Melbourne's $500k AI Comedy Robot Experiment
A University of Melbourne researcher is using a $500k grant to teach a swarm of 10 robots standup comedy, starting with non-verbal humour. Can AI ever be genuinely funny?
A University of Melbourne researcher is using a $500k grant to teach a swarm of 10 robots standup comedy, starting with non-verbal humour. Can AI ever be genuinely funny?
Discover the simple steps to receive a festive card from the Prince and Princess of Wales this Christmas. Learn the correct address, posting deadlines, and essential tips to ensure your reply.
Cartoonist Becky Barnicoat predicts the festive season's most overused tropes in her 2025 Christmas Cliche Charts. Discover the satire that defines modern holiday culture.
The Public Accounts Committee will investigate taxpayer value in royal property leases, as the Crown Estate confirms the Duke of York is unlikely to receive compensation for ending his Royal Lodge lease early.
Prince Andrew stripped of final titles, joining a list of royals who struggled with the humiliation. Experts reveal the lasting impact of losing royal status.
London's iconic Trafalgar Square Christmas tree now has a witty X account, delighting followers with festive jokes. Discover the story behind this quirky tradition and its 2025 switch-on date.
A passionate gamer argues that Capcom should embrace the campy humour of its past and create a full-blown comedy Resident Evil or Dino Crisis game to innovate the industry.
Becky Barnicoat's latest Guardian cartoon explores preparing for nuclear winter with dark humour. Discover how art captures our deepest anxieties about global threats.
Discover why readers treasure the Guardian's Corrections column, featuring political humour, real ale wit, and amusing nominative determinism stories from across Britain.
New research from UK and Italian universities reveals AI's poor grasp of humour. Discover why large language models struggle with puns and cultural nuance. Read the full study.
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld explores the humorous divide between librarians and booksellers in his latest Guardian cartoon. Discover the subtle battle for literary hearts and minds.
For six years, Guardian columnist Tim Dowling has been the only man in his wife's book club. Now she sees her chance to finally remove him. Discover the hilarious marital standoff over literary insights and fine cheeses.
Experience the world premiere of Spider-Man: No Way Home's score performed live at London's Royal Albert Hall. A breathtaking fusion of cinema and orchestra.
The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the Royal Variety Performance for the first time since Kate's cancer recovery. The star-studded event featured Paddington The Musical and Jessie J.
The Royal Ballet presents an engaging triple bill featuring Cathy Marston's new work Against The Tide, alongside pieces by Justin Peck and George Balanchine. Experience dance that explores emotion and pure movement.
A major search is underway off the coast of Ireland for a missing Royal Navy crew member. Multiple agencies are involved in the rescue effort. Follow for live updates.
A couple's carefully planned lunch turns into a comedy of errors when guests fail to show. Discover how a simple misunderstanding about meal times led to an entire day in the kitchen.
Edith Pritchett's latest cartoon perfectly captures the humorous realities of late pregnancy. Discover the universal truths about the third trimester experience.
The King celebrates his 77th birthday with a royal visit to Wales, cutting a castle-shaped cake with the Queen and meeting Welsh cultural figures. Read about the monarch's special day.
King Charles celebrates his 77th birthday with royal engagements across Wales, cutting a castle-shaped cake and meeting Welsh cultural figures. Read about the monarch's special day.
In an unprecedented royal decision, King Charles has permanently removed Prince Andrew's titles and HRH style following the lingering Epstein scandal and Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir revelations.
In an unprecedented royal shake-up, Prince Andrew has been formally stripped of his military affiliations and royal patronages while losing his 'HRH' style following the settlement of the Virginia Giuffre civil case.
In a historic move, King Charles III has formally removed Prince Andrew's right to use His Royal Highness style and military affiliations, marking a decisive break following sexual assault allegations.
The King has permanently removed the Duke of York from royal duties following crisis talks at Balmoral Castle, ending Andrew's hopes of returning to public life.
The King made a startling quip about his health during a visit to a London cancer treatment centre, displaying remarkable humour amid his own cancer treatment journey.
The Duke of York faces a dramatic demotion as he loses his remaining royal military affiliations while retaining his Falklands War medal in a controversial compromise.
Guy Venables returns with another brilliant Metro daily cartoon, offering witty observations on contemporary British life that will have you nodding in agreement.
The Prince of Wales follows in his mother's footsteps with a symbolic visit to the same marble bench where Princess Diana was famously photographed alone in 1992.
The Duke of Sussex breaks his silence with a powerful new declaration about his ongoing legal battles and the royal institution's refusal to accept responsibility.
The Prince of Wales won over crowds on a Brazilian island with an impromptu cuddle session after a baby was handed to him during his royal tour.