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The Man Who Faked A Volcano Eruption – One Of The Greatest April Fools’ Hoaxes Ever

ward 01/04/2026

It is April Fool’s Day, so I thought it apt to share one of the greatest April Fool’s pranks ever. This is from my Intriguing Times Substack. It really happened. … Read More

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The Man Who Faked A Volcano Eruption – One Of The Greatest April Fools’ Hoaxes Ever