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Saturday, May 25, 2013 | 7:35 a.m.

Peruvians come to blows to end conflict

It's violent and probably extremely painful, but residents of Chumbivilcas, Peru swear by the positive effects of the Takanakuy festival -- a traditional fighting ritual which aims to settle old scores before the year's end. Both sexes settle conflicts with fists, which could range from legal matters to stolen lovers. Even the referees aren't safe from the odd over-zealous competitor.
 
 
 

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