The Daily Buffoon
Real news, scored by clowns
About
This app delivers real news headlines, with an original musical score for each story that reflects its absurdity. Explore archived articles, opinion pieces, and a collection of over ninety tunes.
What's New in The Daily Buffoon
1.4
September 25, 2026
The Daily Buffoon 1.4 — housekeeping at the desk. • AD PRIVACY CHOICES: readers in Europe get a new row in the Back Office to change their consent for personalized ads at any time. • NOTIFICATIONS, WHEN YOU ASK: flip Wire dispatches or the Morning digest on and the desk asks for permission right then, instead of waiting a few visits. • A more honest head count: the desk now tells its own readers apart from its own hourly deliveries, so the numbers in the back office mean what they say. Real headlines, no punchlines added. The band does the editorializing.
MoreFAQ
What is The Daily Buffoon?
The Daily Buffoon is a news application that presents real headlines accompanied by original musical scores reflecting the absurdity of each story. It also features opinion pieces and a searchable archive of past issues.
Does The Daily Buffoon have ads?
Yes, The Daily Buffoon contains advertisements. As a free application, ads are displayed to support its continued development and operation.
How often is The Daily Buffoon updated?
The Daily Buffoon was last updated on August 28, 2026, to version 1.1. This indicates a recent update, suggesting the app is actively maintained.
What devices support The Daily Buffoon?
The Daily Buffoon is available on Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad, offering a versatile experience across multiple Apple devices.
What is the age rating for The Daily Buffoon?
The Daily Buffoon has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for younger audiences and above.
Can I find older news stories in The Daily Buffoon?
Yes, The Daily Buffoon includes 'the Morgue,' which provides three months of searchable back issues, allowing you to access past news content.
What is the 'Buffoonery Digest' in The Daily Buffoon?
The Buffoonery Digest is a feature within The Daily Buffoon that likely offers a curated selection or summary of content, complementing the main news feed and opinion pieces.
How does the musical scoring work in The Daily Buffoon?
Each news story in The Daily Buffoon is scored with a tune that increases in silliness, rated from one to five clowns, to match the perceived absurdity of the headline.
