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🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The sky will turn red! The lunar eclipse will be visible only for this long this evening

A lunar eclipse will occur on March 3, during which the moon will appear red, known as a 'Blood Moon', visible for a brief period in India.

Mar 3 • 05:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Seeing these 4 things in a dream is very auspicious, destiny changes

The article discusses four specific dreams that are considered auspicious in Indian dream interpretation, suggesting they can indicate a change in fortune.

Feb 25 • 13:25 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

These 5 people do not see Holika Dahan! Know why the new bride goes to her maternal home before Holi

The article discusses the cultural belief that a newly wed bride does not witness Holika Dahan due to traditional superstitions associated with this ritual before the Holi festival in India.

Feb 25 • 04:38 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Full Story of Cruelty on a Child... The Eight Days of Holashtak are Considered inauspicious

The article discusses the traditions and beliefs surrounding the eight inauspicious days of Holashtak leading up to Holi, emphasizing their significance in relation to a popular mythological tale.

Feb 23 • 11:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Rules of Holika Dahan: Why Burning Wood from These 8 Trees is Inauspicious?

The article discusses the customs and rules surrounding Holika Dahan, particularly focusing on why burning wood from certain trees is considered inauspicious during this festival.

Feb 22 • 09:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

What it means to put salt on the mother-in-law's tongue

This article explores the cultural and symbolic significance of placing salt on the soil of a snake plant, linking it to home protection and purification practices.

Feb 18 • 16:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Chinese leadership considers the Year of the Fire Horse predictions superstitious, but history has shown the power of beliefs

Chinese New Year celebrations bring in the Year of the Fire Horse, viewed as a time of energy and potential for significant events, according to scholars at the University of Turku.

Feb 17 • 14:26 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Triskaidekaphobia may have taken hold today - the fear of the number 13

An article discusses how triskaidekaphobia, the fear of the number 13, has gained attention today.

Feb 13 • 17:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Do you know why Friday the 13th is an unlucky day?

The article explores the origins and beliefs surrounding Friday the 13th as an unlucky day, highlighting cultural and religious connections.

Feb 13 • 13:46 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

2026 – A Year of Failures? Three Horror Fridays Await

The article discusses the superstition surrounding Friday the 13th, exploring historical, cultural, and cinematic influences on the day's ominous reputation.

Feb 13 • 09:44 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Superstition: Why Friday the 13th is Considered an Unlucky Day

Friday the 13th is viewed as an unlucky day due to historical and cultural superstitions, impacting everything from building designs to social legislation in Germany.

Feb 13 • 08:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Today is Friday the 13th: why it is associated with bad luck and what numerology says

The article discusses the cultural associations of Friday the 13th with bad luck, focusing on its historical, religious, and mythological roots.

Feb 13 • 08:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

This is why this day is feared

Friday the 13th is deemed unlucky, with superstitions cautioning against potential misfortune that day.

Feb 13 • 04:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brits' top superstitions from lucky pants to broken mirrors and Friday 13th

A survey reveals that nearly half of Britons have superstitions, including avoiding walking under ladders and breaking mirrors, with various other rituals also popular among the population.

Feb 9 • 16:43 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Why the Bishnoi community, which follows 29 rules, is unique: Khejri trees, blackbuck, and more

The Bishnoi community in Rajasthan is back in the spotlight for their unwavering commitment to protecting Khejri trees and their deep-rooted beliefs in love for animals and nature.

Feb 7 • 05:29 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Human Brotherhood: The Legacy of Pope Francis

February 4 marks the International Day of Human Fraternity, a date established to remind us of our shared humanity amidst diverse cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs, in honor of the historic meeting between Pope Francis and Ahmad al-Tayyeb in 2019.

Feb 5 • 14:12 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Do Friendship Groups Exist After 30? The Myth of Friends

The article explores the myth that friendship groups last a lifetime, especially as people age past their 30s, reflecting on personal observations and cultural beliefs.

Feb 4 • 20:31 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

David Uclés: "Maybe Pérez-Reverte thinks the war ended in '39, but I think it ended in '75"

David Uclés discusses his beliefs about the Spanish Civil War's duration and defends his decision to withdraw from a related event, while promoting his latest book.

Feb 4 • 15:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Entanglements 2026: Emissários da Cegonha will have a parade inspired by beliefs and superstitions of Amapá

The samba school Emissários da Cegonha will present a parade in Macapá for Carnival 2026, themed 'A fascinating journey through the beliefs and superstitions of a people: luck or misfortune?', showcasing popular Amapá culture.

Feb 3 • 10:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

The Real Reason Why People Kiss at Midnight on New Year's Eve

The article explores the tradition of kissing at midnight on New Year's Eve, rooted in cultural beliefs and symbolizing a fresh start for the coming year.

Dec 31 • 14:37 UTC

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