WORLD● LOW2h ago · Oct 16, 2026, 5:45 AM
Lonely old people in China are paying strangers to be their children
ewn.co.za · South Africa · east asia
Elderly individuals in China are reportedly paying strangers to act as their children due to loneliness. This highlights a significant social issue regarding elder care and companionship in the country.
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