Unlike the pranks that leave egos bruised, these April Fools' jokes will have everyone amused! Don't let this be a day that you hide. Instead, share some laughs and stay on everyone's good side. April ...

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 ...

A survey of the many fools who have been immortalized in song, featuring Aretha Franklin, Bow Wow Wow, the Stone Roses and more.

Jokesters, internet influencers, athletes, and even big-name companies will soon launch a barrage of comedic events and faux product launches, all in the name of a good time on April Fools' Day.

While it’s not an official holiday, April Fools’ Day is celebrated across the world, with individuals and even major brands joining in on the fun. But where did this tradition of playful ...

In Scotland, April Fools’ has a history of being a two-day event. April 1 is known as “Gowkie Day” or “Hunt the Gowk,” explained Encyclopedia Britannica. Gowk is a term used to describe ...

Since no one knows where or when April Fools’ Day originated, so I’m going to say it came from—oh, Denmark. From there, it spread to the rest of Europe, probably. No matter the origin, by ...

With March coming to an end, it is almost time for April Fools' Day. Celebrated annually on April 1, the holiday is known for its pranks, jokes and laughs, whether shared in real life or over ...

Here's when April Fools' Day falls this year, and the history behind the centuries-old celebration. The origins of April Fools' Day dates back to the 16th century, and came about when France ...