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Instant Opinion

‘On Afghanistan, Biden’s credibility is now shot’

Your digest of analysis and commentary from the British and international press

13 Aug 2021

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Instant Opinion

‘How many more elephants have to be illegally killed before ministers act?’

Your digest of analysis and commentary from the British and international press

12 Aug 2021

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In Brief

Funniest jokes from the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe

Swedish comedian Olaf Falafel beats one-liners from Milton Jones and Ivo Graham

19 Aug 2019

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In Brief

Pound coin joke voted Edinburgh Fringe's funniest

Ken Cheng one-liner beat off competition from Frankie Boyle and Tim Vine

22 Aug 2017

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In Review

Edinburgh bites: Festival food to fill any gap

Whether you're after an indulgent three-hour feast or grabbing a lightning-quick snack between shows, Scotland's capital has plenty to offer

4 Aug 2017

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In Depth

Edinburgh Fringe – seven shows you won't want to miss

From stand-up silliness to serious angst, these Fringe shows will make you laugh 'til you cry

19 Aug 2015

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In Review

REVIEWS: 'Warm and witty' dad drama Wingman

Richard Marsh mixes poetry and comedy in a bittersweet two-hander about fatherhood

4 Sep 2014

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