Yearly Archives: 2026
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Gov’t says employers ‘do not intentionally violate the law’ as illegal work cases rise
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) revealed that 668 non-residents were found working illegally in Macau last year. However, officials noted that “the majority of employers do ... -
Cotai’s outdoor performance venue could reach MOP3.6 million
Authorities announced yesterday that rental fees for the Cotai outdoor performance venue could reach MOP3.6 million under a new monthly rental model. In recent orders published ... -
St. Paul’s restoration nears completion as ‘Peace Dove’ statue remains unfinished
The Ruins of St. Paul’s, a World Heritage Site and historic landmark in Macau, is undergoing restoration, with the overseeing restorer reporting that the second and ... -
Pac On Road lane closures set for tunnel project
Traffic restrictions will close the inner lane of Pac On Road in Taipa from today until June 30, for pile foundation work on the Taipa Grande ... -
Guangdong Province aims for 4.5%-5% growth in 2026
Guangdong Province, China’s economic powerhouse, is targeting 4.5% to 5% GDP growth in 2026, Governor Meng Fanli announced yesterday during the fifth session of the 14th ... -
Short-term parking fees expand to five more lots
Five additional public parking lots in the city will adopt a half-hour charging model starting February 4, the Traffic Affairs Bureau (DSAT) recently announced. The DSAT ... -
Northeast monsoon expected this weekend
The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) predicts that a northeast monsoon will reach southern China this weekend, leading to a temperature drop in Macau early next ... -
Customs intercept six cases of illegal trafficking
Customs intercepted six cases of illegal trafficking, seizing 390 cameras, 33 kilograms of lamb, 24 used electronic items, and approximately 2,594 grams of cigars. The cases ... -
EASL Finals to take place in Macau this March
The East Asia Super League (EASL) has announced that this year’s EASL Finals will return to Macau, where they were also held last year. The EASL ... -
Art exhibition opens ‘a new chapter’ in Sino-Portuguese cultural exchange
The exhibition “I Am Here: Helena Almeida – Presence and Resonance” opened recently at the Macao Museum of Art, marking a new chapter in Sino-Portuguese cultural ... -
Rotax MAX crowns Trophy Asia 2026 winners in Macau
The Rotax MAX Challenge (RMC) crowned the winners of the International Trophy Asia 2026 on Sunday following a series of competitive racing rounds at the Coloane ... -
Transmac to run One Oasis shuttle service
One Oasis residents and the management company have sent letters to the government seeking to suspend the ban on using tour buses for the residential complex’s ... -
Macau chapter of ‘Dress a Girl Around the World’ plans mission to Mozambique
A delegation from the Macau chapter of Dress a Girl Around the World met with Mozambique’s Consul-General in Macau recently to present plans for an upcoming ... -
Manila tells Beijing it is alarmed over escalating verbal tussle in sea dispute
The Philippines told China yesterday that it is alarmed about heated exchanges with Chinese diplomats in Manila over the long-standing, seething territorial dispute between the two ... -
The uphill battle for Black talent in Italian fashion
A day before an emerging Ghanaian designer made his Milan runway debut, Michelle Francine Ngonmo was troubleshooting how to squeeze more people into the venue to ... -
1945 Auschwitz death camp liberated
The Red Army has liberated the Nazis’ biggest concentration camp at Auschwitz in south-western Poland. According to reports, hundreds of thousands of Polish people, as well ... -
Pegula knocks Keys out of Australian Open, faces Anisimova in quarters
Jessica Pegula knocked podcast pal and defending champion Madison Keys out of the Australian Open yesterday to secure a quarterfinal against Amanda Anisimova, another all-American match. ... -
Canadian David finding his form at Juventus with home World Cup approaching
Canada standout Jonathan David is rediscovering his form with a home World Cup approaching. David scored his third goal in four matches and Juventus beat defending ... -
At least 18 killed, hundreds rescued after ferry disaster
A ferry with more than 350 people on board sank early yesterday near an island in the southern Philippines, killing at least 18 people, officials said. ... -
US security agreement for Ukraine is ‘100% ready’ to be signed, Zelenskyy says
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said yesterday [Macau time] that a U.S. security guarantees document for Ukraine is “100% ready” after two days of talks involving representatives from ... -
Sell US Treasury Bonds!
Donald Trump’s continued insistence that the United States should annex Greenland triggered a strong condemnation from European governments. Trump responded by threatening to impose additional tariffs ... -
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 – edition no. 4882
* China’s military shake-up — Top general sacked from the powerful Central Military Commission * Governance | Xia Baolong urges SAR lawmakers to embed executive-led model ... -
Future of LRT in public consultation, South line confirms absence of ferry station
The Public Works Bureau (DSOP) has launched a public consultation on the future development of the Light Rapid Transit (LRT) system. The public consultation comes, as ... -
International visitors close the year on a crescendo, still below expectations
The number of international visitors to Macau has recorded a crescendo at the end of 2025, with December delivering the highest result of the year. In ... -
Macau-Hengqin campus eyes over 20,000 students
Education and Youth Development (DSEDJ) director Kong Chi Meng touted Macau-Hengqin International University Town as a driver of cross-border innovations at the opening yesterday of the ... -
Kiang Wu Hospital Museum set for repairs with up to MOP500,000 in funding
The Kiang Wu Hospital History and Heritage Museum, situated within Macau’s private Kiang Wu Hospital, has been designated as part of the fourth batch of national-level ... -
Local eateries anticipate price increases during CNY holiday
As the Chinese New Year approaches, many eateries in Macau are expected to adjust their menu prices, following reports from the Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) indicating ... -
The last two pandas in Japan are leaving for China as ties are strained
Japanese panda fans gathered yesterday for the final public viewing at Tokyo’s Ueno zoo before twins Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei return to China this week. Their departure ... -
New commissioner appointed for Beijing’s Foreign Affairs Office in Macau
China’s central government has appointed Bian Lixin as the new commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China in the Macau ... -
Nine fall ill after dining at Cotai hotel
Nine diners from two separate groups developed gastrointestinal symptoms after eating at the Hampton Court in Cotai, authorities reported. Patients, who consumed raw oysters, sashimi, and ... -
Civil servant sacked for flaunting Turbojet cabin
Ricky Cheng, director of the Hong Kong government’s Liaison Office in Tianjin, has been let go and will face a criminal probe after flaunting alleged free ... -
Macao Union Medical Center to take over island emergency station
From Jan. 28, the Macao Union Medical Center will take over the Islands Emergency Station previously operated by Conde de São Januário Hospital, maintaining existing operations. ... -
Gov’t urge caution over European infant formula recall
Two European food companies, Hochdorf and Danone, are recalling several batches of infant formula potentially contaminated with Bacillus cereus. The Municipal Affairs Bureau and the Health ... -
Adjustment to bus routes triggered by LRT work
Traffic diversions began Saturday near the Portas do Cerco Border Post due to preliminary construction for the Light Rail East Line’s ES1 Station access road, Authorities ... -
12 convicted in hiring bribery case
The Court of First Instance has handed down convictions to 12 individuals involved in a bribery scheme linked to job recruitment at a major casino operator. ...
