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news Bbc World 2026-06-23

Dettol Apologizes After Sexist Ad Backfires in China

Dettol has issued an apology in China following backlash over an advertisement perceived as sexist. The ad, which featured a man seeking a partner "not tainted by other men," sparked accusations of sexism online.

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