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The ‘Real’ History of April Fools’ Day (and Why It Isn’t Funny Anymore)

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This Saturday is April 1, April Fools’ Day, the annual holiday that celebrates pranking, hoaxes, and all manner of jack-a-napes and tomfoolery. But why? Where did this faux-holiday come from? Why do we do this to each other, and when will we finally just stop?

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Source: LifeHacker.com