Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The beginning of April for the United States means a full day of jokes and pranks for everyone, but this tradition goes back much ...

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April Fools’ Day—always falling on April 1—has been celebrated for centuries. But how did the day of pranks and hijinks begin? It is believed that the origin of April Fools' Day dates all the way back ...

Got trust issues on April 1? You’re not alone. Every year, we brace ourselves for fake announcements and that one friend who thinks they’re way funnier than they actually are. But here’s the thing: ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. April Fools' Day is an annual godsend for the most mischievous among us ...

The day that some pranksters look forward to all year long is here. It’s April Fools’ Day! April Fools’ Day is an unofficial holiday centered around pulling pranks on your friends and family that ...

April Fools' pranks exist on a spectrum – somewhere between "changing your friend's phone language to Dutch" and "actions that require a lawyer." We've gathered 22 ideas that land firmly in the sweet ...

"Real Housewives of New York City" alumna Bethenny Frankel is not a big fan of April Fools' Day. One reason she's not a supporter of the unofficial holiday is that "I scare easily," she told USA TODAY ...

Whether you are a family of seasoned pranksters or occasional comedians, a well-planned gag will surely score some chuckles this April Fools' Day. But planning the perfect prank is no simple feat. The ...

Growing up, my siblings and I declared all-out war on one another every April Fools’ Day. And I do mean war. We put Saran wrap over the toilet bowl. We placed softened Tootsie Rolls on the toilet seat ...

The exact origin of April Fools' Day is unknown, but one theory links it to France's 1582 calendar change. The tradition gained popularity in Britain during the 18th century and later spread to ...