What a Brazilian clown reveals about the crisis in legislatures
(Reuters) - Cross-dressing, semi-literate, potty-mouthed clowns aren't supposed to run for Congress. And if they do, they sure as hell aren't supposed to win. But Francisco Everardo Oliveira Silva—better known by his clown name Tiririca (Grumpy)—broke those rules, and several more, when he ran for B Full story
The 'weirdest mind in Britain' on aliens, cults, and insane clown posses
Jon Ronson, author of “Lost as Sea,” talks to The Cycle hosts about escaping the dullness of daily life by turning to robots, aliens, clowns, and hardcore Christian rap.
Clowns invade Mexico for 'Festival of Laughter'
Eight hundred clowns from around the world were in Mexico City for the 17th International Clown Convention. TODAY.com's Dara Brown reports.
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Political panel: Is Anthony Weiner poised for a comeback?
The embattled former U.S. Representative quoted Nationals Outfielder Bryce Harper, saying “that’s a clown story, bro,” when asked if his return was eminent. The Daily Rundown panel discusses whether a potential run is in the cards for Weiner.
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