The “Baerzeli-Buebe” welcome the new year on Wednesday, January 2, 2019, in Hallwil, Switzerland. In the old tradition “Baerzelitreiben” 15 young men are transformed into the traditional “Baerzeli” figures. A prickly hug or a punch with a pig's bladder is supposed to bring luck. (Photo by Alexandra Wey/Keystone via AP Photo)
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