Paraskavedekatriaphobia
Considered a bad luck in most European countries and English speaking countries, this superstition is found in many cultures. An estimated 17 to 21 million people in the United States are affected by a fear of this day. Some people are so paralyzed by fear that they avoid their normal routines in doing business, taking flights or even getting out of bed. It’s been estimated that between $800 and $900 million is lost in business on this day. There’s only one Friday 13th this year.
Ofcourse most horror movie buffs, like yours truly, love Friday the 13th, especially for the the movie franchise named after this day. Jason, our beloved slasher for no reason with an attitude, drowned in a lake while at camp. He starts killing people, taking over from his mama, who blames the camp counselors who were having sex while Jason was drowning and hence did not help him. Since he has mysterious regenerative powers, he is kinda hard to kill and has stalked movie theatres in 10 sequels and thus a star was born.
