Stand-up comedy is sweeping Vietnam’s largest city, often called Saigon, with locals braving open-mic nights in the city’s hippest cafes and bars.
Tag: Comedy and Humor
Blackface, Staple of Arab Comedy, Faces Surge of Criticism
The racist comedy trope, unacceptable in the West, is alive and well in mainstream Arab media.
Seven Australians You Should Be Reading About
Love fascinating profiles? Of course you do. Here’s a list for the weekend.
Yasuhiro Takemoto, Anime Director, Died in Kyoto Arson Attack
The director, who was known for his fantastical yet relatable work, was finally confirmed dead after weeks of confusion.
John Cleese Suggests London Isn’t ‘Really an English City’
Those who found a post from the comedian disturbing included Mayor Sadiq Khan of London. “Londoners know that our diversity is our greatest strength,” he said.
You Can Make a Treadmill From These Common Household Items (but Don’t)
Internet users are posting videos of themselves exercising using nothing more than soap, water, a slick hard floor and maybe a lack of common sense.
Letter 97: Your Autumn Guide to Australia, From The New York Times (and Friends)
What to eat, drink, watch, read and see as summer says goodbye.
5 Brexit Blunders: From David Cameron’s Hum to Theresa May’s Jam
A collection of Brexit slip-ups that make British politics look a bit like satire.