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BuzzFeed's listicle catalogs 49 cringe-worthy influencer moments—ranging from over-the-top pranks to stunts—that sparked public backlash and renewed debate about the ethics of chasing online fame.
Hall of Fame goalie Marc-Andre Fleury is also known for his playful pranks on teammates, which have become a cherished part of team culture, showcasing his humorous side alongside his legendary goaltending skills.
A group of crypto investors claimed responsibility for throwing green sex toys onto WNBA courts during games to promote a memecoin called Green Dildo Coin, which has a market cap of around $15 million. The pranks, intended as a humorous trend to revive meme culture, have caused outrage and led to arrests, but the organizers see them as a successful way to generate attention and financial gain for their digital tokens.
A collection of 21 humorous and amusing photos showcasing funny dog curls, office pranks, ironic accidents, quirky tattoos, amusing signs, and playful mishaps, all highlighting the lighter side of everyday life.
Several brands participated in April Fools' Day 2024 pranks, including Olipop with a fake "Sour Cream & Onion" soda, Bearaby with a 50-pound teddy bear named Junji, Sriracha with a prank about sriracha toothpaste, Omaha Steaks with meaty spritz sprays, and Rosetta Stone with "Rosetta Stoned," an app for translating cannabis lingo. Despite the pranks, real products from these brands, such as Olipop's healthy sodas, Bearaby's weighted blankets, Sriracha chili sauce, Omaha Steaks' meat offerings, and Rosetta Stone's language learning software, continue to be popular and well-received.
April Fools' Day 2024 brought a slew of hilarious video game jokes and pranks, including the reveal of the Virtual Boy Pro by Nintendo, a Pokemon Sleep Champion Tournament, Cyberpunk 2077's Floppy Edition with 97,619 diskettes, and Sega's Cartridge Loadable Content. Other highlights include the announcement of a new game called Duckside, Razer's gaming chair with A.I. arms, and various game updates featuring long necks in Among Us, a dirt mode in PowerWash Simulator, and a Poisonous Potato Dimension in Minecraft.
Companies and brands are rolling out April Fools' Day pranks, including spoof products like hot dog-flavored sparkling water, sour cream & onion soda, stoner lingo translation app, AI-powered plush dolls, and more. From meaty spritz sprays to Korean BBQ deodorant and Sriracha toothpaste, these humorous announcements aim to bring laughter and attention to the companies. Additionally, some real deals and promotions are also being offered by companies like The Cheesecake Factory and Patrón.
The exact origins of April Fools' Day remain uncertain, with theories linking it to Roman times and a calendar change in 1582 in France. Some famous pranks include the BBC's spaghetti harvest broadcast in 1957, a 2008 report on flying penguins, and Taco Bell's 1996 claim of buying the Liberty Bell. Additionally, in 1997, "Jeopardy" host Alex Trebek and "Wheel of Fortune" host Pat Sajak swapped places as an April Fools' Day joke, and in 2015, Netflix shared faux public service announcements to remind viewers to "Binge Responsibly."
YouTuber 'YaNike' has been arrested for pouring feces on unsuspecting people in the name of social media pranks, with videos showing him dumping buckets containing "diverse substances" on metro travelers in Belgium's capital city. After admitting to the pranks, he now faces charges of assault and battery, as well as damaging property.
Amazon has banned the sale of the FlipperZero gadget, a handheld device that can hack into digital frequencies, after it was discovered that it can clone credit card information, violating Amazon's rules on card skimming. The device gained popularity through TikTok pranks, with users using it to disrupt classes, manipulate restaurant screens, and interfere with vehicles. While it can be used for harmless pranks, it also has more nefarious capabilities, such as intercepting car key signals and opening card-locked doors. Amazon sent a warning to third-party sellers to stop selling the device, citing its card skimming abilities.
British YouTubers Josh Pieters and Archie Manners have put the outlandish theory of using anal beads and a chess computer to cheat in chess to the test. In a video released on their channel, Pieters played against grandmaster Daniel Fernandez while receiving instructions from Manners through a vibrator controlled by a smartphone. The code used to communicate the moves was simple, and Fernandez believed he was participating in a TV show about mastering a skill in three months. The experiment showed that with the help of the chess computer, Pieters was able to defeat Fernandez by exploiting a small mistake. The anal bead theory originated from a Twitch stream and was later parodied in an episode of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." While there is no evidence that the theory was ever used in actual cheating, it highlights the baseless nature of Magnus Carlsen's insinuation of foul play in a previous chess match.
Despite being sidelined due to injury, star pitcher Jacob deGrom is making a significant impact on the Texas Rangers' World Series run by keeping the team's spirits high with his pranks and lightheartedness. Known for his sense of humor and camaraderie, deGrom has become an integral part of the team, providing support and encouragement to his teammates. While he wishes he could be on the field, deGrom is fully invested in the Rangers' success and is doing everything he can to contribute to their historic journey.
In this episode of The Real Housewives of New York City, tensions rise as two fights break out among the women. The first fight centers around Jessel's background and whether she had a privileged upbringing compared to the other women. The second fight involves a prank gone wrong, with Erin keeping Ubah's phone overnight. Both fights highlight the drama and conflict that has come to define the Housewives franchise.
Matt Damon revealed that George Clooney was the "maddest I've ever seen him" after being pranked by Brad Pitt during the filming of "Ocean's Twelve." Pitt sent out letters in Italian to Italian crew members, instructing them not to look Clooney in the eye or refer to him as George. When Clooney finally realized what was happening, he retaliated by putting silly bumper stickers on Pitt's car. Damon also shared that he was once pranked by Clooney, but never sought revenge due to the anticipated severity of the countermeasures.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Harrison Ford had a lot of fun pranking each other on the set of "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny." Waller-Bridge scared Ford by wearing a mask of his face and hiding in his trailer, while Ford got his revenge by sneaking up on her wearing a mask of her face. The duo had a playful dynamic off-camera during filming, adding to the sense of fun and adventure on set.