Visitors in free fall, especially from the mainland

Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that visitors to Macau dropped 4.4% year-on-year in February. According to DSEC, the drop is mainly due to a

100% success rate at cat adoption, but vets warn of risks

In a successful turnout for animal welfare, all 22 cats available for adoption were placed in new homes during an event organized by the Macau Jockey

Even two De Niros aren’t enough to make ‘Alto Knights’ a successor to ‘Goodfellas’

You’re the actor!” shouts Anna Genovese at her estranged spouse, gangster Vito Genovese, in a courtroom where he’s implausibly claiming he lacks funds to support her.

The number of passengers transported by the LRT continued to grow in February

The Light Rapid Transit (LRT) system transported an average of 27,100 passengers daily in February. The figure represents the continuing increase in passenger numbers since

Advocates for change in parking are pleased with the conversion of motorcycle parks

Considering DSAT’s recent decision to proceed with the parking conversions after a discussion and calls from several sectors of society for almost a decade, the

Hong Kong richest man is in hot water over his company’s Panama Canal ports deal

Analysis Hong Kong tycoon Li Ka-shing’s business empire is in the crosshairs after CK Hutchison Holdings chose to sell its Panama Canal port assets to

Bus services under review as contracts near expiry amid rising passenger demand

The Transport Advisory Committee is calling for a comprehensive review of bus services in Macau as contracts for the two primary bus companies are set to

Poly MGM Museum clinches four international awards

The Poly MGM Museum has garnered international recognition, winning four design awards in just four months since its grand opening in November 2024.

Gaming sector sees slight increase in registered junkets

Macau currently has 24 gaming promoters registered with the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ), representing less than half of the 50 junkets authorized to operate this

2nd Macau International Comedy Festival set for May

The 2nd Macau International Comedy Festival is set to take place from May 9 to 13, spanning both Macau and Hengqin. Under the theme “I

DSEDJ to introduce new guidelines on mobile phone use in schools next year

The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) is preparing new guidelines on students’ use of mobile phones on school campuses, Leong I On, chief of the

Trump and Putin agree to an immediate ceasefire for energy infrastructure in Ukraine conflict

President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed during a lengthy call yesterday to an immediate pause in strikes against energy infrastructure in the Ukraine

Electoral commission investigates allegations of nomination pressure

The Legislative Assembly Electoral Affairs Commission (CAEL) is looking into allegations that individuals were pressured into signing nomination forms for the formation of a nominating committee.

Casino revenues in March show seasonal decline: HSBC

Macau's gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the first 16 days of March totaled MOP10.1 billion, according to a report by HSBC Global Research.

Property market faces continued struggles despite modest February gains

Macau's property market is experiencing ongoing challenges, despite a small improvement in prices and sales in February compared to previous lows. Recent figures from the Financial

Hengqin Port hits 2.59 million vehicles in one year of ‘one-stop’ operations

Hengqin Customs reported that as of 3 p.m. yesterday, more than 2.59 million vehicles had passed through the port. It has been a year since

Police crack down on illegal gambling operation in NAPE

A police operation uncovered a large-scale illegal gambling operation in an apartment in NAPE area. Authorities discovered two gambling tables, a poker machine, a large quantity

Beijing conducts air and sea drills near Taiwan in response to US, Taiwanese statements

An unusually large number of Chinese military ships, planes and drones entered airspace and waters surrounding Taiwan between Sunday and Monday, the self-governing island’s Defense Ministry said.

30% of elderly report high loneliness, nearly half plan to retire in mainland

A recent survey by the Sheng Kung Hui Social Service Association found that 30% of Macau’s elderly population experiences a “high degree” of loneliness, while nearly half

Organ donation registration sees rise and plans to simplify process

The Health Bureau (SSM) reported a 6.6% increase in organ donation registrations in 2024, with 6,380 residents now registered as donors. The bureau plans

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