What’s the World Beard and Mustache Championship?

The World Beard and Mustache Championships are held every two years, with prizes awarded in various facial hair categories. The first competition was in Germany in 1990, and it has since been held in Norway, Sweden, the US, and England. Categories include mustaches, partial beards, and full beards, with styles ranging from national to freestyle. […]

What’s a Mustache Pete?

The Italian-American Mafia originated in New York City in the late 19th century and grew during Prohibition. The Castellammarese War saw the Mustache Petes, who wanted to uphold Sicilian Mafia traditions, pitted against younger rivals. The Mafia is organized in families headed by a patriarchal leader, with underlings and associate members. The organization gained political […]

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