Gov’t sees no need to review domestic violence law amid spike in cases

The government has reaffirmed its commitment to the existing domestic violence law, even as reported cases continue to rise. In the first half

Jetfoil services resumed after four-year hiatus with ‘Terceira’ departure from HK

Ferry company Turbojet has resumed Jetfoil services between Hong Kong and Macau. The company reinstated jetfoil journeys last Friday with the Jetfoil “Terceira,” according

Lawmalker calls on gov’t to monitor casino social responsibilities

Lawmaker Leong Sun Iok has called for oversight of casino social responsibility programs. The lawmaker from the Macao Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM) emphasized the need for

Song Man Lei appointed acting president of top court

Song Man Lei has been appointed acting president of Court of Final Appeal following the resignation of former president Sam Hou Fai, who is now

Lack of birth certificates puts Cameroon’s Indigenous people on the brink of statelessness

The morning sun filtered through the forest canopy, casting dappled light on this village in Cameroon. For the Baka Indigenous community, it was a timeless image.

Property market struggles despite lifting restrictions

The residential property market continues to face challenges despite the lifting of market restrictions in April, with transaction numbers and prices hitting multi-year lows in August.

Over 490,000 tourist arrivals during hottest Mid-Autumn Festival on record

During the recent Mid-Autumn Festival, Macau saw a surge in travel across its borders, highlighting the holiday’s festive spirit. From Sept. 14 to 18,

New traffic arrangements near Macau Bridge to improve efficiency

In preparation for the upcoming opening of the Macau Bridge, the Transport Bureau (DSAT) has announced a series of traffic adjustments and new routes to

Recycling efforts surge as over 458 tonnes processed

Macau's Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) has made significant strides in recycling, with over 458 tonnes of circuit boards and batteries processed for resource recovery as

Taiwanese businessman’s gaming debt to Alvin Chau scales to MOP1.5 billion

A significant figure in Taiwan’s ongoing corruption scandal has been revealed to owe former junket operator Alvin Chau a staggering NT$6 billion (approximately MOP1.52 billion) in gaming debts,

Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations held across China and the world

From colorful lantern displays to mooncake-making workshops, poetry readings, and musical performances, Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations are taking place across the globe, inviting people from all backgrounds to

100,000 daily visitors expected during Golden Week

The government anticipates that China’s National Day Golden Week holiday will be the next peak period for Macau tourist arrivals, forecasting an average of 100,000

Association: Operators’ revitalization plans slowed by bureaucracy

Macau's ambitious plans to diversify its economy through non-gaming projects are facing significant delays, primarily due to bureaucratic hurdles. As gaming operators strive to

Audit report exposes flaws in accessibility for visually impaired

The Commission of Audit has released a critical report addressing significant shortcomings in the planning and execution of barrier-free pedestrian facilities for individuals with visual impairments

Connie Chung launched a generation of Asian American girls named Connie

Some public figures are honored with namesake buildings or monuments. Veteran broadcaster Connie Chung has a strain of marijuana and hundreds of Asian American women as

DEA closing two offices in China, struggles to stem flow of fentanyl

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is shutting down two of its hard-won offices in China, The Associated Press has learned, a move that comes even as the

Union Hospital: A ‘significant milestone’ in healthcare landscape

In a significant milestone for Macau’s medical landscape, the Macao Medical Center of Peking Union Medical College Hospital, commonly known as the Macau Union Hospital, officially opened

Rise in crime in first half of 2024 amid tourism rebound

Crime has increased 14.6% in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period last year, reaching a total of 7,160 cases, according to data

CEM cites lack of maintenance for power outages in old buildings

Electricity firm Companhia de Electricidade de Macau (CEM) says that power outages in some older buildings have been caused by a lack of maintenance of

Cultural participation shows mixed trends in Q2

A total of 282,400 individuals engaged in cultural activities in the second quarter of 2024, reflecting a participation rate of 50.1% among those aged 16 and above, according to recent data from

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