Yearly Archives: 2024
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International Criminal Court reports Mongolia to its oversight body for failing to arrest Putin
A panel of judges at the International Criminal Court reported Mongolia to the court’s oversight organization yesterday for failing to arrest Russian President Vladimir Putin when he visited ... -
Your next favorite story won’t be written by AI – but it could be someday
Stories define people – they shape our relationships, cultures and societies. Unlike other skills replaced by technology, storytelling has remained uniquely human, setting people apart from ... -
Friday, October 25, 2024 – edition no. 4593
* Taxi driver gets younger — Taxi violations are down 94% from pre-pandemic, with young people now representing 30-40% of drivers * Taste of Edesia ... -
Zone D landfill begins preliminary work
Preliminary landfill work has begun for Zone D of the New Urban Landfills in Taipa, according to the Public Works Bureau (DSOP). The work includes new ... -
China to issue RMB5 billion in treasury bonds in Macau
China’s Ministry of Finance announced yesterday that it will issue RMB5 billion in renminbi-denominated treasury bonds in Macau on Oct. 30. The issuance coincides with the ... -
26 million visited Macau in the first nine months
A total of 25,920,914 visitors entered Macau in the first three quarters of this year, according to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). This is an ... -
Raffles Macau celebrates luxury unveiling ‘Long Bar’
The recent event, “A Celebration of Raffles Luxury,” marked a significant collaboration between Accor Group’s Raffles Hotel and Galaxy Macau. The event introduced the all-suite property, ... -
Former MCB president pleads not guilty in fraud trial
The trial against Yau Wai Chu, the former president of Macau Chinese Bank (MCB), continued in the court of first instance, with the defendant once again ... -
BRICS creates new opportunities for Africa
At the ongoing BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, the leaders of BRICS member states are focusing on strengthening strategic partnerships and enhancing the grouping’s role in ... -
Macao Yearbook 2024 released in three languages
The Government Information Bureau (GCS) yesterday officially launched the electronic edition of the Macao Yearbook 2024. This comprehensive resource provides crucial insights into the region’s political, ... -
Albergue SCM hosts 10th Halloween party this weekend
The Círculo dos Amigos da Cultura de Macau (CAC) will host the 10th Halloween Albergue SCM this weekend to celebrate the festive season. The event will ... -
IIM and Mandarina launch book at Lusofonia Festival
The International Institute of Macau (IIM) and children’s publisher Mandarina will launch a new children’s book, “Little Explorers – A Place of Discoveries,” during the Lusofonia ... -
Authorities found 46 alleged illegal workers in September
In September, joint operations by the Public Security Police Force (PSP) and the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) led to significant actions against illegal work. Authorities inspected ... -
Passport holders to enjoy Kazakhstan visa-free access
Starting today, holders of Macau-issued passports will be allowed to enter Kazakhstan without a visa and remain in the Central Asian country for up to 14 ... -
3,000 tobacco law violations detected
Authorities have found over 3,000 instances of tobacco laws being broken between January and September, according to numbers from the Department of Health. Restaurants and casinos ... -
Investing in environmental sustainability in forum debate
The Macau Institute for Corporate Social Responsibility in Greater China (MICSRGC) is hosting a forum on Innovative & Sustainable Finance & Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) ... -
Lee bars services like WhatsApp and Google Drive from government computers
The Hong Kong government is barring most civil servants from using popular apps like WhatsApp, WeChat and Google Drive on their work computers due to potential ... -
Storm-triggered floods spark frantic calls to rescue trapped people
Torrential rain set off by an approaching tropical storm swamped eastern Philippine cities and towns overnight in widespread flooding that trapped people, some on their roofs, ... -
How a nearly extinct crocodile species returned from the brink
A tiny snout poked out to widen the crack of the slowly shattering eggshell. The Siamese crocodile was taking its time, lagging others that had already ... -
Russia and Iran may fuel violent protests post-elections: intel
Russia and Iran may try to encourage violent protests in the U.S. after next month’s election, senior intelligence officials warned yesterday [Macau time] in a declassified ... -
1986 UK cuts links with Syria over bomb plot
The UK government has broken off diplomatic relations with Syria following revelations of official complicity in Nezar Hindawi’s plot to blow up an El Al airliner. ... -
Nelly Korda has all but wrapped up LPGA player of the year
The case for LPGA Tour player of the year could be compelling if it were decided by a vote of the players instead of a points ... -
PSG struggling to impress and the new format could prove helpful
PSG 1, PSV Eindhoven 1 Three games. One win. No goals from the forwards. Judging by Paris Saint-Germain’s performances so far, the revamped Champions League format ... -
Fresh tension grips Bangladesh as student demand president’s resignation
Political tension in Bangladesh was growing anew on Wednesday after a leading student group called for the country’s figurehead president to resign over comments he made ... -
Sri Lanka police raise security at popular surf site over threat to Israelis
Police in Sri Lanka have raised security around a popular surfing destination after receiving information about a possible threat to Israeli travelers, a spokesperson said yesterday. Police spokesperson ... -
Driving forces behind China’s high-quality, cost-effective Evs
The rise of Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) is undoubtedly a historic event reshaping the landscape of the global auto industry. Chinese automotive manufacturers now produce over ... -
Thursday, October 24, 2024 – edition no. 4592
* ‘D’ new Macau zone — Zone D landfill preliminary work commences. Officials expect these works to be concluded by the end of the year * ... -
Local voices discuss and share competition in cross-border deals
Local businesses in residential neighborhoods have struggled over the past year as more residents opt to spend their money across the border on the mainland. The ... -
Program to keep seven races by adding SAR Establishment Cup
The 71st Macau Grand Prix will continue to feature a seven-race program this year with the inclusion of a special “Macao SAR Establishment Cup” celebrating the ... -
Gaming concessionaires account for 42% of GP budget
The six local gaming concessionaires will continue to support the Macau Grand Prix event by their sponsorship of it. During yesterday’s Macau Grand Prix Organizing Committee ... -
Mainland holds live-fire drills opposite Taiwan
China is holding live-fire drills off the coast of its southern Fujian province facing Taiwan, just a week after a massive air-and-sea drill it called punishment ... -
Landmark gazetteer series launches
The “Macao Gazetteer Series: Book of Geography” was officially launched on Oct. 21, at the University of Macau, marking a significant cultural milestone for the region. ... -
Direct baggage drop-off to HKIA expanded to 21 airlines
The service allowing passengers from Macau to check in their baggage at the Macau Port of Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge (HKZMB) while traveling abroad via the Hong ... -
Guangdong and Macau promote telecom cooperation
Guangdong and Macau officials met Tuesday to discuss ways to promote telecommunications sector development. The Guangdong delegation, led by the Communist Party Secretary of the Guangdong ... -
Macau delegation examines Singapore traffic system
The International Logistics and Transportation Association Macau branch recently concluded a five-day field trip to Singapore, where they observed the city-state’s advanced road transportation network and ...
