30 intriguing superstitions from around the world
"Don't step on a crack or you'll break your mother's back!" Many American kids grew up hearing this one.
But what about "Don't chew gum at night or else it will turn into human flesh!"? That's a popular refrain in Turkey.
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Wink, an online gaming site, has gathered some of the most fascinating superstitions from around the world. Take a peek. They could be handy if you're traveling or you want some new ways to taunt your kids.
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Chelsea Frisbie was interning at Mashable as the Lifestyle Section Intern. A SUNY Oswego Alum, she graduated with a degree in Broadcasting and Mass Communication and a minor in Gender Studies, and while there received several awards for her three talk shows and work in local news. Her favorite pastimes include watching Dr. Phil, practicing her Emmy acceptance speech, and subtly sneaking feminism into her daily conversations.
