Monthly Archives: February 2026
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Hong Kong firm begins proceedings over ruling against its Panama Canal port contract
Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison Holdings said yesterday its subsidiary started arbitration proceedings against Panama after that country’s Supreme Court ruled a concession for the subsidiary to ... -
Committee member proposes direct bus service from the Islands to Kiang Wu
Leong Meng Ian, a committee member of the Islands District Community Service Consultative Committee, has called for more convenient transportation for residents in the Islands District ... -
New integrated resort-airport city terminal launched for high-end travelers
An additional integrated resort-airport City Terminal for Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) was launched yesterday, aimed at enhancing Hong Kong’s efforts to attract “high-end” customers from ... -
Gov’t classifies chocolate snacks as less desirable options
The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) has mandated that school canteens and vending machines remove chocolate-containing snacks due to their caffeine content. In accordance with ... -
BOC Macau launches WeChat Mini program payment
Bank of China Macau launched its first BOC Pay WeChat Mini Program payment service this month, enabling seamless transactions within the WeChat ecosystem. According to reports, ... -
Mail to Portugal is expected to face delays
Mail and parcel services from Macau to Portugal are delayed due to severe weather from Storm Leonardo and the aftermath of Storm Kristin that struck several ... -
Half-hour parking fee to expand following positive feedback
Following positive user feedback, the Transport Bureau (DSAT) plans to further expand the “half-hour charging” policy to cover more parking lot facilities. The measure, implemented last ... -
COD launches ‘Ride the Wave of Prosperity’
City of Dreams (COD) is honoring the Year of the Horse with a series of horse-themed sculptures in its indoor and outdoor spaces. Theme “Ride the ... -
Galaxy rings in the CNY with festive privileges
Galaxy Macau launched the “Start the Year Lucky at Galaxy Macau” campaign to help guests try their hand at good fortune by participating in a curated ... -
Northern areas hit by heavy snowfall, as warnings issued for more
Heavy snow piling up in northern Japan in the last two weeks has blocked roads and is blamed for dozens of deaths nationwide so far, government ... -
Modi praised for US trade deal as opposition questions impact on agriculture
Indian lawmakers from the ruling coalition praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday [Macau time] for striking a deal with the U.S. that seeks to reduce tariffs ... -
Mindful Escape: TRIA Spa’s Exclusive Journeys at MGM MACAU
In the fast pace of modern life, true renewal often begins with a moment of pause. Nestled within the serene surroundings of MGM MACAU, TRIA Spa ... -
Madrid to ban social media for under-16s, joining others in Europe
Spain plans to ban social media access for children under 16, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said yesterday [Macau time], in a move designed to shield young ... -
1996 First GM food goes on sale in UK
The first genetically modified, or GM, food goes on sale today in British supermarkets. Genetically modified tomato puree, which will be available in Safeway and Sainsbury ... -
Kiefer honors forgotten female alchemists in war-scarred Milan ballroom with monumental exhibition
German contemporary artist Anselm Kiefer pays tribute to one of Milan’s most majestic yet melancholy spaces inside Palazzo Reale with the site-specific exhibition titled “The Women ... -
NBA names Raptors’ Rajaković as coach for World team at All-Star Game
Darko Rajakovic always feels like he’s representing Serbia. At the All-Star Game, he’ll be representing the world. Rajakovic, the Toronto Raptors’ head coach, will be the ... -
China’s Xi and Russia’s Putin reinforce ties in video call
Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed his country’s growing economic cooperation with China in a video call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping yesterday. The virtual meeting came ... -
European Union citizens want more unified and bold leadership, survey suggests
Citizens across the European Union want more unified, stronger and ambitious leadership of the 27-nation bloc as it faces military threats, economic pressures and climate instability, ... -
Pope faces crisis as traditionalists plan bishop consecrations without consent
Pope Leo XIV is facing his first major crisis with traditionalist Catholics as a breakaway group attached to the traditional Latin Mass announced plans to consecrate ... -
Thursday, February 5, 2026 – edition no. 4889
*Airport targets Southeast Asia — Strategic new routes aim to boost regional connectivity * Shopping | Galeries Lafayette quietly exits after two years * Labor | ... -
China’s Xi and Russia’s Putin hold talks by video
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks via video today (Wednesday), Chinese state media said. There were no immediate details on their ... -
return sparks industry concerns over legal compliance and operations
Banned in Macau since mid 2017 to protect the licensed taxi industry, Uber has announced its return to the local market, offering “metered taxi” services. While ... -
MGTO expects 175,000 daily during CNY
This year’s Chinese New Year (CNY) holiday is forecasted to see a daily average of up to 175,000 visitors in Macau, with an over 90% hotel ... -
LRT passengers getting closer to all-time record
The average daily number of passengers transported by the Light Rapid Transit (LRT) system is approaching its all-time record of 33,000, set in the first month ... -
No hotels outside of Cotai were built in 2025
A single hotel project in Cotai has concluded construction in 2025, according to data released by the Land and Public Works Bureau (DSSCU), while three additional ... -
PJ cracks down on illegal currency exchanges ahead of CNY
The Judiciary Police (PJ) intercepted four illegal currency exchange operations on Monday, seizing more than HKD400,000 in cash and chips from a Cotai hotel jewelry shop ... -
13-year-old swims for hours to save family swept out to sea
A 13-year-old boy is credited with saving the lives of his mother and two younger siblings with an hourslong swim after the family was swept out ... -
Women’s association calls for noise control, better Hengqin livelihood
The Women’s General Association of Macau is urging authorities to ease daily life in Hengqin and address persistent noise problems in Macau’s older districts. During their ... -
CCAC concludes inquiry into building in ZAPE, no wrongdoing found
The Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) has concluded an inquiry into the construction project at Avenida do Dr. Rodrigo Rodrigues No. 465-513 (Land plot 134 of ZAPE) ... -
Chocolate drinks, snacks banned from schools due to caffeine concerns
A vending machine service provider recently shared on social media new regulations from the Education and Youth Development Bureau that mandate the removal of all chocolate ... -
UFC returns to Macau in May
The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to Galaxy Macau from May 28 to 30, 2026, to deliver three consecutive nights of world-class mixed martial arts action. The ... -
TurboJet launches off-site check-in, baggage screening for Shenzhen Airport
The TurboJet company announced yesterday the launch of a new sailing route from the Outer Harbor Ferry Terminal to Shenzhen Airport. Coinciding with this launch, the ... -
Why China is building so many coal plants despite its solar and wind boom
Even as China’s expansion of solar and wind power raced ahead in 2025, the Asian giant opened many more coal power plants than it had in ... -
Beijing to ban hidden door handles on cars starting 2027
China will ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly used on Tesla’s electric vehicles and many other EV models, starting next year. All car doors must ... -
People mark Setsubun with bean-throwing to ward off evil spirits
Scores gathered at a shrine in Japan’s Hakone to try and catch “lucky beans,” hoping to ward off evil spirits as they celebrate the last day ...
