Monthly Archives: February 2025
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Ukraine’s rare earth elements could help keep US military aid flowing
Ukraine has offered to strike a deal with U.S. President Donald Trump for continued American military aid in exchange for developing Ukraine’s mineral industry, which could ... -
1991 US bombers strike civilians in Baghdad
Hundreds of Iraqi civilians have been killed and wounded in Baghdad by American bombers. Iraqi foreign minister Tariq Aziz said: “This was a criminal, pre-meditated, planned ... -
Bellingham strikes late for Real Madrid in 3-2 win at Man City in first leg playoff
Real Madrid’s Galacticos just don’t know when they are beaten. Manchester City just keep on making the same mistakes. Jude Bellingham’s stoppage-time goal sealed a stunning ... -
NASCAR drivers divided on new rule
A controversial new NASCAR rule designed for “world-class drivers” could give Helio Castroneves an automatic berth into the Daytona 500, and, should the four-time Indianapolis 500 ... -
Amateur treasure hunters unearth pieces of British history
When Malcolm Weale saw the tiny, dirt-covered object he’d unearthed in an English field, he knew it was something special. In his hand was a silver ... -
Turkmenistan reaches deal with Turkey to ship natural gas via Iran
Turkmenistan has struck a deal to ship natural gas to Turkey via Iran, a government daily reported yesterday [Macau time]. The official daily Neutral Tyrkmenistan said that ... -
David Tepper’s ‘Everything’ China trade has a new plot
The investing world has something new to think about this year: What to do when it’s becoming clear that China is pumping out products that consumers ... -
Thursday, February 13, 2025 – edition no. 4659
* Higher flights — Airport expects 8.5 million passengers this year, aims to expand flight connections; long-haul flights on the horizon * GBA |Zhuhai launches housing ... -
Property sector faces worst crisis in 40 years
The city’s property sector is grappling with its worst downturn in four decades, as house prices plummet to levels not seen since 2012, according to the ... -
‘Concert economy’ boosts real estate transactions in Old Taipa
Macau’s concert scene has had a significant impact on the local real estate market, according to Centaline Property. The number of concerts held in Macau has ... -
Associations urge free flu vaccines for domestic workers
Following two flu-related deaths in Macau, local associations are calling for domestic workers to be included in the free flu vaccination program, citing their critical role ... -
Wong Kit Cheng urges need to raise maternity leave to 90 days
Lawmaker Wong Kit Cheng has emphasized the urgent need to raise maternity leave benefits to 90 days, aligning with the same duration offered to civil servants, ... -
Postal services to the US resumed
Macau’s postal service, Correios e Telecomunicações (CTT), announced the full resumption of all mail services to the United States starting yesterday. This decision follows a brief ... -
DeepSeek’s meteoric rise sparks billion-dollar debate
In less than two years, DeepSeek—a Chinese startup that began as a side project—has become the subject of heated valuation debates across the global tech community. ... -
Macau ice hockey team ends participation with win over Bahrain
The local ice hockey team has ended its participation in the 9th Asian Winter Games, which are taking place in Harbin, China. Finishing 13th out of ... -
Elderly woman loses MOP1 million in scam
An elderly woman is suspected of falling victim to a fraud, resulting in a loss of MOP1.09 million. The Judiciary Police were alerted after bank staff ... -
O Lam calls for fostering international talent
The Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, O Lam, convened with senior officials from local higher education institutions to address the development of higher education and ... -
Mainland tourist drowns in Macau hotel pool
A 40-year-old woman from mainland China drowned in a hotel pool in Macau on Monday, despite emergency medical treatment. The Fire Services Bureau reported that she ... -
Lawmakers find new gov’t less ‘approachable’
Lawmakers have found Sam Hou Fai’s new government much more distant and less willing to listen to society’s opinions. José Pereira Coutinho told the media earlier ... -
Iran loosens import restrictions on foreign cars and iPhones, trying to mask its economic woes
All architecture student Amirhossein Azizi wanted for his 19th birthday was the latest iPhone — and for Iran’s cash-strapped theocracy, it was just the gift they ... -
Rainie Yang to perform at The Venetian Arena
Renowned Chinese pop singer Rainie Yang will perform on March 15 at The Venetian Arena, the gaming operator announced in a statement. The concert, titled “Rainie ... -
Michelin Guide Ceremony to be held in March
The Michelin Guide Ceremony will take place on March 13 at Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau, unveiling the 17th edition of the Michelin Guide Hong Kong ... -
Trump considering tariff exemptions on Australian steel and aluminum
U.S. President Donald Trump said he agreed to consider a tariff exemption on Australian steel and aluminum imports after a telephone call yesterday with Australia’s prime ... -
Top think tank lowers economic growth projection, citing Trump’s tariffs
South Korea’s top economic think tank slashed its growth forecast for the country’s economy for the second time in four months yesterday, expressing concern about the ... -
Marcos Jr. thanks Cambodia for pardoning 13 Filipino women convicted of illegal surrogacy
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. thanked Cambodia’s king yesterday for granting a royal pardon last year to 13 Filipino women who were convicted of illegally serving ... -
Trump signs order for plastic straws as he declares paper ones ‘don’t work’
President Donald Trump said yesterday [Macau time] he is banning federal use of paper straws, saying they “don’t work” and don’t last very long. Instead he ... -
1954 New authority for atomic energy
A new body has been established to control the production and development of atomic energy in the UK. The Atomic Energy Authority Bill was introduced in ... -
Doncic makes his Lakers debut, quickly connects with LeBron in a 132-113 win over Utah
Luka Doncic was the last starter introduced by the Los Angeles Lakers, an honor normally reserved for LeBron James. When Doncic jogged into the spotlight on ... -
Busy week ahead with top matchups in women’s college basketball
It’s a busy week ahead in women’s basketball with a few top matchups on the schedule that may go a long way in determining conference regular ... -
Most nations miss deadline for plans to fight climate change. UN says take your time to do it right
Nearly 200 nations faced a Monday (yesterday, Macau time) deadline to file what the United Nations’ climate chief calls “among the most important policy documents governments ... -
Recent aviation disasters cause fears about the safety of flying
The spate of recent aviation disasters and close calls have people worried about the safety of flying. The midair collision that killed 67 near Washington, the ... -
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 – edition no. 4658
* Property crisis — Sector faces biggest slump in 40 years * Property | ‘Concert economy’ boosts transactions in Old Taipa * Health | Associations urge ... -
Macau recognized as one of Asia’s top walkable cities
Macau has been recognized as one of Asia’s top nine walkable cities by the travel website Skyscanner, praised for its compact size and 517 attractions. However, ... -
Casino revenue growth forecast slashed by Citi amid US tariff impact
Citigroup has sharply reduced its 2025 growth forecast for Macau casino gross gaming revenue (GGR), citing disappointing Chinese New Year (CNY) gambling volume and the implementation ...
