a Boston University professor pranked an unsuspecting Associated Press reporter by feeding him the yarn that April Fools’ started as a jester-led celebration during the Roman emperor Constantine ...

To oblige an eager reporter, he invented a story about the holiday’s origin. He didn’t realize it would turn out to be his “Andy Warhol moment.” ...

April Fools' Day, a day of pranks and hoaxes, is believed to have originated in France in the 1500s. The holiday may have stemmed from the transition to the Gregorian calendar, which caused confusion ...

Beware: April Fools' Day, every prankster's favorite day, is nearly upon us. The unofficial holiday encourages pulling light-hearted pranks, practical jokes, hoaxes or hijinks on others.

April Fools' Day 2025: While the day has been celebrated for centuries, its exact origin is a mystery. April Fools' Day History and Origin: April 1st is celebrated worldwide as April Fools' Day ...

The day that some pranksters look forward to all year long is here. It’s April Fools’ Day! April Fools’ Day is an unofficial holiday centered around pulling pranks on your friends and family ...