Yearly Archives: 2026
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Friday, June 26, 2026 – edition no. 4979
* The 13th Hour — After years of controversy, The 13 has been rebranded and is betting on a gold-plated comeback, testing Macau’s appetite for ultra-luxury ... -
The ‘almost forgotten’ day of the city: Why June 24 is not a bigger deal
In Western cultures, June 24 has traditionally been linked to midsummer and the feast day of Saint John the Baptist. While Macau’s ancient traditions, namely the ... -
Visa study points to rise in short cross-border trips in GBA, with digital payments playing larger role
A new Visa study has found that cross-border travel within the Greater Bay Area (GBA) is increasingly characterized by shorter and more frequent trips, with payment ... -
Fire damages protected heritage building on Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro
A fire at a ground-floor shop on Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro raged for over an hour yesterday morning, forcing road closures, with the Cultural Affairs Bureau ... -
TSI rejects appeal from Burmese woman sentenced to expulsion from Macau
A Burmese woman has had her appeal to remain in Macau on humanitarian grounds dismissed after the courts upheld an expulsion order. The case dates back ... -
Bus operators report higher 2025 profits on record ridership
Macau’s two main bus operators recorded improved financial performance in 2025, supported by record passenger demand and lower fuel costs, with combined net profit exceeding MOP97.1 ... -
Premier says tech advancements an ‘opportunity’ for the world, not a threat
China’s Premier Li Qiang yesterday defended the country’s technological advancements as an opportunity for the world rather than a threat. Li also said the country’s heavy ... -
Is Macau’s cash handout a cure or a crutch?
Is the cash handout scheme really what Macau residents need most? As the city’s economic and social landscape evolves, the question arises: can simply “giving away ... -
CCAC uncovers courier kickback scheme involving HKD1.1 million in bribes
The Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) has uncovered a long-running corruption scheme in which a local supplier allegedly paid monthly kickbacks to secure subcontracted parcel delivery services ... -
Outdoor Performance Venue temporary stage open for bookings
The Cultural Affairs Bureau has announced that a temporary stage at the Macao Outdoor Performance Venue in Cotai has been completed and is now available for ... -
Sun Yat-sen 160th anniversary exhibition set for October
To mark the 160th anniversary of Dr Sun Yat-sen’s birth this year, the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) has announced plans to hold commemorative activities in the ... -
DSAL and Sands China launch ‘hire-first, then train’ program
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) has partnered with Sands China to launch the “Passenger Services Integrated Talent Development Program,” offering six supervisor trainee positions under a ... -
Workshop raises GBA integration questions due to local-only policy
The “Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Song Writers Quest 2026–2027” officially launched yesterday, but its accompanying training workshop, positioned as a pathway to the regional competition, ... -
Crime Police warn of Facebook scams involving fake travel and food pages
The Judiciary Police (PJ) have warned the public about fraudulent advertisements circulating on Facebook, where scammers impersonate local travel agencies or specialty food retailers to sell ... -
Galaxy Macau launches summer with motorsurf, drone football, and floral displays
Galaxy Macau has launched a summer-long program featuring aquatic sports spectacles, interactive football experiences, and immersive installations across the resort. At the Grand Resort Deck, weekend ... -
‘Wynn Signature’ events win international marketing accolades
Two “Wynn Signature” events have been recognized at the Drum Awards for Marketing APAC 2026 and the 26th IAI Awards. The Wynn Signature – Hypercar Exhibition ... -
Japan says that China has detained two of its citizens suspected of smuggling banned items
China has detained two Japanese citizens suspected of smuggling items prohibited from import or export, a Japanese official said yesterday, in a case reportedly linked to rare ... -
Senate for first time approves a war powers resolution in a rebuke to Trump over Iran conflict
The Senate for the first time approved a war powers resolution yesterday (Macau time) seeking to block U.S. military action against Iran, as lawmakers warily watch President Donald ... -
1970 New peace plan for Middle East
The United States has launched its latest plan to bring peace to the Middle East. US Secretary of State William Rogers announced his initiative to encourage ... -
Cristiano Ronaldo roars back with two goals as Portugal beats Uzbekistan 5-0
Cristiano Ronaldo rebounded from a lackluster start to his sixth World Cup and led Portugal to a dominant victory over Uzbekistan yesterday (Macau time), renewing hope that ... -
Multiple teams playing for spots in knockout stage as schedule ramps up
The World Cup opened with two games per day over during its first two days and expanded to four games a day over the next 10. Now the ... -
Kim claims progress on nuclear-armed navy as new warship is placed into service
North Korea has commissioned a 5,000-ton destroyer that leader Kim Jong Un touts as a symbol of the country’s growing naval and nuclear capabilities, state media reported yesterday, ... -
European heat wave triggers health warnings from London to Milan as temperatures rise even higher
People in large parts of the U.K. are being warned that high temperatures will present a risk to life yesterday as a “heat-dome” over Western Europe ... -
Thursday, June 25, 2026 – edition no. 4978
* The Forgotten Day — Macau’s City Day marking the 1622 Dutch invasion defense has faded despite preservation efforts, the Times finds * Quick Getaways — ... -
Vietnam seen as gateway for Macau businesses, says ASEAN chamber
The Macao ASEAN International Chamber of Commerce (MAICC) is boosting its efforts to position Macau as a bridge between the Greater Bay Area and Southeast Asia, ... -
New economy chief debuts with ASEAN tourism call
Newly appointed Secretary for Economy and Finance Ng Wai Han made her first public appearance yesterday, telling an Indonesia business forum that tourism is a key ... -
Most residents lack confidence in financial sustainability of future elderly care, survey finds
Over 80% of survey respondents expressed concerns about elderly care, with most lacking confidence in the long-term financial viability of future arrangements. The Macau Social Security ... -
Morgan Stanley holds off on casinos, citing uncertain recovery outlook
With second-quarter earnings season approaching, Morgan Stanley is advising investors to remain on the sidelines when it comes to Macau gaming stocks, arguing that cheap valuations ... -
Macau might soon host an ‘FIA Training Center’
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem raised the possibility of Macau hosting an “FIA Training Center” in the future. “Training is part of our spinal cord. We ... -
High oil prices drive a surge in Chinese electric vehicle sales, but charging networks lag behind
The war in Iran has helped reshape the global electric vehicle market, giving Chinese automakers an opening across the developing world as soaring fuel prices push ... -
Summer travelers to enjoy 50% off airport parking from next month
From the beginning of next month until August 31, passengers departing from Macau International Airport during the summer holidays will be entitled to a 50% parking ... -
Man loses nearly MOP120,000 in hotel booking commission scam
A middle-aged Macau man has fallen victim to a suspected hotel booking commission scam, losing nearly MOP120,000, the Judiciary Police said (PJ). Police received a report ... -
Lawmaker raises concerns over elderly residence services and rent
Lawmaker Leong Hong Sai has submitted a written interpellation to the government requesting updates on three outstanding issues concerning the “Residence for the Elderly,” the government’s ... -
Smart Nursery faces end of cooperation as legal appeals continue
The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) said it has been notified by the court that the management entity of Smart Nursery has withdrawn all administrative lawsuits following ... -
CPI rises 1.43% in May
Composite Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 1.43% year-on-year in May 2026 and 0.17% month-on-month, according to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). Over the 12 months ...
