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Stable genius? How a defective ‘crying horse’ toy went viral in China

28.01.2026 06:22 | The Guardian World

Toy becomes a popular symbol of workplace fatigue after manufacturing error gave it a frown instead of a smileOn 17 February China will celebrate the start of the year of the horse, the zodiac sign symbolising high energy and hard work. But the runaway success of a defective stuffed toy suggests that many Chinese are not feeling the vibe.A red horse toy produced by Happy Sister in the city of Yiwu in the west of China was meant to wear a broad grin, but a factory error meant it hit the shops sporting a despairing grimace. Because the smile was placed upside down, the horse’s nostrils could be interpreted as tears. Continue reading...

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