‘Outrage and international embarrassment sparked by Hong Kong snooker event’s misuse of “curfew”‘
On March 7, 2025, an incident at the World Grand Prix snooker tournament in Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park highlighted the critical role of precise communication at international events. A simple yet significant miscommunication involving the term “curfew” stirred confusion, fear, and frustration among attendees, affecting perceptions of the event and the host city….