Daily Archives: Thursday, December 19, 2024
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Xi Jinping hails Macau as ‘jewel of motherland’ in visit for 25th handover anniversary
President Xi Jinping arrived in Macau yesterday afternoon to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the region’s return to Chinese sovereignty. This marks his third visit as ... -
Xi’s arrival puts normal operations on a halt
The three-day visit of President Xi Jinping to Macau to participate in the commemorations of the 25th anniversary of the Macau handover and inaugurate the new ... -
Citywide consumption initiative drives MOP940 million in sales
The citywide consumption campaign has significantly boosted local spending, generating MOP940 million in sales, according to figures released during TDM’s radio program. Ma Chi Ngai, president ... -
SSM data shows Most ‘body discoveries’ remain a mystery
The majority of cases involving individuals found dead in Macau remain unsolved, according to information disclosed by the Health Bureau (SSM). In response to an inquiry ... -
Macau’s transition remembered in photos
25 years after the historic handover of Macau to China, a photographic exhibition revisits the final days of Portuguese administration in the territory. The exhibit, showcasing ... -
The merits of the practice of ‘One Country, Two Systems’
The 25th anniversary of Macau’s return to the motherland is a significant milestone in its history. Over the past quarter of a century, with the unwavering ... -
On board the Shanghai Maglev of regional integration
China today has the longest and fastest high-speed rail network in the world. More than two-thirds of the world’s high-speed rail lines are here. Over 46,000 ... -
Portugal-China relations on the 25th anniversary of Macau’s handover
The transition of Macau to Chinese sovereignty was a success because both parties worked diligently to achieve it. The Chinese State-Party elite aimed for a “smooth ... -
Orchestra to host Christmas concert at Ruins of St. Paul
The Macao Orchestra will present “Unforgettable Melodies at the Ruins of St. Paul’s,” with performances at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Dec. 25. Organized by ... -
Hengqin sees rise in tourism
Hengqin has reported a significant rise in tourism for 2024, anticipating nearly 15 million visitors to major attractions, reflecting a 20% year-on-year increase. The newly opened Hengqin Light Rail ... -
Four ambulances equipped for cross-border operations
Zhuhai City has acquired four ambulances featuring dual Guangdong-Macau license plates, which are currently awaiting final approval for operation. This development is set to facilitate the ... -
UM student team wins global AI competition
A team of students from the University of Macau’s Faculty of Science and Technology won first prize at the 2024 Tencent AI Arena Global Open Competition, ... -
F&B revenues rise, retail drops in October
Receipts from restaurants and similar establishments in Macau rose by 6.8% month-on-month in October 2024, largely due to the National Day holidays, according to the Statistics and Census ... -
Shift in suicide motifs
SSM’s reporting on suicide causes has shifted in its recent data disclosure in the third quarter of this year. Historically, and up until the first quarter ... -
GEG Injects New Dynamics to the Diversified Development of “Tourism +”
As a patriotic Chinese enterprise deeply rooted in Macau, Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) is committed to supporting the Macau SAR Government’s policies and directions aimed at ... -
Underground detector will sniff out mysterious ghost particles called neutrinos
Underneath a granite hill in southern China, a massive detector is nearly complete that will sniff out the mysterious ghost particles lurking around us. The Jiangmen ... -
Pirates demand $10 million in ransom after hijacking Chinese-owned fishing vessel
The pirates who hijacked a Chinese-owned fishing vessel with 18 crew off the northeastern coast of Somalia last month are demanding $10 million in ransom, according ... -
Global demand spurring mining boom comes at a cost for many communities
The crystal blue waters that once surrounded Kabaena are murky brown now, and the octopi and colorful fish that locals used to catch nearby to eat ... -
Seven foreign tourists hospitalized were not poisoned, officials say
Seven foreign tourists who were hospitalized in Fiji after drinking cocktails at a resort bar were not poisoned by alcohol or illicit drugs, officials said yesterday ... -
Community members wrestle with grief in aftermath of Wisconsin school shooting
Community members in Wisconsin continued to wrestle with grief and called for change in the aftermath of a school shooting that killed a teacher and a ... -
2003 Libya gives up chemical weapons
Libya has made a surprise announcement undertaking to destroy its arsenal of weapons of mass destruction. The government of Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi has also agreed ... -
Nostalgia led to the invention of the first Christmas card
It’s a common seasonal refrain: “Christmas just isn’t like it used to be.” This is not a new complaint. History shows that Christmas traditions are just ... -
Persistent rain over five days forces Australia and India into a soggy draw
Persistent rain over all five days forced umpires to finally pull the plug on the third cricket test between Australia and India, calling play about two ... -
Man United coach Amorim says club needs ‘big talents’ like Rashford
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim said yesterday the club needs players like Marcus Rashford after the forward was quoted as saying he was ready for ... -
Macau domestic helper arrested for aggravated burglary
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a string of burglaries and thefts that targeted a household in Taipa, according to Judiciary Police (PJ). The ... -
100mph laughing gas driver jailed for killing friends in Oxfordshire village
A driver who was filmed inhaling laughing gas behind the wheel before a high-speed crash has been jailed for killing three teenage friends, BBC has reported. ... -
How cities are reinventing the public-private partnership
Cities tackle a vast array of responsibilities – from building transit networks to running schools – and sometimes they can use a little help. That’s why ... -
Thursday, December 19, 2024 – edition no. 4629
* Xi hails Macau success — President Xi Jinping hailed Macau SAR’s ‘world-recognised success’ as he arrived in the city, kickstarting a three-day trip as the ...
