MGTO confirms illegal tour providers’ complaints, claims to be investigating

The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) said it is investigating several social media posts offering “private” tour services in Macau by unlicensed individuals or companies. In

Gov’t approach to local job market ‘is fundamentally flawed’: Ron Lam

Employment remains one of the most significant challenges facing society today, and prioritizing local job opportunities is essential. However, lawmaker Ron Lam argues that the current

Going Back to Classics 

Shake Shack has a new lineup featuring delicious hand-spun Chocolate Custard and Shake Shack Espresso Blend, available at all Shack locations in Hong Kong and Macau. The

80% extend stay in northern district for Sanrio characters campaign, survey finds

A survey revealed that 82% of respondents reported spending more time in the northern district thanks to the ongoing “Flora Fête with Sanrio Characters” campaign, while 75%

Jetfoil service between Hong Kong and Macau turns 50

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the start of operations for the jetfoil service between Hong Kong and Macau. The service began on April 25, 1975, with

Sands China completes major redevelopment of Londoner Grand ahead of Golden Week

Sands China has confirmed the full opening of all 2,405 rooms and suites at the newly refurbished Londoner Grand, just in time for the upcoming May Golden

50% of employers yet to pay contributions for Q1

According to the Social Security Fund (FSS), approximately 50% of local employers have not yet paid their mandatory contributions for the first quarter of 2025 under the Social

18 Arrested in cross-border phone scam ring

Macau and Zhuhai police have dismantled a cross-border phone scam syndicate behind a “Guess Who I Am” scheme, arresting 13 suspects in Macau and five in mainland China.

Seven injured in Taxi and street sweeper collision

A collision between a taxi and a street washing vehicle at the Pac On roundabout in Taipa yesterday morning left seven people injured. Authorities suspect the taxi failed

Maritime Museum reopens today after renovations

The Maritime Museum will reopen to the public today (April 25) following the completion of the facility repair and renovation works, which included maintaining the central air-conditioning system

IAS clarifies that ‘knife attacker’ was never under the service’s care

The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) has clarified that a 41-year-old man arrested after attacking two people with a knife in central Macau has never been evaluated

Smart Nursery continues operations despite IAS decision

The government-subsidized Smart Nursery can continue operations under court-approved procedures while the Social Welfare Bureau’s (IAS) decision remains on hold. Last month, the bureau

“Melco Star Macau Youth Talent Competition” nurtures local entertainment and creative talent

With its strong commitment to fostering creative and cultural development in Macau, Melco Resorts & Entertainment is dedicated to nurturing and mentoring talent in the fields of

The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link: Transforming the Greater Bay Area

Analysis The Pearl River estuary, where the Pearl River flows into the South China Sea, is one of the most densely populated and economically dynamic

Chinese fintech company begins cross-border trade operation

On the Agenda Chinese fintech company Ant Group began operations of its digital and cross-border trade operation centers in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province,

Boeing doesn’t expect the US trade war with China to slow its recovery

Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said Wednesday that he doesn’t expect the U.S. trade war with China to forestall the company’s financial recovery, nor prevent it from

Kenyan president vows closer ties to China during visit amid Trump’s trade war

Kenyan President William Ruto pledged to build closer ties with China yesterday, a day after saying a global trade war triggered by Washington could deal a “death

Former President Moon indicted for alleged bribery

South Korean prosecutors indicted former liberal President Moon Jae-in on bribery charges yesterday, saying that a budget airline gave his son-in-law a lucrative no-show job during Moon’s

India and Pakistan ramp up tit-for-tat spat as tensions mount

India and Pakistan cancelled visas for their nationals to each other’s countries and Islamabad warned New Delhi for suspending a water-sharing treaty yesterday. The moves

Bessent says IMF and World Bank need reform and there’s an ‘opportunity for a big deal’ with China

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent leveled harsh criticism at the operations of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund on Wednesday even as he tried to

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