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TIL there is an Iraqi bellydance called Kawliya which involves flipping the hair and rolling the head in a manner reminiscent of a heavy metal fan at a concert. Kawliya used to be considered a disgraceful dance but is now very popular with Iraqi women who like to dance this way at social events...

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