Wizards apologize after scripted April Fools joke in which 'fan' thought they won $10,000 falls flat

The Washington Wizards are doing damage control after a scripted April Fools prank went wrong during Wednesday’s game.

NBA Prank Backfires: Viral Fake Fan Shot Costs Wizards In April Fools' Day Gone Wrong

Once to the 76ers and again in the court of public opinion.An April Fools' "skit" on Wednesday went wrong for the NBA team, ...

Wizards say $10,000 April Fools’ Day half-court shot prank was scripted

The skit occurred during halftime of the Wizards’ eventual 153-131 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on the evening of April ...
WXYZ

West Bloomfield police warn of national AI prank with fake photos of 'intruder'

(WXYZ) — The West Bloomfield Police Department is urging parents to talk to their kids about a new TikTok trend that has people using artificial intelligence to ...

Carnival Cruise Line debunks April Fools pranks that had guests up in arms (including one involving a rubber duck)

Carnival Cruise Line debunked two viral April Fools' pranks that caused confusion among guests ...

It’s April Fools’ Day! And No One Will Ever See These Pranks Coming

The best day to pull a prank on someone is April Fools' Day. This year, try a good-natured prank that will surely bring a few ...
The Tech Edvocate

Ryanair’s April Fools’ Day Prank Dominates Social Media in 2026

Spread the loveApril Fools’ Day has become a highly anticipated occasion for brands and social media users alike, and 2026 was no exception. This year, the platform X, formerly known as Twitter, was ...