Echo Chan re-appointed to Forum Macau

Economist Echo Chan has been re-appointed as coordinator of the Supporting Office to the Permanent Secretariat of the Forum for Economic and Trade Co-operation between China and

‘Year’s best photos’ to be showcased for first time in town

The 2017 Professional Photographers Asia Community (PPAC) International Photo Awards and Convention will take place in Macau tomorrow and on Wednesday. This is the first

Briefs | IFT holds Open Day

The Institute for Tourism Studies (IFT) held an “Open Day” event at its main campus on Saturday. The event attracted many high school graduating students, parents and members

Culture | Ung Vai Meng steps down to devote himself to artistic work

The President of the IC, Ung Vai Meng, announced on Friday night that he would be stepping down from his role, citing a desire to return

Marceau to shoot next ad campaigns for The Parisian

French actress, director and The Parisian Macao ambassadress Sophie Marceau is back in the region to shoot her next series of property advertisements. The Parisian Macao hosted a celebration

Ask the Vet | 8 Causes of Sudden Weight Loss in Dogs

Sudden weight loss in dogs may signal serious medical conditions and should be reported to the vet. This weight loss in dogs may be caused by: Diabetes

Light Rapid Transit | Gov’t admits no idea of passenger numbers, journey fares

With the Taipa Line of the Macau Light Rapid Transit (LRT) project planned for a 2019 launch, local transport authorities have admitted that they have

Government responds to criticism about fee hikes

The government has responded to public criticism of the recent fee increase for some services under the Traffic Affairs Bureau (DSAT), especially those concerning the removal

Education | Polytechnic Institute, IFT host ‘Open Day’ tomorrow

The Macao Polytechnic Institute (IPM) will host several activities for its annual Open Day, which will take place tomorrow afternoon on its main campus at Luís

Second-highest worldwide | Macau ATM density continues to soar

Macau has the world’s second-highest density of Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) with 254 ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2015, according to a report issued last year by

Consumer Council | Number of complaints down 12percent

The Consumer Council handled approximately 6,420 cases last year, of which 1,673 were complaints, 4,711 inquiries and 36 suggestions. The Consumer Council said in a

Call on local filmmakers for cinematic proposals

The Macao Cultural Centre (CCM) is calling for local filmmakers to submit new cinematic proposals for the next edition of “Local View Power” (LVP) from now

Briefs | CE says government respects press freedom

At two separate lunches with local media representatives, Chief Executive Chui Sai On said that the government respects the freedom of the press. Chui said the government

‘Bunk bed workers’ | Migrants living in crowded flats

A  significant number of migrant workers face difficulties living in the region due to the sudden surge in housing expenses. While many migrant workers live

AL Plenary | Sexual harassment to have heavier penalties

The Legislative Assembly (AL) passed an amendment regarding the region’s laws relating to sexual harassment and sexual activities with minors. The amendment, presented by the Secretary for

Briefs | Sulu Sou criticizes Liaison Office

Sulu Sou, president of the New Macau Association (ANM), criticized the deputy director of the Liaison Office, Yao Jian, following his comments on Macau hiring non-local occupational drivers.

Education UM scholar heads World Interpreter and Translator Training Association

Professor Li Defeng, director of the University of Macau’s (UM) Centre for Studies of Translation, Interpreting and Cognition, Faculty of Arts and Humanities, has been elected president

Civil servants share thoughts before being decorated

Some of the 36 individuals and organizations who will be decorated by the government this week met with journalists yesterday to share their feelings on the recognition they

Ho Chio Meng | Latest request denied, case to be expedited

The trial of the territory’s former top prosecutor, Ho Chio Meng, resumed yesterday after a two-week recess period, with the presiding judge refusing another request from Ho’s

World briefs

CHINA State media say an official in southwest China has shot and wounded two city leaders before killing himself. The shooting happened yesterday morning in Panzhihua city in

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