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Punch the baby monkey isn’t being bullied, spends day peacefully: Japan zoo

A young macaque named Punch, abandoned at birth, has become an internet sensation. Videos showed him being chased by other monkeys, sparking concern. The Ichikawa City Zoo near Tokyo clarified that these are natural disciplinary actions within macaque society, not bullying. Punch is gradually integrating with his troop and becoming…

The Times of India

Punch The Monkey Update: Despite Global Support, He Still Gets Bullied In Heartbreaking Videos — Why Do Other Primates Hate Him?

Baby Japanese macaque Punch faces ongoing 'bullying' in viral videos despite global support. Experts reveal it's normal primate hierarchy teaching social norms, not hate, at Japan zoo

International Business Times UK

From Punch the Monkey to Penguin memes: How animals took over the internet in 2026

In 2026, viral animal clips, from a 'Nihilist Penguin' to an orphaned macaque named Punch, captivate millions online. These moments, often reflecting human emotions like loneliness and existential dread, become powerful memes and global narratives. Experts explain this phenomenon stems from anthropomorphism and the internet's need for emotional resets, revealing…

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First Thing: airstrikes hit Iran-Iraq border as US and Israeli plans to mobilise Kurds gathers pace

Experts warn backing Iran’s ethnic communities could increase the risk of a chaotic civil war. Plus, Pam Bondi subpoenaed by US House in Jeffrey Epstein investigation

The Guardian - UK

Major milestone for Punch the viral baby monkey abandoned by his mother

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The Independent UK

Social climber: Punch the monkey starts to outgrow his Ikea plushie

Japanese baby macaque, who appeared to find comfort in the djungelskog toy after being rejected by his mother, seems to be mixing more with his peers

The Guardian - AU

Japanese zoo confirms breakthrough for Punch the monkey after abandonment

The baby orphan macaque appears to have outgrown the orangutan plushie that comforted him through early rejection

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Viral Punch the Monkey Finally Ditches IKEA Teddy For Real Friends After Lonely Start

Ichikawa City Zoo's viral macaque Punch is beginning to bond with another young monkey after months with his IKEA teddy, marking hopeful progress in his social life.

International Business Times UK

What is Sanae token? Japan’s prime minister denies involvement in cryptocurrency that shares her name

Her denial triggers sell-off as ‘sanae token’ halves in value

The Independent UK

Why in the world is Melania Trump leading a UN security council meeting?

The first lady is a Trump and therefore automatically qualified to do anything her heart desires

The Guardian - US

Where to buy Punch the monkey’s viral orangutan toy for £17.99

The seven-month-old Japanese monkey was abandoned by his mother at birth

The Independent UK

PETA calls out treatment of viral baby monkey Punch: ‘Animals pay the lifelong price’

Animal rights group says ‘zoos are not sanctuaries’ but places where animals are confined

The Independent UK

Punch The Monkey Is No Longer Alone! Japan Zoo Now Gets 6,000 Visitors Daily, All Wanting To See Him

Discover how Punch, the viral Japanese macaque, is transitioning from a plush toy to real social interactions at Ichikawa City Zoo.

International Business Times UK

Punch the monkey clings to zoo keeper as they replace his surrogate mother with new toy

Watch as Punch the monkey clings to a zoo keeper’s leg as they switch out his beloved cuddly orangutan toy.

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Punch the monkey isn’t the first lonely zoo animal to capture our hearts – or raise troubling questions

For weeks, the story of Punch the monkey has tugged at heartstrings around the world. Videos of this lonely baby monkey at Japan’s Ichikawa Zoo have triggered global outpourings of empathy, grief and outrage.

The Guardian - AU

‘What’s up with all these monkeys’: Djungelskog the orangutan comforted Punch – but can the Ikea toy help me?

Punch may look sweet with his plushie – but anthropomorphism can’t tell us what a wild animal is truly experiencing

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: US to stop collecting Trump tariffs ruled illegal by supreme court

Dollar slumps and gold rises as authorities say they will halt levies linked to emergency powers but give no word on refunds. Plus, meet some of the people suing the president over civil liberties

Times Life

Bullied baby monkey 'Punch' slowly makes new friends, still won’t let go of plush toy

A young Japanese macaque named Punch has emerged as an unexpected symbol of hope, following his emotional experience at a zoo in Japan that has attracted the attention of the world. The young primate, who was said to have been rejected by his mother moments after birth, has been raised…

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International Business Times UK

Why Is Punch the Monkey Being Bullied? Viral Baby Macaque's Heartbreaking Story Explained

Punch was ejected by his first-time mother shortly after birth during a period of intense summer heat.

The Guardian - AU

The tragedy of Punch the monkey: why do mother animals abandon their offspring?

Footage of Punch, a seven-month-old Japanese macaque, has gone viral around the world after he was rejected by his mother and formed a bond with a soft toy

The Conversation

A viral monkey, his plushie, and a 70-year-old experiment: what Punch tells us about attachment theory

A baby macaque monkey named Punch has gone viral for his heart-wrenching pursuit of companionship.

Euronews

Fans flock to Japan zoo to see viral baby monkey Punch

The baby monkey, named "Punch", has drawn attention online and among visitors who have come to see him in person.

The Guardian - US

Colbert on RFK Jr’s Maha workout video: ‘Senior softcore that feels like dropping acid’

Late-night host discussed the health secretary’s bizarre clip and a poll saying 47% of Americans think Trump is racist

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Ikea just had an adorable response to the viral lonely monkey meme

I’m not crying, you are.

The Independent UK

Internet falls for baby monkey Punch who clung to a plush toy after his mother abandoned him

Videos showing the forlorn little macaque dragging around his orangutan plushy went viral and gained him global sympathy

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