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A simple question on Threads asking "what makes you laugh without fail?" sparked over 8,000 hilarious responses in less than a week. From fart mishaps to classic TV bloopers, the answers prove joy is truly universal.
Sougata Basu and Mayank Kalra didn't just build a relationship. They transformed fear and silence into a multigenerational home filled with love, laughter, and two children.
Thousands of UAE residents gathered at mosques, parks, and waterfronts to mark the first day of Eid Al Fitr with prayers, laughter, and community spirit. From sunrise prayers to festive gatherings at Dubai Miracle Garden and Buhaira Corniche, families across the emirates celebrated unity and cultural tradition.
A wild possum snuggled into the stuffed animal display at Hobart Airport's gift shop, blending in perfectly before taking travelers on an unexpected adventure through the terminal. The furry visitor sparked joy and laughter before being safely returned to the wild.
India erupted in a joyful explosion of colors as millions marked Holi, the beloved spring festival that transforms streets into vibrant celebrations of renewal and togetherness. From Mumbai to Kolkata, people of all ages gathered to drench each other in powdered pigments, welcoming the season with laughter and community spirit.
A coalition of rescue groups saved 44 mustangs from being sold for as little as $25 and shipped to slaughter in Mexico and Canada. The rescue exposed critical failures in federal wild horse protection programs.
A biotech company installed payphones in Abilene, Texas and San Francisco that automatically connect strangers from opposite political worlds. The result? Pure human connection and laughter across the divide.
In Lhasa, a Tibetan family gathered to celebrate their New Year by cooking gutu, a special soup with hidden meanings baked into every bite. The Night of Gutu brings families together to honor tradition, share laughter, and welcome the year ahead with hope.
In Sambhal, India, artisans transform discarded animal horns and bones into beautiful handcrafted products sold worldwide. What was once waste now supports an entire community of craftspeople creating sustainable alternatives to plastic.
A former Time Inc. executive saw a crying woman on TikTok begging people to save donkeys from slaughter. He bought a 75-acre ranch and hasn't looked back.
Ridgedale High School senior Johnathan Slaughterbeck earned Scholar Student of the Week honors and a $500 scholarship from Ohio State University at Marion. The award recognizes his stellar academics, leadership in FFA, and four years of dedication to football and basketball.
A Japanese comedian is making politics fun for young people by turning civic education into an interactive comedy show. Her decade-long mission has now reached 100,000 students across Japan.
A 23-year-old woman in rural China invited strangers online to help slaughter pigs for a traditional feast. What happened next shows how quickly digital communities can turn into real-world celebrations.
A beverage company turned ordinary market days into Christmas celebrations by sending Santa and a cheer team to surprise hawkers, shoppers, and 900 children across Ghana. The moments of dancing, shared drinks, and laughter proved presence matters more than presents.
After 35 years of bringing laughter to Japan Times readers, cartoonist Roger Dahl is closing one chapter to open another. He's trading his longtime editorial cartoons for children's books, graphic novels, and animation projects.
Femi Babs has built a career making millions laugh while delivering messages of purpose and hope. The popular content creator reveals how he balances comedy with his calling to inspire positive change across Nigeria.