Humor varies greatly from person to person, but psychologist Rod Martin boiled it down to four types.

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People with a wicked sense of humor are a rare breed. They can turn life's most boring moments into laugh-out-loud opportunities. But what makes someone a master of this art? Below are some qualities ...

Dark, absurd, and even sarcastic comics are nothing new to most of us. But let’s say you’re the type to laugh while handling the darkest subject matters.

It can be difficult to stand out as a character known for your sense of humor, given the fact that everyone has a different idea of what is funny. There is your standard comedian who can tell a joke ...

Does humor have any importance in our lives, beyond just giving us a fun laugh once in a while? One possible benefit of humor might be increased longevity. Comedians George Burns and Bob Hope both ...

I don’t mean funny in the sense of having other people laugh at your expense, accompanied by pointing, but rather intentionally funny. The question is not as straightforward as it might seem, for our ...