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 (IC) announced.

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 (IC). As

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

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 strategic

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

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%, according

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 British pop

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

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 two countries.

‘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 for

‘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 the

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