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Surge Delivers Preliminary Economic Assessment For High-Grade Nevada North Lithium Project; After-Tax NPV8% US$9.21 Billion and After-Tax IRR of 22.8% OPEX of US$5,097/tonne LCE
NNLP PEA Highlights: After-tax NPV8%: US$9.21 Billion, IRR of 22.8% at US$24,000/t LCE price Operating cost ("OPEX"): US$5,097/t LCE Near-surface, high-grade mineralization provide Surge NNLP advantage PEA mine and processing plan produces 3.6 Mt battery-grade lithium carbonate equivalent ("LCE") over the 42-year life of mine ("LOM") Average Annual Production of 86,300 tonnes LCE Peak Production of 109,100 tonnes LCE in Year 6 Lithium Plant will be built in two phases Phase 1 ("P1") Capital Cost ("CAPEX"): US$2.97 Billion, Phase 2 ("P2") CAPEX: US$2.35 Billion, total of US$5.30 Billion Sustaining Capital: US$1.51 Billion After-tax payback: 4.7 years Average LOM annual after-tax cash flow: US$1.06 Billion West Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 9, 2025) - Surge Battery Metals Inc. (TSXV: NILI) (OTCQX: NILIF) (FSE: DJ5) (the "Company" or "Surge") is pleased to report the results of its 2025 Preliminary Economic Assessment Study ("PEA") for the Nevada North Lithium Project ("NNLP") located in Elko County north-northeast of Wells, Nevada. The PEA, completed jointly by lead consultants M3 Engineering & Technology Corp. ("M3") and Independent Mining Consultants ("IMC"), confirms robust economics for a low-cost, large-scale and long-life conventional open pit and dry-stack tailings operation producing battery-grade lithium carbonate through on-site treatment of the mined material processed through a sulfuric acid leaching circuit. The PEA scenario envisions 2 phases over the initial 42-year mine life. Phase 1 includes 2.58 million tonnes per annum ("Mtpa") processing throughput doubling to 5.15 Mtpa in Phase 2, which comes online in Year 4 of production. A combination of the shallowest and highest lithium grades is prioritized for processing, resulting in a variable battery-grade lithium carbonate production that peaks in Year 6 at 109,100 tonnes LCE, and averages 86,300 tonnes/year LCE for a total of 3.63 million tonnes LCE over the LOM at a lithium recovery of 82.8%. The PEA is derived using the inferred Mineral Resource Estimate ("MRE") effective as of October 9, 2024 and completed by Dr. Bruce Davis (the "MRE"). The effective date of the PEA is May 19, 2025, and a NI-43101 compliant technical report (the "Technical Report") will be filed under the corporations SEDAR+ profile within 45 days of this news release. The preliminary economic assessment is preliminary in nature and includes inferred mineral resources that are considered too speculative geologically to have the economic considerations applied to them that would enable them to be categorized as mineral reserves. There is no certainty that the preliminary economic assessment will be realized. Mineral resources that are not mineral reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. The figures shown above represent the NNLP's potential economics with certain LCE selling price assumptions. The NNLP's sensitivity to LCE selling prices is detailed below in Table 2. To model 100% ownership of the subsurface mineral rights on privately held land, Surge has assumed a 2% gross revenue royalty in its economic model on all revenues from the private land. Mr. Greg Reimer, Chief Executive Officer and Director, commented, "We are ecstatic to present the results of this PEA for the Nevada North Lithium Project. Our goal was to demonstrate that even using best in class environmental practices, NNLP could potentially be a major low-cost producer of battery-grade lithium carbonate for the United States battery industry, and we have taken a major step in achieving that with today's results. The NNLP will benefit the local community with a long and stable 42-year mine life, with significant extension potential, that will bring thousands of high paying jobs to northeastern Nevada. Additionally, all of this is possible with a design that doesn't produce a tailings pond. The combination of low OPEX, great ROI, and the ability to produce large quantities of battery-grade lithium carbonate including a peak of 109,100 tonnes in one year showcases the Tier 1 status of NNLP. We received the last assays from our initial drill program in January 2023 and are now reporting an NPV of US$9.21 Billion in a period of 2.5 years. Our goal is to continue to advance and derisk the NNLP at a rapid pace, and we hope for further improvements in the Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility stages of development." Table 1 - NNLP PEA Key Financial Highlights2 Description Units NNLP PEA LCE Selling Price $/tonne LCE $24,000 Life of Mine years 42 Processing Rate P1 / P2 ROM Mtpa 2.58 Mtpa / 5.15 Mtpa Average Throughput (LOM) t/y 4.88 Mtpa LCE Produced (average LOM) t/y 86,300 LCE Produced (total LOM) tonnes 3,626,000 Operating Cost (OPEX) LOM $/tonne LCE $5,097 Gross Revenue $ B $87.0 Capital Cost (CAPEX) P1 $ M $2,973 Capital Cost (CAPEX) P2 $ M $2,350 Total Capital Cost (CAPEX) $M $5,323 Sustaining Capital Costs (undiscounted) $ M $1,514 Project Economics Pre-Tax Net Present Value (NPV) (8%) $ M $11,395 Internal Rate of Return (IRR) % 25.5% Initial Payback Period (undiscounted) years 4.3 Average Annual Cash Flow (LOM) $ M $1,269 Cumulative Cash Flow (undiscounted) $ M $60,911 Post-Tax1 Net Present Value (NPV)8%) $ M $9,214 Internal Rate of Return (IRR) % 22.8% Payback Period (undiscounted) years 4.7 Average Annual Cash Flow (LOM) $ M $1,062 Cumulative Cash Flow (undiscounted) $ M $50,973 Notes:1. Tax calculation includes Federal Taxes, all Nevada State taxes and royalties and Elko County Property Tax estimates as well as available producer tax credits.2. The tabulated calculations are based on inferred mineral resources. Sensitivity Analysis Table 2 presents the NNLP Project's sensitivity to LCE selling price. Table 2 - NNLP Sensitivity Analysis Sensitivity ($)/t LCE $15,000 $18,000 $21,000 Base Case $24,000 $27,000 $30,000 $33,000 Post-tax NPV8% (millions) 2,792 4,983 7,099 9,214 11,314 13,354 15,394 Post-tax IRR (%) 13.0% 16.6% 19.8% 22.8% 25.7% 28.2% 30.6% Project Details The Nevada North Lithium Project is in Elko County in northern Nevada, USA. The Project is approximately 73 kilometers (km) north-northeast of Wells, Nevada, 87 km west of the Utah Border and 35 km due south of the Idaho border. The Project is accessible via a paved highway and county-maintained gravel roads with good regional infrastructure including power and rail. Northern Nevada is a major hub for open pit mining operations and is recognized as one of the most concentrated areas in the world for skilled mining labor. Nevada is home to experienced regulators where Federal and State of Nevada agencies flow well-established protocols for hard rock mine permitting. Drilling has identified a strongly mineralized zone of lithium bearing clays occupying a strike length of more than 4,300 meters and a known width of greater than 1500 meters. The Nevada North Lithium Project has a pit-constrained Inferred Resource containing an estimated 8.65 Mt of Lithium Carbonate Equivalent (LCE) grading 2,956 ppm Lithium at a 1,250 ppm cutoff. Mine Life & Production The NNLP is planned as a simple truck and shovel operation that targets the shallow, high-grade portions of the resource in the early mine life. A total of 205 Mt of mineralized material will be mined from the open pit at an average lithium grade of 4,016 ppm. A total of 238 Mt of waste material will be extracted, resulting in a low strip ratio of 1.16. The open pit operation will be executed in 14 pit phases over 42 years, including 3 months of pre-production, with an owner-operated mining fleet. Average LOM production of approximately 86,300 tonnes/year LCE for 42 years. Figure 1 shows the lithium production and lithium grades in the plant feed and the post-beneficiation leached lithium grade by Production Year. The process is based on sulfuric acid leaching and industry standard techniques with a flowsheet that produces a high-purity lithium carbonate that is subsequently upgraded to battery-grade in a refining step. On-site acid production from elemental sulfur minimizes traffic to site, eliminates the hazards of acid shipping, reduces the plant electricity demand, and ensures that best-in-class environmental practices are employed. Beneficiation is employed using Falcon 'C' Concentrators, which results in an average boost of 25% to the lithium grades prior to leaching (see press release dated October 29, 2025 available on the Company's SEDAR Profile). Figure 1 - NNLP Lithium Production and Lithium Grades over LOM To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Table 3 - LOM NNLP Mining & Production Parameters Parameter Unit Value Mine Production Life Years 42 Material mined LOM Mt 443 Average Grade Mined ppm Li 4,016 Peak ROM head grade to beneficiation1 ppm Li 4,807 Peak Head Grade to Leach1 ppm Li 5,964 Recovered LCE LOM Mt 3.63 Lithium Recovery % 82.8% Waste LOM Mt 238.4 Total Mineralize Material throughput LOM Mt 204.8 Strip Ratio (LOM) (tw:to) 1.16 Notes:1. A combination of shallowest and highest head grades is prioritized through the mine plan. This peak occurs in Year 6. Operating Expense (OPEX) Estimate The operating expenses are based on an operation achieving a LOM average annual production of approximately 86,300 tonnes/year of battery-grade LCE. The average operating cost estimated for the mine and processing facilities are as follows: Table 4 - NNLP OPEX Estimate Area $/tonne LCE Percent of Total Mine $413 8.1% Tailings $287 5.6% Lithium Processing1 $4,260 83.6% General & Administrative $137 2.7% Total $5,097 100% Notes:1. Tailings cost includes coarse gangue, clay tailings, and salt tailings Capital Expense (CAPEX) Estimate The initial Phase 1 CAPEX is estimated to be US$2.95 Billion with a mine CAPEX of $23 million for a total of US$2.97 Billion. The Phase 2 CAPEX is estimated to be US$2.35 Billion. Sustaining Capex is estimated to total US$1.51 Billion over the LOM. The CAPEX is a Class 5 AACE estimate, and includes offsite infrastructure, owner's cost and contingency. The total Phase 1 construction period, including early works, commissioning and start-up is expected to be 3.5 years. Phase 2 is expected to be a 3-year construction and commissioning schedule. Table 5 - NNLP CAPEX Estimates Area Phase 1 Capex ($M) Phase 2 Capex ($M) Sustaining Capital ($M) LoM ($M) Mine $23 $142 $165 Process Plant & Infrastructure $2,950 $2,350 $1,371 $6,671 Total $2,973 $2,350 $1,514 $6,836 Qualified PersonsDaniel Roth, PE and Joshua Huss, PE, of M3 Engineering & Technology, Independent Qualified Persons as defined by National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") have prepared or supervised the preparation of, or have reviewed and approved, the scientific and technical data pertaining to the financial modelling and metallurgical information contained in this release. John Marek, PE, of Independent Mining Consultants, Independent Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101, has prepared or supervised the preparation of, or has reviewed and approved, the scientific and technical data pertaining to mining and mine scheduling contained in this release. William van Breugel, PEng., of SGS Geological Services, Independent Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101, has prepared or supervised the preparation of, or has reviewed and approved, the data pertaining to the lithium carbonate base case selling price. All of the Qualified Persons above are independent of the Company as defined in, and required by, NI 43-101 and NI 43-101CP. About M3 Engineering & Technology Corp. M3 Engineering & Technology Corporation ("M3"), a full-service Engineering, Procurement, Construction & Management firm, is recognized for its experience and capabilities in the development and construction of mining and mineral processing projects. In addition to base metals, precious metals, and semi-precious metals, M3 has increasingly applied its expertise to the industrial and critical minerals market. This has included conventional and novel processes of lithium extraction. About Independent Mining Consultants Independent Mining Consultants, Inc. (IMC) has provided mine engineering services to the mineral industry for over 40 years. Mine planning, equipment selection, and mine cost estimation are part of the services provided by IMC. About Surge Battery Metals Inc. Surge Battery Metals, a Canadian-based mineral exploration company, is at the forefront of securing the supply of domestic lithium through its active engagement in the Nevada North Lithium Project. The project focuses on exploring clean, high-grade lithium energy metals in Nevada, USA, a crucial element for powering the electric vehicles of tomorrow. With a primary listing on the TSX Venture Exchange in Canada and the OTCQX Market in the US, Surge Battery Metals Inc. is strategically positioned as a key player in advancing lithium exploration, contributing significantly to the sustainable future of the electric vehicle industry. On behalf of the Board of Directors "Greg Reimer" Greg Reimer,President & CEO Contact Information Email : info@ : 778-945-2656Website: Keep up-to-date with Surge Battery Metals: TwitterFacebook LinkedIn Instagram YouTube Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. This document may contain certain "Forward-Looking Statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws. When used in this news release, the words "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "expect", "target, "plan" or "planned", "possible", "potential", "forecast", "intend", "may", "schedule" and similar words or expressions identify forward-looking statements or information. These forward-looking statements or information may relate to future prices of commodities including lithium and nickel, the accuracy of mineral or resource exploration activity, reserves or resources, the accuracy of cash flow forecasts, projected capital and operating costs, metal processing recoveries, mine life, production rates, regulatory or government requirements or approvals including approvals of title and mining rights or licenses and environmental, local community or indigenous community approvals, the reliability of third party information, continued access to mineral properties or infrastructure or water, changes in laws, rules and regulations including in the United States, Nevada or California or any other jurisdiction which may impact upon the Company or its properties or the commercial exploitation of those properties, currency risks including the exchange rate of USD$ for Cdn$ or other currencies, fluctuations in the market for lithium related products, changes in exploration costs and government royalties, export policies or taxes in the United States or any other jurisdiction and other factors or information. The Company's current plans, expectations, and intentions with respect to development of its business and of its Nevada properties may be impacted by economic uncertainties arising out of any pandemic or by the impact of current financial and other market conditions (including US government subsidies or incentives) on its ability to secure further financing or funding of its Nevada properties. Such statements represent the Company's current views with respect to future events and are necessarily based upon several assumptions and estimates that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant business, economic, competitive, political, environmental (including endangered species, habitat preservation and water-related risks) and social risks, contingencies, and uncertainties. Many factors, both known and unknown, could cause results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from the results, performance or achievements that are or may be expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The Company does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update these forward-looking statements or information to reflect changes in assumptions or changes in circumstances or any other events affecting such statements and information other than as required by applicable laws, rules, and regulations. To view the source version of this press release, please visit
Business Mayor
11-05-2025
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West Central Railway introduces optical fibre-enabled signal control technology at Nishatpura yard
Bhopal: In a significant move towards modernity and safety, West Central Railway's Bhopal division has introduced a state-of-the-art signal control technology based entirely on optical fibre operation at its Nishatpura yard, replacing the traditional wiring system, officials said on Sunday. 'This first-of-its-kind cutting-edge technology will play a key role in making Indian Railways safer and more technologically advanced in the coming years,' WCR's Bhopal division's PRO Naval Agrawal told PTI. Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Saurabh Kataria said that this advanced technology has recently been commissioned on two signal posts at Nishatpura yard. A phased roll-out has already begun on the Bhopal-Bina railway section. As per current plans, the entire section is expected to be upgraded with this new system by June 2026. Agrawal said that until now, signal control systems used conventional multi-wire mechanisms, which were prone to delays and occasional malfunctions. The newly introduced system uses optical fibre cables, ensuring faster, more secure, and highly reliable signal transmission compared to traditional methods, he added. The core of this upgrade is the 'Lamp Output Module' (LOM)- a device that sends signal commands directly from the control room to the signal posts through optical fibre, he said. With this new method, signals along the railway track are controlled directly through fibre lines instead of conventional wiring, the PRO added. 'No bulky wiring is required as all communication will happen through fibre optics, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted signal operations,' he said, adding that signals cannot go blank under the modern system. Even if one component fails, the signal remains visible to trains. Additionally, trains will run more safely and punctually, Agrawal said. The system includes an automatic cooling fan that activates when needed to prevent over-heating of equipment, he added. In the event of the failure of a fibre line, a backup line takes over instantly, ensuring uninterrupted service, the railway officer explained. This system makes maintenance easier and is cost-effective due to minimal hardware and streamlined setup. READ SOURCE
Time of India
11-05-2025
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- Time of India
West Central Railway introduces optical fibre-enabled signal control technology at Nishatpura yard
Bhopal: In a significant move towards modernity and safety, West Central Railway 's Bhopal division has introduced a state-of-the-art signal control technology based entirely on optical fibre operation at its Nishatpura yard , replacing the traditional wiring system, officials said on Sunday. "This first-of-its-kind cutting-edge technology will play a key role in making Indian Railways safer and more technologically advanced in the coming years," WCR's Bhopal division's PRO Naval Agrawal told PTI. #Operation Sindoor India responds to Pak's ceasefire violation; All that happened India-Pakistan ceasefire reactions: Who said what Punjab's hopes for normalcy dimmed by fresh violations Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Saurabh Kataria said that this advanced technology has recently been commissioned on two signal posts at Nishatpura yard. A phased roll-out has already begun on the Bhopal-Bina railway section. As per current plans, the entire section is expected to be upgraded with this new system by June 2026. Agrawal said that until now, signal control systems used conventional multi-wire mechanisms, which were prone to delays and occasional malfunctions. The newly introduced system uses optical fibre cables, ensuring faster, more secure, and highly reliable signal transmission compared to traditional methods, he added. Live Events The core of this upgrade is the " Lamp Output Module " (LOM)- a device that sends signal commands directly from the control room to the signal posts through optical fibre, he said. With this new method, signals along the railway track are controlled directly through fibre lines instead of conventional wiring, the PRO added. "No bulky wiring is required as all communication will happen through fibre optics, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted signal operations," he said, adding that signals cannot go blank under the modern system. Even if one component fails, the signal remains visible to trains. Additionally, trains will run more safely and punctually, Agrawal said. The system includes an automatic cooling fan that activates when needed to prevent over-heating of equipment, he added. In the event of the failure of a fibre line, a backup line takes over instantly, ensuring uninterrupted service, the railway officer explained. This system makes maintenance easier and is cost-effective due to minimal hardware and streamlined setup.
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09-04-2025
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34 Gag Gifts Guaranteed To Make Anyone Laugh As Soon As They Open Them
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Shopping · From classics like a snake-in-a-can to more ~advanced~ no-rip toilet paper, there's something on this list that's perfect for any jokester. 1. A mini inflatable tube guy because there is *no way* they can look at this little dude and not giggle. If they're feeling extra goofy, imitating him is ~encouraged.~ Promising reviews:"I bought this as kind of a gag gift, but it turned out to be a huge hit. It is so cute. If it is used a lot, you will need lots of batteries unless you have an electrical power pack." — L OM "Got this as a toy for my 7-year-old. She loves it. It's compact and is fun to watch wave around. Very similar to its full-size big bro. Great product!" — Christell Get it from Amazon for $11.66. 2. 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Overall, this is a great gag gift or just a great gift to give someone who's stressed out a lot, which these days who isn't?" — An Honest Reviewer "I bought this as a white elephant gift for Christmas in the office. I anticipated it to be thin, flimsy, and cheap. However, it was just the opposite. My coworker has it sectioned to her glass wall and people use it all the time. The section is strong, and the item itself feels very sturdy. I was pleasantly surprised, and it was one of the favorite gifts of the day." — Vicki McClain Get it from Amazon for $22.95 (available in two colors). 6. A welcome- ish door mat to make sure their guests are aware that they are allowed to come over, but only if it is for an appropriate amount of time. Perfect for any introverts who have a shorter social battery! Promising review: "Got this for my daughter! She loved it! Perfect item for people who don't care for lots of socializing…for those that don't like when it's too 'peopley', they will appreciate the humor!" — T Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four sizes and 11 colors). 7. A giant waffle…blanket for anyone who eats waffles on the daily and has been known to scream "leggo my Eggo" if anyone tries to take a bite. Now they can finally live out their dreams of being fully surrounded by a delicious breakfast food. Promising reviews: " This was supposed to be just a gag gift and it turned out to be something that is used every evening because it is so comfortable and warm. It washes beautifully in the washing machine..." — Inspired educator "My grandson loves this waffle lightweight throw. He got up and made sure everyone could see it. Well made. Not too heavy, just right for watching TV on a cooler night. This is the third unique one I purchased. Now all three grandsons have one, each being different. 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It looks sort of like a normal roll of toilet paper. More like the thin roles that you would find in a public bathroom. It still looked very real!" — Anna Alise Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 11. A dinosaur eating gnomes figurine to show them how you really feel about the extensive gnome collection in their front yard. Promising reviews: "I bought this as a surprise gag gift for my sister and her two sons (bot pre-teen). I shared the tracking and the suspense just built! They all loved it and found a great spot in the garden for it. I was pleased with the whole experience." — Christine H "I keep this on the sideboard in the dining room. I feel that's the proper place for it. I get more compliments and chuckles and looks of pure merriment every time someone sees it. And it's every time, regardless of whether they've seen it before. My favorite thing in the house." — Margaret W. Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two sizes). 12. 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The golf lovers in the group all wanted one." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $27.99. 17. A Bob Ross chia pet that kinda speaks for itself. Plant and art lovers will rejoice at this completely unique gift. Go get them a ch-ch-ch-chia! Promising review: "I got this Chia pet as a gag gift for my brother-in-law, who was a fan of Bob Ross. Watching him paint was soothing and a great way to fall asleep. He loved getting this and had a lot of fun watching his 'hair' grow." — Ellen Get it from Amazon for $24.71 (available in seven other variations). 18. A pair of Fish Flops so they can up their slides game to this sweet pair that looks like a fish is swallowing their whole foot. They do always say they're a trendsetter... Amazon, Promising reviews:"I got these as a gag gift for a friend, but she was surprised how durable and comfortable they are. Who doesn't love fish flops?!" — Jonelle "These are some of the ugliest awesome slides I have ever had the privilege of headturners that everyone loves, and they are surprisingly squishy and comfortable too. Love them!" — Brian Get them from Amazon for $23.99 (available in women's sizes 5–16/men 's sizes 3–15 and 12 colors). 19. A tin of emergency underpants, which is perfect to have on hand while they open up all these hilarious gifts as a backup in case they do, in fact, pee themselves from laughing so hard. Promising review:"Hey! If you're on the fence about getting this gag IT!!! Today is my husband's birthday and he couldn't stop laughing when he opened this! Our kids kept referring to it as the 'man diaper' while keep in mind that this gag gift is NOT geared only toward a man! This was worth every penny and my husband sent me a photo to make me laugh now! Apparently he carried it on him as he headed out the door LOL. He hasn't opened I am unaware of how they would actually fit him. However, the purpose it was purchased for, did not let me down." — CB Get it from Amazon for $7.26. 20. A mini violin so they can join Mr. Krabs's tiny orchestra that plays the perfect pity party soundtrack. This comes with the mini violin, stand, bow, and case. Promising reviews:"Purchased this at my husband's request. It was a gag gift for a coworker known to be a notorious complainer. Upon receiving, my husband laughed hysterically, which I'm taking as a sign of his approval." — Lucy "It looked exactly like my real violin! But a mini version. Such specific details for such a small instrument!!! It uses ACTUAL wood, little metal strings, and real pegs!!!!!!!! It has a little case that is a pretty velvet red and black color. The bow is real wood also, but the actual bow hair is plastic. If you replace the plastic bow hair with horse hair, and apply rosin, THE LITTLE VIOLIN CAN REALLY WORK!" — Michelle Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in four sizes). 21. A pack of socks designed to look like pizza, with a pizza box and little plastic table thingy included. Get yourself some extra points by offering them an actual slice of pizza, too. These socks fit men's sizes 9.5–13. Promising reviews: "Got this as a gift for my friend! Looks exactly as shown in photos. Great gag gift for someone who is a pizza fanatic and likes print socks!" — Lea "I got these for my boyfriend for Christmas. He laughed so hard when he opened the gift, and he wanted to figure out how to fold everything the way it came so that it always looks like a little pizza. 🍕 Very happy I bought this." — Alexa Starr Get the box of four pairs from Amazon for $19.99 (available in two size ranges). 22. A prank box with a spider that'll jump out when they open it. You can either use it on its own or filled with a gift card, candy, or other small treat. Let's just say it may take them a little while to ever trust a box you hand to them again. Promising review: "We got this box to prank my son's surgeon. The surgery was scheduled for April Fools' Day, and my son (9-years-old) is a big jokester. I looked at a few different boxes like this and was tempted to get a cheaper one, but I chose this one because it got good reviews. I was pleasantly surprised at how very well-made it is! And it's a nice size, too, so we were able to fit some brownies inside as an actual gift. I would definitely recommend spending a few extra dollars and getting this one." — Amy Wallace Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in two sizes). 23. A classic snake-in-a-can to scare the bejesus out of them the next time they ask for a snack right before you're about to serve dinner. Promising reviews: "This chip joke is the best! We bought [it] for April Fool's, and we all love it. We scare everyone we can with it!" — Julie Carlson "My 6-year-old loved it and then my wife took it to the high school she teaches at and all the teens thought it was funny and played with it. Broad age gap for fun." — Welsey Fraser Get it from Amazon for $8.49. 24. Some voice- or motion-activated prank stickers they can place on their coffee maker, TV, and so much more to trick their guests into wondering why "make me some coffee" isn't magically dispensing a much-needed hot beverage!!! Amazon, Amazon Promising reviews:"Used these for April Fool's joke, worked as planned. Very funny." — Shonda Woods "We have put these things on flower pots, weed eaters, a shovel, they are juvenile, but always get a smile when seen. I do not condone vandalism, but I have seen a few of these stickers on 'non-automatic' paper towel dispensers, in a few gas station bathrooms. The thought of someone talking to a paper towel dispenser, in public, makes me giggle." — Amazon reviewer Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $8.99. 25. Some glowing lightsaber chopsticks because no matter how much everyone tells them to, they ~still~ haven't grown out of playing with their food, and now they actually have an excuse to. Here's what my co-worker Emma Lord has to say about these: "As you can see from the above GIF, I bought these for myself, and I love them to pieces. TBH, I use them as decor every bit as much as I use them to eat. Sometimes I just keep them in my work area to light them up during the day to feel fancy. They toggle back and forth between a bunch of different colors, like red, blue, yellow, purple, and multicolor, so you can either make them match *or* have a red and blue one together and bring ~balance~ to the Force." Promising review:"Was intended as kind of a gag gift. Ended up being awesome. My sister's girlfriend is a huge Star Wars fan, so I got the two of them this set and they friggin' love it. They bring it out all the time whenever we head out to have sushi or ramen. It's awesome. Oh, and like others have mentioned, be careful when cleaning the thick portion since it's really just a sticker and will probably come off if you scrub it too hard." — JMC Get two pairs from Amazon for $16.97. 26. A coffee mug you can fill up and hand to them, watching as they drink and see the words that are slowly revealed.... Amazon This mug is dishwasher- and microwave-safe. Promising review:"I love this mug. Served coffee to my BF in it and got a laugh out of his reaction when he got to the bottom. He had a good laugh, too. It's also a fun mug to drink out of on those rough work days where you just kind of wish you had been poisoned, rather than sitting on another useless, never-ending conference call. Good quality. Fun gag gift. Great mug for your own personal arsenal." — R Redick Get it from Amazon for $9.98. 27. A decorative cat towel designed to innocently hang on their oven or towel bar so they can silently judge anyone who dares cook a meal or enter the bathroom. Let's just hope these cuties won't spill just how long they've been scrolling their phone on the toilet... Promising reviews: "The best gag gift! Have you ever wondered what to give a cat lover? You found it. The size is perfect for a novelty towel, hang one in the bathroom and one in the kitchen. Your cats won't like it, but it'll bring a smile to your face! The color was great, the towel is thick and it's so versatile!" — Emily J "I did not buy this to actually use as a towel. To me it doesn't seem like it would be good at serving this purpose as the material is not very absorbent, however it is great for decoration purposes. It is really, really adorable! I love how there's little snap buttons to keep it in place. I highly recommend this as a decorative gift for the cat lover in your life or for yourself if you love kitties! Great purchase!" — Crystal Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 35 designs). 28. 101 Ways to Know If Your Cat is French so they can finally get to the bottom of their kitty's secret life. Might be time for them to brush up on their French so they can properly communicate with their precious fur baby…maybe that's the secret to talking to animals!! Amazon Promising review: "When your kitty sleeps, does he lay like a loaf or curl up like a croissant? Does he have a certain je ne sais quoi? Well, purr-haps he's secretly Purr-isian! Okay, maybe your cat's not French... maybe you don't even have a cat... but if you're looking for a light read that will put a smile on your face each time you turn the page, this book will not disappoint. Filled with adorable photos and illustrations of cats donning berets and voguing for the camera, 101 Ways To Know If Your Cat Is French offers a unique and engaging look at our feline friends." — Seahorse Get it from Amazon for $14.95. 29. A set of Porta Potty shot glasses perfect for anyone still in their potty humor phase. Plus, since most of the time, shots taste like 💩, these will be really fitting!! Amazon Promising review: "They are a pair of shot glasses in the shape of Porta Potties so it got the expected laugh and enjoyment when picked at the White Elephant office party. They were 'stolen' a couple of times, so turned out to be quite popular. Pick a pair for your next gag gift will be a hit!" — Thor Get a set of two from Amazon for $10.99. 30. A hard-boiled egg holder worthy of royalty because why would they wanna eat their eggs like a peasant when they could dress 'em up as knights and have an army waiting to serve? And it comes equipped with a spoon, so they truly will have everything they need basically handed to them on a silver platter. Promising reviews: "I bought this as a gag gift and he loved it! I thought it was funny and who doesn't love turning your eggs into King Arthur? I would purchase again!" — Betty Glidden "I bought this for my wife's birthday and she absolutely loved it! She loves whimsy and this really struck a chord with her. I put a soft-boiled egg in it and she was grinning the entire time she was eating it. As far as being 'practical'; well, what can I say, but it beats chasing a soft-boiled egg around a slick dinner plate..." — UrbanDad Get it from Amazon for $13.90. 32. A silicone crab utensil holder perfect for when they're ~in a pinch~ and need somewhere to put their spoon that doesn't end with their delicious soup all over the counter. Promising reviews: "Bought this crab as a gag gift. Turned out it was useful. It brings a bit of fun into your cooking." — mamma ras "Probably the coolest holder I have ever seen. Bought it for my wife and she loves it and thinks it's cute. I laugh when I look at it... Hangs on all of our pots and pans, and stays cool. Easy to clean and looks awesome. A great addition to any kitchen. Works great, does exactly what it is intended to do!" — Logan E. Get it from Amazon for $10.92+ (available in two colors). 33. A stress-relieving Dammit doll so they can relieve their anger without actually causing any harm or destruction. Everyone is gonna want to get their hands on this guy so they can take out all their frustrations in an ~appropriate~ manner. The Dammit Doll comes with a little poem: "Whenever things don't go so well, and you want to hit the wall and yell, here's a little dammit doll, that you can't do without. Just grasp it firmly by the legs and find a place to slam it. And as you whack the stuffing out yell 'dammit!' 'dammit!' 'dammit!'" Promising reviews: "I bought this as a gag gift and it totally hit the mark. It brought laughter and many others who wanted to know where to get one. It's well made and the material's design was colorful and bright. It's also just the right size to use as a dammit doll! It's a great fun gift for someone who has a sense of humor." — Gabbey "This doll is amazing! Not only did it help me through holiday shopping, it helped me survive election commercials! It's small enough to take anywhere you might experience stress: your job, grocery store, dentist, Department of Motor Vehicles, parent/teacher conferences, and waiting in line to vote! It fits right into my purse so I can quickly grab it when someone drives too slow in front of me or when I get pulled over for my right tail-light out. I love that it fits nicely on the nightstand to conveniently grab when hubby snores! I can't think of a better gift for friends, teachers, or people you purposely annoy. And it's VERY VERY durable! I use it at least 25 times a day and the seams are just fine!" — William Imand Get a random patterned version from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in multi-packs). 34. Socks with magnetic hands to make sure their socks always have a ~pair.~ Tell me why this inanimate object holding hands is one of the cutest freakin' things ever?! Promising reviews:"Gag gift for a friend was a big hit and they actually work like it says. Magnet is strong and socks are good quality." — Sunnie Jo Morris "I bought these socks for a couple who stand next to each other all the time. It was a very cute gift and they loved it the hands actually clasp by the magnet to each other if they stand close enough." — Michelle F. Get two pairs from Amazon for $14.98 (available in three color combos). The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
