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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Paulo Coutinho
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* Betting on risk — Counseling data shows rising gambling dangers among young adults, with hidden addiction trends and digital exposure driving concern * Crime | Macau youngster
* Skills Without Borders — Hengqin unveils multimillion-yuan talent push to boost Macau collaboration * Gaming | Analysts: EBITDA grows 7–8% in Q1 despite margin pressures *
* Hola Asia — Spain courts Asian tourists, including those from Macau and mainland China, with expanded flights and cultural push * Labor | Gov’t to offer 1,000
* One AI Account — The Macao One Account and Business & Associations Platform will undergo a significant AI-based upgrade to boost efficiency * Public Works | Second
* Spending big, seeing less? — MOP14 billion poured into public works as PIDDA execution hits 95%, but real progress remains hard to verify * Holiday rush, soft
* Mastering Integration — Urban Master Plan report shows progress in high-quality development and puts focus on national integration * Economy | Gov’t strives to shake off ZAPE’s
* Fuel shock at the pump — Prices jump 6.3% as Middle East tensions ripple into Macau, reviving calls for cheaper fuel options and regulatory reform * Comedy
* Too many schools — Macau gov’t unveils financial and policy support for schools facing mergers and closures as low birth rate shrinks the student population * Tourism
* Depressed in Macau — Gov’t warns of action as depression emerges as Macau’s most prevalent emotional disorder, followed by insomnia and anxiety * Maritime areas | New
* Stay Policy — Local insurers urge international graduates to be allowed to stay amid talent shortage * Economy | New 10-week consumption campaign to start April 10
* Plenty of Roofs — Gov’t says social and affordable housing will meet demand for the next five years, driving a rethink of Iao Hon redevelopment * Environment
* Memory Lane — Dementia cases may hit five digits in 10 years as public hospital reports 600 new cases annually * Employment |Office jobs scarce as service
* Uber green light — Gov’t advances ride-hailing legislation following industry consultation * HK Art Central | Sands China brings Macau artists, brand to international stage *
* Mind on Hold — Despite push for residents to seek help, new health survey stops short of prioritizing mental health * Survey | Young people increasingly rely
* Crowds on track — Tourism arrivals have topped 10 million, with total visitors expected to reach 44 million this year, as industry experts call for improved public transport
* National guard — National Security Committee granted authority to rule on security-related cases by Legislative Assembly * Society | Lawmakers seek tighter safety rules after humanoid robot
* Dangerous driving — Four injured in three-vehicle collision on Avenida da Amizade, apparently caused by reckless driving * City History | Sands exhibition marks 100 years of
* North Express — High-speed rail project to begin this year, marking Macau’s first link to the national network * Macao Water | Water use expected to rise
* National Express — Sam Hou Fai outlines project plans that will serve as ‘catalysts for industry growth’ as he signals Macau’s role in regional development * Aging
*Hiring Barriers — Job fairs fail to ease employment woes as people with disabilities hit hardest, group says * The Script Road | Macanese anglicized after early move
* Ethnic unity — China adopts ethnic unity law to foster ‘a stronger sense of community,’ but critics fear stronger assimilation * Oscars: Who are the favorites to
* War clouds gather— Middle East tensions disrupt GBA airlines, spike fuel costs as Macau prepares for repercussions * Society | Home accidents on the rise, 10
* Solid play — Macau casinos off to a ‘solid start’ this month despite cost pressures, analysts say * Environment | Air quality fluctuations attributed to weather, not
* Crude Shock — World shares tumble as oil surges past USD110, while local associations call for fuel-price transparency * Diversification | MOP20 billion fund to back only
* Snuff out — SSM proposes tougher tobacco controls and an e-cigarette ban in ongoing public consultation * Revitalization | Plans aim to attract investment for specialty shops
* Freight Stress — A local supplier association warns rising tensions in Iran could extend inventory cycles, with dairy imports from Europe likely to increase * Gaming |
* Flatline — Commercial and residential rents are expected to stabilize this year, according to a JLL forecast * E-cigarettes | Vaping trend continues despite import ban
* War spillover — US–Iran tensions raise concerns over Macau’s gaming and tourism outlook* Two sessions | Leaders head to Beijing to propose integration plans * Society
* Blue Talent — Blue-card workforce across several sectors is on the rise, with the hospitality sector accounting for the majority, followed by the construction industry, a Times analysis
* Iran Crisis — Local tourism feels impact as Middle East tensions rise after US–Israel strikes kill Iran leader * Stranded in Bahrain | Local resident describes uncertainty
* Mid-way — Lawmakers call for balanced approach to maternity leave expansion * Gaming | Galaxy posts 33% growth in full-year earnings * Taste of Edesia
* Meters’ revolution — New public tender for street parking management mandates long-awaited multi-payment system and remote top-ups * Tourism | Holiday arrival growth strengthens tourism outlook, industry
* Property Momentum — Housing transactions surge as prices soften * Tourism | CNY holiday ends with over 1.7 million visitors * Transport | Lawmaker Ella Lei
* Lucky Streak — Citigroup forecasts MOP20 billion February GGR, driven by Chinese New Year wagering surge * Tourism | CNY visitors surpass 1.5 million * Economy
* Holiday Crowd— Visitor arrivals during Spring Festival Golden Week slightly exceeded 2024 and 2025 levels as total arrivals reach 1.36 million * Religion | Annual Catholic
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