 days ago -
Comedian Janey Godley dies aged 63
She was "surrounded by her loved ones", her management has confirmed.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
Amazon's New Full-Color Kindle Could Be A Game Changer For Comic Books
Kindle Colorsoft $280 | Save 20% with Eligible Trade-In | Releases October ...Tech - GameSpot - October 16 -
Anti-fossil fuel comic that went viral in France arrives in UK
World Without End topped bestseller lists but was criticised for embracing nuclear power. In 2019, France’s best known climate expert sat down to work with its most feted graphic novelist. The ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
Chargers take Jim Harbaugh's sometimes comical words very seriously
Coach Jim Harbaugh sometimes shares expressions that have his Chargers raising eyebrows and seeking explanations, but his words of wisdom change perspectives.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 25 -
Teri Garr, the offbeat comic actor of 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has died
The quirky comedy actor who rose from background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star of such favorites as “Young Frankenstein” and “Tootsie,” Teri Garr has diedEntertainment - ABC News - 6 days ago -
Teri Garr, Comic Actress in ‘Young Frankenstein’ and ‘Tootsie,’ Dies at 79
An Oscar nominee for her role in “Tootsie,” she was also a favorite guest of David Letterman and Johnny Carson and a three-time host of “Saturday Night Live.”Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Trump seeks to disavow comic’s racist jokes at Madison Square Garden rally
Ex-president said Tony Hinchcliffe, who called Puerto Rico ‘an island of garbage’, ‘probably’ shouldn’t have been at rally. US elections 2024 – live updates The Republican presidential ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Alex Salmond, Scottish first minister and independence champion, 1954-2024
Political heavyweight whose turbulent career culminated in 2014 referendum defeatBusiness - Financial Times - October 13 -
Alex Salmond normalised concept of Scottish independence as he led SNP to power
Former first minister established party as a political force but questions later emerged about influence he wielded. Tributes paid to Alex Salmond’s ‘colossal contribution’ to Scottish and UK ...World - The Guardian - October 13 -
Salmond’s death leaves Scottish independence cause further adrift
SNP battling multiple fronts despite John Swinney’s optimism he can win the 2026 Holyrood electionsBusiness - Financial Times - October 15 -
Scottish businessman pays for plane to bring Alex Salmond's body home
The businessman has been revealed as the private donor funding the former first minister's repatriation.Top stories - BBC News - October 17 -
Chef attracts diners from around the world with seasonal Scottish cuisine
Chef Roberta Hall McCarron was nominated GQ's Best Chef of The Year in 2023 and has competed twice on the BBC's Great British Menu. McCarron specializes in Scottish cuisine, and our Dana Jacobson ...Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
Shohei Ohtani moving down in Dodgers' batting order? Dave Roberts calls idea 'comical' ahead of NLCS Game 3
Ohtani is 0 for 19 in October with the bases emptySports - CBS Sports - October 16 -
‘Oh god I’m Sue Gray – don’t, I’m cringing’: comic Emma Sidi brings the embattled civil servant to the stage
After Starstruck and Taskmaster, the new project sees Sidi play a profane, lowbrow version of Keir Starmer’s former chief of staff. She explains why her latest comedy creation is breaking-news ...World - The Guardian - October 18 -
2024 election updates: Trump concludes MSG rally with anti-immigrant rhetoric
Donald Trump and some prominent supporters will speak at a rally at New York's Madison Square Garden.Top stories - ABC News - October 28 -
'Venom 3' slinks to $51 million, lowest opening weekend of comic book trilogy
“Venom: The Last Dance” is No. 1 at the box office, but the comic book film fell significantly short of expectations.Top stories - NBC News - October 28 -
2024 election updates: Obama criticizes comic's Puerto Rico remarks at Trump's rally
Trump criticizes the former first lady, said she made a 'big mistake' with her comments on the campaign trail.Top stories - ABC News - 6 days ago -
Quentin Tarantino Loves Joker 2, Says It's A "F*** You" To Comic Book Fans
Todd Phillips' Joker: Folie à Deux may have flopped in theaters , but it's won the heart of at least one prominent director. Quentin Tarantino has come out in support of the Joker sequel, which ...Tech - GameSpot - 6 days ago -
A comically huge fine for Google, a misshapen statue and an ancient discovery: The weekly news quiz
Test your knowledge of some of the week’s most-read stories.Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
New 960-Page DC Versus Marvel Comics Omnibus Is Already Over $40 Off At Amazon
If you miss the days when DC and Marvel superheroes regularly crossed over into each other's universes, you'll be happy to learn those epic clashes have returned thanks to a massive new ...Tech - GameSpot - 8 hours ago -
Body of Scottish independence champion Alex Salmond soon to be flown home from North Macedonia
The body of Alex Salmond, Scotland’s former first minister who died during a conference in North Macedonia, will soon be returned by special flight to ScotlandWorld - ABC News - October 14 -
Body of Scottish independence champion Alex Salmond flown home from North Macedonia
The body of former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond has been brought back to Scotland on a private jet, six days after the politician died suddenly in North MacedoniaWorld - ABC News - October 18 -
Catfish killer who abused thousands brought down by phone calls and seized devices
How does a Northern Ireland teenager end up as one of the UK's most prolific online child sex abusers?Top stories - BBC News - October 26