Author: Lynzy Valles, MDT
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DSPA says no plans to amend noise law as exemption system ‘operates smoothly’
The Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) has said there are no immediate plans to amend the Environmental Noise Prevention and Control Law, stressing that the current framework ... -
Hengqin offering up to RMB270,000 in talent living subsidies
The Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin has opened applications for this year’s talent living subsidies, offering financial support to attract professionals across the education, technical, ... -
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 ... -
Dealers warn recovery in car market remains out of reach
The city’s car market remains under pressure, with dealers warning that a recovery is unlikely in the near term as prolonged vehicle replacement cycles and weak ... -
Gov’t to provide assisted reproduction services for 130 eligible cases in 1H
The government has confirmed that 130 couples eligible for the assisted reproductive services scheme will receive treatment by the first half of 2026, following clinical evaluations ... -
Associations say minimum wage hike provides relief amid looming cost
Local service and property management associations have weighed in on the city’s minimum wage increase, which took effect on January 1, raising the hourly rate to ... -
Melco, Wynn, MGM announce one-month bonuses for staff
Melco Resorts & Entertainment, Wynn Macau, and MGM China Holdings have joined Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) in granting a special one-month bonus to eligible employees, in ... -
AirAsia adds morning flights on Macau–Manila route
AirAsia will introduce three weekly morning flights on its Macau–Manila route starting Feb. 3, the low-cost carrier confirmed to the Times. At present, all direct ... -
Taipa Market sees 4.6-fold surge in footfall after revamp
Average daily visitor numbers at Taipa Municipal Market have climbed to about 7,500 since the launch of its revamped food and cultural creative zone, representing a ... -
About 3,400 children expected to enroll in kindergarten, says DSEDJ
Centralized registration for children enrolling in kindergarten for the first time in the 2026/2027 academic year began yesterday, with the Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) ... -
Groups call for broader coordination to improve mobility for the visually impaired
The city has made gradual progress in upgrading barrier-free infrastructure in recent years, but further improvements are needed to better support the daily mobility of people ... -
Christmas crowds buoy tourism, but visitors cluster at Cotai
The recent Christmas holiday period delivered solid headline numbers for the tourism sector, with industry representatives estimating visitor arrivals rose by nearly 10% year-on-year, hitting a ... -
Travel spending shifts leave neighborhoods busy but underperforming
Changes in visitor spending habits are putting pressure on the local community economy, despite record-high tourist arrivals this year, according to a local business group, which ... -
Casino win rates drop, daily gaming revenue declines
Macau’s average daily gaming revenue fell to MOP650 million last week, driven by lower VIP room win rates, signaling a slight slowdown in the city’s casino ... -
Global forum in explores mutual learning among civilizations
Featuring more than 20 keynote speeches and academic exchanges under the theme “Mutual Learning Among Civilizations, Inheritance and Development,” the first International Forum on Mutual Learning ... -
Gov’t renews CEM electricity concession until 2040
The government has extended its electricity supply concession with Companhia de Electricidade de Macau (CEM) for another 15 years, according to an updated agreement published in ... -
Lawmakers review bill eyeing unified catering category
The Legislative Assembly’s Third Standing Committee continued reviewing the “Catering and Related Establishments” bill yesterday, which seeks to simplify the current five venue categories into two, ... -
Legal issues hit over 200 units at Windsor Arch
Over 200 units at the Windsor Arch residential complex in Taipa are reportedly facing legal scrutiny, with some potentially subject to court-forfeiture proceedings. The luxury housing ... -
Macau Food Festival closes with stronger sales
The 25th Macau Food Festival concluded on Sunday after a 17-day run at Sai Van Lake Square, drawing steady crowds through its final evening. Vendors reported ... -
premium gamblers drive resilience in market, UBS survey shows
A recent survey by UBS Securities Asia Ltd shows that the gaming sector is benefiting from a growing and more affluent mass-market segment. The study found ... -
Man sentenced for sexual assault in hotel
A man has been sentenced to prison for sexual assault following an incident at a hotel in September 2023, according to a statement released by the ... -
Survey reveals growing demand for home-based eldercare
Macau faces rising demand for home-based eldercare, with nearly half of residents aged 50 and above seeking community support services, a recent survey by the Macau ... -
Phase two of Waterfront Green Corridor opens to public
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) has opened the first section of the South Coast Waterfront Green Corridor Phase Two, focused on sports facilities, to the public ... -
Lawmaker calls for measures to tackle construction sector unemployment
Lawmaker Leong Pou U has called on the government, in a written interpellation, to implement measures aimed at improving employment conditions in the construction sector. According ... -
Economy maintains momentum as Q3 GDP rises 8%
The local economy strengthened further in the third quarter, with official data showing an 8% year-on-year expansion driven by resilient tourism activity and steady consumer spending. ... -
‘Eyes in the Sky’ surveillance system aids police in over 37,000 cases
The Macau Public Spaces Video Surveillance System, also known as “Eyes in the Sky,” has assisted police in investigating more than 37,000 cases to date, deputy ... -
SJM Q3 revenue declines as satellite casino closures continue
SJM Holdings Limited reported a decline in total revenue for the third quarter (Q3), as the phased cessation of satellite casino operations and intensifying market competition ... -
November casino revenue projected at MOP20.5 billion
The city’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) is expected to reach MOP20.5 billion in November, according to recent industry reports, as early-month figures point to a modest ... -
Strong winds expected as Typhoon Fung-wong passes southeast of Macau
Typhoon Fung-wong is forecast to move northward across the northeastern South China Sea, generally heading toward the Taiwan region. According to the Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau ... -
Visitor non-gaming spending rises in Q3, per-capita figures fall
Macau’s total non-gaming spending by visitors reached MOP20.38 billion in the third quarter of 2025, up 10.7% year-on-year, according to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). ... -
CCAC uncovers election bribery and illegal campaigning cases
The Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) has uncovered two cases linked to the 8th Legislative Assembly Elections, including one involving a voter allegedly soliciting a bribe in ... -
Melco reports steady Q3 growth in local operations
Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited reported an 11% year-over-year rise in total operating revenues for the third quarter driven largely by continued improvement across its Macau ... -
Galaxy posts 14% rise in Q3 revenue despite typhoon impact
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) reported a 14% year-on-year increase in group net revenue to HKD12.2 billion for the third quarter of 2025, with adjusted EBITDA rising ... -
HK Express launches intermodal service linking Macau to Hong Kong Airport
Hong Kong Express Airways (HK Express) has partnered with Shun Tak-China Travel Ship Management Limited to launch a new intermodal service linking Macau with Hong Kong ... -
Centaline: Neighborhood retail spaces see uptick as rents stabilize
The neighborhood retail rental market is showing early signs of recovery, with a noticeable rise in leasing inquiries and gradual improvement in market sentiment, according to ...
