Monthly Archives: December 2024
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GBA affords global firms ease of doing business, space for growth
On The Agenda China’s Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) is becoming a world-class business hub where global firms can thrive, members of the global business ... -
US hikes tariffs on imports of Chinese solar wafers, polysilicon and tungsten products
The Biden administration plans to raise tariffs on solar wafers, polysilicon and some tungsten products from China to protect U.S. clean energy businesses. The notice from ... -
China expands private pension program nationwide: reports
China is scaling its private pension fund pilot program to a nationwide level in an effort to address mounting strains on its retirement system, Bloomberg has ... -
Papua New Guinea gains a team in Aussie rugby league in diplomatic push
Papua New Guinea will gain its own team in Australia’s rugby league in a soft diplomacy deal announced yesterday linked to limiting Chinese influence in the ... -
Yoon defends martial law as an act of governance and vows to ‘fight to the end’
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol defended his martial law decree as an act of governance and denied rebellion charges, vowing yesterday to “fight to the ... -
Nissan reshuffles management to fix its money-losing business
Embattled Japanese automaker Nissan has tapped Jeremie Papin, who was overseeing its U.S. operations, as its chief financial officer in a major management reshuffle billed as ... -
Nigeria In lithium boom, many mines are illegal and children do much of the work
Growing demand for the lithium used in batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage has created a new frontier for mining in Nigeria. But it’s led ... -
1995 Riots break out in Brixton
Hundreds of black and white youths have taken to the streets of Brixton, in south London attacking police, ransacking shops and burning cars after the death ... -
A wordless Latvian cat parable about climate change is the year’s best animated movie
Of all the post-apocalyptic landscapes we’ve been treated to over the years, none is as beautiful nor peaceful as that of “Flow.” In Gints Zilbalodis’ wondrously ... -
CHVRCHES’ Lauren Mayberry makes feminist pop on debut solo album, ‘Vicious Creature’
Lauren Mayberry, frontwoman of the Scottish synth-pop band CHVRCHES, liberates herself from preconceptions on a punchy debut solo album, “Vicious Creature.” Mayberry’s striking voice has been ... -
A holistic journey like no other at a sanctuary of wellness
Nestled within the opulent Wynn Palace in Cotai, the EliteKinesio Medical Centre stands as a beacon of health and wellness, offering a unique blend of bespoke ... -
Australia plans to tax digital platforms that don’t pay for news
The Australian government said yesterday it will tax large digital platforms and search engines unless they agree to share revenue with Australian news media organizations. The ... -
UK spy agency releases annual Christmas card puzzle to uncover future codebreakers
What does a spy agency give for Christmas? How about a riddle wrapped in an enigma inside a mystery. GCHQ, Britain’s electronic and cyber-intelligence agency, this week ... -
How to protect your communications through encryption
After a sprawling hacking campaign exposed the communications of an unknown number of Americans, U.S. cybersecurity officials are advising people to use encryption in their communications. ... -
Friday, December 13, 2024 – edition no. 4625
* Archives building up — New Macau Historical Archives building to serve as centralized storage for government and historical records * New Boss | Sam emphasizes ... -
Small businesses seek more support amid economic recovery
As Macau’s economy gradually recovers, local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in smaller community districts are still experiencing considerable operational challenges, with many shops remaining vacant. ... -
Kun Iam Ecumenical Centre reopens with revitalized space for cultural tourism
The Kun Iam Ecumenical Centre officially reopened yesterday, offering a revitalized space for cultural tourism and experiences. The reopening ceremony was officiated by government officials and ... -
Macau eyes expanded role in GBA development
Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng has outlined Macau’s plans to enhance its role in the Greater Bay Area’s economic development and broader opening-up strategy during the ... -
Portugal’s new cybersecurity bill may impact greater China businesses
The proposed provisions of Portugal’s cybersecurity bill draft could disproportionately affect technology suppliers from specific regions, including Macau, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and mainland China, according to ... -
Former chairman of China Everbright jailed for 12 years
A former chairman of the state-owned bank China Everbright Group was jailed 12 years for embezzlement and bribery, official broadcaster CCTV said this week. Tang Shuangning, ... -
AL aims to improve judicial integration: Kou Hoi In
The president of the Legislative Assembly (AL), Kou Hoi In, is focused on enhancing judicial integration between Macau, Guangdong, and the Guangdong-Macau In-Depth Cooperation Zone in ... -
Warner Bros. Discovery and MGTO to unveil ‘Monumental Macao’
Monumental Macao,” a documentary exploring the region’s rich historical and cultural tapestry, was announced earlier this week. The documentary, produced by Warner Bros. Discovery in collaboration ... -
Lawyers Association re-elects Vong Hin Fai
Lawmaker Vong Hin Fai was re-elected for a second two-year term as president of the Macau Lawyers Association (AAM), securing 269 of 287 votes cast. The ... -
Subsidized medical services quota to increase
The Health Bureau said that there will be no reduction in the quota for subsidized medical services this year, with plans to increase the quota in ... -
PJ warns against toy syringes
The Judiciary Police (PJ) has strongly advised parents to take precautions with toy syringes amidst recent reports of the toy being sold on neighboring online shopping ... -
mFood adds fees for Handover Day holiday
mFood has announced additional fees for deliveries on Dec. 20, the public holiday commemorating the handover of Macau. According to the statement, an extra MOP10 will ... -
MPU inaugurates new academic building
The Macau Polytechnic University (MPU) officially inaugurated its new academic building Tuesday, with the new facility expected to enhance its research and teaching capacity as well ... -
‘Joy to the World’ event celebrates talents of special needs community
Nearly 400 individuals from five local associations supporting people with special needs recently gathered at the Macau Tower Convention and Entertainment Centre for the 25th edition ... -
More than functionality, experts advocate for leadership and social value
Industry experts have emphasized that while many products serve their intended purposes effectively, great design goes beyond mere functionality. Robert Brunner, founder of Ammunition and lead ... -
Galaxy sponsors national gold medalists’ visit to Macau
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) has served as the title sponsor for the “National Gold Medalists Visit to Macau – Vitality Walk 2024,” held from December 6 ... -
Four Seasons Hotel Macao unveils winter offerings
Four Seasons Hotel Macao has announced a series of festive experiences designed for guests this winter season. Highlights include the Winter Truffle Afternoon Tea at Xiao ... -
Soros’ Open Society Foundations say they remain focused on human rights
Despite years of internal turmoil and changes, Open Society Foundations wants those in the human rights sector to know their movements will still receive support from ... -
Macau 2049 – a performance showcases 8 wonders of chinese culture!
Following Director Zhang Yimou, step into Asia’s first dynamic high-tech theater and witness firsthand how director Zhang merge stage-of-the-art technology to interpret the essence of Chinese ... -
“National Gold Medalists Visit to Macau – Vitality Walk 2024” Presented by Galaxy Entertainment Group Successfully Concluded
To celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 25th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Macau SAR Government, ... -
Biden approves national security memo aimed at helping Trump on China
U.S. President Joe Biden has approved a new national security memorandum that is meant to serve as a roadmap for the incoming Trump administration as it ...
