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MGTO receives seven inquiries as Middle East tensions disrupt travel routes
The Macao Government Tourism Office has received seven inquiries or requests for assistance related to the Middle East since March 1, amid escalating regional tensions. According ... -
‘Blood moon’ to appear tonight on Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival marks the end of Chinese New Year celebrations, and the Macao Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) predicts a “blood moon” (a total lunar ... -
Gov’t studies expansion of ID card return services
The Identification Services Bureau (DSI) plans to introduce self-service ID card collection machines in the first half of 2026, allowing residents to return documents belonging to ... -
SPU recruits 100 volunteers for civil protection work
The Unitary Police Services (SPU) have begun recruiting civil protection volunteers to participate in civil protection activities and preparatory drills in 2026. According to the SPU, ... -
CPI edges up 0.54% year-on-year in January
The Composite Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.54% year-on-year and 0.02% month-on-month in January 2026, according to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). Price increases were ... -
Unemployment rate falls slightly to 1.7%
The overall unemployment rate stood at 1.7% in the November 2025 to January 2026 period, while the local resident unemployment rate was 2.2%, both down by ... -
Electronic payments rise in restaurants, retail in January
Macau’s electronic payment transaction value for restaurants and similar establishments rose 3.5% month-on-month to MOP1.20 billion in January, according to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). ... -
MGM launches ‘Taste from Chengdu’ culinary collaboration
MGM has launched a new chapter of its “Silk Road Art Feasts” series, bringing two leading Sichuan chefs to Macau for a three-day collaboration at Five ... -
Wynn Chinese Wine Awards return for judging week
The 2026 Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards judging week will return to Wynn Palace from March 6 to 10, gathering 23 leading international wine experts to ... -
Tehran says US-Israeli attacks have killed 555 people so far in Iran
The Iranian Red Crescent Society said yesterday that the U.S.-Israeli airstrike campaign targeting Iran has killed at least 555 people so far in the Islamic Republic. ... -
1966 BBC tunes in to colour
The BBC has announced plans to begin broadcasting television programmes in colour from next year. Britain will be the first country in Europe to offer regular ... -
GEG presents three-week series of music events to energize arts and cultural development in Macau
Galaxy Entertainment Group (“GEG”) recently presented a three-week series of music events, bringing international artists, local talent, and enthusiastic audiences together in Macau, deepening culture exchange ... -
Reddick makes NASCAR history at COTA with 3rd straight win to start the season
Tyler Reddick’s latest win drove him straight into the NASCAR record books. Reddick held off hard-charging Shane van Gisbergen over the final 20 laps at the ... -
‘Sinners’ takes top prize at the Actor Awards
After a near awards-season sweep by “One Battle After Another,” “Sinners” won best ensemble at the Screen Actors Guild’s 32nd Actor Awards on Sunday (yesterday, Macau ... -
Oil prices rise sharply after attacks in Middle East disrupt global energy supply
Oil prices rose sharply yesterday as U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran and retaliatory strikes against Israel and U.S. military installations around the Gulf sent disruptions ... -
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – edition no. 4902
* Blue Talent — Blue-card workforce across several sectors is on the rise, with the hospitality sector accounting for the majority, followed by the construction industry, ... -
World leaders urge return to talks after US and Israeli strikes kill Iranian leader Ali Khamenei
World leaders urged peace and a return to talks as the military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran raised concerns about whether the violence could ... -
East Airports closed and thousands of travelers stranded after attack on Iran
The attack on Iran by the United States and Israel disrupted flights across the Middle East and beyond Saturday as countries around the region closed their airspace and ... -
Seac Pai Van public housing and UM are the first to receive reclaimed water supply
The development of reclaimed water in Macau has entered its application phase, with supplies officially being connected to Seac Pai Van public housing and the University ... -
Members propose closer Macau-Guangxi ties to boost tourism goals
Members of the Guilin Municipal Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) have called for deepening cooperation between Guangxi and Macau. The proposal came ... -
POLY MGM MUSEUM Brings Tang Dynasty to Life with Groundbreaking Immersive Experience
MGM has long been committed to infusing the spirit of “originality + innovation” into its cultural tourism experiences, curating a rich spectrum of distinctive arts and ... -
Father of a US-based activist is sentenced to eight months under national security law
A Hong Kong court sentenced the father of a U.S.-based activist to eight months in prison late last week for attempting to withdraw some funds from ... -
19 deputies of legislature, including nine military officers, removed before annual meeting
China’s legislature has dismissed 19 members, including nine who are military officers, one week ahead of the start of its annual meeting. The late Thursday announcement ... -
1950 Communist spy jailed for 14 years
A top nuclear scientist has been jailed for fourteen years at the Old Bailey for spying for the Soviet Union. Klaus Emil Julius Fuchs, 38, a ... -
AFC postpones West Region Champions League games after attacks on Iran
The Asian Football Confederation has postponed continental club championship playoffs scheduled in the Middle East this week in response to the U.S. and Israel attacks on Iran. ... -
Algerians struggle to afford Ramadan feasts as prices rise despite gov’t pledges
As Algerians fast, pray and gather for the holy month of Ramadan, a worry lurks in many minds: how to afford the holiday feasts this year. In ... -
Monday, March 2, 2026 – edition no. 4901
* Iran Crisis — Local tourism feels impact as Middle East tensions rise after US–Israel strikes kill Iran leader * Stranded in Bahrain | Local resident ... -
Residents raise concerns over high fees for takeaway meal boxes
Residents have expressed concerns over the cost of plastic bags and takeaway meal boxes, with some saying the fees charged by certain merchants are considered high, ... -
Despite differences, Xi and Merz seek to deepen ties in turbulent times
There are many things that China and Germany do not see eye-to-eye on — notably Russia’s war in Ukraine — but the leaders of the world’s ... -
Man arrested for stealing HKD1 million from sleeping roommate
A 37-year-old unemployed mainland man was arrested after allegedly stealing HKD1 million in cash from his roommate while he was sleeping in a Cotai hotel room. ... -
Woman loses MOP1.3 million in suspected crypto scam
A local middle-aged woman lost MOP1.31 million after falling victim to a suspected online cryptocurrency investment scam, police said. The victim met a man claiming to ... -
Temperature drop expected next week
The Meteorological and Geophysics Bureau (SMG) predicts that in the coming days, the region will be affected by a trough of low pressure, which will lead ... -
Authorities issue over 14,000 fines in 2025 over public space violations
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) issued more than 14,000 fines last year for violations related to public space management, including illegal waste disposal, obstruction of pedestrian ... -
Melco’s unparalleled hospitality and entertainment receive global recognition
Deeply rooted in Macau, Melco Resorts & Entertainment is committed to promoting the development of the tourism, leisure, and cultural entertainment industries, continuously enhancing the city’s ... -
Gastro fest to move to March, expand into NAPE satellite venue
The 2026 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest Macao will be held in March and will expand beyond its main location at Macau Fisherman’s Wharf, with a ...
