Entertainers trained in the art of humour are urging people not to label lacklustre leaders as “clowns”, calling for the term “buffoons” instead to preserve their profession’s dignity.

Donald Trump drew attention for complimenting Liberia’s President on his English fluency—despite English being Liberia’s official language—raising questions about the former US leader’s awareness of other nations’ linguistic backgrounds.

Christian Horner, who formerly led Red Bull, has been dismissed under circumstances that attracted significant attention, prompting much speculation about the reasons behind his departure.

Gregg Wallace was sacked by the BBC after numerous allegations of misconduct emerged, though he denies wrongdoing and insists he will not be removed from the spotlight.