Monthly Archives: March 2024
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Gaming credit bill expected for final vote in April
The casino credit bill currently under discussion at a parliamentary committee is expected to undergo its second reading next month, committee president Chan Chak Mo said ... -
National security bill comes into law on March 23
Hong Kong will enact the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance on Saturday, announced the city’s leader John Lee after the city’s legislature passed the bill on its ... -
Macau Central Library construction in two phases
The construction of the new Macau Central Library at Tap Seac will be implemented in two phases, according to a statement released by the Public Works ... -
Over 1,000 vacancies available in USJ Career Fair
The University of Saint Joseph is curating its USJ Career Fair today, aiming to host a platform for students to seek job opportunities and explore their ... -
International Parade to require traffic suspensions
The Macao International Parade that will be held this Sunday will require road traffic suspensions along its route, the government warned. Road users should be aware ... -
Vehicle circulation tax payment period to end Apr. 2
The payment period for the Vehicle Circulation Tax for 2024 will end on Apr. 2. The government reminds vehicle owners who have not yet paid the ... -
Tourism sector gauges daily tourists to top 100,000 in Easter
Members of the tourism industry in Macau indicated that this year’s holiday is expected to see not only Hong Kong tourists, but also quite a number ... -
Gov’t pushes for casino operators to enrich maritime travel offerings
The government is calling for increased collaboration between casino operators and companies in order to promote maritime tourism. The director of the Marine and Water Bureau, ... -
‘Anti-scam’ app to launch next month
A new “anti-scam” mobile application (app) is to launch next month, the Office of the Secretary for Security, Wong Sio Chak announced in the monthly column ... -
Wynn emerges as market-share leader in March: Citi
Wynn Macau Ltd, the operator of Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace, emerged as the market-share leader in the March survey, capturing 25% of the observed wager ... -
Bank of Japan ends its negative interest rate policy, opting for its first hike in 17 years
Japan’s central bank raised its benchmark interest rate yesterday for the first time in 17 years, ending a longstanding policy of negative rates meant to boost ... -
Detention of three teens over gruesome killing of classmate sparks debate
In the last recorded moments before the 13-year-old boy’s death, surveillance cameras showed him sitting on a scooter, surrounded by three classmates. An hour later, his ... -
Blinken to underline ‘ironclad’ support for Philippines in disputed sea
Secretary of State Antony Blinken will underscore Washington’s “ironclad commitment” to its alliance with the Philippines, as clashes between Chinese and Filipino forces in the disputed ... -
Trump says Jews who vote for Democrats ‘hate Israel’ and their religion
Former President Donald Trump yesterday [Macau time] charged that Jews who vote for Democrats “hate Israel” and hate “their religion,” igniting a firestorm of criticism from ... -
1966 Football’s World Cup stolen
The football World Cup has been stolen while on exhibition at Central Hall in Westminster, London. The £30,000 solid gold Jules Rimet trophy disappeared while a ... -
After confronting their Nazi past, Germans not immune to nationalism
When Sabine Thonke joined a recent demonstration in Berlin against Germany’s far-right party, it was the first time in years she felt hopeful that the growing ... -
F1 needs to take control of the Red Bull drama as Horner accuser files FIA complaint
If Christian Horner had his way, this messy saga over an allegation of misconduct made against him by an employee would be forgotten by now. He ... -
Gangs unleash new attacks on upscale areas in Port-Au-Prince, 12 killed
Gangs attacked two upscale neighborhoods in Haiti’s capital yesterday [Macau time] in a rampage that left at least a dozen people dead in surrounding areas. Gunmen ... -
Sex trade to slavery: a UN agency says criminals reap $236B a year in profits
Illegal profits from forced labor worldwide have risen to the “obscene” amount of $236 billion per year, the U.N. labor agency reported yesterday, with sexual exploitation ... -
Israel should negotiate in good faith
The fierce international criticism of the civilian losses caused by its military campaign in Gaza, the looming uncertainties with the approach of US presidential election, as ... -
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 – edition no. 4448
* Sports hub — Macau will host the ITTF Singles World Cup for the first time, puting the city on the map of world sports, organizers ... -
Criteria for Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal management tender likely to limit bidders
The stringent requirements and criteria established by the government in the public tender for the operation of the Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal are likely to severely ... -
Beijing urges citizens in Singapore to avoid gambling
The Chinese embassy in Singapore has urged Chinese citizens in the city-state to stay away from gambling, reiterating that cross-border gambling violates Chinese laws – a ... -
Man arrested for alleged sexual harassment
A man has been arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a young female student at a local university when the latter sought medical assistance at a hospital ... -
Parliament’s electoral law review bill to conclude committee discussions
The parliamentary committee responsible for the discussion of the Legislative Assembly electoral law review bill will submit its list of opinions in the next meeting, signaling ... -
Wang meets New Zealand counterpart, beginning trip that also includes Australia
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with his New Zealand counterpart yesterday, as China’s most senior diplomat began a tour of the country and Australia. Deputy ... -
Rotary Clubs seeks Caucasian blood donors
Macau’s eight Rotary Clubs will hold a blood donation day Sunday at the Nova Mall in Taipa to ensure a sufficient supply of blood reserves in ... -
SSM to address health challenges
The Health Bureau (SSM) plans to formulate a strategic framework for building a “healthy Macau” by addressing health challenges amid the aging global population, urban development ... -
Access roads to the fourth bridge to be completed before month-end
The network of access roads to the fourth bridge between Macau and Taipa should be completed before the end of the month, the Public Works Bureau ... -
BNU contributed USD73 million to Portuguese bank net income in 2023
In 2023, Banco Nacional Ultramarino (BNU) played a significant role in the net income of Caixa Geral de Depósito (CGD), a Portuguese public bank. According to ... -
Cultural scene expands as city holds first comedy festival
Top comedians and filmmakers from China and abroad gathered in Macau recently for the city’s first international comedy extravaganza, bringing diverse works to local audiences. The ... -
Macau premium mass resilient in ‘normal’ month, reports Citi
Citigroup recently conducted a spot-check survey of Macau’s premium mass gaming tables and found the quality of players remained steady in March, which was considered a ... -
CEO of fast-growing First Watch keeps the focus on breakfast
First Watch, a restaurant chain that serves breakfast, brunch and lunch, is rising – and shining. The Bradenton, Florida-based chain, known for its fresh, seasonal ingredients ... -
John Catlin wins The International Series Macau
American golfer John Catlin emerged as the champion with a total score of 23-under, earning the championship trophy and a prize of USD360,000 in The International ... -
Sands, MPU organize exhibition of students’ achievements
The Macao Polytechnic University (MPU), Sands China Ltd., and the MPU Alumni Association jointly organized an achievement exhibition for the Art Talent Development Showcase at the ...
