Private Eye Private Eye Private Eye is a British fortnightly satirical and current affairs news magazine, founded in 1961. It is published in London and has been edited by Ian Hislop since 1986. The publication is widely recognised for its prominent criticism and lampooning of public figures. It is also known for its in-depth investigative journalism into under-reported scandals and cover-ups. "Private Eye" is Britain's best-selling current affairs magazine, and such is its long-term popularity and impact that many of its recurring in-jokes have entered popular culture. The magazine bucks the trend of declining circulation for print media, having recorded its highest
Judy (satirical magazine) Judy (satirical magazine) Judy was a British satirical humor magazine of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The full name was "Judy; or the London Serio-Comic Journal". The magazine's first issue was cover dated May 1, 1867 and the last issue October 23, 1907. The name "Judy" was in reference to Punch and Judy, and alluded directly to its more established rival, "Punch" magazine, which had been founded in 1841. In its August 14, 1867 issue, "Judy" introduced "Ally Sloper", who was one of the first – possibly "the" first – comic strip characters (the seminal Yellow Kid, for