If you think your life is too boring to be funny, joke’s on you: Humor is all around us. Cultivating more humor in your everyday life is “one of the fastest and most powerful ways to increase overall ...

The fundamental view of humor differs across cultures. Source: Felix Rostig/ Unsplash Have you ever heard a joke that made you burst into laughter while your immigrant friend had a straight face?

Beyond making tough moments a little easier, cultivating levity is good for your health. By Carolyn Todd Wendi Aarons was writing at her local library when the sound of an angry voice made everyone ...

Men and women may have different roles when it comes to comedy, but laughter is crucial from flirtation through long-term commitment When comedian Susan Prekel takes to the stage and spots an ...

When news breaks, you need to understand what actually matters. At Vox, our mission is to help you make sense of the world — and that work has never been more vital. But we can’t do it on our own. We ...

Humor doesn’t just sell—it sells well, and that’s no joke. There are any number of stats to validate it. Research from Oracle indicates that 90% of consumers are more likely to recall a product or ...

NPR's Sacha Pfieffer speaks to comedian Chris Duffy about his new book, "Humor Me." In it, he explores how laughing can be ...

“How to Build a Life” is a weekly column by Arthur Brooks, tackling questions of meaning and happiness. When I die, I want to go peacefully in my sleep, like my grandfather. Not screaming in terror, ...

Norman Cousins, the storied journalist, author and editor, found no pain reliever better than clips of the Marx Brothers. For years, Cousins suffered from inflammatory arthritis, and he swore that 10 ...

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