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The historical, social and cultural origins and meaning of well-known icons, charms and talisman from around the world.
Why do Senegalese wrestlers believe mystical ritual is as important as physical training?
These beautiful designs are an act of faith, but who is the best kolam artist in Chennai?
Nazars are believed to avert the evil eye, but how are they made and who uses them?
The haunting legend of wishbones and absent friends in New York's oldest Irish bar.