Monthly Archives: February 2019
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Putin: Russia will target US if it puts missiles in Europe
President Vladimir Putin signaled Russia will aim new weapons at the U.S. if it stations missiles in Europe after quitting a landmark Cold-War-era treaty, amid growing ... -
This Day in History | 1972 Nixon makes historic visit to China
The American President Richard Nixon has arrived in China at the start of a week-long summit aimed at ending 20 years of frosty relations between the ... -
Offbeat | Trump or Kim? Hanoi barber offers leaders’ hairdos for free
At a barbershop tucked away in a small Hanoi alley, Le Phuc Hai patiently waits for his hair dye to bleach his natural black into the ... -
ESports | Royale rumble: ‘Apex Legends’ smashing ‘Fortnite’ records
For the first time since its meteoric rise, “Fortnite” is no longer a no-doubt victory royale atop the video game industry. “Apex Legends” — a battle ... -
Football | Liverpool, Bayern draw 0-0 in Champions League first leg
Bayern Munich still can’t find a way to score, let alone win at Liverpool. In their fourth visit to Anfield, the German champions drew 0-0 in ... -
The Buzz | Macau government to follow up on identical logo
The Government Information Bureau (GCS) said that it received an email on Monday informing the bureau that a state university in Turkey had adopted a similar ... -
Terrorism | Feds share watchlist with 1,400 private groups
The federal government has acknowledged that it shares its terrorist watchlist with more than 1,400 private entities, including hospitals and universities, prompting concerns from civil libertarians ... -
World Briefs
CHINA is barring foreign travelers from Tibet over a period of several weeks that includes a pair of sensitive political anniversaries. Travel agencies say foreign tourists would ... -
Made in Macao | Post-holiday fitness regime
While the new year is generally the time we make, or try to make, life-changing resolutions, the celebration of Chinese New Year usually results in weight-loss ... -
Thursday, February 21, 2019 – edition no. 3233
* Pro-gamer injured at Macau tournament * Dire strait | Taiwan’s leader issues warning to world according to Xi * Condominium staffers clean two extra patacas ... -
Gov’t to update training for better quality prosecutors
The government is planning to review the training of judges and prosecutors in the Macau SAR, finding support from the Macau Lawyers Association (AAM), which has ... -
Sands China singles out Responsible Gaming, appoints Winnie Wong chief officer
Sands China Limited (SCL) recently appointed Winnie Wong to the position of Chief Responsible Gaming Officer and VP of Special Gaming Projects in a strategic move ... -
Gaming | VIP activity tracking 32 percent higher post-New Year
Macau gross gaming revenue posted strong results in the week following the Chinese Lunar New Year, showing a 32 percent year-on- year rise led by VIP ... -
AL Plenary | Taxi law approved amid much criticism of new corporate model
The Legislative Assembly (AL) finally passed in plenary session yesterday the bill that updates the current laws regulating the transportation of passengers in rental light vehicles, ... -
Lawmakers slam system behind CE election
Lawmakers José Pereira Coutinho and Sulu Sou took the period before the agenda for yesterday’s plenary session of the Legislative Assembly (AL) as an opportunity to ... -
Analysis | China plan to integrate Macau, HK skirts tough questions
China’s long-awaited plan to create a high-tech megalopolis on its southern coastline rivaling California’s Silicon Valley generated optimism among Hong Kong’s business community even as key ... -
Chui promises Macau is ready for Bay Area integration
The Macau SAR is ready for further integration into the national development plan and to assume its own responsibilities, Chief Executive Chui Sai On has promised. ... -
Heritage Committee discusses protection of building that no longer exists
The Cultural Heritage Committee in its plenary session held yesterday at the Macao Cultural Center, was to address the protection of a building located in the ... -
Malaysia nears deal with China to revive scrapped rail project
Malaysia is making progress in talks with China to revive a high-speed rail project that Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad’s government said it would cancel, according to ... -
Solar subsidy program that rattled market relaxed
Chinese regulators have proposed easing a major solar power subsidy policy announced last year, according to the nation’s main industry group, a move which would partially ... -
Trade War | Economy czar heading to Washington for talks
China’s economy czar is heading to Washington for talks this week aimed at ending a fight over Beijing’s technology ambitions ahead of a deadline for a ... -
Economy | Auto sales fall in January for eighth month
China’s auto sales fell for an eighth month in January, extending a painful decline for the biggest global market as demand cooled amid a slowing economy ... -
Exposed Chinese database shows depth of surveillance state
The Chinese database Victor Gevers found online was not just a collection of old personal details. It was a compilation of real-time data on more than ... -
China, Iran meet amid efforts to preserve nuclear deal
The Iranian foreign minister’s passionate defense of his country’s interests at the Munich Security Conference has made him “a famous person” in China, his Chinese counterpart ... -
Kim-Trump | Memorial speaks to North Korea’s ties to summit host Vietnam
In a rice field in northern Vietnam, 14 headstones are an enduring symbol of the wartime friendship of Vietnam and North Korea. They mark the original ... -
Japan | Honda to shut plant in Brexit-shaken Britain
Japanese carmaker Honda plans to close its car factory in western England in 2021, a fresh blow to the British economy as businesses struggle with the ... -
Kashmir | Pakistani PM says he’s willing to talk but warns India
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan offered yesterday to hold talks with India, even as he warned New Delhi to refrain from launching any attacks on his ... -
Obituary | Iconic couturier Karl Lagerfeld dies in Paris
Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel’s iconic couturier whose designs had an unprecedented impact on the entire fashion industry, died yesterday in Paris, prompting an outpouring of love and ... -
USA | Sen. Bernie Sanders running for president in 2020, in a crowded camp
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, whose insurgent 2016 presidential campaign reshaped Democratic politics, announced yesterday that he is running for president in 2020. “Our campaign is not ... -
Syria | Efforts aimed at evacuating civilians from IS area
A spokesman for a U.S.- backed Syrian force fighting the Islamic State said yesterday a military operation aimed at ousting the extremists from their last remaining area ... -
This Day in History | 1962 US spaceman orbits Earth
The first American to orbit the Earth has landed safely in the Atlantic Ocean. Marine Lieutenant John Glenn, 40, travelled about 81,000 miles (more than 130,000km) ... -
Offbeat | Costume Designers Guild to honor Ruth E. Carter, Glenn Close
Oscar nominees Glenn Close and “Black Panther” costume designer Ruth E. Carter will be honored today [Macau time] at the 21st annual Costume Designers Guild Awards. ... -
Rugby Academy | Bats return from Bangkok with silverware
LOCAL rugby team Macau Bats recently participated in the Bangkok International 10s, a leading regional competition. This was the second year that the club played in ... -
Football | Man United defeats Chelsea, advances to FA Cup quarterfinals
Ander Herrera and Paul Pogba each scored first-half goals as Manchester United defeated Chelsea 2-0 yesterday [Macau time] at Stamford Bridge to advance to the quarterfinals ... -
The Buzz | Not a copycat: US Supreme Court staying out of actor’s ‘Empire’ lawsuit
The Supreme Court is staying out of a lawsuit involving the television show “Empire.” The high court said yesterday it won’t take a case involving the ...
