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Now that you\u2019re paying attention, remember it\u2019s April Fools’ Day. Don\u2019t believe everything you hear, read, or see today. But while you\u2019re at it, why not do an actual virus scan of your mobile device with our DFNDR feature, Full Virus Scan? Full Virus Scan searches through your entire device, including its memory and SD card, for malware and other potential threats. Click below to scan your device now. We promise it\u2019s a real link that will protect your phone against true attackers:<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Security<\/a><\/center>In the spirit of fun, here are five of the best April Fools\u2019 pranks in history:<\/span><\/p>\n

Flying Penguins <\/b><\/p>\n

On April 1, 2008, the BBC published an <\/span>article and video<\/span><\/a> claiming that their camera crew had discovered a group of flying penguins on King George Island. According to the article, the penguins took flight upon sensing rough changes in weather conditions, and migrated thousands of miles to the Amazonian rainforest for the winter. The problem? Penguins can\u2019t fly. <\/span><\/p>\n

Spaghetti Plant <\/b><\/p>\n

Well, it seems the BBC has been at it for at least half a century! On April 1, 1957, they released a fake broadcast showing farmers <\/span>harvesting spaghetti<\/span><\/a> in Switzerland. Spaghetti was not a popular delicacy in the UK at the time, so many viewers were excited about the \u201cspaghetti bush\u201d and were eager to begin growing their own. <\/span><\/p>\n

Washing of the Lions<\/b><\/p>\n

Ever wonder about the April Fools\u2019 pranks of 17th century Britain? Well, wonder no more. On April 1, 1698, citizens of London were invited to witness the annual \u201c<\/span>washing of the lions\u201d<\/span><\/a> in the moat outside of the Tower of London. Of course, there was no washing of any lions, but large crowds flocked to take part in the event, and the prank was even repeated year after year for two centuries. <\/span><\/p>\n

John Stamos Documentary <\/b><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a more recent trick, and one with multiple layers. Last year on April Fools\u2019 Day, Netflix <\/span>released a fake trailer<\/span><\/a> for a documentary all about the life of <\/span>Full House <\/span><\/i>actor John Stamos. A video in which Stamos angrily ranted at Netflix after finding out that they\u2019d used him for an April Fools\u2019 prank was then \u201cleaked.\u201d As it turned out, Stamos was in on the prank from the beginning. <\/span><\/p>\n

The Taco Liberty Bell<\/b><\/p>\n

Would you visit the <\/span>Taco Liberty Bell<\/span><\/a>? On April 1, 1996, Taco Bell released a number of statements in major newspapers telling readers that they had purchased the Liberty Bell in order to reduce America\u2019s national debt. They asserted that they would be renaming the structure the \u201cTaco Liberty Bell.\u201d There were so many strong reactions that Taco Bell released another statement around midday letting audiences know that the whole story was a joke. <\/span><\/p>\n

So, there are some of our favorite April Fools\u2019 pranks of all time. Who knows what\u2019s in store for this year? Remember to be on the lookout today! <\/span><\/p>\n

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