In a recent episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the host took a break from his usual American-focused content to dive into some intriguing international news stories. From Japan‘s new drinkable mayo to New Zealand‘s plan to outlaw greyhound racing, Colbert had his audience entertained with these bizarre updates.
First up, Colbert couldn’t help but make a joke about Japan‘s latest beverage invention – numu, a drinkable mayo. While some may question the appeal of sipping chilled mayo, Colbert humorously highlighted that all mayo is technically drinkable, especially if one is feeling depressed. Thankfully, this unique drink is served cold because drinking hot mayo would surely be an unpleasant experience.
Moving on to Israel, Colbert shared news of an exciting upcoming auction. The oldest known Stone tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments will soon be up for grabs. Colbert couldn’t resist drawing a humorous comparison by displaying a close-up of the Commandments, joking that it could easily be mistaken for a magic eraser sponge. After its discovery during a railroad excavation in 1913, the stone tablet found its way to being used as a paving stone until 1943, when its historical significance was finally recognized.
Over in New Zealand, animal lovers rejoiced as the country announced its plans to outlaw greyhound racing. Sharing his own tongue-in-cheek perspective, Colbert hoped that this progressive move would encourage other countries to follow suit and also outlaw greyhounds from driving buses. After all, he facetiously pointed out, it’s inhumane when a bus goes into a ditch just because the driver spotted a rabbit.
In Italy, researchers made headlines by claiming to have revealed the real face of Santa Claus. Using data from the skull of St. Nicholas of Myra, scientists forensically recreated his white-bearded likeness. Colbert amusingly remarked that this revelation might not be the most appropriate story for young children, as it turns out Santa is real but also deceased. He jokingly added that they were doing exciting things with Santa’s skull.
Bringing the international news segment back to England, Colbert shared a viral story about a British man who encountered a disappointment while indulging in a Mars bar. The man discovered that his Mars bar was smooth and lacked the signature suggestive ripple, causing him to liken the experience to being clinically depressed. Colbert cheekily remarked that saying “almond clinically depressed” is quite a mouthful, further highlighting the British man’s snack predicament.
The University of Bath recently conducted a study that found shoppers can be made to feel sorry for single bananas. Colbert couldn’t help but find this amusing, wondering why health teachers are always putting condoms on bananas if they’re single. Jokes aside, the study revealed that individuals are more likely to purchase unsold fruit labeled as “sad singles.” Colbert humorously suggested that this could also be the name of Kraft’s least popular cheese product, alongside sharing the comical slogan: “My father said I wasn’t good enough.”
Finally, Colbert wrapped up the international news segment by presenting a story from Colombia. Authorities announced the arrest of a Colombian hitwoman known as “the doll” for multiple murders. Colbert humorously likened her notoriety to Lee Barbie Oswald, creating a playful connection between cold-blooded killers and iconic dolls.
As always, Colbert’s international news segment provided a delightful mix of offbeat stories and clever humor, leaving his audience entertained and eagerly looking forward to more entertaining episodes of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
