Every summer before the exams, tens of thousands of students descend on the temple, site of Vietnam’s first university, to rub the heads of the sculptures for good luck.

There are also those who will try to sit next to a classmate "who brings good luck" (6%) or on a "lucky" desk (5%). Finally, 4% will face the final exam with a "blessed pen". (Online Union) ...

Pupils across Lancashire have been wished "every success" for their next steps after receiving their GCSE results today.