Daily Archives: Wednesday, August 28, 2024
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Survey: Residents show increased interest in mainland travel
A survey shows that Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangdong province emerged as the top three most popular destinations among Macau and Hong Kong residents. Conducted by the ... -
Portugal considers Macau and Portuguese living in the SAR a priority: José Cesário
Passing through Macau in a visit that was extended to Guangzhou and Hong Kong, the Secretary of State for Portuguese Communities, José Cesário has said that ... -
Creative Macau celebrates 21 years with collective exhibition
Creative Macau marked its 21st anniversary with the launch of the “21st Century Members Collective Exhibition” yesterday. This exhibition highlights the artistic contributions of various members ... -
Labor shortage in Q2 drives up demand for manpower
The survey on manpower needs and wages for the second quarter (Q2) of 2024 has shown that the demand for manpower continued to increase amid the ... -
US national security adviser visits Beijing in a bid to manage strained relations
A top White House official has arrived in China for talks on a relationship that has been severely tested during President Joe Biden’s term in office. ... -
Sam Hou Fai announces CE candidacy
Top judge Sam Hou Fai will officially declare his candidacy for Chief Executive (CE) at a press conference scheduled for 11 a.m. today at the Macao ... -
Jellyfish warning issued at local beaches
The Marine and Water Bureau (DSAMA) has issued a warning after jellyfish were spotted at both Hac Sa and Cheoc Van beaches, prompting the immediate posting ... -
Traffic advisory: Cotai road closures scheduled for bridge construction
The Transport Bureau (DSAT) announced yesterday that Av. da Nave Desportiva in Cotai will be closed to traffic from midnight to 6 a.m. daily, starting Aug. ... -
Transportation arrangements made for back to school
As the new school year approaches, local transportation authorities are gearing up to ensure a smooth start for students. At a meeting, held yesterday, involving the ... -
Mosquito activity leads to growing risk of Dengue fever
The Health Bureau (SSM) has issued a warning over the rising threat of a dengue fever outbreak, as mosquito breeding has surged to higher levels across ... -
Gov’t launches website solely dedicated to 25th anniversary of the handover
The government has launched a website dedicated to the celebration of 25th anniversary of the Macau handover. Titled “Celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Establishment ... -
Fraudulent BOC text scheme scams over MOP74,000
Six Macau residents lost over MOP74,000 to credit card theft stemming from fake “Bank of China” phishing websites between Jan. 24 to 27, Judiciary Police (PJ) ... -
SJM Holdings reports 47% rise in H1 revenues
Casino operator SJM Holdings has announced a significant increase in net revenue for the first half of 2024, reporting a year-on-year growth exceeding 47%, along with ... -
PJ warns new scam related to Gala of China Olympic Athletes
The Judiciary Police (PJ) has issued a warning about a new online scam exploiting the upcoming gala event, “Our Pride! – Meeting with the National Olympic ... -
Sands participates in ‘Macao Week in Shaanxi-Xi’an’
Sands Resorts Macau participated in the ‘Macao Week in Shaanxi-Xi’an’ mega roadshow through Aug. 26 to promote Macau’s tourism offerings and experiences available at its properties. ... -
Melco’s elderly talent show brings joy
A total of nine performance teams took to the stage at Melco Resorts & Entertainment’s City of Dreams recently to participate in the “Melco Simple Acts ... -
Philippine defense chief calls for ‘stronger censure’ over China’s actions
The Philippine defense chief said yesterday that China is “the biggest disruptor” of peace in Southeast Asia and called for stronger international censure over its “aggression ... -
How a summit for the world’s tiniest nations became a global draw
As leaders of Pacific nations were welcomed to their annual meeting in Nuku’alofa, Tonga, yesterday [Macau time], they were greeted first by torrential rain and then ... -
Elections in eastern states could make life harder for Black migrants
It was a balmy summer night in 2020, shortly after the lifting of Germany’s first COVID-19 lockdown, and Omar Diallo and two friends from his home ... -
1963 King’s dream for racial harmony
The fight for racial equality in the United States moved a step closer to victory today as Martin Luther King spoke of his dream for freedom ... -
Brazilian moms are leading the charge to secure medical marijuana for sick kids
The 4-year-old boy struggled to balance while walking through the living room. His mother’s eyes attentively followed his every move. Then a seizure knocked him to ... -
New CL format promises more of almost everything storied clubs wanted from UEFA
The new Champions League format this season will see more teams playing more games for more prize money. On Thursday, UEFA makes the draw in Monaco ... -
Oasis reunites for tour and ends Gallagher brothers’ feud
Oasis, the Britpop band known for timeless hits like “Wonderwall” and “Don’t Look Back in Anger,” is reuniting for a tour of the British Isles next ... -
French judge extends police custody for Telegram CEO Pavel Durov
A French investigative judge extended police custody for the CEO of the popular messaging app Telegram, Pavel Durov, prosecutors said yesterday. Durov was detained Saturday at Le Bourget ... -
Go die far away
The Israeli government is not interested in peace, does not want an agreement to free hostages and end the war in Gaza, nor does it want ... -
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 – edition no. 4555
* Mainland Wanderlust — Macau residents sharply increase mainland travel intentions compared to pre-pandemic levels, eyeing Beijing, Shanghai and Guangdong as top destinations: Survey * José ...
