Daily Archives: Monday, May 1, 2023
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May Day: Visitor figures skyrocketed in the first two days
Visitors entering Macau in the first two days of the May 1 holidays, informally called “May 1 Golden Week,” have far surpassed predictions from the Macao ... -
On Labor Day, bill in discussion remains upsetting
The trade union law under discussion remains upsetting to many as it has, they say, failed to “safeguard the basic fundamentals of trade unions’ rights and ... -
Local IP infringements mostly relate to counterfeit goods: Customs
The higher number of intellectual property (IP) infringement cases and prosecutions in Macau are for counterfeit goods, the Macau Customs Service (SA) has revealed to the ... -
Human activities in Asia have reduced elephant habitat by nearly two-thirds since 1700, dividing what remains into ever-smaller patches
Despite their iconic status and long association with humans, Asian elephants are one of the most endangered large mammals. Believed to number between 45,000 and 50,000 ... -
Wynn Resorts to build first gaming resort in UAE for USD3.9b
Las Vegas-based casino operator Wynn Resorts, which is one of the biggest in the world with resorts in Boston and Macau, has announced that it will ... -
China’s Mars rover finds signs of recent water in sand dunes
Water may be more widespread and recent on Mars than previously thought, based on observations of Martian sand dunes by China’s rover. The finding highlights new, ... -
Beijing to extend validity of travel permits for SARs residents
China will extend the expiration date of mainland travel permits for eligible Hong Kong and Macao residents starting May 8, the National Immigration Administration (NIA) announced. ... -
33rd Macao arts festival kicks off
The 33rd Macao Arts Festival kicked off Friday with an opening ceremony followed by “Rite of Spring,” a work of renowned Chinese dancer Yang Liping that ... -
Merchandise export drops in March
Macau’s total merchandise export amounted to 1.19 billion patacas in March, down 16.7% year-on-year, the statistical service said on Friday. The merchandise import went down 7% ... -
IAM aims to restore 120 hectares of mountain forest by 2024
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) is planning to restore at least 120 hectares of mountain forest by 2024, noting 40 hectares of emergency restoration has already ... -
Unemployment rate slightly drops in Q1
The local residents’ unemployment rate stood at 3.9% in the first quarter, as shown by data from the Statistics and Census Service. The figure is a ... -
MGTO attends APEC meeting in Philippines
The local tourism bureau has attended the recent 61st Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Tourism Working Group (TWG) Meeting, which was held in a hybrid online-offline format ... -
Cross-border vehicle traffic hikes 71% in March
Macau’s cross-border vehicle traffic in March hiked by 71.2% year on year to 573,022 trips. The latest report from the Statistics and Census Service showed that ... -
Swimming pools reopen today
From today, four Sports Bureau (ID) outdoor swimming pools will open to the public, including the Dr. Sun Yat Sen Swimming Pool, Taipa Central Park Swimming ... -
FDCT launches training for staff
The Science and Technology Development Fund (FDCT) will conduct a series of training lectures on professional knowledge related to science and technology expertise and integrity awareness. ... -
Telegram app back on in Brazil after judge lifts suspension
Internet providers and wireless carriers in Brazil stopped blocking Telegram this weekend after a federal judge partially revised a ruling suspending the social media app over ... -
Wynn holds new ‘Dine Like a Pro at Wynn’ event
From now to June 30, Wynn will present its new event “Dine Like a Pro at Wynn” to give guests an opportunity to “savor the very ... -
Melco releases company’s 2022 sustainability report
Melco Resorts & Entertainment has published its fifth sustainability strategy for the year 2022 “RISE to go Above & Beyond.” Adhering to four key material topics ... -
Foreign companies in China face growing scrutiny, pressure
Foreign companies are under growing pressure in China from anti-corruption, national security and other investigations as President Xi Jinping’s government tightens control over business, clashing with ... -
Manufacturing contracts, signaling recovery concerns
China’s factory activity declined in April, an official survey showed yesterday, signaling policymakers’ challenges in sustaining momentum in the country’s economic recovery. According to the government ... -
US ex-security adviser calls for closer ties with Taiwan
A former U.S. national security adviser called for deeper interaction between his country and Taiwan during a visit over the weekend to the self-ruled island, which ... -
North insults Biden, slams defense agreement with Seoul
The powerful sister of North Korea’s leader says her country would stage more provocative displays of its military might in response to a new U.S.-South Korean ... -
Pope in final Mass in Budapest urges Hungary to open doors
Pope Francis urged Hungarians to open their doors to others on Sunday, as he wrapped up a weekend visit with a plea for Europe to welcome ... -
Iran’s Parliament sacks minister over alleged mismanagement
Iran’s Parliament voted yesterday to fire the country’s industries minister over alleged mismanagement amid widespread dissatisfaction with the government. Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf said 162 ... -
Emergency aid supplies reach Sudan, as fighting sputters on
An aircraft carrying eight tons of emergency medical aid landed Sunday in Sudan to resupply hospitals devastated by more than two weeks of fighting between forces ... -
Canada makes new contract offer to striking public workers
Canada’s government made a new contract offer to the country’s biggest public workers union Friday as thousands of federal employees remained on strike for a 10th ... -
1994 Race ace Senna killed in car crash
The Brazilian racing driver Ayrton Senna has been killed in a crash at the San Marino Grand Prix at Imola, near Bologna in Italy. He was ... -
LeBron sets Lakers on playoff run with limitless possibility
LeBron James didn’t respond at first after Dillon Brooks called him old and questioned his abilities early in the Lakers’ first-round playoff series with Memphis. A ... -
Details revealed about King Charles III’s coronation service
It will be a coronation of many faiths and many languages. King Charles III, keen to show that he can be a unifying figure for everyone ... -
Louis Vuitton turns Seoul bridge into massive runway
Louis Vuitton transformed a bridge spanning the Han River into a massive runway for its latest collection this weekend. Models strutted down the Jamsugyo Bridge to ... -
China, Mongolia need better eco-coordination
The frequent and strong sandstorms that have swept across northern China and some parts of southern China this year have surprised many people after years of ... -
Monday, May 1, 2023 – edition no. 4236
* 133,911 — Extra work on Labor Day in hospitality sector as city recorded yesterday a new daily high of tourist arrivals to a total of ...
