Monthly Archives: February 2025
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IC presents acclaimed play by Anton Chekhov
Chekhov’s theatrical classic “The Cherry Orchard” will be staged on April 4 and April 5 at the Macao Cultural Centre’s Grand Auditorium, the Cultural Affairs Bureau ... -
Public library visitors up by 9% y-o-y
Macau’s public libraries logged a total of 2.7 million visitors in 2024, indicating a growth of 9% year-on-year, according to data from the Cultural Affairs Bureau ... -
City records 27% increase in visitor arrivals in January
Macau welcomed 3,646,561 visitors in January 2025, reflecting a 27.4% year-on-year increase, according to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). Same-day visitors rose 45.6% to 2,155,279, ... -
Health Officials warn of continued influenza and gastrointestinal infections in Spring
The Health Bureau (SSM) has reported a 29.1% influenza positivity rate, reflecting a slight decrease in cases since the Spring Festival holiday. However, officials stress that ... -
MPay among first three global e-wallets to support Huawei watch
A wearable payment technology was recently introduced in Macau, representing a development in the local digital payment landscape. As reported by China Daily, Huawei announced a ... -
New Classics: Aux Beaux Arts Redefines French Dining at MGM MACAU
French gastronomy is entering a bold new era at MGM MACAU, where Aux Beaux Arts unveils its “New Classics” — a visionary reimagining of brasserie-style dining. ... -
Macau toddler injured in explosion shows signs of improvement
The two-year-old girl from Macau, critically injured in a gas explosion at a Taichung shopping mall last week, is showing gradual improvement. The child, who underwent ... -
Gaming revenue faces modest decline in February
The city’s gambling revenue for February is projected to range between MOP18.3 billion and MOP19.4 billion, with analysts forecasting a year-on-year change of -1% to +5%, ... -
Unsung Heroes Behind our Clawsome Lobsters
Did you know that the lobster is an animal that mates for life, thus symbolising love and eternity? You probably do know that Sands China and ... -
What’s the key to surviving a plane crash? Skilled crew, strong seats and wings that detach
After watching videos of a Delta Air Lines jet catch fire upon landing and flip over on a Toronto runway, it’s fair to wonder how anyone ... -
MGM partners with Air Macau to enhance in-flight dining
Macau-based hospitality group MGM has teamed up with Air Macau to introduce an upgraded in-flight dining experience for business-class passengers. The collaboration showcases culinary expertise from ... -
Chef Marino D’Antonio joins 8½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana at Galaxy Macau
Galaxy Macau has appointed Italian chef Marino D’Antonio as the new executive chef of 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA, a Michelin one-star restaurant. Chef Marino, known ... -
Hong Kong: Engagement of society in GBA project at stake
Analysis A report this week by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) questioned the role of Hong Kong’s societal involvement in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) project. ... -
US tourists begins first-ever themed tour to Greater Bay Area
On the Agenda A group of U.S. tourists departed last Sunday on a first-ever themed trip to China’s Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). Designed to ... -
Australian and New Zealand militaries monitoring three Chinese warships off Australia
The Australian and New Zealand militaries were monitoring three Chinese warships moving unusually far south along Australia’s east coast on an unknown mission, officials said yesterday. ... -
China begins repatriation of more than 1,000 online scam workers rescued from Myanmar
An airlift carrying more than 1,000 Chinese nationals who had worked at online scam centers in eastern Myanmar began yesterday, after the rescued workers were taken ... -
Russia seems to have time on its side as talks start
When Russian troops rolled into Ukraine three years ago, they brought their parade uniforms with them on the push to Kyiv. President Vladimir Putin expected a ... -
1972 Nixon makes historic visit to China
The American President Richard Nixon has arrived in China at the start of a week-long summit aimed at ending 20 years of frosty relations between the ... -
‘Universal Language’ needs to be seen to be believed
It’s not unusual for a city to double for another metropolis in movies. New Yorkers have long been able to spot when Toronto has been substituted ... -
‘Disposable’ a journey through the inequities exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic
Five years after COVID-19 first emerged, the United States is still grappling with the aftereffects of the pandemic that killed millions of people worldwide. They include ... -
Essence of Vibrant Parisian Nights
Diptyque launches Orphéon 2025 this year, an exquisite fragrance collection filled with limited editions celebrating moments where music, art, and life come together. Orphéon is more ... -
As Melania returns to the White House, she’s winning Chinese fans
Joyce Yip, a 39-year-old entrepreneur in southern China’s Guangzhou, has a new celebrity crush: Melania Trump. The two-time first lady has become an online celebrity in ... -
Trump backs idea to send some DOGE savings to American citizens
President Donald Trump said that he likes the idea of giving some of the savings from Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency back to U.S. citizens ... -
No reason for China and EU not to be partners
With the European Union feeling betrayed by the “America first” Donald Trump administration on many fronts, including trade and the Ukraine crisis, some Western observers have ... -
Friday, February 21, 2025 – edition no. 4665
* Can’T hear you! — Noise complaints largely ignored despite legal crackdown * Gaming | Casinos’ revenue faces modest decline in February: analysts * Taste of ... -
Sam Hou Fai admits city is facing intensified competition amid global uncertainties
Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai emphasized the urgent need for economic adaptation amid global uncertainties as the city faces “intensified competition.” In his speech at the ... -
MGTO to expand Hong Kong promotions to boost regional tourism
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has announced plans to progressively roll out promotions targeting the Hong Kong market, aiming to increase visitation from the neighboring ... -
O Lam claims National Games will boost regional integration
The Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, O Lam, believes that hosting the National Games in Macau will boost regional integration through exchange and cooperation between ... -
Police impersonator arrested in casino fraud scheme
A 22-year-old mainland man was arrested after allegedly impersonating a police officer to defraud a middle-aged victim of HKD60,000 in casino chips. The suspect reportedly lured ... -
Water supply hits record high in 2024, expected to rise further
Macau’s water supply surpassed 100 million cubic meters in 2024, marking a historic high and a 5.6% annual increase, according to Nacky Kuan, executive director of ... -
New consumption frontiers energize China’s market vitality
Global financial institutions are increasingly bullish on China’s economic development, with multiple 2025 outlook reports highlighting the nation’s accelerating transition to high-quality growth driven by a ... -
SMEs’ approved credit limit plunges 26%
New small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) credit limits approved by local banks in the second half of 2024 totaled MOP3.3 billion, down 25.9% from the first ... -
Replacement system for public housing under discussion
The Public Housing Committee is exploring amendments to the replacement system for public housing, sparking debate among stakeholders and community members. Discussions on TDM’s weekly radio ... -
Melco spreads festive cheer through community outreach
Melco Resorts & Entertainment has been spreading Chinese New Year joy through its “Simple Acts of Kindness” volunteering initiative. Since mid-January, Melco volunteers have engaged with ... -
Chefs from Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong and Macau unite for exclusive culinary collaboration
Chef Paul Lau of the two Michelin-starred Tin Lung Heen in The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, and Chef Jackie Ho of the one Michelin-starred Lai Heen in ...
