April Fool's Day: Why the press is now avoiding pranks – DW
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While the press once pulled spectacular pranks on April 1, they now have to tread carefully with fake news. A look at some funny journalistic fiction over the years.
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April Fool's Day: Why the press is now avoiding pranks – DW
The Scottish used to call it Huntigowk Day. The French use it as an excuse to prank people with fish. Iranians have a version tied to ancient customs. It seems nearly every culture is united by a desire to pull some silly, goofy tricks.
For decades, the first of April has been a day in which the public is tricked into believing crazy hoaxes — and is surprised by lighthearted pranks. Here are a few.
April Fools' is a renowned international custom celebrated at the start of the month of April with light-hearted fun pranks between friends and family. Here's a deep dive.
April Fools' Day, which takes place every year on April 1, is a good opportunity to have some fun with your little ones by pulling a fun prank on them for the occasion.
While the press once pulled spectacular pranks on April 1, they now have to tread carefully with fake news. A look at some funny journalistic fiction over the years.
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