Superstitions

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    In Asia, the digit 4 never appears in any Nokia handset model number, because 4 is considered unlucky in many parts of Southeast/East Asia.
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    Opening an umbrella indoors is said to result in 21 days of bad luck. Some traditions hold that it is only bad luck if the umbrella is placed over the head of someone while indoors.
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    If you catch a falling leaf on the first day of autumn you will not catch a cold all winter.
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    Placing a hat on the bed is, apparently, bad luck. (South Carolina)
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    In some parts of England, rum is used to wash a baby's head for good luck.
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    Many believe that if all of the candles on a birthday cake are blown out with one breath, while making a silent wish, the wish will come true.
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    The superstitious symbolism of a black cat crossing one's path is dependent upon culture: some cultures consider this a sign of impending bad luck, while some cultures consider this a sign of impending good luck.
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    Placing keys on a table is considered unlucky. (Sweden)
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