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14th Macau Literary Festival focuses on art, technology, and cultural identity
The 14th edition of the Macau Literary Festival is slated to run until March 30, bringing together different forms of artistic expression and exploring ... -
Inflation drops slightly in February, influenced by CNY prices
Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that the Composite Consumer Price Index (CPI) for February 2025 decreased by 0.16% year-over-year. Like ... -
SSM and Customs investigate case of illegal import of cigarettes and e-cigars
The Health Bureau (SSM) has reported that the Office for the Prevention and Control of Tobacco and Alcoholism of the SSM was notified by ... -
Mix of science and tradition helps restore relics in the Forbidden City
It’s highly technical work in what looks more like a lab than a museum: A fragment of a glazed roof tile from Beijing’s Forbidden ... -
Macau International Parade exceeds expectations, draws larger crowds
The number of spectators attending the 2025 Macao International Parade that showcased a line-up of 83 participating groups from across the globe have exceeded ... -
IAM to revitalize Taipa Market with new food and creative stalls by year-end
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) has unveiled a plan to revitalize the Taipa Market by adding “gastronomy + culture and creativity” elements to the ... -
France tops international suppliers to Macau with exports of over MOP2 billion in 2024
France is Macau’s second-largest supplier of food products and beverages after mainland China, with exports valued at over MOP2 billion in 2024, Christile Drulhe, ... -
Premier Li meets pro-Trump Senator Daines and calls for dialogue
Premier Li Qiang said yesterday that Beijing and Washington should choose dialogue instead of confrontation during his meeting with U.S. Senator Steve Daines, a ... -
Lawmaker calls on gov’t to accelerate smart tourism development
Lawmaker Zheng Anting has called on the government to accelerate the development of smart tourism in Macau, noting that there is a need for ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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, ... -
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 ... -
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. The ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 [Macau time] to an immediate pause in strikes against energy ... -
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 ... -
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. This ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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, ... -
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 ... -
Road safety concerns persist as south stormwater project nears completion
The third phase of the Inner Harbor South Stormwater Pumping Station and Sewerage Project, which began in November 2022, is expected to be completed ... -
Road rage incident on HZMB leads to egg tossing
A road rage incident on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge recently went viral after a failed attempt to cut in line led to an escalating ... -
Rotary clubs urge youth to donate blood as participation rates decline sharply
Macau’s annual Rotary Blood Donation Day returns this Saturday, March 22, amid concerns over declining youth participation. Recent data reveals a sharp drop in ... -
Bus passenger volume nears pre-pandemic levels amid peak-hour crowding concerns
Last year, bus services in Macau recorded a total passenger volume of 227 million, nearing pre-pandemic levels from 2019. This surge, marking a 6% ... -
Economy shows signs of improvement, as officials outline plans to boost consumer spending
The Chinese economy showed signs of improvement in the first two months of the year, though housing market weakness remained a drag on growth, ... -
Jockey Club and Anima launch cat adoption initiative following public outcry
The Macau Jockey Club, in collaboration with Anima Macau, hosted a cat adoption event yesterday after canceling plans to relocate nearly 100 stray cats ... -
Kenyan runners dominate Sands10k as Macau’s Wang Kun sets new record
Kenyan runners dominated the 2025 Sands China Macao International 10K, with Vincent Kibet Langat and Betty Sigei claiming victory in the men’s and women’s ...
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