Friday the 13th has caused panic across the world over the years. Most people take it to the extreme and avoid the outside world completely, while for others, it is simply just another Friday.
Either way, whichever side of the spectrum you fall on, there’s no denying that Friday the 13th has become iconic in its own way.
If you consider yourself superstitious, then you may want to avoid dropping any mirrors today or even cutting your hair or nails. Walking under a ladder and even walking alone in the dark is considered an absolute no-no on the spooky day.
IS THERE ANY TRUTH TO THE MYTH?
According to livescience.com, there is no scientific evidence to suggest Friday the 13th has an increased chance of bad luck compared with other days. Despite this, superstitions around the day remain rife.
However, some creepy things have happened on the day in the past. During World War I, heavy snowfall left thousands of soldiers in the Dolomites dead on December 13, 1916. Several plane crashes have also occurred on the day. The horror movie franchise, Friday the 13th, may have also played a part in the day’s bad reputation.
Fortunately, we only have on Friday the 13th in 2025.
DO YOU BELIEVE IN BAD LUCK?
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