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Orange is the new grey for Bangladesh beards

The growing number of henna beards is a sign of Muslim fervour in Bangladeshu society, according to a Dhaka university professor. [AFP]

From shades of startling red to hues of vivid tangerine, brightly coloured beards have become a fashion statement on the streets of Bangladesh capital Dhaka.

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