Macau
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Hotel staff tip-off leads to drug bust involving couple
The Judiciary Police (PJ) have arrested a Hong Kong couple on charges of drug trafficking, drug use, and improper possession of utensils or equipment, ... -
Transport industry calls for updated training rules
The government plans to amend the “Driving Schools and Teaching Regulations” within 2026, aiming to improve the scope of “refresher lesson” eligibility, learning routes, ... -
DSEDJ urges law awareness and parental guidance
The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) said it is highly concerned about a case involving a dispute between minors reported by the police, ... -
SMG projects thunderstorms expected midweek
The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG)said Macau will be affected by a high-altitude anticyclone early this week, bringing sunny skies and hot daytime conditions. ... -
SJM posts Q1 loss in self-op shift
SJM Holdings Ltd. posted a first-quarter loss for 2026 as the company fully shifted away from satellite operations, according to results released last week. ... -
Macau fires back at Hong Kong lawmaker’s ‘ordinary food’ remarks
Hong Kong legislator Adrian Pedro Ho King-hong sparked heated cross-border debate after openly describing Macau’s cuisine as “extremely ordinary” during a legislative session while ... -
Authorities warn of fake electricity payment SMS scam targeting residents
Authorities have issued a warning, urging the public to be alert to fraudulent messages involving fake electricity payment reminders. According to the Anti-Fraud Coordination ... -
Visitor non-gaming spending rises 24.5% in Q1
Macau recorded a strong rise in visitor spending in the first quarter of 2026, with total non-gaming expenditure reaching MOP24.43 billion, up 24.5% year-on-year, ... -
Travel apps fail to provide fast, safe routes for pedestrians
Back in 2025, Macau ranked among the Top 10 Asian cities for walkability. The ranking (ninth position) followed a government bid to increase walkability ... -
Hengqin Port’s smart immigration clearance lane to cut crossing time by 90%
The Smart Immigration Clearance system now operating at Hengqin Port’s one-stop vehicle lanes reduces crossing time from 100 seconds to just eight to 10 ... -
Gov’t rolls out two-month diesel subsidy scheme with MOP80 million budget
Effective Monday (May 11), the government will provide a diesel price subsidy of MOP3.3 per liter for two months, with the Economic and Technological ... -
Macau looks to expand recycled water use in Cotai
Macau plans to expand the use of reclaimed water in Cotai, with two new treatment facilities expected to begin supplying recycled water to leisure ... -
IC says growing number of youngsters want to work as ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritors’
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) is continuing to offer training and certification for “Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritor,” IC president Deland Leong said yesterday during ... -
Macau showcases ‘Jacone’s Polyphony’ at this year’s Venice Biennale
At the 61st edition of La Biennale di Venezia, Macau’s “Jacone’s Polyphony” brings together the works of three emerging local artists on an international ... -
Two dual-plate vehicles caught smuggling 38 live ornamental fish
Gongbei Customs at the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB) intercepted two Guangdong-Macau dual-plate vehicles on Wednesday for illegally carrying live ornamental fish into the mainland. ... -
Hantavirus risk in Macau low, but rat control urged
Health authorities say the risk of a hantavirus outbreak in Macau is low, with no reported cases in the past 30 years. The virus, ... -
Youth job fair opens at Macao Forum with 1,300 vacancies
A youth job fair is underway at the Macao Forum until tomorrow, offering over 400 job types and more than 1,300 vacancies, with a ... -
Sands China Introduces ‘Sands Cares x SEN Holistic Development Support Programme’
In cooperation with Bosco Youth Service Network, ‘Workplace Inclusion Navigation Day’ helps youth with special educational needs integrate into the workplace Sands China and ... -
Cotai EV supercharging station coming by mid-year
With the number of electric vehicles across Macau growing significantly, authorities have stated that they are working to complete and open the supercharging station ... -
LRT to trial easing bike rules on weekends
Macao Light Rapid Transit (LRT) announced that it will pilot relaxed size restrictions for bicycles on trains and in stations every Saturday and Sunday ... -
Macau to disburse 2026 childcare subsidy next week
The 2026 childcare subsidy will be disbursed on Thursday (May 14), with each eligible infant and toddler receiving MOP 18,000. The government estimates about ... -
Adam Scott gets spooked in a haunted hotel in ‘Hokum’
The first few minutes of “Hokum” might make you think you’re in the wrong movie. I certainly did. If you know anything about Damian ... -
Rainy weekend ahead and a warm Mother’s Day
Macau’s weather will improve just in time for Mother’s Day this Sunday, May 10. The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) predicts heavy rain and ... -
Gov’t updates Northern Taipa development plan, lowering density to almost half
Initially planned to be home to some 36,500 people, the Northern Taipa Urban Zone, which comprises the areas formerly known as Cheok Ka and ... -
New women’s development plan prioritizes health, families, and social inclusion
Macau has launched its second long-term plan to advance women’s development through 2032, outlining 66 policy measures across key areas including health, employment, and ... -
Three residents lose MOP1.1 million in ‘mainland authority impersonation scams’
Three local residents have fallen victim to “mainland authority impersonation scams” recently, losing a combined total of more than MOP1.1 million, the Judiciary Police ... -
Trial expansion of casino shuttle buses records over 3,000 passengers
Macau has extended hotel and casino shuttle bus services to local communities on weekends, with authorities noting that the cumulative number of passengers has ... -
Macau Pavilion facilitates over 400 business matches at 139th Canton Fair
The Macau Pavilion facilitated over 400 business matching sessions during the five-day 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair), connecting 19 participating Macau ... -
Fong Pak Ian sworn in as DSI’s new deputy director
Fong Pak Ian was sworn in earlier this week as the new deputy director of the Identification Services Bureau (DSI). The swearing-in ceremony took ... -
Under-18 student involvement in smuggling rises slightly
The first four months of this year saw customs prosecute 68 cases of illegal cross-border smuggling totaling MOP 4.73 million, along with a slight ... -
Local gymnasts secure multiple podium finishes at a Hong Kong tournament
Local gymnasts representing the Gymnastics Club Macau (GCM) achieved strong results at the Hong Kong Invitational Tournament 2026, held last weekend. According to a ... -
Group calls to upgrade yacht policy to boost marine tourism
A local maritime group has urged the government to enhance yacht travel policies and infrastructure to attract high-end visitors and support the marine economy. ... -
Outdoor venue outsourcing tender planned to boost efficiency, value
The Cultural Affairs Bureau plans to launch a public tender by mid-2026 to outsource operations of the outdoor performance venue, aiming for handover to ... -
Man loses over MOP140,000 in impersonation scam
A local man lost more than MOP140,000 after falling victim to a scam involving suspects posing as mainland law enforcement officers, Judiciary Police said. ... -
Registration opens for clinical medicine skills training course
Registration began Wednesday for the second session of the Basic Clinical Medicine Skills Training Course, organized by the Health Bureau, the Macao Medical Center ...
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