Ting Jokes - page 11

Emerald Fennell didn’t come to the Brontë Women’s Writing festival to make friends, but rather to drop a literary bombshell! ? The Saltburn director boldly declared there’s “an enormous amount of sado-masochism” hidden within Emily Brontë’s classic Wuthering Heights. She then casually defended her decision to cast A-listers like Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi in her sex-charged retelling, leaving festival attendees likely clutching their pearls (or perhaps quietly Googling the definition of ‘sado-masochism’). ? It seems Heathcliff and Catherine’s toxic…

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Moldova Votes ‘Oui’ to EU, Finds Door Still Only Slightly Ajar (and Russia is Still Tapping on the Window) Good news, Moldova! Your citizens have decisively voted for the pro-European party of President Maia Sandu, confirming your unwavering desire to ditch the past and embrace the glorious future of bureaucracy and shared agricultural policies. ? The Action and Solidarity party snagged a whopping 50.03% of the vote, sending a clear message: ‘We want in!’ However, much like trying to get…

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Dua Lipa ‘Categorically’ Denies Agent Fired for Being Anti-Kneecap (Yes, That’s the Band’s Name). The pop star and her talent agency are scrambling to clarify that reports of her sacking agent, a man named David Levy, are ‘categorically false.’ Apparently, the rumor mill had her giving him the boot because he allegedly signed a letter urging Glastonbury to drop a pro-Palestine Irish rap group called Kneecap from its lineup. ? So, to be clear, no one’s getting kneecapped over Kneecap……

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Sweden is officially declaring war on the pocket-sized digital overlords known as smartphones in schools, with plans for a nationwide mobile phone ban to kick in by autumn 2026. ? Prepare for a technological disarmament! From the next academic year, it will be compulsory for all Swedish schools and even after-school clubs to embark on a grand mission: collecting students’ phones and holding them hostage until the final bell rings. Imagine the scene: a horde of grumpy teenagers begrudgingly surrendering…

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Pope Leo Thinks Humanity Is ‘In Big Trouble’ Over One Tech Mogul’s Trillion-Dollar Pay. It seems even the holiest of figures can’t ignore the sheer absurdity of modern wealth! ? During his very first media interview, a concerned religious leader — known for his humble lifestyle — declared that humanity is facing ‘big trouble’. His divine consternation was sparked by the ever-growing chasm between the ultra-rich and, well, everyone else. Specifically, he pointed to one particular tech visionary who is…

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At 91, Maureen Duffy is officially redefining ‘pioneering,’ charmingly snagging the inaugural ‘Pioneer’ prize! ? This delightful new literary award, specifically designed for female writers over 60, was thoughtfully launched by RSL president Bernardine Evaristo. And here’s the best part: it’s funded by the generous £100,000 Evaristo herself won from another prestigious women’s prize. Talk about empowering the seasoned literary ladies with a brilliant pay-it-forward scheme! ?? It seems the literary world is finally celebrating the wisdom (and wit!) that…

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Well, who saw this coming? ? After vowing to curb immigration and ‘shore up Irish culture,’ a famous mixed martial arts fighter has officially pulled out of Ireland’s presidential race. Apparently, the world of politics isn’t quite like the octagon. The fighter complained that the nomination rules were a ‘straitjacket,’ preventing a ‘true democratic contest.’ It seems the rigorous process of, you know, running a country, was a bit too much for someone who prefers headlocks to legislative loopholes. He…

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Turns Out, Cornish Wasn’t Quite Dead After All! A new book suggests that Kernewek, the ancient language of Cornwall, apparently continued to be spoken in the 19th century. ? It seems the language was just having a very long, very quiet nap, resisting its official demise by ‘tiny numbers’ of incredibly dedicated (or perhaps just very stubborn) speakers. ? So much for Dolly Pentreath being the final word! Read more: cornish clung on as living language beyond dolly pentreath says…

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Teen Star, 14, Snags Emmy for First Role, Leaving Veteran Actors Wondering What They’re Doing Wrong! ? This pint-sized powerhouse, who was barely old enough to reach the snacks table on set, just made history at the 2025 Emmys. ? For his role in ‘Adolescence,’ this actor became the youngest-ever winner for best supporting actor in a limited series. The best part? It was his first professional credit! While seasoned performers have been toiling away for decades, this 14-year-old basically…

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