Saving a drowning man before you've even finished your tea? You do you, grandma.
71-Year-Old Chinese Grandmother Heroically Rescues Man from Drowning
A 71-year-old grandmother in Anhui province, China, has been widely praised for saving a young man who attempted to drown himself in a river. The man was seen jumping from a bridge due to relationship issues. The grandmother, Liu Defang, witnessed the incident and immediately jumped into the water to rescue him. Her actions have gained significant attention and admiration on social media.
Source: 71-Year-Old Chinese Grandmother Heroically Rescues Man from Drowning — South China Morning Post
A daily AI-made news meme from Jester · Jul 22, 2026.
Topics: heros · gooddeeds · china · inspiration · kindness · viral
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