Monthly Archives: September 2024
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European business confidence in China is at an all-time low, report says
China must reprioritize economic growth and reforms and boost investor confidence by leveling the playing field for all companies in the country, a European business group ... -
Billionaire attempts first private spacewalk
First came space tourism. Now comes an even bigger thrill for the monied masses: spacewalking. The stage is set for the first private spacewalk today. Tech ... -
2001 US declares war on terror
The President of the United States has described the destruction caused in New York and Washington as an act of war against all freedom-loving people. In ... -
The one and the only debate?
Harris presses a more forceful case against Trump than Biden did on abortion, economy, and democracy in what can be the only debate before Election day ... -
Germany, Australia, Canada and Belgium earn victories openers
Germany beat Slovakia 3-0 despite the absence of No. 2-ranked Alexander Zverev, and 2023 runner-up Australia came out on top in its duel with France ... -
Pope lands in economic power Singapore
Pope Francis flew to Singapore yesterday for the final leg of his trip through Asia, arriving in one of the world’s richest countries from one of ... -
Sibling succession race heats up at Hong Kong’s Chow Tai Fook group: report
The race to lead the Cheng family conglomerate of Hong Kong is now in full swing, as four siblings have attained prominent roles in the business ... -
‘What people wanted’
Often these spectacles of American politics come down to some memorable moment – a rhetorical jab that bloodies an opponent, an unforced error that dogs a ... -
Thursday, September 12, 2024 – edition no. 4565
* Countermeasures — Beijing warns US to drop bill closing Hong Kong trade offices or face countermeasures * Gaming | Wynn Resorts announces $800m senior notes ... -
Harris and Trump to debate in pivotal campaign test
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will meet for the first time face-to-face today [Macau time] for perhaps their only debate, a high-pressure opportunity to showcase their ... -
Sam Hou Fai set to become Macau’s next boss
Sam Hou Fai, a 62-year-old former judge, is poised to become Macau’s next Chief Executive after securing an unprecedented 96% of nominations from the 400-member Chief ... -
Macau New Neighborhood enticements see 1,300 units sold
According to Macau Urban Renewal Limited, the Macau New Neighborhood in Hengqin has sold 1,300 units, with residents praising the development’s amenities and convenience. “Swimming, gym ... -
Weixin palm pay launches in Macau, its first app outside the mainland
Weixin Pay, in collaboration with ICBC (Macau) and Galaxy Macau, has launched its palm scan payment service at the integrated resort, marking the first application of ... -
Football Association bans 43 people for life after corruption investigation
China’s Football Association has banned 43 people for life over allegations of match-fixing and other forms of corruption in the latest effort to weed out graft ... -
Macau welcomes world’s best badminton players
The annual Sands China Ltd. Macau Open badminton tournament is set to return in September, promising a world-class competition and community celebrations in the city. The ... -
Local badminton player Wong ‘very excited’ to play at home
The Macau Open Badminton Tournament has returned after a hiatus due to the pandemic, and local player Wong Kok Weng is eager to represent his home ... -
WTT Champions Macau 2024 kicks off with exciting matches
The WTT Champions Macau 2024, presented by Galaxy Entertainment Group began Monday at the Macau East Asian Games Dome. On Day One, defending Women’s Singles champion ... -
Health Bureau searches door-to-door for dengue cases
The Health Bureau (SS) today searched door-to-door on Rua da Erva and surrounding streets in Macau for dengue fever cases. This comes after the bureau was ... -
Local luxury market faces challenges despite IVS expansion
Macau’s luxury market is experiencing a significant downturn, even as China’s Individual Visit Scheme (IVS) expands. Once a catalyst for high-end tourism, the IVS is now ... -
Las Vegas Sands to boost Macau stake
Las Vegas Sands Corp (LVS) is set to further increase its controlling interest in Macau-based subsidiary Sands China Ltd., investing up to HKD800 million to boost ... -
Unveils ‘Double Anniversaries’ Celebrations, Showcasing National Intangible Cultural Heritage to Highlight Traditional Chinese Cultural
A Series of Cultural Activities and Engaging Experiences from Now Until October 20, Culminating in a Hanfu Parade to Illuminate the Mid-Autumn Festival As the ... -
August exports grow a robust 8.7%, beating forecasts while imports soften
China’s exports grew for a fifth consecutive month, in a sign of growing demand abroad even as imports fell amid a slowing Chinese economy. Exports in ... -
Francis’ Mass draws 600,000 people, nearly half the population
An estimated 600,000 people — a figure nearing half of East Timor’s population —- packed a seaside park yesterday for Pope Francis’ final Mass, held on ... -
Albanese proposes legal minimum age for children accessing social media
The Australian government yesterday promised to legislate this year to enforce a minimum age for children to access social media, but it has yet to announce ... -
2001 US rocked by day of terror
The United States is in a state of shock after a day of attacks which have left thousands dead and New York’s World Trade Center destroyed. ... -
Surf & Jesus: At this church in Portugal, parishioners surf before they worship
Porto takes pride in its beaches, old churches covered in blue-and-white tiles and its famous port wine named after the city in northern Portugal. It’s also ... -
Algeria joins global body trying to save Olympic status
The Algerian boxing federation that is home to Olympic champion Imane Khelif yesterdayjoined the World Boxing group that wants to save the sport’s place at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. ... -
Australia held by Indonesia in World Cup qualifying, China loses to Saudi Arabia
Australia’s stuttering start to the third round of World Cup qualifying hit another bump yesterday with a 0-0 draw against Indonesia in Jakarta. The result follows ... -
Pollution of the potent warming gas methane soars, people are mostly to blame
The amount and proportion of the powerful heat-trapping gas methane that humans spew into the atmosphere is rising, helping to turbocharge climate change, a new study ... -
A woman is killed near Moscow as over 140 Ukrainian drones target Russia, officials say
Over 140 Ukrainian drones targeted multiple Russian regions overnight, including Moscow and surrounding areas, killing at least one person and injuring eight, officials said yesterday, in ... -
Under both Trump and Biden, US oil and gas production surged to record highs
The U.S. is producing more oil and natural gas today than ever before, and far more than any other country. What roles did the Trump-Pence and ... -
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 – edition no. 4564
* The debate — The first debate between Harris and Trump – set to start this morning at 9 a.m., less than two months before election ... -
Adele’s biggest hit: turning down $200 million offer
In a bold decision, global superstar Adele has reportedly turned down a staggering USD200 million offer to extend her world tour, instead choosing to prioritize her ... -
Greener solution for mid-autumn festival’s mooncake boxes
As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, locals can expect to receive an abundance of mooncake boxes. However, the Macao Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) is encouraging residents to ... -
Blockbuster Chinese video game sparks debate on sexism
A blockbuster new Chinese video game hailed as a milestone for the country’s gaming industry has put an unexpected spotlight on longstanding claims of rampant sexism ...
