In some parts of Afghanistan, the curse of 39 is the belief that the number 39 is a badge of shame for its purported link with prostitution. People have reported being mocked for having a phone number or vehicle registration plate that includes the number, with such cars also proving hard to sell.
In some parts of Afghanistan, the curse of 39 is the belief that the number 39 is a badge of shame for its purported link with prostitution. People have reported being mocked for having a phone number or vehicle registration plate that includes the number, with such cars also proving hard to sell.
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