Counseling center data shows rising gambling risks among young adults

Data from a 24-hour gambling counseling hotline and online support services show that 2,567 help requests were recorded in 2025, with the majority coming from individuals

Local youngster lost MOP13,000 in online gambling scam

A local youngster has reportedly lost about MOP13,000 while attempting to play on an “Online Baccarat” platform, the Judiciary Police (PJ) said. According to the PJ report,

Macau-Hengqin Art Fair draws 46,000 visitors

This year’s Macau-Hengqin Art Fair drew more than 46,000 visitors over four days, organizers said, as the event wrapped up on Sunday at the Hengqin Culture

Employers urge graduates to prioritize transferable skills over academic majors

Graduates entering Macau’s job market are being urged to shift away from a degree-centric mindset and instead focus on transferable skills and adaptability, as employers

Child sex assault probe exposes MOP860,000 medical sham

A traditional Chinese medicine practitioner in Macau faces child sexual assault charges after allegedly providing improper treatment to a minor patient during a clinic visit. The

Xi and Sánchez say China and Spain should help safeguard multilateralism

President Xi Jinping and Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez attend a meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, yesterday The leaders of China

UCCLA brings together 35 delegations in Macau for three-day general assembly

The 43rd General Assembly of the Union of Portuguese-Speaking Capital Cities (UCCLA) was held yesterday at the Complex of Commerce and Trade Co-operation Platform for China

Parking, traffic, and bus routes subject to changes from today

In coordination with a series of activities for the Exhibition on National Security Education, the Transport Bureau (DSAT) has announced a series of temporary adjustments to

CTT wins top intaglio award at global stamp competition

The Macao Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT) has received international recognition after winning first place in the “Best Intaglio Stamp” category at the World’s Best Stamps 2025

Showers expected later this week as trough approaches

Macau will see increased showers and cloud cover later this week as a low-pressure trough moves toward the South China coast, according to the Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau.

AMCM warns public over fake AIA websites and phishing scams

The Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM) has reminded the public to remain vigilant against fake websites and phishing messages impersonating AIA International Limited. In response to regulatory requirements,

DSPA studies EV battery recycling as retirement volumes rise

The Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) said it is conducting studies on solid waste management, including measures for recycling and handling retired electric vehicle batteries, as usage continues to

Business group calls for up to MOP800,000 renovation subsidy to tackle vacancy

A local business association is calling on the government to introduce renovation subsidies of up to MOP800,000 to help address rising shop vacancies in the NAPE

Poly MGM Museum advances silk road cultural exchange with new partnerships

The Poly MGM Museum held its 2026 Silk Roads cultural exchange program on April 11, bringing together more than 500 museum professionals and cultural officials from China and

Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026 to be held at Wynn properties on Jul. 28

Asia’s 50 Best Bars, sponsored by Perrier, will return to Macau for its 2026 awards ceremony, taking place at Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace. The event, scheduled

Evergrande founder Hui Ka Yan pleads guilty to a set of charges including fraud

The founder of the debt-ridden real estate developer China Evergrande pleaded guilty to a series of charges, including illegal absorption of public deposits, fraud and

Efforts underway for 2nd round of US-Iran talks as ships reported transiting Hormuz

The standoff between the United States and Iran deepened yesterday as the U.S. declared it had blockaded Iran’s ports, Tehran threatened to strike targets across

2000 White farmer shot dead in Zimbabwe

A white farmer in Zimbabwe has been shot dead by squatters occupying his land. David Stevens was taken from his property 75 miles (120 kilometres) east

In Miami, soccer balls are turned into one-of-a-kind art

Artist Lili Cantero paints a soccer ball Lili Cantero thinks of soccer as family. The artist from Paraguay — someone who has built a

Three of European soccer’s greats are on the brink of Champions League elimination

Three of European soccer’s most storied clubs stand on the brink of Champions League elimination. Real Madrid, Liverpool and Barcelona must all overturn first-leg

Harry and Meghan arrive in Australia for a low-key, privately funded visit

Britain’s Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, visit the Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne, yesterday Prince Harry and his wife Meghan,

US forces to join combat drills in Philippines to show commitment to Asia while fighting Iran

More than 17,000 American and Filipino military personnel will participate in one of their largest annual combat exercises in the Philippines that underscore the United States’ staunch commitment

How to use money market funds in your portfolio

Amy C. Arnott, Morningstar Money market funds are mutual funds that invest in high-quality, short-term debt instruments, including U.S. Treasury bills and commercial paper. Their goal is

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 – edition no. 4930

* Betting on risk — Counseling data shows rising gambling dangers among young adults, with hidden addiction trends and digital exposure driving concern * Crime | Macau youngster

Hengqin launches elite talent policy drive for GBA growth

In a bid to build a Greater Bay Area talent hub, Hengqin announced subsidies Monday totaling millions for skilled workers and R&D platforms for seamless “Macau +

Analysts: EBITDA grows 7-8% in Q1 despite margin pressures

Macau's casinos posted first-quarter EBITDA growth of 7% to 8% year-on-year, trailing the city’s 14.3% gross gaming revenue (GGR) surge due to unfavorable VIP-to-mass player

Guangzhou leads nation in Macau, Hong Kong talent visa applications

Guangzhou has ranked first nationwide in the cumulative handling of Macau and Hong Kong talent endorsement applications, according to the region’s public security authorities Since the

Customs intercepted 19 attempts to smuggle silver and cigars

The Customs Service (SA) has intercepted 19 attempts to smuggle silver and cigars across the border over the last week. A total of 56 kilograms of

Gov’t braces for typhoon season as hazardous building is demolished

With the rainy season and peak typhoon period now upon Macau, the Land and Urban Construction Bureau (DSSCU) has demolished a run-down building on Rua da Alegria,

Sánchez returns to China as Spain seeks deeper ties amid Iran war tensions

Xiaomi founder Lei Jun (left) and Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez meet at the Xiaomi headquarters in Beijing, yesterday Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is in China

Gov’t receives 13 bids for new concession to deliver major system upgrade

The government has received a total of 13 bids in the tender to award the concession for all of Macau’s metered street parking spaces. The

Gaming sector STR filings rise 11.9% in Q1

The gaming sector filed 997 suspicious transaction reports (STRs) in the first quarter of this year, up 11.9% from 891 in the same period last year, according to

Tobacco control consultation draws 2,569 submissions

The Health Bureau (SSM) received a total of 2,569 submissions during a public consultation on proposed amendments to Law No. 5/2011, the Tobacco Prevention and Control Regime, conducted

Six fall victim to ‘Alipay’ scam, losses exceed MOP230,000

The Judiciary Police said six local residents reported falling victim to phishing scams impersonating “Alipay” over two days, with total losses exceeding MOP230,000. One elderly woman alone lost

Hong Kong man arrested over alleged bus harassment

A Hong Kong man in his 60s has been arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a female bus passenger, the Public Security Police said. The incident occurred on April

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