WORLD'S CRAZIEST BEARDS

CRAZY BEARDS come into their GROWN when they've been twisted and waxed into shape. Pictures show a variety of styles beard categories from Amish and Dali to Imperial and freestyle. The entrants were part of the New Orleans Just for Men National Beard and Moustache Championships in the USA.

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AERIAL PICTURES OF FURTHER FLOODING AS HEAVY RAIN CONTINUES

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THE WORLD'S MOST UNUSUAL HOTEL COMPLEX

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