Territorial crimes surge 23%; violent crimes up 6% in first nine months

Overall crime fell in the first three quarters of this year compared to the same period in 2024, despite significant increases in territorial crimes, which

LRT future expansion plan to seek public opinion in 1H2026

The Secretary for Transport and Public Works, Raymond Tam, said that the Light Rapid Transit (LRT) expansion plan will be presented to the public and

SSM reiterates plan to trial street smoking ban in 2026

Health Bureau director Alvis Lo confirmed a 2026 pilot for a street smoking ban, building on recent no-smoking zones established at three schools and one

Gov’t does not foresee specific labor rules for takeaway delivery drivers

Macau has no plans to introduce dedicated labor regulations for takeaway delivery drivers, despite a lawmaker’s call for enhanced protections amid the sector’s rapid growth.

IAME Asia Finals deliver some surprise champions

The 2025 Macau International Kart Grand Prix concluded yesterday, delivering thrilling racing action and some unexpected champions. Among the surprises was Toby Gale’s win

High-end car sales sink as its economy slows, taking a toll on European automakers

Chinese demand for foreign luxury cars is waning as customers opt for more affordable Chinese brand models, often sold at big discounts, catering to their

UM Hengqin Campus Breaks Ground; Partial Opening Slated for 2028

Construction officially began Friday for the University of Macau’s (UM) new campus in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin. Officials, including Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai and

Registration opens today for ‘Sport for All’ classes

Registration opens at 10 a.m. today for the Sports Bureau’s (ID) “Sport for All” recreation and fitness classes for January-February 2026. The fully online process, via the bureau’s

Chief Executive to Head to Beijing for Official Duty Visit

Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai will visit Beijing from Dec. 15–17 to report to central authorities on the Macao SAR government’s 2025 performance and outline key priorities for

Macau braces for cooler temperatures amid winter monsoon

Macau is experiencing cooler weather as the winter monsoon sets in. The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau reported a low of 13.6 degrees Celcius at the Taipa Grande station

E-payment transactions continue to grow, especially in F&B

The electronic payment transaction values (e-payment) for restaurants & similar establishments (F&B) and retail trade grew by 12% and 27%, respectively, month-on-month in October, according

Together with the Community, Together with Love

Sands China regards Macao as its home and has always been committed to giving back to the local community. Over the years, the company has been deeply engaged in volunteer

Galaxy Arena extends strategic partnership with iQIYI

Galaxy Arena, part of the Galaxy Macau Phase 3 resort on Cotai, has renewed its strategic partnership with mainland China’s online video and entertainment giant, iQIYI,

Macau lacks conditions to implement TNR program for stray animals

The core principle of “Trap, Neuter, Return” is to avoid euthanasia and give every dog a fair chance at survival, but despite persistent advocacy from

Local professionals win major hospitality awards

Macau’s hospitality sector took center stage at the Stelliers Greater China 2025 Awards, with local professionals capturing the top honors during a glamorous black-tie ceremony at the Grand

Philippines says 3 fishermen injured by Chinese coast guard’s water cannons off disputed shoal

Chinese coast guard ships used powerful water cannons and blocking maneuvers against 20 Philippine fishing boats off a disputed South China Sea shoal, injuring three Filipinos

Girls and women fleeing Mali describe sexual violence by Russian forces

The girl lay in a makeshift health clinic, her eyes glazed over and her mouth open, flies resting on her lips. Her chest barely moved. Drops

1994 Modahl banned for drug taking

The former 800m Commonwealth gold-medallist, Diane Modahl, has been found guilty of taking a performance enhancing drug and banned from competing for four years. The five-strong

Wembanyama’s return lifts Spurs to NBA Cup final, handing Thunder just 2nd loss 

San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (2) sets to play the ball in the first half of an NBA Cup semifinals basketball game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Saturday,

Israel says it has killed a top Hamas commander in Gaza 

Israel on Saturday said it killed a top Hamas commander in Gaza after an explosive device detonated and wounded two soldiers in the territory’s south. Hamas

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