MGM COTAI’s Five Foot Road and Aji Retain One MICHELIN Star

(From left to right) Mirco Panella, Director of Food and Beverage of MGM COTAI; Katrina Saulog, Restaurant Manager of Aji; Pan Sihui, Executive Sous Chef of MGM COTAI; Yang

National Security Committee given authority to rule on security-related cases

The Legislative Assembly (AL) yesterday unanimously passed the bill establishing the Committee for Safeguarding National Security, paving the way for a new body empowered to determine whether

Lawmakers seek tighter safety rules after humanoid robot startles pedestrian

A promotional humanoid robot for an education center startled a female pedestrian on Macau streets early this month, prompting local legislators to call for stricter safety

Vibrant Flavours of Spring 

  This Spring, One Michelin-starred Ning Bo restaurant Yong Fu Hong Kong welcomes the arrival of spring with the debut of its new Set

Lawmakers push new stimulus measures to revive economy

Amid soaring international oil prices, legislators Ella Lei and Chan Hao Weng urged the government at a Legislative Assembly session yesterday to stimulate the local economy,

Housing market hits 15-month price high in February

The housing market in February saw a rebound in prices, reaching MOP77,713 per square meter, compared to its previous highest point in December 2024. The

Macau’s Michelin-starred total reaches 21 with two new additions

The 18th edition of the Michelin Guide Hong Kong & Macau, unveiled Thursday, marked the guide’s 100th anniversary of awarding stars globally since 1926 and celebrated 59 Macau

Firmly uphold and support the Legislative Assembly for passing second reading of the ‘Macao Special Administrative Region Committee for Safeguarding National Security’ bill

The Legislative Assembly unanimously passed on 19 March 2026 the second reading of the “Macao Special Administrative Region Committee for Safeguarding National Security” bill (hereinafter referred to as

Police bust suspected illegal currency exchange

The Judiciary Police uncovered a 42-year-old mainland man suspected of conducting illegal currency exchanges, with the case now handed to the Public Prosecutions Office. On March 17, officers

Police enforce dedicated drop-off zones at Hengqin Port

The Public Security Police Force announced new measures to improve traffic and passenger flow at the Macau section of Hengqin Port. Separate drop-off zones have been designated for

Libraries expand reading kits for toddlers

The Cultural Affairs Bureau has added distribution points at Bairro da Ilha Verde Library and S. Lourenço Library for free infant and toddler reading kits. Eligible children

EASL semifinalists ready and motivated for title battles

The East Asia Super League (EASL) 2026 is approaching its conclusion and will unveil this year’s winners. At a press conference organized yesterday morning at

Air Macau expands flight network for summer and autumn

Air Macau is ramping up its flight offerings for the upcoming summer and autumn travel seasons, introducing new routes across mainland China, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia.

Community Comes Out Strong for Sands China Macao International 10K

The 2026 Sands China Macao International 10K drew nearly 10,000 runners from 38 countries and regions to enjoy the 10K race and Fun Run with energy and excitement

Guangzhou

Authorities this week expanded support for AI-driven manufacturing in Nansha and Huangpu, offering subsidies for robotics and smart equipment. Officials said the push aims to strengthen high-end industrial

Shenzhen

Expanded cross-border data flow rules in Qianhai this week, easing transfers in finance, healthcare and logistics. The move is designed to align regulatory frameworks with Hong Kong and

Zhuhai

Reported rising visitor numbers in Hengqin this week, driven by new cultural venues and the Chimelong resort. Officials said cross-border tourism linked to Macau continues to fuel consumption

Foshan

manufacturers recorded a rebound in appliance exports this week, with demand rising from Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Companies are increasingly focusing on energy-efficient products as global

Dongguan

Introduced new incentives this week to accelerate smart factory upgrades, encouraging small and medium-sized enterprises to adopt automation and digital systems. Authorities said the policy will help sustain

Zhongshan

Highlighted progress this week on transport links tied to the Shenzhen–Zhongshan Bridge, expected to cut travel times across the Pearl River Delta. Officials said improved connectivity will boost

Huizhou

Attracted new investment this week in lithium battery and electric vehicle supply chains, with several production lines announced. Officials said the city is strengthening its role as a

Jiangmen

This week promoted investment linked to overseas Chinese communities, focusing on manufacturing, tourism and cultural heritage projects. Authorities said diaspora capital remains a key driver for local development

Zhaoqing

Advanced its green manufacturing push this week, attracting projects in renewable energy and eco-friendly materials. Officials said the city aims to leverage lower costs and sustainability policies to

Guangdong’s talent drive: Shaping the workforce for the future

ANALYSIS Guangdong province is expanding its efforts to attract top graduates and skilled professionals from across China and abroad, embodying a strategy to maintain its

The probe of Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades begins hearings

An independent committee investigating the cause of Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades heard accounts yesterday about how a series of failures contributed to the

Hubei province arrests 7, shuts websites in fentanyl crackdown

A Chinese province has launched a crackdown on the fentanyl trade — a contentious issue in U.S.-China relations — arresting seven people and shutting down more than

Takaichi meets with Trump as he seeks help securing the Strait of Hormuz

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (center) arrives at Joint Base Andrews, Md. The meeting that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will have at the White

Taliban announces 3-day ceasefire after Pakistan, Afghanistan pause fighting ahead of Eid

A key outlawed Pakistani militant group behind numerous gun and bomb attacks announced a three-day ceasefire yesterday ahead of a key Muslim holiday, hours after Pakistan

State Department cut jobs with deep expertise in Middle East as Iran crisis escalates

Secretary of State Marco Rubio In the escalating war in Iran, the State Department’s Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs would ordinarily be at the center

Brent crude nears $115 after Iran attacks key energy facilities in the Gulf

An explosion erupts from a building following an Israeli strike in central Beirut Global energy prices soared yesterday after Iran attacked two oil refineries in

2003 US launches missiles against Saddam

American missiles have hit the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, signalling the start of the US-led campaign to topple Saddam Hussein. President George Bush delivered a live television

K-pop group Blackpink’s ‘Deadline’ is a fantastic, if too short, return to form

‘Deadline’ by Blackpink (The Black Label) For those who love the K-pop girl group: Has a more thrilling phrase than “Blackpink in your area!” ever

BTS stages long-awaited comeback concert at a Seoul landmark

A banner promoting a comeback concert of K-pop group BTS at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul BTS will stage its long-awaited comeback concert on Saturday night

US eases Venezuela oil sanctions as Trump seeks to boost world oil supply during Iran war

U.S. companies will be allowed to do business with Venezuela’s state-owned oil and gas company after the Treasury Department eased sanctions, with some limitations, yesterday as the

War bets and coincidences

Paulo Coutinho There is something deeply unsettling about markets that move before the world does. Not the usual anticipatory twitch of traders reading signals, but the kind

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