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How a drum became a brand nightmare in China

Lululemon faced the music from Chinese netizens over the choice of instrument used at an event attended by thousands.

How a drum became a brand nightmare in China
Clean bill of health for Singapore's Changi Airport
Clean bill of health for Singapore's Changi Airport
It's a clean bill of health for Singapore Changi Airport, which has successfully renewed its accreditation under the Airports Council International’s (ACI) Airport Health Accreditation Programme.
Malaysia's convention venues appeal for early reopening
Malaysia's convention venues appeal for early reopening
The Business Events Council Malaysia has filed an appeal letter urging authorities to move forward the targeted October resumption timeline for the business events sector.
A US$79 billion Covid hit for UK events sector
A US$79 billion Covid hit for UK events sector
The UK events industry lost £57 billion (US$79 billion) of value from the pre-pandemic level of £70 billion, according to a major new BVEP report.
Accor debuts first Raffles resort in the Middle East
Accor debuts first Raffles resort in the Middle East
Accor is gearing up to debut its first Raffles Resort in the Middle East, where the beachside property is on track to open in Q4 2021.
How realistic is corporate group travel in 2021?
How realistic is corporate group travel in 2021?
Patty Clark, Director of Global Group Travel Services from CWT Meetings & Events shares four issues to note for those still sitting on the fence of corporate group travel.
Six reasons to make Zurich your next international meeting destination
Six reasons to make Zurich your next international meeting destination
Switzerland's largest city is home to new venues that cater to post-pandemic needs, green meeting initiatives and culinary experiences.
HKCEC welcomes 5G smart robot
HKCEC welcomes 5G smart robot
To usher in Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre's (HKCEC) new status as a venue equipped with 5G connectivity, a futuristic member has joined the team.
Who's attending IBTM World Barcelona?
Who's attending IBTM World Barcelona?
After pivoting to a virtual three-day event last year, IBTM World Barcelona will proceed as an in-person event from 30 November to 2 December 2021.
The Standard to open Asia flagship
The Standard to open Asia flagship
The Standard is stepping up expansion globally, starting with the launch of two properties in Thailand, which will then kick off a series of 10 other projects.
Perth adds impressive win to event calendar
Perth adds impressive win to event calendar
Perth has been chosen as host city for 2024's International Conference on Infrared, Millimeter and Terahertz Waves, marking 12 years since the conference was last held in Australia.
Geneva International Motor Show drives into Qatar
Geneva International Motor Show drives into Qatar
A new version of the Geneva International Motor Show is coming to the Middle East — kicking off in Doha, Qatar in 2023.
CWT names new CFO
CWT names new CFO
Bill Courtney has stepped into his new role as executive vice president and chief financial officer for travel management company CWT, effective 1 September 2021.
Malaysia's latest push to get events 'back on track'
Malaysia's latest push to get events 'back on track'
Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau has added a new initiative under its 'Meet in Malaysia' campaign to further uplift the flagging domestic meetings sector.
Welcome to IMEX America, please show your vaccine passport
Welcome to IMEX America, please show your vaccine passport
Visitors to IMEX America, the Las Vegas-based meetings trade show, will have to provide proof of full vaccination against Covid-19 before gaining entry, organisers have confirmed.