Monthly Archives: June 2021
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Security chief named Hong Kong No. 2 official amid clampdown
China on Friday promoted Hong Kong’s top security official to the territory’s No. 2 spot as Beijing looks to the government of the Asian financial hub ... -
China says no strings attached to vaccine shipments overseas
China said Saturday that it provides vaccines to other countries with no political conditions attached, responding to a story by The Associated Press saying China pressured ... -
This day in history | 2004 US transfers power back to Iraq
The United States has handed power back to the Iraqi people at a low-key ceremony in Baghdad. US administrator Paul Bremer transferred sovereignty to an Iraqi ... -
Covid-19 | WHO: Delta variant is ‘most transmissible’ identified so far
The head of the World Health Organization said the COVID-19 delta variant, first seen in India, is “the most transmissible of the variants identified so far,” ... -
Diplomacy | Blinken, Lapid meet in Rome amid reset US-Israel relations
Hush-hush diplomacy. In-person visits. And a very public no-surprises agreement on Iran. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid met in ... -
Italy sets record for not conceding, then allows a goal
After 19 hours of flawless defending, Italy broke its own world record for not conceding a goal in international soccer. The streak ended a mere 25 ... -
Preview | France looks to forwards, Swiss aim to end knockout drought
Winning the toughest group at the European Championship wasn’t really a big surprise for the World Cup champions. Winning only one match in that group was, ... -
The Buzz | Report: Classified UK defense papers found at bus stop
Sensitive defense documents containing details about the British military have been found at a bus stop in England, the BBC reported yesterday. The papers included plans ... -
Death toll in Florida collapse rises to four; 159 still missing
With nearly 160 people unaccounted for and at least four dead after a seaside condominium tower collapsed into a smoldering heap of twisted metal and concrete, ... -
China Daily | White paper brings to the fore multiparty system advantages
The white paper, China’s Political Party System: Cooperation and Consultation, the State Council Information Office published on Friday demonstrates, at least in political terms, the ... -
Monday, June 28, 2021 – edition no. 3801
* Delta variant ‘most transmissible’: Who * SAR’s Liaison Office: Ending the one-party system inappropriate in China * The city has registered a new Covid-19 ... -
South Shore puts beleaguered The 13 Hotel into voluntary liquidation
New Concordia Hotel Limited — operator of the long-dormant 13 Hotel, owned by Hong Kong-listed South Shore Holdings Limited (Group) — has gone into voluntary liquidation. ... -
Wynn Macau optimistic about Summer Holiday visitor numbers
The return to control of the Covid-19 situation in Guangdong, as well as the improved conditions in Hong Kong, both indicate a prosperous trajectory for the ... -
Covid-19 | Eased cross-border measures for vaccinated people under consideration
The Macau and mainland governments are in negotiations to examine the possibility of granting fully vaccinated people an extended validity period for their certificates of negative ... -
Elections 2021 | CAEAL approves 19 lists
A total of 19 nomination lists have been confirmed by the Legislative Assembly Electoral Affairs Commission (CAEAL), the commission announced yesterday after its regular meeting. During ... -
Consumer Rights | Lawmakers concerned about adequacy of oversight and penalties
The Consumer Protection Law was finally approved yesterday at the Legislative Assembly (AL). Although the new law garnered the unanimous support of lawmakers, some expressed concerns ... -
Four debate proposals from Pereira Coutinho thrown out
Four debate proposals from lawmaker José Pereira Coutinho have met with the same fate — all were voted down by his peers at the Legislative Assembly ... -
Travel bubble has limited buoyancy, says expert
The plan for the Hong Kong-Macau travel bubble has come crashing down again, after the neighboring city detected a locally transmitted case on June 23, bringing ... -
CTM earns 17% less revenue last year
Local telecom service provider CTM earned 17% less in revenue last calendar year, the company announced in a financial statement recently. Public service providers are obliged ... -
Gov’t condemns US imposing sanctions on Chinese enterprises
China strongly condemns the United States imposing sanctions on Chinese companies based on lies and disinformation, according to a spokesperson for China’s foreign ministry yesterday. Spokesperson ... -
Dutch group launches data harvesting claim against TikTok
A Dutch consumer group is launching a 1.5 billion euro ($1.8 billion) claim against TikTok over what it alleges is unlawful harvesting of personal data from ... -
Thailand | Pro-democracy activists march against government
Pro-democracy protesters took to the streets of Thailand’s capital on yesterday,, marking the anniversary of the overthrow of the country’s absolute monarchy by renewing their demands ... -
Myanmar | Junta leader attends military conference in Moscow
The leader of Myanmar’s military junta on Wednesday attended an international conference in Moscow, an appearance that reflected Russia’s eagerness to develop ties with the junta ... -
This day in history | 1970 New peace plan for Middle East
The United States has launched its latest plan to bring peace to the Middle East. US Secretary of State William Rogers announced his initiative to encourage ... -
Macau Racing Tips | The Hebe Haven 1050 Metres Sand 2021-06-25 | Fri | 19:40
A good chance is given to Pat Lee’s consistent galloper Diamond Moonlight in Friday’s evening sand meeting. 3 wins under his belt in 1050 metres sand, ... -
TASTE OF EDESIA | Impeccable Jazz
Jazz lovers are invited to The St. Regis Bar to the first ‘Jack’s Club’ live jazz evening showcasing a catalogue of Macao’s finest artists this Saturday, ... -
Ronaldo scores 2 to take a step closer to scoring history
Cristiano Ronaldo’s goals are adding up fast, and they are taking Portugal deeper into yet another tournament. Ronaldo scored two penalties yesterday to help the defending ... -
Lineup set for round of 16 at Euro 2020
The lineup for the round of 16 at the European Championship has been completed with some standout matches. England will play Germany at Wembley Stadium on ... -
The Buzz | Russia says it may fire to hit intruding warships
Russia will be ready to fire to hit intruding warships, a senior diplomat warned yesterday in the wake of a Black Sea incident in which a ... -
Philippines | Democracy scion, ex-leader Benigno Aquino dies
Former Philippine President Benigno Aquino III, the son of pro-democracy icons who helped topple dictator Ferdinand Marcos and a defender of good governance who took China’s ... -
China Daily | Belt and Road Initiative’s vitality stems from its inclusiveness
State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi presided over the High-level Video Conference on Belt and Road International Cooperation in the Asia-Pacific on Wednesday. Focusing ... -
Friday, June 25, 2021 – edition no. 3800
* Eased cross-border measures on the table * Herd immunity the only hope for HK-Macau travel bubble, says expert * The Consumer Protection Law was finally ... -
USD12 billion case | Experience considered ‘key factor’ in awarding gaming concession
Carlos Lobo, one of the legal consultants for the Macau Gaming Commission (Commission) responsible for selecting the winning bidders to be awarded gaming concessions in the ... -
Melco to develop residential, entertainment complex in Zhongshan
Melco International, in partnership with Agile Group, has won a bid for a mixed-use complex at Zhongshan, Guangdong province, the firm announced in a press ... -
Travel Expo to further rely on online component
The Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo (MITE) will continue to host its activities both onsite and online this year. Following the experience of last year, and ...
