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Father Destroys Home Over Daughter's Tissue Use

2/4/2026

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A father in Guangdong province, China, violently destroyed his home over his daughter's alleged use of tissues instead of a towel.
The incident occurred on January 26 and was shared by the mother, drawing 110 million views.
The daughter said she used a towel, but he remained unconvinced.
The report did not explain motive; some speculated tissue costs.
He first smashed a hairdryer before forcing open his daughter's locked door.

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Story summary

A father in Guangdong province, China, violently destroyed his home over his daughter's alleged use of tissues instead of a towel.
The incident occurred on January 26 and was shared by the mother, drawing 110 million views.
The daughter said she used a towel, but he remained unconvinced.
The report did not explain motive; some speculated tissue costs.
He first smashed a hairdryer before forcing open his daughter's locked door.