Yearly Archives: 2024
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Macau Pass launches card for mainland rides
To support the travel and employment needs of Macau residents to mainland China, the Macau Pass company has launched the “Macau Pass – National Pass Card” ... -
MGTO warns residents on travel to S. Korea
The South Korean government declared martial law Dec. 3, only to lift it the following morning, prompting concerns among travelers, particularly from Macau. In response, Cheng ... -
MGTO projects busy festive season
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has expressed optimism about the city’s tourism outlook, noting most visitors plan short stays. Although specific hotel occupancy rates for ... -
Man accused of sexually harassing student
A non-resident worker in his 30s has been transferred to the Public Prosecutions Office for allegedly sexually harassing an adult female student while intoxicated. Police yesterday ... -
A must-see residency – Macau 2049 – Fusion of technology and art you can never miss
7 years of waiting for a chance to unfold MGM brand-new residency, internal renowned director Zhang Yimou and MGM join forces to present a show of ... -
Philippines says Chinese coast guard fired water cannons, sideswiped its patrol vessel
Chinese coast guard vessels backed by navy ships fired powerful water cannons and blocked and sideswiped a Philippine patrol vessel yesterday at a disputed shoal in ... -
FBI tells telecom firms to boost security following ‘Chinese hacking campaign’
U.S. federal authorities yesterday [Macau time] urged telecommunication companies to boost network security following a “sprawling Chinese hacking campaign that gave officials in Beijing access to ... -
Biden says the US is ‘all in’ on Africa during his visit meant to counter China
Speaking of “our nation’s original sin,” President Joe Biden yesterday [Macau time] toured a slavery museum in Angola and inspected shackles and a whip but also ... -
1991 Maxwell business empire faces bankruptcy
Administrators have been called in to try to salvage the Maxwell business empire, which is at least £1bn in debt. At 1100 GMT two sons of ... -
Senegalese artisans in the spotlight as they exhibit for the first time
For the artistic and cultural elites of Senegal, the monthlong Dakar Biennale of Contemporary African Arts is a celebratory moment. Every two years, hundreds of artists, ... -
Vardy helps Van Nistelrooy to first win with Leicester
Leicester 3, West Ham 1 It was a fine first win for Ruud van Nistelrooy, and perhaps one final defeat for Julen Lopetegui. Leicester marked Van ... -
Philadelphia ready to go the distance with RockyFest week
Rocky Balboa fans are ready to go the distance — by bus, by ice skates, by 72 steps — to honor Philly’s favorite fictional fighter almost ... -
Canadian minister says Trump was joking when he said Canada could become the 51st state
President-elect Donald Trump was joking when he suggested Canada become the 51st U.S. state during a dinner with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, a Canadian minister who attended ... -
Washington abusing restrictive measures
In a strongly worded statement, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce excoriated the United States for engaging in unilateral bullying behavior, saying that it “talks a good ... -
Thursday, December 5, 2024 – edition no. 4620
* Math genius — Macau Grade Four students have excelled in mathematics, according to an international study * Jason Wordie’s book | From back alleys to ... -
Canidrome revamp only starts 2025
The transformation of the former Yat Yuen Canidrome into the so-called “citizens’ sports park” will begin next year, the Secretary for Transport and Public Works, Raimundo ... -
André Cheong: F&B establishments gaining from simplified licensing processes
The Secretary for Administration and Justice, André Cheong, has claimed food and beverage establishments (F&B) are already benefiting from the simplified system for licensing applications and ... -
Macau International Regatta to set sail in January
The 2025 MGM Macao International Regatta will bring global sailing talent to Macau’s waters next month. Featuring a championship-level competition, the event is expected to draw ... -
International Short Film Festival to feature 121 films and music videos
The International Short Film Festival kicked off yesterday at Teatro Capitol, running from Dec. 3 to Dec. 10. Organized by the Institute of European Studies of ... -
Sam Hou Fai pledges integrity and broad vision in leadership
Macau’s Chief Executive-elect, Sam Hou Fai, has vowed to uphold integrity and serve the public’s interests as he prepares to take office. With nearly 25 years ... -
Beijing bans exports to US in response to chip sanctions
China announced yesterday it is banning exports to the United States of gallium, germanium, antimony and other key high-tech materials with potential military applications, as a ... -
Council pledges to establish robust framework to protect intangible heritage
The Cultural Heritage Council convened its sixth plenary meeting of the year yesterday, chaired by Deland Leong, president of the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC). The meeting ... -
DSAL hosting targeted job fair with 154 vacancies
To assist unemployed residents to meet sector demands, the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) and the Macau Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM) will host three job matching ... -
Carbon monoxide poisoning case reported
The Health Bureau confirmed a case of carbon monoxide poisoning involving a 10-year-old girl in the Kuan Ieng Building on Dec. 1. The girl lost consciousness ... -
CE: People’s Liberation Army is Macau’s ‘iron wall’
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Macau Garrison celebrated its service to the SAR for the last 25 years yesterday. In a speech marking a quarter century ... -
Reflections on the Macau GP: from vision to victory
The Macau Grand Prix has been a cornerstone of international motorsport since its inception in 1954. The annual race continues to captivate racing enthusiasts with its ... -
Resident deposits increase to MOP761b
The Monetary Authority of Macao has reported continued growth in broad money supply for October. The currency in circulation and demand deposits rose 0.1% and 2.5%, ... -
Police uncover loan sharking operation
During an investigation into illegal loan sharking, the police have uncovered two separate cases at the same illegal hotel, rescuing two gamblers and arresting four mainland ... -
Studio City launches Winter-Fun Wonderland
Studio City has launched its Winter-Fun Wonderland. Set to run from Nov. 30 until Jan. 5, 2025, the property has transformed into a fairytale holiday destination ... -
Galaxy announces festive hotel and dining offers
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) announced a series of hotel and dining offers available from Dec. 1 for this festive season. These initiatives aim to foster a ... -
Aspiring civil servants see their odds improve
The competition intensity among people vying to be civil servant recruits was eased a bit this year as many candidates didn’t show up for the writing ... -
Biden plans to tout US investments and visit a slavery museum
Joe Biden is using the first visit to Angola by a U.S. president to promote Washington’s investments in the sub-Sahara African nation and see a slavery ... -
1961 Birth control pill ‘available to all’
Women who wish to have oral contraception will now be able to get it on the National Health Service. The Health Minister, Enoch Powell, made an ... -
They fled war in Sudan. But they haven’t been able to flee the hunger
For months, Aziza Abrahim fled from one village in Sudan to the next as people were slaughtered. Yet the killing of relatives and her husband’s disappearance ... -
Saudi Arabia’s network of spending, influence detailed before getting 2034 WC
Saudi Arabia’s growing influence and massive spending in global sports ahead of being confirmed by FIFA as the 2034 World Cup host was detailed yesterday [Macau ...
