Yearly Archives: 2020
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South Korea | Moon could seek exemption of UN sanctions on North Korea
South Korean President Moon Jae-in said yesterday that he could seek exemptions of U.N. sanctions placed on North Korea to bring about improved inter-Korean relations that ... -
Indian state challenges new citizenship law in Supreme Court
The southern Indian state of Kerala yesterday became the first to legally challenge a new citizenship law that has triggered nationwide demonstrations. In a petition to ... -
Russians hacked company key to Ukraine scandal: researchers
A U.S. cybersecurity company says Russian military agents have successfully hacked the Ukrainian gas company at the center of the scandal that led to President Donald ... -
Iraqis worry US-Iran tensions are eclipsing their protests
Young Iraqis who drove mass protests demanding sweeping political reforms are worried that the conflict between the U.S. and Iran, which is playing out in part ... -
This Day in History | 1997 – Princess Diana sparks landmines row
Princess Diana has angered government ministers after calling for an international ban on landmines. Her comments – made during a visit to Angola to see for ... -
Offbeat | Christmas crystal: Man charged with mailing meth to inmate
A man sent some illegal holiday cheer to a woman in jail and he ended up getting arrested himself, officials in a Georgia county say. News ... -
US director Spike Lee to lead Cannes film festival jury
Spike Lee will lead the jury of this year’s Cannes Film Festival, and festival organizers hope the provocative American director will “shake things up” at the ... -
Arizona store gives ‘Star Wars’ record back to Mark Hamill
The Force was strong enough at an Arizona store to reunite Luke Skywalker with his long-lost vinyl record. Actor Mark Hamill is praising workers at Bookmans ... -
Football | Barcelona axes manager Valverde in midseason with Liga lead
Barcelona made a rare coaching change midway through the season, replacing Ernesto Valverde with former Real Betis manager Quique Setién on Monday. The move came four ... -
Trump cheered loudly at college football title game
President Donald Trump turned sports fan for an evening as he watched No. 1 Louisiana State University and No. 3 Clemson battle it out in the ... -
The Buzz | German government signs $96 billion rail infrastructure plan
The German government signed a deal yesterday with state-owned train operator Deutsche Bahn to inject almost $100 billion into the country’s rail infrastructure over the next ... -
Canadian officials accidentally push nuke alert to millions
People throughout the Canadian province of Ontario awoke Sunday to a cellphone alert warning them of an “incident” at a nuclear plant just east of Toronto ... -
World Briefs
CHINA A bus plunged into a sinkhole on a city street in northwestern China, killing at least six people and leaving four missing, authorities said. Some ... -
Macau Matters | Solar Powered Railways
From my previous musings it should be clear that I am a big fan of renewable energy – we must get away from burning fossil fuels ... -
Wednesday, January 15, 2020 – edition no. 3454
* Macau’s economy to face headwinds in 2020 • University of Macau researchers say challenging conditions on the mainland will do little to lift Macau out ... -
Macau to have legal jurisdiction over Lotus Bridge soon
The Lotus Bridge will soon be under the legal jurisdiction of Macau, according to Secretary for Administration and Justice André Cheong, who confirmed the news yesterday ... -
Air Macau launches daily flight to Beijing’s new airport
Air Macau is set to launch a new daily flight connecting Macau to the new Beijing Daxing International Airport, which began operations in late September of ... -
GGCT issues low-level travel alert to Luzon
The Tourism Crisis Management Office (GGCT) has issued a “Level 1 Travel Alert” for Luzon Island in the Philippines, including the country’s capital Manila, following the ... -
Legislative Assembly | No timetable for New Urban Zone A public housing
The government could not provide a timetable for the completion of the New Urban Zone A public housing projects despite the public tender running on schedule, ... -
Steve Vickers: New gov’t signals shifts in gaming policies
Steve Vickers & Associates, a Hong Kong based specialist political and corporate risk consultancy, has said in its latest annual security report that the changes to ... -
MGM to give CNY bonus in two installments
Casino operator MGM will pay a discretionary bonus to eligible non-management employees in two installments. About 90% of its workforce will be eligible for the bonus. ... -
TurboJet to reportedly cut staff salaries up to 12%
TurboJet, the oldest ferry company operating maritime transportation in the Pearl River Delta, is preparing to reduce the salary of the majority of its employees, reported ... -
Crime | Man caught for sexually harassing underage girl
The police have arrested a man on suspicion of sexually harassing the underage daughter of his tenant on two separate occasions. The Public Security Police Force ... -
Crime | Three youths caught for theft at basketball court
Sports players should be mindful of their belongings, advised the police yesterday. Three underage students were caught after reportedly stealing items at the basketball courts adjacent ... -
Three health officials attend two-day Wuhan briefing
The local government has dispatched a team of three officials to Wuhan, Hubei Province, in order for them to learn more about the latest developments regarding ... -
Health | Surgical team at public hospital win award
The surgical team of the Conde de São Januário Hospital Center (CHCSJ) has been awarded the Medical Excellence Award from the Dr Stanley Ho Medical Development ... -
CTM signs agreement with Angola Cables for ‘digital opportunities’
Local telecom operator CTM and Angola Cables signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in December, to enhance digital opportunities for business between Macau, mainland China, African ... -
Briefs | Man on-duty sustained second degree burns
Yesterday, one electricity repair man sustained second degree burns while he was working. The local man, aged 38, was working with another individual at Nova City ... -
Human Rights Watch boss says he was barred from Hong Kong
The executive director of campaign group Human Rights Watch said that he was prevented from entering Hong Kong, where he intended to release a report critical ... -
HK police watchdog finds ‘many shortcomings,’ report says
An investigation by Hong Kong’s police watchdog into the conduct of the city’s officers throughout recent unrest has revealed “many shortcomings,” the Hong Kong Economic Journal ... -
Xinhua perspective | Pro-police actor remains firm after targeted by rioters
For TVB actor Mat Yeung, handshakes and photo-taking with fans at his soup restaurant in Wan Chai are common occurrences. But not until recently has Yeung ... -
It’s only going to get wilder for Hong Kong dollar traders
One assessment of the Hong Kong dollar’s dramatic turnaround in recent months is that it’s a sign of things to come. The moves reveal structural tightness ... -
MGM offers dishes for prosperous Year of Golden Rat
To usher in a prosperous Year of Golden Rat, MGM is offering special festive delicacies for guests to celebrate with friends and family. In addition to ... -
Sands China’s F&B outlets announce Valentine’s offerings
Sands China is offering a series of Valentine’s Day specialties at its properties’ eight signature restaurants on February 14. Brasserie at The Parisian will feature appetisers, ... -
Trump trade deal raises issue of trusting China to deliver
After three years of tweets and tariffs, President Donald Trump has arrived at his China moment. The phase one deal to be signed tomorrow is expected ...
