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Bizarre Hobby Takes Hold in China
In response to a stagnant jobs market, many young adults in China are turning to the hobby of 'raising bricks' as a cheaper and low-maintenance alternative to having pets or children. This trend reflects broader societal pressures on younger generations.
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The Guardian
Faced with a stagnant jobs market, many are spurning children or pets in favour of ‘raising bricks’Chinese young adults looking for a cheaper, low-maintenance alternative to having pets or children have found an answer: raising bricks.Bricks may not be as cuddly as cats or as life-a
2026-10-26 09:47 UTC