FORT WORTH, Texas (RNS) — When Jason Whitehead first saw the Vatican’s 2025 Jubilee mascot, Luce, it “was a bit of a surprise,” he said. The anime-style character was a far cry from the ...

The Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) mascot is just one of many in modern history. Here, we present five “lucky charms” that stand out due to their fascinating backgrounds and quirky appearances.