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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Paulo Coutinho
Macau,
Lawmaker Ella Lei has raised several concerns about healthcare demand and staffing pressures as Macau transitions into an ultra-aged society. In a written inquiry, the lawmaker noted that,
The Social Security Fund recently released a study on the current status and development of the Non-Mandatory Central Provident Fund, recommending the continuation of non-mandatory
In an effort to channel benefits from Macau’s visitors into local economies, lawmaker Ngan Iek Hang has called for themed walking routes to steer Macau’s
Macau's gross gaming revenue is forecast to rise 5-6% in 2026 on strength in the mass and slot markets, JP Morgan analysts said in a new
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) has dismissed allegations regarding the relocation of former satellite casino employees, calling them false rumors. In a written response to
When deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro makes his first appearance in a New York courtroom today to face U.S. drug charges, he will likely follow
Following the expansion of the RMB/MOP swap agreement between the People’s Bank of China and the Monetary Authority of Macau (AMCM) to RMB50 billion (MOP57 billion), the
The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) will launch a free childcare program for vulnerable families on Jan. 12. Eligible households, including single-parent, disabled, or low-income families, must have a
The Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) has launched the third phase of its subsidy program to phase out old diesel vehicles, accepting applications until Jan. 4, 2028, for a
The Judiciary Police have arrested three mainland Chinese nationals suspected of providing unlawful loans for gambling and referred them for prosecution. According to the case, a mainland male
The Monetary Authority of Macau reported that resident deposits fell 0.7% month-on-month to MOP810.2 billion in November 2025. During the same period, local private sector loans
The second phase of restoration work on the Ruins of St. Paul’s is currently underway, with the construction period expected to last until Feb. 9.
The Urban Renewal Committee, chaired by Secretary for Transport and Public Works Raymond Tam, opened its first 2026 meeting yesterday, outlining plans to accelerate redevelopment, expand
Six judges took their oaths of office yesterday during a ceremony at noon, presided over by Court of Final Appeal president Song Man Lei. Chief Executive
Taipa Market’s new “gastronomy + culture and creativity” area has attracted large numbers of visitors since its launch last month, boosting food court and souvenir
Macau welcomed a record-high number of visitors during mainland China’s three-day New Year’s break in 2025, with 2.29 million passengers crossing through checkpoints under the
Melco Resorts & Entertainment has donated HKD3 million to support the construction and relocation of the Hangkou Town Healthcare Center in Xiushui County, Jiangxi Province, in line with
Fitch Ratings has assigned a ‘BB-’ rating to SJM Holdings Limited’s (SJMH) proposed senior unsecured notes, with a Negative Outlook. The notes, to be issued by SJMH’s wholly
Two Vietnamese girls come out of a Vietnamese convenience store with signboard including Chinese characters in downtown Bac Ninh The transformation of Vietnam’s Bac Ninh
An unknown man brandishing a metal crowbar has attacked American figure-skater Nancy Kerrigan. The 24-year-old skater was forced to withdraw from the US national championships in Detroit after
Coco Gauff dropped a post on social media just before she started her United Cup singles match yesterday, hoping to add context to her recent
Ruben Amorim Ruben Amorim is out as coach of Manchester United after just 14 months in the job. The Premier League club announced on
Pakistan and China called for more “visible and verifiable” steps to eliminate terrorist organizations based in Afghanistan and to prevent Afghan territory from being used
New Formula 1 team Cadillac made another experienced hire yesterday with the choice of former Sauber driver Zhou Guanyu as its reserve. The only driver from China
Jorge Costa Oliveira In a recent article, we saw how excessive debt, when not matched by an adequate equity ratio or by income generated within the timeframe
* Golden Strain — Elderly population to hit 21% by 2029, raising concerns over society’s pressure on healthcare * Social Security | Study backs shift to mandatory provident
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