Bobby Moore covers shocking April Fools’ pranks that led to arrests.

A magician demonstrates the best April Fools magic pranks designed to trick friends at home.

April Fools' Day, which is Wednesday, April 1, likely began in the 15th century. But now it's become more of marketing mischief by big brands.

April Fools' Day, celebrated on April 1st, is a light-hearted holiday focused on harmless jokes and tricks. Its origins are debated, with a common theory pointing to 16th-century France and a calendar ...

Welcome to the worst day on the internet! As Chaim Gartenberg pointed out years ago, brands and a holiday dedicated to hoaxes are rarely a winning combo. If you’re a company with any kind of social ...

Here's what to know about the mystery-shrouded origins of April Fools' Day and some food deals and discounts to score this April Fools' Day.

April Fools' Day is the one time of year it's totally acceptable to pull one over on friends, family and co-workers. If you're scheming on how to "get" someone this year, we've got a list of April ...

Whether you are a family of seasoned pranksters or occasional comedians, a well-planned gag will surely score some chuckles this April Fools' Day. But planning the perfect prank is no simple feat. The ...

There probably have been practical jokers since the beginning of time. But April Fools' Day on April 1 is when many let their inner joker go wild. While the origins of the day are shrouded in mystery, ...

Pranks have always been a fun pastime in the Drummond household—just ask anyone who's fallen victim to their ongoing rubber snake gag! The family loves hiding a toy snake around the house, waiting for ...

From playful and clever to truly diabolical, these puzzle themes aim to delight. By Sam Ezersky This feature takes an in-depth look at several published New York Times crossword puzzles. If you prefer ...

It’s April Fools’ Day 2026, and that means it’s once again time to comb through another round of the best jokes and pranks the gaming industry has to offer. Social media feeds have already been filled ...