Daily Archives: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
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Gov’t to advance ride-hailing services with planned regulatory consultations
The Secretary for Transport and Public Works, Raymond Tam, announced yesterday plans to increase Macau’s taxi fleet, currently at around 1,400 vehicles, with a particular focus ... -
Raymond Tam’s policy objectives focus on public housing replacement system
Secretary for Transport and Public Works Raymond Tam has outlined this fiscal year’s policy objectives, which include studying the expansion of replacement and temporary housing applications ... -
November GGR above MOP21 billion, accumulated growth at 8.6%
November closed with gross gaming revenue (GGR) reaching MOP21.088 billion, a year-on-year increase of 14.4% compared to 2024. November results from local casinos also account for ... -
Gov’t plans to construct more outdoor parking lots with 15-minute free parking incentives
The Secretary for Transport and Public Works, Raymond Tam, revealed yesterday plans to redevelop 30 pieces of land for different purposes, specifically highlighting the creation of ... -
Legal issues hit over 200 units at Windsor Arch
Over 200 units at the Windsor Arch residential complex in Taipa are reportedly facing legal scrutiny, with some potentially subject to court-forfeiture proceedings. The luxury housing ... -
Authorities say netting on buildings that caught fire, killing 151, did not meet code
Hong Kong officials said yesterday that their investigation into a deadly blaze that killed at least 151 has revealed netting that covered scaffolding used in renovations ... -
Secretary airs possibility of operating LRT East Line during T8
The Secretary for Transport and Public Works, Raymond Tam, has suggested operating the East Line of the Light Rapid Transit (LRT) system during Typhoon Signal 8 ... -
Economy grows 8.2% in 2024, services lead recovery
Gross Value Added (GVA) of all economic activities in the SAR rose 8.2% year-on-year to MOP384.54 billion in 2024, driven by the ongoing recovery of the ... -
Cross-border traffic sees significant rise
Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) data show that cross-border vehicular trips in Macau rose 20% year-on-year in October to 1,008,461, with light passenger cars up 21.6%. ... -
Hotel occupancy hits post-pandemic high
Hotel occupancy in Macau reached over 89% in October, the highest for the month since the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the Statistics and Census Service. The ... -
Customs seize cigars, electronics, and seafood in eight smuggling cases
Macau Customs intercepted eight smuggling cases from November 23–27, seizing about 4,152 grams of cigars, 157 used electronic items, 70 kg of pineapples, 65 memory cards, ... -
IAME Asia Finals to feature 250 racers from 26 countries
The IAME Asia Finals will take place at the Coloane Karting Track over four days, from Dec. 10 to 14. The organizers have described the event ... -
3,000 seniors to gain free access to local smart alarm network in first phase
Macau has not yet reached “super-aged society” status, but with residents aged 65 and above projected to account for more than one-fifth of the population by ... -
Gov’t pledges accessible culture map
Authorities say they will work with Gaode Maps, also known as Amap, to develop an accessible map of cultural attractions and improve accessibility information for visitors ... -
Macau Food Festival closes with stronger sales
The 25th Macau Food Festival concluded on Sunday after a 17-day run at Sai Van Lake Square, drawing steady crowds through its final evening. Vendors reported ... -
Four Seasons Macao unveils festive experiences for holiday season
Four Seasons Hotel Macao has introduced a series of festive offerings for the upcoming holiday season, featuring themed dining experiences, seasonal décor, and special wellness packages. ... -
Sands China earns top sustainability recognition in CUHK’s 2025 indices
Sands China Ltd. has been named an Exemplar in five categories of the 2025 Business Sustainability Indices (BSI) released by the Chinese University of Hong Kong, ... -
Competition heats up for new civil jobs
China’s 2026 national civil service exam for central government institutions was held on Sunday amid fierce competition, with an average of 74 applicants vying for each ... -
Covet an Italian masterpiece, but shy of the millions? Buy digital
The last person to get their hands on a painting attributed to Leonardo da Vinci shelled out more than $450 million at auction. Now, Italian cultural ... -
1954 US Senate condemns McCarthy
The United States Senate has censured Republican Senator Joseph McCarthy for conduct unbecoming to a senator. The vote was 67 to 22, with all the Democrats ... -
GP McLaren’s botched strategy call helps Verstappen win as F1 title fight goes to final race
One week after losing all their points from the Las Vegas Grand Prix, McLaren threw away a bunch more in an increasingly tense Formula 1 title ... -
New Zealand achieves Dubai Sevens double with wins over Australia in both finals
New Zealand achieved a Dubai Sevens double after beating Australia in the men’s and women’s finals on Sunday (yesterday, Macau time). The men just held on ... -
Pope prays for peace at tomb of saint revered by Christians and Muslims
Pope Leo XIV prayed yesterday at the tomb of a Lebanese saint revered among Christians and Muslims as he brought a message of peace, hope and ... -
‘Rage bait’ named Oxford University Press word of year as outrage fuels social media traffic in 2025
Oxford University Press has named “rage bait’’ as its word of the year, capturing the internet zeitgeist of 2025. The phrase refers to online content that ... -
The privatization of political power in the United States
The significant influence that major corporations exert on American politics is well known, from funding extremely expensive electoral campaigns to spending fortunes on lobbying to push ... -
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 – edition no. 4850
* Transit Lane — Secretary Raymond Tam to hold ride-hailing consultations, pledges new tender for 700 taxis, and hints at possible LRT east line operations during ...
