Consumption cards essential amid impressive economic indicators, says lawmakers

During its first pre-agenda session for the eighth term yesterday, the Legislative Assembly (AL) heard several legislators cite impressive economic indicators from Macau – such as

Casinos see strong rebound in mass market gaming

The gambling sector is showing a robust recovery, with Citigroup reporting that total gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the first 26 days of October may have

November events to boost visitor numbers by 20%

The city’s tourism sector is bracing for a surge in visitor arrivals next month as the city hosts two major events simultaneously: the 15th National Games

Lawmakers call on alignment to capitalize on 15th Five-Year Plan opportunities

18 of the 33 legislators in the eighth Legislative Assembly (AL) focused their inaugural pre-agenda speeches yesterday on the national “15th Five-Year Plan,” highlighting the city’s need

Elderly services plan first phase hits 99% completion

The interdepartmental steering committee for elderly protection held a summary sharing session yesterday to review the 2016–2025 10-Year Action Plan for Elderly Services. The first phase

China pitches itself as alternative to US protectionism after signing expanded ASEAN free trade pact

Premier Li Qiang along with Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim (center) inspects a car produced by automaker Proton, in which Zhejiang Geely Holding Group holds a 49.9% stake, in Kuala

Woman loses over HKD1.45 million in suspected online romance scam

A local middle-aged woman has reported losing more than HKD1.45 million in a suspected online romance scam, the Judiciary Police (PJ) said. The victim met a man on

Man falls victim to online investment scam

A middle-aged man reported losing MOP2.3 million in a suspected online investment scam. According to authorities, the victim saw investment tips on mainland stocks and funds in a

Bureau holds meeting for student counselors on new support measures

The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) held a work meeting for frontline student counselors to explain the mechanisms, services, and oversight of student guidance programs. The bureau

Groundbreaking held for Hengqin Cargo Hub

The Macau International Airport’s Hengqin Pre-Clearance Cargo Hub held its groundbreaking ceremony, marking the start of construction for the Macao–Hengqin logistics project. Scheduled for completion by the end

Sai Van Bridge maintenance scheduled for next year

The tender for the maintenance work on Sai Van Bridge was opened yesterday, with construction expected to begin in the first quarter of next year. The Public Works

Motorbike fire breaks out early morning

A motorbike fire broke out early yesterday morning, with the Judiciary Police (PJ) categorizing it as an arson case. At approximately 5 a.m., flames erupted at Beco da

DSAL to hold job fair for persons with disabilities

The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) will host a job-matching fair for persons with disabilities on December 3, offering 108 job openings across 17 participating companies. The positions cover

Tap Seac Craft Market to host November workshops

The Cultural Affairs Bureau will hold the Tap Seac Craft Market from Nov. 20 to Nov. 23 and Nov. 27 to Nov. 30 at Tap Seac Square, offering

Macau, Beijing libraries sign cooperation agreement

The Cultural Affairs Bureau  (IC) and the Capital Library of China signed a cooperation agreement last week at the IC building. The pact, signed by IC president

Gov’t launches ‘First Store Economy Scheme’

The government has launched the “First Store Economy Scheme,” running from Nov. 1 to Jan. 31, 2026, to support overseas, mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan brands opening

MrBeast expands global reach through multilingual content and data-driven strategy

At a panel discussion at the Grand Lisboa Palace during CreatorWeek Macao 2025, industry experts unveiled the strategies behind some of the world’s largest creator businesses,

Museum of Art to showcase four centuries of Sino-Portuguese exchange

Macau will host a major exhibition exploring centuries of cultural and trade ties between China and Portugal. “Reflections of Maritime Connections: 16th-19th Century Sino-Portuguese Cultural

Airport sees modest Q3 passenger decline

Macau International Airport handled nearly 1.89 million passengers in the third quarter of 2025, down 6.3% from just over 2 million a year earlier, according

Galaxy earns ESG recognition for sustainable initiatives

Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) has been awarded the “Excellence in Social Positive Impact – Commendation” at the 8th Hong Kong ESG Reporting Awards (HERA), becoming the first integrated

MGM celebrates 10 years of supporting local SMEs

Marking a decade of its SME program, MGM hosted its 13th SME Business Matching Session at MGM Macau, highlighting its ongoing support for local enterprise development. The event

Criticism over Xizang schools countered

Foreign experts rejected comparisons between boarding schools in the Xizang autonomous region and colonial-era residential schools in Western countries, stressing that the schools in Xizang ensure

Hurricane Melissa is set to hit island as its strongest storm since records began

Waves splash in Kingston, Jamaica, as Hurricane Melissa approaches, yesterday Hurricane Melissa strengthened further Tuesday as it crawled toward Jamaica, where officials and residents braced for

1975 Franco’s 36-year reign ends

General Franco’s dictatorship has effectively ended with the announcement heir designate Prince Juan Carlos will take over as provisional head of state for Spain. The move

How NFL’s league is finding talent in unexpected places

Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata The NFL’s search for elite talent has taken scouts far beyond the football fields of the United States and Canada.

CL winner PSG made nearly $1 billion in club-record revenue last season

Champions League winner Paris Saint-Germain generated club-record revenue of 837 million euros ($976 million) last season. The figures released by the club yesterday include

Trump’s granddaughter gets exemption to LPGA tournament

US President Donald Trump’s granddaughter will be taking a detour on her way to playing college golf at the University of Miami — Kai Trump will

OpenAI may move forward with new business structure, partnership with Microsoft, regulator says

OpenAI said yesterdayy it has reorganized its ownership structure and converted its business into a public benefit corporation and a crucial regulator, the Delaware attorney general,

Amazon cuts 14,000 corporate jobs as spending on artificial intelligence accelerates

Amazon will cut about 14,000 corporate jobs as the online retail giant ramps up spending on artificial intelligence while cutting costs elsewhere. Teams and individuals impacted by

Building a shared future through deeper China-ASEAN synergy

Premier Li Qiang’s call for dialogue and consultation as a means to manage differences – delivered at the 28th ASEAN Plus Three Summit in Kuala Lumpur on

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 – edition no. 4828

* Push for cards — During the first pre-agenda session, lawmakers point to the city’s economic gains and urge the revival of electronic consumption cards * Citigroup |

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