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Why Are People Baptising Their Labubus? Quick Facts About The Demon Linked to the Viral Toy

Labubu dolls have sparked a global panic after being linked online to the demon Pazuzu, prompting mock baptisms across TikTok and intense cultural debate—here's what's really behind the trend.

International Business Times UK

Labubu is not the only Chinese cultural icon to be making a big hit in 2025

While Beijing has been showing off its latest military hardware to an array of international leaders, Chinese cultural icons are making their mark with a very different audience.

The Conversation

Baby loungers sold on Amazon recalled over risk of serious injury or death

Federal regulators warned of suffocation and fall hazards, calling the lounger an ‘unsafe sleeping environment’

The Independent UK

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Forget Labubus, consumer experts have just named rare houseplants the must-have collectible of 2026 – 6 striking varieties to get your hands on

The Garden Media Group says houseplants are the 'fastest growing category' of collectible items

Homes & Gardens

Austrian police raid Labubu store in Vienna for suspected tax evasion

The tax police inspected a pop-up store in Vienna's city centre selling the hyped and much-coveted Labubu cuddly toys and found a wide range of violations of the law.

Euronews

South Park teases new attack on Trump in next episode

Show will explore ‘reality of tariffs’ in its latest mockery of the US president

The Independent UK

Labubu doll warning over thousands of dangerous ‘Lafufus’

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How to spot a fake Labubu doll as warning issued over ‘Lafufus’

Thousands of counterfeit Labubu dolls have been seized from shops across the country amid safety concerns

The Independent UK

Thousands of counterfeit viral dolls seized over safety concerns

Labubu dolls have been promoted by celebrities across the globe.

Evening Standard

Huge search underway for ‘world’s only’ 24 carat gold Labubu

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The Independent UK

Surge in counterfeit Labubu dolls 'serious safety risk to children' after hundreds seized in south London

Trading Standards said poor quality dolls have loose parts and poor-quality stitching that are a choking hazard

Evening Standard

Seattle border agents seize $500,000 worth of fake Labubu dolls - but remain on the lookout for the 24K gold one

Over 11,000 knock-off Labubu dolls were seized at the U.S.-Canada border near Seattle.

The Independent UK

Style advantage: Why the US Open is serving up better looks than Wimbledon

Wimbledon’s stands may be the most stylish in any sporting competition, but the US Open has far superior on-court fashion. Here’s why

Evening Standard

Council warns fake Labubu dolls pose choking risk to children

More than 230 'unsafe' counterfeit dolls seized by south-west London council in July and August

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Naomi Osaka is bringing Labubus to the US Open – complete with terrible pun names

One of her toys was even identified as a player guest with full access to player dining

Evening Standard

More than 100 fake Labubu dolls seized in Moray

Trading standards officers have warned that the fake toys pose safety risks.

The National (Scotland)

More than 100 fake Labubu toys seized from shops in Scottish town

More than 100 fake Labubu soft toys have been seized from shops in Elgin town centre amid fears they pose serious safety risks to children.

Evening Standard

Tennis champ Naomi Osaka stuns fans with custom bejewelled Labubus on court

Naomi Osaka’s custom bedazzled Labubus Billie Jean Bling and Arthur Flash have taken fans at the US Open by storm

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Evening Standard

New Labubu dolls released in the UK by Pop Mart

Artist Kasing Lung’s viral dolls have taken the world by storm

International Business Times

Labubu Fans Flock To Stores After Launch Of Mini Dolls

A dozen furry dolls strung together on a metal chain dangled from Labubu fan Maki Li's neck as he proudly posed for photos in front of a store selling the toys in central Beijing on Friday.

International Business Times UK

Labubu Doll Spell Remains Unstoppable: Latest Release Sparks Shopping Madness In New York, Seoul

Pop Mart's mini Labubu sparks queues in New York and Seoul as sales hit £297M in 2025. Blind boxes, celeb fans & resale frenzy

Benzinga

Labubus Equal Big Dollars For Pop Mart Founder: Wealth Up 244% In 2025, One Of Top Gainers

Labubu collectible plush toys have attracted demand from consumers around the world, alongside interest from celebrities and investors, including Kevin O'Leary.

Marie Claire

Naomi Osaka Wins a 2025 US Open Match in an "Extra" Nike Tennis Dress and Matching Sneakers

Plus, a matching Labubu in tow.

Benzinga

Shark Tank Star Kevin O'Leary Eyes Collectibles As Promising Alternative Market

Kevin O’Leary has turned his attention to the collectibles market, showcasing a Louis Vuitton Labubu on the set of Shark Tank.

The Independent UK

New Labubu range to be released within days

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