Daily Archives: Thursday, February 27, 2025
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Synergy of Macau urges CE to show ‘courage’ in tackling pressing issues
The Synergy of Macau Association claims that the new Chief Executive (CE), Sam Hou Fai, needs “courage” to address the issues currently troubling society. In an ... -
Chief firefighter allegedly falsified attendance records
The Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) has uncovered a case involving a chief of an operational post at the Fire Services Bureau (CB) who allegedly falsified attendance ... -
US memorandum poses challenges for city’s cross-border investments and tech collaborations
The memorandum titled “America First Investment Policy” (AFIP) may cause some impact in Macau, mostly related to gaming companies’ cross-border investments and challenges to technology collaborations ... -
Man found dead with feet tied in Coloane
Authorities yesterday are investigating the death of a 61-year-old man whose charred body was discovered in a burned apartment in Coloane, with his feet tied. A ... -
Pakistan’s transgender community finds hope and dignity at a culinary school
For transgender students involved in a very special project at a culinary school in Pakistan, there is more to a class than just learning the art ... -
Injured toddler returns home after Taichung gas explosion
The two-year-old girl who suffered severe head injuries in the Taichung gas explosion has returned to Macau on a medical plane yesterday, according to Taiwanese media ... -
External trade drops 11% in January
Macau’s external merchandise trade fell by 11.2% year-over-year to MOP11.90 billion in January 2025, according to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). While exports edged up ... -
Airport to improve traffic processing system
The Civil Aviation Authority (AACM) has announced that Macau International Airport is replacing its Air Traffic Services Information Processing System. The upgrade, aimed at improving connectivity ... -
Public hospital to host health education lectures
The Conde de S. Januário Hospital (CHCJS) will offer a series of thematic health education lectures throughout March, focusing on various medical topics. Expert nurses will ... -
Gov’t demolishes ruined building warning property owners of responsibilities
The government recently demolished a dilapidated building on Avenida do Conselheiro Ferreira de Almeida after its roof collapsed, posing a significant threat to public safety. The ... -
Cultural Fund receives five applications for historic building renovations
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) announced that the Cultural Development Fund (FDC) has received five applications for the second round of the 2024 “Financial Support Plan ... -
MGM China seeks USD2 billion loan for refinancing: reports
MGM China Holdings Ltd. is reportedly in talks to secure a syndicated loan of approximately USD2 billion, marking its first such borrowing since the onset of ... -
Lawmaker advocates AI-driven psychological support services
Lawmaker Lam Lon Wai is urging the government to develop an artificial intelligence (AI)-based psychological support platform, leveraging technologies like DeepSeek and big data technology to ... -
First Emirates pilot recruitment roadshow in Macau
Emirates will hold its first-ever pilot recruitment roadshows in Macau on March 6 and 7, aiming to attract experienced pilots as part of the airline’s ... -
Filming accident leads to suspension of project permit
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) has suspended the filming permit for a project following a traffic accident earlier this week that injured 12 crew members. The ... -
TIS hosts international community art exhibition
The International School of Macao (TIS) recently hosted the International Community Art Exhibition, featuring student artwork from TIS, Macau Anglican College (MAC), and School of the ... -
L’attitude at City of Dreams unveils revamped menu
L’attitude at City of Dreams officially launched its new chapter last week, unveiling a refreshed identity with a brand-new menu and a new head chef. As ... -
Stress and fear roil a tiny, rapidly militarizing Japanese island near Taiwan
This tiny island on Japan’s western frontier has no chain convenience stores. Nature lovers can dive with hammerhead sharks and watch miniature horses graze on a ... -
Southwest Airlines flight abruptly rises to avoid another plane crossing Chicago runway
Pilots on a Southwest Airlines flight attempting to land at Chicago’s Midway Airport were forced to climb back into the sky to avoid another aircraft crossing ... -
1963 Argoud charged over de Gaulle plot
Antoine Argoud, President De Gaulle’s arch enemy and a former colonel in the French Army, has been charged with an assassination attempt on the president two ... -
China to step in?
If US attempts World Bank retreat, the China-led AIIB could be poised to step in – and provide a model of global cooperation Donald Trump’s animosity ... -
Matildas condemn misogynistic comments by radio host about Australian women’s soccer team
The Matildas joined in the heavy criticism yesterday of a commercial radio host’s misogynistic and crass comments about Australia’s national women’s soccer team. The host has ... -
Cuba’s cigar fair showcases humidors as the new object of desire
Cuba’s legendary cigars, hand-rolled from the finest tobacco leaves, have long captivated connoisseurs, and now a growing number of enthusiasts recognize the vital importance of humidors, ... -
The main ingredients in Sierra Leone’s kush are synthetic opioids and cannabinoids, report finds
A new report released yesterday [Macau time] by an anti-transnational crime group has identified the core chemical components of kush, a synthetic drug that has swept ... -
A Chinese Alternative to the Magnificent Seven has arrived
A strong conviction trade is being shaken. As international stocks are outperforming this year, global investors are asking if their faith in US exceptionalism has gone ... -
Thursday, February 27, 2025 – edition no. 4669
* Association calls for ‘courage’ — Synergy of Macau urges CE to show ‘courage’ in tackling pressing issues in governance * Civil Protectionm | Chief firefighter ...
