Word: humorously
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...what does Frank think of the film 35 years on? And is it true that Mick loves it, but felt obligated to prevent its release to ensure the band could continue to tour? Does its director consider it as an honest document that in all its messy debauchery, anger, humor and impunity represents the true spirit of rock n' roll of the era? Who knows. Rock n' roll may never die, and certainly not before it gets old, but the 82-year-old Frank - who was present at the Pompidou Center to open his retrospective the previous night...
...most troubling aspect of this case is the charge of racism, which is symptomatic of an ailing society, not a healthy one. Sometimes one suspects that the ideal for which most liberal groups on campus are striving is an entirely sterile one, devoid of humor, passion, and life. Whistle at a girl, and it’s sexual harassment. Make an ethnic joke, and it’s racism. These liberals cannot conceive of a situation in which such actions are a symbol of a healthier democracy, one whose citizens have somewhat longer leashes, and where every little piece...
...success on the Easy Problems of consciousness, the scientists meticulously provide artificial substitutes for all Steve's brain processes, so to all outward appearances he is saved from terrible oblivion and death. Moreover, he expresses his satisfaction with his restored feeling and sight and continues speaking and writing with humor and eloquence, delighting his friends and frustrating his critics...
...expert on lemurs who conducts field research in Madagascar and who often sports cowboy boots, Richard has been praised by former colleagues and friends for her energy, leadership, and humor. ['Will These Cowboy Boots March West...
...post-Syrian era towards a more tolerant, liberal society. But it could just as likely be the high water mark in a Weimar-like interregnum before the forces of reaction and intolerance reassert themselves. Outside of the theaters, Lebanese society is in the midst of a sense of humor failure. When a Lebanese television comedy show poked fun at Hizballah leader Hassan Nasrallah last year, his followers rioted, cutting off the road from Beirut airport. And with Hizballah firmly ensconced in central Beirut, no one dares laugh at the Sheik...