China’s viral Labubu toys show how 'ugly-cute” design, emotional value, and cultural creativity made China globally cool in 2025.

In recent weeks, blind boxes containing dresses priced as low as 4.99 yuan ($0.71), including shipping, have captivated consumers. On the social media platform Douyin, videos tagged with "dress blind ...

However, it doesn't bother so many to own these dolls because it is cool to hang them on your bags. It has become important ...

A man holding a phone walks past the logo of TikTok, known in China as Douyin, at the 2020 International Artificial Products Expo in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province. [Photo/Agencies] Chinese short video ...