Sad Horse Toy Goes Viral in China

The New York Times | Jan. 30, 2026, 3:54 a.m. | Original
A frowny-faced horse plushie, the result of a factory mistake, has become the internet’s unofficial mascot for the Lunar New Year. Fans say it resonates with overworked office employees.
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