Category Archives: Humor

Arts & Culture: The New Yorker – December 26, 2022

A hand draws an intricate drawing involving two characters Circle and Square.
“Ups and Downs”  by Chris Ware

The New Yorker – December 26, 2022 issue:

Roz and Emily Eat Their Way Through Midwood

Our first stop: a cheese Danish. Can’t skip breakfast

What Kevin McCarthy Will Do to Gain Power

Kevin McCarthy behind a shadow of Trump.

The Republican leader’s ambition has always been his defining characteristic. Attempting to placate both Trumpists and moderates may lead to his downfall.

Picturing the Cove Inn

Memories of a high-school job at a local seafood restaurant, blurred by time.

Humor: Most ‘Liked’ New Yorker Cartoons In 2022

A selection of The New Yorker's instagram cartoons.
By Colin Stokes December 15, 2022

The New Yorker (December 15, 2022) – Over the past year, The New Yorker has participated in this sublime tradition by generously sharing a large number of cartoons on our  Instagram  accounts, and we have been gratified to see that many people have “liked” them. We are so glad that we were able to bring some cheer into your life. To anyone who has not clicked Like on every post: well, let’s just say that we hope you get coal in your stocking.

I'll Be Fine All Alone In The Dark by Harry Bliss

I’ll Be Fine All Alone In The Dark by Harry Bliss

Youre Creeping Everyone Out Drawing by Joe Dator

by JOE DATOR

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2022 Reviews: Best Humor Writing In The New Yorker

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The New Yorker – The Most Popular Shouts of 2022 (December 6, 2022):- A collection of our most widely read humor pieces of the year.

Symptoms of the New Variant May Include

By Ethan Kuperberg

  • Tiredness (due to thinking about covid-19)
  • Anxiety (about catching covid-19)
  • Exhaustion (from panicking about covid-19)
  • Foot asleep

I’m the Person ‘Your Song’ by Elton John Was Written for, and I Would Like a Real Gift Instead

By Tom Smyth

Now, I understand that their gift is their song, but that wasn’t really what I had expected as a housewarming present when I invited Elton John and Bernie Taupin to a party at my new home, especially after I specifically asked them to bring ice.


Your Personality, Explained by Your Annoying Household Habits

By Nicole Rose Whitaker

“Mopping” with Your Foot and a Clorox Wipe

You’re a visionary who lives by the maxim “There’s got to be a better way.” And that way is yours.


The Average Contestant on British Baking Shows vs. the Average Contestant on American Cooking Shows

By Rebecca Turkewitz

British: Ian’s become known for his ruddy cheeks and big smile, and for always having a carpenter’s pencil tucked jauntily behind one ear.

American: Sarah’s signature look is the thirteen nicotine patches she wears to manage the stress of competition.


A Few Math Problems for Mothers

By Kate Tellers

Felix had an accident during nap time and doesn’t have a spare pair of pants at school. If Felix’s father is listed as the primary point of contact on all documents, how many times does the school call his mother?

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