Why Do We Cross Our Fingers? The Surprising Origins of Popular Superstitions
Black cat, broken mirror, upside-down bread… Discover the surprising historical origins of our superstitions.
Why do we cross our fingers? Why avoid black cats? From Rome to Tokyo, humanity has always sought to control chance. Discover the fascinating, funny, and sometimes frightening origins of beliefs from around the world.
Black cat, broken mirror, upside-down bread… Discover the surprising historical origins of our superstitions.
Magpies, Tower of London ravens, umbrellas... Discover the most famous British superstitions and their fascinating origins.
Forget Friday 13! Discover why in Spain, you should "neither marry nor embark" on Tuesday...
Never wish someone a happy birthday in advance and look into each other's eyes when toasting! Journey to German land.
Money runs away if the bag touches the floor! Discover the unusual beliefs of Portugal and Brazil.
Forget Friday 13! Discover the mystery of "VIXI", why you need to touch iron and how to avoid the Evil Eye.
Never plant your chopsticks in rice and hide your thumbs in front of a hearse! Journey to the Land of the Rising Sun.
The number 8 brings wealth, 4 kills, and red protects. Dive into the fascinating superstitions of the Middle Kingdom.
Money flies away if you whistle and misfortune enters if you stay on the threshold. Discover the secrets of Russian folklore.
The witch hides in the bird and the egg heals the evil eye. Welcome to Mexican mysticism.
"Nimbu Mirchi" protects from misfortune and a twitching right eye announces fortune (for men!). Spiritual journey to India.
The Nazar breaks jealousy, coffee reveals the future, and water protects travelers. Dive into the mysteries of the Bosphorus.
The "Lucky Loonie" from the Olympics and the ban on bananas on boats. Discover the folklore of the Great White North.
The Billy Goat Curse, playoff beards, and the danger of sidewalks. Discover American urban legends.
Come test it against chance! Roll the dice or check your horoscope to see if luck is with you.