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News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Is BLACKPINK's Lisa Behind The Labubu Trend? Deets Inside
Last Updated: Lisa has been frequently spotted with the viral Labubu plushies, making the dolls even more popular. A big head, sharp teeth, large eyes and those fuzzy outfits—this is what the internet is obsessed with. While the Labubu dolls might appear creepy to some, others have found them quite endearing, resulting in global popularity. The dolls have lately become a favourite among fashion lovers and influencers, who want to do anything to collect them. And we have the likes of Dua Lipa, Kim Kardashian, David Beckham, Rihanna and now BLACKPINK's Lisa onboard the newest obsession. Lisa has been largely credited for starting the Labubu craze, owing to her appearances with plushies of the collectible toy as well as a smaller bag chain. Renowned fashion magazines like Vogue Italia and Teen Vogue have also highlighted the role of Lisa in popularising the Labubu plush toys, leading to a surge in demand and establishing it as a cultural icon. LISA is recognized by Vogue Italia and Teen Vogue as the driving force behind the worldwide surge in popularity of Labubu plush, highlighting her pivotal role in setting the global trend. — Pop Core (@TheePopCore) May 26, 2025 Originally created by Kasing Lung, who earlier had a modest fan base, saw a rise in his dolls' popularity after Lisa's enthusiastic and visible endorsements. The idol made frequent appearances with Labubu-themed merchandise and various accessories in public outings, social media posts, live performances and even fan meets. I still can't believe LISA is the one who started the whole Labubu craze. Its literally everywhere — ꧁★ As per Vogue Italia, Lisa's global influence transformed Labubu from a niche item to an international phenomenon, which has now been embraced by fans and fashion lovers alike. 'Lisa has an instinctive ability to spot and amplify niche trends," the magazine notes. just lisa never beating the labubu enthusiast allegations Likewise, Teen Vogue also stressed Lisa's role in shaping global youth culture, adding that her way of promoting Labubu plushies encouraged her fandom, elevating the doll into a symbol of creativity and self-expression. It is worth mentioning that the BLACKPINK star has herself admitted to being obsessed with the Labubu dolls. Previously, in a conversation with Variety, she said, 'I can't stop talking about Labubus. I've been going crazy for them for almost a year, but now I can't really get a new Labubus. They're really hard to find. I'm kind of sad." A Febre Labubu: O Toque Mágico da LISA — a thread — LISA BRASIL (@lalisabrasil) May 14, 2025 Noting that she has about three or four dolls in her collection, Lisa wishes to have an entire box filled with them, including one based on her own personality that she believes would blow up the Internet. With that said, with Labubu dolls getting immensely popular, one can directly purchase them from the monsters from Pop Mart, their official Amazon store, or major retailers. The unique design and growing fan base have also resulted in counterfeit versions flooding the market. First Published:
Metro
4 days ago
- Business
- Metro
How this smart app can help save for a first home
Getting on the housing ladder is a common life goal that, for many of us, seems increasingly difficult to achieve. In fact, there's a good chance the very mention of it makes you feel slightly uneasy when merely keeping up with the rising cost of living feels tricky enough… Then there's the fact that mortgage rates are higher than they've been for most of the past decade. Oh, and did we mention house prices? The UK average is now £268,319, or £555,625 if you live in London¹. But while the last few years haven't been easy for first-time buyers, we have also seen some big technological leaps forward that are benefiting savers. One of them is Plum, a smart money app that's making it faster and easier to save for a house with access to impressive interest rates on great savings products. Here's how you could reach your dream of home ownership with Plum (available on App Store and Google Play) – Saving for your first home can feel like a long and lonely endeavour, so if you're offered a helping hand, it's worth grabbing it! With a Lifetime ISA, you can save up to £4,000 a year towards your first home or retirement, with this money counting towards your £20,000 ISA allowance. Then here's the cool part – the government will add a 25 per cent bonus to whatever you save (up to £1,000 a year). So, if you save the annual maximum of £4,000, you'll get an extra £1,000, turning your total into £5,000! This money grows further thanks to a great 4.75% AER (variable) interest rate for the first 12 months, including a 1.14% AER (variable) bonus, with any interest payments free from tax. You can use your money after 12 months on a house worth up to £450,000 (or once you turn 60 if you're saving for retirement). Bear in mind there's a penalty for withdrawing your money for any other reason, so take some time to ensure a Lifetime ISA is right for you. But if it is, and you're aged between 18 and 39, opening a Plum Lifetime ISA is a breeze – you just need to download the app and answer a few quick questions. The faster you get going, the sooner you can start to build up your balance and enjoy that lovely government bonus! Note that you may get back less than you paid into your LISA as a 25% government penalty applies if you withdraw money for any reason other than buying your first home or retirement. Rates may change. If you sign up for the LISA, you have the right to cancel it fully within 30 days. Savers are currently benefitting from a rise in interest rates since 2021. While this can help protect cash from the effects of inflation as you save towards your first home, it can bring a sting in the tail in the form of a higher tax bill. That's because basic rate taxpayers are limited to earning £1,000 of tax-free interest each year, or £500 if you fall within the higher rate. If you earn more interest than this, you'll be charged tax at the same rate as your income, notching your savings growth down a gear. Cash ISAs help you avoid this trap by allowing you to save up to £20,000 a year tax-free. Just remember that you'll already have used £4,000 of your annual allowance if you've maxed out a Lifetime ISA, leaving £16,000 remaining. By opening a Plum Cash ISA, you could access a competitive rate of up to 4.95% AER (variable), which includes a bonus rate of 1.66% AER (variable) for the first twelve months. The interest rate for transfer-ins is 3.29% AER (variable). A lower rate of 3.29% AER (variable) applies after the first 12 months. Plum offers Cash ISAs without subscription fees. And, just like the Plum Lifetime ISA, your savings are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) up to £85,000. Tax treatment depends on your individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future. Saving for a big goal like buying a house is a bit like training for a marathon. After all, you're far more likely to succeed by running relatively short distances on a regular basis than attempting the whole 42.2km in one go… Automating your savings with Plum helps you save little and often in the background, so you're constantly progressing towards your goal even when you're not thinking about it. Plum's algorithm analyses your income and spending patterns to work out how much it can set aside every so often without leaving you short. Crucially, this means you won't end up with an unexpected hole in your account before payday that you can only fill by raiding your savings! Customers who enabled the Automatic rule save an average of £53.58 more each month (equal to £642.98 over a year). And there are lots more Auto Savers you can try, too, like Rainy Days, which puts aside a set amount each time it rains in your area. That way, the rain on your roof can start to sound like the rain on the roof of… your future house! Note that some smart Saving Rules are paid features and therefore fees apply. You will need to review periodically that automation is suitable for your circumstances. Try Plum TODAY by downloading it for free from the App Store or Google Play. ¹UK House Price Index for February 2025- Plum is the trading name of Plum Fintech Limited and Saveable Limited. Plum Fintech Limited is registered and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 836158). Saveable Limited is authorised and regulated by the FCA (FRN: 739214)
Hype Malaysia
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
From Kazuha To Yeonjun: 7 K-pop Idols Who Were Recently Appointed As Brand Ambassadors
How to market your brand to be even more outstanding? Appoint K-pop stars, of course! The hot trend of appointing our beloved K-pop idols to be the face of brands has worked in high regard, such as BLACKPINK's Jennie (김제니) for Chanel and TWICE's Sana (사나) for Graff. Now, we'll dive into the news of recent idols who were appointed as brand ambassadors. From Lisa for popular audio company Bose to Kazuha for trending fitness attire brand Lululemon, here are 6 recent K-pop idols who are now the faces of these brands. 1. Benefit – TXT's Yeonjun (연준) Meet the new, fresh face of Benefit Cosmetics, TXT's Yeonjun (연준)! Exuding summer crush vibes in the announcement made on 7th May, the 25-year-old idol poses with the brand's signature 'Benetint' in new concept photos. To celebrate the launch, Benefit is also offering fans a set of four ID-style photos with any purchase of the eight 'Benetint' shades. 2. Damiani – Stray Kids' I.N Italian luxury jewellery brand, Damiani, named Stray Kidz I.N as their newest face on 8th May 2025. They announced the official collaboration via social media with the caption, 'We are thrilled to embark on this journey together with such a talented artist: we love his distinctive style and captivating aura. This ambassadorship marks an exciting and dynamic chapter for the Maison Damiani'. Along with the statement, Damiani also released concept photos of the idol adorned with their signature classic pieces in rose gold and silver as he's dressed effortlessly in casual clothing. 3. BOSE – BLACKPINK's LISA (리사) Audio company BOSE has officially partnered with BLACKPINK's LISA (리사) for a star-worthy collab featuring their Ultra Open Earbuds. The BOSE x LISA partnership not only marks the company's growing presence in the pop culture space but also officially showcases LISA as their newest global ambassador. The collaboration launched on 12th May 2025, which features the BOSE Ultra Open Earbuds with an exclusive 'Rockstar' LISA design that was featured in her recent released single 'WHEN IM WITH YOU'. 4. Miu Miu – MEOVV's Ella (엘라) After stealing the spotlight at the Miu Miu AW25 show for Paris Fashion Week earlier in March, the Italian luxury brand has officially named MEOVV's Ella (엘라), as their newest muse. Announced via Miu Miu's social media on 30th April, the brand officially dropped the news with concept photos featuring the 16-year-old idol styled in blue and brown designs from the brand, marking Ella as Miu Miu's youngest global ambassador. 5. Lululemon – LE SSERAFIM's KAZUHA (카즈하) Meet lululemon's newest ambassador, LE SSERAFIM's KAZUHA (카즈하)! Known for her magnetic stage presence, unwavering passion and skills as a ballerina, KAZUHA embodies everything lululemon stands for – living with intention, moving with purpose, and boldly expressing herself in every moment. 'Through this partnership, I hope to inspire everyone to express themselves freely and feel alive in every movement, while finding joy in the process', said the idol in an official statement. 6. BOSS – SEVENTEEN's (에스쿱스) SEVENTEEN's has been named a new member of the BOSS family, joining the lineup featuring notable stars such as David Beckham, Lee Jong Suk, Naomi Campbell and Gisele Bündchen. In an official statement made by BOSS, they mentioned, 'Known for his outstanding leadership and sophisticated style, S. Coups brings a bold presence both on and off the stage, setting the tone for a powerful synergy with Boss'. In line with the announcement, the 29-year-old idol also made his Met Gala debut dressed in a custom BOSS creation. 7. Prada – MEOVV's Gawon (가원) Announced on 17th April 2025, Prada announces that their newest ambassador is none other than MEOVV's Gawon (가원). Similar to Ella, Gawon is also Prada's youngest global ambassador, ready to make headlines and statements with the brand. Her relationship with Prada started at the brand's Fall/Winter 2025 Collection Show in Milan back in February. The 20-year-old idol remarks after the posting that she has admired Prada's vision and philosophy and is honoured to be part of the brand. As the list grows from here on out, which idols are you excited to see as brand ambassadors in the near future? Sources: Soompi, WWD, CultrAlyssa Gabrielle contributed to this article.
The Herald Scotland
24-05-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
What is the best way to save for your grandchildren?
A junior ISA is one of the most popular ways of saving money for grandchildren. These accounts offer tax-free growth, meaning any interest or gains are not subject to capital gains tax (CGT). Contributions can be made up to a specific annual limit of £9,000 and the money is accessible by your grandchild when they turn 18. The benefit of a junior ISA is that the money doesn't form part of your estate, which means it won't be subject to inheritance tax (IHT). This assumes that any gifts made to the junior ISA fall under the IHT gifting allowances or otherwise you survive for seven years from the date of the gift. A junior SIPP (self-invested personal pension) is another a great way to invest for your grandchild's long-term financial future. Unlike junior ISAs, a junior SIPP is designed specifically for retirement savings. The key benefit of a junior SIPP is the tax relief on contributions. You can contribute up to £2,880 per tax year and the government adds 20% basic rate tax relief, boosting the total contribution to £3,600. However, the funds are locked in until your grandchild reaches at least 57 years old. While this may seem a long way off, the advantage of starting early is the significant compound growth over the years, which could potentially result in a substantial retirement fund. A junior SIPP can be a fantastic way to ensure your grandchild has a comfortable retirement, even if they don't have the means to contribute themselves. Once your grandchild turns 18, a lifetime ISA (LISA) can be a valuable tool to help them save for their first home or retirement. The government offers a 25% bonus annually on contributions, which can be a significant boost. Each year, until they turn 50, your grandchild can contribute up to £4,000 and they'll receive a bonus of up to £1,000, making it an attractive option for young adults just starting to save. All interest accumulated within a LISA is tax-free too. A LISA can act as a stepping stone toward helping your grandchild get on the property ladder or saving for their future retirement. While the funds can't be accessed until age 60 (unless used for a first home purchase), it's an investment that can grow significantly over time. When thinking 'what is the best way to leave money to my grandchildren' it's important to consider the potential IHT implications. The amount you 'gift' to your grandchildren could be subject to IHT, depending on how much you leave and when you leave it. However, there are several ways to reduce this potential liability, such as gifting money directly to grandchildren through ISAs or trusts. By making gifts to grandchildren within your annual capital gift allowance – up to £3,000 a year - or setting up a trust, you can reduce the value of your estate, ensuring that more of your wealth passes to the next generation without being impacted by IHT. It's also possible to use other exemptions such as regular gifts from surplus income. Any gifts made that fall outside of these allowances are subject to the 'seven-year rule,' meaning they will only fall outside of your estate once you have survived for seven years from the date of the gift. The best way to leave money to your children or grandchildren depends on your family's wealth, your goals and your wishes for how the money should be used. There is no one-size-fits-all approach, but with careful planning, you can create a strategy that helps you achieve both your own financial goals and those of your grandchildren. Paul Hancock is a senior wealth planner at Canaccord Wealth
NDTV
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
BLACKPINK's Lisa Stuns In A Sunset-Hued Yellow And White Gown At The Bvlgari Event
K-pop group BLACKPINK's member Lisa is leaving no chance to stun the social media audience with her back-to-back glamorous looks. Recently, the singer attended the Bvlgari event in Italy, looking like a goddess. The rapper picked a yellow and white gown from the shelves of Krikor Jabotian. The outfit featured a ruffled off-the-shoulder neckline, in a bold yellow colour. It extended into a fitted white body accented with appliqués. The understated bodice came with detailed embroidery in the middle, contrasting beautifully with the bright yellow appliqué. This section emphasized the waist and added a delicate and feminine touch to the ensemble. Lisa elevated the outfit further with a selection of Bvlgari jewels. The diva wore a diamond Serpenti necklace and bracelet that she paired with a yellow diamond ring. For her makeup, Lisa opted for a smooth base and light blush. She went minimal with subtle eyeshadow and defined eyeliner. The nude lip gloss perfectly complemented the whole look. Lisa tied her hair in a half-up, half-down hairdo. View this post on Instagram A post shared by LISA (@lalalalisa_m) Lisa always makes sure to make heads turn with her impeccable style. In another look, the singer attended the White Lotus premiere in a Schiaparelli gown from the label's autumn/winter '24/'25 collection. The figure-hugging number had a mix of texture, mesh and boldness, which created an illusion with black and mesh inserts. The complexity of the dress is brought by the ruched pleats of the white skirt that accentuated her slender physique. Lisa styled her outfit with statement earrings, a cuff bracelet and a metallic clutch. She brilliantly executed her beauty look with a sleek fox-eye style eyeliner, frosted eyeshadow, rosy pink cheeks and plump mauve lips. For hairstyle, she opted for a chic half-updo in soft waves. View this post on Instagram A post shared by LISA (@lalalalisa_m) Be it glam or subtle style, count on BLACKPINK Lisa for all your fashion inspiration.
