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Mint
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Internet loses it after spotting viral Labubu doll at Karl Marx's grave
Karl Marx, the man who spent his life criticising capitalism's grip on every aspect of life, from work to thought to human identity, probably never imagined that he would one day become part of the very system he opposed. But that is exactly what seems to have happened recently at London's Highgate Cemetery. A picture of Karl Marx's grave with the Labubu doll is going viral. Visitors were surprised to find a Labubu doll placed at Marx's grave. For those unfamiliar, Labubu is a trendy plush character from the Pop Mart collection, which is all about surprise, scarcity, and hype-driven collecting. It is everything that screams late-stage capitalism. So when people saw this wide-eyed toy sitting at the tomb of communism's most famous voice, the internet kind of exploded. 'Is that a f***ing Labubu?' a user asked in disbelief on X. Another said, 'Labubu could be one of the most anti-Marx things I have ever seen.' Labubu, sold in blind boxes where buyers do not know what they will get, is the perfect symbol of modern consumer obsession. These toys can resell for hundreds of dollars, all thanks to manufactured rarity. The irony of placing one on Marx's grave wasn't lost on anyone. But that was not all that was left there. Amid the kitschy toy tribute were more traditional offerings, flowers, notes, and heartfelt letters. A handwritten letter, penned by a Chinese university student named Liu Yuhae, stood out. She wrote with admiration and honesty, reflecting on how Marx's writings shaped her worldview. She shared her struggles with truly understanding his texts, but also her desire to live by them. In a touching and somewhat quirky close, she joked that she looked like a potato and hoped to cook them for Marx in the afterlife. 'If I can meet you in my dreams, I will talk to you in more detail,' she wrote. While the internet is making the situation lighthearted and fun, the very fact that a product of Capitalism was placed at Karl Marx's grave stands as a big irony. The man who had spent his life preaching against Capitalism now lies with the product of one. Labubu dolls are pricey mostly because they are released in limited quantities and sold through blind boxes, so you do not know which one you will get until you open it. Spotting a real Labubu is mostly about the packaging and quality. Genuine ones usually come in official Pop Mart blind boxes with branding and product info printed clearly. Some folks are burning Labubu dolls as a way to criticise overconsumption or reject consumer culture. Others just find the dolls creepy or are reacting to how expensive and overhyped they have become. Labubu is actually a character created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung, but it's produced and sold by Pop Mart, a big collectibles company based in China.
NDTV
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Viral Labubu Doll Spotted At Karl Marx's Grave, Internet Erupts
Karl Marx wrote volumes warning the world about capitalism's ability to commodify everything: thought, art, labour, even identity. What the 'Father of Communism' likely never imagined was that one day, he himself would become part of the spectacle. This week, visitors to London's Highgate Cemetery spotted a Labubu plush toy placed on Marx's grave. Mass-produced, obsessively collected, and heavily marketed, Labubu is a product that represents late-stage consumerism. The 19th-century thinker who dreamed of a world without private property or profit now shared his grave with a wide-eyed doll, made by the same system he tried to fight all his life. — ladidai (@ladidaix) ???? see linkinbyeo (@ladidaix) July 22, 2025 The internet had a field day. A user on X exclaimed, "is that a f***ing labubu?" is that a fucking labubu — siggi ✡︎? (@SignsOfSiggi) July 22, 2025 "Who put a labubu there," a comment read. Who put a labubu there ???? — eri ♡ (@MeLlamoEri) July 22, 2025 A comment read, "Labubu could be one of the most anti-Marx things." Labubu could be one of the most anti-Marx things — Eleventeen Onety 1th (@11teen_onety1th) July 22, 2025 Someone wrote, "the concept of knowing there is currently a Labubu on Karl Marx's grave." the concept of knowing there is currently a labubu on karl marx's grave — helen (@helen) July 22, 2025 "Icon of modern consumerism on his grave he would have hated you," a user wrote. Icon of modern consumerism on his grave he would have hated you mfs — ray! (@stinkytotoro) July 22, 2025 Labubu is part of the Pop Mart universe, a collection of vinyl figures sold in blind boxes, where customers don't know what variant they will receive until they open it. Designed to manufacture desire through artificial scarcity, the toys have become status symbols in the world of Gen Z consumerism. Limited editions resell for hundreds, even thousands of dollars. The Labubu wasn't the only offering on Marx's grave. Alongside it were flowers, handwritten letters, and other tributes. One letter stood out. Written by a Chinese university student named Liu Yuhae, it showed deep gratitude for Karl Marx's work and its influence on contemporary socialist theory in China. "I have always wanted to write you a letter," Ms Yuhae began. "But when it came to actually writing, I found myself at a loss for words because there was so much I wanted to say." Ms Yuhae detailed her efforts to study Marx's works, from 'The Communist Manifesto' to 'The Critique of the Gotha Programme', expressing both awe and humility. "My study of both the principles and the original works of your theories is very limited and superficial... I hope that as my understanding continues to develop and deepen, I can get closer to you," she wrote. "I hope that at the end of my life, I will receive an invitation from you. It has always been my bong-cherished wish to cook potatoes for you everyday in the after life. I already look like a potato now," Ms Yuhae wrote. "In today's society, I still can't avoid being obsequious and senile. I hope that by the time we pass away our society will enable everyone to get rid of such flaws." She ended the letter saying, "There are so many things to say that I can't possibly express them all. So I'll stop here. If I can meet you in my dreams, I will talk to you in more detail. I believe that you can see me. I won't bother you any more. That's all for now."
News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Iowa attorney general to end lawsuit against a sheriff over his immigration pos
Iowa attorney general to end lawsuit against a sheriff over his immigration post By HANNAH FINGERHUT DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa's attorney general on Friday said she will withdraw her lawsuit accusing a sheriff of discouraging compliance with federal immigration law, ending a monthslong public dispute between the two Republicans days after the sheriff's northeast Iowa constituents rallied in his defense. Attorney General Brenna Bird sued Winneshiek County Dan Marx in March over his Facebook post saying his department doesn't always need to detain people at the request of federal immigration authorities. Bird sued even though Marx deleted the post and an investigation from her office showed that Marx fully complied with each of the nearly two dozen requests he had received from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to hold someone suspected of immigration violations. Marx had declined to post a conciliatory message the attorney general's office had scripted. Bird alleged the original post violated state law by impeding and discouraging cooperation with federal immigration officers. The lawsuit jeopardized state funding to the county. As President Donald Trump took office and initiated his campaign of mass deportations, Marx told constituents on Feb. 4 that he shares some of their 'mistrust and many of your concerns with the legitimacy of how these federal agents conduct business" and that requests to hold individuals without a court order are 'violations" of constitutional rights. At the same time, there was a legislative push in states across the country to support Trump's immigration efforts and curtail ' sanctuary cities " that generally limit cooperation with immigration authorities. The Trump administration had also begun taking legal action against governments that have adopted policies inhibiting ICE arrests and deportations. Marx said in a statement Friday that he met with Bird in person and explained it was 'never my intent to discourage immigration enforcement." Marx also thanked his constituents for their patience and 'outpouring of support through this situation," he said. When Bird visited the county Monday, dozens of people showed up to support Marx and criticize the lawsuit as a bullying tactic, television station KGAN reported. Bird said Friday she intended to dismiss the case because the county has 'now fully complied." 'Winneshiek County and Sheriff Marx are in compliance with 27A," she said in a statement, referencing the chapter in Iowa code that ensures cities and counties fully comply with federal immigration law. 'They have committed to continue to honor ICE detainers and cooperate with federal immigration authorities." Marx's February post echoed critiques of what are known as ICE 'detainer" requests that ask local or state law enforcement agencies to hold individuals until they can be taken into custody by federal authorities. Marx said those requests often clash with the Constitution's Fourth Amendment, which bars against unreasonable searches and seizures of individuals without a warrant based on probable cause. If federal agents' 'actions or paperwork are not within constitutional parameters," he wrote, 'then we will make every effort to block, interfere and interrupt their actions from moving forward." (AP) SKY SKY view comments First Published: July 21, 2025, 08:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Iowa attorney general to end lawsuit against a sheriff over his immigration post
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa's attorney general on Friday said she will withdraw her lawsuit accusing a sheriff of discouraging compliance with federal immigration law, ending a monthslong public dispute between the two Republicans days after the sheriff's northeast Iowa constituents rallied in his defense. Attorney General Brenna Bird sued Winneshiek County Dan Marx in March over his Facebook post saying his department doesn't always need to detain people at the request of federal immigration authorities. Bird sued even though Marx deleted the post and an investigation from her office showed that Marx fully complied with each of the nearly two dozen requests he had received from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to hold someone suspected of immigration violations. Marx had declined to post a conciliatory message the attorney general's office had scripted. Bird alleged the original post violated state law by impeding and discouraging cooperation with federal immigration officers. The lawsuit jeopardized state funding to the county. As President Donald Trump took office and initiated his campaign of mass deportations, Marx told constituents on Feb. 4 that he shares some of their 'mistrust and many of your concerns with the legitimacy of how these federal agents conduct business' and that requests to hold individuals without a court order are 'violations' of constitutional rights. At the same time, there was a legislative push in states across the country to support Trump's immigration efforts and curtail ' sanctuary cities ' that generally limit cooperation with immigration authorities. The Trump administration had also begun taking legal action against governments that have adopted policies inhibiting ICE arrests and deportations. Marx said in a statement Friday that he met with Bird in person and explained it was 'never my intent to discourage immigration enforcement.' Marx also thanked his constituents for their patience and 'outpouring of support through this situation,' he said. When Bird visited the county Monday, dozens of people showed up to support Marx and criticize the lawsuit as a bullying tactic, television station KGAN reported. Bird said Friday she intended to dismiss the case because the county has 'now fully complied.' 'Winneshiek County and Sheriff Marx are in compliance with 27A," she said in a statement, referencing the chapter in Iowa code that ensures cities and counties fully comply with federal immigration law. "They have committed to continue to honor ICE detainers and cooperate with federal immigration authorities.' Marx's February post echoed critiques of what are known as ICE 'detainer' requests that ask local or state law enforcement agencies to hold individuals until they can be taken into custody by federal authorities. Marx said those requests often clash with the Constitution's Fourth Amendment, which bars against unreasonable searches and seizures of individuals without a warrant based on probable cause. If federal agents' 'actions or paperwork are not within constitutional parameters,' he wrote, 'then we will make every effort to block, interfere and interrupt their actions from moving forward.' Solve the daily Crossword
Hamilton Spectator
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hamilton Spectator
Iowa attorney general to end lawsuit against a sheriff over his immigration post
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa's attorney general on Friday said she will withdraw her lawsuit accusing a sheriff of discouraging compliance with federal immigration law, ending a monthslong public dispute between the two Republicans days after the sheriff's northeast Iowa constituents rallied in his defense. Attorney General Brenna Bird sued Winneshiek County Dan Marx in March over his Facebook post saying his department doesn't always need to detain people at the request of federal immigration authorities. Bird sued even though Marx deleted the post and an investigation from her office showed that Marx fully complied with each of the nearly two dozen requests he had received from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to hold someone suspected of immigration violations. Marx had declined to post a conciliatory message the attorney general's office had scripted. Bird alleged the original post violated state law by impeding and discouraging cooperation with federal immigration officers. The lawsuit jeopardized state funding to the county. As President Donald Trump took office and initiated his campaign of mass deportations, Marx told constituents on Feb. 4 that he shares some of their 'mistrust and many of your concerns with the legitimacy of how these federal agents conduct business' and that requests to hold individuals without a court order are 'violations' of constitutional rights. At the same time, there was a legislative push in states across the country to support Trump's immigration efforts and curtail ' sanctuary cities ' that generally limit cooperation with immigration authorities. The Trump administration had also begun taking legal action against governments that have adopted policies inhibiting ICE arrests and deportations. Marx said in a statement Friday that he met with Bird in person and explained it was 'never my intent to discourage immigration enforcement.' Marx also thanked his constituents for their patience and 'outpouring of support through this situation,' he said. When Bird visited the county Monday, dozens of people showed up to support Marx and criticize the lawsuit as a bullying tactic, television station KGAN reported. Bird said Friday she intended to dismiss the case because the county has 'now fully complied.' 'Winneshiek County and Sheriff Marx are in compliance with 27A,' she said in a statement, referencing the chapter in Iowa code that ensures cities and counties fully comply with federal immigration law. 'They have committed to continue to honor ICE detainers and cooperate with federal immigration authorities.' Marx's February post echoed critiques of what are known as ICE 'detainer' requests that ask local or state law enforcement agencies to hold individuals until they can be taken into custody by federal authorities. Marx said those requests often clash with the Constitution's Fourth Amendment, which bars against unreasonable searches and seizures of individuals without a warrant based on probable cause. If federal agents' 'actions or paperwork are not within constitutional parameters,' he wrote, 'then we will make every effort to block, interfere and interrupt their actions from moving forward.' Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
