Daily Archives: Friday, June 21, 2024
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Macau becomes Asia’s second most expensive city for construction
Macau has become the second most expensive city in Asia to build in, driven by a 3.5% inflation rate that is set to further increase construction ... -
Cape Verde gov’t wishing to ‘turn the page’ on Macau Legend project
The government of Cape Verde wishes to turn the page and close the Macau Legend Development Ltd (MLD) chapter as fast as possible, Deputy Prime Minister ... -
Macau to showcase Portuguese cinema’s best in upcoming screening
Audiences in Macau are in for a treat as the Portuguese Film Agency and CAC Association collaborate to present the crème de la crème of Portuguese ... -
Gov’t enhances appointment services for mainland China documents
The Macao One Account system has added a new feature allowing residents to book appointments for three types of public services in the Hengqin Cooperation Zone: ... -
TSI attributes higher compensation to former Pearl Horizon buyer
The Court of Second Instance (TSI) has ruled in favor of a former Pearl Horizon buyer, granting him a higher amount in compensation for damages caused ... -
Restaurant receipts plummet nearly 12% in April
Local restaurant receipts plunged 11.8% in April 2024 compared to the same month the previous year, according to data released by the Statistics and Census Service ... -
DSPA to install public electric car charging stations by year end
The Macau government is moving forward with plans to install public electric car charging stations in the city’s urban areas by the second half of 2024, ... -
54 suspected illegal workers caught in May
In a joint operation, the Public Security Police Force and the Labour Affairs Bureau intercepted 54 suspected illegal workers in May. The authorities conducted 396 inspections ... -
DSAL to co-host three job matching events
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) and the Macau Federation of Trade Unions will jointly organize three industry-specific job-matching events next week, offering a total of 345 ... -
UM plans to open new Hengqin campus in 2028
The University of Macau (UM) is preparing to establish a new campus in Hengqin. Slated to commence operations in 2028, the new campus is expected to ... -
Wong Kit Cheng advocates for permanent maternity subsidies
Lawmaker Wong Kit Cheng has praised the government’s recent decision to extend the maternity leave compensation subsidy scheme, expressing hopes to see it converted into a ... -
Gov’t explores expansion of volunteer services ahead of 2025 National Games
As Macau prepares to host the 2025 National Games, local officials are highlighting the growing role of volunteer services in the city. Luís Gomes, deputy director ... -
Authorities issue heat warning, urge taking precautions
The Health Bureau (SSM) is calling on the public to take preventive measures against the effects of hyperthermia as the region experiences high temperatures. The Meteorological ... -
IAS to improve central registration system for drug abusers
The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) has announced its plans to improve the central registration system for drug abusers. This includes seeking input from academic institutions to ... -
30% of Macau New Neighbourhood flats have been sold
Sales of residential apartments at the Macau New Neighbourhood (MNN) development in Hengqin have been robust, according to Huang Yujie, the director of the Hengqin Livelihood ... -
EU to implement new border control affecting SARs travelers
The European Union (EU) is set to implement two new border control measures over the next 12 months, which will affect travelers from Macau and Hong ... -
Macau casinos’ higher minimum wages heightening levels of debt
A recent study by scholars from universities in Macau and the mainland has shed light on the stark differences in the characteristics and struggles of gamblers ... -
Luxury sales are flattening amid a self-inflicted creativity crisis and price hikes, study finds
The post-pandemic surge in global sales of luxury handbags, shoes and apparel is set to stall this year amid a creativity crisis and price hikes as ... -
OpenAI founder Sutskever sets up new AI company devoted to ‘safe superintelligence’
Ilya Sutskever, one of the founders of OpenAI who was involved in a failed effort to push out CEO Sam Altman, said he’s starting a ... -
MGM welcomes top synchronized swimmers
MGM is hosting the “MGM Artistic Swimming Elite Extravaganza & Macao Open Synchronized Swimming Competition 2024” from today until June 23. This year, three renowned synchronized ... -
Hacken Lee to return to The Londoner Arena
Hacken Lee, a award-winning Cantopop icon, will return to The Londoner Arena to perform two concerts entitled ‘Hacken Lee Symphonic Live in Londoner with Macao Orchestra’ on Sept. ... -
Systems Thinking: Shifting parts changes the whole
Analysis Angela Leong’s suggestion for Macau to become an eco-tourism destination (The Times June 13) has power to create a vibrant and liveable city. It is ... -
GBA launches first full-schedule China-Europe freight train
On the Agenda The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area on Wednesday launched its first full-time schedule China-Europe freight train, aiming to enhance logistical efficiency in trade ... -
Zhuhai: She’s themed afternoon tea
InterContinental Zhuhai collaborated with the handmade original designer brand She’s to curate an exquisite afternoon tea experience titled “Blooming Spring”. Date: March 1 – June 30, ... -
Hong Kong: Celebrating the Year of the Dragon
The Art Museum of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) presents the exhibition “Celebrating the Year of the Dragon”, which will run from 2 February ... -
Foshan: Corresponding Space by Kishio Suga
The exhibition encompasses the artist’s creations spanning over half a century, from the early 1970s to the present day, featuring over seventy groups of works. The ... -
Malaysian leader Anwar says China a ‘true friend’ and not to be feared
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim yesterday rejected the notion that China’s dominance is to be feared, calling China a “true friend” at the end of Premier ... -
Philippines demands China return rifles and pay for boat damage after hostilities
The Philippine military chief demanded Wednesday that China return several rifles and equipment seized by the Chinese coast guard in a disputed shoal and pay for ... -
Thousands of refugees have spent years awaiting resettlement. Their future is unclear
Morwan Mohammad walks down an old hotel corridor on Batam Island in northwestern Indonesia before entering a 6-square-meter room that has been home to him and ... -
Japan, New Zealand agree on intel sharing pact amid growing regional security concerns
Japan and New Zealand agreed earlier this week in principle on an intelligence sharing pact as their leaders shared concerns over the increasingly challenging security environment ... -
Putin signs deals with Vietnam in bid to shore up ties in Asia
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a series of deals with his Vietnamese counterpart To Lam yesterday, during a state visit that comes as Moscow is seeking ... -
1945 US troops take Okinawa
The Japanese island of Okinawa has finally fallen to the Americans after a long and bloody battle. The island, situated 340 miles (550km) south of the ... -
More Musiala magic sees Germany beat Hungary and reach knockout stage
Germany 2, Hungary 0 Jamal Musiala is lighting up the European Championship and showing just why his teammates think the 21-year-old forward can go on to ... -
Slovakia takes on Ukraine after two surprise results
Slovakia faces Ukraine today in Duesseldorf in their second Group E match at the European Championship. Slovakia is second to Romania on goal difference, and Ukraine ... -
Spalletti: Italy prepared to ‘scuff up beautiful suits’ against Spain
Italy coach Luciano Spalletti says his players may have to scuff up their beautiful suits when they take on Spain in their European Championship match yesterday ...
