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Washington Post cartoonist resigns over paper’s refusal to publish satirical cartoon of Bezos and Trump
1 week ago

Washington Post cartoonist resigns over paper’s refusal to publish satirical cartoon of Bezos and Trump

CNN  

New York CNN — Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Ann Telnaes announced Friday she had resigned from The Washington Post after the newspaper refused to publish a satirical cartoon depicting billionaire Post owner Jeff Bezos on bended knee in front of President-elect Donald Trump. Until now.” The cartoon depicted Bezos, Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg and OpenAI chief Sam Altman on their knees, …

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‘Dangerous Wedding’ card is leaving internet in stitches. ‘Beedi Kumari weds Cancer Kumar’
2 weeks, 3 days ago

‘Dangerous Wedding’ card is leaving internet in stitches. ‘Beedi Kumari weds Cancer Kumar’

Hindustan Times  

A wedding invitation is making waves on social media, not for its grandeur but for its unique and humorous approach. It goes on to feature a list of strange and cryptic phrases such as “Amangal Gutkha Khadyaam,” “Dukhamankam,” and “Sarvavyasanam,” which parody the language of traditional wedding cards. The bride is referred to as “Unfortunate-Bidi Kumari alias Cigarette Devi,” the …

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IFFK 2024: ‘Feminichi Fathima’ is a satirical take on patriarchy
3 weeks, 3 days ago

IFFK 2024: ‘Feminichi Fathima’ is a satirical take on patriarchy

The Hindu  

A few years ago the Malayalam lexicon got a new word, feminichi, a slur for a feminist or a woman with an opinion. Fasil Muhammed presents the term in a new light with his directorial debut, Feminichi Fathima, which premiered at the ongoing International Film Festival of Kerala in the competition section. It is all about updating oneself with the …

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Fact Check: Viral Claim That Jimmy Kimmel Show Is Ending In Jan 2025 Is False And Stems From Satire
1 month ago

Fact Check: Viral Claim That Jimmy Kimmel Show Is Ending In Jan 2025 Is False And Stems From Satire

ABP News  

The Verdict The claim stems from a satirical article published in November. The claim A satirical website first published the claim that American comedian Jimmy Kimmel's show is to end permanently on January 20, 2025 — the day of Donald Trump's inauguration as president. One account posted a graphic on Facebook on November 26, with side-by-side photographs of Kimmel and …

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Fact Check: Elon Musk Hasn't Blocked Disney's Pride Content On X. Here's The Actual Context
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Fact Check: Elon Musk Hasn't Blocked Disney's Pride Content On X. Here's The Actual Context

ABP News  

The viral claim that Elon Musk blocked Disney's Pride content on X stems from satire but has been shared on social media without proper context. Another Facebook user posted the image with the caption, "WOKE' isn't for kids, according to Elon Musk, who blocks Disney's Pride content on X." We also found the claim circulating on Bluesky, where one user …

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Texas judge halts The Onion's winning bid for Alex Jones' Infowars network; 'I personally don't care…'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Texas judge halts The Onion's winning bid for Alex Jones' Infowars network; 'I personally don't care…'

Hindustan Times  

A Texas judge halted The Onion's successful bid for conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' Infowars network due to concerns regarding the process of bidding and what the provocateur refers to as a “rigged, fake auction.” Alex Jones has been furious about the exact procedure since the satirical news site's winning bid was revealed on Thursday. The judge stated that “nobody should …

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'I needed this news': The Onion spurs tears of laughter with Infowars takeover
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'I needed this news': The Onion spurs tears of laughter with Infowars takeover

Raw Story  

The Onion is making Americans cry tears of laughter over its "revenge" on Alex Jones. News that the satirical news site had purchased the Sandy Hook conspiracy theorist's media platform Infowars — with backing from the families he was found liable for defaming in a $1.4 billion lawsuit — spurred hilarity and joy on social media Thursday. Michaels was not …

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Satirical news firm The Onion buys conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' Infowars in auction
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Satirical news firm The Onion buys conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' Infowars in auction

Hindustan Times  

The Onion, the satirical news company which used to mock conspiracy theorist Alex Jones through its content, has acquired the latter's media empire, including the far-right website InfoWars. InfoWars, the conspiracy website, used to serve as Jones' main platform. The proceeds from the sale of the company will be used to pay Jones' creditors, including the families of the victims …

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Satirical News Outlet The Onion Buys Alex Jones' Infowars At Auction
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Satirical News Outlet The Onion Buys Alex Jones' Infowars At Auction

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Alex Jones’ Infowars conspiracy theory media empire was bought by satirical news organization The Onion, the company reported Thursday. Ben Collins, chief executive at The Onion’s parent company, Global Tetrahedron, said on social media that Infowars was bought with the blessing of the Sandy Hook families affected by Jones’ misinformation campaign. Chris Mattei, attorney for the Connecticut …

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Trump's GOTV chief apparently duped as he praises satirical 'Garbage Force One' routine​
2 months, 1 week ago

Trump's GOTV chief apparently duped as he praises satirical 'Garbage Force One' routine​

Raw Story  

Far-right youth activist Charlie Kirk flubbed on Thursday, mistaking a liberal comedian for a garbage truck driver who helped former President Donald Trump carry out his latest campaign stunt in Wisconsin. Trump's appearance in a garbage truck, which received widespread mockery on social media, was meant to be a retort to President Joe Biden's comments in response to Puerto Rico …

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It's not just D.C.: Satirical Trump statues are appearing in cities across the U.S.
2 months, 1 week ago

It's not just D.C.: Satirical Trump statues are appearing in cities across the U.S.

NPR  

It's not just D.C.: Satirical Trump statues are appearing in cities across the U.S. toggle caption Caroline Gutman/The Washington Post via Getty Images Divisive statues mocking former President Donald Trump aren’t just sprouting up in Washington, D.C.: Similar structures have spread to other cities in recent days. Its plaque explains that it honors the “brave men and women who broke …

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A Face in the Crowd, review: Elvis Costello’s satirical musical isn’t extreme enough to skewer Trump
3 months, 2 weeks ago

A Face in the Crowd, review: Elvis Costello’s satirical musical isn’t extreme enough to skewer Trump

The Independent  

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Visual humorist’s satirical symphony
5 months ago

Visual humorist’s satirical symphony

New Indian Express  

HYDERABAD: When a person tells jokes on stage, they’re called a comedian. If you have a good sense of humour, the paintings featured in the ‘Satirical Symphony’ show, curated by Annapurna M and Kiran K Mohan, are sure to delight you with their wit. Rajeswara Rao’s distinctive approach not only entertains but also offers insightful commentary on the human condition, …

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How to save 100% income tax? Karnataka man’s satirical video for salaried class is viral
5 months, 2 weeks ago

How to save 100% income tax? Karnataka man’s satirical video for salaried class is viral

Hindustan Times  

A Karnataka man’s satirical video on how to save income tax has gone viral online. Shrinidhi Hande's 'grass hack' for saving income tax is viral In his satire video, Hande explained how salaried professionals can save 100% income tax by selling grass to their employers. “In this video, I will tell you how to save 100 per cent on income …

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Jimmy Carter isn't dead, says Carter Center on satirical letter
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Jimmy Carter isn't dead, says Carter Center on satirical letter

India Today  

A fabricated letter claiming that the 39th US President, Jimmy Carter, passed away on July 23, 2024, surfaced online, sparking widespread rumours about his death. However, the Carter Center has confirmed that the letter is false, and Jimmy Carter remains alive. The letter, which surfaced online at the top reads, "The Office of Jimmy Carter” and is dated July 23, …

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Mark Humphries responds to uproar over his new Channel Seven News comedy segment: 'I was panicking'
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Mark Humphries responds to uproar over his new Channel Seven News comedy segment: 'I was panicking'

Daily Mail  

Mark Humphries has spoken out after being slammed for his new comedy skit on Channel Seven News. It comes after Australians have threatened to boycott Channel Seven after the network debuted a new satirical segment hosted by Humphries. Mark Humphries has spoken out after being slammed for his new comedy skit on Channel Seven News Humphries chose to crack several …

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Dermatologist's satirical reels go viral, garnering millions of views
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Dermatologist's satirical reels go viral, garnering millions of views

New Indian Express  

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, welcome aboard the Dindigo Airlines flight to Jamnagar. That is only allowed for Indian politicians,” Anil Abraham’s take on billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s son, Anant’s pre-wedding celebrations went viral garnering two million views on Instagram. Abraham, a dermatologist, who posts as @docanilabe on Instagram, says, “I began posting reels during the pandemic. Another reel which …

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Ariel's #ShareTheLoad: Spotlighting the Mental Burden on Women with #HomeTeam
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Ariel's #ShareTheLoad: Spotlighting the Mental Burden on Women with #HomeTeam

The Quint  

A woman often finds herself juggling two full-time jobs—one at the office and another at home. Ariel's #ShareTheLoad movement has been advocating this cause for almost a decade now, promoting the idea of a balanced household where household responsibilities are shared equally. Furthermore, men frequently phone their wives to inquire about the whereabouts of household items, asking questions like, 'Where …

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Robert Irwin looks downcast at Brisbane Airport as he's seen for the first time after he threatened to sue Pauline Hanson over satirical cartoon
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Robert Irwin looks downcast at Brisbane Airport as he's seen for the first time after he threatened to sue Pauline Hanson over satirical cartoon

Daily Mail  

Robert Irwin arrived back home in Australia on Saturday after threating to sue Pauline Hanson over a satirical cartoon. Robert Irwin arrived back home in Australia on Saturday after threating to sue Pauline Hanson over a satirical cartoon The conservationist, 20, was accompanied by his mother, Terri Irwin, as he touched down at Brisbane Airport Senator Hanson's 'Please Explain' animated …

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Gold and gunfire: Italian artist Cattelan’s latest satirical work is a bullet-riddled golden wall
7 months ago

Gold and gunfire: Italian artist Cattelan’s latest satirical work is a bullet-riddled golden wall

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The first thing that strikes you, arriving in the gallery that houses artist Maurizio Cattelan’s latest satirical work, is the gleam. “It’s beautiful, but also there’s that sort of violence behind it, which is interesting because you’re not sure how to react to it,” said Brent Koskimaki, visiting recently from Calgary, Canada. But we also turn away …

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Gold and gunfire: Italian artist Cattelan's latest satirical work is a bullet-riddled golden wall
7 months ago

Gold and gunfire: Italian artist Cattelan's latest satirical work is a bullet-riddled golden wall

The Independent  

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Review: ‘The American Society of Magical Negroes’ is too timid to land any satirical blows
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Review: ‘The American Society of Magical Negroes’ is too timid to land any satirical blows

LA Times  

As provocatively titled as it is, “The American Society of Magical Negroes,” the first feature from actor turned writer-director Kobi Libii, is neither the regressive atrocity that early online commentators feared nor the hard-hitting satire of systemic racism it may have intended to be. Libii’s debut lacks the potency of Boots Riley’s off-the-rails “Sorry to Bother You,” Jordan Peele’s chilling …

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'You are soaked in blood:' This horror movie satire declares 'Here's Katie Britt!'
10 months ago

'You are soaked in blood:' This horror movie satire declares 'Here's Katie Britt!'

Raw Story  

Sen. Katie Britt’s rebuttal to President Joe Biden’s State of the Union may have lots of people looking forward to the next episode of Saturday Night Live — but the Washington Post’s Alexandra Petri is sitting back and waiting for the horror movie. Petri’s satirical take everyone is jumping to satirize is more reminiscent of “Get Out” than one might …

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Rockstar Games' GTA 6 portrays a satirical canvas of Miami
1 year, 1 month ago

Rockstar Games' GTA 6 portrays a satirical canvas of Miami

Hindustan Times  

South Florida, a region synonymous with sun-drenched beaches and a vibrant nightlife, has always been a place of allure and mystique. Messi, the football maestro often donned in the striking flamingo pink of his team Inter Miami’s colours, brought his athletic brilliance to the city. Basketball superstar LeBron James encapsulated the public’s reaction with a single word in his tweet: …

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