Daily Archives: Thursday, April 3, 2025
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US bans government personnel in China from romantic or sexual relations with Chinese citizens
The U.S. government has banned American government personnel in China, as well as family members and contractors with security clearances, from any romantic or sexual relationships ... -
SSM expresses concerns over rising obesity rates among residents
The Health Bureau (SSM) stated that the average life expectancy of Macau residents reached 83.3 years last year, but there is growing concern regarding the increasing ... -
Survey links increased internet use to weaker self-management in minors
A survey titled “Special Report on the Digital Literacy of Minors in Macao 2024” noted that as internet users age and their average daily internet usage ... -
Associations call on gov’t to address growing stray dog problem
Several associations are urging the government to take immediate action as the increasing stray dog population in Coloane poses risks to public safety and environmental hygiene. ... -
IAM to build pumping station, box-culvert project for flood prevention at Taipa Old Village
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) will soon build a water pumping station and a box culvert at Taipa Old Village. The IAM presented the project at ... -
Analysts expect April to be another ‘flat’ month on GGR
Senior analyst for Global Gaming at investment research company Seaport Research Partners, Vitaly Umansky, noted in a report on Tuesday that the firm expects another “flat” ... -
Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are still targets of hatred
Up until 2020, Anna Wong had gone her entire adulthood in Los Angeles without ever facing blatantly racist abuse for being Asian. After COVID-19 hit, she ... -
MPay users now able to access Guangzhou transport services
MPay users can now use their accounts for travel on the Guangzhou Metro, buses, ferries, and various other public transport routes in Guangzhou, as well as ... -
Gaming sector urged to stay neutral in elections
The Legislative Assembly Electoral Affairs Commission (CAEL) and the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau yesterday met with gaming operators and junket representatives to emphasize election neutrality. Authorities reiterated that ... -
Man suspected of filing false report after gambling loss
A 41-year-old mainland man allegedly filed a false theft report after losing money at a casino. Police investigations revealed inconsistencies between his claims and his actual ... -
Six arrested in loan sharking case
Police have busted a loan sharking operation, arresting six mainland Chinese suspects aged 29 to 35. The group had distinct roles, with some persuading victims to ... -
Macao Museum reopens to public after emergency repairs
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) stated that the Macao Museum, which was temporarily closed on Monday due to emergency maintenance, has reopened. According to the IC, ... -
Entrepreneurship competition opens for application
The Macao Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition is now accepting applications until June 11, with new award categories and a total prize pool of nearly one ... -
SARs’ anti-corruption watchdog hold training program in Brazil
For the first time, the Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) and its Hong Kong counterpart, the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), have held a joint training program ... -
Man rescued from rubble in capital as civil war complicates relief efforts
Rescue crews in Myanmar pulled a 26-year-old man out alive from the rubble of the capital city hotel where he worked early yesterday, but most teams ... -
High waves cause damage on Sydney waterfront
Sydney beachfront properties were flooded and coastal infrastructure damaged after a large swell combined with a king tide to batter the Australian shore, officials said. Several ... -
Val Kilmer, ‘Top Gun’ and Batman star with an intense approach, dies at 65
Val Kilmer, the brooding, versatile actor who played fan favorite Iceman in “Top Gun,” donned a voluminous cape as Batman in “Batman Forever” and portrayed Jim ... -
1996 ‘Unabomber’ suspect arrested
Police in the United States have arrested a man they believe to be the notorious “Unabomber” who has killed three people and maimed 23 others. The ... -
The Quina of Longtan
Stone tool discovery in China shows people in East Asia were innovating during the Middle Paleolithic, like in Europe and Middle East New technologies today often ... -
Tax evasion trial for Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti opens in Spain
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti arrived at a Spanish court yesterday for the opening of his trial on tax evasion charges. Spanish prosecutors have accused the ... -
Restaurant chain Hooters goes bust and files for bankruptcy protection
H ooters is going bust. The U.S. restaurant chain, known for chicken wings and its skimpy “Hooters Girls” wait-staff outfits, has filed for bankruptcy protection. HOA ... -
Wisconsin and Florida elections provide early warning signs to Trump and Republicans
A trio of elections Tuesday (yesterday, Macau time) provided early warning signs to Republicans and President Donald Trump at the beginning of an ambitious term, as Democrats rallied against his ... -
US security alliances in Asia nothing but hollow promises
When the current US president entered the White House, he spoke of a “new beginning” for US-China relations. Yet his administration is showing it is intent ... -
Thursday, April 3, 2025 – edition no. 4694
* Weighty Concerns — SSM concerned over rising obesity rates among residents with one in four experiencing chronic diseases * Survey links increased internet use to ...
