Yearly Archives: 2024
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Afghan women cannot pray loudly or recite in front of other women
Afghan women are forbidden from praying loudly or reciting the Quran in front of other women, according to a Taliban government minister. It’s the latest restriction ... -
Trump muddies an already-chaotic debate in China
They might have to meet again. As President Xi Jinping decides on the size of China’s stimulus package, he has to consider the possibility that Donald ... -
Thursday, October 31, 2024 – edition no. 4597
*Gen Z redefines affluence — Generation Z, those born between 1997 and 2012, is emerging as a significant force in high-net-worth consumption, according to expert * ... -
Network grows with opening of Seac Pai Van Line on Nov. 1
Macau’s Light Rapid Transit (LRT) system is set to expand its reach, with the official opening of the Seac Pai Van Line on Nov. 1. This ... -
Inbound package tour visitors up 101.2%, outbound travel by residents climbs
Macau’s tourism sector has shown strong signs of recovery in the first three quarters of 2024, with a significant surge in inbound package tour visitors, particularly ... -
DSAT claims new taxis are on the way
In response to several media reports highlighting the slow rollout of the 500 new taxis from the recent licensing tender held in mid-May, the Transport Bureau ... -
Unemployment remains stable; concerns remain for fresh graduates
Macau’s unemployment rate has remained stable in the third quarter of this year, according to data from the Statistics and Census Service. However, some scholars are ... -
Lei Chan U wants further review of the Labor Law
Lawmaker Lei Chan U has called on the Chief Executive-elect Sam Hou Fai to prioritize the fulfilment of his political agenda, which includes measures to increase ... -
ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming tops China’s rich list
ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming tops the list of China’s richest people, according to the Hurun Research Institute, although many of them have seen their net worth ... -
‘Aoqin’ travel incentive program accepting applications until March 2025
The ‘Aoqin’ Travel Incentive Program is now open for applications, with a deadline set for March 31, 2025. This initiative aims to boost tourism and cross-border ... -
Conclusion of MICAF Fun Day – Arts Carnival
Macau’s first International Children’s Arts Festival concluded with the MICAF Fun Day – Arts Carnival, attracting 63,000 attendees over two weekends from Aug. 23 to Sept. ... -
UC and UM to Launch Joint PhD Program in Health
The University of Coimbra (UC) and the University of Macau (UM) plan to launch a jointly supervised PhD program in health by 2025 or 2026, according ... -
Franchise industry seeks enhanced regulation
The local franchise sector is advocating for improved regulations to streamline operations and foster growth in the Macau market. The Macau Chain Stores and Franchise Association ... -
Family disputes arbitration bill passed on the first reading
The Legislative Assembly (AL) has passed the first reading of a new bill establishing an arbitration and mediation scheme for family disputes. The bill aims to ... -
Gastronomic delights await at Broadway Food Festival
The Broadway Macau Food Festival is showcasing over 30 culinary stalls that blend Macau’s rich heritage with modern gastronomic trends. Running every Friday to Sunday until ... -
Authorities warn of new phishing scams
Residents are being warned to remain vigilant against a series of new scams targeting personal and financial information. The Public Administration and Civil Service Bureau (SAFP) ... -
External merchandise trade down 8.4% over first three quarters
Information from the Statistics and Census Service indicated that external merchandise trade totaled MOP105.20 billion in the first three quarters of 2024. The sum represents a ... -
MGM holds first-ever GBA history competition
“The First MGM Cup: Greater Bay Area Secondary School History Knowledge Competition” was organized by the Macao Association for Historical Education to promote Chinese history and ... -
Lisboeta Macau celebrates ‘Team Member of the Quarter’ in award ceremony
Lisboeta Macau held its third quarter team member party and “Team Member of the Quarter” award ceremony yesterday. Held to acknowledge the outstanding contributions of their ... -
Beijing’s ready to launch the next crew to its orbiting station today
China said all systems are ready to launch the next crew to its orbiting space station early today, the latest mission to make the country a ... -
Treasury issues rule to block US investors from helping China develop military tech
The U.S. Treasury Department, seeking to keep the Chinese military from gaining an edge in advanced technologies, issued a rule yesterday [Macau time] to restrict and monitor ... -
River and air pollution in Delhi pose a severe health threat to residents
One of India’s most sacred rivers, the Yamuna in New Delhi, is covered with white toxic foam, with vast sections frothing as a result of pollutants ... -
Albanese defends himself from an accusation that he asked for free flight upgrades
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese yesterday said he had always “acted in a transparent and appropriate way” after a new book claimed that he had repeatedly ... -
N.Korea sends FM to Russia as its troops train to fight in Ukraine
North Korea said yesterday its top diplomat is visiting Russia, in another sign of their deepening relations as rival South Korea and Western nations say the ... -
1957 Lords to admit first women peers
The Government has unveiled plans to reform the House of Lords which include admitting women for the first time. Under the scheme, male and female life ... -
Spaniards Rodri and Bonmatí win Ballon d’Or award, Real Madrid snubs event
Spanish midfielders Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí won the men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or award yesterday [Macau time] as the world’s best soccer players, while Real Madrid ... -
The statistics show how badly Manchester United struggled under ten Hag
Manchester United, the record 20-time English champion, is searching for a sixth permanent manger since the retirement of Alex Ferguson in 2013 following the firing of ... -
As Halloween approaches, tourists visit a home with a gruesome past
Lizzie Borden took an axe, and gave her mother 40 whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father 41.” That rhyme has ... -
McDonald’s value meals turn around US sales in third quarter with customers hungry for deals
Value meals helped turn around McDonald’s U.S. sales in the third quarter with customers smarting from higher prices all over, but that recovery could be dented ... -
Duterte’s jarring testimony into drug killings relives a nightmare for many
The cockiness, expletives and threats unleashed by former President Rodrigo Duterte in a Senate inquiry brought back the nightmare of the bloody “war on drugs” for ... -
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 – edition no. 4596
* Metro to near Coloane — Network grows with the opening of the Seac Pai Van line on Friday, linking Taipa to Coloane with a stop ... -
Cotai’s outdoor concert venue prepares for trial concerts
Deland Leong, President of the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC), has announced plans for trial concerts at the new outdoor performance area in Cotai, which will accommodate ... -
Talent committee’s new strategies to attract top talent
The Talent Development Committee held its second plenary meeting of the year Monday, with Chairman and Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng presiding over the proceedings. During ... -
Lawmakers share aspirations on gov’t priorities
Several lawmakers in the Legislative Assembly have shared their aspirations and ambitions regarding what they believe should be the priority areas for the new government, led ... -
Hengqin residents satisfied with living environment
A recent survey by the Guangdong-Macau In-depth Cooperation Zone Statistics Bureau indicated nearly 77% of Hengqin residents are satisfied with their living environment. This positive sentiment ...
