Opinion
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Ukraine crisis talks must be done ingood faith
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine, now in its fifth year, has only intensified over time, fueled by the continuous military support from different ... -
Four-hands dining scene is bringing the world to the table
Fine dining has long been associated with exclusivity, celebrated chefs and culinary experiences that can feel far removed from everyday dining. But in Macau, ... -
Netanyahu’s biggest reelection concern is his own supporters
As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeks reelection, his main concern isn’t his political rivals. It’s his biggest supporters. A series of small, pro-Netanyahu ... -
Your wardrobe may be working against your fertility
Most people looking to protect or improve their fertility think first about diet, sleep, stress and medical care. Clothing rarely makes the list. But ... -
Social media firms step up age checks
Of the child safety measures agreed to in Meta’s landmark legal settlement, no category contains more detailed requirements than its commitments on age assurance ... -
Rogue AI agents on the loose
The evolution of language models into autonomous artificial intelligence agents — able to use tools, execute code and browse the web independently — has ... -
Why Oura and Whoop are bound for IPO glory
Smart money moves on so fast. The semiconductor stocks that ripped through the roof in the first half of the year are struggling to reclaim ... -
Could Canada leave US cities in the dark in a trade war? Not likely
Social media users are claiming that Canada could plunge the U.S. into darkness if the trade war between the once-friendly neighbors escalates further. Speculation ... -
The low-sugar trap: When less sugar doesn’t mean more health
As health awareness rises globally, reducing sugar intake has become a mainstream consumer choice. From beverages to baked goods, low-sugar and sugar-free products are ... -
Buddhist life in Thailand extends far beyond meditation
I recently returned from leading a program in Thailand focused on how Buddhists practice religion. The participants – Buddhist practitioners from North America and ... -
Stable Sino-ROK ties serve both and region
As China and the Republic of Korea [marked yesterday] the 34th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, there is a renewed opportunity to ... -
All land uses are temporary
In the life of a place like Macau, there is no such thing as definitive land use. All potential uses that someone, either the ... -
Why social media algorithms send you posts you don’t like
Do your social media accounts feed you content reflecting your beliefs and principles? Our research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of ... -
Why big Western acts are leaving Macau behind
Ever since Beyoncé took the stage in November 2007 to launch Macau’s entertainment era, the city has prided itself on evolving into a luxury ... -
Hassabis, realistic AGI and rosy tomorrows
In 2020, Demis Hassabis and John Jumper unveiled AlphaFold2, an artificial intelligence model capable of predicting the structure of virtually every known protein. Widely ... -
Iran peace deadline expires with no deal
The deal U.S. President Donald Trump signed at Versailles in June set an ambitious 60-day deadline for ending the war with Iran and resolving ... -
Domestic helpers deserve protection, too – and a better deal
Industry groups and lawmakers have recently been calling on the government to tighten oversight of the city’s domestic helpers, citing concerns about the quality, ... -
‘Beehive’ buzz irresponsible sound-biting
As Taiwan’s Han Kuang military exercises began last week, the Chinese island’s secessionist-minded leader Lai Ching-te stood aboard a fast-attack boat watching low-flying drones ... -
China is shaping open-source technology – including AI
As you read this article on your computer or smartphone, you are almost certainly using open-source technology. It forms the foundation of the global ... -
Hong Kong’s low-tax lure is getting a reality check
Hong Kong’s competitiveness as a financial center is about to be tested. The low-tax haven has two opposing forces transforming its $5.4 trillion asset ... -
Europe should follow China’s AI diffusion model
The global debate over artificial intelligence has been dominated by an arms-race mentality focused on the technological frontier. The United States and Silicon Valley ... -
When everything is the wolf: Macau’s warning-fatigue issue
The lesson of Aesop’s fable – The Boy Who Cried Wolf – is not that we should live peacefully without any warnings, but that ... -
South Korea is becoming uninvestable, too
South Korea is home to the world’s hottest — and most volatile — stock market this year. The Kospi’s near 40% tumble in just ... -
Study abroad dreams and the road back
Studying abroad is a dream for many Macau families, a path to broader horizons and sharper competitiveness. Yet for graduates returning home, the reality ... -
How Indian Gen Z ‘Cockroaches’ dented Modi’s image
For weeks, India’s young protesters waved signs mocking Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government and rallied under an unlikely name: the Cockroach Janta ... -
Power of Siberia 2 and Russia’s growing dependence on China
For years, Russia has portrayed its strategic “pivot to Asia” as proof that it can successfully replace European markets with Asian demand. Few projects ... -
Macau’s walkability is an asset – its air quality should be too
Few cities make walking as convenient as Macau. Within minutes, residents and visitors can move between shops, offices, landmarks, and tourist spots without relying ... -
Global Development Initiative aims to propel shared development of world
As a major country in the world, China has both the capability and the willingness to contribute to global development. The Global Development Initiative ... -
The homeownership dream is dead
For generations, the formula for success was made to seem simple: study hard, get a good job, buy a home. Homeownership was the cornerstone ... -
AI development should be innovative, inclusive and cooperative, not zero-sum
There is now a division in the artificial intelligence development track. Closed-source or open-weight? The choice of AI model is really a choice between ... -
Winning the Scale or Winning at Life?
Recently, the government has launched a “weight loss challenge” to capture public attention on healthy lifestyles and the importance of maintaining a healthy body ... -
China-ASEAN cooperation remains crucial anchor of regional stability and prosperity
This week’s ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and related gatherings in Manila have placed the Philippine capital at the forefront of geopolitical discussions. Amid the ... -
Is Macau Happy?
A few days ago, someone asked on social media, “Is Macau happy?” 86 people answered. “Happy.” “I don’t feel it.” “Hengqin is luckier.” “Don’t ... -
Autistic children drown at alarming rates – swim lessons and water safety strategies can save their lives
During roasting-hot summer days, more and more people make their way to swimming pools, lakes, rivers and other spots where they can access water ... -
Screen time guidelines for kids and adolescents have shifted as research paints a more nuanced picture
Concerns surrounding young people’s screen time are widespread. Australia became the first country to ban social media for users under 16 in December 2025, and Denmark, Franceand the ...
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