Jimmy Carr under fire for 'abhorrent' joke
Comedian addressed the comments in his new Netflix special amid public backlash.
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Miley Cyrus leaves Pete Davidson squirming over Kim K rumours
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Traffic light framework? What colour is this? This is a scandal!
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'Childish': Dave Chappelle slammed during a Q&A at his former school
The comedian continues to face backlash after his Netflix special "The Closer".
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Karl Puschmann: Dave Chappelle's new special proves he just doesn't get it
The Closer is a rare self-inflicted KO from the GOAT of comedy.
International auction of Wellington Paranormal items hoped to push Jemima Gazley legacy to $1m
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Celeste Barber bringing the laughs to NZ in 2022
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'Algorithm cult': Comedian blasts Netflix
Comedian criticises Netflix after it tried to use her to defend against transphobia claims
Listen to this adorable 4yo calling NZ police inviting them to see his toys
The boy called 111 to show police his cool toys. Police dutifully obliged.
Netflix backs Chappelle despite criticism over trans remarks
Special to remain on Netflix despite comedian's remarks about the transgender community.
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Horsing around: Man taunts drivers queuing for petrol in UK
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Can't beat it on a good day: Wellington's weekend events filling up under new capacity rules
Remember to wear your mask and scan in to every venue you visit.
Bring on the laughs: 7 Days Live returning for 13-town tour
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Mum's hilarious Zoom fail goes viral
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Viral video call over Covid restrictions ruined by naked dad
A dad walked into a video call fully exposing himself to his shocked son.
'Spread your legs' merchandise on sale after Chris Hipkins' slip-up
The last two Covid pressers have led to many memes — and even merchandise.
Karl Puschmann: Zombies, ahoy! The perfect show to watch this lockdown
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Comedian Sean Lock dies
Bill Bailey and Jimmy Carr were among those who paid tribute to the comedian.
800-year-old X-rated hidden carving exposed in church ceiling
Carving of man, nicknamed "Seamus O'Toole", believed to have been created in 15th century.
Money Talks: Jason Hoyte on surviving as a performer - 'I never had a Plan B'
Podcast: Hauraki's Jason Hoyte talks about his attitudes to money and finance.
Teacher left 'awkward' at student's note
A teacher has shared the "embarrassing" discovery he made after a student left him a note.
Pioneering comedian Jackie Mason dies aged 93
The Tony and Emmy award-winning comedian "died peacefully in his sleep".
PM comes face to face with her 'heavenly' new pub puppet
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Heath Franklin: 'Meeting the real Chopper was very forgettable'
The Australian comedian talks about his life and work.
Kevin Hart: 'I say this humbly but I'm as talented as f***'
Times: The comedian his new film and why he's had it with cancel culture.
Jon Stewart endorses Wuhan lab leak theory
The former Daily Show host courted controversy after his on-air virus rant.
Rose Matafeo's Starstruck returning for second season
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