Dark history behind Punch & Judy shows and why puppet has pointy chin
Punch and Judy shows are a British seaside staple, but Mr Punch's big nose and pointy chin may have a dark medical explanation: acromegaly, a hormonal disorder.
Category : Comedy
Kelvin Fletcher emotional as cow Ruby bonds with calf Ray
Kelvin Fletcher and his family mark an emotional milestone as cow Ruby finally bonds with calf Ray on Fletcher's Family Farm, after a tricky start to motherhood.
Comedian brings Fringe 'wee flavour' to Glasgow station
Award-winning comedian Rosco McClelland will perform quick-fire sets at a pop-up venue at Glasgow Queen Street station on Saturday, offering a 'wee flavour' of the Fringe.
Robson Green wraps filming on The Northumbria Mysteries
Robson Green confirms production has wrapped on his new crime series The Northumbria Mysteries, set in Northumberland, as Grantchester prepares to end after series 11.
Scottish pub slammed for 'worst pint ever' by blogger
A travel blogger rated a Guinness at The Gretna Inn in Dumfries and Galloway zero out of 10, calling it the worst tasting pint she has ever had in Scotland.
Vogue Williams slams Anthony Kiedis over age-gap romance
Vogue Williams has criticised Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis for dating a 19-year-old when he was 50, calling him 'really disappointing' on her podcast.
Soho Italian restaurant 40 Dean Street review: a slice of Italy
40 Dean Street, a family-run Soho Italian, offers cosy decor, handmade pasta, and a relaxed vibe that feels like a mini escape from London, according to a review.
Comedian performs Edinburgh show blind after emergency surgery
Stand-up comedian Friz Frizzle performed their Edinburgh Fringe show blind just four hours after emergency eye surgery, following a bleed in their eye.
Welsh teen in China crash: parents at bedside
Parents of Dyfan Hughes, 18, from Llangollen, have rushed to his bedside in China after he was hit by a lorry during a 6,000-mile charity bike ride. He is in hospital with head, neck and leg injuries.
Amanda Knox's Cartwheel Review: Rookie Standup Tells Her Story
Amanda Knox's debut stand-up show 'Cartwheel' reviews her acquittal and tells her story, blending humour and trauma.
Corrie Fans Recognise Richie Actor from Hollyoaks
Coronation Street viewers recognise newcomer Richie as actor Nathan Sussex, known for playing Buster Smith in Hollyoaks from 2018 to 2021.
Slaley Show marks 164th year with pony fancy dress
Slaley Show in Northumberland returned for its 164th year, featuring pony fancy dress competitions with themes like Wizard of Oz and Minions.
Tiger balm mix-up leads to painful bedroom mishap
A man accidentally used tiger balm instead of lube during a midnight encounter, causing searing pain. The couple's sex life had dwindled due to life stressors, and this incident became a memorable turning point.
Vintage Baby Names Still Popular 100 Years On
New analysis reveals vintage baby names like Lily and Arthur remain popular 100 years later, with almost a quarter of top names from 1924 still chosen today.
Poll: Which Axed Netflix Show Deserves a Comeback?
Netflix viewers can vote on which cancelled series they want back, after Beauty in Black got a surprise fourth season renewal.
Murder 24/7 airs brutal double-episode special tonight
Murder 24/7 returns to BBC One tonight with a brutal two-part special on a 2025 Hereford murder. Fans of 24 Hours in Police Custody will be gripped.
Ex-Premier Star Blocks £113m Real Madrid Transfer
Max Gradel's FIFA complaint over representation rights throws Yan Diomande's £113m Real Madrid move into doubt, with the club furious at Roc Nation.
Frank Skinner Opens Roundhouse Comedy Festival
Frank Skinner opened the Roundhouse Comedy Festival with a 40-minute classic set, joking about being 69 and landing the night's biggest laugh.
Steve Martin cancels two US shows after positive Covid test
Steve Martin cancels two US tour dates after testing positive for Covid-19, the second such postponement this year.
Katherine Ryan: 'You needed me to lift your shame'
Canadian comedian Katherine Ryan reflects on her UK career, feminism, glamour, and sharing secrets in a new interview.
Late-Night Hosts Offer Alternative Roasts Ahead of Trump's First Correspondents' Dinner
Kimmel, Colbert and Meyers mock Trump ahead of the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where no comedian will perform.
Mr Bigstuff finale serves up carvery and marital shock
Mr Bigstuff's season finale airs tonight with a double bill, following a shocking marital betrayal that leads Glen, Kirsty and Lee to a carvery.
Fringe 2026 comedy picks: best new acts and SNL UK stars
Andy Beill's picks for the Edinburgh Fringe 2026 comedy programme: best new acts, SNL UK stars, returning 2025 shows and old favourites to catch
Edinburgh Fringe 2026: Expert Guide for First-Timers
Seasoned Fringe-goer Andy Beill shares expert tips for first-timers at Edinburgh Fringe 2026: when to go, booking tickets, eating, drinking and finding acts.
Chicken Shop Date host Amelia Dimoldenberg in talks for Apple TV series
Amelia Dimoldenberg, host of YouTube hit Chicken Shop Date, is reportedly in talks to lead a standalone Apple TV series.
Joe Pasquale unmasked as Beat The Chasers' Maverick after intense training with The Chase elite
Joe Pasquale reveals the harsh advice he received from The Chase stars after his debut as The Maverick on Beat The Chasers.
Amanda Knox says Kercher would have found Fringe show funny
Amanda Knox says Meredith Kercher would have found her new stand-up show Cartwheel funny, but a family lawyer calls it offensive and deplorable.
Amanda Knox to Do Edinburgh Fringe Comedy About Kercher Case
Amanda Knox will perform a stand-up comedy show at Edinburgh Fringe about her wrongful imprisonment over Meredith Kercher's murder; relatives call it offensive.
Amanda Knox to Perform Stand-Up Comedy at Edinburgh Fringe
Amanda Knox will perform a stand-up comedy show about her wrongful imprisonment at the Edinburgh Fringe, following the murder of Meredith Kercher.
Woman Realizes Cat Had Her Back After Ex Reaction
A woman realized her cat's intuition was right after seeing footage of Cleo hissing at her ex-boyfriend during a pet visit. The viral TikTok clip shows the feline's defensive reaction.
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