Some superstitions, like the ones about black cats and the number 13, are widespread and well-known. Others are specific to one particular culture or nation or part of the country.

These snow day superstitions were our best shot at getting a day full of sledding followed by hot chocolate and a cartoon binge ...

Some people try to improve their chances through New Year's traditions and superstitions, which can vary far and wide. Many revolve around food, while others are wives' tales and folklore passed ...

Some superstitions are associated with an unfortunate event that befell a home or a particular place. Here are the creepiest haunted houses in every state. Chris Graythen / Getty Images.

Superstitions like Friday the 13th being unlucky often have their origins in beliefs and practices so old few remember where they came from. But still they’re part of our everyday lives.

Here are some "superstitions" that, while not directly tied to Friday the 13th, can indeed undermine the health of your relationship if practiced: Ignoring Open and Honest Communication: ...

Their proud careers were built on talent, and (although they don't like to admit it) a little superstition, some of it pretty strange . . . Before each game Casey would put his socks on a certain way.

Some cultures developed superstitions about washing hands before eating, after touching certain objects, or when entering sacred spaces. These beliefs often included warnings about spiritual ...

Here's some spooky Friday the 13th superstitions, origin stories and more to keep you on your toes today. Why is Friday the 13th considered unlucky? Here's Friday the 13th origin, history.

ORIGIN OF COMMON SUPERSTITIONS. Share full article. March 8, 1903. Credit... The New York Times Archives. See the article in its original context from March 8, 1903, Section T, Page 9 Buy Reprints.

SOME SUPERSTITIONS. Share full article. Aug. 2, 1885. Credit... The New York Times Archives. See the article in its original context from August 2, 1885, Page 10 Buy Reprints. View on timesmachine.

Nail polish, second warm-ups and very specific arm movements. Those are just some of the superstitions some Olympic swimmers follow before getting in the water. Team USA’s Paige Madden ...