Macau, Hong Kong officials stress smooth progress before opening

The 15th National Games Road Cycling (Men's Individual Race) Officials from Macau and Hong Kong said yesterday that both regions are committed to ensuring the success of

No-smoking zones outside schools pending trial

The Health Bureau (SSM) has announced plans to trial no-smoking areas outside four educational institutions this November. Alvis Lo, director of the bureau, revealed the

Mortality falls as local population holds steady in Q3

Macau's total population reached 686,600 at the end of the third quarter of 2025, roughly unchanged from the same period last year, according to data from the

Patane’s Night Watch House temporarily closed for restoration work

The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) has announced that Patane’s Night Watch House will be closed to the public from today until the end of the year.

Female body found in Nam Van Lake under investigation

A female body was found floating in Nam Van Lake, near Avenida de Sagres, at around 8:28 a.m. yesterday, according to the Public Security Police (PSP). The Fire

Construction worker wages drop 4.7% in Q3

The Statistics and Census Service reported a 4.7% quarter-on-quarter decline in the real wage index for construction workers in the third quarter of 2025, after adjusting for inflation.

Visitor non-gaming spending rises in Q3, per-capita figures fall

Macau’s total non-gaming spending by visitors reached MOP20.38 billion in the third quarter of 2025, up 10.7% year-on-year, according to the Statistics and Census Service

CCAC uncovers election bribery and illegal campaigning cases

The Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) has uncovered two cases linked to the 8th Legislative Assembly Elections, including one involving a voter allegedly soliciting a bribe in exchange

Belgian Days 2025 celebrate culture and collaboration in Macau and Hong Kong

Starting of Ariane Loze’s performance The Belgian Consulate for Hong Kong and Macau returns with a vibrant cultural showcase this November, staging the Belgian Days festival with

AJM hosts exhibition on Macanese sports achievements

The Macanese Youth Association (AJM) is hosting an exhibition on the achievements of Macanese athletes over the years. Titled “Honors and Distinction – Memories of Macau

New typhoon likely to disrupt local GP

Named Fung Wong, the tropical storm that formed yesterday morning in the sea east of the Philippines is likely to intensify and pass closer to Macau

GP, National Games to likely boost occupancy to 90%

The director of the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, said that the November events, including the Grand Prix (GP) and the

CNY fireworks to move entirely to Taipa

The launching of fireworks and burning of firecrackers during the Chinese New Year (CNY) will be restricted to Taipa Island, the Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) announced,

Gov’t no plans to raise childcare allowances

The local government has no immediate plans to raise childcare allowances or expand the age range for eligible children, the Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) said. Authorities

15th National Games a chance for Macau to ‘showcase its vitality’: Li Yi

Macau wushu athlete Li Yi Macau has a spotlight role as China’s 15th National Games open Sunday across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, marking the first

Galaxy posts 14% rise in Q3 revenue despite typhoon impact

Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) reported a 14% year-on-year increase in group net revenue to HKD12.2 billion for the third quarter of 2025, with adjusted EBITDA

Macau rises to sixth in Asia-Pacific tourism as arrivals increase: PATA report

Macau continued to record strong tourism growth in the first half of 2025, climbing to sixth place among destinations across the Asia-Pacific and Americas, the Pacific

Leong Pou U wants provident fund to be mandatory for all

The newly elected lawmaker, Leong Pou U, representing the Macau Federation of Trade Unions, has called for the immediate transformation of the Non-Mandatory Central Provident Fund

From Macau to Fukuoka, pets will be able to fly beside their owners next year

Many people consider their pets part of the family, but pet travel restrictions often separate them when traveling abroad. However, a travel agency now

Chief Executive to deliver 2026 Policy Address Nov. 18

Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai will deliver the 2026 Policy Address on Nov. 18 at the Legislative Assembly, with the session scheduled to begin at 3 p.m.

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