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Inside China’s Quest to Defy Aging with Longevity Labs and ‘Immortality Islands’

Longevity labs, “immortality islands” and grapeseed pills are part of China’s national project to conquer aging, despite sometimes shaky science and extravagant claims.

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Attendees trying out a cryogenic therapy room at a longevity and anti-aging conference in Shanghai in September.
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Chinese Impersonator’s Trump Act Has Won Him Millions of Fans

Ryan Chen has turned an uncanny impersonation of President Trump into a social media career, and a mirror of China’s fascination with America.

Ryan Chen is a Chinese Trump impersonator who has garnered fans worldwide for his flawless mimicry of the American leader.
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