Yearly Archives: 2026
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Gaming growth faces geopolitical, regional risks in 2026, says political analyst
Recent analysis suggests that Macau’s gaming revenue may be poised for recovery, as a report from Morgan Stanley indicates that January data shows signs of improvement. ... -
Population falls again as births drop to lowest rate since 1949 communist revolution
How do you persuade a population to have more babies after generations of limiting families to just one? A decade after ending China’s longtime one-child policy, ... -
Group tours no longer preferred by Macau’s visitors, says MGTO
Macau’s tourism chief acknowledged yesterday that visitors’ preferences for exploring the city have significantly changed, with group tours only recovering to approximately 25% of pre-pandemic levels ... -
Maintenance warning signage taken down due to wording error
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) was alerted to a maintenance sign at a renovation site that contained errors in Chinese, Portuguese, and English and had not ... -
Woman loses over HKD730,000 after falling for ‘police’ scam
A young local woman is suspected of having fallen victim to a phone scam impersonating a police officer from Wuhan, who accused her of spreading a ... -
Reclaimed water price announced at 85% of drinking water rate
Following the announcement of reclaimed water supply, the prices have been published in the Official Gazette, with the usage fee set at 85% of the corresponding ... -
Caregiver subsidy amount raised to MOP2,400 per month
The government announced a revised caregiver subsidy policy effective this month, increasing the monthly subsidy from MOP2,175 to MOP2,400 and expanding eligibility to include individuals with ... -
Macau braces for cold wave this week
The strongest cold wave of the winter will impact Macau starting today, with temperatures dropping to 15 degrees Celsius on Jan. 21 and further falling to ... -
ID launches free fitness checks targeting sarcopenia
The Sports Bureau (ID) recently set up “Sports and Health Consultation Stations” at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Municipal Park and Flora Garden. The stations will operate daily ... -
Heritage symposium registration open until Thursday
Registration for the “Symposium on Cultural Heritage Conservation and Restoration,” hosted by the Centre for the Preservation and Transmission of the Cultural Heritage of the Palace ... -
Casinos see whale betting surge amid profit margin concerns
Citigroup’s January table survey shows a 72.3% year-over-year surge in betting volume by “multiple huge whales” across Macau’s casinos. The findings come even as JP Morgan ... -
MGTO to offer bus rides to attract international visitors
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has partnered with a Hong Kong–Macau bus service operator to launch a special offer of free direct coach tickets from ... -
MDT publisher boosts pay and bonuses for staff
Macau Times Publications Limited, the publisher of Macau Daily Times, has announced a company-wide pay rise and a Chinese New Year bonus for full-time employees, according ... -
‘Galaxy Macau Chill Coffee’ festival showcased local and regional brands
The “Galaxy Macau Chill Coffee” Macau Coffee Cultural Festival officially concluded during the weekend, bringing together 60 exhibitors from Macau, the Greater Bay Area and overseas, ... -
Philippines discovers new gas deposit near disputed waters
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced yesterday the discovery of a new natural gas deposit near the disputed South China Sea, which could shield his country ... -
Europe warns of ‘dangerous downward spiral’ after Trump threatens tariffs
The eight European countries targeted by U.S. President Donald Trump for a 10% tariff for opposing American control of Greenland blasted the move yesterday [Macau time], ... -
1961 John F Kennedy sworn in as US president
The Democrat John F Kennedy has been sworn in as the youngest ever elected president of the United States. The 43-year-old Roman Catholic was inaugurated as ... -
Djokovic equals two all-time records and wins his 100th match
Novak Djokovic equaled two all-time tennis records by starting his 21st Australian Open, and he added another milestone last night with his 100th win at Melbourne ... -
Gotterup wins opener in Hawaii
Chris Gotterup opened the new PGA Tour season with three big birdies on the back nine that carried him to a 6-under 64 and a two-shot ... -
Mané called his team back for Senegal’s win over host Morocco in chaotic final
Though he didn’t score a goal, Sadio Mané has emerged as the hero for Senegal’s unlikely triumph over host Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations ... -
Prince Harry’s court battle against British tabloids reaches final chapter
Tens of millions of dollars are on the line as Prince Harry returned to court yesterday for the third and final chapter in his legal quest ... -
Inequality and unease are rising as elite Davos event opens with pro-business Trump set to attend
Corporate chiefs and government leaders including U.S. President Donald Trump swarm into Davos, Switzerland, this week, joining an elite annual meeting that promotes dialogue and economic ... -
It’s clear who’s answering the call of times
The results of a public opinion poll conducted by the European Council on Foreign Relations and Oxford University show that China’s global influence is increasing while ... -
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 – edition no. 4877
* Counting Out Time — Time spent in Hengqin counts as time in Macau for residents * Employment | Report calls for labour force growth to ... -
Hard-right populist wins a place in a two-way runoff against center-left Socialist candidate
Lisbon – The leader of a hard-right populist party placed second in Portugal’s presidential election yesterday (Sunday) in a stunning outcome and will face a center-left ... -
Sinulog Festival hits the streets to promote peace amidst chaos
The 26th annual Sinulog Festival 2026 took to the streets of Macau yesterday, starting at Sintra Square (Praça da Amizade), with three contingent groups competing in ... -
Cape Verde gov’t reclaims Macau Legend project assets in Praia
The Cape Verde government has formally taken possession of all assets and existing structures linked to the long-stalled Macau Legend Development project in Praia, including the ... -
Fewer accidents on the roads of Macau in 2025, but more injuries and deaths
In 2025, the number of road accidents in Macau decreased by 5.62%, according to statistics released by the Public Security Police Force (PSP). In total, 14,638 ... -
Gov’t tackled 260 illegal constructions last year
The Public Works Bureau (DSOP) has released statistics indicating that in 2025, the bureau tackled 260 illegal constructions in buildings through batch processing. According to the ... -
Iris-recognition e-channel set to expand service for more non-locals
Macau currently provides 152 e-Channel lanes equipped with iris-recognition scans for registered residents of Macau and Hong Kong, with the Public Security Police Force (PSP) planning ... -
Canada’s leader leaves China pronouncing success, but Trump lurks in the background
Canadian leader Mark Carney met China’s Xi Jinping last week. The two statesmen talked. Fractured relationships began to heal. And a third man, though he wasn’t in the ... -
Woman attempts to smuggle marijuana buds from Southeast Asia
A Hong Kong woman was arrested for smuggling 17.371 kilograms of marijuana buds wrapped in aluminum foil from Southeast Asia into Macau, with an estimated street ... -
MGM Relishes L’art de Vivre through Gastronomic Excellence
In a city celebrated for its glittering skyline and world-class hospitality, MGM continues to uphold its excellence in the gastronomic front, closing 2025 with an extraordinary ... -
Gov’t yet to announce charging criteria ahead of reclaimed water supply starting in March
Reclaimed water will be supplied to residents of the Seac Pai Van public housing estate and the University of Macau beginning March 1, with the Marine ... -
President Yoweri Museveni secures 7th term as opposition rejects results
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni won his seventh term with 71.65% of the vote, according to official results Saturday, in an election marred by a days-long internet shutdown and ...
