Yearly Archives: 2026
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Macau moves to steer motorcyclists into dedicated lanes
After a fatal accident involving two motorcycles on the Ponte da Amizade, local authorities said they will optimize the road network, traffic signals, and diversion signage ... -
MEA forecasts the economy to remain ‘stable’
The Macau Economic Association (MEA) has released its latest report on the “Macau Economic Sentiment Index.” In the report, the association notes that it is expected ... -
Macau tightens screening after unexplained pneumonia death in Russia
Macau and Hong Kong are strengthening border health screening after a researcher died of pneumonia of unknown cause in Russia’s Irkutsk region. However, authorities continue to ... -
Caritas widens elderly meal network with two new kitchens
Caritas is preparing to open two new “Delightful Kitchen” community dining facilities in Praia do Manduco and Areia Preta, thereby expanding its meal service network for ... -
IMF holds Macau growth forecast at 3.3%
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has maintained its forecast for Macau’s economic growth at 3.3% this year, with expansion expected to slow to 3.1% in 2027, ... -
PJ cracks a knife robbery; casino proxy-betting case
The Judiciary Police (PJ) announced yesterday at a special press conference the resolution of an armed robbery in a hotel room and an illegal gambling operation ... -
Safe, boring, and blissfully uninformed
News isn’t news unless it’s shared on social media. That unwritten rule is quietly shaping how an entire generation of Macau youth understands the city they ... -
Antique cannon found in Ilha Verde, origins still unknown
An antique cannon has been unearthed at a construction site in Ilha Verde, and the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) says experts are still studying its origins. ... -
International forum on civilizations to be held next month
The “International Forum on Mutual Learning of Civilizations 2026” will be held November 9–10 and will feature three special themes that examine the contemporary value of ... -
‘Hush! Beach Concert x Urban Sports Festival’ set for November 14-15
The “Hush! Beach Concert x Urban Sports Festival 2026” will take place over the weekend of November 14 and 15 at Hac Sa Beach, themed “Energy ... -
DSEDJ event seeks to deepen local youths’ national understanding
The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) held a “Meet with Youth” communication event to help young people better understand China’s development and strengthen national identity. ... -
MGM brings families together for Cotai Carnival
MGM hosted its MGM Family Carnival at the MGM Cotai Ballroom on Oct. 10, welcoming more than 1,000 participants under the theme “Family + Wellness.” The ... -
New bridge linking China and North Korea will open more than a decade late
A new bridge linking China and North Korea is set to open Thursday after more than a decade of delay in the latest sign of closer ... -
Taiwan plans to buy liquefied natural gas from Alaska pipeline project
Taiwan plans to buy 6 million metric tons (6.6 million U.S. tons) of liquefied natural gas annually from a U.S. project once extraction starts and could ... -
Residents say they have heard new explosions in Riyadh
New explosions have been heard in the Saudi capital, residents said Wednesday, as blame again quickly fell on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in neighboring Yemen. The Saudi-led ... -
FIFA will propose $6.3 billion funding for sport development
FIFA will propose to its members a $6.35 billion development fund for the next four-year cycle, including a boosted amount of $25 million for each national ... -
Barcelona and Arsenal win, Bayern stunned and misery for Man United
Barcelona survived a scare against Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday. But Bayern Munich was stunned by a late equalizer from Viking in a 3-3 ... -
IMF chief urges the US and other wealthy nations to rein in debt
The head of the International Monetary Fund said Wednesday that the U.S. and other wealthy nations need to urgently tackle mounting global debt levels that are ... -
Pope Leo spent ‘a tranquil night’ in the hospital after cancer surgery, Vatican says
Pope Leo XIV spent a tranquil night in Rome’s Gemelli hospital following an operation to remove the lower lobe of his right lung and a confirmed ... -
Thursday, October 15, 2026 – edition no. 5055
* Unfriendly bridge — Following a string of fatal motorcycle crashes on Ponte da Amizade, authorities plan to encourage riders to use dedicated lanes on the ... -
Outdoor Performance Venue management to move into private hands in Q2 2027
The government aims to hand over operations of the Outdoor Performance Venue to a private market operator in the second quarter of next year (Q2 2027) ... -
Spain seeks deeper investment ties ahead of tourism forum
On Monday, the Spanish consul general for Macau and Hong Kong, Jesús Gracia Aldaz, outlined plans to expand business ties in financial technology and life sciences ... -
UBS, CLSA: Casino earnings set to fall as costs outpace revenue
The casino sector is expected to report an 11% year-over-year decline in third-quarter earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), driven by higher commissions and ... -
Residents call for preservation as gov’t launches Patio do Espinho renewal
The Macao Community Construction Promotion Association and the Patio do Espinho Original Residents’ Concern Group recently held a community forum to discuss the area’s revitalization and ... -
Consumer confidence continued to erode in Q3
Consumer confidence fell in the third quarter (Q3) of 2026, with the overall index dropping below the 100-point threshold that separates confidence from a lack of ... -
Macau and Philippines sign new Air Services Agreement
The Civil Aviation Authority of Macao SAR and the Civil Aeronautics Board of the Republic of the Philippines signed a bilateral Air Services Agreement (ASA) to ... -
UM sets 22,000-student target in five-year plan focused on Hengqin
The University of Macau (UM) has unveiled its five-year development plan for the 2026/27 to 2030/31 academic years, projecting that its student body will exceed 22,000 ... -
Guangzhou-Macau flights take off in December
China Southern Airlines will launch a daily direct service between Guangzhou and Macau starting December 10, according to the airline’s official website. Flight CZ5013 departs from ... -
Woman caught smuggling silver pellets at Gongbei
Gongbei Customs said Tuesday that it stopped a Hong Kong resident attempting to smuggle more than 10 kilograms of silver pellets into mainland China. The authority ... -
MGTO features Macau culinary heritage at World Food Forum
At the 2026 World Food Forum in Rome, the Macau Government Tourism Office highlighted Macau’s role as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy by presenting the ... -
MICE Conference to debate the future of media management in Macau
Macau will host the International Media Management Academic Association (IMMAA) annual conference from today through October 17. Under the theme “Bridging Cultures in Media Management,” the ... -
MIF fairs to host 10 business-matching sessions
Macau will host 10 themed business-matching sessions across three concurrent trade exhibitions from Oct. 21-24 as the city seeks to strengthen commercial links between China and ... -
Pearl Dragon and Fu Man Lou to co-curate Mountain-and-Sea culinary feast
In November, Pearl Dragon, the Cantonese‑Chaozhou restaurant at Studio City Macau, will join forces with Fu Man Lou Hokkien Cuisine from Chengdu to present the “Canton ... -
AIM and MGM host brand expansion festival
The Industrial Association of Macau (AIM) and MGM co-hosted an event to help local SMEs expand into regional markets and strengthen local brands’ competitiveness. Building on ... -
Beyond The Buzzer: ‘NBA Cares x Sands Cares’ turns a world-class event into community impact
The “NBA Cares x Sands Cares Community Impact Week 2026” brought the community and the region together Oct. 7-11, engaging over 2,900 students, community members and ...
