30% of elderly report high loneliness, nearly half plan to retire in mainland

A recent survey by the Sheng Kung Hui Social Service Association found that 30% of Macau’s elderly population experiences a “high degree” of loneliness, while nearly half

Organ donation registration sees rise and plans to simplify process

The Health Bureau (SSM) reported a 6.6% increase in organ donation registrations in 2024, with 6,380 residents now registered as donors. The bureau plans

Road safety concerns persist as south stormwater project nears completion

The third phase of the Inner Harbor South Stormwater Pumping Station and Sewerage Project, which began in November 2022, is expected to be completed by June.

Road rage incident on HZMB leads to egg tossing

A road rage incident on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge recently went viral after a failed attempt to cut in line led to an escalating confrontation between two drivers.

Rotary clubs urge youth to donate blood as participation rates decline sharply

Macau’s annual Rotary Blood Donation Day returns this Saturday, March 22, amid concerns over declining youth participation. Recent data reveals a sharp drop in first-time

Bus passenger volume nears pre-pandemic levels amid peak-hour crowding concerns

Last year, bus services in Macau recorded a total passenger volume of 227 million, nearing pre-pandemic levels from 2019. This surge, marking a 6%

Economy shows signs of improvement, as officials outline plans to boost consumer spending

The Chinese economy showed signs of improvement in the first two months of the year, though housing market weakness remained a drag on growth, the government

Man suspected of theft at border crossing intercepted by police

An unemployed man in his 50s, holding a Special Stay Permit, is suspected of stealing over MOP500 from a backpack near the breezeway at the border crossing during

Electrician injured in suspected electrical short circuit

A 36-year-old electrician was hospitalized yesterday with burns after a suspected short circuit occurred while he was working at Edif. Jardim Iat Lai. The incident took place in

Future Bright Group sees profit decline in 2024

The Future Bright Group, owned by entrepreneur Chan Chak Mo, reported a significant drop in profits, from MOP48.6 million in 2023 to just MOP6 million in 2024. The company

Macao Union Hospital opens specialist services to non-residents

The Macao Union Hospital has extended its specialist outpatient services to non-local residents, including blue card holders, student visa holders, and special stay permit holders.

Galaxy Macau and SCMP Learn to host educational seminar

Galaxy Macau is partnering with South China Morning Post Learn (SCMP Learn) to host “Parents’ Talk,” an educational seminar aimed at providing insights into academic pathways for children.

International Series Macau set to welcome top golfers

The International Series Macau, hosted by Wynn, is set to take place from March 20 to March 23 at the Macau Golf and Country Club. The

Peruvian farmer takes German energy giant RWE to court in fight to hold polluters accountable

A German court yesterday started hearing a Peruvian farmer’s case against major energy company RWE, a lawsuit arguing that global warming fueled by the firm’s historical greenhouse gas

Marathon organizers apologize for prizes in the shape of a Chinese machine gun

The organizers of a marathon in southern Taiwan, including a member of the self-governing island republic’s legislature, apologized Sunday after giving out prizes in the shape

Chinese jet fighter crashes during training mission

A Chinese fighter jet crashed during a training mission with the pilot parachuting to safety, state media said. The brief report by Xinhua News Agency stated last

Crocodile attacks are on the rise, leaving residents on edge

Nearly seven months after a crocodile attack almost took her life, Munirpa walked to the estuary outside her home with her husband and her children, ready

US steps up attacks on Yemen’s Houthi rebels

The United States under President Donald Trump has launched a new campaign of intense airstrikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels. This weekend’s strikes killed at least 53

1992 South Africa votes for change

White South Africans have backed an overwhelming mandate for political reforms to end apartheid and create a power-sharing multi-racial government. In a landslide victory for change, the

Tariffs and homes

Tariffs on lumber and appliances set stage for higher costs on new homes and remodeling projects Shopping for a

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