Author: Lynzy Valles, MDT
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Sound of Music at The Venetian | Maria and the von Trapps hit the stage with West End cast
The Sound of Music is slated to kick off its first show tomorrow at The Venetian Macao’s Venetian Theater, featuring a cast of 20 performers from ... -
Indonesian consulate takes steps to protect migrant rights
The Indonesian consulate in Hong Kong and Macau said that it is working closely with the city’s Labour Affairs Bureau to address local migrant groups’ call ... -
Anima to work with international organizations to pressure Canidrome
Anima (Macau) president Albano Martins is planning, along with international animal rights organizations, to continually pressure the city’s government and authorities regarding the status of the ... -
IFFAM | Thriller depicts poverty and social injustice in China
Chinese director Yukun Xin’s movie, “Wrath of Silence”, is a brave depiction of extreme poverty in a part of rural China, of which the mining industry ... -
Media | Kumbang Toh! to host events for Indonesian community
Macau’s only Indonesian radio show will celebrate its fifth anniversary on December 20 with Christmas carols and a festive brunch, along with an anniversary talk show ... -
IFFAM | Israeli director wants to show complex plot in conservative cities
The Cakemaker” – a film directed by Ofir Raul Graizer – is a movie that tackles religion, grief and hidden love, shown through a slight political ... -
Europe-China Artist Association kicks off students’ arts exhibition
A total of 120 artworks created by students from Macau, Hong Kong, Taiwan and mainland China will be showcased at the Europe-China Artist Association’s month-long exhibition, which ... -
Documentary tackles dreams, sacrifices of domestic workers in HK
Independent documentary “The Helper” recently premiered in Hong Kong, revealing the sacrifices of domestic helpers, commonly dubbed as the unsung heroes of Hong Kong. Aiming to ... -
AirAsia and AJ Hackett consider further collaboration
AirAsia has partnered with AJ Hackett for the seventh edition of the “Crazy Jump Day” themed “AirAsia Destinations,” held at the Macau Tower. The costumed bungy ... -
Philippine official vows to improve welfare of migrant workers
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of the Philippines pledged to continually assist Filipino migrant workers in the MSAR, along with the bureau’s substantial increase in ... -
Gaming service quality shows slight improvement in Q4
The Gaming Service Index (GSI) inched up to 130 in the fourth quarter of 2017, bouncing back from a significant drop in the third quarter. However, ... -
AirAsia kicks off Macau-Johor Bahru flight, pledges investment in Macau
AirAsia intends to add five or six new routes to Macau every year, fulfilling a pledge made earlier by the founder of the company, Tony Fernandes, ... -
Migrant workers | Study shows many domestic helpers suffering from depression
A study conducted by a Macau-based scientist shows that the number of Filipino and Indonesian domestic helpers in Macau who suffer from depression stands at 20 percent ... -
Study shows Macau is one of the most luminous cities in the world
A study being conducted by a Masters student shows that Macau is the most luminous city in the world, a matter that remains underrated by society. Vivian ... -
Education | Macau ranks eighth in global collaborative problem solving test
Macau students ranked eighth in group problem solving skills, according to the results of a Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2015 study that was published ... -
Our Desk | Positive discrimination?
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) launched a 45-day public consultation last week regarding the proposed implementation of a statutory minimum wage for all workers – excluding ... -
IFFAM’s artistic director | Infrastructure needed to boost local film industry
The second edition of the International Film Festival & Awards – Macau (IFFAM) intends to be a platform to celebrate new filmmakers, offering a USD60,000 prize ... -
Macau in good position to develop esports
The success of esports in Southeast Asia is continuing as the region remains the world’s fastest growing region in terms of audience. Predictive data has shown ... -
Lifestyle | Enthusiasts to hold first ‘raw food, fitness retreat’
Two local companies known for promoting a healthy, vegan lifestyle is set to hold its first full-day “wellness raw food and fitness retreat” at One Oasis ... -
Commentators say Policy Address practice is often pointless
With the Policy Address being conducted by the Chief Executive (CE) at the Legislative Assembly (AL) today, some political commentators and analysts in the region are ... -
Architect: City can preserve sense of heritage, adapt to changes
Macau is reaching a stage where it has the foundation, wealth and the know-how to build a sustainable city, said Christopher Law, founder and director of ... -
Macau to host ‘Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants’ for the next two years
Macau is expected to host both the 2018 and 2019 editions of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards and the associated event programs. Some of the region’s ... -
Retail | Trends: Starbucks benefits from coffee’s climb up to the top the beverage food chain
Starbucks Macau expects to open its first store with Starbucks Reserve Coffee Experience Bar at MGM Cotai on January 29 amid its growing popularity in the ... -
Analyst: Municipal Institute just a change of name
The necessity of creating the Municipal Institute was only due to an adaptation of what is stated in the Basic Law and thus its inception is ... -
Exhibition aims to bring foreign and local artworks together
The exhibition “Barcelona x Macao Art of Illustration Exhibition” is showcasing 20 artworks from Macau and Spain – including artworks by 10 local artists – at ... -
Our Desk | Entertained by ‘beg-packers’
I have seen a number of Western backpackers who claim to be touring the world but ask locals for money to help them fund their travels ... -
MIF | Angola seeking investors for its primary sector resources
The growing trade of China with Angola has significantly increased in the first seven months of this year, amounting to USD10 billion – a 50 percent ... -
Co-working space a platform for local start-ups to collaborate
The trend of co-working spaces has been on the rise, particularly in Singapore, Hong Kong and Taiwan, with entrepreneurs, creatives and start-up businesses engaged in these ... -
British official optimistic on HK, Macau investors
The UK still remains Europe’s top destination for inward investment projects even after the 2016 “Brexit” referendum, and will likely remain so in the long term, ... -
MGM kicks off ninth edition of its Oktoberfest
MGM Macau kicked off the ninth edition of its Oktoberfest Macau yesterday, bringing an 11-day event of Bavarian traditions to the public. From now until October ... -
Festival recalls Latin American’s influence in Macau
The ongoing 2017 Latin American Cultural Festival features eight cultural activities and aims to raise the public’s awareness on the region’s overlooked Latin American roots. Organized ... -
Lantern-making showcase hopes to stir participants’ creativity
Albergue SCM launched “Little Rabbit Lanterns – An exhibition by Carlos Marreiros and Friends Part 13” with its Mid-Autumn Festival party on Thursday. The event featured ... -
Food festival featuring Michelin starred eateries kicks off today
The first Michelin guide Street Food Festival Macau kicks off today. It will feature Michelin starred chefs from Singapore, Japan, and Macau, all of whom will ... -
Wynn Macau launches mobile app expanding networks of local SMEs
Wynn Macau launched its newest platform “Wynn Local SME Network” this week, which facilitates the use of online business matching services and the use of procurement ... -
Tighter competition in FinTech industry
Chinese tech companies remain the driving force behind the continuous growth of the financial technology (FinTech) industry, says Head Content Strategist (Asia Pacific) of NexChange, Andrew ...
