Fools' Day

2024 - 3 - 31

Is April Fools' Day tricking you with fake news? Let's find out!

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Check if you can spot the real headlines from the fake news with our quiz! Don't be fooled this April Fools' Day!

April Fool's Day is notorious for spreading fake news alongside real headlines. To test your news literacy, take our quiz and see if you can differentiate between the fake stories and the genuine ones. It's like a game of hide and seek, but with news! Remember, staying vigilant online is crucial, especially during the prank-filled April Fools' Day. With experts in misinformation and news literacy advising caution, here are five tips to help you navigate the online world without falling for tricks. From fact-checking to verifying sources, these steps can save you from being the fool on this playful day. But who was the fool this time? The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) dismissed an April Fools' Day prank suggesting that Nigerian superstar Davido was arrested. Kenyans woke up to the unexpected joke, proving that even the authorities can't escape the playful spirit of April 1st. It's a reminder that not everything you read online is true, even when it involves famous personalities like Davido. Let's stay sharp and not get tricked by the web of fake news lurking online, not just on April Fools' Day but every day!

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April Fool's day: can you spot the news fakes? Take our quiz (The Guardian)

Take our fun test to see how good you are a spotting the fake news hidden among the real headlines.

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5 tips for not getting tricked online this April Fools' Day โ€” and beyond (NPR)

It's always smart to keep your guard up online, especially on April Fools' Day. Experts in misinformation and news literacy offer steps you can take to ...

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Who's the fool now? DCI rubbishes April Fools' Day prank on Davido ... (Citizen Digital)

On Monday morning, Kenyans were treated to an unexpected prank, where a local publication stated that Nigerian singer David Adeleke aka Davido was arrested ...

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