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2026 International Congress of Basic Science Opens in Beijing
BEIJING, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2026 International Congress of Basic Science (ICBS 2026) opened on August 9 in Beijing, bringing together four Fields Medalists — Shing-Tung Yau, Maxim Kontsevich, Martin Hairer and Caucher Birkar — and Turing Award laureate Robert Tarjan,...
6 Dating App Events to Win Back Gen Z Users
Bumble announced that its signature rule is going away on Aug. 11. Since its founding in 2014, women have made the first move by starting the conversation with a match, but now, anyone in a match can send the first message. Bumble’s shift is a response to changing dating habits, particularly among…
INTU INVESTOR DEADLINE: Intuit Inc. Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit Before September 8, 2026 Deadline
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The law firm of Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that purchasers or acquirers of Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ: INTU) securities between August 22, 2025 and May 20, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), have until Tuesday, September 8,...
Cellebrite DI Investigation Notice: Levi & Korsinsky Notifies Investors of Pending Investigation Into Cellebrite DI (CLBT)
Cellebrite DI Ltd. (CLBT) shareholders lost money when the stock sold off more than 30% following the Company's Q2 2026 results -- Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Company's disclosures concerning their previous projections and related discussions. NEW YORK, Aug. 13, 2026...
Three Bills to Reform Insurance Claims Abuses and Help Homeowners Keep Their Insurance Pass Final Committee, Head to CA Assembly Floor, Says Consumer Watchdog
SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Three bills to help families prevent home insurance nonrenewals and require fair and timely payouts of a claim after a disaster were advanced out of the Assembly Appropriations committee today. Every Fire Survivor's Network and Consumer...
Beijing Review: Why the CPC stands strong
BEIJING, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The year 2026 marks the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC). From just over 50 members at the time of its founding to more than 100 million members today, the CPC has grown vastly in size. What remains unchanged,...
5 Free Event and Trade Show Measurement Strategies
You can’t afford not to measure your trade show or event investment. Without data, there’s no evidence to justify them or make improvements. But measurement doesn’t have to be expensive, argues Dax Callner, founder and president of the Event Marketing Measurement Association (EMMA). “Don’t let cost…
Chris Konecki Named McCormick Place’s New General Manager
CHICAGO — The Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA) appointed Chris Konecki as the new General Manager of McCormick Place, effective August 24. The journey is full circle for Konecki, who began his career at MPEA and ultimately spent 16 years with the organization. During his first…
Coffee with Leading Minds
Coffee with Leading Minds is a new series where we sit down with PCMA Institute instructors and industry experts. You’ll hear directly from the people helping develop courses around the work event professionals are doing right now, and the challenges that come with it.
MEDITECH Boosts Exhibitor NPS and Attendance in 2026
BOGOTÁ, Colombia — MEDITECH, a healthcare show organized by Corferias, the Colombian Association of Hospitals and Clinics (ACHC), and Messe Düsseldorf North America, reported a 16% increase in attendance compared with the previous edition in 2024. Held July 28-31, 2026, at Corferias’ venue in…
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Enhance Trade Show Success with Backlit Tradeshow Displays
Article Summary Backlit trade show displays help exhibitors attract more attention, create stronger brand impact, and maintain consistent visibility regardless of venue lighting conditions. By combining vibrant illuminated graphics with long-term durability and reusability, backlit exhibits offer a…
HairCon: the trade show that’s cutting through the noise
Gina Kay reports from Manchester on the 2026 edition of HairCon and finds a show that is definitely putting on the style.… The post HairCon: the trade show that’s cutting through the noise appeared first on Exhibition News | The trade for shows..
The Truth About Exhibit Spending
Are your exhibit dollars working as hard as they should be? We asked CEIR’s Nancy Drapeau and EXHIBITOR’s Emily Olson to break down the latest benchmarks, and what they reveal might change how you plan your next show. Get their take on budget trends, ROI and the strategies smart exhibitors are…
16 Vinyl Record Design Ideas That'll Remix Your Next Event
From groovy photo ops to interactive elements, here's how recent activations dropped vinyl records into their decor.
Snöball appoints former Comexposium event organiser as chief operating officer
Montreal-based event marketing tech provider, Snöball has appointed Tony Melis as chief operating officer. He joins Snöball from agri-food trade show SIAL… The post Snöball appoints former Comexposium event organiser as chief operating officer appeared first on Exhibition News | The trade for…
Job Opportunity: Manager, Conference & Events – California Charter Schools Association
Position: Manager, Conference & EventsFLSA: Full Time, Non-ExemptLocation: Remote within the US (California preferred)Date: August 2026Apply here Description of Job: The Manager, Conference & Events supports the planning and execution of conferences, meetings, and special events by coordinating…
UNAVU EXPO 2026: Tamil Nadu’s Premier Hotel, Restaurant, Catering and Foodservice Exhibition
Introduction to UNAVU EXPO 2026 UNAVU EXPO 2026 is set to bring together the hotel, restaurant, catering and foodservice industries on one focused business platform in Chennai. Organised by the Tamil Nadu Hotels Association (TNHA), the exhibition is designed to connect hospitality businesses with…
KTPO Exhibition & Convention Centre, Bangalore – Complete Venue Guide
Introduction to KTPO Exhibition & Convention Centre KTPO Exhibition & Convention Centre, also known as Karnataka Trade Promotion Organisation (KTPO), is one of the important exhibition and convention venues in Bengaluru. Located in Whitefield, one of the city’s major business and technology…