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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Europe politics

Does Labour really think Trump is a better bet than the EU? | William Keegan

The article draws parallels between Sinclair Lewis's 'It Can't Happen Here' and contemporary concerns about Trump's presidency impacting democracy.
fromwww.nytimes.com
11 hours ago
US politics

Late Night Grades Trump's First 100 Days in Office

Late night hosts reflect humorously on Trump's first 100 days in office.
The comedic takes highlight the absurdities and challenges of the Trump administration's early days.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Europe politics

Does Labour really think Trump is a better bet than the EU? | William Keegan

The article draws parallels between Sinclair Lewis's 'It Can't Happen Here' and contemporary concerns about Trump's presidency impacting democracy.
fromwww.nytimes.com
11 hours ago
US politics

Late Night Grades Trump's First 100 Days in Office

Late night hosts reflect humorously on Trump's first 100 days in office.
The comedic takes highlight the absurdities and challenges of the Trump administration's early days.
more#trump-presidency
#jon-stewart
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Jon Stewart Has a Field Day Mocking Dr. Phil on ICE Raids: I Know That Little Egghead Anywhere!'

Jon Stewart comically criticized Dr. Phil for being surprised during an ICE raid, showcasing the absurdity of celebrity interactions in serious contexts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Jon Stewart on Trump's inauguration: A cycle of no accountability'

Jon Stewart humorously critiques Trump's billionaire-filled inauguration, highlighting the absurdity of powerful figures gathering at a politically charged event.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
US politics

Jon Stewart Mocks Trump's First 100 Days in White House With White Beard: I'm So Tired'

Jon Stewart humorously critiques Trump's first 100 days, calling it chaotic while juxtaposing it with Trump's claims of unprecedented success.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Just So F*cking Weird!' Jon Stewart Rips Trump's Embarrassingly Sycophantic' Cabinet Members

Jon Stewart critiques President Trump for his authoritarian tendencies and the lavishness of his administration, highlighting bizarre sycophancy from cabinet members.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Jon Stewart Has a Field Day Mocking Dr. Phil on ICE Raids: I Know That Little Egghead Anywhere!'

Jon Stewart comically criticized Dr. Phil for being surprised during an ICE raid, showcasing the absurdity of celebrity interactions in serious contexts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Jon Stewart on Trump's inauguration: A cycle of no accountability'

Jon Stewart humorously critiques Trump's billionaire-filled inauguration, highlighting the absurdity of powerful figures gathering at a politically charged event.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
US politics

Jon Stewart Mocks Trump's First 100 Days in White House With White Beard: I'm So Tired'

Jon Stewart humorously critiques Trump's first 100 days, calling it chaotic while juxtaposing it with Trump's claims of unprecedented success.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Just So F*cking Weird!' Jon Stewart Rips Trump's Embarrassingly Sycophantic' Cabinet Members

Jon Stewart critiques President Trump for his authoritarian tendencies and the lavishness of his administration, highlighting bizarre sycophancy from cabinet members.
more#jon-stewart
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
SF politics

Senate GOP group invites Democrats to take 'one-way' trip to El Salvador in mock travel ad

NRSC mocks Democrats with a satirical travel ad portraying a meeting with an alleged MS-13 member as a tourism promotion.
#comedy
NYC startup
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Mike Myers debuts Elon Musk impersonation in SNL cold open

SNL's cold opening humorously parodied a tense Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump, J.D. Vance, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, featuring a special appearance by Mike Myers as Elon Musk.
US politics
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

"Real Time With Bill Maher" Addressed the Limits of Satire

Political satire faces challenges as reality often eclipses comedy, particularly with sensitive topics.
Bill Maher discusses the absurdity of recent news and the impact on comedians.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Stephen Colbert Skewers Dems' Dissent During Trump Address But Approved One Act of Protest

Stephen Colbert humorously critiques Democrats' silent protests against Trump's address, highlighting the absurdity of their symbolic gestures.
NYC startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

'SNL' mocks Trump-Zelenskyy White House meeting, interrupted by a chainsaw-wielding Elon Musk

Mike Myers debuted as Elon Musk on SNL, adding a humorous twist to political satire.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

SNL' Pokes Fun at Trump's Tariffs and Economy Chaos in Easter Cold Open

SNL revives a classic sketch featuring Trump interrupting a biblical re-enactment, merging humor with political commentary on economic issues.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

'Twain hated bullies.' Conan O'Brien receives Mark Twain Prize at the Kennedy Center

Conan O'Brien's acceptance of the Mark Twain Prize highlighted the intersection of comedy and serious societal issues.
The evening showcased a blend of humor, tension, and political commentary surrounding the current socio-political climate.
NYC startup
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Mike Myers debuts Elon Musk impersonation in SNL cold open

SNL's cold opening humorously parodied a tense Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump, J.D. Vance, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, featuring a special appearance by Mike Myers as Elon Musk.
US politics
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

"Real Time With Bill Maher" Addressed the Limits of Satire

Political satire faces challenges as reality often eclipses comedy, particularly with sensitive topics.
Bill Maher discusses the absurdity of recent news and the impact on comedians.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Stephen Colbert Skewers Dems' Dissent During Trump Address But Approved One Act of Protest

Stephen Colbert humorously critiques Democrats' silent protests against Trump's address, highlighting the absurdity of their symbolic gestures.
NYC startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

'SNL' mocks Trump-Zelenskyy White House meeting, interrupted by a chainsaw-wielding Elon Musk

Mike Myers debuted as Elon Musk on SNL, adding a humorous twist to political satire.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

SNL' Pokes Fun at Trump's Tariffs and Economy Chaos in Easter Cold Open

SNL revives a classic sketch featuring Trump interrupting a biblical re-enactment, merging humor with political commentary on economic issues.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

'Twain hated bullies.' Conan O'Brien receives Mark Twain Prize at the Kennedy Center

Conan O'Brien's acceptance of the Mark Twain Prize highlighted the intersection of comedy and serious societal issues.
The evening showcased a blend of humor, tension, and political commentary surrounding the current socio-political climate.
more#comedy
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Watch Elizabeth Warren's Reaction When Trump Calls Her Pocahontas' in Joint Address

Sen. Warren clapped at Trump’s remarks during his address, reflecting the Democrats' mixed response to his stance on Ukraine.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Stephen Colbert on Trump's speech: Filled with useful lies and applauded by useless idiots'

Stephen Colbert humorously critiqued Trump's address to Congress, using satire to highlight the Democrats' protests and Trump's controversial claims.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

HUD TVs Hacked to Play Video of Trump Kissing Musk's Feet

An A.I.-generated video mocking Trump was broadcasted in HUD headquarters, causing confusion among staff trying to stop it.
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
3 months ago

Lin-Manuel Miranda Crashes SNL Cold Open As Alexander Hamilton

Lin-Manuel Miranda made a surprise appearance on SNL, rapping as Hamilton, highlighting themes of leadership and democracy.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

We Now Know the Source': Trump Shares Meme Depicting Jersey Drones as Chris Christie Fast Food Delivery

Trump used a meme to humorously implicate Christie in drone sightings over New Jersey.
The meme reflects the long-standing conflict between Trump and Christie, highlighting personal and political tensions.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Michael Moore Thanks Fans For Turning Trump's Mouth and Face' Into Literal Butthole' In Bizarre Portrait Contest: Truly Impressive'

Michael Moore's Trump portrait contest drew over 1,000 creative and humorous submissions, often transforming the president's mouth into a butthole.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Watch Elizabeth Warren's Reaction When Trump Calls Her Pocahontas' in Joint Address

Sen. Warren clapped at Trump’s remarks during his address, reflecting the Democrats' mixed response to his stance on Ukraine.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Stephen Colbert on Trump's speech: Filled with useful lies and applauded by useless idiots'

Stephen Colbert humorously critiqued Trump's address to Congress, using satire to highlight the Democrats' protests and Trump's controversial claims.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

HUD TVs Hacked to Play Video of Trump Kissing Musk's Feet

An A.I.-generated video mocking Trump was broadcasted in HUD headquarters, causing confusion among staff trying to stop it.
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
3 months ago

Lin-Manuel Miranda Crashes SNL Cold Open As Alexander Hamilton

Lin-Manuel Miranda made a surprise appearance on SNL, rapping as Hamilton, highlighting themes of leadership and democracy.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

We Now Know the Source': Trump Shares Meme Depicting Jersey Drones as Chris Christie Fast Food Delivery

Trump used a meme to humorously implicate Christie in drone sightings over New Jersey.
The meme reflects the long-standing conflict between Trump and Christie, highlighting personal and political tensions.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Michael Moore Thanks Fans For Turning Trump's Mouth and Face' Into Literal Butthole' In Bizarre Portrait Contest: Truly Impressive'

Michael Moore's Trump portrait contest drew over 1,000 creative and humorous submissions, often transforming the president's mouth into a butthole.
more#donald-trump
#snl
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Mike Myers channels Dr. Evil for 2nd appearance as Elon Musk on 'Saturday Night Live'

Mike Myers' impersonation of Elon Musk humorously critiques the billionaire's political influence.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

S.N.L.' Imagines an Oval Office Meeting With Trump, Rubio and Musk

SNL humorously depicts an imaginary peace-making meeting between Elon Musk and Marco Rubio amidst political tensions.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

S.N.L.': Call the Musical Guest by the Guest Host's Name

Lin-Manuel Miranda's performance as Hamilton highlighted themes of equality and liberty, intertwined with Trumpian satire.
The SNL sketch creatively merged historical themes with contemporary political commentary.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Humor

'Fully self-vandalizing': 'SNL' skewers Musk in latest cold opener

Elon Musk's immense wealth doesn't shield him from public ridicule, as demonstrated by his portrayal on SNL.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Mike Myers channels Dr. Evil for 2nd appearance as Elon Musk on 'Saturday Night Live'

Mike Myers' impersonation of Elon Musk humorously critiques the billionaire's political influence.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

S.N.L.' Imagines an Oval Office Meeting With Trump, Rubio and Musk

SNL humorously depicts an imaginary peace-making meeting between Elon Musk and Marco Rubio amidst political tensions.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

S.N.L.': Call the Musical Guest by the Guest Host's Name

Lin-Manuel Miranda's performance as Hamilton highlighted themes of equality and liberty, intertwined with Trumpian satire.
The SNL sketch creatively merged historical themes with contemporary political commentary.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Humor

'Fully self-vandalizing': 'SNL' skewers Musk in latest cold opener

Elon Musk's immense wealth doesn't shield him from public ridicule, as demonstrated by his portrayal on SNL.
more#snl
#trump-administration
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

WHCD Amber Ruffin

The White House Correspondents' Association fired Amber Ruffin, ending its traditional comedy segment at the annual dinner.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

Kimmel on Signalgate': A perfect storm of incompetence, inexperience, dishonesty and hypocrisy'

Late-night hosts criticized the Trump administration's response to a Signal chat leak and highlighted incompetence and hypocrisy.
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

WHCD Amber Ruffin

The White House Correspondents' Association fired Amber Ruffin, ending its traditional comedy segment at the annual dinner.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

Kimmel on Signalgate': A perfect storm of incompetence, inexperience, dishonesty and hypocrisy'

Late-night hosts criticized the Trump administration's response to a Signal chat leak and highlighted incompetence and hypocrisy.
more#trump-administration
#bill-maher
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Don't Get Any in Your Hair': Bill Maher Absolutely Roasts Politicians Eating the A**' of Trump

Bill Maher criticized Republican politicians for their extreme allegiance to Trump, likening it to a troubling form of devotion.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago
US politics

Bill Maher Debated Swing States and Sex Work

Bill Maher showcased the absurdity of political discussions while addressing serious issues, particularly through humor and candid exchanges with guests.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bill Maher Mocks Trump Assassination Attempt, Staged Theory

Bill Maher criticized conspiracy theories regarding the assassination attempt on Trump, underscoring the absurdity while also attacking both Trump and Democrats.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Don't Get Any in Your Hair': Bill Maher Absolutely Roasts Politicians Eating the A**' of Trump

Bill Maher criticized Republican politicians for their extreme allegiance to Trump, likening it to a troubling form of devotion.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago
US politics

Bill Maher Debated Swing States and Sex Work

Bill Maher showcased the absurdity of political discussions while addressing serious issues, particularly through humor and candid exchanges with guests.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bill Maher Mocks Trump Assassination Attempt, Staged Theory

Bill Maher criticized conspiracy theories regarding the assassination attempt on Trump, underscoring the absurdity while also attacking both Trump and Democrats.
more#bill-maher
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Inside France: Playground politicians, French unions and a banana split

Recent France-US tensions have devolved into childish exchanges, highlighting the decline in serious discourse around historical events.
#cultural-commentary
fromwww.newyorker.com
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Updated Kennedy Center 2025 Schedule

The lineup features a provocative mix of events that blend entertainment with controversial political themes.
fromVulture
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Kieran Culkin's Tonight Show Audition Won Late Night This Week

Late-night television addresses today's complex cultural landscape, merging banality with significance through celebrity and political discourse.
fromwww.newyorker.com
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Updated Kennedy Center 2025 Schedule

The lineup features a provocative mix of events that blend entertainment with controversial political themes.
fromVulture
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Kieran Culkin's Tonight Show Audition Won Late Night This Week

Late-night television addresses today's complex cultural landscape, merging banality with significance through celebrity and political discourse.
more#cultural-commentary
#jd-vance
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Internet Is Doing Weird Things to J. D. Vance's Face

Memes portraying Vice President JD Vance as a cartoonish character are going viral across both left and right political spectrums.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
US politics

Why weird JD Vance memes have taken over the internet

A divisive Oval Office exchange has surprisingly united internet users through a meme associated with JD Vance's comments during Zelenskyy's visit.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

There are 1,000 grotesque memes of JD Vance and they're all more likable than the real thing | Marina Hyde

The term 'Backpfeifengesicht' describes a face that deserves to be slapped, exemplified humorously by JD Vance's distorted public persona.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Internet Is Doing Weird Things to J. D. Vance's Face

Memes portraying Vice President JD Vance as a cartoonish character are going viral across both left and right political spectrums.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why weird JD Vance memes have taken over the internet

A divisive Oval Office exchange has surprisingly united internet users through a meme associated with JD Vance's comments during Zelenskyy's visit.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

There are 1,000 grotesque memes of JD Vance and they're all more likable than the real thing | Marina Hyde

The term 'Backpfeifengesicht' describes a face that deserves to be slapped, exemplified humorously by JD Vance's distorted public persona.
more#jd-vance
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Trump Was Always Going to Betray Veterans

Military service assures citizenship in a satirical fascist regime, echoing real-world issues regarding veteran benefits and political rhetoric.
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago
Germany politics

IN PICTURES: The wildest 'Rosenmontag' floats at this year's Carnival in Germany

Rosenmontag celebration features elaborate parades and satirical floats targeting politicians and current events in Germany.
#trump
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
US news

The inside story of how President Trump came to name the 'Gulf of America'

Trump proposed renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America as part of his Day 1 agenda, showcasing a unique aspect of his presidency.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Chicago

The Governor Of Illinois Is Trolling Donald Trump By Renaming The Great Lakes

Governor JB Pritzker humorously renamed Lake Michigan to Lake Illinois, mocking President Trump's recent geographical changes and decisions.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

The inside story of how President Trump came to name the 'Gulf of America'

Trump proposed renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America as part of his Day 1 agenda, showcasing a unique aspect of his presidency.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Chicago

The Governor Of Illinois Is Trolling Donald Trump By Renaming The Great Lakes

Governor JB Pritzker humorously renamed Lake Michigan to Lake Illinois, mocking President Trump's recent geographical changes and decisions.
more#trump
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

John Oliver crashes Jon Stewart's 'Daily Show' monologue to welcome America to its 'monarchy era'

John Oliver humorously critiques America's political shift, likening it to a monarchy, during his surprise return to 'The Daily Show.'
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Chelsea

Chelsea Handler Compares Melania Trump To A Prostitute At Critics Choice Awards

Chelsea Handler humorously suggested that Melania Trump could be portrayed as a sex worker in an upcoming biopic.
#late-night-comedy
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Colbert on Trump's Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth: A slight work problem when he shows up at drinking'

Comedians addressed allegations against Pete Hegseth's alcohol use at Fox News and criticized reactions to Joe Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Late Night Weighs In on the World's Dumbest Trade War'

Jimmy Kimmel and other late-night hosts mock Trump's tariffs as a ploy with Canada and Mexico, dubbing it the 'world's dumbest trade war.'
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Colbert on Trump's Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth: A slight work problem when he shows up at drinking'

Comedians addressed allegations against Pete Hegseth's alcohol use at Fox News and criticized reactions to Joe Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Late Night Weighs In on the World's Dumbest Trade War'

Jimmy Kimmel and other late-night hosts mock Trump's tariffs as a ploy with Canada and Mexico, dubbing it the 'world's dumbest trade war.'
more#late-night-comedy
fromVulture
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hailey Gates Goes Full Silly With Atropia

Hailey Gates' Atropia humorously critiques the absurdities of U.S. military training and rom-com tropes through satire.
The film's protagonist, Fayruz, encapsulates political satire with her comedic, self-assured antics.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

Rise of Chris Philp tests the limits of the Peter principle

Chris Philp's political career showcases the absurdity of mediocrity thriving in government.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Man who wrote anti-Starmer song Freezing This Christmas sacked' by BBC

The article highlights the conflict between political expression and journalistic impartiality at the BBC, as evidenced by Chris Middleton's dismissal.
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Danish King Makes Greenland Larger on Coat of Arms as Possible Retort to Trump

President Biden attracts significant trolling due to his reactions to policies and honors given to controversial figures.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Morning Joe Crew Mock Panicked' Joni Ernst Cornered in Elevator by Press Over Pete Hegseth Support

Ernst struggled to articulate her support for Trump's nominee, prompting mockery on MSNBC's Morning Joe. Humor highlighted the media's relentless questioning tactics.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

You can judge someone by their enemies. I write for the Guardian because it has all the right ones | Arwa Mahdawi

The future under Elon Musk's presidency forewarns of a techno-authoritarian era where human rights and press freedoms are in serious jeopardy.
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