Daily Archives: Thursday, January 16, 2025
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New visa policy boosts tourism but leaves retail spending uncertain
The new visa policy allowing mainland Chinese residents from Zhuhai and Hengqin easier access to Macau has led to a significant increase in border crossings, yet ... -
Philip Colbert’s iconic lobster artworks showcased throughout the city
Sands China has partnered with British pop artist Philip Colbert to bring his vibrant lobster art exhibition, titled “Coastal Fantasia: The Lobster King’s Vacation in Macau,” ... -
Secretaries meet associations to collect opinions ahead of policy presentation
The new government secretaries are preparing the policy address for 2025 (LAG25) and have been meeting with various associations to obtain their opinions on the priority ... -
CE calls on the media to further promote Macau’s success
The Chief Executive (CE), Sam Hou Fai, called on local media to “utilize further their credibility and influence to promote to the global community the significant ... -
US TikTok users flock to Chinese app in protest with TikTok ban looming
As the threat of a TikTok ban looms, U.S. TikTok users are flocking to the Chinese social media app Xiaohongshu – making it the top downloaded ... -
Govt expands EV charging infrastructure with new sockets in public parking lots
To improve air quality and meet the “Dual Carbon Target,” the Macau government is upgrading its electric vehicle infrastructure under the “Electric Vehicle Promotion Plan.” National ... -
Macau delegation attends CEFCO 2025
A delegation of 28 representatives from Macau’s exhibition industry recently participated in the “20th China Expo Forum for International Co-operation” (CEFCO 2025). The forum, themed “Gathering ... -
Community urges cooperation to tackle rodent infestation
Officials and community members are still expressing concern about rodent control efforts. In a recent episode of the TDM Forum, they convened to address the growing ... -
India’s navy launches submarine, warships to guard against China’s presence in Indian Ocean
India’s navy yesterday simultaneously launched a submarine, a destroyer and a frigate built at a state-run shipyard, underscoring the importance of protecting the Indian Ocean region ... -
Impeached President Yoon detained in massive law-enforcement effort
South Korea’s impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol was detained in a massive law enforcement operation at the presidential compound yesterday, defiantly insisting the anti-corruption agency didn’t ... -
Hamas OKs draft agreement of a Gaza ceasefire and the release of some hostages, officials say
Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages, two officials involved in the talks ... -
2001: DR Congo President Kabila shot
The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Laurent Kabila, is reported to be fighting for his life after being shot and seriously wounded by one ... -
Naomi Osaka advances, returning to the third round
Naomi Osaka thought for a few moments after losing a lopsided first set yesterday, and it gave her the perspective she needed to turn things around ... -
Haiti has one million displaced people, mostly from gang violence
The U.N. migration agency says internal displacement in Haiti, largely caused by gang violence, has tripled over the last year and now surpasses 1 million people ... -
British author Neil Gaiman denies ever engaging in non-consensual sex as more accusers come forward
Best-selling British author Neil Gaiman released a statement yesterday denying he had ever engaged in non-consensual sex after a magazine this week published allegations from several ... -
Three parties need to show shared wisdom
Addressing the Boao Forum for Asia New Year Outlook event for 2025 on Jan 8, Chinese Vice-Foreign Minister Sun Weidong reiterated Beijing’s view that to maintain ... -
Thursday, January 16, 2025 – edition no. 4643
* Mixed Blessing — Local businesses are concerned about a decline in tourists’ spending, despite a surge in cross-border travelers * Philip Colbert | ‘Lobsters’ ... -
Novak Djokovic breaks a tie with Roger Federer for the most Grand Slam matches in tennis history
Novak Djokovic added yet another record to his lengthy list, breaking a tie with Roger Federer for the most Grand Slam matches played in tennis history ...
