April Fool's Day 2024: Know why this day is celebrated and tricks to prank your loved ones 

Every year April Fool's Day is celebrated globally, where people play tricks on each other and spread good-natured humor. The origin of this day is somewhat uncertain, but it's believed to have roots in various historical and cultural practices.

One such theory suggests that April Fool's Day dates back to the 16th century when France switched from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar, as ordered by the Council of Trent in 1563. And, those who failed to adapt and continued to celebrate the New Year on 1st April were labelled as "April fools" and became the subject of pranks and ridicule.

So, this April Fool's Day laugh along with your loved ones and do a prank with them.

Tricks to prank on April Fool's Day

Fake Bug Prank: Place realistic-looking fake bugs or insects in unexpected places to surprise someone.

Toothpaste Oreos: Replace the cream filling in Oreo cookies with toothpaste for an unexpected twist.

Tape Mouse: Place a piece of tape over the sensor on the bottom of someone's computer mouse to make it malfunction temporarily.

Office Supplies Swap: Switch the contents of someone's desk drawers or replace their pens with crayons.

Fake Spill: Create a realistic-looking spill using glue or other materials on a surface like a desk or countertop to trick someone into thinking they've made a mess.

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