A North Country folklorist says the day is an example of the ways we connect with each other about our beliefs, traditions, faith and rituals.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — It’s just another square on the calendar, yet for millions of Americans Friday the 13th still carries an uneasy reputation, inspiring everything from skipped travel plans to jokes ...

With three Friday the 13ths in 2026, here’s a look at the myths, religious roots and legends that shaped the superstition.

Here's a look at common superstitions and the origins behind Friday the 13ths as Feb. 13, 2026, approaches.

In cultures that use this practice, people knock on wood to ward off bad luck, and welcome in wealth or fortune. In modern times, it's believed that if you knock on wood when making a statement about ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When it comes to superstitions, many of us like to think we're above it all. But deep down, there's a little part of us that can't ...