2020 tourist arrivals to reach over five million

Visitor arrivals in the Macau SAR for 2020 may total around five million, underscoring the fact that the city is only recording between 18,000 and 20,000 of entries daily. Speaking on

Briefs | Gov’t continues with building constructions to save on rents

  The SAR Government has recently announced that another land plot, sized 6,480 sqm and located opposite the main door of the Macao Cultural Centre, will host a new government office

CRIME | Man assists friend to rape own partner

A man who allegedly helped his friend twice to rape his former girlfriend, who was then a minor, was accidentally discovered while local law-enforcement authorities were investigating a drug consumption

Taipa construction accident leaves one dead

A construction worker was killed in an accident in which he was buried by falling earth at a construction site near the Light Rail Transit’s Ocean Station on Tuesday, the

Artyzen Grand Lapa to undergo further rebrand in early 2021

Grand Lapa Macau has announced its change of name to Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau as part of its rebranding process. Although they are yet to announce the full details of the

Portuguese, English press explore GBA cities

  The Macau Portuguese and English Press delegation is currently visiting the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area’s cities of Guangzhou, Zhaoqing and Jiangmen, among others, to explore the culture and tourism

Sulu Sou appeal to plenary on disclosure of associations’ accounts rejected

A final appeal made by lawmaker Sulu Sou to the plenary of the Legislative Assembly (AL) over the decision to reject the discussion of a bill that aimed to publicize

The Buzz | UK investigates possible allergic reactions to COVID-19 shot

U.K. regulators said yesterday that people who have a “significant history’’ of allergic reactions shouldn’t receive the new Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine while they investigate two adverse reactions that occurred

First comprehensive publication on Macau Gaming Law issued

The recently launched “Macau Gaming Law – Annotated with Comments” is a new, four-volume publication that covers all local gaming regulations with explanations and comments by legal expert António Lobo

Briefs | MGTO welcomed media delegation from mainland

  Titled “Integrated Media Visit to Macau”, a delegation comprising 11 mainland China’s news media paid a familiarization visit to the SAR for a coverage of the city’s latest progress of

Free Covid-19 vaccination on a voluntary basis for residents

Macau’s citizens will be able to enjoy a free vaccination for Covid-19 if they request one. However, the SAR government cannot announce a concrete timetable for this program yet due

Education | Bureau to run survey on mainland teacher exchange program

For the first time in a decade, the Education and Youth Affairs Bureau (DSEJ) will run a survey asking local teachers about the mainland “instructor-teacher” program, Kong Chi Meng, Deputy

Briefs | DSAL: Construction sites, casinos have the most job hazards

  In the latest survey on occupational safety, conducted by the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL), authorities determined that the sites with the greatest number of accidents were construction sites, kitchens, casinos

Crime | Woman charged over unlawful hiring of domestic helper

A 50-year-old local resident is being charged by the judiciary authorities over the unlawful hiring of a domestic helper from Vietnam, the Public Security Police Force (PSP) spokesperson informed yesterday

CE congratulates AIPIM on its 15th Anniversary

Although not present at the 15th anniversary celebration of the Macau Portuguese and English Press Association held yesterday, Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng sent his written regards to the association,

GEG’s Responsible Gaming Efforts to Bring Families Together By Building a Healthy Community

A responsible gaming culture not only contributes to the industry’s health, but helps support the health and well-being of employees and their families. Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) is committed to

DSEJ: Budgeting investment against GDP ‘impractical’

Budgeting education investment against the city’s gross domestic product (GDP) is impractical, Lou Pak Sang, director of the Education and Youth Affairs Bureau (DSEJ), said at a public event. Although the

Sands China awards suppliers, local SMEs in ceremonies   

For the first time ever, Sands China Ltd. hosted two ceremonies on the same day to honor distinguished suppliers for the group and support local small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The

Chambers kick off festive season with gathering

A total of five Chambers of Commerce in Macau held their annual Inter-Chamber Christmas Party at Naam Garden at Grand Lapa Hotel, attracting some 200 guests. The participating Chambers were those

Policy Address | Gov’t rebuts complaints that taxi sector unaware of smart terminal fees

Secretary for Transport and Public Works Raimundo do Rosário refuted the idea that the taxi sector was not made aware of the fees charged on smart terminals, the regulation for

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