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Alternative transportation

Is an electric cargo bike a good April Fools' gift in 2025? Win them over with sincerity - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

April Fools' Day can be meaningful with thoughtful gifts like electric cargo bikes, rather than just jokes.

fromFast Company

Humor

A prank about Home Depot charging parking fees draws social media ire amid tariff fears

Home Depot dealt with backlash stemming from a misleading April Fools' prank claiming the store would impose parking fees.

fromAdvocate.com

fromSan Francisco Bay Times

US politics

Out gay Colorado Gov. Jared Polis mocks Donald Trump's 'unflattering painting'

Polis humorously responded to Trump's complaints about his portrait ahead of April Fool's Day by creating a new cartoon-style image of himself.

#humor

Cocktails

Shaken, Pranked, and Stirred - San Francisco Bay Times

Spring and April Fools' Day inspire creative drinks and playful deception, reflecting on humor and truth in today's society.

fromGameSpot

Gadgets

The Best April Fools' Day Gaming Jokes Of 2025

April Fool's Day inspires creativity in game development, leading to real games emerging from humorous ideas.

fromwww.theguardian.com

NYC startup

From singing nappies to taxi-style toilets: would you have fallen for these April fools?

Brands creatively leverage April Fools' Day to engage audiences with humorous and outlandish product announcements, despite challenges in a skeptical media landscape.

fromSFGATE

fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk

OMG science

April Fools' Day jokes bring much-needed levity to National Park Service

The National Park Service showcases creativity and humor through clever April Fools' Day pranks, engaging visitors despite funding issues.

fromSan Francisco Bay Times

London politics

Giant pink waterslide to be built in the centre of major Romford roundabout

The article humorously announces plans for a giant pink waterslide at Gallows Corner, revealing it's an April Fools' joke.

Cocktails

Shaken, Pranked, and Stirred - San Francisco Bay Times

Spring and April Fools' Day inspire creative drinks and playful deception, reflecting on humor and truth in today's society.

fromGameSpot

Gadgets

The Best April Fools' Day Gaming Jokes Of 2025

April Fool's Day inspires creativity in game development, leading to real games emerging from humorous ideas.

fromwww.theguardian.com

NYC startup

From singing nappies to taxi-style toilets: would you have fallen for these April fools?

Brands creatively leverage April Fools' Day to engage audiences with humorous and outlandish product announcements, despite challenges in a skeptical media landscape.

fromSFGATE

fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk

OMG science

April Fools' Day jokes bring much-needed levity to National Park Service

The National Park Service showcases creativity and humor through clever April Fools' Day pranks, engaging visitors despite funding issues.

London politics

Giant pink waterslide to be built in the centre of major Romford roundabout

The article humorously announces plans for a giant pink waterslide at Gallows Corner, revealing it's an April Fools' joke.

It's Still April Fools' Day on Social Media

Brands often engage in elaborate April Fools' pranks annually, reflecting shifting social media humor and cultural commentary.

Cocktails

How to get an April Fools' event flamethrower code in Dress to Impress

Dress to Impress hosts a unique 24-hour April Fools' Day event featuring exclusive items and a scavenger hunt for additional rewards.

#video-games

fromKotaku

Video games

Overwatch 2's Amazing Annual April Fools' Day Mode Is Just As Incredible This Year

Overwatch 2 embraces April Fools' Day with an innovative and humorous game mode, showcasing absurd changes to hero abilities.

LA Clippers

How to 'Find the coolest player on the island' in Fortnite

The quest to find the coolest player in Fortnite is a playful nod, revealing that the coolest player is actually the player themselves.

fromKotaku

Video games

Overwatch 2's Amazing Annual April Fools' Day Mode Is Just As Incredible This Year

Overwatch 2 embraces April Fools' Day with an innovative and humorous game mode, showcasing absurd changes to hero abilities.

LA Clippers

How to 'Find the coolest player on the island' in Fortnite

The quest to find the coolest player in Fortnite is a playful nod, revealing that the coolest player is actually the player themselves.

more#video-games

fromwww.nytimes.com

Music

A Pack of April Fools

The article highlights a curated playlist celebrating songs that reference fools, featuring artists like Aretha Franklin and Michael McDonald.

#history

fromNew York Post

Beer

How April Fools' Day is celebrated around the world

April Fools' Day is a longstanding tradition celebrated globally, rooted in various theories about its origin, particularly in France.

Various theories explain the origins of April Fools' Day, including the calendar shift in France and unexpected weather changes marking the vernal equinox.

fromThe Local France

3 years ago

Paris food

France's poisson d'avril tradition explained

'Poisson d'avril' is France's version of April Fool's Day, where fish-themed pranks dominate, particularly among school children.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Beer

April Fools' Day 2025 is sure to bring plenty of practical jokes

April Fools' Day is a long-standing tradition marked by practical jokes, with a mysterious origin involving calendar changes and seasonal tricks.

fromwww.dw.com

2 years ago

World news

April Fool's Day: Why the press is now avoiding pranks DW 04/01/2023

April Fool's Day likely originated from calendar changes in 1582, with additional theories linking it to ancient festivals and spring unpredictability.

fromNew York Post

Beer

How April Fools' Day is celebrated around the world

April Fools' Day is a longstanding tradition celebrated globally, rooted in various theories about its origin, particularly in France.

Various theories explain the origins of April Fools' Day, including the calendar shift in France and unexpected weather changes marking the vernal equinox.

fromThe Local France

3 years ago

Paris food

France's poisson d'avril tradition explained

'Poisson d'avril' is France's version of April Fool's Day, where fish-themed pranks dominate, particularly among school children.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Beer

April Fools' Day 2025 is sure to bring plenty of practical jokes

April Fools' Day is a long-standing tradition marked by practical jokes, with a mysterious origin involving calendar changes and seasonal tricks.

fromwww.dw.com

2 years ago

World news

April Fool's Day: Why the press is now avoiding pranks DW 04/01/2023

April Fool's Day likely originated from calendar changes in 1582, with additional theories linking it to ancient festivals and spring unpredictability.

more#history

#journalism

Silicon Valley food

Walkers crisp swap and baked bean lip gloss: The best of April Fools' Day

April Fools' Day showcases companies' creativity in pranks, blending entertainment and marketing.

Beer

From paper fish to flying penguins, April Fools' Day is sure to bring plenty of practical jokes

The Independent provides crucial on-the-ground reporting while emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism for all Americans.

Silicon Valley food

Walkers crisp swap and baked bean lip gloss: The best of April Fools' Day

April Fools' Day showcases companies' creativity in pranks, blending entertainment and marketing.

Beer

From paper fish to flying penguins, April Fools' Day is sure to bring plenty of practical jokes

The Independent provides crucial on-the-ground reporting while emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism for all Americans.

more#journalism

fromwww.nytimes.com

NYC food

Five Ingredients, Five Stars, No Joke

April Fools' Day can be celebrated with unique dishes that combine fun and flavor.

fromNew York Post

NYC food

April Fools' Day 2025 food deals and freebies: No joke discounts from Dunkin', Burger King and more

Food brands are offering real deals on April Fools' Day, including free items and discounts for rewards members.

fromOver the Monster

Boston Red Sox

OTM Open Thread 4/1: Reset Day

The Red Sox are taking a break after a challenging start to the season.

Humor

fromVulture

4 years ago

It's Time to Make April Fools' Day the Halloween of Comedy

April Fools' Day traces back centuries, showcasing a blend of historical pranks and cultural celebrations of humor.

fromThesanjoseblog

Portland food

San Jose to Erect Giant Burrito Statue and Transform Downtown into Food Truck Paradise

San Jose's huge burrito statue and food truck park is a playful April Fools' Day hoax with a wink at the city's vibrant food culture.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

US news

Today in History: April 1, US forces invade Okinawa during World War II

April 1 is significant for its historical events including the invasion of Okinawa in WWII and the founding of Apple Computer.

Beer

Pokemon Go April Fools' Day 2025 event guide

The Pokémon Go April Fools' Day event in 2025 features Poké Balls that lead to Pokémon encounters.

You can encounter shiny variants of certain Pokémon during the event.

fromVG247

Humor

Assuming we're not being goofed on, Marvel Rivals is making Venom jiggle his symbiussy next week in celebration of April Fools' day

NetEase is introducing a Venom twerk emote in Marvel Rivals for April Fools' day, raising excitement and concerns about its authenticity.

fromTime Out New York