Macau
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Man dies after domestic dispute over money, woman arrested
A local man has died, and his 62-year-old wife has been arrested following a domestic dispute over money that escalated into a violent confrontation ... -
Average hotel occupancy rate up 3.1% y-o-y
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) said that, according to industry figures, hotel establishments in Macau averaged 91.3% occupancy during the National Day holiday, ... -
Organizers confirm program for the 73rd edition
The Macau Grand Prix Organizing Committee (MGPOC) has officially announced the program for the 73rd Macau Grand Prix, scheduled for Nov. 19 to 22. ... -
Golden Week delivers 1.1 million visitors, up 9.5%
During the seven-day National Day Golden Week holidays, Macau received 1,143,287 visitors, according to preliminary figures from the Public Security Police Force (PSP). The ... -
NBA and Sands celebrate tip-off ahead of games with local youth basketball clinic
NBA and Sands China held a tip-off day yesterday as part of the “NBA Cares x Sands Cares Community Impact Week 2026,” featuring a ... -
Hotel occupancy tops 90% during holiday peak
Macau’s hotels were nearly full during the National Day Golden Week peak, with occupancy above 90% from October 1 to 5 and some properties ... -
Gov’t HQ opens doors this weekend
The government headquarters (Palácio da Praia Grande) will be open to the public tomorrow and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. During this ... -
Macao Orchestra to present 20th Century Masterpieces
The Macao Orchestra will perform “Rophé and Skride Perform 20th-Century Masterpieces” at 8 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Macau Cultural Center – Grand Auditorium ... -
SMG warns of bad air quality
The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) has issued a warning noting that air quality in Macau will be poor today. The warning, issued yesterday ... -
Legends inspire youth ahead of NBA China Games
Two NBA legends urged local young people to dream big and remain committed to the game during the “NBA Cares x Sands Cares Community ... -
Gov’t vows improvements to pedestrian zones to balance benefits
The government has set up temporary pedestrian zones in Taipa Village and Rua de Nossa Senhora do Amparo during major holidays. Officials have said ... -
Former journalist, lawyer, and public administration official passes away at 83
Mário Cardoso, a former Portuguese journalist, lawyer, and public administration official who lived and worked in Macau for more than 40 years, died yesterday in ... -
‘Community Spending Rewards’ scheme launches tomorrow with new merchant vouchers
The “2026 Community Spending Rewards” scheme launches tomorrow with new merchant-funded discount vouchers and consumption privilege vouchers, prompting questions about whether government and merchant ... -
New Neighborhood launches ‘triple rewards’ homebuying promotion
After raising the per-person purchase cap to two units in February, the “Macau New Neighborhood” project in Hengqin has launched a “triple rewards” promotion ... -
Driver shortage looms as Macau prepares 700 new taxis
A new batch of 700 taxis will be rolled out in phases from the second to the third quarter of next year, with the ... -
ExCo finalizes activity regulation overhaul, easing licensing for low-risk activities
The Executive Council (ExCo) has completed its discussion of the “Regime of Regulation for Specific Businesses and Activities”, easing registration requirements for dozens of ... -
IR jobs on offer this month
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) will accept applications Oct. 8-23 for 318 vacancies across the six integrated tourism and leisure companies in the city. ... -
NBA China announces partnership with Li-Ning
NBA China announced a multiyear marketing partnership with the Beijing-based sportswear brand Li-Ning. The announcement, made yesterday ahead of the 2026 NBA China Games, ... -
Security guard accused of illegal lending, withholding documents
The Judiciary Police (PJ) have arrested a 32-year-old Filipino security guard accused of illegally lending money to two compatriots and withholding their identification documents ... -
DSPA to enforce new pollutant limits for motorcycles and diesel vehicles in November
The Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) will enforce stricter exhaust-emission limits for certain vehicle types starting November 1. According to a statement from DSPA earlier ... -
Lawmaker calls for more cultural venues in Taipa
Lawmaker Leong Hong Sai has urged the government to expand the supply of small- and medium-sized public venues for cultural and recreational performances in ... -
FAOM lawmakers flag youth and middle-aged job struggles, seek stronger training and hiring of locals
The Macau Federation of Trade Unions’ (FAOM) legislative team handled nearly 4,500 complaints during the past legislative session, according to the group of lawmakers’ ... -
Fishermen warn fuel costs threaten livelihoods
Fishery industry representatives from Macau and Hong Kong have said soaring fuel costs have sharply increased operating expenses, hitting small- and medium-sized vessels hardest, ... -
Child care home supervisor arrested over abuse of at least five boys
The Judiciary Police (PJ) have arrested a child care home supervisor after one victim told his mother he was molested while asleep. The case ... -
Working group meets to launch study for Pátio do Espinho
The “Pátio do Espinho Special Working Group” met to launch an urban spatial study of the area near the Ruins of St. Paul, aiming ... -
Suspect of smashing Apple Store door arrested on re-entry to Macau
A man suspected of damaging the Apple Store door at The Londoner Macao before fleeing to the mainland was arrested by local police after ... -
Administrative Court moves to TSI building
The Office of the President of the Court of Final Appeal has announced that, effective Monday, October 12 (Monday), the Administrative Court will relocate ... -
Temperature drops as Northeast monsoon arrives
The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) recorded a two-degree Celsius drop yesterday as the northeast monsoon arrived, bringing slightly cooler temperatures. SMG recorded a ... -
Applications open for 2027 vocational skills subsidy
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) opened applications on Oct. 5 for its 2027 vocational skills training and development subsidy scheme. The government-supported scheme provides ... -
Zone A waterfront footbridge to start construction in Q2 next year
The Public Works Bureau (DSOP) said at the bid opening ceremony for the construction tender that the construction of a covered pedestrian footbridge linking ... -
Airport worker injured in six-meter fall
Authorities have reported that an airport worker was injured after allegedly falling six meters while repairing a ceiling light, according to the Public Security ... -
NBA China Games anchor Sands’ push to reshape Macau as events hub
As Sands China prepares to host the 2026 NBA China Games, bringing the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets to Macau for two preseason games, ... -
FIFA president inaugurates football association’s new headquarters
Gianni Infantino, president of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), inaugurated the Football Association of Macau, China (AFM) headquarters on Sunday, becoming the ... -
Golden Week starts strong with 5.4 million crossings expected
Macau’s border crossings are on track to reach around 5.4 million during the seven-day National Day holiday, the public security police force (PSP) said. ... -
Centaline urges gov’t backstop as Macau home prices hit 14-year low
Realtor Centaline has urged the government to step in as a backstop for the property market, proposing interest subsidies or tax relief. It also ...
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