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22 Oct 2009
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A group of Chinese martial arts fans practise during a morning exercise session at the Temple of Heaven park in Beijing June 18, 2009. China has over 140 million people over the age of 60. Many lost out on an education, thanks to the Cultural Revolution, and have retired early as state-owned factories went bust or to help care for grandchildren. About 54 million engage in some sort of physical activity to enliven their golden years. Picture taken June 18, 2009. To match Reuters Life! story CHINA-ELDERLY/ REUTERS/Grace Liang (CHINA SOCIETY SPORT HEALTH)
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People dressed in Uighur costumes dance during a morning exercise session at the Temple of Heaven park in Beijing September 16, 2009. China has over 140 million people over the age ...


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