Daily Archives: July 16, 2025
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Death of Australia’s ‘Outback Killer’ leaves whereabouts of British backpacker’s body unknown
Police fear Bradley John Murdoch, known as the “Outback Killer,” has taken to his grave the secret of how he disposed of the body of British ... -
12 candidates excluded from legislative direct election, details remain ‘confidential’
The Electoral Affairs Commission for the Legislative Assembly Election (CAEAL) announced yesterday the disqualification of 12 directly elected candidates for failing to uphold the Macau Basic ... -
Pest control ‘smoke bombs’ trigger 14 false alarms
The Fire Services Bureau (CB) yesterday reported its work statistics for the first half of the year, totaling 25,966 emergency calls, including 14 fire alarms mistakenly ... -
Macau celebrates 20th anniversary of UNESCO listing with series of activities
Macau is celebrating two decades of its historic center’s listing as part of UNESCO’s World Heritage with a series of activities from July to December this ... -
Macau posts 2.8% GDP growth in first half
The local economy is showing steady signs of recovery in 2025, with the latest figures from the Macau Economic Association (MEA) revealing a real GDP growth ... -
Ron lam wants to cut TNRs in the ‘big six’ and restrict imports in several sectors
Lawmaker Ron Lam has urged the government to enforce cuts to the number of non-resident workers (TNRs) employed by the six gaming concessionaires. In a spoken ... -
Lee’s gov’t plans to regulate Uber and other online ride-hailing services
The Hong Kong government yesterday unveiled proposals to regulate online ride-hailing services provided by tech companies like Uber, requiring platforms, cars and drivers to be licensed ... -
Woman arrested for posing as police officer in concert ticket scam
A 30-year-old local woman has been arrested on suspicion of impersonating a Judiciary Police (PJ) officer and defrauding another resident out of approximately MOP620,000 in a ... -
First batch of shops for Zone A sees one bank unit unsold
The Housing Bureau (IH) announced that among the first five public housing shops in Zone A, one unit designated for a bank failed to attract any ... -
Applications open for 2025 childcare subsidy
The 2025 Childcare Subsidy Scheme will begin accepting applications today. The program aims to encourage childbirth and ease financial pressure on families with infants and young ... -
IC launches ‘Library Fun’ summer tours for families
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) has announced the free “Library Fun” summer parent-child study tour, which will be held on July 26–27 and August 30–31. Each ... -
Macau to host one-day Korean film festival
CGV Cinemas at Nova Mall and Hong Kong’s Korean Cultural Center are presenting the 2025 Macao Korean Film Festival for one day only on July 26. ... -
Union Medical Center unveils first tomotherapy cancer treatment in the city
The Macau Union Medical Center recently performed its first tomotherapy treatment, the Islands Healthcare Complex – Macao Medical Center of Peking Union Medical College Hospital announced. ... -
Macau and Hong Kong join forces to strengthen personal data protection
The Personal Data Protection Bureau (DSPDP) and Hong Kong’s Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deepen ... -
Hong Kong actor sued for HKD1.4 million over alleged unpaid casino loan
Hong Kong actor Jacky Heung is facing legal action from MGM China Holdings after allegedly defaulting on a substantial casino loan at its Macau property. MGM ... -
Albanese complains to Xi about Chinese live-fire exercises
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he complained to President Xi Jinping during a meeting yesterday about a Chinese naval live-fire exercise off the Australian coast ... -
Syria announces ceasefire after sectarian violence
Syria ‘S defence minister announced a ceasefire shortly after government forces entered a key city in Sweida province yesterday. The announcement came a day after sectarian clashes ... -
1993 Secret Service goes public
Britain’s internal security service, MI5, has held the first photocall in its 84-year history. Stella Rimington, 56, became the first Director General of the MI5 to ... -
GEG Sponsors ‘2025 Respect and Love the Elderly and Celebration of Elders Day’, Bringing Love and Warmth to the Elderly for 12 Consecutive Years
Galaxy Entertainment Group (“GEG”) recently sponsored the “2025 Respect and Love the Elderly and Celebration of Elders Day: Endless Joy Music Performance for Seniors: GEG Session”, ... -
Expansion WNBA team brings back the original Portland Fire name
Oregon’s WNBA team stepped back in time for its new name, reintroducing the Portland Fire. The expansion franchise, which begins play next next season along with ... -
Springbok forward Wiese’s headbutt leads to four-match suspension
South Africa back-rower Jasper Wiese’s headbutt cost him a four-match suspension yesterday. Wiese deliberately knocked heads with Italy prop Danilo Fischetti on Saturday and was sent ... -
Tesla debuts in India, but its cars likely cost too much for most Indians
Tesla Inc. opened its first showroom in India yesterday, marking the electric vehicle maker’s long-anticipated debut in the world’s third-biggest automotive market. Located in the Bandra-Kurla ... -
Trump threatens Russia with tariffs and boosts US weapons for Ukraine
President Donald Trump yesterday [Macau time] threatened Russia with steep tariffs and announced a rejuvenated pipeline for American weapons to reach Ukraine, hardening his stance toward Moscow after ... -
The United States on the road to fascism
To compare with what’s currently happening in the U.S., I asked an AI bot to list the typical characteristics of fascist political regimes. Here is the ... -
Wednesday, July 16 2025 – edition no. 4760
* Ron disqualified — Lawmaker Ron Lam was among 12 candidates excluded from the legislative direct election; details remain ‘confidential’ * Civil protection | Pest control ...
