The Labubu phenomenon reflects broader trends in contemporary collecting—the blending of childhood aesthetics with adult ...

Japan has been unable to keep up with the demands of the global matcha market, expected to grow to about $5 billion by 2028.

The urgency has been compounded by rumours that Claire’s US operations are exploring a bankruptcy filing for the second time in seven years. Such a move would echo its 2018 Chapter 11 bankruptcy, when ...

- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen addresses a media conference at an EU summit in Brussels, Thursday, June ...

An alert has been issued for UK households who have bought Lafufu versions of viral doll Labubus. The ‘ugly-cute’ elf sold by ...

Toy surgeons’ in China say they’re making big bucks repairing Labubu dolls as the smiling critter craze dominates the market.

Hong Kong is set to celebrate the first birthday of beloved giant panda twins, Jia Jia and De De, with grand festivities. The ...

China’s famed Shaolin Temple said its celebrity abbot, Shi Yongxin, was under investigation over misuse of funds and ...

At first glance, it can be hard to see the appeal. Labubus have a massive “Cheshire Cat” grin, showing a row of sharp teeth. Their eyes are haunting and seemingly follow you wherever you go, ...

San Diego Comic-Con saw George Lucas debuting his Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, featuring key entertainment figures. Fans ...

Shares of Laopu Gold fell to their lowest levels since May 20 after the Chinese jewelry upstart forecasted its net profit for ...

The first seven months of 2025 have delivered a whirlwind of news on Chinese technology and business, oscillating between ...