April Fools

2024 - 4 - 1

April Fools in New Zealand: Hoaxes, Jokes, and Pranks Galore

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Discover the most outrageous April Fools' Day pranks and how to avoid falling for them with these expert tips!

April Fools' Day brings out the creative tricksters in New Zealand, with Marmite and chocolate ice-cream, pizza-flavoured cereal, and even famous sporting figures being part of the elaborate hoaxes that Kiwis may have encountered. From walking bans to McMilford Sound transformations, the annual tradition of pulling pranks extends across politicians, businesses, and advocacy groups, adding a touch of humor to the day. Amidst the mischief, it's essential to stay vigilant online, especially on April Fools' Day, to avoid falling for fake news and online tricks. Experts in misinformation and news literacy recommend specific steps to stay ahead of the game and not get tricked. Despite the challenges of being born on April Fools' Day, individuals like Miss Manners navigate through the prank-filled celebrations, turning them into opportunities for growth and resilience. Each birthday celebration brings with it well-meaning but sometimes hurtful practical jokes.

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April Fools: New Zealand's best hoaxes, jokes and pranks (1 News)

Marmite and chocolate ice-cream, pizza-flavoured cereal, and a famous sporting bachelor were just some of the pranks that Kiwis may have fallen for this ...

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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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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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Walking ban, McMilford Sound and iconic tourism spot changing its ... (Newshub)

Kiwis are having a laugh on April Fool's Day with politicians, business owners and advocacy groups taking part in the annual tradition.

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

Gail Collins: Hey, Bret, we just hit April Fools' Day. Did you have any political nominees? Bret Stephens: Leaving aside anyone buying a Trump Bible for $60 ...

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

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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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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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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Stock Market Today: Dow Futures Gain to Start Second Quarter ... (The Wall Street Journal)

Welcome to another April Fools' Day, when corporate marketing departments unleash their most cringe-worthy pranks and pray that people get the joke.

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April Fools' Day: Corporate larks can become no laughing matter ... (USA TODAY)

April Fools' Day is Monday, April 1. That means family, friends, co-workers and even your favorite brands and companies may try to play a joke on you.

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Will you be this year's 'April fish'? Businesses have a long history of ... (The Conversation AU)

This morning, breakfast television shows will be reporting obscure, although mildly believable, announcements from organisations and brands – but keep you ...

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Don't be fooled: The worst corporate April Fools' jokes and how to ... (The Seattle Times)

“For every brand giggle there's a corporate communications disaster waiting to happen,” said Laura Price, a partner at consultant Pagefield. “Humor should not ...

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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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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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April Fools Day 2024: top stunts and jokes from brands (The Drum)

From Knorr supporting the super tasters of the world to PepsiCo selling milk alongside its new hot snack range, here are the gags that really got us this ...

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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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April Fools' Day 2024: the best and cringiest pranks (The Verge)

Happy April Fools' Day, aka the day all brands take us by storm with bad jokes. As a reminder, today's a day to not believe what you see — whether it's ...

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April Fool's Day 2024: The best jokes and pranks today (The Independent)

From major corporations, brands, and even celebrities, everyone wants to be in on the fun, as they all try to outdo each other. Some ...

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In Graphics | Why is April Fools' Day celebrated on 1 April? (Firstpost)

At some point in life, we all have been the victim of an April Fools' Day prank. But, have you ever wondered how this day came to be? Why do we celebrate it ...

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From food crossovers to Huntly: We ranked New Zealand's best April ... (The Edge)

10. BurgerFuel's Deleted and Meatless Burger. Our list begins with a prank shrouded in mystery. Burger Fuel shared with customers their new 'Dodgy Dog' burger, ...

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There's an April Fools' Day prank about the 2024 solar eclipse ... (Space.com)

An April Fool's Day joke by the University of Vermont suggests the date and path of the April 8 total solar eclipse have been miscalculated.

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April Fools' Day Food Pranks 2024: Dunkin's Name Change and More (Today.com)

A list of food brands' and restaurants' April Fools' Day pranks from 7-Eleven, Dunkin', Krispy Kreme, Pringles and Olipop, Hidden Valley and Smarties, ...

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Market Basket weddings? It was just an April Fools' Day joke (CBS News)

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

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