April Fools' pranks

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Hilarious April Fools' Day Pranks in New Zealand Keep Everyone Guessing

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From TV stars 'coming out of retirement' to racing greyhounds at footy games, Kiwis celebrate April Fools' in style!

The prankster spirit was alive and kicking on April Fools' Day in New Zealand! Sunrise's Matt 'Shirvo' Shirvington left colleagues stunned with a fake announcement of 'coming out of retirement'. In a parallel universe of humor, South Australia's brands showcased their best pranks, hinting at racing greyhounds guarding footy games – a sight to behold, or was it? Kiwis reveled in the fun, with politicians and business owners joining the jest in iconic tourism spots.

The April 1 festivities continued with a twist of absurdity as a proposed 'walking ban' caused a stir, adding to the laughter across the nation. Not stopping there, McMilford Sound, a beloved tourism spot, teased a transformation, keeping everyone on their toes with whimsical surprises. As the day unfolded, the shared jubilation of pranks and practical jokes lightened the atmosphere, showcasing the Kiwi spirit of camaraderie and wit.

In a surprising turn of events, it was revealed that the concept of racing greyhounds at footy games was, indeed, just a hilarious hoax. Meanwhile, Matt 'Shirvo' Shirvington's tongue-in-cheek retirement tease proved to be the ultimate April Fools' prank, leaving a legacy of laughter and amusement in its wake.

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Pity the fool: SA's brands put on their best April 1 pranks (The Advertiser)

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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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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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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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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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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 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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April Fools Pranks 2024: Try these hilarious jokes and prank ideas ... (Times of India)

Unleash your inner prankster this April Fools' Day with these hilarious ideas! From classic jokes to creative pranks, there's something for everyone.

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10 great April Fools' Day pranks of all-time (WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando)

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april fools day pranks: April Fool's Day 2024: Prank ideas and jokes ... (The Economic Times)

Get ready for April Fool's Day! Discover the origins of this mischievous holiday and dive into a plethora of jokes and prank ideas to surprise your friends ...

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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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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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April Fool's Day pranks from companies that backfired in spectacular ... (The Indianapolis Star)

For every well-executed corporate hoax, there's an overeager company whose ill-conceived pranks have blown up in their faces, sometimes badly.

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