More often than not, pranks evoke positive emotions, albeit through the prism of shock. But sometimes those who pull them don ...

Some people and organisations have managed to fool not only their friends, but whole countries. Here’s our breakdown of some of the funniest and most ambitious April Fools' Day pranks ever ...

Among the most common pranks are those that exploit people's fears. This can be a grey area, as some can be shrugged off and laughed about while others can deepen existing fears. A good rule of thumb?