April

Good news to self-confessed chocolate cake lovers! You can now more easily get Red Ribbon's delicious new Chocolate Heaven Cake as it will be offered in ...

Red Ribbon’s Chocolate Heaven remains as delicious and indulgent as ever—its layers of moist chocolate fudge cake, creamy chocolate icing and rich chocolate ganache that’s made with premium chocolate continue to impress chocolate lovers everywhere and allow the cake to live up to being Red Ribbon’s best chocolate cake yet. You can now easily get Red Ribbon’s delicious new Chocolate Heaven Cake as it will be offered in more Luzon stores starting April 1. Red Ribbon makes Chocolate Heaven available in more Luzon stores starting April 1

April 1 is celebrated as April Fools Day worldwide, but many may wonder how it came to be or what happened to create a day filled with pranks and jokes.

Our favourite hoaxes over the years—plus an article that now reads like one. Spot the intruder | The Economist reads.

In 1998 we made the case for child-free zones on all [planes and in restaurants](/leaders/1998/12/03/mums-the-word). ■ [More from The Economist reads](https://www.economist.com/the-economist-reads/) [Five non-fiction graphic books on lives in dangerous locations](/the-economist-reads/2023/03/31/five-non-fiction-graphic-books-on-lives-in-dangerous-locations) In the second, in 2006, the firm had pieced together the genomes for a range of mythological creatures, including [dragons](/science-and-technology/2006/03/30/here-be-dragons). And the third, in 2012, had readers excited about the possibility of [printing their own pets](/science-and-technology/2012/03/30/just-press-print). In 2009 we announced that The Economist was building its own theme park, called “ [Econoland](/britain/2009/03/31/the-economist-group-expands)”, which would combine the magic of the fair with the excitement of macroeconomics. In 1987 we called the 24-hour clock “inefficient” and advocated a move to [decimal time](/news/1987/03/28/time-to-change-time).

Blurry legs running in a marathon on wet pavement. Runners in the first wave break from the start on rain soaked streets during the 122nd running of the Boston ...

Saturday, Apr. - Sunday, Apr. James Bennett II is an arts and culture reporter for GBH News. The last week of April is also the last week of National Poetry Month. 22 is the beginning of National Park Week, and one of the National Parks Service’s entrance fee-free days, which means you can learn and explore on the government’s dollar. Some of the greatest record store day experiences are around the friends and strangers you hang out with during the day in the afternoon, even if you wake up too late to grab that "Space Jam" soundtrack. The Boston Wagner Society and Boston University Associate Professor of Music, Dr. [First Monday at Jordan Hall: Ligeti, Schubert](https://necmusic.edu/events/first-monday-jordan-hall-ligeti-schubert) 15, the final quartet of his short career. At the very least, go outside to go inside, to a restaurant, and savor some regional Greek food severely underrepresented in the city. It’s a literal holiday that ties in with the appearance of spring. When I first moved to Boston, I often (privately) joked that running was one of the only things to do here.

The waxing gibbous Moon shines in Leo, again forming an isosceles triangle with Regulus below it (in early evening) and Gamma Leonis (Algieba) to the Moon's ...

Look for it high in the west in early evening, lower in the west later. In a dark sky Hydra's head is a subtle but distinctive star grouping, about the width of your thumb at arm's length. Look for it starting about a half hour after sunset, far to the lower right of bright Venus. Mercury shows itself a little higher in the afterglow of sunset day by day, above the west horizon. ■ Castor and Pollux shine together high in the west-southwest after dark. And once the sky is dark enough, spot the Pleiades above Venus. Spot the Big Dipper almost overhead in the northeast. From there look higher upper right for Pollux and Castor (lined up nearly horizontal), lower right from Castor to dim Beta Aurigae and then bright Capella, lower left from there to Aldebaran, lower left to Rigel at the bottom of Orion, and back to Sirius. ■ The Moon, a day past full, rises in late twilight with Spica about 4° or 5° to its upper right. These are the two brightest stars in the sky at the time. The Hexagon is somewhat distended. The Moon is about 6° from each star.

The weather is becoming more conducive for comfortable stargazing across North America with temperatures gradually rising as spring progresses.

The majority of the continent will experience a partial solar eclipse. This will be a good year for the Lyrids as the shower peaks two nights after a new moon, meaning moonlight will not wash out any of the dimmer shooting stars. [15 to 20 meteors per hour](https://www.amsmeteors.org/meteor-showers/meteor-shower-calendar/) on the night of April 22, into the early morning of April 23, according to the American Meteor Society. The extended meteor shower drought will come to an end on Earth Day as the Lyrids peak. Mars and Venus will align with Mercury during the second week of April, creating a picture-perfect celestial sight. This wildflower is usually one of the first to bloom in spring and has pink petals, serving as the inspiration behind the full moon's nickname.

blooms adorn the earth, and bright stars freckle the sky. In spite of its characteristic showers, April 2023 provides plenty of time to stare up at the stars, ...

won't actually be able to see this eclipse, which occurs in conjunction with the new moon. Observing the stars is akin to stopping and smelling the flowers—an accessible and sustainable means of honoring the Earth, space, and our human reality. The height of spring can make the entire planet feel like a party.

Mars just grazes a star and a hybrid eclipse briefly hangs in the sky.

The next solar eclipse is an annular eclipse on Oct. But the eclipse is total along the central part of the track. The eclipse begins and ends as an annular eclipse, but for most of its path, it is total. Its magnitude 7.8 disk is poorly placed for observation in Pisces, particularly early in the month. In the meantime, enjoy the reappearance of the gas giant in our skies, along with its collection of moons. Eager observers swinging a telescope to Saturn low in the sky will be pleasantly rewarded by its 16"-wide disk and a thin set of rings, now inclined by only 9° to our line of sight.

It's Aries season. Unlock ways to create stable foundations this month.

Luckily, these vibes will continue to unfold throughout the next 12 months, giving you plenty of time and opportunities to make good on your goals. You’ll sense a shift when the Sun migrates into Taurus on April 20, pushing you to evolve on a soulful level. If you’re invested in making your mark in the digital realms, consider using this energy to rebrand your image, updating photos and information you post online. As Aries season activates the sector of your chart that governs luck and spirituality, the stars will work overtime to upgrade your life. The stabilizing nature of this cosmic climate will cause you to feel calmer and more in control of your situation, though you’ll want to watch out for stubborn behaviors that could cause you to get in your own way. Plan on holding space for yourself and your favorite people during the Libra Full Moon on April 5, putting you in a soft and relationship-oriented mood. Touch base with your work-life balance during the Libra Full Moon on April 5, which will activate the sector of your chart that governs the home and your nurturing demeanor. Unfortunately, the sparkling vibes brought on by the dawn of your season could be overshadowed as Mercury enters its retrograde motion April 21, threatening to trigger miscommunications, clumsiness, and unreliable technology. Financial matters will come into focus as the stars request that you check your spending habits in order to save and create more stable foundations for you and your family. Don’t worry, though — you can return to your full-steam-ahead attitude during the Aries solar eclipse on April 19, which is poised to ignite your passions and ability to reach goals. A cosmic union between the Sun and Chiron will bring forth opportunities to heal, making it important that you find balance between your needs and those of the people you care for most. The Libra Full Moon graces our skies April 5, marking one of the most romantic days of 2023 and the perfect excuse to celebrate the special people in your life.

Vogue Daily Horoscope, 1st April 2023: Today's prediction for all zodiac signs: Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, ...

Be confident in your ability to learn what you need to as you go along. Trust that stepping into the portal of personal power is going to make you a magnet for miracles *and* bring in opportunities that will propel you in the direction of growth. You are in the process of constructing a new reality for yourself and others, beautiful. Due to personal reasons, you will be getting hotter and smarter and sexier in the coming months. The sparkle you’ve been looking for awaits you outside of your comfort zone, beautiful. Give yourself the permission to explore the length and breadth of who you *outside* of the workspace. It’s true that Destiny plays a role in the way the story of our life unfolds. How would you know whether or not they’re willing to meet you halfway unless you give them a chance to see things from your perspective? PS: If you live near a natural body of water, be sure to pay a visit. On the personal front, some of you may feel like you’re repeating the victim narrative in your head. Cosmic tip: You deserve reciprocity, beautiful. Do you feel a sense of gratitude for the given chapter or a case of regret in retrospect?

Even Wordle isn't immune from the pranking, as we'll soon find out. Consider that an extra hint, dearest Wordlers. I asked ChatGPT to explain the origins of ...

Final note: This is kind of a BS day to get a Wordle in one. And the sad truth of it is, it was kind of a hole in two. No cleverness in the machine. Anyone lucky or clever enough to try March was rewarded with the hole in one. Wordle Bot took three, by the way. I plugged it in. Imagine my surprise when it turned over all green! Only one month remained, and it’s the one we just finished. The most widely accepted explanation is that it began in France in the 16th century. However, some people were slow to get the news or failed to recognize that the start of the new year had moved, and continued to celebrate it on April 1st. In 1582, France switched from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar. This is when bad joke headlines flood the internet and “fake news” takes on a whole new meaning—perhaps a less sinister one, but still annoying.

This Saturday collaboration between Wyna Liu and Joel Fagliano looks hard, but it really just looks hard.

[never to be returned](https://www.idioms.online/why-dont-we-have-an-english-word-for-deja-vu/)). A MAILBOX is a stumpy metal receptacle that’s meant to receive correspondence on paper, or “letters,” usually from people of a certain age. The MythBuster is ADAM SAVAGE, and the daughter is EVIE (I chose “Edie” here, at first). This “Word that means the same thing even with letters added” is a pun clue for a MAILBOX. I didn’t know who this “One member of TV’s MythBusters” was, nor did I remember the name of the “Wilcox daughter in ‘Howards End’” — even though I had read the book and watched the [Merchant-Ivory movie](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104454/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) when it came out. Since it’s the date of this puzzle’s publication, the entry here is “Wyna n Joel.” Oh, wait. [How to Make a Crossword Puzzle](https://www.nytimes.com/2018/09/14/crosswords/how-to-make-a-crossword-puzzle-the-series.html).” Perhaps you have rested your latte on one when sending a quick email or watching a TikTok while waiting for a traffic light to change. What is a MAILBOX? Fagliano constructed a grid full of peppy entries, and then a neutral party reconciled the two halves. Both are utterances that would answer this clue, “Cry heard on April Fools’ Day,” if they had fit. [SATURDAY PUZZLE](https://www.nytimes.com/column/wordplay) — If a puzzle like this one makes you wonder who makes the rules around here, well, Wyna Liu and Joel Fagliano make up at least 20 percent of The New York Times’s crossword nerve center.

Revellers dressed in mock military garb take part in "Els Enfarinats" food-battle in the southeastern Spanish town of Ibi on December 28, 2022, a celebration ...

Sizdah Bedar, which is [said](https://surfiran.com/sizdah-bedar-festival-iran/) to have been [ celebrated as far back as the 5th century BC](https://www.learnpersianonline.com/blog/persian-traditions-sizdah-bedar-13th-day-nowrouz/), is translated as “getting rid of 13,” so it has an appropriately superstitious air. In Brazil, however, April 1 is still the prank day of choice, and they cut straight to the chase by calling it “ [Dia das Mentiras](https://www.brownandhudson.com/news/article/april-fools-day),” or “Day of Lies.” [Day of the Innocents](https://panoramas.secure.pitt.edu/%E2%80%9C%C2%A1inocente-inocente%E2%80%9D-day-innocents-latin-america%E2%80%99s-april-fools%E2%80%99-day),” a late December Catholic feast with extremely un-silly origins that somehow became a day of jokes and pranks. If you don’t get gowked, there’s always an opportunity for humiliation the next day, which is “Tailie Day.” Tailie Day is for largely harmless derrière-related pranks, like pinning a tail on someone or sticking a sign on their back. However, research did turn up a [fantastic parting phrase](https://www.tbnpolska.tv/newsy/prima-aprilis-uwazaj-bo-sie-pomylisz) for prankers: Prima Aprilis, uważaj, bo się pomylisz! The “Els Enfarinats” tradition is reportedly more than 200 years old and involves a mock military-style “takeover” of the town, where the new rulers get to make up strange laws that others have to abide by. [one apocryphal origin theory](http://hoaxes.org/af_database/permalink/origin_of_april_fools_day) suggests that when France switched from the Julian calendar to the current Gregorian calendar in the 1500s, people thought it would be funny to jokingly celebrate the old “New Year’s” and make fun of people who forgot the change. Iran could boast the oldest April Fools’ traditions with its observance of Sizdah Bedar, which also has a prank-playing element. [stick paper fish on other people’s backs](https://frenchmoments.eu/april-fools-day-traditions-in-france-le-1er-avril/), kind of like an elevated “kick me” sign. A little flour throwing, a little dancing, and the day of Risk-inspired LARPing is complete. For some cultures, it’s not even relegated to one day in April, cracking the calendar wide open for multi-seasonal chaos. In France, a longstanding tradition is to

Donald Clarke: Once enthusiastically embraced by newspapers, the tradition has ebbed in recent years.

That record of pretentious journalism – a cousin of Private Eye’s Pseuds Corner – did not seem to detect the self-deprecation in “The proto-earthly intensity of the sub-Monostrovian narrative remains visibly, uncomfortably stratified”. The film pages in this newspaper were on board for a good portion of the current century. In 1999 the Guardian returned to San Serriffe to discover a “vibrant nation transformed by a visionary leader”. The title is an anagram of “April Fools”. Nobody needs to pull journalists away from the British Leyland dispute to compose a many-paged supplement on an imaginary island nation. General MJ Pica, the country’s dictator, is “named after a unit of measurement in type”. It says something about British dietary habits in the Macmillan era that millions believed pasta might grow on trees and that it might be susceptible to the “spaghetti weevil”. For decades, newspapers and broadcasters have joined in what I am required to call “the fun” (or, still worse, “the cra*c”). On April 1st, 2005, Michael Dwyer, my predecessor as film correspondent, published a “six-star” review of a non-existent film called Sail-Proof Lady. But the modern mode really seems to have kicked in with the BBC’s notorious “spaghetti tree hoax” in 1957. You can “win two weeks in San Serriffe as the guest of James Hunt” (the cavalier racing driver had just beaten Nikki Lauda to the world championship). This column has learned the internet is suffering from dry rot and will cease to function by the end of the current decade.

April Fools' Day: Why do we collectively try to mess with others on 1 April, and how do countries celebrate this festival of foolishness?

Only the Netherlands had to be sacrificed on the alter of prank this year. Just to be clear – the rest of this article is based on facts. The Portuguese don’t celebrate April Fools’ Day on 1 April and prefer the Sunday and Monday prior to Lent. The prank first appeared in a British newspaper on 2 April 1698, where an article on the front page read: "Yesterday being the first of April, several persons were sent to the Tower Ditch to see the Lions washed." In 2008, they fooled their audience again with their viral Miracles of Evolution trailer, which appeared to show some special penguins that had regained the ability to fly. In England, it had become a popular prank to send gullible victims to the Tower of London to see the washing of the lions – a ceremony that didn’t exist. Much later on, the BBC infamously reported on 1 April 1957 in a spoof segment that Swiss farmers were experiencing a record spaghetti crop and showed footage of people harvesting noodles from trees. It is called Gowkie Day, for the gowk - or cuckoo - a symbol of the fool. When the person receives the letter, they open it, read it and tell the messenger that they will have to take the letter to another person. April Fools’ Day is only celebrated for half a day in England. Others have pointed out that the Holi festival in India, which also takes place in March, could be the source of the day. Many trace the custom back to medieval France where 25 March used to be New Year's Day until the Julian calendar was reformed in 1564 and changed to the Gregorian calendar.

Then, around April 20, the solar eclipse and the new moon fall in Aries. This is the first of a whole new series of eclipses that will last until spring 2025, ...

Your focus might need to shift to commitments on the home front once the confident sun moves through your home zone from April 20 to May 21. From April 11 to May 7, Venus, the planet of relationships, moves through your daily routine zone, which can inspire you to make your wellness plan more social. From April 20 to May 21, the confident sun moves through your daily routine zone, encouraging you to focus on everyday details and your wellness. Once the sun moves through your intimacy zone from April 20 to May 21, surface-level conversations just won’t cut it — you’ll want to connect physically, emotionally, and mentally on a soul level. Around April 6, when the full moon falls in your sign, expect strong emotions related to these relationships and your sense of self to come. As your ruler, messenger Mercury, is retrograde in the same sector from April 21 to May 14, slowing down allows you to better connect the dots between the details of your day-to-day — and any responsibilities related to them — and the personal growth you’re itching to experience. You can also look forward to the sun’s trip through your higher learning zone from April 20 to May 21, supporting your desire to step beyond the mundane day-to-day. Around April 20, the solar eclipse and new moon in your adventure sector encourage you to spread your wings or take a leap of faith. And while messenger Mercury moves backward through the same zone from April 21 to May 14, reflect on and reassess your professional goals. Around April 20, the new moon and solar eclipse in your career zone kick off a new chapter for your professional path. Then, from April 11 to May 7, Venus, the planet of beauty, moves through your sign, making pleasure, creativity, and beauty even more of a focus. Right out the gate, you’ll get a message to embrace spontaneity and channel your emotions into an artistic or fun-filled project, thanks to the April 6 full moon in your self-expression and romance zone.

Daily Horoscope April 1, 2023: These are the most compatible zodiac signs of the day. Find the love daily astrological prediction for Aries, Libra, ...

It allows you to let go of the past and focus on the present, while also building and nurturing important relationships with loved ones. However, this can make it difficult to build trust and intimacy with your partner. You may want to do something out of the ordinary and surprise your beloved partner. This can help you create a fulfilling and enjoyable day with your loved one. By taking a curious and open-minded approach to your love life, you can learn to appreciate the lessons that come with each experience. Libra: Since your emotions are high today, it is a good idea to be aware of your feelings and how they may influence your actions. Virgo: Conversing with your loved one about things that interest you both can help create a comfortable and relaxed environment, where you can be yourself and enjoy each other's company. Leo: As you navigate the ups and downs of your own love life, it's essential to approach yourself with compassion and understanding. Therefore, make the most of this opportunity and engage in meaningful conversations to enhance your mental and emotional connection with your partner. As you embark on this journey of love, it is important to remain open and receptive to the myriad of possibilities that may present themselves. Cancer: You may have been waiting for this moment for a long time, and the universe is finally aligning to bring you closer to the person you've been seeking. When addressing these issues with your significant other, it is important to approach the conversation with love, respect, and empathy.

Add These Dates to Your G-Cal: · April 3: Mercury enters Taurus · April 6: Full Moon in Libra · April 10: Venus enters Gemini · April 11: Sun in Aries conjunct ...

The Sun in Taurus clashes with Pluto in Aquarius on the same day, and obsessive thoughts can bubble up to the surface. You may also be rehashing some of your ideas or an area of interest to study. The Sun enters Taurus on April 20 and you’re ready to spend more time with friends and connect with those you hold dear in your heart. This is your season to self-express and communicate what’s been in your heart and on your mind. More exciting news arrives on April 7 when Venus in Taurus dances with Neptune in Pisces. This generally marks a positive period between you and your loved ones.

Find out what's in store for April 2023 with your monthly tarot horoscopes, also known as tarotscopes, from "Glamour."

Don’t forget to check your [weekly horoscope](https://www.glamour.com/entertainment/horoscopes) on Glamour.) [here](https://www.astrosofa.com/horoscope/ascendant)—in 2023 with your monthly tarotscopes. [tarot cards](https://www.glamour.com/story/i-gave-caroline-calloway-a-tarot-card-reading-heres-what-happened) and [astrology](https://www.glamour.com/story/zodiac-gift-guide)—are here to help you navigate 2023. On February 5, we started off the month with a full moon in the fiery sign of Leo. On April 3, Mercury enters slow-moving Taurus and asks us to speak up for ourselves and stand in self-worth. The sun joined Mercury in Aries just one day later on March 20 and a new moon arrived in Aries on March 21.

April Fools Day is here, so don't trust anyone, not even Ronald McDonald himself - how many pranks have you fallen for today?

The Royal Albert Hall caption read: "Any truth in it? Popular paint brand Dulux got in on the fun by announcing that they would be "retiring its iconic Old English Sheepdog" after a 60-year reign. Babybel revealed it would be ditching its iconic circle design to be taken more seriously, opting for a new square version. Here’s a breakdown of the top five, don’t worry if you thought some of them were real…so did we. The origins of April Fools Day are unknown, or even why you must reveal your prank at midday to avoid being the fool yourself. But any seasoned pranksters know the time has come to come clean about their tricks.

What's the origin, history, and significance of April Fools' Day 2023? Here's everything you need to know.

Several Indian states observe their new year in the months of March and April. In the process of changing the New Year, France became the first country to implement the modifications in New Year's celebrations. This calendar established January 1 as the beginning of the New Year. Even India celebrates this day with a variety of jokes and humorous programmes. It extends its observance to several parts of the world. Nevertheless, before you know the reason, let's go back to the enjoyable time of year.

Media and brands take chance to offer up some light relief, including Matt Hancock cheddar and an Oasis reunion.

In a fake press release, the dating app Tinder said it would be banning all images of people holding fish, and the language learning app Duolingo said it had partnered with the streaming service Peacock on a fake dating show called Love Language. In a tweet, it called on listeners to “add more to your cooking than just a knob of butter – include a knob of cheese, too”. There were also reports that some of Britain’s tallest buildings, including the BT Tower, were to be converted into wind turbines to help Britain reach net zero under radical climate plans secretly approved by the government. [unveiled its new Big McNugget Boot](https://twitter.com/McDonaldsUK/status/1642059986980286466?s=20), “the most flavoursome shoe of SS23”, and the paint brand Dulux, which “decided” to ditch its iconic sheepdog logo in favour of a king charles spaniel in honour of the new monarch. On Saturday morning, though, readers enjoyed waking up to a wealth of stories offering some light relief. [opening of a hospitality suite](https://twitter.com/SaintsRugby/status/1642060634769563649?s=20) halfway up the Northampton Lift Tower.

People born in April have several different symbols that identify their birth month. April babies can bear the astrological signs Aries (born between April ...

The diamond is also seen as a symbol of clarity and strength. The flowers [daisy and sweet pea](https://www.almanac.com/content/birth-month-flowers-and-their-meanings) also represent those born in April. The gem then found its way to Europe. Diamonds were initially collected from streams and rivers in India. Here's what to know about April's birthstone, including its symbolism, meaning, colors and more. What is the birthstone for April? The gems were sought out by royalty and the wealthy. [60th and 75th wedding anniversaries.](https://4cs.gia.edu/en-us/blog/wedding-anniversary-gemstone-list-years-21-through-60/?_ga=2.236912257.1696882541.1679583639-208820563.1678393669) The [Aries](https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2022/10/19/aries-zodiac-sign-key-personality-traits-dates/8188554001/) (born between April 1 and April 19) or [Taurus](https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2022/10/19/taurus-zodiac-sign-key-personality-traits-dates/8196615001/) (born between April 19 and April 30). [Learn which gemstone represents each month and what it means.](https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2023/03/27/birthstones-by-month-meaning/11172204002/) [ its own gemstone](https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2023/03/27/birthstones-by-month-meaning/11172204002/) which represents those born in it.

I have always found April Fools' Day to one of the oddest of the days we observe. Days observed for no other reason than the calendar has turned one more ...

There has been many actually stories that have at first been questioned simply because of the date that they occurred. The writers likely thought they were being funny and maybe they were, but I have never thought of newspapers as some place that comedy belonged. The tradition of playing pranks on the first of April dates back hundreds of years in several European countries. You could argue that the date should give people clue to the joke, but items are not always read or viewed when you expect them to be. In Scotland: This is one of my favorite pranks — it involves sending a person with an important letter to someone else. Days observed for no other reason than the calendar has turned one more date have always felt a bit empty to me, and I’m not joking.

For decades, the first of April has been a day in which the public is tricked into believing crazy hoaxes — and is surprised by lighthearted pranks.

Another infamous gag on April Fools' Day occurred in the U.K. Therefore, hundreds of people called the network asking how to grow their own spaghetti trees before the BBC clarified it was a prank. The network ran a report on April Fools' Day that featured a Swiss family harvesting a record number of spaghetti crops from a purported "spaghetti tree." [CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER](https://www.foxnews.com/newsletters?cmpid=fnfirstnl) Federal Treasury building in Washington, D.C. citizens during this period had limited knowledge of pasta.

From now through mid-April, in the western evening twilight sky, the "Queen of the Night," better known as the brilliant planet Venus, will help you to ...

And if you're looking to try your hand at taking photos of some of these celestial sights, don't miss our guides on the [best cameras for astrophotography](https://www.space.com/best-cameras-for-astrophotography) and [best lenses for astrophotography](https://www.space.com/best-lenses-for-astrophotography). [Hayden Planetarium](https://www.amnh.org/our-research/hayden-planetarium) (opens in new tab). On April 10, it will be to the lower left, and on April 11, it will have shifted to its immediate left. Getting back to Mercury, I'm guessing that the evening of April 18 will probably be the last chance for most people to get a glimpse of it. On the evenings of April 10 and April 11, Venus will make its closest pass relative to the Seven Sisters, coming within 2.5 degrees of this beautiful cluster. [binoculars](https://www.space.com/26021-best-binoculars.html), scan near the west-northwest horizon to locate Mercury. On the evening of April 9, Venus and Mercury will appear closest together, 19.5 degrees apart. In fact, this will be Mercury's very best showing of the year for those who are located north of the equator — better than even this year's best pre-sunrise apparition (which will occur in late September). But this unfavorable circumstance will rapidly improve in the coming days, for although it will slowly fade, this will be more than compensated by the fact that Mercury will be pulling farther away from the sun and correspondingly lifting higher up into the sky. In fact, between April 4 and April 13, Mercury will be within 20.5 degrees of Venus. Don't forget a [moon filter](https://www.space.com/31048-how-to-observe-the-moon-telescope-binoculars.html)! Mercury ventures away from our star only about half as far into our evening sky, dodging out into view in the evening twilight low in the western sky.

Don't miss the rare hybrid eclipse, Lyrid meteor shower, Pink Moon, and more skywatching events in April 2023.

[eta Aquariids on April 15.](https://www.amsmeteors.org/meteor-showers/meteor-shower-calendar/#Lyrids) This shower is on the stronger side and peaks in early May. Meteors will appear to radiate near the constellation. And Pleiades, also known as the Seven Sisters, will appear as a bluish cluster just below Venus. The Lyrids are a moderate shower that light up the sky every Spring. Look for bright Venus in the western evening sky, as it’ll be nestled near the star clusters Pleiades and Hyades. [this month marks](https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/news/2348/april-2023-the-next-full-moon-is-the-pink-sprouting-grass-egg-or-fish-moon/#:~:text=NASA%2FJPL%2DCaltech-,The%20Next%20Full%20Moon%20is%20the%20Pink%2C%20Sprouting%20Grass%2C%20Egg,at%2012%3A35%20a.m.%20EDT.) the start or continuation of important holidays. Hybrid eclipses change in appearance from annular to total as they progress, giving viewers the best of both views. But you won’t have to wait that long to see any kind of solar eclipse: this October will bring an Passover begins as April’s full Moon rises, thanks to the lunar nature of the Hebrew calendar. If morning skywatching isn’t your thing, rest assured that Saturn will slowly creep into the evening sky as the year goes on. The elusive planet will Phlox subulata, also known as creeping phlox and moss phlox, starts to sprout its colorful flowers in April.

The name, Pink Moon, takes its name from a type of pink flower known as Phlox subulata - also called pink or moss phlox - that blooms in spring. Also, catch out ...

Venus's distance from the Earth varies from 24 million miles to 162 million miles. Mercury's distance from the Earth varies from 48 million miles to 137 million miles. The Lyrids will appear to radiate out from near the Lyra Constellation, which contains the bright star Vega. Saturn's distance varies from the Earth. The April Lyrids are expected to be active between April 16th and 25th, peaking on 11:45 p.m. Meanwhile, Mars (third brightest) will appear at 62 degrees above the west-southwestern horizon. On April 11th, Mercury will be at its highest above the west-southwestern horizon (7 degrees) as evening twilight ends at 7:41 p.m. Mercury (second brightest) at 6 degrees above the west-northwestern horizon will appear the lowest. CDT, the Moon will be at apogee, its farthest from the Earth for this orbit at 252, 088 miles. CDT, the Moon will be at perigee, its closest to the Earth for this orbit at 225,623 miles. The International Space Station rotates around the Earth at a speed of 17,500 mph. The International Space Station will make flybys across the North Texas sky this month.

While the press once pulled spectacular pranks on April 1, they now have to tread carefully with fake news. A look at some funny journalistic fiction over ...

Among the complaints sent to the paper was one from the zoo's director. [Pluto](https://www.dw.com/en/plutos-marvelous-methane-ice-dunes-surprise-scientists/a-44029378) Has Been Officially Reclassified As A Planet!" The seven-page report came complete with a map of the archipelago that featured places, ports and spots whose names were all word plays of fonts and typefaces. As spaghetti was a relatively unknown product in the UK back then, many viewers contacted the BBC for advice on growing their own spaghetti trees. A faster pace would not be conducive for squirrels in their height of mating season. The paper reported that the pandas, a gift from the Chinese government, were brown forest bears dyed to resemble pandas. The pranks were more impactful in the decades predating the internet and Google, where news was only available either in print or via radio and television. To date, no commercial airlines offer such flights. In 2010, Denmark's State National Historic Museum released a handout featuring a skeletal version of the city's famous tourist attraction "The Little Mermaid." But perhaps the best pranks have been pulled by the press — traditionally seen as the purveyors of truth — where for a day, journalists are allowed to release their inner fiction writers. London's Madame Tussauds Wax Museum featured in 2017 a special installation of "The Invisible Man." Despite being an April Fool's joke, this "news" was carried by other websites without any fact-checking.

April Fools' Day, which is also referred to as All Fools' Day, is an annual custom on April 1 whereby friends play practical jokes and hoaxes on themselves.

- Some historians speculate that April Fools’ Day dates back to 1582, when France switched from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar, as called for by the Council of Trent in 1563. While its exact history is shrouded in mystery, the embrace of April Fools’ Day jokes by the media and major brands has ensured the unofficial holiday’s long life. April Fools’ Day, which is also referred to as All Fools’ Day, is an annual custom on April 1 whereby friends play practical jokes and hoaxes on themselves.

“The gift of peace is given after we have the faith to keep His commandments,” President Eyring said. However, keeping the Lord's commandments requires love of ...

Pace](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/mark-l-pace?lang=eng), Sunday School general president. Haynie](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/allen-d-haynie), a General Authority Seventy. Tai](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/benjamin-m-z-tai), a General Authority Seventy, and President [Mark L. Stevenson](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/gary-e-stevenson?lang=eng) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles detailed the Easter story in [3 Nephi](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/3-ne?lang=eng). Cook](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/quentin-l-cook?lang=eng) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles taught the doctrine of the gathering of Israel and invited all to review President [Russell M. Gong](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/gerrit-w-gong?lang=eng) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles goes, he said, he gratefully learns from those who minister and care for others as the Savior would. Holland](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/jeffrey-r-holland?lang=eng) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, who is at home recovering from COVID-19. Oaks](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/dallin-h-oaks?lang=eng), First Counselor in the First Presidency, noted the absence of Elder [Jeffrey R. Nelson](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/russell-m-nelson?lang=eng)’s counsel to engage in the important work. Eyring: ‘Finding Personal Peace’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665997/president-eyring-april-2023-general-conference-finding-personal-peace) Eying](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/henry-b-eyring?lang=eng), second counselor in the First Presidency, taught about the miracle of finding personal peace through the Savior. Gong: ‘Ministering’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665949/elder-gong-april-2023-general-conference-ministering-blesses-generations) [Elder Quentin L.

Speakers from the Saturday morning session of April 2023 general conference included President Henry B. Eyring, three Apostles — Elder Cook, Elder Stevenson ...

Stevenson](https://www.thechurchnews.com/2015/10/29/23222691/elder-gary-e-stevenson-apostle-2015) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles [detailed the Easter story](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665940/elder-stevenson-april-2023-general-conference-easter-story-book-of-mormon) in [3 Nephi](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/3-ne?lang=eng). Gong](https://www.thechurchnews.com/2018/4/13/23213699/elder-gerrit-w-gong-apostle-2018) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles goes, he said, he [gratefully learns from those who minister](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665949/elder-gong-april-2023-general-conference-ministering-blesses-generations) and care for others as the Savior would. Pace](https://www.thechurchnews.com/2019/7/15/23215201/new-sunday-school-general-president-shares-why-he-is-all-in-to-do-whatever-god-asks-of-him), Sunday School general president. [leads to safety and strength](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665967/elder-haynie-april-2023-general-conference-follow-prophetic-counsel), taught [Elder Allen D. Tai](https://www.thechurchnews.com/2019/7/1/23215181/elder-benjamin-m-z-tai-general-authority-seventy-2019), a General Authority Seventy, and [President Mark L. Cook](https://www.thechurchnews.com/2007/10/6/23232563/elder-quentin-l-cook-apostle-2007-2) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles [taught the doctrine of the gathering of Israel](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665954/elder-cook-april-2023-general-conference-gathering-israel) and invited all to review [President Russell M. Cook](https://www.thechurchnews.com/2011/4/30/23226932/elder-carl-b-cook-general-authority-seventy-2011) of the Presidency of the Seventy [taught that God will help individuals](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665945/elder-carl-cook-april-2023-general-conference-just-keep-going-with-faith) overcome discouragement and other obstacles if they “look to Him, follow the promptings of the Holy Ghost and just keep going — with faith.” Oaks](https://www.thechurchnews.com/2018/1/25/23213455/getting-to-know-president-dallin-h-oaks-of-the-first-presidency), first counselor in the First Presidency, noted the absence of [Elder Jeffrey R. [ April 2023 general conference](https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2023/3/29/23661083/general-conference-april-2023-talk-summaries-session-highlights-news-announcements), [ President Henry B. Holland](https://www.thechurchnews.com/1994/6/25/23256894/elder-jeffrey-r-holland-apostle-1994) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, who is at home recovering from COVID-19. Nelson](https://www.thechurchnews.com/2018/1/16/23213417/getting-to-know-president-russell-m-nelson-of-the-first-presidency)’s counsel to engage in the important work. Speakers from the Saturday morning session of April 2023 general conference included President Henry B.

Read talk summaries and see photo galleries from the 193rd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Schmutz: ‘Trusting the Doctrine of Christ’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666204/trusting-the-doctrine-of-christ-elder-schmutz-april-2023-general-conference) [Elder Benjamin De Hoyos: ‘The Work of the Temple and Family History, One and the Same Work’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666214/elder-dehoyos-april-2023-general-conference-temple-family-history) [Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf: ‘Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Parents’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666237/elder-uchtdorf-april-2023-general-conference-jesus-christ-strength-parents) [New Young Women general presidency named, changes made in Young Men general presidency](https://www.deseret.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23660302/new-young-women-general-presidency-named-changes-made-in-young-men-general-presidency) [Meet the church’s 5 new General Authority Seventies](https://www.deseret.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666253/who-are-the-churchs-5-new-general-authority-seventy) [Latter-day Saint membership passed 17 million in 2023, according to a new church statistical report](https://www.deseret.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23663620/latter-day-saint-mormon-membership-increased-this-much-in-2022-says-new-church-statistical-report) Meurs: ‘He Could Heal Me!’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666163/elder-meurs-april-2023-general-conference-healing-redeeming-power-christ) [Elder Randall K. Haynie: ‘A Living Prophet for the Latter Days’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665967/elder-haynie-april-2023-general-conference-follow-prophetic-counsel) [President Henry B. Renlund: ‘Accessing God’s Power Through Covenants’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666146/elder-renlund-april-2023-general-conference-accessing-gods-power-through-covenants) [Elder Peter F. Cook: ‘Safely Gathered Home’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665954/elder-cook-april-2023-general-conference-gathering-israel) [Elder Allen D. Gong: ‘Ministering’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665949/elder-gong-april-2023-general-conference-ministering-blesses-generations) [Elder Quentin L. Eyring: ‘Finding Personal Peace’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665997/president-eyring-april-2023-general-conference-finding-personal-peace) [Saturday morning session: Latter-day Saints should make Easter as rich in tradition as Christmas, apostle says at conference](https://www.deseret.com/2023/3/31/23663557/lds-mormon-general-conference-saturday-morning-session) Stevenson: ‘The Greatest Easter Story Ever Told’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665940/elder-stevenson-april-2023-general-conference-easter-story-book-of-mormon) [President Bonnie H. 38 of 38 Cook: ‘Just Keep Going — With Faith’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665945/elder-carl-cook-april-2023-general-conference-just-keep-going-with-faith) [Elder Gerrit W. Cordon: ‘Arise, Come Forth Unto Christ’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23665942/president-cordon-april-2023-general-conference-arise-come-forth-unto-christ) [Elder Carl B.

SALT LAKE CITY — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invites everyone to watch this weekend's 193rd Annual General Conference.

There will be no overflow or standby seating options for the April 2023 general conference. Conferencegoers are encouraged to use public transit. [KSL TV special programming for April 2023 General Conference weekend] “We encourage members to listen to, study, ponder, and apply the counsel given.” “All Latter-day Saints, friends of the Church, and others are encouraged and invited to participate in general conference on Palm Sunday weekend.” - 2 p.m.

The newly sustained Young Women presidency left to right: First Counselor Sister Tamara W. Runia, President Emily Belle Freeman and Second Counselor Sister ...

Schmutz](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/jonathan-s-schmitt) and Elder [Benjamín De Hoyos](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/benjamin-de-hoyos). Browning](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/tracy-y-browning?lang=eng), second counselor in the Primary general presidency. Walker](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/alan-r-walker), General Authority Seventy, and Sister [Tracy Y. Christensen](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/craig-c-christensen), Elder [Evan A. Bennett](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/randall-k-bennett), Elder [Craig C. [Benjamin De Hoyos](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/benjamin-de-hoyos), Elder [Juan A. Meurs](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/peter-f-meurs), Elder [Randall K. Uchtdorf: ‘Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Parents’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666237/elder-uchtdorf-april-2023-general-conference-jesus-christ-strength-parents) Schmutz: ‘Trusting the Doctrine of Christ’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666204/trusting-the-doctrine-of-christ-elder-schmutz-april-2023-general-conference) [Elder Benjamin De Hoyos: ‘The Work of the Temple and Family History, One and the Same Work’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666214/elder-dehoyos-april-2023-general-conference-temple-family-history) [Elder Dieter F. Meurs: ‘He Could Heal Me!’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666163/elder-meurs-april-2023-general-conference-healing-redeeming-power-christ) [Elder Randall K. Renlund: ‘Accessing God’s Power Through Covenants’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666146/elder-renlund-april-2023-general-conference-accessing-gods-power-through-covenants) [Elder Peter F. Bennett: ‘Your Patriarchal Blessing — Inspired Direction From Heavenly Father’](https://www.thechurchnews.com/general-conference/2023/4/1/23666172/elder-bennett-april-2023-general-conference-patriarchal-blessing) [Elder Craig C.

It's Aries season as April opens, and a rebalancing full moon in Libra takes place at the top of the month. Taurus season begins mid-April, ...

Read your monthly horoscope Get horoscopes straight to your inbox when you [Mercury retrograde](https://www.vice.com/en/article/qjk5dq/mercury-retrogrades-2023-how-to-prepare) strikes again, this time in focused, determined, and sometimes stubborn earth sign Taurus. [a rebalancing full moon in Libra](https://www.vice.com/en/article/4a3dad/the-full-pink-moon-aprils-full-moon-in-libra) takes place at the top of the month.

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for April 2, ...

Your creativity and eye for detail is likely to prove a boon for your home. You may not be your convincing best on the professional front, which may affect your dealings. You are likely to consolidate on whatever you have achieved on the social front up till now. A family function is likely to keep you busy. A family gathering may find you on the centre stage. Buying property may be on your mind and is likely to become a reality soon. You may be tasked to organise something on the family front. Travelling is likely to open many new opportunities on the professional front. You are likely to increase your social interaction just to be in with the crowd. Good negotiations are likely to get you a piece of property for bargain price. Your resolve to keep fit and energetic may find you hitting the track. Read on to find out whether the odds will be in your favour today.

Your weekly horoscope for the week of April 2 through April 8, 2023, as forecast by astrologer Astro All-Starz, a.k.a. Vanessa Montgomery.

Put your mind, body, spirit, health, and the routines that serve them high on your to-do list. Thursday is the pointy end of this week as a full moon blooms in your opposite sign, designated all things bae. Peak feels ahoy as the full moon spotlights your innermost need for relational harmony and balance.

On the first day of April, everything has to be taken with a grain of salt. April Fool's Day is filled with pranks, jokes and hoaxes that sometimes seem ...

Vogue Daily Horoscope, 2nd April 2023: Today's prediction for all zodiac signs: Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, ...

This is your reminder to honour what you’re feeling and to give them a glimpse of your internal landscape. ”The how” and “the why” is *not* for you to worry about, beautiful. On other days, you feel there are some more tears to cry. On some days, you feel like you’ve felt all that there is to feel. So, practise letting go of your false sense of control as a meditation as you begin to trust that the Universal plan is in fact working in your favour. This is the season to release that old story with love and with tenderness, to make positive changes and to shift into a new timeline with awareness. Here’s the thing, Libra: every relationship is special and every relationship brings with itself a unique flavour. You came here to embrace your uniqueness and inspire the rest of the world to shine in their light. Come back home to yourself today. You possess the power to create a slice of paradise exactly where you are, beautiful. But, where is your need to please everybody stemming from? Begin to trust the flow and where life's taking you towards.

A bi-monthly look at what's to come for your sign courtesy of T&C's master astrologer, Katharine Merlin.

With Venus well aspected in Taurus on the 7th, close relationships can improve, and the 8th is an opportune time to pursue new plans. April 1—15: The 4th and 5th are the days to make sound, well-thought-out decisions. The full Moon of the 6th tugs you inward in an important way, and Venus, well aspected in your relationship angle, promotes closeness on the 7th. April 1—15: Try not to get too flustered by others’ rigid behavior near the 2nd and 3rd, because solutions on the 5th will resolve any issues. Still, decisions you reach near the 5th appear to be on target to get you on track. Getty Images

The month starts the return of the first two eclipses of the year (they always come in pairs, every six months) with the first one arriving as a new moon solar ...

Both planets will be outstandingly friendly to Neptune in your partnership house, so your creativity will be on display and highly valued. Venus will be in Taurus, her home sign, at the start of the month (until April 10) and will play a leading role, for Venus will have a stronger influence than usual. The final resolution will have long range implications, giving you stability and a better feeling of security. The first big aspect will arrive on April 5 when the full moon in Libra, 16 degrees, will bring a culmination to one or more financial matters. Jupiter will orbit very close to the Sun and will partner with the full moon. They are joyous and helpful, and despite a few antics from Pluto, I feel you will like this month—things are changing for the better.