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If you love old-school newspaper humor with a weird little twist, you need to check out this post.

Created by cartoonist Doug Hill, the one-panel comic series is packed with funny jokes, awkward situations, and goofy punchlines. Hill’s style feels timeless, somewhere between classic newspaper comics and internet-era humor, which is probably why so many readers keep coming back for more.

Over the years, Laughing Hippo Studio has built a loyal following, with thousands of readers sharing their favorite strips online. And honestly, it’s easy to see why – these comics have that rare ability to make you smile instantly.

Scroll down to see a selection of Doug's cartoons created over the years, most loved by our community.

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    Inservio Smurf
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's make the bronze age hystrionics vanish under something positive, shall we? How about a fascinating fact? Did you know there's a part of the ocean SO remote, that the closest human to you when you're there, is on the international space station?

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    Ruth Harper
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is indeed how it works, with both dogs and cats. We rescue them, and then they rescue us a hundred times over.

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    Inservio Smurf
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never mind making him hit the ball towards the flag, rather than fully the other way.

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    Lotekguy
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you absolutely, positively, have to get there... eventually.

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    Did I say that out loud?
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    2 days ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where's "Who am I?" , "Do I come here often?" ,and "Was I going upstairs, or did I just come down?"

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    Lotekguy
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think they have that warning in reverse order.

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    Michael Smith
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    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    2kg of steak and a tank of gas produce about the same amount of greenhouse gases, so ..

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    Talis
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    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you have to save, you've already done a major mistake: Not being born into a rich family. That way, it will be hard to buy supreme court judges when you're an adult...

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    Inservio Smurf
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Extra points for giving Charles Schulz credit. In a world of scraped art and asset-flipping, this guy is the example.

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    Inservio Smurf
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You know you have a d**g problem when you arrange your dinner in narrow lines

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    Lotekguy
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how she got to his office?

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    Lotekguy
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Horse around while you can, kid.

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    Elladine DesIsles
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    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a shame, he appears to be an exceptionally talented cat herder. Nineteen cats simultaneously headed in the same direction is a feat that has likely never been achieved outside of a comic.

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    43Duckies
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    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If only that were true! That would prevent airlines from separating children and teens from parents if they don't pay extra to be seated together.

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    Inservio Smurf
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay THAT one was funny. More than funny, in fact, as I cannot seem to stop giggling.

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    Norm Gilmore
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    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would be a protective vest from DUNE then. Stops very high speed weapons but allows slower speeds through...

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    Blix
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    13 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes please. Always. Everywhere.

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    Lotekguy
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... or decide what to wear, or where to eat.

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    Lotekguy
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    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My ex used to start handing guests their coats when it was that time. My move is to start cleaning up the kitchen and filling the dishwasher.

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    Inservio Smurf
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always wondered : how do polar bears maintain polarisation?

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    Lotekguy
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My favorite feature in every issue.

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    Lotekguy
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If George Romero had acquired the movie rights for the novel first...

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    Inservio Smurf
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Penguins movies can never have enough sequels. Same goes for Minions movies. I just love both to bits!

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    Inservio Smurf
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The ginger tabby being the one to say this is SO on-brand, hahahaha!

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    Did I say that out loud?
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was not the best time for him to find out he was adopted.

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    Inservio Smurf
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Grandma, what big eyes yo--- haaaaang on a minute, your eyes are NORMAL size!

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    perylousdemon
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    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I guess the one from the earlier comic didn't listen.

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    Lotekguy
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    2 days ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They should have printed "nominee" or "semi-finalist" on the other side of the mugs. Conflict avoided.

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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... but leave the food here before you go.

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    Razill
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    21 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With some of the stories i have read about "mama's boys" this seems like a definite possibility except for guy actually speaking up for himself

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    John Heberling
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    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The Road Not Taken" -- not about the rugged individualistic, but a case of Frost making fun of a friend's indecisiveness.

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    Inservio Smurf
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's get that apologist nonsense out of view with another factoid, shall we? Did you know Miss Piggy from the Muppets, was originally going to be called Piggy Lee?

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    Inservio Smurf
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. They relax me. Communing with nature is good for the soul. The fact I'm dragging a bodybag should be completely irrelevant.

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    Auntriarch
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All my dogs have been pork scratchings best friend

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    Apatheist
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Censored on the text (for no good reason) but not the image...having a bad day?

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    43Duckies
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    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's on his feet, so clearly it could have been worse!

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