Monthly Archives: August 2025
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Torch design unveiled ahead of National Games
Shenzhen recently held the 100-day countdown for the 15th National Games, Paralympic Games, and Special Olympic Games, unveiling the torch named “Zhanfang” (Blossom). Designed by He ... -
Domestic worker arrested for possessing cocaine worth MOP4 million
A 38-year-old Indonesian domestic worker was arrested by the Judiciary Police (PJ) for allegedly receiving drug parcels linked to a transnational trafficking ring. Authorities seized 2,160 ... -
MGTO’s social media accounts reach over 10 million
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has grown its online presence since 2009 with 28 social media accounts, reaching over 10 million followers by July 2025. ... -
UTM students pioneer culinary and tech solutions for tourism
University of Tourism (UTM) students in Tourism Business and Hotel Management completed three projects applying their studies to real challenges. According to a statement, they helped ... -
Outer wall of old building in Coloane Village collapses
A section of an old building’s outer wall in Coloane Village collapsed twice on Tuesday amid torrential rain, raising concerns over the safety of aging structures ... -
Private car slams into bus and storefront in Taipa crash
A private car reportedly collided with a bus on Rua da Cunha yesterday, veering onto the sidewalk and crashing into a metal barrier and a store. ... -
Birthrate reaches new low in second quarter of 2025
Births in Macau fell to a record low of 671 in the second quarter of 2025, marking the lowest level since official records began in 1998, ... -
Sam Hou Fai and John Lee meet to drive mutual benefits across GBA
Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai met with Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu on Tuesday at the Government Headquarters to enhance cooperation and collaboration in ... -
Three locals arrested for MOP3.5 million credit card fraud
Three local residents have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a large-scale credit card fraud scheme totaling MOP3.5 million, the Judiciary Police (PJ) announced, linking ... -
Macau adds over 1,100 new firms in Q2
The city’s business sector saw solid momentum in the second quarter of 2025, with 1,107 new companies incorporated, marking a net increase of 824 after accounting ... -
Broad money supply and loans rise in June
The Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM) announced that broad money supply (M2) grew by 1.1% in June 2025, reaching MOP824.8 billion. While currency in circulation declined ... -
Studio City celebrates Malaysian cuisine with buffet at Spotlight
Studio City has launched the “Taste of Malaysia Buffet” at its Spotlight restaurant, running throughout August. The event aims to bring authentic Malaysian flavors to locals ... -
St. Regis unveils new Mediterranean concept at The Manor
The St. Regis Macao has announced the reimagining of its signature dining venue, The Manor, with a new Mediterranean concept launched on August 1. This culinary ... -
Trump’s envoy meets Putin ahead of peace deadline, the Kremlin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks with U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow yesterday, the Kremlin said, days before the White House’s ... -
1972 Asians given 90 days to leave Uganda
The Ugandan leader, Idi Amin, has set a deadline for the expulsion of most of the country’s Asians. General Amin said all Asians who are not ... -
Son signs with MLS’ Los Angeles FC after a decade at Tottenham
Son Heung-min agreed to a contract with Los Angeles FC yesterday [Macau time], finalizing his move to Major League Soccer after a decade at Tottenham Hotspur. ... -
Naomi Osaka powers into semifinals in Montreal to face Clara Tauson
Naomi Osaka powered into her first National Bank Open semifinal, beating No. 10 seed Elina Svitolina 6-2, 6-2 yesterday [Macau time]. Osaka advanced to face No. ... -
Teacher fights discrimination against Roma people, one Elvis song at a time
Tudor Lakatos is fighting discrimination against the Roma people, one Elvis Presley song at a time. Decked out in a rhinestone shirt and oversized sunglasses, with ... -
Study says ChatGPT giving teens dangerous advice on drugs, alcohol and suicide
ChatGPT will tell 13-year-olds how to get drunk and high, instruct them on how to conceal eating disorders and even compose a heartbreaking suicide letter to ... -
Thursday, August 7, 2025 – edition no. 4775
* Mosquito war — Macau begins key phase of chikungunya fever control Economy | Tourist area consumption shows weakness despite increase in visitors Television | M ... -
Shaolin Temple should take a vow of chastity, not poverty
As China’s fiscal conditions worsen, a scandal at the Shaolin Temple has ignited a debate over who owns the monastic institution’s cultural heritage and how to ... -
IAM refutes netizens’ claims, says it is providing an ideal environment for pandas
Concerns have been raised recently about the living conditions of the giant pandas in Macau, but the Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) assures that the enclosure replicates ... -
Pop Mart Citywalk generates MOP1.6 billion, over 340,000 visitors
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) and POP MART jointly present the cultural tourism project “POP MART MACAO CITYWALK,” which will take place from June 6 ... -
Survey: nearly 80% of service sector employees see the need for vocational training
A recent survey by the Macau Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM) revealed that 79.3% of respondents deemed vocational training either “very necessary” or “necessary.” Still, 62% ... -
Black rain signal hoisted for the first time this year, several areas recorded light flooding
Yesterday, the Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) hoisted the “Black” rain warning signal for the first time this year. The warning followed heavy, continuous morning rainfall ... -
Ron Lam requests clarity on venue’s event approvals and management
The outdoor performance area in Cotai, which cost in excess of MOP85 million and opened last year, has received commentary over its limited operation and unmet ... -
China launches massive hydropower project to power coastal cities and cement regional integration
China has officially broken ground on what is set to become the world’s largest hydroelectric power project, located in the Tibet Autonomous Region. The multibillion-yuan initiative ... -
Qingmao Port hits 100 million passengers
The Qingmao Port has surpassed 100 million cumulative travellers since opening in September 2021, the Public Security Police announced Monday. Its 24-hour, innovative customs system streamlines ... -
DSAL to host job fair with nearly 1,400 openings this month
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) will host a job fair from August 20 to 22 at the Macau Forum, offering nearly 1,400 job openings across 470 ... -
Gov’t announces increase in old-age and disability subsidies
The government announced yesterday that it will adjust the amounts of the old-age and disability subsidies. The announcement was published in the government’s official gazette. The ... -
CAEAL to exhibit sample polling stations to enhance education
The Electoral Affairs Commission for the Legislative Assembly Election (CAEAL) yesterday announced that it will display two mock-up polling stations for this year’s direct and indirect ... -
CE wants UM to lead development of the Macau-Hengqin Education Town
The University of Macau (UM) held a joint meeting of the University Assembly and University Council for the 2024/2025 academic year, led by Chief Executive (CE), ... -
MPU trains teachers on AI curricular planning
The Macao Polytechnic (MPU)-Bell Centre of English and Shanghai Normal University organized the 3rd Summer English Training Programme for Teachers, training 26 teachers from 17 Shanghai ... -
CE pushes for project advancements in the Cooperation Zone
Chief Executive (CE) Sam Hou Fai announced that the government will further review its commitment to developing the Guangdong-Macao Intensive Cooperation Zone in Hengqin. This includes ... -
Art and wellness at Galaxy Macau’s newest lifestyle dining outpost
Galaxy Macau has officially opened “gaga,” the Shenzhen-born dining group’s 99th outlet and first-ever non-mainland location. Gaga’s new outpost, on Galaxy Promenade, is the latest addition ...
