Monthly Archives: September 2021
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USJ now allowed to accept mainland post-graduates
The University of Saint Joseph (USJ) has received Beijing’s permission to admit post-graduate students from Mainland China, rector of the university, Rev. Prof. Stephen Morgan, announced ... -
Public consultation on new gaming law; gov’t conceals intentions
For the next 45 days, the government will conduct a public consultation on the amendments to the gaming law (Law 16/2001). In a press conference hosted ... -
Low turnout in AL elections deemed as a setback for the establishment
In what was deemed a reasonably predictable election, there were still a few surprises. Aside from the lowest voter turnout since 2001, the wins and losses ... -
Elections2021 | Agnes Lam attributes poor showing to low voter turnout
Former lawmaker and candidate for the Legislative Assembly elections Agnes Lam admitted that it was surprising to see a low number of votes for her list, ... -
CE congratulates new AL lawmakers
The Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng has congratulated all those elected to sit in the Legislative Assembly (AL), following Sunday’s election. Ho said that, looking ahead, ... -
#MeToo | Bystanders harass Chinese woman going public in court case
A Chinese woman was shoved by antagonistic bystanders as she headed to court yesterday in one of the few remaining #MeToo cases from a tamped-down movement ... -
Diplomacy | Top China, Singapore officials meet to reaffirm ties
China’s top diplomat met yesterday in Singapore with the wealthy city-state’s prime minister, reaffirming the importance of trade and diplomatic ties between the two countries. In ... -
Guo Wengui | Chinese tycoon’s companies pay $539M in US securities case
Three companies linked to a Chinese businessman who is a prominent critic of his country’s ruling Communist Party have agreed to pay $539 million to settle ... -
Flights restored as Typhoon Chanthu lingers off Shanghai
Transport links in the Chinese commercial hub of Shanghai were largely restored yesterday as a typhoon remained offshore. Typhoon Chanthu brought high winds and rain to ... -
This day in history | 1964 The Sun newspaper is born
The Sun newspaper is published today for the first time. It is replacing the Mirror Group’s Daily Herald, which has been losing readers and advertising revenue ... -
Analysis | Food production generates more than a third of manmade greenhouse gas emissions
Producing enough food for a growing world population is an urgent global challenge. And it’s complicated by the fact that climate change is warming the Earth ... -
EDUCATION | Chinese students hit by US visa rejections amid tension
After a semester online, Wang Ziwei looked forward to meeting classmates who are returning to campus at Washington University in St. Louis. But the 23-year-old finance ... -
Football | South Africa interested in hosting FIFA’s Club World Cup
South Africa is interested in hosting FIFA’s Club World Cup in December after Japan withdrew because of COVID-19, South African Football Association president Danny Jordaan said ... -
The Buzz | Covid: Dutch advise booster shots only for immune-compromised
The Dutch government’s independent medical advisory body says that booster shots of coronavirus vaccines should be given “with high priority” to people with seriously compromised immune ... -
Australia predicts record farm production despite challenges
Australia is forecast to reap record farm revenues this year despite pandemic challenges, a mouse plague and a trade dispute with China. Australian farmers are expected ... -
China Daily | Washington should not try Beijing’s patience on Taiwan
Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Joe Biden had their second phone call on Friday since the latter took office in January, during which ... -
Wednesday, September 15, 2021 – edition no. 3858
* Shades of grey — Public consultation on new gaming law starts today; gov’t conceals intentions * A look at the elections | A non-vote statement ... -
Five-Year Plan | Economic diversification a priority for gov’t
The government has pledged that it will prioritize economic diversification in the second Five-Year Plan. According to Cheong Chok Man, director of the Policy Studies and ... -
Secretaries shed more light on ‘new neighborhood’ in Hengqin
The new initiative aiming for both sides of the border to jointly develop Hengqin was the centerpiece of a session presented by the Secretary for Administration ... -
CE expresses condolences on the death of former Portuguese president
The Chief Executive (CE) Ho Iat Seng has expressed condolences on the news that former Portuguese President Jorge Sampaio has died. In a letter to current ... -
Covid-19 | Workers must now choose between vaccine or frequent NATs
A new guideline issued by the Health Bureau (SSM) requires the majority of workers in the city to either get a Covid-19 vaccine or obtain a ... -
AGTech Holdings set to buy Macau Pass
Technology conglomerate AGTech Holdings is aiming to acquire Macau’s mobile payment provider Macau Pass Holding, according to a statement from Macau Pass. The deal is subject ... -
Elections2021 | Democrat calls on gov’t to address reasons behind high number of spoiled ballots
The government should conduct reviews and reflect on the reasons behind the 5,000 or so spoiled ballots in this Legislative Assembly (AL) election, former lawmaker Paul ... -
Briefs | Visitor restrictions lifted at Grand Prix Museum
The restrictions on visitors at the Macau Grand Prix Museum and Ritz Building will be adjusted, raising the number of allowed visitors from 550 back ... -
Beijing says AL elections implemented ‘patriots administering Macau’ principle
The seventh Legislative Assembly (AL) election in Macau has fully implemented the fundamental principle of “patriots administering Macau,” according to a spokesperson from the Liaison Office ... -
UNU Macau research finds local organizations struggle with cybersecurity risks
A new study conducted by the United Nations University Institute in Macau (UNU Macau) has found that local civil society organizations (CSOs) lack the resources, expertise, ... -
Diplomacy | Japan candidate for premier singles out China threat
Japan’s former top diplomat and candidate to head its ruling party said yesterday that he supports boosting Tokyo’s defense budget amid China’s growing assertiveness in the ... -
China ranks ninth in global fatigue study
\China ranked ninth on a global fatigue index list, Sleepseeker, a United Kingdom-based company, said in a study published recently. A total of 16 countries were ... -
Shanghai cuts transport as Typhoon Chanthu moves up coast
Flights and train service were being canceled in Shanghai, China’s largest city, as Typhoon Chanthu moved up the mainland coast yesterday after bringing heavy rain and ... -
Malaysia | PM signs landmark pact with opposition lawmakers
Barely a month in office, Malaysia’s new leader has won opposition support to shore up his fragile government in exchange for a slew of reforms as ... -
Vietnam | Hanoi speeds up vaccine drive; 1M jabs over weekend
Vietnam is speeding up its vaccination program in an effort to loosen coronavirus lockdown restrictions in major cities by the end of the month, the government ... -
Thailand | Fire damages Pattaya nightclub popular with Indian tourists
A fire in Pattaya, the Thai seaside resort city southeast of Bangkok known for its racy nightlife, has badly damaged a large nightclub catering to Indian ... -
This day in history | 1981 Queen’s ‘fantasy assassin’ jailed
A teenage boy who fired blank shots at the Queen during a Trooping of the Colour ceremony has pleaded guilty to a charge under the 1848 ... -
North Korea says it tested new long-range cruise missiles
North Korea said yesterday that it successfully tested newly developed long-range cruise missiles over the weekend, the first known testing activity in months, underscoring how the ... -
Defense | Israeli firm unveils armed robot to patrol volatile borders
An Israeli defense contractor unveiled a remote-controlled armed robot it says can patrol battle zones, track infiltrators and open fire. The unmanned vehicle is the latest ...
