A lot of people get their news from the television and from the newspaper. Usually it's the same old boring news, (deaths, fires, accidents, political up-risings, etc.). Sometimes people need a fresh new taste on how they receive their news. These examples provide the comic relief we all need:
The Daily Show: Jon Stewart could be considered a genius. Yes, I know it's not exactly published news, but it is news nonetheless. Stewart gives the viewer a new spin on the most popular pieces of news. Satire is extremely effective in conveying a certain attitude about a point. Stewart frequently gives his opinion on many of the issues he discusses. He also interviews many famous and newsworthy people, (according to The Associated Press, Obama will be making an appearance).
The Colbert Report: Another Comedy Central show focusing on the news in an entirely different way. Stephen Colbert has a similar set up as Stewart, but in a more theatrical sense. He too has guest speakers, all the while mocking them and sometimes fighting against them. These are all tactics to make the show, and the news, more interesting. Personally, I've seen authors and politicians I've never heard of before, but always learn something about them from Colbert, (the author wrote a controversial book about gay marriage or the politician in Michigan is voting for a waffle tax, etc.).
Weekend Update: Who said you couldn't get briefed on the latest news one the weekend? Saturday Night Live has found a way to let news into it's sketch comedy. Seth Meyers has taken the reigns to this steady flow of comedy, following such great work from cast members like Jimmy Fallon and Amy Poehler. You have to keep a straight face if you're in this line of work, but with his "guest appearances," you never know what might happen.
*If anyone else finds an example of "funny" or interesting news, tweet them with the hash tag #funnynews
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