Comedy
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The Week Unwrapped: Gene editing, joke theft and manifesting
podcast Are we on the verge of a new agricultural revolution? Why are comedians going to court? And what on earth is manifesting?
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Why has comedian Joe Lycett changed his name to Hugo Boss?
Speed Read Stand-up changes name by deed poll in protest at fashion brand's legal tactics
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Funniest jokes from the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe
Speed Read Swedish comedian Olaf Falafel beats one-liners from Milton Jones and Ivo Graham
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Billy Connolly retires: five of his greatest routines
In Depth Famed Scottish comedian reveals he'll never tour again after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2013
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Sir Ken Dodd: five little-known facts about the comedy legend, who has died aged 90
In Depth Stand-up and music-hall star was famed for charity work and the length of his shows
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Comedian Louise Reay sued by ex-husband for talking about him in Edinburgh Fringe show
In Depth Performer says she faces bankruptcy if she loses case that could boil down to judge’s sense of humour
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Trust your instincts: Bill Bailey on preparing for tour
In Depth The British comedian is about to begin a six month tour of his latest show, and finds taking risks is all part of the game
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