LRT suspended for Xi’s visit

Macau’s Light Rapid Transit (LRT) operator has announced the temporary closure of a key section of its service, just a day after the government offered free rides on

AMCM strengthens cooperation with Angola, Cape Verde

The Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM) recently convened bilateral meetings with the National Bank of Angola and the Central Bank of Cape Verde to enhance collaboration on payment and

Christmas market opens in Tap Seac Square

The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) kicked off its annual Christmas Market in Tap Seac Square, which will run for 17 consecutive days, offering a range of Christmas gifts, food,

Cold weather ahead of winter solstice

As the weekend approaches, the region is bracing for chilly weather. The Meteorological Bureau (SMG) forecasts temperatures to drop to 11 to 12 degrees celsius during the 25th

Hong Kong’s John Lee to attend handover celebrations

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee will lead a delegation to Macau  on Friday for the 25th anniversary celebration of Macau’s return to China and the inauguration

Hotel security guard arrested for alleged sexual harassment

A hotel security guard in his 30s has been apprehended for allegedly sexually harassing a female passer-by. Police said the incident occurred Saturday afternoon when a woman in

Trade with mainland reaches RMB471b

The total trade value between mainland China and Macau has reached 471.43 billion yuan from January 2000 to November 2024, according to recent customs data.

Elderly care services to be expanded, improved

The Women’s General Association of Macau is advocating for expanded and enhanced elderly care services in the city, including regular rental discounts for seniors’ apartments

Melco hosts “Splendors of China” event to celebrate the Double Anniversaries

Marking the special occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 25th Anniversary of Macau’s Return to the Motherland,

Why is tech giant SoftBank investing over $100 billion in the US

Japanese tycoon Masayoshi Son and President-elect Donald Trump have announced plans for technology and telecoms giant SoftBank Group to invest $100 billion in projects in the United

MOP7.3 billion for six major 2025 projects

The opinion issued by the Second Standing Committee of the Legislative Assembly on the analysis of next year’s budget bill highlights six major projects planned for

Economic prosperity stable, mixed indicators

The Macau Economic Association (MEA) has released the latest trend of the Macau Economic Prosperity Index, revealing a “stable” overall performance despite a “polarized” distribution of

Pereira Coutinho calls for action against fake diplomas

Lawmaker José Maria Pereira Coutinho has expressed serious concerns regarding a recent scandal involving fraudulent high school diplomas from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Lawmakers approve bill despite disappointment

The Legislative Assembly has passed the final reading of the bill that establishes the government budget for 2025. In a discussion that saw almost no debate or

A stint that lasts a lifetime: an American’s journey in a changing Macau

Timothy Simpson never expected his stay in Macau would turn into such a long haul. He arrived in 2001, thinking of it as a good stepping

Free Public transport Dec. 20

Macau will waive fares for public buses and offer free travel on the Light Rapid Transit Dec. 20 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Macau Special Administrative

Discounts for elderly residence users extended

The government has announced an extension of its 20% discount on user fees for local elderly residents, responding to community feedback. Eligible applicants can now apply until Dec.

Woman arrested for Cotai theft of MOP9,300

A woman from mainland China in her 30s was apprehended for allegedly stealing handbags and perfume valued at approximately MOP9,300 from two stores in the Cotai. Last week,

UM updates admission criteria, no DSE option

The University of Macau (UM) has updated its admission criteria for mainland Chinese students, now requiring applicants to apply for undergraduate programs without the option of

IAS: 10-year plan for elderly concludes 2025

The government has announced that the comprehensive 10-Year Action Plan for Elderly Services is expected to be completed within the next year. This step

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