April Fools' Day, observed annually on April 1st, is a tradition characterized by the performance of practical jokes and hoaxes. Those perpetrating the pranks typically reveal their actions by exclaiming "April Fools!" at the target of the joke. Mass media outlets sometimes participate in these hoaxes, disclosing the truth on the subsequent day. Historically, dedicating a day to harmless pranks has been a widespread custom across various cultures.
In 1957, the BBC broadcast a segment on their Panorama program showcasing Swiss farmers harvesting freshly-grown spaghetti, leading to a flood of inquiries about purchasing spaghetti plants. The next day, the BBC declared the film a hoax.
In 1957, the reception to the BBC "spaghetti-tree hoax" caused newspapers to split over whether it was "a great joke or a terrible hoax on the public".
In 1973, April Fools' Day gained a special local name in Odesa: Humorina. This marked the beginning of its unique celebration in the city.
Since 2010, April Fools' Day celebrations in Odesa have included an International Clown Festival, celebrated jointly as one event.
In 2019, the Humorina festival was dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Odesa Film Studio, with all events emphasizing cinema.
In 2021, Google decided not to do pranks, as the pandemic was still ongoing.
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