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#LUXMyWill: Beauty Brand LUX Turns "#BuryMeInThis" From Social Media Trend Into Legal Declaration

SINGAPORE -  Media OutReach Newswire - 1 July 2026 - Global beauty brand LUX, in collaboration with VML Singapore, has launched #LUXMyWill — an initiative that transforms one of social media's most talked-about beauty trends into a formal, lasting declaration of personal style. 
       
 Over the past year, women across TikTok and Instagram have embraced hashtags such as #BuryMeInThis - a viral expression of ultimate obsession, where users name the look they would want to be remembered in. What began as playful, dramatic content quickly evolved into a cultural signal: a new generation of women declaring that they are not dressing for occasions - they are the occasion. 
  LUX recognised the deeper meaning behind the trend and partnered with legal experts to give it permanence. #LUXMyWill enables women to turn a fleeting social post into a formally recognised personal style wish - one that can be witnessed, documented and preserved. 
  The initiative invites women to declare their chosen look on camera and tag someone they trust to honour it. Legal specialists worked alongside the brand to define what gives such a declaration standing, and to create simple, accessible content explaining the process. Selected participants also received a LUX My Will box, designed to preserve their chosen outfit alongside their recorded declaration. 
  "Beauty has always been a powerful form of self-expression. Today, women are taking that further - not waiting for occasions, but becoming them," said Judy Zu, Global Brand Director, LUX. "This trend showed us that when a woman chooses how she wants to be remembered, it's not frivolous - it's a statement of identity. We wanted to give that statement the recognition it deserves." 
  The movement built organically. Creators who had previously posted under #BuryMeInThis revisited their content to make it official, tagging friends who, in turn, created declarations of their own. Each tag became a new participant. Each declaration, a witnessed moment. Each video, a permanent expression of personal style. 
  Through this chain of participation, #LUXMyWill expanded rapidly - creator by creator, tag by tag - turning individual expressions of glamour into a collective cultural movement. 
  At its core, #LUXMyWill reinforces LUX's enduring belief: beauty is not just something you wear for a moment. It is something you embody, define, and leave behind - because you are the occasion. 
 Hashtag: #LUXMyWill ##BuryMeInThis
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About LUX
LUX has been celebrating beauty and femininity since 1925. We stand for beauty that does not blend in: bold, sassy and maximalist. We will continue to support efforts that help women express their Main Character Beauty. 
 

About VML
VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, to create connected brands that drive growth. The agency is a leading global marketing and systems integration partner, specializing in creating innovative solutions for business transformation. VML is celebrated for its award-winning work with blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Intel, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, which name WPP a "Leader" in Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. VML's global network is powered by 28,000 talented people across 60-plus markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.

ICONSIAM Captivates the World with Historic Rainbow Drone and Fireworks Spectacular, Showcasing Thailand's Readiness to Host World Pride 2030

BANGKOK, THAILAND -  Media OutReach Newswire - 1 July 2026 - ICONSIAM, the global landmark and experiential destination on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, successfully concluded Pride Month 2026 with a historic celebration that captured worldwide attention and reinforced Thailand's position as a leading Pride-Friendly Destination. On the evening of 30 June 2026, ICONSIAM created an unprecedented spectacle with Thailand's first-ever Rainbow Drone and Fireworks Show, illuminating Bangkok's iconic riverfront and showcasing the nation's commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion.   
   
            
       ICONSIAM Pride Month 2026     
     
 The historic finale drew overwhelming interest from both local and international visitors, who gathered along the  Chao Phraya River to witness "Journey of Pride Spectrum" —  Thailand's first-ever five-minute aerial display combining vibrant rainbow-themed drones and fireworks. Set against the stunning backdrop of  Bangkok's most iconic riverfront destination, the spectacular performance transformed the night sky into a powerful symbol of unity, acceptance, and hope.  Images and videos of the event were rapidly shared across social media platforms around the world, generating significant online engagement and further highlighting Bangkok's growing reputation as a welcoming global destination for LGBTQIA+ communities and travelers. 
             
       "Journey of Pride Spectrum" — Thailand's first five-minute rainbow drone and fireworks show.     
     
 The landmark celebration also served as a compelling demonstration of Thailand's readiness  to host World Pride 2030. Through this extraordinary showcase of creativity, inclusivity, and cultural expression, ICONSIAM reinforced Bangkok's potential to welcome global audiences and host world-class international events that unite people from all walks of life. 
  Throughout the month of June, under the  "UNITY OF PRIDE: DIVERSE SERIES, ONE COMMUNITY" campaign, ICONSIAM welcomed visitors with a series of immersive experiences that celebrated the vibrant spirit of Rainbow Culture, creating memorable moments and spreading positivity both on-site and across digital platforms. 
  The destination was transformed into a true  Pride-Friendly Destination, featuring the spectacular  Pride Rainbow Waterfall on the 6th floor, Asia's longest rainbow-themed dancing fountain show, and the dazzling  ICONIC Rainbow Lighting installation created in collaboration with  LightSource, illuminating the iconic façade at the building's pinnacle in vibrant rainbow hues. The month-long celebration was further enriched by a diverse lineup of signature events, including the  A FAIR x UNITY OF PRIDE shopping festival, the exclusive  Pride & Greet fan experience with artists from DOMUNDI, and the contemporary art exhibition  "Colors of Pride: Unity in Diversity" by Queer Art Thailand on the M Floor. Together, these experiences powerfully championed the values of diversity, inclusion, and equality, reinforcing ICONSIAM's commitment to creating a welcoming space where every individual is celebrated. 
  ICONSIAM believes that diversity is a source of strength that enriches communities, inspires creativity, and brings people together. The overwhelming response to  UNITY OF PRIDE and Thailand's first-ever Rainbow Drone and Fireworks Spectacular reflects the growing importance of creating inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and celebrated. As a  Global Experiential Destination, ICONSIAM remains committed to championing diversity, equality, and meaningful participation while creating extraordinary experiences that inspire visitors from around the world. Through collaborations with partners across the public and private sectors, ICONSIAM continues to support initiatives that strengthen Thailand's global profile, promote cultural exchange, and reinforce Bangkok's position as one of Asia's most dynamic, inclusive, and welcoming destinations, while contributing to Thailand's vision of becoming a global destination that embraces diversity and supporting the city's journey towards hosting World Pride 2030. 
  For more information, please visit  www.iconsiam.com. 
  
Hashtag: #ICONSIAM #UnityOfPride #RainbowFireworks #WorldPride2030 #BangkokPride #PrideMonth2026
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The 6th Cross-Strait Sun Yat-sen Forum Successfully Held in Zhongshan, Guangdong

ZHONGSHAN, CHINA -  Media OutReach Newswire - 1 July 2026 - As 2026 marks the 160th anniversary of the birth of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, the 6th Cross-Strait Sun Yat-sen Forum was held in Zhongshan, Guangdong Province—the hometown of the great pioneer—from June 27 to 29 under the theme "Carrying Forward Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Spirit of Endeavor and Working Together for the Great Rejuvenation of the Chinese Nation". This year's forum was the largest in its history, attracting the broadest participation from Taiwan compatriots and the highest proportion of young participants to date. Around 2,000 representatives from across the Chinese mainland, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macao attended the event. Centered on cultural heritage and driven by economic and trade cooperation, the forum established a multi-level platform for cross-strait exchanges and collaboration while fostering broader consensus on integrated cross-strait development. 
             
       At the 6th Cross-Strait Sun Yat-sen Forum open ceremony     
     
 
 
 Distinguished guests from both sides of the Taiwan Strait attended the opening ceremony and noted in their remarks that Dr. Sun Yat-sen is a revered national pioneer shared by compatriots on both sides of the Strait. His vision of rejuvenating China remains a common spiritual legacy, and people across the Strait should carry forward his ideals and work hand in hand toward national rejuvenation. During the opening ceremony, Zhongshan Municipal People's Government and the Association of Taiwan Investment Enterprises on the Mainland signed the  Strategic Framework Agreement on Deepening Zhongshan-Taiwan Economic and Trade Cooperation to Promote Integrated Development, laying a solid institutional foundation for long-term industrial cooperation across the Strait. 
  
 
 
 
 A series of cultural exchange activities also took place throughout the forum. Participants enjoyed an evening tour of the century-old Sunwen West Road Arcade Pedestrian Street, immersing themselves in Zhongshan's rich historical heritage and the vibrant cultural and tourism scene of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. They also visited the Museum of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, where they studied revolutionary historical archives, bowed before Dr. Sun's bronze statue to pay homage, and gained a deeper appreciation of his enduring ideals of "All Under Heaven Belong to the People" and "Revitalize China". Many participants remarked that these activities provided an excellent platform for sustained exchanges among young people across the Strait and that their shared cultural roots and common heritage form a solid foundation for advancing cross-strait spiritual integration. 
  
 
 To further strengthen cross-strait economic cooperation and advance industrial integration between Shenzhen and Zhongshan, the forum also featured the "Taiwan Businesses Gather in Zhongshan, Industries Glow in the Greater Bay Area" 2026 Guangdong-Taiwan Economic and Trade Exchange Conference and Investment Promotion Event Celebrating the Second Anniversary of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link. A total of 19 industrial projects were signed during the event. The first group comprised seven Taiwan-invested projects spanning semiconductor supporting industries, electronic components, smart home products, high-end fitness equipment, and medical devices. The second and third groups included 12 Shenzhen-Zhongshan collaborative projects covering new energy vehicle components, industrial robotics, memory chip packaging, advanced specialty materials, and integrated cultural, tourism, and commercial developments. 
  
 
 During the investment promotion event, Taiwan business representatives spoke highly of Zhongshan's business environment. Zhang Congyuan, Chairman of Huali Industrial Group, which has operated in Zhongshan for more than two decades, praised the city's enterprise service philosophy of "staying out of businesses' way when everything runs smoothly while providing prompt support whenever needed". He noted that this business-friendly environment has helped the company grow into one of the world's leading manufacturers of athletic footwear. 
  
 
 Guo Wenhai, secretary of the CPC Zhongshan Municipal Committee, extended a sincere invitation to Taiwan businesses and entrepreneurs to invest and establish operations in Zhongshan. He emphasized that the city offers not only strong industrial infrastructure but also high-quality government services. Zhongshan will continue to provide proactive, efficient, and dedicated support for businesses while continuously improving both its hard and soft investment environment. Leveraging the opportunities created by the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, the city aims to create broader prospects for cooperation and shared growth for enterprises from both sides of the Taiwan Strait. 
  
 
 Participants and Taiwan business representatives agreed that, taking the 160th anniversary of Dr. Sun Yat-sen's birth as an important milestone, this year's forum created new channels for both cultural exchanges and industrial cooperation across the Strait. Looking ahead, Zhongshan will continue to organize regular initiatives, including entrepreneurship support programs for young people from Taiwan, youth exchange activities, and Guangdong-Taiwan industrial matchmaking events. By carrying forward Dr. Sun Yat-sen's spirit, embracing the opportunities of the Greater Bay Area, and strengthening both economic cooperation and people-to-people ties, the city will continue to contribute to a new chapter of integrated cross-strait development. 
 Hashtag: #CrossStraitSunYatSenForum #Zhongshan #Guangdong
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Toblerone Presents " The Ultimate Gift ": The Toblerone Crystal Bar crafted by Swarovski

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND -  Media OutReach Newswire - 1 July 2026 - An iconic Swiss chocolate brand meets one of the world's most celebrated names in crystal artistry to bring 'Never Square' to life. Creating something unexpected, something beautiful, and something that gives back: Toblerone today announces  The Ultimate Gift. 
     
        
        
       The Making of - Toblerone Crystal Bar crafted by Swarovski     
     
    The centrepiece is the Toblerone Crystal Bar crafted by Swarovski: an exceptionally rare series of hand-made crystal replicas of the original Toblerone chocolate bar - the gift many associate with travel. Familiar in form. Remarkable in execution. Individually numbered, certified, and utterly one-of-a-kind.   
   
  
   The Ultimate Gift: A Global Auction for Good     
       
   
    From 1st July to 31st July 2026, travellers passing through some of the world's most iconic airports (Athens, Delhi, Doha, Dubai, Frankfurt, Madrid, New York JFK, Singapore and Zurich) will encounter a mesmerising pop-up experience celebrating both brands and, above all, will have the chance to bid in person on the Toblerone Crystal Bar crafted by Swarovski.   
   
                    
         Toblerone Crystal Bar crafted by Swarovski       
           
  
   Each auction is linked to the airport's own established charity partner - organisations already embedded in their local communities and chosen by the airports themselves. 100% of winning bids will be donated to the designated charity at each location.   
   
  
   However, the auction is open to everyone globally. No need to be travelling to take part. Bidding is available online (terms and conditions apply), click    here to visit the auction site and    here for more information on the charities.   
   
  
                    
         Toblerone Crystal Bar crafted by Swarovski unveiled in the Crystal Dome at Swarovski Kristallwelten       
           
  
   The Story Behind the Crystal Bar     
       
   
    Toblerone was born in Switzerland in 1908. Its triangular shape has made it one of the most recognised silhouettes in the world. For generations of travellers, it has been the gift you bring home: a small but indulgent, reliable piece of Switzerland.   
   
  
   To bring the Toblerone Crystal Bar to life, Toblerone turned to Swarovski. Swarovski delivers a diverse portfolio of unmatched quality, craftsmanship, and creativity. Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and markets high-quality crystals and created stones as well as finished products such as jewelry.   
   
  
   The two share more than Alpine geography. They share a belief that quality is not a detail but it is the point. That the things worth making are worth making properly. And that some of the most enduring objects in the world are the ones that manage to be both beautiful and, somehow, completely unpretentious about it.   
   
  
   The result is the Toblerone Crystal Bar crafted by Swarovski: Toblerone's unmistakable triangular form, unapologetically rich on the inside, reimagined as a luxury artefact through Swarovski's crystal craftsmanship.   
   
  
   Iain Livingston, President Toblerone & World Travel Retail, says: "Toblerone has always been more than a chocolate bar. It's a ritual, a symbol of travel, and one of the world's most recognised gifts. Creating the Toblerone Crystal Bar crafted by Swarovski feels like a natural expression of who we are: a brand that takes quality seriously but never takes itself too seriously. The Ultimate Gift is exactly that and will raise funds to support brilliant causes that help make the world a better place."   
   
  
   The Craft Behind the Crystal     
       
   
    Each Toblerone Crystal Bar crafted by Swarovski is exclusively designed and developed using Swarovski's rich savoir-faire: 
    
     
       Modelled on the original Toblerone chocolate bar & manufactured in Austria     
     
       Each weighs 851g and measures 305mm in length     
     
       546 individually cut facets per bar     
     
       140 hours of development and 65 hours of production - 100% handmade     
     
       Crafted with high-precision cutting technology, characterised by unmatched brilliance     
   
  
         
     The Ultimate Gift Box: Available to All     
       
   
    For those who prefer to take something home immediately, Toblerone is also launching a limited-edition Ultimate Gift Box adorned with Swarovski crystals, available exclusively in World Travel Retail throughout the campaign period across airports globally.   
  
   
   Inside: a Milk Toblerone bar.   
   
  
   Crystals on the outside. Unapologetically rich on the inside. The answer, as ever, to the question every traveller eventually asks themselves at the airport:    "Where is my Toblerone?" 
  
Hashtag: #Toblerone #Neversquare #CrystalBar #UltimateGift #SwarovskiCrystals
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About Toblerone
In 1908, Theodor Tobler and Emil Baumann invented a unique chocolate: Toblerone. "Toblerone" is a portmanteau of "Tobler" and "Torrone," the Italian term for honey-almond nougat. Its distinctive triangular shape has been recognised around the world ever since. Today, production remains based in Bern Brünnen, where employees work with great passion every day — producing up to 4 million Toblerone products daily, with around 90 percent of all Toblerone sold worldwide manufactured right there in Bern. 
  Toblerone has never been square. Not in shape. Not in spirit. And not in ambition.  Never Square is the belief that the best things in life refuse to conform — and that the most interesting gifts are rarely the obvious ones. 
 

About Swarovski
Masters of Light Since 1895. 
  Swarovski creates beautiful products of impeccable quality and craftsmanship, celebrating joyful extravagance and self-expression. 
  Founded in 1895 in Austria by Daniel Swarovski, Swarovski creates the world's finest crystals, Swarovski Created Diamonds, Swarovski Crystal Pearls and Swarovski Zirconia, jewelry, and accessories, as well as home décor and crystals for the automotive industry. 
  Swarovski Crystal Business operates in more than 140 countries worldwide, with 2,200 boutiques complemented by a network of selected multibrand partners and employs approximately 18,300 people globally. Together with its sister companies, Swarovski Optik and Tyrolit, it forms the Swarovski Group. Rooted in the company's heritage, Swarovski strives to make a positive impact on people, society, and the planet. Today, sustainability measures are implemented throughout the value chain, with a focus on circular innovation, championing diversity and inclusion, and encouraging self-expression. This includes the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation, which supports charitable organizations bringing positive environmental and social impact.

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China’s digital hub Hangzhou hosts conference on AI, OPC

HANGZHOU, CHINA -  Media OutReach Newswire - 30 June 2026 - The inaugural AI+OPC Innovation and Development Conference was held from June 29 to 30 in Shangcheng District, Hangzhou, capital city of east China's Zhejiang Province. Centered on one-person company (OPC), a new form of smart economy in the AI era, the conference program comprised one opening ceremony and two parallel breakout sessions. 
             
       Live from the 1st "AI+OPC" Innovation & Development Conference in Hangzhou     
     
 It gathered around 400 delegates from government departments, industry associations, financial institutions, AI enterprises and OPC startup operators across the country. Participants exchanged insights on AI innovation pathways and cross-industry integration strategies, injecting strong impetus into Hangzhou's ambition to develop a national benchmark hub for AI+OPC entrepreneurship. 
  A series of key launches and milestone ceremonies took place during the opening segment. Official releases included the 2026 national OPC development observation report, Hangzhou's 2026–2028 action plan and supporting policies to build a national AI+OPC entrepreneurship hub, and a catalog of actionable AI+OPC application scenarios. Attendees also received an in-depth interpretation of the specifications for AI-enabled OPC community services and evaluation. 
  The ceremony featured multiple landmark initiatives: plaque awarding for Hangzhou's priority AI+OPC incubation communities and dedicated observation sites, the official launch of the AI+OPC Community Alliance initiative, and a kickoff marking the official construction of the national AI+OPC entrepreneurship hub. 
  The open forum session featured keynote speeches from distinguished industry and academic leaders. Speakers included Pan Yunhe, former executive vice president of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and professor at Zhejiang University; Liang Gui, former executive vice governor of Jiangxi Province and ex-director of the Torch High Technology Industry Development Center under the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology; and Zou Ling, head of Hong Hub, Shangcheng District's single-member unicorn startup acceleration community, who shared cutting-edge insights from varied perspectives. 
  A panel dialogue followed, bringing together representatives from Moshu OPC Community (Beijing E-Town), the School of Future Science and Engineering at Soochow University, Qingju Hub · Future Digital Intelligence Port (Shangcheng District), and Puhua Capital for in-depth industry exchanges. 
  Complementary concurrent events held throughout the conference included an OPC capital-industry matchmaking salon, a symposium on industry-education integration for AI-powered OPC sectors, and a national exchange forum for AI+OPC community practitioners. 
  OPC has emerged as a vibrant new engine driving economic vitality and underpinning high-quality development. Against the backdrop of a new development era, the inaugural Hangzhou AI+OPC Innovation and Development Conference unites OPC innovators nationwide. 
  Drawing on the creative energy of millions of independent super-individual operators, the event delivers sustained digital momentum to fuel Hangzhou's super-individual economy, while rolling out replicable local practices and actionable Hangzhou solutions to advance high-quality growth of smart economies nationwide. 
  
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Sri Lanka Bar Smoke & Bitters Honoured With Coveted Michter’s Art Of Hospitality Award As Part Of Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026

The acclaimed island bar becomes the first Sri Lankan venue to receive this prestigious hospitality award

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM -  Media OutReach Newswire - 30 June 2026 – Sri Lanka's celebrated coastal venue  Smoke & Bitters has been named winner of the  Michter's Art of Hospitality Award in the run-up to Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026. 
  Voted for by more than 300 members of the Asia's 50 Best Bars Academy, this award recognises an establishment that has delivered exceptional hospitality over the past 18 months, setting a new benchmark for guest experience across the region. 
  Located on Pehembiya Beach in Dikwella on Sri Lanka's southern coast, Smoke & Bitters has risen steadily since opening in January 2020. In 2025, it ranked No.14 on Asia's 50 Best Bars and No.67 on the extended list of The World's 50 Best Bars, becoming the first bar in Sri Lanka to feature on the global ranking. The venue has also been named The Best Bar in Sri Lanka on the Asia's 50 Best Bars list for four consecutive years. 
  The brainchild of co-founders Don Ranasinghe and Lahiru Perera, Smoke & Bitters was created to showcase Sri Lanka's culinary heritage and ingredients through a contemporary cocktail and dining experience. Their commitment to authenticity means all dishes are cooked using traditional wood fire – either smoked or chargrilled – as signified by 'Smoke' in the name, while 'Bitters' reflects bitters from indigenous Sri Lankan herbs and spices which dominate a cocktail menu inspired by myriad global cultures. 
  Beyond its culinary and cocktail philosophy, hospitality lies at the core of the Smoke & Bitters experience. Reflecting Sri Lanka's culture of warmth and generosity, the team delivers service that is relaxed yet attentive, creating an easy-going beachfront setting where guests feel genuinely welcomed. This balance of informality and care has become a defining feature of the bar and underpins its recognition with the Michter's Art of Hospitality Award. 
  The drinks menu draws inspiration from early Tiki pioneers while integrating local ingredients and techniques. Signature serves such as the Bananarama combine smoked wild bee honey with Rockland arrack, banana peel, falernum and smoked hellfire bitters, reflecting the bar's flair for layering smoke and spice. The playful Mai Chai blends Ceylon chai tea with rum, triple sec, spiced orgeat and chai syrup, lifted by elemakule tiki bitters, while Pani Like Dodang balances Sri Lankan sweet orange and gin with ginger honey, triple sec, salt and pepper, mint and orange bitters. The bar has become recognised for its ingredient-led cocktails built around seasonal local produce such as rambutan, mangosteen and woodapple, underscoring its commitment to celebrating Sri Lanka's natural bounty. 
  Emma Sleight, Director of Content & Creative for Asia's 50 Best Bars, says: "Smoke & Bitters has played a pivotal role in redefining perceptions of Sri Lanka's bar scene. Its commitment to local ingredients, open-fire cooking and heartfelt hospitality creates an experience that feels both deeply personal and globally relevant. Congratulations to Don, Lahiru and the entire team on this well-deserved recognition." 
  Don Ranasinghe & Lahiru Perera, Co-Founders of Smoke & Bitters say: "It's honestly pretty crazy to receive the Michter's Art of Hospitality Award and see Sri Lankan hospitality being recognised on this level. We've always believed there's something really special about the way people welcome and look after you on our island, so this means a huge amount not just to our team, but to the wider hospitality community in Sri Lanka as well. From day one, Smoke & Bitters has been about creating a warm, relaxed space genuinely rooted in our culture—so to be recognised for our hospitality is incredibly meaningful." 
  Matt Magliocco, Executive Vice President for Michter's, says: "Congratulations to Don Ranasinghe, Lahiru Perera, and the entire Smoke & Bitters team on winning the Art of Hospitality Award. Smoke & Bitters has become recognised as a destination for thoughtful hospitality, and we're delighted to celebrate this well-deserved achievement." 
  The Michter's Art of Hospitality Award is the first of two special accolades to be announced ahead of the 11th edition of Asia's 50 Best Bars, sponsored by Perrier. The 2026 edition will culminate in a live awards ceremony at Wynn Palace, Macau on 28 July, featuring a red-carpet celebration and the official unveiling of The Best Bar in Asia 2026. 
  This year's programme is designed to encourage dialogue and creative exchange within the drinks industry, with curated events such as the Bartenders' Feast, highlighting Macau's vibrant food and beverage culture, and Meet the Bartenders, an intimate media roundtable. The ceremony will also be livestreamed on the 50 Best  YouTube channel, allowing bar professionals and enthusiasts around the world to take part virtually. 
  About Asia's 50 Best Bars 
  Asia's 50 Best Bars is the first regional event of The World's 50 Best Bars brand, created in 2016 with the purpose of showcasing the best and most innovative talent in the drinks industry in this region. The annual ranking is based on the votes of the Asia's 50 Best Bars Academy, comprising the most knowledgeable and travelled members of the bar industry, drinks media and mixology experts from across Asia. The Academy spans dozens of cities across the continent, reflecting the relative development and importance of bar scenes in different locations and the diversity of the drinking scene in Asia. Asia's 50 Best Bars, The World's 50 Best Bars, North America's 50 Best Bars and Europe's 50 Best Bars are owned and organised by William Reed, the group behind The World's 50 Best Restaurants, The World's 50 Best Hotels and The World's 50 Best Vineyards. 
  About the host destination partners  Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace 
  Wynn Macau is a luxury integrated resort in Macau with two iconic towers featuring a total of 1,014 spacious rooms, luxury retail, 11 food and beverage outlets, two spas, a salon and a pool. The resort proudly boasts three distinct entertainment experiences, including the choreographed Performance Lake, blending lofty plumes of water, gracefully choreographed, powerful LED lights and fire effects. 
  For more information, visit  press.wynnmacau.com. 
  Wynn Palace is Wynn's second luxury integrated resort. Located in the Cotai area, it features a 28-storey hotel with 1,706 exquisitely furnished rooms, versatile meeting facilities, renowned luxury retail, 12 food and beverage outlets, an upmarket food hall featuring 6 standalone restaurants and a variety of additional food offerings, Macau's largest spa, a salon and a pool. The resort also features a variety of entertainment experiences, including the dazzling eight-acre Performance Lake, the unique SkyCab, an immersive entertainment center, largescale floral sculptures and an extensive collection of Western and Asian art displays. 
  For more information, visit  press.wynnpalace.com. 
  About the Award Sponsor Michter's: 
  Based in Louisville, Kentucky, Michter's celebrates an extraordinarily rich heritage tracing back to 1753. The Michter's team spares no expense in its efforts to produce the greatest American whiskey possible, with tremendous attention given to every step in the production process. Michter's has received extensive critical acclaim for its line of Bourbon, Rye, Sour Mash, and American whiskeys. 
  Our Partners 
  
   
     Wynn Resorts Macau - Official Host Destination Partner   
   
     Perrier - Official Water Partner, sponsor of The Best Bar in Asia   
   
     SevenRooms – Official Booking Platform Partner, sponsor of SevenRooms Best Bar Design Award   
   
     Doordash – Official Delivery Partner   
   
     Michter's – Official American Whiskey Partner, sponsor of Michter's Art of Hospitality Award   
   
     Nikka Whisky – Official Whisky of the World Partner, sponsor of Nikka Highest Climber Award   
   
     Ketel One – Official Vodka Partner, sponsor of Ketel One Sustainable Bar Award   
   
     Three Cents – Official Mixers Partner, sponsor of Three Cents Best New Opening Award   
   
     Siete Misterios – Official Mezcal Partner, sponsor of Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu Award   
   
     NOAM – Official Beer Partner   
   
     Roku Gin – Official Gin Partner, sponsor of Roku Industry Icon Award   
   
     Altos Tequila - Official Tequila Partner, sponsor of Altos Bartenders' Bartender Award   
   
     Cointreau – Official Orange Liqueur Partner, sponsor ceremonial scarves   
   
     Rémy Martin – Official Cognac Partner, sponsor of Rémy Martin Legend of the List Award   
   
     Langjiu – Official Baiju Partner   
   
     Torres Brandy – Official Brandy Partner, sponsor of a Best in Destination Award   
   
     Monkey Shoulder – Official Scotch Whisky Partner, sponsor of a Best in Destination Award   
   
     Disaronno – Official Italian Liquor Partner, sponsor of a Best in Destination Award   
   
     Amaro Lucano – Official Amaro Partner   
   
     Campari – Official Bitters Partner   
   
     Mancino Vermouth – Official Vermouth Partner   
   
     Back to the Roots – Official Root Beer Liqueur Partner   
  
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World's First Commercial Multimodal LLM for Cultural Tourism Enters Broad Application

XI'AN, CHINA -  Media OutReach Newswire - 29 June 2026 - The world's first commercial multimodal large language model (LLM) for cultural tourism, called BoGuan, has entered broad application in Xi'an, China. This model generates commercial returns by supporting the creation of digital IP for intangible cultural heritage, the development of cultural tourism applications, and the improvement of short drama production. This is injecting new momentum into both China's heritage preservation initiatives and the cultural tourism industry. 
             
                 A visitor tries out the BoGuan-powered AI photography app         
       
     
 Xi'an is one of China's oldest cities and one of its most popular international tourist destinations. Shaanxi Culture Industry Investment Group (SCG) is working with partners like Huawei, China Telecom Shaanxi, and China West Airport Group (CWAG) to promote cultural tourism using digital technologies including AI and 5G-A.For example, BoGuan is used to support a new AI travel companion agent that had been made available to over 4 million users by March of this year. 
  In September 2025, SCG and Huawei unveiled the BoGuan Large Model, the world's first commercial multimodal LLM for cultural tourism. It is also China's first industry-specific model dedicated to the preservation of cultural heritage. This model is built on intelligent computing infrastructure and a high-quality dataset. The dataset has over 1.2 PB of data, including 31 million images, 4.4 million minutes of video footage, 2.18 million minutes of audio recordings, 510 3D models, and 960 million pieces of structured text. 
  BoGuan can generate highly-accurate multimodal content, such as museum-quality content about cultural relics. This allows it to support the creation of new digital relic presentations, the digitalization and preservation of traditional craftsmanship, and the creation of digital IP for intangible cultural heritage. Zhang Beiyuan, a dough sculpture artisan, said, "With this model, I can complete a dough sculpture that used to take two or three months in less than a week." BoGuan is also used to create digital IP like the popular cartoon character Tang Biaobiao, which is designed by integrating local cultural heritage elements with the stone carvings of the Six Steeds of Zhao Mausoleum. The sales of related digital collectibles and creative products have exceeded CNY2 million. 
  In addition to supporting cultural heritage preservation, BoGuan has been used to develop a range of cultural tourism apps, such as AI photography and AI travel companion agent. Visitors can directly talk with this agent on the GO-SHAANXI app to create and adjust travel itineraries and get real-time performance recommendations at attractions. The Zhiying Camera mini program provides paid services that instantly integrate user photos with AI-generated scenes from history, allowing visitors to "travel back to ancient times." These new consumption options unlock the business value of quality cultural tourism data. Furthermore, SCG is using BoGuan to integrate short drama production with cultural tourism and improve production efficiency and quality in Xi'an, a renowned short drama hub. 
  Additionally, China Telecom Shaanxi and Huawei have deployed a 5G-A network based on three component carrier aggregation (3CC) technology at Xi'an's Grand Tang Mall, a popular tourist attraction. The network delivers peak uplink and downlink rates of 600 Mbps and 3.5 Gbps, respectively, about 10 times faster than common 5G networks. During the 2026 May Day holiday, this network supported concurrent access for 23,000 users, guaranteeing smooth video watching and social media experiences. Furthermore, 5G-A-powered HD live streaming at the Grand Tang Mall has become an important way for the attraction to bring in new visitors. According to public data, the average user dwell time of these live streams has nearly doubled and the average transaction value has increased by 62%. 
             
                 Edric Chu, General Manager of Huawei's Shaanxi Rep Office, giving a speech         
       
     
 Edric Chu, General Manager of Huawei's Shaanxi Rep Office, said, "Artificial intelligence is not simply a stack of technologies. It has become a key enabler that can activate thousands of years of cultural heritage, reshape travel experiences, and inject new momentum into the industry. Moving forward, Huawei will continue working with our partners to enhance cultural heritage preservation with digital and intelligent technologies, and stimulate development within the cultural tourism industry." 
  
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