April Fools' Day Pranks Flood Social Media

April Fools' Day, celebrated on April 1, has become a global tradition marked by humor and pranks, with its origins still debated. Theories suggest it may stem from the adoption of the Gregorian calendar in 1582 or earlier celebrations like the Roman festival Hilaria. Social media has become a platform for brands and celebrities to share elaborate hoaxes, although many users are now less easily fooled. This year, notable pranks included the City of Pittsburgh Republican Committee mockingly commenting on local politicians and Penn State's playful collaboration with the University of Miami. Brands like THIS and Babybel joined in with bizarre fake products, such as vegan meat for dogs and a wax sleeping bag, respectively. Despite its playful nature, not everyone is enthusiastic about the holiday, as some view it as repetitive and unoriginal.