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April Fools' Day 2026: Origins, Pranks, and Potential Consequences
As April Fools' Day 2026 approaches, articles explore its origins, famous pranks throughout history, and the potential consequences of jokes, alongside guides for harmless pranks for children.
1 Apr, 00:41 — 1 Apr, 11:45
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April Fools' Day 2026: 7 fun, easy and harmless pranks for kids to surprise their parents
7 simple and harmless April Fools’ pranks kids can try on parents for fun.
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April Fools: Best pranks leave everyone laughing with — not at — you
MANILA, Philippines — Every year on April 1, people around the world take part in April Fools’ Day. It is a day dedicated to jokes, playful tricks, and harmless mischief—or so they say… Not all pranks are funny, and some can have real consequences. For instance, fake pregnancy announcements can hurt feelings or spread confusion.
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First report: hindustan-times · 1 Apr, 00:41|Full coverage: 3 · 11h|Window: 11h
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