Yearly Archives: 2026
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Lawmaker urges stronger safeguards as investment scams evolve
Lawmaker Vong Hou Piu has urged the government to strengthen its preventive measures against investment scams, warning that increasingly sophisticated schemes could expose more residents to ... -
Two mainland suspects arrested over illegal remote betting operation
Two mainland Chinese nationals were arrested after allegedly using modified clothing to conceal mobile phones while livestreaming casino gambling activities and placing bets on behalf of ... -
Marta Cowling set to become Portugal’s first female Consul General in Macau
Marta Cowling is set to become Portugal’s next Consul General in Macau and Hong Kong, succeeding Alexandre Leitão, according to public broadcaster TDM. The diplomatic appointment ... -
Gov sets sights on improving business conditions
Secretary for Economy and Finance Dora Ng reaffirmed the goal of raising the share of non-gaming industries to about 60% of gross domestic product by 2030, ... -
Rua de Entre-Campos car park opens with 86 spaces
A temporary public car park on Rua de Entre-Campos will open at 10 a.m. today, offering 86 parking spaces with a 15-minute free grace period and ... -
New leisure facilities and bus terminal planned for Zone A
New Urban Zone A will see the development of jogging trails, cycle paths and other leisure facilities, alongside a bus terminal on Plot B5, as part ... -
Qingmao Checkpoint processes over 140 million crossings, daily average hits 105,000
The Qingmao Checkpoint has processed more than 140 million passenger crossings since its opening, with this year’s figures reaching a new high. As of the end ... -
Falling wire from ninth floor hits two children
Two children were injured yesterday when a piece of wire fell from a ninth-floor unit on Avenida de Sidónio Pais, near the Fung Yu Building. A ... -
Orix sees Osaka IR as part of broader real-asset strategy
Orix Corp is positioning its involvement in the MGM Osaka integrated resort as part of a broader strategy to expand its portfolio of physical assets while ... -
Wing Lei Bar launches ‘UNITY II’
Wing Lei Bar at Wynn Palace has launched “UNITY II,” introducing six cocktails inspired by collaborations and guest-bartending exchanges across Tijuana, Bangkok, Hiriketiya, London and Vancouver. ... -
Sands China marks Parisian Macao anniversary with community event
Sands China hosted a community event Sept. 5 to mark the 10th anniversary of The Parisian Macao, bringing together about 130 participants from local social service ... -
China expands maritime pressure east of Taiwan
China is extending its maritime presence to the waters east of Taiwan, opening a new front in its campaign to pressure the self-governing island, according to ... -
China injects $53 billion into banks and insurers
China is injecting RMB360 billion ($53 billion) into major banks and insurance companies as Beijing seeks to strengthen the financial sector and support economic growth, the ... -
AfD scores first far-right state election win since Nazi era
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz was facing a tough situation yesterday after his party was crushed by the Alternative for Germany party in a regional election that ... -
1986 Pinochet survives rebel ambush
The president of Chile has escaped an attempt on his life in a fierce attack which killed five of his bodyguards and wounded 11 more. General ... -
Iran players in Australia say anthem silence protested Tehran
Two members of the Iranian women’s soccer team who claimed asylum in Australia have confirmed their pivotal refusal to sing the national anthem during the Women’s ... -
Storm creates huge waves and dangerous currents at southern California beaches
Hurricane Marie, well out in the Pacific, created flooding and dangerous conditions at some southern California beaches over Labor Day weekend, with strong currents and huge ... -
Nepal holds a day of mourning after floods kill at least 1,300 people
Nepal held a day of mourning yesterday to remember those killed in the Aug. 26 floods, with flags lowered at government offices and families concluding mourning ... -
Ukraine crisis talks must be done ingood faith
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine, now in its fifth year, has only intensified over time, fueled by the continuous military support from different parties, particularly ... -
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 – edition no. 5031
* Commerce at heart — Business leader says markets, eateries and affordable retail must be planned alongside housing to create genuinely livable communities * Five-year plan ... -
Jamaica takes its case for reparations for Britain’s role in slavery to King Charles III
Jamaica is taking its campaign for Britain to pay reparations for the ravages of the trans-Atlantic slave trade to King Charles III. Using legal traditions that ... -
MGM International Lion Dance Championship 2026 Roars Back to Barra Bigger Than Ever
MGM Cup” will take place at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Barra Square on October 10 to 11, 2026. Over the past sixteen years, the Championship has ... -
Macau, Jakarta move to restore direct air link
Direct flights between Macau and Jakarta could be back on the cards, as both sides see strong demand – Macau logged 200,000 Indonesian visitors last year ... -
Gov’t offers scholarships, academic recognition to lure Southeast Asian talent
Macau plans to attract top Southeast Asian students with academic recognition and scholarships as part of a higher education push in the region. According to Education ... -
WTT Macau ticket holders to receive up to MOP150 in discounts
Macau spectators holding tickets to the WTT Macau Championship 2026 will be able to claim up to MOP150 in discount coupons next week as part of ... -
Lawmaker calls for broader barrier-free access across the city
Lawmaker Ho Ion Sang is calling for broader barrier-free access across the city, including greater participation from private businesses and improved cross-border arrangements for people with ... -
38th Macao International Music Festival to feature 10 programs
The 38th Macao International Music Festival will run from Oct. 2 to Nov. 29, bringing together 10 programs, a music camp and 12 citywide entertainment activities ... -
Casino operators donate MOP40 million for Xizang mudslide relief
Macau’s six casino concessionaires and integrated resort operators have pledged a total of MOP40 million to support emergency relief and recovery efforts after a severe mudslide ... -
Four-hands dining scene is bringing the world to the table
Fine dining has long been associated with exclusivity, celebrated chefs and culinary experiences that can feel far removed from everyday dining. But in Macau, a growing ... -
Police arrest Hong Kong man for alleged cocaine trafficking
A 37-year-old man from Hong Kong was arrested Wednesday night in Macau after the Judiciary Police seized 52.11 grams of cocaine as he entered the city ... -
Hac Sa Beach closed to swimmers over jellyfish sightings
The Marine and Water Bureau has closed Hac Sa Beach to swimmers after jellyfish were spotted in the water. The bureau raised the red no-swimming flag ... -
Man dies after being struck by car in Zone A
A local man in his 60s died after being struck by a car in Zone A on Friday afternoon. Public Security Police received a report at ... -
Hengqin cargo station project tops out
The Macau International Airport Hengqin Upstream Cargo Terminal has completed its main structural work and is expected to be fully constructed by the end of 2026, ... -
Macau returns from Southeast Asia with 189 agreements in tourism, tech and trade
Macau’s Southeast Asia mission secured 189 agreements – 82 in Singapore, 45 in Indonesia, and 62 in Malaysia – spanning tourism, tech, TCM, MICE, and halal ... -
LRT gates get e-payment upgrade
Macau’s Light Rapid Transit (LRT) system has begun replacing its fare gates this month to accept multiple electronic payment methods.The new gates, which support Macau Pass, ...
