Why April Fools' Jokes End at Noon and Tradition's Origin
April 1, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via The Herald

April Fools' Day pranks traditionally stop at 12pm to mark the shift from morning fun to afternoon seriousness. The custom traces back centuries, blending folklore and calendar changes. Jokes after noon risk bad luck or invalidate the spirit of the day. People worldwide play along, but timing keeps the tradition intact. Today marks the annual celebration of clever hoaxes. Read more about this...