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This picture taken on June 18, 2025 shows figures of the characters Mokoko (left) and Labubu in an exhibition room at Pop Mart’s theme park Pop Land in Beijing.
This picture taken on June 18, 2025 shows figures of the characters Mokoko (left) and Labubu in an exhibition room at Pop Mart’s theme park Pop Land in Beijing.
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Labubu dolls ride China soft-power wave

Beijing-based Pop Mart is part of a rising tide of Chinese cultural exports gaining traction abroad, furry ambassadors of a "cool" China even in places associated more with negative public opinion of Beijing such as Europe and North America.

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Sun Life Hoops+Health 3X3 Basketball Challenge champions active lifestyle through sport

As part of its continued commitment to encourage healthy habits among Indonesian families, Sun Life Indonesia linked up with Beyond Sport for the Sun Life Hoops+Health 3X3 Basketball Challenge, a sporting event geared toward both basketball enthusiasts and casual enjoyers alike.

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Women street photographers show their prowess in ‘Seen by Her’

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