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Gov’t unveils packed August lineup of cultural, sports events
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) and the Sports Bureau (ID) have unveiled a packed summer calendar for August, featuring everything from children’s theatre and ... -
Over 7,600 private residential units under construction or in planning in Q2
More than 7,600 private residential units were under construction or in the design phase in the second quarter of 2026, according to the latest ... -
Foreign worker arrested over alleged sexual harassment of student
A Myanmar national in his 30s was arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a local high school student on a street, police said. The incident ... -
Two illegal money exchangers arrested, one defrauding client of RMB300,000
The Judiciary Police (PJ) recently cracked two cases involving illegal money exchangers, arresting two mainland men. In the first case, a victim transferred RMB304,500 ... -
Ip Sio Kai wants to protect local culture from ‘Westernization’ and ‘polarization’
Lawmaker Ip Sio Kai wants the government to do more regarding “cultural security” to prevent local “Chinese culture” from being infiltrated by “Western values.” ... -
Alvis Lo calls AI a ‘helpful tool’ in medical care
The director of the Health Bureau (SSM), Alvis Lo, has said that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) has helped local medical staff perform ... -
Gov’t rules out counselor certification scheme, confirms mental health service site for Q2
A unified certification system for psychological counselors is not on the cards for now, but the government will continue to provide training and support, ... -
Suspended police officer allegedly paid MOP1,000 to take blame for red-light violation
The Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) has uncovered a case involving a Public Security Police Force (PSP) officer who allegedly paid another person MOP1,000 to ... -
Sands Shopping Carnival draws nearly 160,000 visits
The seventh Sands Shopping Carnival drew nearly 160,000 visits from July 23 to 26 at The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Expo, marking the highest annual ... -
Four Seasons Macao unveils 2026 Mid-Autumn mooncake collection
Four Seasons Hotel Macao has unveiled its 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival mooncake collection, handcrafted by the Michelin-starred team at Zi Yat Heen. The collection features ... -
Gov’t projects MOP9 billion cumulative deficit through 2031
The government projects that the local pension system’s cumulative funding shortfall will reach MOP8.986 billion between 2027 and 2031. The forecast was addressed yesterday ... -
Gov’t says fines, demolitions of illegal structures doubled y-o-y in 1H
The Land and Urban Construction Bureau (DSSCU) announced that it had opened 433 cases involving unauthorized construction work in the first half (1H) of ... -
Bus services expanded for summer demand
Macau’s two public bus operators have added weekend and seasonal services to cope with increased summer passenger demand in the city center and Cotai, ... -
IAM detects high concentration of cadmium in dried food product
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) has announced that it detected excessive levels of the heavy metal cadmium in a dried lily bulb product available ... -
Woman faces prosecution over illegal currency exchange near casino
A 35-year-old unemployed mainland Chinese woman has been transferred for prosecution after allegedly conducting illegal currency exchanges with casino patrons in Macau. Police said ... -
Health Bureau expands self-health monitoring with kiosks, chronic disease screening
The Health Bureau (SSM) plans to roll out self-service kiosks for physical and mental health checks as part of efforts to promote self-health management. ... -
Eight children infected with enterovirus at Taipa nursery
Eight children enrolled at a nursery Taipa have tested positive for enterovirus, with all patients receiving medical attention and showing mild symptoms, the Health ... -
Airport posts 7.9% passenger growth in first half of 2026
Macau International Airport handled approximately 3.9 million passenger movements in the first half of 2026, marking a 7.9% increase compared with the same period ... -
Net service exports drive first-quarter economic growth
As the city’s gross domestic product rose 7.1% year on year, net service exports contributed 11 percentage points to Macau’s first-quarter economic growth, according ... -
Resident receives suspended sentence for election-related defamation
A Macau resident has been sentenced to five months in prison, suspended for two years, after being convicted of two counts of defamation linked ... -
Karaoke rules eased to allow minors with parents during daytime
Karaoke venues could soon welcome minors under 16 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. if accompanied by a parent, under a proposal to reposition ... -
Gov’t to add separate urban renewal chapter to final version
After reviewing the opinions submitted during the public consultation for the Third Five-year Plan, the government has announced that it will dedicate a separate ... -
Wedding expo opens with nearly 40 brands showcasing services
The Wedding, Banquet, Beauty and Jewelry Expo will be held at Fisherman’s Wharf from Friday to Sunday, featuring nearly 40 brands from Macau, Hong ... -
Friendship Bridge access restrictions continue during maintenance works
Access to the Friendship Bridge will remain restricted from Friday night until Monday morning due to ongoing maintenance works. The Transport Bureau and Public ... -
Industry groups call for tighter oversight of foreign domestic helper market
Growing concerns over the quality and accountability of foreign domestic helpers have prompted renewed calls from legislators and industry representatives to amend Macau’s existing ... -
Leong Sun Iok urges gov’t to clarify situation of IC and ID restructuring
Lawmaker Leong Sun Iok has urged the government to complete the ongoing restructuring of the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) and Sports Bureau (ID) so ... -
Tourism sector admits lack of rules as gov’t plans guidelines
The local tourism sector has acknowledged that the travel photography industry has long lacked proper regulation, as the government prepares to introduce guidelines following ... -
Education center operator loses appeal over fake attendance sheets
The Court of Second Instance (TSI) has confirmed a nine-month jail term for an education center operator who forged attendance sheets to defraud the ... -
The St. Regis Bar returns to Asia’s 50 Best Bars list at No. 45
The St. Regis Bar at The St. Regis Macao has been ranked No. 45 in Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026, returning to the regional ... -
Public consultation on Third Five-Year Plan concludes with 92% ‘positive’ feedback
The Policy Research and Regional Development Bureau (DSEPDR) published the final report yesterday on the public consultation related to Macau’s Third Five-Year Plan for ... -
Lawmaker urges expansion of community program to support single-parent families with infants
Lawmaker Wong Kit Cheng submitted a written inquiry calling on the government to expand the scope of the “Community Inclusion and Harmony Program” to ... -
Macau Pass launches MPay’s ‘Balance to Bank’ transfer feature
Macau Pass officially launched its MPay “Balance Transfer to Bank” feature yesterday. The first phase of the service is available through partner institutions, including ... -
Public warned against feeding stray animals in public places
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) has urged the public not to feed stray animals in public places following complaints from residents about feeding activities ... -
Six mainlanders injured in Taipa restaurant brawl
A brawl broke out at a restaurant on Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen in Taipa at around 4:28 a.m. yesterday, leaving six people injured. ... -
Diners clash in Taipa eatery brawl over alcohol-fueled dispute
A brawl broke out between two groups of diners at a restaurant on Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen in Taipa, with police believing that ...
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