Daily Archives: Wednesday, May 15, 2024
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Buddhists to gather in honor of founder’s birthday in profound significance of faith
For some, Buddha’s birthday may be observed only as a public holiday but, for many faithful individuals, it holds profound significance as a meaningful celebration. Macau ... -
When is it and how is it celebrated around Asia
The birthday of the historical Buddha or Shakyamuni Buddha, known as Vesak in several countries, celebrates the birth of the child who became Prince Siddhartha around ... -
Xia Baolong urges youth to seize opportunities
Beijing’s top official for Hong Kong and Macau affairs has called on young people to “strive harder, become more competitive and seize the opportunities given by ... -
MGM introduces new exhibition to revitalize Barra district
MGM China is unveiling a new exhibition to further revitalize Barra district and offer tourists a distinctive experience amid evolving trends in the city’s tourism market. ... -
Macau experiences post-Labor Day slowdown: JP Morgan
Macau’s daily gross gaming revenue (GGR) declined from an estimated MOP910 million during the Labor Day Golden Week to MOPD578 million in the seven days following, ... -
Galaxy Q1 earnings double y-o-y amid disruptions over gaming flow
Gaming operator Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) recorded a net revenue of HKD10.6 billion, marking a 50% year-on-year increase and a 2% quarter-on-quarter rise. In a financial ... -
Russian president Putin to make a state visit to China this week
Russian President Vladimir Putin will make a two-day state visit to China this week, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said yesterday, in the latest show of unity ... -
Grand Lisboa to undergo refurbishments
Grand Lisboa will undergo a phased renovation starting this year, with a focus on internal improvements, according to SJM Holdings chairman Daisy Ho. Speaking on the ... -
Average rent up 2% y-o-y
The average rent per square meter of usable area for residential units in Macau was MOP133 in the first quarter of 2024, up by 2.1% year-on-year. ... -
Prix de Lausanne’s Asia-Pacific pre-selection to take place in Macau
The Asia-Pacific pre-selection for the Prix de Lausanne, a renowned international dance competition for aspiring classical ballet dancers, will be held in Macau this September. This ... -
Applications for support for scrapping vehicles enters second phase
The government is progressing with the second phase of both the plan to provide financial assistance to replace outdated motorcycles with new electric motorcycles, and the ... -
Cape Verde gov’t in talks to revoke Macau Legend license
The government of Cape Verde has announced that it is engaged in discussions with Macau Legend Development Ltd, a casino services firm listed in Hong Kong, ... -
UM ranks 14th in 2024 World Young University Rankings
The University of Macau (UM) has been ranked 14th globally in the 2024 World Young University Rankings, a remarkable improvement of 12 places compared to last ... -
Three men attacked with knives over MOP8,000 loan
The Judiciary Police (PJ) received reports on the evening of May 12 regarding a case of serious bodily harm involving three victims. The victims were blue-collar ... -
Xi’s visit to Hungary, Serbia brings new Chinese investment and deeper ties to Europe’s doorstep
When Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Hungary last week, he arrived to one of the few places in the European Union where his country is considered ... -
Lee calls for respect of its overseas-based trade offices after UK charged London staffer
Hong Kong’s leader yesterday urged foreign governments to respect the duties of its overseas-based trade offices after a staff member in its London branch was charged ... -
Blinken in Kyiv says US arms will make a difference
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said yesterday that American military aid on its way to Ukraine will make a “real difference” on the battlefield, as ... -
1986 Soviets launch space station Mir
The Soviets have opened a new phase in space exploration with the launch of the world’s biggest space station, Mir. The successful launch of Mir comes ... -
Maradona heirs say his Golden Ball trophy was stolen, they want to stop its auction
Diego Maradona’s heirs will launch a lawsuit to try and stop the auction of a trophy he was awarded after the 1986 World Cup won by ... -
Jimmie Johnson to attempt his own version of Indy 500 & NASCAR doubleheader
Jimmie Johnson will attempt his own version of “The Double” when he becomes the first driver to be part of the Indianapolis 500 broadcast team hours ... -
French striker Giroud makes his MLS move, joining Los Angeles FC
WC-winning French striker Olivier Giroud is signing with Los Angeles FC. LAFC formally announced the long-anticipated move yesterday for the 37-year-old Giroud, who leaves Europe after ... -
Monarchy reform activist dies in detention after months hunger strike
A young Thai activist who went on a hunger strike after being jailed for advocating reform of the country’s system of monarchy died yesterday in a ... -
Palestinians mark 76 years of dispossession as a larger catastrophe may unfold in Gaza
Palestinians today will mark the 76th year of their mass expulsion from what is now Israel, an event that is at the core of their national ... -
Illiberal democracy in India and the West turning a blind eye
India is the “largest democracy in the world” (970 million voters in the current elections). According to the Democracy Index 2023 by the unsuspecting Economist’s Intelligence ... -
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 – edition no. 4483
* The eighth day of fourth month — Buddhists to gather in honor of founder’s birthday in profound significance of faith in Macau and around the ...
