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By Carlos Rivera
How did the number 13 get such a bad reputation?
Carlos Rivera
Carlos Rivera
Reporter · Allentown, PA
Carlos has a background in Finance from Drexel University and over 6 years of experience reporting on local businesses for regional economic publications. He focuses on how small businesses are adapting and thriving in Allentown.
More from Carlos →Reporter · Friday, November 13, 2026 at 3:43 PM · 1 min read
If Friday the 13th makes you a little nervous, you have plenty of company. The date has been linked to bad luck for generations, although historians say its exact origin remains unclear. National Geographic explains that research has found no evidence that Friday the 13th is actually more unlucky than other dates.
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