Author: Lynzy Valles, MDT
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Report | Singapore is top Asia-Pacific destination for total expenditure
Singapore, Bangkok and Tokyo are the top three Asia Pacific destinations that have received the highest total expenditure from international tourists. Singapore claimed the top spot ... -
Education USJ intends to occupy new campus by June
The University of Saint Joseph (USJ) remains confident that it will be granted the license – issued by the Land, Public and Transport Works (DSSOPT) – ... -
Shanghai approves issuing residence permits to domestic employees
Shanghai publicly announced its first issuance of a residence permit designed for foreigners providing housekeeping services in the city’s Pudong area. Although statistics from the Shanghai ... -
Diversified products needed to attract returning visitors
Despite the region’s push for diversifying its non-gaming activities and its hopes of redirecting its visitors to entertainment activities, a scholar has noted that the future ... -
TrailHiker to expect further improvements this year
This year’s edition of Macau TrailHiker, whose current title sponsor is MGM Macau, is likely to see further improvements, the marathon event’s director Robert Kirby remarked. ... -
Our Desk | A little bit of this and that
There is always a lack of something here. The region is a victim of scarcity; whether it’s in activities over the weekend, entertainment, public parking, lack ... -
Macao Fashion Gallery | Local brands showcase collections
The Macao Fashion Gallery kicked off its first series of “Brand Story – Macau Original Fashion Exhibition”, which showcases garments designed by Macau based brands. The ... -
Labor rights | New rules likely to increase recruitment agency infractions
Following the MSAR’s new restrictions on the duration of stay for non-resident workers who leave their place of employment, migrant workers are more likely to cling ... -
Project Just Macau receives three complaints of election unfairness
Project Just Macau, a platform initiated by activist Jason Chao to monitor election fairness in the territory, has reportedly received three complaints concerning claims of pressing ... -
French May marks 25th anniversary showcasing unique artworks
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Le French May Arts Festival is slated to bring its “richest in content” event to Hong Kong and Macau from May ... -
MSC’s Planetarium kicks off new space film
The Macao Science Center’s (MSC) Planetarium kicked off its latest dome show, “Space Next 3D” in a bid to further educate space enthusiasts about the history ... -
Christians to remember their redemption on Easter
Devoted Christians are set to gather together to remember the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The celebration is a cornerstone of the Christian tradition, recorded ... -
30th anniversary | McDonald’s Macau plans to add three stores this year
McDonald’s Macau marked its 30th anniversary yesterday, launching a “McDonald’s Macau 30th Anniversary Memories Playland” at the Science Center to celebrate with the local community. Open ... -
Consumer confidence index | Residents do not trust the housing market
The Macau Consumer Confidence Index (MCCI) stood at 86.35 in the first quarter of 2017, an increase of 3.26 percent from the fourth quarter of 2016. ... -
City U design students showcase artworks in exhibition
The City University of Macau hosted a one-day exhibition titled “We Are Who U See Now,” on Saturday, showcasing the graphic design works of two undergraduate ... -
Entertainment | Korean musical ‘Bibap’ returns to Macau
Korean food and comedy musical Bibap returned to Macau at The Parisian Macao Theatre last week for their second performance in the region. Blending martial arts, ... -
Festival showcases Asian puppets
Seventy puppets belonging to local collector Elisa Vilaça are now on display at the third Puppet Festival, along with several puppet shows being held over the ... -
Environment | MIECF talks highlight need for conscious consumption
The 2017 Macao International Environmental Co-operation Forum & Exhibition (MIECF), is commemorating its 10th edition with a focus on “green innovation”. Chief Executive Chui Sai On, ... -
Architect: Macau should expand using Hengqin, Zhuhai land
Although the local government is seeking to establish Macau as a “Smart City,” even listing this aim in its five-year plan, a scholar has argued that ... -
Heritage | Lai Chi Vun shipyards demolition suspended
The demolition of the controversial Lai Chi Vun shipyards area has been postponed for a year; a period of time which will allow the Cultural Affairs ... -
Poly Macau to hold auction with Poly HK
Poly Auction Macau is set to hold its first co-auction with Poly Auction Hong Kong in celebration of the Hong Kong firm’s fifth anniversary. Scheduled to ... -
Real estate | Company lures locals to Japanese, Thai properties
With the substantial depreciation of the Japanese yen, foreign investors have flocked to Japanese properties in droves. As a result, Hong Kong based real estate company ... -
Local volunteers join campaign for underprivileged girls
A global campaign “Dress a Girl Around the World”, which is under the Hope 4 Women International organization and led by a Portuguese Volunteer, is currently ... -
UM holds career and internship fair
The University of Macau (UM) kicked off its Career and Internship Fair yesterday, with over 100 companies and institutions providing opportunities for internships and full-time work. ... -
Authorities questioned on the use of DNA tests to assess paternity
A Portuguese lawyer residing in the region claimed that the Public Security Police (PSP) is requiring DNA tests for a few Portuguese parents who wish to ... -
Gaming operators highlight non-gaming offerings
The region’s six gaming operators presented their non-gaming and entertainment facilities during the “Macau Integrated Tourism & Leisure and Corporate Social Responsibility Forum” yesterday. To collaborate ... -
Human rights | Modern day slavery ‘very much alive’
A documentary concerning a horrific story of abuse faced by an Indonesian domestic worker for eight months was screened on Sunday at the University of Macau ... -
Filipina entrepreneurs awarded in celebration of Women’s Day
The Philippine Consulate General of Macau honored female entrepreneurs in the region on Sunday, in celebration of International Women’s Day. In the Philippines, honoring women is ... -
Analysis | Hengqin likely to be as developed as Shenzhen
Shenzhen has rapidly developed into a city with an economic status and output to rival that of Shanghai, China’s very own global financial hub. Barry Wilson, ... -
Dialogues with millennials significant to company’s growth
Senior executives are currently facing multi-generational workforce challenges in managing the needs and expectations of millennial team members. Mark Cosgrove, director of Training at Dale Carnegie ... -
Chef Alfonso says ‘growing organic products was a necessity’
Prominent chef of the two-star Michelin-rated restaurant Don Alfonso 1890 at the Grand Lisboa is visiting the region, boasting the restaurant’s acquisition of fresh and organic ... -
Writer: EU needs of policies to integrate Muslim community
Europe is currently facing a crisis regarding the integration of Muslim communities into its territories and an expert argued that the European Union is in need ... -
Albergue plans to organize women’s art biennial
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Albergue SCM held an art exhibition yesterday featuring works of female artists from Macau and lusophone countries. In its second ... -
Arts | Wong represents MSAR at Venice Biennale
The Macau Museum of Art (MAM) will showcase an exhibition titled “A Bonsai of My Dreams – Works by Wong Cheng Pou” in the upcoming “57th ... -
St Lawrence’s Church launches souvenir store
A small, discreet center at the back entrance of St Lawrence’s Church has turned into a souvenir store with an aim of promoting Catholicism, making it ...
