Unemployment rate approaches 2019 levels

The general unemployment rate for March-May 2024 stood at 1.9%, while the unemployment rate for local residents was 2.5%, according to data from the Statistics

Portuguese authorities investigate dismissal of five EPM staff

Portuguese Education authorities are investigating the dismissal of five staff members from the Portuguese School of Macau (EPM), the Office of the Minister of Education,

Gov’t condemns Taiwan’s travel alert on Macau

The Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) government has strongly condemned Taiwan’s “defamation and smearing” in relation to the issuance of a travel warning concerning Macau last

Celebrity chef brings flavors of Jordan to Macau students

Internationally renowned chef Sara Aqel introduced students in Macau to authentic Jordanian cuisine today in a demonstration sponsored by MGM Macau. Aqel’s demonstration filled the sensory space at

SAR passport holders granted visa-free access to Georgia

The government of Macau has received confirmation that passport holders can now visit Georgia without a visa for trips lasting 30 days or less. The Embassy of Georgia

Cross-border traffic, airport arrivals on the rise

Cross-border vehicular traffic in May grew 23.6% year-on-year to 758,865 trips. Macau single-plate vehicle trips to and from Hengqin (127,000), trips made under the “Northbound Travel for Macau

MGM Promotes Macau as an Art and Culture Destination

With a commitment to connecting the world through art, MGM has been striving to promote Macau as a cultural art destination and enhance public interest in the city’s arts

Dutch artist brings ‘Eggspression’ to Macau

Galaxy Macau has unveiled a new art exhibition, partnering with renowned Dutch artist Henk Hofstra, presenting the “Eggspression” installation inside a venue in the Pearl

Over 7,000 individuals repaying student loans

Iun Pui Iun, deputy director of the Education and Youth Development Bureau, said there are still over 7,000 individuals repaying student loans as of the 2023/2024 school year. 

Crime Gang fight over money at Cotai hotel

Police officers intervened to stop an alleged fight involving multiple individuals at a Cotai hotel during the weekend. The officers used batons and shields to separate and subdue

Life science industrial park construction underway in Hengqin

A new life science industrial park is under construction in Hengqin. It is situated on Qinghai West Road and is expected to significantly boost Macau’s technology and life

Macao Water promotes water conservation

Macao Water has hosted its annual open day event to educate the public on the importance of water conservation. The company highlighted Macau residents’ relatively

Macau universities rise in global rankings

The University of Macau (UM) and the Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST) have made significant advances in the latest global university rankings, reflecting the growing

Group launches online outreach program to identify suspected drug abuse cases

In response to a concerning rise in drug-related crimes, Macau is taking proactive steps to address substance abuse issues, particularly among young people.

Unpaid leave at DFS sparks debate on labor rights

Local labor officials say they have received no complaints so far about a major duty-free retailer, DFS, requiring employees to take unpaid leave this summer. However,

Growing cases of alcoholism-related mental illness in Macau

The number of people in Macau seeking help due to alcoholism-related mental illness is growing significantly, the president of the Association for Rehabilitation of Drug

Big brands continue with a mainland-tourists-only sales orientation

The Times has learned that some local representatives of major electronics brands continue to have a mainland-tourists-only approach to sales, disregarding other markets such as

Officer investigated for hair-pulling incident at Hengqin checkpoint

The Public Security Police (PSP) in Macau has launched an investigation into the conduct of one of its officers who was seen on video appearing to

Exports at MOP1b in May

The city’s total merchandise exports amounted to MOP1.04 billion in May, down 11.6% year-on-year, according to the Statistics and Census Service. This was driven by a 10.9% decline

Fire at Tong Wa San Chun estate sends six to hospital

A fire at Block 14 of Areia Preta’s Tong Wa San Chun estate has left at least six individuals seeking medical attention for smoke inhalation, local authorities reported

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