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Al Bawaba
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Fake Labubu dolls 'Lafufus' are taking over China's market
Published July 20th, 2025 - 08:33 GMT ALBAWABA - The hype for Pop Mart's Labubu dolls is still on the rise. However, with a product's popularity comes knockoffs sold for less than a fraction of the original's price, and Labubu dolls have also fallen victim to bootleg copies. According to Dexerto, "Lafufus" recently witnessed a surge in production, leaving the market flooded with fake Labubu dolls, which made tracking down authentic Labubu dolls difficult. Additionally, vendors and stores are selling "Lafufs" for as low as $10, a tempting price tag in contrast to Pop Mart's original, which costs a hefty $30 per doll (excluding scalper prices and dolls with different rarities and editions, which can cost up to $5000). While Labubu dolls were first launched in 2019, the viral dolls only gained traction recently when Blackpink's Lisa was spotted with one attached to her bag. Moreover, celebrities such as Rihanna, Post Malone, and Dua Lipa also caused an explosion in the dolls' popularity after endorsing them. Labubu knockoffs called 'Lafufus' are flooding the market, with people spending thousands of dollars on dolls that are actually worth less than $10 China's government seized over 46,000 fake dolls to try and fight counterfeiting — Dexerto (@Dexerto) July 19, 2025 Lafufus usually differ from Labubus in terms of quality, appearance, and packaging, as reported by fans of the product. However, similar to other products on the market, some fake versions have become hard to distinguish from the original. For fans worried about whether they bought a fake Labubu, fellow customers urged individuals to check the product's packaging for Pop Mart's logo and an official scannable QR code to avoid mistakes. According to The Economic Times, Chinese authorities took legal action against "Lafufu" dolls, seizing over 46,000 of them due to warnings regarding black market exploitation and violations of the original IP, Pop Mart. However, China's efforts to seize fake Labubu dolls weren't enough, as many fans still prefer purchasing counterfeit products, especially fed-up parents getting constantly nagged by their children for the viral doll. While the issue regarding Lafufs exists, Labubus's success made its founder, Wang Ning, one of China's youngest billionaires. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Squid Game Fans Spot Sneaky Final Season Easter Egg And They're Stunned
Squid Game fans have spotted an interesting detail pointing towards the show's ending in its very first season. The hit Netflix drama premiered in 2022, and while it was originally only conceived as a one-season show, it was later renewed for two more by the streaming giant. And right before the final instalment began streaming last week, viewers noticed an intriguing Easter egg that indicated when the show would come to an end. In the last episode of season one, Gi-hun is seen checking his balance using a very unique debit card after surviving the titular games. A close-up on this card revealed its expiry date as 06/25 – the very same month that Squid Game would eventually be coming to an end. Squid Game episode 1-9, 'One Lucky Day'Date: 9/17/2021 (985)What's that expiration date!? — Saul 🏴☠️ (@uptownsaul) June 24, 2025 👀 — Stevie 🔮 $XRP (@EsotericKang) June 24, 2025 gihun's card is going to expire around the same time as squid game ending??? — cheri (@reinmyhrt) June 13, 2025 I can't believe I never noticed this OMG 😭 — 𝑀𝑎𝑑𝑖𝑠𝑜𝑛 𝐾 🌙☀️⁵⁵ ⁴⁵⁶ (@MadisonK_64) June 14, 2025 how do you guys notice these 😭😭 — Nei Nei ║ FUNNY little FEARS. 💫 (@portamiabailar) June 14, 2025 In Squid Game Gi-hun's 45.6 billion won gold card will expire on the same month and year the show ends — Pubity (@pubity) June 20, 2025 Gi-hun's ₩45.6B card in 'SQUID GAME' expires on the same month & year the show ends. — Complex Pop Culture (@ComplexPop) June 20, 2025 In Squid Game Gi-hun's 45.6 billion won gold card will expire on the same month and year the show ends — Dexerto (@Dexerto) June 20, 2025 OMGGGGGGGG — 👧🏻💜 #FreeImranKhan #FreePalestine (@thisisikura_) June 27, 2025 Cool detail for #SquidGamehttps:// — The Culture Circuit (@CultureCircuit1) June 21, 2025 The third and final season of Squid Game premiered on Netflix on 27 June, becoming the first show to ever debut at number one in all 93 countries which have access to the platform. Season three also set a new record for the most global views in a three-day period in Netflix's history. Although creator Hwang Dong-hyuk has made it clear that the current Squid Game saga is now over, he has teased that the door is open to spin-offs, follow-ups or even a midquel in the future. There are also rumours that a US remake with David Fincher at the helm is on the cards, while reality competition Squid Game: The Challenge is expected to return to our screens later in the year. All three seasons of Squid Game are now streaming on Netflix. There's Good News And Bad News For Anyone Still Hoping For Squid Game Season 4 Squid Game Director Reveals Truth Behind That Truly Wild Season 3 Finale Cameo Squid Game Creator Makes Intriguing Elon Musk Comparison
Hindustan Times
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Fortnite: Over 1 million players still active on game every month, details here
Epic Games' Fortnite has managed to stay on top of its competition in 2025, even as player activity shows signs of cooling off since the game's massive peak last year. The battle royale game averaged just over 1.15 million active players in June 2025, according to That's a recovery from May, which saw the lowest average since mid-2023. The figures may not look huge compared to the game's record-breaking days, but they are still enough to keep Fortnite ahead of many other battle royale titles. Fortnite has millions of registered players(Unsplash) Throughout 2024, Fortnite often pulled in around 2 million active users a month, as per Dexerto. But by early 2025, the energy began to shift. January averaged around 1.8 million players, before sliding down through March and April. Still, June saw a small but notable bump - likely due to Chapter 6 Season 3's superhero-themed update. Also read: Fortnite confirms new Squid Game map for Reload mode: Release date and what we know so far Fortnite's November 2024 record According to Dexerto, the game hit its highest peak on November 30, 2024, during the Remix Finale event. That day, more than 14.3 million people logged in at the same time. Over 44 million played across 24 hours. The event, which closed out a throwback season and paid tribute to Juice WRLD, brought global attention and gave Fortnite one of its most successful months ever. Since then, the numbers have dropped. Even so, the community remains engaged, and the game continues to perform strongly month after month. Still ahead of the pack Despite the dip, Fortnite is still doing well in the Battle Royale pack, per Counter-Strike 2 registered 1.07 million average players in the past 30 days. Apex Legends trails behind with just over 100,000. Others like Overwatch 2 and Call of Duty report even smaller numbers. Fortnite isn't just surviving - it's still setting the bar. With Epic rolling out more collaborations and seasonal updates, the second half of 2025 could still hold plenty of momentum for the title. FAQs Q1. What was Fortnite's peak player count? A1. On November 30, 2024, Fortnite hit 14.3 million concurrent players and 44.7 million daily users. Q2. Which games are Fortnite's top competitors? A2. Its main competitors include Apex Legends, Call of Duty, and Counter-Strike 2. Q3. Why did Fortnite see a drop in 2025? A3. The decline followed the post-event dip after the Remix Finale and less engaging seasonal updates.
Hindustan Times
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Is there going to be The Bear Season 5? Here's what we know so far
The Bear Season 4 premiered on Hulu on June 25. Jeremy Allen White's Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto and the show's emotional highs and lows left fans wondering if the latest instalment would be the show's last. Turns out, it is not. FX has officially confirmed the fifth season of The Bear. Jeremy Allen White in Season 4 of The Bear In July, FX gave The Bear Season 5 the green light, Dexerto reported. Despite early buzz that Season 4 might be the last, FX has made it clear there is more story to tell. FX chairman John Landgraf said, 'The Bear continues to be a fan favorite worldwide and their response to this season – as seen through incredibly high viewership – has been as spectacular as any of its previous seasons.' He added, 'Year-in and year-out, Chris Storer, the producers, cast and crew make The Bear one of the best shows on television, and we are excited that they will continue to tell this magnificent story.' TV critics Andy Greenwald and Chris Ryan previously said on The Watch podcast that it was understood Season 4 would be the final one. But that is no longer the plan. When is The Bear Season 5 coming out? There is no exact release date yet, but Season 5 is expected to follow the show's usual quick turnaround schedule. If things stay on track, we can expect it to drop in June 2026. Who's returning for Season 5 cast? Most of the core cast is expected to return, including Jeremy Allen White as Carmy, Ayo Edebiri as Sydney, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Richie, Lionel Boyce as Marcus, Liza Colón-Zayas as Tina, Abby Elliott as Sugar, Matty Matheson as Neil Fak, Jamie Lee Curtis as Donna, Oliver Platt as Cicero, Molly Gordon as Claire and Gillian Jacobs as Tiff. ALSO READ: The Bear Season 4 review: Ayo Edebiri is the standout in otherwise muted and indulgent return to the kitchen dysfunction FAQs: Q1: Is The Bear Season 4 the final season? No, FX has confirmed that The Bear Season 4 is not the last. Season 5 is officially in the works. Q2: When will The Bear Season 5 be released? There's no official date yet, but Season 5 is expected to release in June 2026. Q3: Who will be in The Bear Season 5 cast? Season 5 will bring back main cast members like Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach and more.
Express Tribune
30-06-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
YouTuber Spanian rescued after severe altitude sickness during Mount Everest trip
Australian YouTuber Spanian was rescued by helicopter after experiencing extreme altitude sickness during a spontaneous trip to Mount Everest, according to a report by Dexerto. In a June 2025 video, the 38-year-old revealed he had flown to the Himalayas without proper acclimatization or training, aiming to see Mount Everest firsthand. Instead of the traditional gradual ascent used to prevent altitude-related complications, Spanian took a helicopter straight to the Everest View Hotel—located at approximately 3,000 meters above sea level. Almost immediately upon arrival, the YouTuber began to suffer from classic symptoms of altitude sickness, including dizziness, shortness of breath, and extreme cold. 'I can't breathe properly, my head hurts, and I'm freezing,' Spanian said, adding that he even experienced a panic attack while trying to record a voice message to his staff. His oxygen saturation level was later measured at just 83%, significantly below healthy levels, prompting an emergency evacuation back down the mountain. 'I almost passed out,' Spanian recalled. 'I was going into some sort of collapse.' Spanian's harrowing experience adds to a growing list of influencers who have underestimated the dangers of Everest. In 2024, French YouTuber Inoxtag disappeared for six months while preparing for a successful summit attempt.
