Author: Renato Marques, MDT
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Pereira Coutinho threatens AL president with lawsuit
Lawmaker José Pereira Coutinho is threatening Legislative Assembly (AL) President Ho Iat Seng with a lawsuit in relation to the case which involves the suspension of ... -
Crime | Baby in serious condition after suspected mistreatment by maid
A six-month-old baby has been admitted to the Conde de Sao Januario Hospital Center (CHCSJ) bearing clear signs of mistreatment. The Judiciary Police (PJ) ... -
Q&A: Gemma Hoi | Macau fashion designer to debut at NYFW
In Nei Hoi, better known as Gemma Hoi, is a Macau-born fashion designer who recently established her own label in New York City, USA. Gemma is ... -
Courts | TSI rules against security chief’s dismissal of staff
The Court of Second Instance (TSI) has ruled on an appeal lodged by a Customs Service (SA) staff member who was dismissed in November 2016 by ... -
Driver causes panic under influence of drugs
A local 32-year-old resident caused panic among several citizens on Saturday evening when he ran into a traffic light and road barrier while driving under the influence ... -
Crime | LRT facilities robbed before even opening
Two facilities from the Light Rail Transit (LRT) system were robbed over the weekend, causing damage of over MOP500,000, the Judiciary Police (PJ) reported at the ... -
Todi de Sousa exhibits on the feminine timeline
Custodia “Todi” Kong de Sousa is a Mozambique- born Portuguese artist who has been living in Macau for over 30 years. She drew extensively in her ... -
English in Macau | Transportation signage in need of improvement, says public
As an international city with a centuries-old history of being frequented by people from the corners of the world and today’s focus on the tourism industry, ... -
‘You must give back to the world’ | Gastronomy City title not just a platform, counsels UNESCO
The International Gastronomy Forum, Macao 2018 kicked off yesterday morning at the Macau Tower Convention and Entertainment Center. The annual event was attended by many specialists ... -
Benfica de Macau kicks off season highlighting AFC Cup
The Benfica de Macau football team will be participating in three different competitions this year. Aside from the regular Macau’s Elite League Championship and the Macau ... -
Court of first instance | Judge adjourns Sou’s trial pending appeal
The trial that puts lawmaker Sulu Sou and former president of the New Macau Association (ANM) Scott Chiang in the defendants’ seat finally started its first ... -
Racing expert calls for F3 Guia legends race
The December issue of the UK-based F1 Racing Magazine focuses on the Macau Grand Prix, with two Formula One champions – including legendary racer Ayrton Senna ... -
Scams continue to make victims of tourists and residents alike
A series of swindles over the weekend added to the high incidence of crimes involving scams in Macau, this time hitting tourists and residents alike. Several cases ... -
Our Desk | A call for an ‘honest’ food guide
At times, we praise the acknowledgment by UNESCO of Macau in the gastronomic field, which resulted in the designation of the region as a “Creative City ... -
Plenary | Another Hato debate at the AL, gov’t claims no others responsible
A debate proposed at the start of the legislature by lawmaker Ng Kuok Cheong was finally held yesterday on the consequences of Typhoon Hato. Similar to a ... -
Bus fares update, gov’t and lawmakers share mixed feelings
Secretary for Transport and Public Works, Raimundo do Rosário and director of the Transport Bureau (DSAT), Lam Hin San were at the Legislative Assembly (AL) to ... -
Barber shops: From old-fashioned to trendy
From the features on the “big screen” of movie theatres to the daily lives of almost every man across the planet, barber shops are timeless and ... -
Crime | Driver accused of three crimes after trespassing the border
The driver arrested last week for illegally bypassing the security of two border checkpoints and jumping a fence at the Macau International Airport has been accused ... -
AL Plenary | Authorities promise steadfast reaction to storms, updated warning system
The consequences of Typhoon Hato and the responsibilities of government officials in the wake of the typhoon were the main topic of discussion during yesterday’s plenary ... -
Crime | Woman jailed for assaulting and biting officers over cab fare
A woman in her thirties from mainland China started off the New Year by getting arrested in Macau after a disagreement over a taxi ride fare in ... -
DSAL denies any gov’t controversy regarding minimum wage bill
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) refuted accusations that have been circulating on online social networks in a statement. The government is being criticized in these accusations ... -
Health | Gov’t grants hefty contracts to supply chemical reagents, lab equipment
The Chief Executive (CE) Chui Sai On approved several contracts between the Health Bureau (SSM), the University of Macau (UM) and three pharmaceutical companies for the ... -
Macau may host WTCR first-year ‘Season Finale’
The FIA World Touring Car Cup (WTCR) has unveiled its calendar for the first edition of the WTCR series, the new motorsports category that merges together ... -
TUI rules in favor of land plots owners, reverses gov’t decision
The Court of Final Appeal (TUI) has finalized its decision on a case between the owners of two land plots located at Praça de Lobo D’Ávila ... -
ExCo | Maritime Areas Basic Law bans all gaming activities
The new Maritime Areas Basic Law bill includes a legal provision that prevents any of the possible construction projects within the the 85-square-kilometer area from being ... -
The Golden Parade | Imperial relics from the Palace Museum on display at MAM
The Golden Parade – Imperial Weaponry from the Palace Museum, the annual exhibition on cultural heritage opened its doors on Friday at the Macao Museum of ... -
Illegal gaming scheme shut down by PJ
The Judiciary Police (PJ) shut down an illegal gaming scheme and detained several suspects for illegal betting. The information was aired by the PJ spokesperson yesterday ... -
AL Plenary | Budget for 2018 approved with remarks on high expenses
The Budget Law for 2018 was finally approved at yesterday’s plenary session of the Legislative Assembly (AL). Despite almost unanimous votes in favor, several lawmakers commented ... -
Music | Macau Jazz Week returns with world-class lineup
Reaching its sixth year, the Macau Jazz Week, an annual event held by Macau Jazz Promotion Association, is currently ongoing and will run until December 16. ... -
Crime | Phone scams continue to find victims among university students
Telephone scams continue to find victims among university students. According to the figures presented in the third quarter crime statistics, almost all the victims of phone ... -
Policy Address | Transport and Public Works: Heated debate between Rosário and lawmaker Pereira Coutinho
Secretary for Transport and Public Works Raimundo do Rosário was at the Legislative Assembly (AL) for the second consecutive day to discuss the 2018 Policy Address ... -
Policy Address | Transport and Public Works: Border Gate bus terminal works to be expedited
The government will speed up the works that aim to renew and put back into operation the Border Gate underground bus terminal that suffered severe damage ... -
AL Plenary | Sulu Sou’s suspension goes ahead with 28 votes in favor
The Legislative Assembly (AL) has voted for the suspension of the mandate of lawmaker Sulu Sou, allowing the continuation of the pending prosecution against him over ... -
Policy Address | Social Affairs and Culture: Tam lists more proposals than concrete measures
Although Social Affairs and Culture is one of the broader secretariats in the government, as it oversees sectors such as education, health and tourism, the first ... -
ExCo | Gov’t to implement pre-booked car services licensing when HKZMB opens
The Transport Bureau (DSAT) has proposed new licensing to regulate the pre-booked transportation of passengers in light vehicles, taking into account an expected spike in traffic ...
