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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Wilma, 23, bought a familiar product from Temu - soon a serious rash spread all over her body that required 15 doctor visits: 'Oh God, don't order'

A young woman warns others about the potential health risks of products purchased from Chinese online stores after suffering a severe rash that required multiple doctor visits.

Mar 21 • 10:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Temu and Shein have reorganized": how Chinese platforms immediately circumvented the tax on small packages

Chinese platforms Temu and Shein have found ways to bypass France's new tax on small packages by routing shipments through other European countries before arriving in France.

Mar 14 • 10:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government archived the file on the conflict between Mercado Libre and Temu

The Argentine government has decided to archive the case regarding the conflict between Mercado Libre and Temu following an administrative hearing that led to an agreement between the two e-commerce platforms.

Mar 12 • 20:03 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Faced with Chinese competitors, Zalando intensifies efforts to make a difference

Zalando is enhancing its strategies to distinguish itself from Chinese competitors like Shein and Temu by leveraging AI and reorganizing its logistics network.

Mar 12 • 18:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Temu and Shein Storm the Polish Market. Allegro Remains in the Lead

Chinese e-commerce platforms Temu and Shein are gaining traction in Poland, but local platform Allegro still dominates purchasing preferences among Polish consumers.

Mar 10 • 03:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Temu selling 'perfect' floating shelves for less than B&Q

Temu is offering a set of three floating shelves at a lower price compared to B&Q, attracting budget-conscious shoppers.

Mar 10 • 02:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Temu 'sturdy' £9 side table so similar to B&Q 'modern' £20 alternative

Temu offers a £9 side table that looks very similar to a £20 version from B&Q, allowing shoppers to save money on home furniture.

Mar 9 • 13:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Temu 'comfortable' £160 sofa bed similar to B&Q 'sleek' £203 option

Temu offers a budget-friendly £160 sofa bed that rivals a £203 option at B&Q, allowing shoppers to save over £40.

Mar 9 • 12:23 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Woolworth: Germany's Response to Temu and Shein

Woolworth, a discount retail chain in Germany, celebrates the opening of its 1000th store, highlighting its remarkable growth amidst a challenging retail environment.

Mar 4 • 10:14 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A growing solution among city dwellers to spend less on clothing that withstands the advance of Shein and Temu

More people in Buenos Aires are opting to repair old clothes rather than buy new ones, a trend emerging as a response to rising prices and fast fashion brands like Shein and Temu.

Mar 2 • 09:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Temu has started cooperation with an Estonian company for waste management compliance

E-commerce platform Temu has signed an agreement with an Estonian accredited producer responsibility organization to assist its sellers in complying with electronic and battery waste management requirements.

Feb 27 • 17:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Mikko Kekäläinen 'ordered a husky safari from Temu' – hilarious video released

A funny video shared by journalist Mikko Kekäläinen features him on a kick sled, pulled by his dog Kajo, that has gone viral on Instagram.

Feb 26 • 14:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

We Ordered a Free Temu Tablet – Here's What Happened

A Finnish journalist shares their experience with a free Temu tablet that arrived in the country, revealing unexpected issues with the device.

Feb 24 • 12:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Sheinin and Temu must soon reveal the backgrounds of their products - Tampere leading the way in the green transition

Tampere is the first major city in Finland to commit to the EU’s green development program, which includes implementing a digital product passport for greater transparency in product sourcing.

Feb 23 • 15:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Is Primark Expensive? The Queen of 'Low Cost' Cannot Compete with Temu and Shein

Consumer perception of Primark is shifting as competitors like Temu and Shein gain market share, leading some to view Primark's prices as relatively high.

Feb 20 • 16:24 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Temu vows user protection as NDPC investigates platform

Temu, an e-commerce platform, has pledged to prioritize user privacy as Nigeria's data protection regulator investigates its data handling practices.

Feb 18 • 00:47 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Temu pledges data protection as NDPC probes platform

Temu, the e-commerce platform, has pledged to safeguard user data amidst an investigation by Nigeria's data protection authority over compliance with data privacy laws.

Feb 17 • 15:41 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Nigeria probes Temu over alleged data privacy breaches

Nigeria's data protection regulator is investigating e-commerce platform Temu for potential violations of data privacy laws affecting Nigerian users.

Feb 17 • 13:34 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NDPC investigates e-commerce platform Temu over data breach

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission is investigating the e-commerce platform Temu for potential violations of the Nigeria Data Protection Act due to concerns over data handling and online surveillance.

Feb 16 • 18:41 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Ultra fast-fashion platforms attract more than one in three French people in 2025, according to a study

A study reveals that ultra fast-fashion platforms like Shein, Temu, and AliExpress have drawn over a third of French consumers due to their low prices and extensive product offerings.

Feb 12 • 12:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The State ratifies the validity of sanctions against Temu

Argentina's government has reaffirmed its sanctions against the Chinese platform Temu, compelling it to cease misleading advertising campaigns as a legal dispute continues.

Feb 10 • 20:05 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinese vacuum maker using Temu’s playbook dreams big with Super Bowl debut

Dreame, a Chinese vacuum maker, aims to establish itself in the US market by debuting a Super Bowl commercial, drawing parallels to Temu's successful advertising strategies.

Feb 9 • 14:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Jonna found Temu shirts at Keskinen Village Store: "How is it possible" – This is how Vesa Keskinen explains

Jonna discovered Temu-branded clothing at Keskinen Village Store, raising concerns about the quality standards and regulatory compliance of the products.

Feb 9 • 08:39 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

The EU imposes a 3 euro fee on purchases from Shein and Temu - When does it take effect

On December 12, European finance ministers decided to impose a 3 euro fee on packages up to 150 euros from non-EU online retail purchases, effective July 1, 2026.

Feb 4 • 20:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

The conflict between Mercado Libre and Temu advances in Justice

The legal battle between Mercado Libre and the Chinese platform Temu has progressed as the Supreme Court sent the case file to the Attorney General for further analysis.

Feb 4 • 16:36 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

The man who makes bags criticized Jacquemus' hit model: "Like with Temu"

A Turkish leather expert and content creator known as Tanner Leatherstein shocked the audience by cutting a highly coveted designer bag, comparing it unfavorably to cheaper alternatives.

Jan 15 • 15:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Shoe Dryer from Temu for 15 Euros - A Waste of Money or Worth It? We Tested It

The article reviews a 15 euro shoe dryer purchased from Temu to determine its value for money following recent heavy snowfall in Croatia.

Jan 15 • 13:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Millions in penalties for Zalando and Temu. "Manipulative presentation of discounted prices must end"

Officials have determined that customers on Zalando and Temu platforms were not properly informed about promotions, including the lowest price from 30 days prior to discounts, violating the Omnibus directive implemented in 2023.

Jan 12 • 10:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

We replaced our sofa with a cheaper one from Temu - what we unboxed was a complete joke

A couple went viral on TikTok after unboxing a smaller-than-expected sofa set they purchased from Temu, highlighting the risks of online shopping deals that seem too good to be true.

Jan 8 • 16:32 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

VIDEO A Family Made the Entire Internet Laugh with Their Temu Order: 'We Sold All Our Furniture Because of This. Horrible!'

A family's humorous TikTok video, which went viral with 29 million views, showcased their misunderstanding in ordering a furniture set from Temu, receiving miniature couches intended for children instead of adult-sized furniture.

Jan 7 • 14:09 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

They sold their furniture and ordered new items from Temu. The video became a hit

A family entertained viewers on TikTok by showcasing their experience of selling old furniture and ordering new items from Temu, which quickly went viral.

Jan 7 • 08:49 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

In the Shadow of Amazon and Temu, IKEA - The Most Difficult Period in Its History

IKEA is currently facing one of the most challenging periods in its 80-year history due to steady sales, rising lumber costs, and intense competition from online retailers such as Amazon, Temu, and Shein, resulting in a 26% drop in Inter IKEA's profits for the year ending August 31 as it lowered prices to remain competitive.

Jan 5 • 16:40 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

China’s Ukraine war role, EU vs Shein and Temu, Trump-Modi call: 7 global relations reads

Highlights include concerns about China's increasing support for Russia in Ukraine, the EU's regulatory challenges regarding Chinese companies Shein and Temu, and a call between Trump and Modi.

Jan 1 • 15:00 UTC

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