Monthly Archives: June 2024
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Dongguan: Guest Shift at ORIGIN
Join us for ORIGIN 2.0’s first guest shift! We’re thrilled to welcome Sisi, the founder of Guangzhou’s NOKEY Bar and the 2022 Cointreau Queen. Don’t miss ... -
Premier Li is visiting New Zealand, security fears vie with trade hopes on the agenda
China’s Premier Li Qiang arrived in New Zealand yesterday, beginning a rare visit to its closest partner among Western democracies, where a celebration of trade links ... -
Chinese history buff finds military secrets in a pile of old papers he bought for under $1
Chinese state media said yesterday that a military history buff found a collection of confidential documents related to the country’s military in a pile of old ... -
Deal to use Russian assets for Ukraine as EU’s traditional powers recalibrate
A Group of Seven summit is opening today [Macau time] with agreement on a U.S. proposal to back a $50 billion loan to Ukraine using frozen ... -
1972 Pilots threaten worldwide strike
Hundreds of thousands of holidaymakers face flight delays and cancellations after pilots threatened to strike over hijack fears. The International Federation of Air Line Pilots Associations ... -
If we ever lose Paris, we’ll always have Le Mans
The echoes of last year’s Centenary Day have not yet faded, and we’re already back in the golden week of Le Mans and the La Sarthe ... -
‘Tuesday,’ with Julia Louis-Dreyfus, is strange, emotional and fiercely original
Death has taken many forms in cinema. It’s been portrayed by actors like Bengt Ekerot, Ian McKellen, John Cleese, and even Brad Pitt. In “Tuesday,” filmmaker ... -
‘Swole’ or, what masculinity could be in a hyperconnected, TikTok-imaged world
Author Michael Brodeur takes the gym too seriously, and not seriously at all at the same time, in his book “Swole: The Making of Men and ... -
Healing through Sound
Himalayan singing bowls are nowadays extremely trendy in the world of wellness and are often seen at hotel spas and resorts. Last week, the establishment ceremony of the ... -
Elegance in Minimalism
Recently, Executive Chinese Chef Anthony Ho presented his new tasting menu at Four Seasons Hotel Macao’s award-winning Chinese restaurant Zi Yat Heen. Savoir-faire in handling traditional cooking methods while ... -
A 98-year-old man’s liver was donated. He is believed to be the oldest American organ donor ever
Orville Allen lived a lifetime of service, and when he died at age 98 he had one last thing to give: his liver. Allen, a veteran ... -
Unusually heavy monsoon rains in Pakistan will affect 200,000 people: UN
An estimated 200,000 people in Pakistan could be affected by the upcoming monsoon season, which is expected to bring heavier rains than usual, a top U.N. ... -
Visits aim to strengthen exchanges and trust, and deepen cooperation
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is in New Zealand on an official visit, the first leg of his third overseas trip of the year that will also ... -
Friday, June 14, 2024 – edition no. 4502
* Revenue Machine — The SAR has established itself as the leading tourism revenue generator in China, while the country has regained its status as top ... -
Celebrating Independence Day: A tribute to Filipino resilience
The Filipino community pulsated with pride and unity during the commemoration of the 126th Independence Day of the Philippines yesterday, which gathered compatriots from different sectors. ... -
Macau: World’s favorite casino destination in 2024
Often referred to as the “Las Vegas of Asia,” Macau tops the charts in Online Betting Guide’s 2024 Global Casino Index (OLBG). The city received a ... -
MICE industry making major strides this year: Gov’t
The recent “Global Exhibitions Day” event held in Macau focused on promoting industry progress, economic growth, sustainable development and exchanges. The event reviewed the achievements of ... -
Corruption watchdog investigated 249 cases in 2023
The Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) has handled 249 cases, including corruption, ombudsman investigations and mutual assistance inquiries. The agency has recorded a decline in reports of ... -
Kim hails Russia ties as Putin reportedly plans a visit
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un hailed the country’s expanding relationship with Russia yesterday, as reports suggest that Russian President Vladimir Putin will soon visit the ... -
Cristiano Ronaldo and Modric go to the tournament showing age is no boundary for soccer’s modern stars
Aged 39 and about to play in a record-extending sixth European Championship, Cristiano Ronaldo’s longevity at soccer’s highest levels almost defies belief. Luka Modric is 38, ... -
Northern Macau spending drive generates over MOP9m
A government-led campaign aimed at spurring spending in northern Macau has generated more than MOP9.55 million in secondary consumption since launching three months ago, according to ... -
AL to review procedural rules and lawmakers’ status
The Legislative Assembly (AL) is reviewing its rules of procedure and the regulations that establish legislators’ status, the lawmaker and president of the AL Rules and ... -
Portugal: No new teachers to replace future layoffs
Portugal’s Minister of Education, Science, and Innovation has notified the management of the Portuguese School of Macau (EPM) he will not provide additional teachers to replace ... -
Light rail sees passenger, revenue surge in 2023
Macau’s LRT has reported a significant increase in both passenger numbers and ticket revenue during the year 2023. According to the company’s latest business report, the ... -
Govt limits casino’s free snacks, reports say
The Macau government has reportedly directed casino operators either to restrict or stop providing complimentary snacks to their patrons, according to multiple sources. The move comes ... -
Harvey Rouse to head EU Office to HK and Macau
The European Union’s High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Harvey Rouse, will replace Thomas Gnocchi as Head of the Office of ... -
Gov’t extends landline licenses for CTM and MTel
The Macau government has announced the extension of landline service licenses for local telecom providers CTM and MTel, according to the government gazette. The licenses will ... -
WTT Champions Macao 2024 to be held in September
Macau will this September welcome the world’s top table tennis players, as the WTT Champions Macao 2024 tournament is set to take place from Sept. 9 ... -
IPIM reorganization to strengthen trade
The Macau Trade and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) will be renamed from July 1 to the Investment Promotion Bureau, the Secretary for Economy and Finance, André ... -
Lei Wai Nong: Gov’t assisting new metaverse companies, research, jobs
Government support for companies in the metaverse industry was not a direct investment but support paid through the Science and Technology Development Fund (FDCT), the Secretary ... -
CE Ho Iat Seng meets Portugal Minister of Justice
Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng has met Rita Alarcão Júdice, the Minister of Justice of Portugal, to discuss promoting cooperation between the SAR and the nation ... -
Angela Leong wants Macau to become an ecotourism destination
Macau should become an ecotourism destination, lawmaker Angela Leong said in an inquiry presented at the Legislative Assembly (AL) yesterday. Leong said several countries and regions ... -
Farrell anticipates China will lift final obstacle for exports
Australian Trade Minister Don Farrell yesterday predicted the final obstacle for exports to China, Beijing’s ban on live lobster imports, will be lifted soon after Chinese ... -
HK invokes law to cancel passports of six overseas-based activists
The Hong Kong government yesterday canceled the passports of six overseas-based activists under the new national security law, stepping up its crackdown on dissidents who moved ... -
Man who sailed into a river mouth in Taiwan was acting on his own, Beijing says
The Chinese government said yesterday that a Chinese man who sailed a small boat into a strategic river mouth in Taiwan was acting on his own ...
