Monthly Archives: January 2026
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Free childcare scheme for disadvantaged families opens for applications
The Social Welfare Bureau said applications for its newly launched free childcare scheme for disadvantaged families opened on Monday, receiving 22 applications in the first two ... -
Social Security Fund warns of scam calls
The Social Security Fund (FSS) has warned the public to remain vigilant after receiving reports from residents in neighboring regions of suspected scam calls using falsified ... -
SSM reports first imported Zika case of 2026
Macau has recorded its first imported Zika virus case of 2026, involving a 53-year-old local man who recently traveled to Malaysia, the Health Bureau (SSM) said. ... -
‘Women from the Sea’ brings ocean stories to Macau, Hong Kong
“Women from the Sea,” a UNESCO-endorsed documentary directed and written by Raquel Clemente Martins, will be showcased in Macau and Hong Kong on January 31, with ... -
JP Morgan projects GGR of over MOP8b in the first 11 days of 2026
Analysts at JPMorgan Investment Bank estimate that the local gaming industry generated just over MOP8 billion in the first 11 days of this year. According to ... -
Three homegrown tech companies set for first listings
Currently, three Macau-founded tech firms have entered the pre-listing stage and are expected to debut on the main board of the stock exchange this year. This ... -
Melco and SJM to update workers’ wages from Apr. 1
Melco Resorts & Entertainment and SJM Resorts, S.A. have, as expected, followed the previous announcements from other gaming concessionaires and announced salary increases for their employees, ... -
Centaline optimistic about market amid strong transaction growth
Centaline Group founder Shih Wing-ching expressed confidence in Macau’s property market during the company’s 2025 annual dinner earlier this week, noting positive developments in the past ... -
Melco head chef joins UN-led global young chefs initiative
A Macau-based chef has been selected for a global culinary initiative jointly organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the ... -
Galaxy chef to participate in UN Young Chefs Programme
Daniel Chio, a local chef from Galaxy Macau, has been selected for the Young Chefs Programme (YCP) organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the ... -
Car exports surged in 2025, but domestic demand slowed
China’s auto exports surged 21% in 2025, driven by rising shipments of electric vehicles, while domestic demand slowed, an industry association said yesterday. Confronted with grueling ... -
Vance to meet Danish and Greenlandic officials in Washington
A long the narrow, snow-covered main street in Greenland’s capital, international journalists and camera crews stop passersby every few meters asking them for their thoughts on a ... -
1973 Nixon orders ceasefire in Vietnam
President Nixon has ordered a halt to American bombing in North Vietnam following peace talks in Paris. The decision comes after Dr Henry Kissinger, the president’s ... -
Olympic Alpine slopes filled with tales: Tiger’s lost tooth in Cortina; Bode’s 1-ski show in Bormio
Tiger Woods’ tooth might still be buried at the bottom of the Cortina downhill course ever since a wild day — and a record-breaking run — ... -
Construction crane falls onto a moving train, killing 30 people
A construction crane fell onto a moving passenger train, causing a fiery derailment yesterday that killed at least 30 people and injured scores in northeastern Thailand. ... -
Luxury retailer Saks Global files for bankruptcy as it prepares to restructure
Luxury retailer Saks Global has filed for bankruptcy, preparing to reposition itself in the increasingly competitive upscale market after obtaining about $1.75 billion in financing commitments. ... -
Jane Street’s HK foray hits only a small snag
At first glance, China’s scrutiny of Jane Street Group and other foreign firms that participate in its exchange-traded fund market seems like a major setback for ... -
Thursday, January 15, 2026 – edition no. 4874
* Toxic smog — Macau air quality hits historic unhealthy levels amid winter smog* Welfare | Macau appoints 48 family mediators to oversee sessions * Gaming ... -
Birth-rate decline sparks concerns over teacher unemployment
The declining birth rate in Macau has raised concerns among Legislative Assembly (AL) members about potential teacher unemployment, with Vong Kuoc Ieng, vice president of the ... -
International regatta canceled without warning or justification
The 2026 Macao International Regatta is not proceeding as initially planned. The event, scheduled to start today and run through Sunday (Jan. 18), will not take ... -
Over 2,200 units sold in Zone A public housing projects
Latest data from the Housing Bureau (IH) show that three subsidized home ownership buildings in Zone A – Tong Seng Building, Tong Chong Building, and Tong ... -
Six arrested after HKD500,000 lost in illegal currency exchange
A suspected currency exchanger allegedly fell victim to a “double-cross,” losing HKD500,000 during an illegal currency exchange transaction. Police from Macau and Zhuhai jointly arrested six ... -
Gov’t utilizes over 340 smart devices in care homes to boost elderly care
Nursing homes and rehabilitation centers across Macau have installed more than 340 pieces of technological equipment to safeguard elderly residents, people with disabilities, and care workers, ... -
Former Navy sailor sentenced to 16 years for selling information about ships to Chinese
A former U.S. Navy sailor convicted of selling technical and operating manuals for ships and operating systems to an intelligence officer working for China was sentenced ... -
SME loan arrears reach MOP200 million
As of the end of 2024, the outstanding balance of Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Aid Scheme loans stood at about MOP1.886 billion, with more than ... -
Gov’t approves 662 repairs in 2025
The Housing Bureau (IH) approved 662 building maintenance fund applications in 2025, totaling over MOP66.05 million. 15 buildings received multiple grants, with 492 buildings benefiting overall, ... -
Five vehicles collide on Sai Wan Bridge, injuring three
Five private cars collided on Sai Wan Bridge, resulting in three drivers being injured and taken to hospitals. The accident occurred Monday, leaving oil stains on ... -
Man caught smuggling 19 used phones in electric wheelchair
A man in an electric wheelchair traveling through Gongbei Port to Zhuhai last week was intercepted by customs officers due to a layer of blue plastic ... -
12 scholars from MPU ranked among top 2% of global scientists
Twelve scholars from the Macau Polytechnic University (MPU) have been ranked among the top 2% of global scientists, following a review of notable performances by faculty ... -
Galaxy, Wynn announce 2% salary update; others likely to follow
Gaming concessionaires Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) and Wynn Macau have announced a 2026 salary update for all eligible team members at the senior manager grade and ... -
Merchants hope Northern District festival will drive spending
Local merchants participating in the ongoing 17th edition of the Northern District Consumer Carnival are optimistic that the event will help attract foot traffic, stimulate spending, and boost ... -
Galaxy Macau to host coffee cultural festival
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) will host the “Galaxy Macau Chill Coffee” Macau Coffee Cultural Festival from January 16 to 18 at the Hall ABC of the ... -
‘Flow’ solo exhibition opens at Creative Macau
Creative Macau – Center for Creative Industries has opened a solo exhibition by artist Alice Costa, also known as Lili, titled “Flow.” Running until January 31, ... -
Conviction in Jimmy Lai’s case demonstrates effectiveness of legal system for safeguarding national security
The conviction in Jimmy Lai’s case was based on a solid and comprehensive chain of evidence, demonstrating the robustness and effectiveness of Hong Kong’s legal system ... -
Adelaide Writers Week canceled as 180 speakers withdraw
Organizers of Australia’s largest free literary festival canceled the event yesterday after more than 180 writers and speakers withdrew over the scrapping of an appearance by ...
