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The Sydney Morning Herald
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In the shadow of a palace, Beijing’s uncles defy a swimming ban to cool off

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (798+ words) August 24, 2026 — 11:45am Beijing: It’s just gone past 2.30pm on a sweltering August afternoon, and Wang Jianbao is gingerly descending the steps to the canal that runs past the Summer Palace. The 92-year-old comes here every day from crisp March through to chilly…...