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Why Is It Bad Luck to Cheers With Water or an Empty Glass?

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Toasting is an important part of many celebrations. Learn why it's bad luck to toast with water or an empty glass at HowStuffWorks.

How Star Wars Works: Fans in Costume

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What would a Star Wars convention be without costumes? Fans from all over the world share their fantastic handmade creations with us, including a handmaiden, a wookiee and the latest Star Wars villain.

What Does 'Bread and Circuses' Mean?

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Ever felt a pang of guilt on, say, Election Day when you skipped the voting booth to go to dinner? The 'bread and circuses' concept of being pacified by food and entertainment - and forgoing civic duty - goes back to Roman times.

Why Is a Broken Mirror Bad Luck?

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You're not supposed to cry over spilled milk. But a broken mirror? That's another matter. Will breaking a mirror really bring you bad luck?

Why Is a Rabbit's Foot Considered Lucky?

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Carrying around an animal's body part is pretty creepy. But many people don't bat an eyelash at the idea that a rabbit's foot brings good fortune - for humans, anyway.

Why is 'Macbeth' believed to be cursed?

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In the play 'Macbeth,' almost everyone dies. But is there also a curse surrounding Macbeth outside of the story? Find out at HowStuffWorks.

Why is it considered unlucky to leave a hat on the bed?

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If you're one of the clueless citizens who's laid a hat on a bed, welcome to the club. Apparently, we've all doomed ourselves to evil spirits as guests. According to this superstition, anyway.

How does etiquette change as your relationships evolve?

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When dating, first impressions are everything. But does etiquette change as relationships evolve? Find out at HowStuffWorks.

How has the Internet changed rules of etiquette?

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With the rise of the Internet, etiquette isn't quite what it once was. Learn how the Internet has changed etiquette rules.

10 Concert Etiquette Rules That 'Freebird' Guy Isn't Following

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Breaking concert etiquette rules can quickly make you the killjoy of the party. See 10 concert etiquette rules to follow to avoid being 'that' person.

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