April Fools

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April Fools' Birthday Woes: A Comedy of Errors

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From hilarious pranks to fake news quizzes, the struggles of being born on April Fools' Day are no joke!

April Fools' Day, a day filled with laughter and trickery, can turn into a nightmare for those unfortunate souls born on this date. Miss Manners recounts the endless cycle of well-meaning yet hurtful pranks that plague individuals like a curse on their birthdays. The struggle to distinguish real news from fake becomes even more challenging on this day, as demonstrated by quizzes testing one's ability to spot the difference.

Opinion pieces highlight the political implications of April Fools' Day, showing how comedy and politics collide in a way that makes the day even more unpredictable. Experts caution against falling for online tricks, advising vigilance beyond April 1st to stay safe from misinformation. TigerBlog reminisces about the legendary story of Sidd Finch, blending sports and April Fools' with a touch of whimsy.

Miss Manners' readers relate to the shared agony of celebrating an April Fool's birthday, where practical jokes overshadow the joy of the occasion. Despite the challenges, the irony and humor of such a birthday bring a unique flair to these individuals' lives.

Ending on a curious note, the history of April Fools' Day dates back centuries, evolving from ancient traditions of pranking and merrymaking. The day's association with jesters and tricks persists, adding a touch of whimsy to an otherwise ordinary day. As the world becomes increasingly digital, the threat of falling for fake news on April 1st serves as a reminder of the importance of media literacy and critical thinking in today's age of information overload.

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April Fools' Birthday Is No Joke When It's Yours - Miss Manners (UExpress)

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Through no one's fault, I was born on the worst date ever. Advertisement. Each birth anniversary, there's a well-meaning but hurtful ...

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April Fool's day: can you spot the news fakes? Take our quiz (The Guardian)

Take our fun test to see how good you are a spotting the fake news hidden among the real headlines.

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Opinion | April Fools' Day Is Coming to a Political System Near You (The New York Times)

Ms. Collins and Mr. Stephens are Opinion columnists. They converse every week. Gail Collins: Hey, Bret, we just hit April Fools' Day.

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5 tips for not getting tricked online this April Fools' Day — and beyond (NPR)

It's always smart to keep your guard up online, especially on April Fools' Day. Experts in misinformation and news literacy offer steps you can take to ...

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Monday TigerBlog - Happy April Fools' Day - Princeton University ... (Princeton Athletics)

TigerBlog was a senior in West Philadelphia when Sidd Finch burst onto the scene on this day in 1985. Finch was the phenom of all phenoms, and he'd just been ...

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Miss Manners: I hate my April Fool's birthday and getting pranked (The Washington Post)

Dear Miss Manners: Through no one's fault, I was born on the worst date ever. Each birth anniversary, there's a well-meaning but hurtful practical joke.

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The Daily Chase: April Fools' Day caution, potential TSX record ... (BNN)

April Fools: It's April 1, a day business journalists (and overly exuberant public relations interns) should live in fear of, thanks to the corporate urge to ...

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A look at some of the April Fools' Day jokes in Ottawa (CTV Edmonton)

OC Transpo kicked off April Fools' Day by announcing the launch of a Bark & Ride, saying it is a pilot project to "combat pet loneliness." "With more and more ...

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The internet is over April Fools' Day. Here's what people are saying ... (The Indianapolis Star)

It's April 1, which means it is April Fools' Day, but there haven't been many jokes online so far this year. X users share why.

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Drones, cheesy cupcakes and Barbie: Manitoba businesses taking ... (CTV News)

This includes some Manitoba businesses and organizations, who are pranking their followers using drones, the Barbie craze and a candy-coated burger. The ...

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Is April Fools Day Worth the Hype? (Eagle News)

April Fool's Day is often a day I overlook. Since middle school, it seemed like a dumb tradition to me. It's just the beginning of a new month.

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The April Fool's Day pranks Manitoba businesses participated in (CTV News)

This includes some Manitoba businesses and organizations, who are pranking their followers using drones, the Barbie craze and a candy-coated burger. The ...

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April Fools' 2.0: AI Is Crafting Ultimate Pranks You Won't See Coming (Forbes)

Buckle up, dear reader, for a ride into a future where your coffee maker might just be in on the joke.

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Brands prank consumers with faux products in April Fools Day ... (Social Samosa)

April Fools' Day, saw people playing pranks, with brands joining in on the online fun. While some brands went big with their campaigns, others kept it ...

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Sriracha toothpaste, ranch Smarties and more April Fools' food pranks (The Washington Post)

On April Fools' Day, an era of unlikely brand mashups and crazy flavor combinations makes it harder to know which food ideas are real and which are pranks.

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April Fools' Day pranks: Apps to translate baby stoner sayings, a ... (USA TODAY College)

April Fools' Day is Monday, April 1. Here's some pranks and jokes you can get in on early, including fake personal care products and a new Tinder job.

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April Fools: People have been observing the annual prankster's ... (CHEK)

Some Vancouver Island businesses posted pranks to social media, including a Langford city councillor, who proposed turning the famous fountain in the middle of ...

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How did April Fools' Day start and what are some famous pranks? (CBS News)

The annual day of jokes, pranks and tricks falls on April 1 each year, but no one is quite sure how the tradition started.

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Why hydration company Air Up launched a 'pee-flavored water ... (USA TODAY)

Air Up's April Fools Prank was inspired by how many people tell them they are peeing much more now that they're drinking more water with the product.

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Loyal customers imagine Market Basket wedding after April Fools ... (CBS News)

Market Basket offered a fake wedding package that included an aisle to tie the knot, and kitchen dinner.

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Watch 9 pranks sweetly fool these unsuspecting souls for a good ... (USA TODAY)

From a strangely familiar restaurant server to an unexpected pizza delivery driver: these nine delightful pranks fooled people in the sweetest way.

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