One of the most famous good-luck charms is the shamrock. Legend has it that the good luck of this three-leaved plant began when it was a revered pagan symbol. The missionary Saint Patrick is said ...

Or even check you’ve still got those carp scales from Christmas on you. Lucky symbols and good luck charms are part of culture across the globe. Many are only popular in certain countries or ...

David Sumner from Christmas ... be a good idea? Mr Sumner explains: "Rushing to take your decorations down before (or after) the traditional festive season can be considered bad luck, so Friday ...