Monthly Archives: December 2024
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Taiwan wants China to end its military activity in nearby waters
Taiwan demanded yesterday that China end its ongoing military activity in nearby waters, which it said is unilaterally undermining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait ... -
Ex-defense chief tried to kill himself after being arrested over martial law
South Korea’s previous defense minister was stopped from attempting suicide while in detention over last week’s martial law declaration, officials said yesterday, as President Yoon Suk ... -
Israeli strikes on Gaza kill at least 29, Palestinian medics say
Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip killed at least 29 people overnight and into yesterday, including one that hit a home where displaced people were sheltering ... -
1967 Stones guitarist escapes jail for drugs
Rolling Stones guitarist Brian Jones has had a nine month jail sentence overturned at the Court of Appeal in London. He has been ordered instead to ... -
GBA Rugby Tournament Marks SAR 25th Anniversary
The International School (TIS) and Macau Rugby organised the first Greater Bay Junior Touch Rugby Competition at the weekend, which was held at the TIS playing ... -
Former England player Voyce feared dead after car went into a river
Former England rugby international Tom Voyce is missing and feared dead after his car was recovered from a flood-swollen river, police said yesterday [Macau time]. Northumbria ... -
Pep Guardiola hints he could become a national team coach
Pep Guardiola has given a clear indication of his plans after Manchester City, saying he would not want to start again at another club. The Catalan ... -
A New Zealander studied for a year to win the Spanish world Scrabble title
A New Zealand man playing his first-ever competitive Scrabble game in Spanish, a language he doesn’t speak, has won the board game’s Spanish-language world title — ... -
Ang Lee to receive DGA Lifetime Achievement Award
Ang Lee, the protean filmmaker of “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” and “Brokeback Mountain,” will receive the Directors Guild of America’s lifetime achievement award. The guild announced ... -
Light exercise can yield significant cognitive benefits, new research shows
Everyday physical activity, like going for a short walk or playing with the kids, may provide short-term benefits for cognitive health, equivalent to reversing four years ... -
Thursday, December 12, 2024 – edition no. 4624
* Small businesses, big troubles — Small businesses seek more and more diversified support amid economic recovery * Culture & Tourism |Kun Iam Ecumenical Centre reopens ... -
Experience the Thrill of 2024 MGM Macau Tennis Masters this Holiday Season
Looking for an extraordinary holiday experience filled with excitement and tennis stars? The “2024 MGM Macau Tennis Masters” is the adrenaline-fueled event you should not miss. ... -
Chamber raises concerns over cybersecurity bill draft
The Portugal China Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCILC) has expressed concerns over the Portuguese government’s cybersecurity bill draft, noting that provisions could unfairly restrict technology ... -
Industry agencies see rise in int’l travels this Christmas
Travel agencies are seeing an uptick in international travel for the Christmas season. This increase reflects a growing desire among travelers to explore global destinations during ... -
EASL to deepen GBA commitment through basketball
The East Asia Super League (EASL) and Melco Resorts & Entertainment (Melco) are co-hosting the Macau Classic today, solidifying the Greater Bay Area’s (GBA) aim to ... -
Nvidia’s stock dips after probe into alleged anti-monopoly violations
Shares of Nvidia fell yesterday after China said it is investigating the high-flying U.S. microchip company over suspected violations of Chinese anti-monopoly laws. In a brief ... -
Guangdong-Macau trade reaches RMB15.88b in first 10 months
Guangdong Province plans to strengthen trade and industrial integration with the SAR, as trade between Guangdong and Macau reached 15.88 billion yuan in the first 10 ... -
Hengqin hospital sees around 80 daily patients from Macau
The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University Hengqin Hospital has been operational for nearly a year, witnessing a steady rise in outpatient and emergency visits, ... -
Police investigate MOP730,000mattress purchase scam
In just two days, police have reported six cases of fraudulent mattress and bed frame purchases, totaling MOP730,000. Shop owners reported losses between MOP10,000 and MOP310,000 ... -
MOP500,000 rental fee for outdoor venue
The Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, Elsie Ao Ieong, has approved a maximum daily fee of MOP500,000 for the use of the outdoor performance area ... -
MoU signed for Hengqin cargo terminal project
AMemorandum of Understanding for the implementation of Hengqin Upstream Cargo Terminal Project was signed earlier this week, according to the Macau International Airport Company Limited (CAM). ... -
‘I hope that Macau’s supportive educational environment will instill a love for [all] subjects’
Dear Editor, This is in response to your Front Page [headline] “Math Genius” and the follow-up piece “MACAU’S P4 STUDENTS EXCEL IN MATH AND SCIENCE IN ... -
Macau products shine at AsiaPac food expo 2024
Local companies at the Asia Pacific Food Expo 2024 reported doubled sales and over 50 successful business negotiations. The event, held from December 6 to 9, ... -
UNESCO UNITWIN conference highlights heritage in tourism
The 8th UNESCO UNITWIN Conference, themed, “World Heritage as Resilience for Tourism Recovery,” recentlu took place in Zhuhai, marking the 50th anniversary of the World Heritage ... -
World Stamp Exhibition in Macau in 2026
The Specialized World Stamp Exhibition will take place in Macau for the first time in 2026, and will be held at Venetian Macao Conference & Exhibition ... -
Macau faces threat to economic dominance amid Thailand’s potential gaming legalization
Macau’s casino-dependent economy could face significant challenges as Thailand moves to legalize gaming and Macau struggles to develop new non-gaming attractions, according to two industry analysts ... -
GDP per capita could reach USD75,000 in 2024
Macau is projected to finish 2024 with a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita exceeding USD75,000 or more, a notable increase from the USD69,000 recorded last ... -
Exports slow, imports decline in November, falling below forecasts
China’s exports slowed in November and its imports declined, falling below forecasts and underscoring potential weakness in trade at a time when its leaders are striving ... -
Prosecutors seek to arrest ex-defense minister over imposition of martial law
South Korean prosecutors are seeking to formally arrest the former defense minister alleged to have colluded with President Yoon Suk Yeol in imposing martial law last ... -
Exploring Macau Through the Artworks of cAI™, AI Model by renowned contemporary Artist Cai Guo-Qiang
In a realm where art meets artificial intelligence, imagine the possibilities as you co-create and resonate with an “AI artist”, embracing this novel chapter in art. ... -
Israeli warplanes pound Syria as troops advance deeper into the country
Israel carried out a wave of heavy airstrikes across Syria as its troops advanced deeper into the country, drawing to within 25 kilometers of the capital, ... -
1941 Germany and Italy declare war on US
Germany and Italy have announced they are at war with the United States. America immediately responded by declaring war on the two Axis powers. Three days ... -
New Zealand plans to outlaw Greyhound racing
New Zealand plans to outlaw greyhound racing because too many dogs are hurt or killed, the government said yesterday, spelling an end to the practice in ... -
New Jersey fines sports betting firms for taking bets after games had already ended
It doesn’t happen all that often, but when it does, it can seem like a dream come true for sports gamblers: being able to bet on ... -
Tyson faces $1.5 million lawsuit over alleged contract violation
Mike Tyson has been sued for more than $1.5 million by a Cyprus-based company that claims the former heavyweight boxing champion wrongfully broke a promotional contract ...
