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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.

3 weeks ago
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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.

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

Fifty-two women photographers capture life as they encounter it—through images taken in moments of casual wandering or intentional pursuit—each photograph a reflection of how the world leaves its distinct imprint on every individual journey.

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Indonesian designers join Russian Fashion Council's digital project

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IKEA, Lego Group team up to roll out Bygglek series

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Jakarta malls launch personal shopper service to stay afloat

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Watchmakers meet in Geneva to try to nurture recovery

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Alexander McQueen collector pieces up for auction next month

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Fashion designer Barli Asmara dies at 42

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Tokyo's new see-through toilets aim to enhance public spaces

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Argentina's Tango World Championships moves online due to virus

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Jennifer Lopez is launching her own line of cosmetics

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Women make up record 45.5% of university students in Japan: Study

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Inclusive local makeup products like 'needle in haystack'

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Catwalk: Pet clothing designer inspired by ancient Chinese beauties

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Lego launches bricks with Braille

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Nusantara Fashion Festival 2020: Going virtual to revitalize the industry

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Experts share tips with emerging designers to create sustainable fashion labels

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Hugo Boss staff to only work Tues-Thurs in office even after coronavirus

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China partygoers cram into Wuhan water park

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