{"id":149046,"date":"2023-11-13T18:35:42","date_gmt":"2023-11-13T13:05:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/?p=149046"},"modified":"2025-11-12T13:19:39","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T07:49:39","slug":"why-is-it-called-black-friday-unravelling-the-origins-and-myths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/why-is-it-called-black-friday-unravelling-the-origins-and-myths","title":{"rendered":"Why Is It Called Black Friday? Unravelling the Origins and Myths"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black Friday falls on the day after Thanksgiving. It is best known for its massive discounts, flash sales, and for marking the official start of the holiday shopping season. Across the world, this day has become synonymous with unbeatable deals, long queues, and record-breaking sales. Yet, few people truly know how the term &#8220;Black Friday&#8221; originated or how it evolved into a global shopping phenomenon.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we uncover the fascinating history behind Black Friday and how it became the most anticipated shopping day of the year.<\/span><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a4948b8af4a6\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a4948b8af4a6\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/why-is-it-called-black-friday-unravelling-the-origins-and-myths\/#Origins_of_the_Name\" >Origins of the Name<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/why-is-it-called-black-friday-unravelling-the-origins-and-myths\/#Myths_and_Misconceptions\" >Myths and Misconceptions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/why-is-it-called-black-friday-unravelling-the-origins-and-myths\/#Evolution_and_Marketing\" >Evolution and Marketing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/why-is-it-called-black-friday-unravelling-the-origins-and-myths\/#Start_Your_Learning_Journey_This_Black_Friday\" >Start Your Learning Journey This Black Friday!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/why-is-it-called-black-friday-unravelling-the-origins-and-myths\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/why-is-it-called-black-friday-unravelling-the-origins-and-myths\/#Black_Friday_%E2%80%93_Unravelling_the_Origins_and_Myths_%E2%80%93_FAQ\" >Black Friday &#8211; Unravelling the Origins and Myths &#8211; FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.regenesys.net\/study-rbs-BEd?utm_source=black-friday-blog&amp;utm_medium=bed_banner&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=why-is-it-called-black-friday-unravelling-the-origins-and-myths\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/800x418-6-1.jpg\" alt=\"This Black Friday, Invest in Education WIth Regenesys \" class=\"wp-image-173326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/800x418-6-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/800x418-6-1-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/800x418-6-1-150x78.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/800x418-6-1-768x401.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origins_of_the_Name\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Origins of the Name<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most widely accepted explanation for the name <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Black Friday<\/a><\/span> traces back to the 1960s in Philadelphia. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The story goes that the Philadelphia Police Department came up with the term \u201cBlack Friday\u201d to describe the huge crowds and heavy traffic that filled the city after Thanksgiving. Shoppers and tourists caused chaos, and police officers started calling the busy day \u201cBlack Friday.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another popular theory links the name to accounting practices. In the past, accountants used red ink to mark financial losses and black ink to record profits. As retailers moved from losses to profits during the holiday shopping season, the day after Thanksgiving became known as Black Friday.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Myths_and_Misconceptions\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Myths and Misconceptions<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, many myths and misconceptions have emerged about this promotional event.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One common myth claims that the term refers to the day retailers finally turn a profit for the year, moving from being in the red to being in the black. In reality, most retailers make profits well before Black Friday, so this explanation is inaccurate.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another false claim suggests that the term originated from the slave trade. It allegedly describes the day after Thanksgiving when traders sold enslaved people at discounted prices. However, there is no historical evidence to support this, and historians widely dismiss it as a fabrication.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.regenesys.net\/study-rspm-bpm? utm_source=black-friday-blog&amp;utm_medium=bpm_banner&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=why-is-it-called-black-friday-unravelling-the-origins-and-myths\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/BPM-800x418-2.jpg\" alt=\"This Black Friday, Invest in Education WIth Regenesys \" class=\"wp-image-173325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/BPM-800x418-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/BPM-800x418-2-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/BPM-800x418-2-150x78.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/BPM-800x418-2-768x401.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_and_Marketing\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evolution and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marketing<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The term Black Friday originally carried negative connotations. However, it has evolved into one of the most anticipated and celebrated shopping events of the year.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the 1980s and 1990s, retailers across the United States made Black Friday famous by offering big discounts and special deals to attract shoppers. It soon became known for early store openings, long lines, and great bargains.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the growth of e-commerce, this promotional event has moved beyond physical stores. Online retailers now run their own campaigns, allowing shoppers to find deals from the comfort of their homes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In recent years, Cyber Monday has joined the tradition, offering a digital extension of the shopping frenzy focused entirely on online discounts and promotions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_Your_Learning_Journey_This_Black_Friday\"><\/span>Start Your Learning Journey This Black Friday!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-business-administration?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=bba_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/master-of-business-administration?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=mba_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master of Business Administration (MBA)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-laws?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=llb_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Laws (LLB)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/doctor-of-business-management?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=DoctorBM_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Doctor of Business Management (DBM)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/higher-certificate-in-public-management?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=hcpm_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Higher Certificate in Public Management (HCPM)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/higher-certificate-in-business-management?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=hcbm_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Higher Certificate in Business Management (HCBM)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-public-management?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=bpm_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Public Management (BPM)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/master-of-public-management?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=mpm_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master of Public Management (MPM)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/postgraduate-diploma-in-data-science?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=pdds_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science (PDDS)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-science-in-computer-science?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=bsccs_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Science in Computer Science<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/postgraduate-diploma-in-public-management?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=pdpm_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/postgraduate-diploma-in-digital-marketing?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=pddm_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Marketing<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-commerce-in-banking-and-financial-services?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=bcomfs_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BCom in Banking and Financial Services<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-accounting-science?utm_source=blackfri_blog&amp;utm_medium=bcompt_anchor&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=what-happens-on-black-friday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Accounting Science (BCOMPT)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black Friday has become a global event that marks the start of the festive season. Although people still debate its origins, everyone now recognises it for its amazing discounts and exciting savings opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For students and professionals, it provides the chance to invest in their future. Many institutions, including Regenesys Education, offer discounted tuition fees, making quality education more affordable.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re beginning a new course, advancing your studies, or exploring online learning, this promotional period is the time to enrol.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regenesys Education<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> website to learn more about our exciting Black Friday offers for 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.regenesys.net\/study-rbs-bcompt?utm_source=black-friday-blog&amp;utm_medium=bcompt_banner&amp;utm_campaign=black-friday-offer&amp;utm_content=why-is-it-called-black-friday-unravelling-the-origins-and-myths\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/BCOMPT-800x418-2.jpg\" alt=\"This Black Friday, Invest in Education WIth Regenesys \" class=\"wp-image-173324\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/BCOMPT-800x418-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/BCOMPT-800x418-2-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/BCOMPT-800x418-2-150x78.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/BCOMPT-800x418-2-768x401.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Black_Friday_%E2%80%93_Unravelling_the_Origins_and_Myths_%E2%80%93_FAQ\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black Friday &#8211; Unravelling the Origins and Myths &#8211; FAQ<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion  root-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-accordion-5kpnr \"><div class=\"eb-accordion-container eb-accordion-5kpnr\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-tab-icon=\"fas fa-angle-right\" data-expanded-icon=\"fas fa-angle-down\" data-transition-duration=\"500\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-c2zep eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">What is Black Friday?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>This is a term that has become synonymous with massive shopping deals, long queues, and incredible discounts. It marks the starting point of the holiday shopping season and is observed the day after Thanksgiving.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-60rd4 eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">When can I take advantage of Black Friday 2025 deals?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>At Regenesys Education, our promotion will run from 1 November 2025. Interested students can visit the website for more details regarding our programmes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-c7t4b eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">What programmes are included in the offer?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>At Regenesys Education, all our programmes, including online programmes, are eligible for the promotion.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-6ppc3 eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">What are the Myths of Black Friday?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>There are many myths behind Black Friday, such as the slave sales and bookkeeping myth.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-o6x2l eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">What is the Black Friday Offer at Regenesys?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-5kpnr\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>Regenesys Education offers prospective students up to R 10,000 off when they enrol during the promotional period.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Black Friday falls on the day after Thanksgiving. 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