Spirit Shutdown: Stranded, Stuck & Scrambling

King Charles and Queen Camilla Fly Home | Cold Open | SNLUK

This Saturday Night Live UK sketch depicts a surreal and comedic mid-air hijacking of the royal plane as King Charles and Queen Camilla return from a trip to the US Congress (0:01-0:30).

Key moments of the sketch include:

• The Hijacking: The flight is diverted back to America by the captain, who is revealed to be Keir Starmer (1:12-1:43). He explains that he is keeping the plane in the air to prevent his premiership from being challenged while the monarch is abroad (2:04-2:54).
• Further Interference: The flight attendant is revealed to be Angela Rayner, who is also working to prevent the royals from returning home so she can execute her own secret plans (3:07-3:36).
• The Public’s Role: A passenger named Paul Selby intervenes, claiming to represent the British public and declaring his own authority over the flight (3:49-4:17).
• The Royal Response: Queen Camilla reveals she was prepared for trouble, having secretly slipped weed gummies to the crew earlier in the flight (4:25-4:31). The scene ends with a standoff in the cockpit as the royals attempt to regain control (4:35-4:44).

Weekend Update ft. Veronika Slowikowska, Chloe Fineman and Kam Patterson - SNL

Weekend Update hosts Colin Jost and Michael Che cover the week's biggest news before speaking with Alix Earle (Veronika Slowikowska) and Alex Cooper (Chloe Fineman) and Kam Patterson.

May The 4th | Trump: I Have All The Cards | Farewell, Spirit Airlines & Ask Jeeves

In this episode of The Late Show, Stephen Colbert covers a variety of pop culture, political, and business news items:

• Star Wars Day (May the 4th): Colbert celebrates International Star Wars Day, discussing the upcoming The Mandalorian film and poking fun at the various tie-in merchandise and adult-themed spoofs (0:00–2:22).
• Trump & Iran: Colbert analyzes President Trump's rejection of Iran’s 14-point peace plan. He mocks Trump's social media post claiming "I have all the cards" by pointing out that the cards shown were from the game Uno, where the goal is to get rid of them, while also touching on rising gas prices and the economic impact of the conflict (2:32–5:41).
• Corporate Shutdowns: The show notes the closure of Spirit Airlines and Ask Jeeves, reflecting on the demise of these once-familiar brands (5:42–6:38, 8:08–8:54).
• United Airlines Incident: Colbert discusses a bizarre incident involving a United Airlines plane striking a bakery truck on the New Jersey Turnpike, joking about the dashcam footage and referencing The Sopranos (6:39–8:07).

The episode concludes with a look ahead to his guests, Christopher Nolan and Dave R (8:54–9:35).

Trump’s Strait of Hormuz Plan Fails, Spirit Collapses, GOP Redraws Congressional Maps: A Closer Look

In this episode of A Closer Look, Seth Meyers critiques the Trump administration's recent handling of the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and the resulting economic fallout. The segment covers several key topics:

• Iran Crisis and Gas Prices: Seth discusses how rising fuel costs, driven by a conflict with Iran, have negatively impacted the economy, reaching a point where major budget airline Spirit Airlines has ceased operations (0:01 - 0:11, 5:32 - 6:37).
• Trump's Policies: The monologue mocks President Trump's military response, dubbed "Project Freedom," and his inconsistent explanations regarding the status of the conflict, which Seth labels a "friendly blockade" (0:12 - 0:41, 11:32 - 12:47).
• Poll Numbers: A Washington Post-ABC News poll indicates Trump's disapproval rating has reached an all-time high of 62%, largely attributed to inflation and high cost-of-living concerns (1:06 - 1:45).
• Political Strategy: Seth highlights how Republicans are responding to poor polling by attempting to redraw congressional maps in states like Florida to secure mid-term advantages, rather than shifting policy (3:00 - 3:45).
• Blame Shifting: The segment addresses how the administration is attempting to blame Joe Biden for the collapse of Spirit Airlines, despite the airline's long-standing financial struggles (10:03 - 11:15).

Trump Talks Iran and Nuclear War at White House Event for Kids

This video features Seth Meyers in his monologue from Late Night, where he satirizes recent political headlines and comments by President Trump. The episode also includes a recurring bit featuring a mock White House press briefing.

Key monologue highlights:

• Trump’s rhetoric on Iran and age: Seth jokes about Trump claiming he is not a senior citizen and discussing potential nuclear war with Iran in front of school children (0:07 - 0:58).
• Presidential fitness and pop culture: Meyers mocks Trump’s comments on golfer Bryson DeChambeau (1:00 - 1:12), the naming of his tax bill (1:50 - 2:03), and an image posted by the White House featuring Trump as The Mandalorian (2:40 - 2:56).
• Random humor: The monologue touches on Pawn Stars personality Rick Harrison being surprised by a speech request (2:24 - 2:40) and a bizarre incident involving a Taco Bell employee in Florida (3:24 - 3:38).

Mock Press Briefing: Starting at (4:24), Seth Meyers hosts a segment where White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt (portrayed in a sketch) faces a series of absurd questions from the late-night press corps. The segment is filled with rapid-fire jokes, ranging from gaming references (6:17 - 6:34) to parodies of administration policies and various pop culture jabs (6:39 - 8:47).

Trump’s Insane Posting Spree, Lies About War & MAGA Pins Giuliani's Health Issues on Jimmy Kimmel

This episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live covers a range of topics from political commentary to current events. Key highlights include:

• Trump's Social Media and Public Appearances: Jimmy examines a chaotic hour of Donald Trump's social media activity (1:56-3:23) and his recent trip to The Villages in Florida with Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz (4:00-5:21), where he discussed his performance on a cognitive "dementia test."
• War in Iran: Jimmy discusses the status of the ongoing "mini war" on Iran, now in its tenth week, and criticizes Trump's avoidance of Congressional approval regarding the War Powers Resolution (8:07-9:05).
• Rudy Giuliani's Health: The show addresses a Newsmax segment that attempted to blame Jimmy for Rudy Giuliani's recent hospitalization, which Jimmy refutes with comedic commentary (9:27-11:11).
• Health and Travel News: The segment covers the rise in syphilis cases according to the CDC (11:15-11:46) and an odd incident involving RFK Jr. at Dulles airport (11:57-12:09).
• Spirit Airlines: The show features a comedic sketch regarding the reported demise of Spirit Airlines and features two "pilots" from the audience reacting to the news (12:10-14:53).

Presidential Fitness | Hegseth's Bubble | Trump's War Is Bad For Business | Met Gala's Wild Looks

In this episode of The Late Show, Stephen Colbert provides a satirical look at current events, ranging from political tension to the spectacle of the Met Gala.

Key Highlights:

• Cinco de Mayo & Taco Tuesday: Stephen kicks off the show by acknowledging the holiday and the festive deals available at Taco Bell and 7-Eleven (0:00-0:58).
• The War in Iran: Stephen touches on the ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, noting its impact on global shipping and his parent corporation's business interests (1:02-2:51).
• Presidential Fitness: He parodies President Trump's return of the Presidential Fitness Test, which was announced to a group of children at the White House (2:52-4:40).
• Hegseth’s Bubble: Stephen addresses comments by Pete Hegseth regarding the military's plan to protect shipping lanes, including a humorous segment on "kamikaze dolphins" (4:41-6:05).
• Economic Impact: He discusses how the war is affecting various businesses, specifically mentioning Domino's sales and Delta's service cuts due to fuel prices (6:06-7:16).
• The Met Gala: Finally, Stephen reviews the "wild looks" from this year's Met Gala, featuring celebrities like Katy Perry, Bad Bunny, and Cardi B (7:17-8:54).

Trump Reinstates Fitness Test as Polls Reveal Americans Think He's Physically and Mentally Unfit

This episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon covers a variety of news, comedy segments, and sports highlights:

• Political News & Satire: Jimmy discusses Donald Trump reinstating the presidential fitness test (0:21), his comments on cognitive testing (1:41), and the viral photo of RFK Jr. at an airport with a bird (4:14).
• Met Gala Fashion: Fashion correspondent Oregon von Valamuth provides humorous reviews of celebrities' outfits from the Met Gala (4:43 - 7:25).
• Tech & Media: A brief look at Netflix's new vertical video feature, including a parody of Is It Cake? (7:36).
• NBA Highlights: Jimmy celebrates the New York Knicks' game one victory over the Philadelphia 76ers (7:57) and shares a hilarious personal story about being at the game, where player Josh Hart untied his shoe (13:30).
• Upcoming Guests: Jimmy announces that members of The Rolling Stones (Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood) will be guests on the show to discuss their new album, Foreign Tongues (11:34).

Trump Now Wants Americans to Pay for His Ballroom & Says Crazy Stuff to Kids in the Oval Office

This episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! covers a variety of news and entertainment topics, celebrating Cinco de Mayo and National Teachers Appreciation Day. Jimmy discusses several political stories, current events, and pop culture moments:

• Met Gala Fashion (1:30 - 3:30): Jimmy pokes fun at the outlandish outfits seen at the recent Met Gala, highlighting the repetitive use of the phrase "it's giving" by fashion commentators.
• The Trump Ballroom Project (3:33 - 5:08): A critique of the proposed White House ballroom project. Jimmy notes that while initially pitched as a privately funded project, current efforts in the Senate are pushing for a billion dollars in taxpayer funding for the renovation.
• Presidential Fitness Test & Oval Office Rants (5:10 - 9:06): Jimmy highlights Donald Trump’s executive order to reinstate the Presidential Fitness Test. He shares footage of Trump in the Oval Office with children, where the former president goes on various rants about his election success, Nobel Prize claims, and transgender sports policies, followed by a comedic look at his putting skills on the White House lawn (9:07 - 9:46).
• Iran & Ceasefire Concerns (9:47 - 10:57): A brief segment discussing the ongoing tensions with Iran and the status of recent ceasefire agreements.
• GameStop's Bid for eBay (10:58 - 11:46): Commentary on the unexpected $56 billion bid from GameStop to purchase eBay.
• Cursive Penmanship Street Segment (11:47 - 15:20): In honor of National Teachers Appreciation Day, Jimmy sends his team to Hollywood Blvd to test whether people can still write in cursive, highlighting the decline and recent mandate to return to teaching it in many states.