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Pleasance announces 139 more Edinburgh Fringe shows
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Russell Brand's trial date set
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Amanda Dwyer wins Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award.
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Videos
Jack Knight talks about technology going too far in this stand-up clip from the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
His set was recorded at the Festival Club, the late-night offering at the Max Watts venue.
Jack Knight: Technology's gone too far
From the Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Kate Dolan: The truth behind hen nights
From the Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Cassie Workman on living in America
From the Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Trailer for Prime Video's new animated comedy