Gaming revenue slows in September amid fewer visitors, typhoon disruptions

The gaming industry saw moderate growth in September, posting a 6% year-on-year increase in gross gaming revenue to MOP18.3 billion, according to figures released by the Gaming Inspection

Anton Tai reports MOP110 million boost from consumption campaign, rules out cards

The latest round of a three-month campaign aimed at boosting consumption has reached its midpoint, with the financial secretary yesterday reporting approximately MOP110 million in

National Day Celebrations marked with ceremonies, run, and fireworks

The Macau SAR government will celebrate the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China with a series of events today. According to

7th Sino-Lusophone Cultural Festival set to feature 780 artists

The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) yesterday announced the program for the 7th Encounter in Macao – Arts and Cultural Festival between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries (PSCs). Running from October to December

Gov’t reaffirms positive outcomes of talent recruitment programs

Lawmaker Ron Lam urged Macau authorities to speed up the release of local job opportunities following the departure of non-local workers. He also requested updates on the city’s talent recruitment programs,

Areia Preta gov’t services hub to move after 16 years of operation

The Government Integrated Services Building in Areia Preta, operational for nearly 16 years, will close next Monday, coinciding with the opening of the new Government Integrated Services Center on Avenida

Blue taxis cease operations

  Macau’s “blue taxis” stopped operating at midnight yesterday, following the expiration of their special taxi service contracts, authorities confirmed. This marked the end of service for 100 blue taxis, while the

Macao International Marathon maintains 12,000-runner limit ahead of December race

The 44th Galaxy Entertainment Macao International Marathon will take to the streets of Macau on December 7, the Organizing Committee announced yesterday at a press conference

Gov’t HQ to hold Open Day in October

The Government Headquarters will open its doors to the public on October 18-19 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., inviting visitors to explore the Avenida da Praia Grande

Online services launched for TNR’s criminal record certificate renewals

The Identification Services Bureau (DSI) introduced a new digital service yesterday, allowing non-resident workers (TNRs) to reapply for Certificates of Criminal Record via the ‘Macao One Account.’ Applicants

Gov’t tackles aging population with elderly care initiatives across GBA cities

In light of growing concerns over the city’s aging population, the Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) responded to Lawmaker Leong Hong Sai by addressing policy initiatives designed

Tourism master plan adds 20 initiatives across six key areas

The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) announced yesterday its second-phase review of the Macao Tourism Industry Development Master Plan, introducing 20 new action plans that will guide

Galaxy co-launches ‘Made in Macao’ Organizer Competition

Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) and the Macao Young Entrepreneur Incubation Centre (MYEIC), with support from the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM), have opened registration for the “Made

Sands China showcases youth talent development framework

Sands China Ltd. recently presented its Youth Talent Development System at The Londoner Macao, outlining a multi-stage strategy aimed at supporting local talent from secondary school through employment.

In UN speech, Beijing makes clear its intent to remold global norms, seizing on Trump’s retreat

Premier Li Qiang addresses the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly Hardly a month after Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed his “Global Governance Initiative,” Beijing

Former aide to German far-right MP in European parliament convicted of spying for China

Journalists wait outside the Dresden Higher Regional Courtin Dresden, yesterday A man who worked for a prominent German far-right lawmaker in the European Parliament was convicted yesterday

Rescuers run oxygen to survivors in school building collapse that buried dozens

Rescuers pull out a survivor from a collapsed building at an Islamic boarding school in Sidoarjo, East Java, Monday Rescuers ran oxygen and water to students trapped

In a rare UN appearance, senior N.Korean diplomat insists his country won’t give up nukes

Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs for North Korea Kim Son Gyong at the UN A senior North Korean diplomat reiterated at the U.N. yesterday that his country

What to know about the Gaza peace plan agreed to by Trump and Netanyahu

President Donald Trump greets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the West Wing ofthe White House, Monday After Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threw his support

Madagascar President fires the government following days of deadly Gen Z protests

Demonstrators hold up placards reading “water and electricity are basic human rights,” “Malagasy people, wake up,” in Antananarivo Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina fired the prime minister

1975 Muhammad Ali wins ‘Thrilla in Manila’

US boxer Muhammad Ali has retained the world heavyweight boxing championship after defeating his arch-rival, Joe Frazier, in their third and arguably greatest fight. The so-called

How one man is taking on sports betting at German soccer games

Thomas Melchior unveils a Hertha Berlin jersey before he tries to talk to Union Berlin fans about sports betting in Köpenick, Berlin A man whose gambling addiction landed

Mourinho ‘will always be a Blue’ as he returns to Chelsea with new club Benfica

Benfica’s manager Jose Mourinho attends a press conference atStamford Bridge, London Wednesday, 3:00 Chelsea v Benfica H 1.66, D 4.2, A 5.5 Oddschecker.com Jose

DoorDash is expanding into restaurant reservations and robot deliveries

DoorDash is expanding its offerings, adding restaurant reservations and robot deliveries in some U.S. markets. The San Francisco-based company, already the largest U.S. delivery

China court sentences 11 members of Myanmar-based crime syndicate to death

A court in China sentenced 11 people to death this week for their roles in a family-run crime syndicate accused of running illegal gambling and scam operations worth

Better well-being stems from targeted actions

People-centered governance is the defining attribute of both China’s governing principle and its governing approach. In order to better ensure that the people enjoy the fruits of

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 – edition no. 4811

* Tai rules out consumption cards * Golden Week | National Day celebrated with run and fireworks * Events | Sino-Lusophone Cultural Festival to feature 780

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