For a year that saw comedy clubs undergo involuntary interior renovations, comedians making cameos in courtrooms, and more ...

In the UK, new schemes to support mental health are introducing to people an unexpected skill: stand-up comedy. Mohan Gupta had never dreamed of becoming a comedian. Born in India and educated in the ...

Mohan Gupta had never dreamed of becoming a comedian. Born in India and educated in the UK, he trained as engineer and, later, a monk. "I never in my life thought I would make anyone laugh," he says.

A growing number of people in China feel their country’s future looks gloomy. Many young Chinese do not think their lives will be better than those of their parents, who enjoyed the hongli, or ...

I spent 42 years working in IT in an office. Instead of playing pickleball or traveling to Portugal like people my age, I'm launching a new career. I know it's hard to be good at comedy, but this is ...

Sometimes you have to ask yourself: How did I get here—sitting in Saudi Arabia, listening to Louis C.K. do jokes about Barely Legal magazine? Honestly, I thought it would be funny. The instant I heard ...

The debate over limits on free speech in comedy has taken an urgent, international flavor this week. Some of the biggest names in stand-up are vigorously defending their participation in the ...

Steve Harvey stands by his decision to quit stand-up comedy over ten years ago. The “Family Feud” host, 68, appeared on Tuesday’s episode of “The Pivot Podcast” and was asked what “acceptable jokes” ...

The former Talking Heads frontman dropped by 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' to do a surprise set for fans at a listening event in New York City All the world's a stage for David Byrne — ...

The schools are open, the nights are longer, and the corn has finally stopped sweating. What could it all mean? Simple, that fall is right around the corner. And with the arrival of autumn comes the ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Discover What’s Streaming On: A number of your favorite stars are teaming up to raise funds and awareness for cancer research during the 2025 Stand Up To Cancer telecast. Hosted by Sheryl Crow, the ...