Superstitions have been keeping people on their toes for centuries. But where do these superstitions come from?

What may be scariest about a spooky black cat is the way superstition and tradition shape people's perceptions and biases about animals based only on their color. Imagine it's a crisp and sunny ...

Black cats have been the subject of legend and superstition for centuries, associated with witchcraft, the supernatural, and bad luck. Because of that unjust reputation, some studies have found ...

Adding: "There's no reason to let outdated superstitions stop you from welcoming a black dog or cat into your home." ...

Rationally, you know the idea that a black cat is bad luck is just a silly superstition … but you have an important meeting this afternoon and don’t want to jinx it. This superstition about ...

Mind that ladder, don’t step on a crack, and for heaven sakes, do not let a black cat cross your path! Friday the 13th, of any month, is full of superstitions in the west, and 13 is thought to ...

Over one in 10 Britons refuse to purchase a black cat or dog due to superstition. A survey of 2,000 adults revealed that 12% believe pets of this colour bring misfortune and would actively choose ...