Airport introduces facial recognition service for boarding

The Macau International Airport has launched the “MIA One ID” smart security and boarding services, using facial recognition for passengers aged 11 and above holding electronic

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,

Galaxy Macau rolls out ‘Start the Year Lucky’ CNY festivities

Galaxy Macau is launching its Chinese New Year campaign, “Start the Year Lucky at Galaxy Macau,” inviting visitors to celebrate the festive season with a focus on luck. Running

Macau launches first International Yoga Asana Championship

Macau launches first International Yoga Asana Championship Macau is set to host its inaugural International Yoga Asana Championship, launching a two-day event that brings together over 100 yoga

Business leaders optimistic about local tourism in 2026

Tourism and catering leaders expressed optimism yesterday about Macau’s 2026 economic prospects, citing a record 188,000 New Year’s Day visitors and successful discount campaigns, while

First-store scheme draws 500 inquiries in opening phase

The “First-Store Economy Scheme,” since its November 2025 launch, has received 500 inquiries and 13 registered applications in the first phase – a 2.6% conversion rate,

Galaxy to grant one-month discretionary bonus to 97% of staff

Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) has announced that it will award a 2025 discretionary bonus equivalent to one month of salary to eligible team members at senior manager grade

TV Awards 2025 concludes in Macau, sets stage for 2026 drama

The “TV Awards Presentation 2025” was held recently at the Grand Hall, Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau, recognizing achievements in television over the past year. The awards,

Lawrence Ho’s Black Spade III prices NYSE IPO at USD150 million

Black Spade Capital, the private investment arm of Macau casino magnate Lawrence Ho, priced its third special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) at USD150 million (MOP1.2 billion)

Sands China and DSAL launch women’s job reintegration program

The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) and Sands China recently launched the “Women’s Workplace Sustainability Program”, and will accept online applications through Jan. 16 from women currently out of

Mastercard launches 2026 lucky draw for Macau cardholders

Mastercard has announced its “2026 Surprise Rewards Lucky Draw,” following the successful conclusion of the 2025 Golden Rewards campaign. The upgraded program will distribute over HKD5 million in

JP Morgan: Gaming revenue forecast to rise 5-6% in 2026

Macau's gross gaming revenue is forecast to rise 5-6% in 2026 on strength in the mass and slot markets, JP Morgan analysts said in a new

Mainland travelers remain the driving force in cross-border travel to Macau

Macau welcomed a record-high number of visitors during mainland China’s three-day New Year’s break in 2025, with 2.29 million passengers crossing through checkpoints under the

Melco contributes HKD3 million to healthcare project in Jiangxi

Melco Resorts & Entertainment has donated HKD3 million to support the construction and relocation of the Hangkou Town Healthcare Center in Xiushui County, Jiangxi Province, in line with

Fitch assigns BB- rating to SJM Holdings’ proposed notes

Fitch Ratings has assigned a ‘BB-’ rating to SJM Holdings Limited’s (SJMH) proposed senior unsecured notes, with a Negative Outlook. The notes, to be issued by SJMH’s wholly

Businesses report divergent sales performance during holiday season

Macau’s holiday season saw varying business results, as merchants at the 17-day Christmas market in Tap Seac Square reported declines in both foot traffic and

Galaxy teams up with UTM on cultural tourism training

Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) and the Macao University of Tourism (UTM) have co-organized a series of community tourism training programs aimed at strengthening frontline staff’s understanding of Macau’s

Sands China wraps up OSH Month 2025

Sands China has recently concluded its Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Month 2025, marking the eighth consecutive year of the initiative aimed at promoting workplace safety and employee

Tesla loses title as world’s biggest electric vehicle maker as sales fall for second year in a row

Tesla lost its crown as the world’s bestselling electric vehicle maker on Friday as a customer revolt over Elon Musk’s right-wing politics, expiring U.S. tax breaks

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

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