“Psychologically, superstitions arise from the desire to influence external events, decrease anxiety, and reduce uncertainty,” Drinkwater told Live Science. Friday the 13th has roots in ...

Friday the 13th is known to be superstitious and bring bad luck, with ominous historical events occurring on this particular day. What is Friday the 13th? Why is it unlucky? Here’s what to know.

Common to modern folklore are myths about Friday the 13th being the most unlucky day of the year, and those who believe tend to be a bit more on edge. There is no record of Friday the 13th being ...