A second high court rules that the ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional

A second Japanese high court ruled yesterday that the government’s policy against same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, the latest in a series of decisions upholding plaintiffs’ demands for

Court orders Najib to enter defense in his second graft trial linked to 1MDB scandal

Malaysia’s High Court yesterday ordered imprisoned former Prime Minister Najib Razak to enter a defense in his second corruption trial over the multibillion-dollar looting of the

Jobs report on eve of election will be among the most distorted in years

Five days before Election Day, the government will issue its final snapshot of hiring and unemployment in the United States after a presidential race in which

1984 Indian prime minister shot dead

Indira Gandhi, the Prime Minister of India, has been killed by assassins in New Delhi. Mrs Gandhi was thought to have been walking through her gardens this

FIFA announces first Club World Cup sponsor with Chinese electronics firm branding VAR checks

FIFA finally announced a first sponsor for its revamped Club World Cup yesterday in a deal that will brand video review checks at the tournament in the

A man is arrested on suspicion of killing a woman in a park

A foreign man living in Hong Kong has been arrested on suspicion of killing a Southeast Asian woman at a waterfall inside a park in the Chinese territory.

Afghan women cannot pray loudly or recite in front of other women

Afghan women are forbidden from praying loudly or reciting the Quran in front of other women, according to a Taliban government minister. It’s the latest restriction on

Trump muddies an already-chaotic debate in China

They might have to meet again. As President Xi Jinping decides on the size of China’s stimulus package, he has to consider the possibility that Donald Trump, who

Thursday, October 31, 2024 – edition no. 4597

— Generation Z, those born between 1997 and 2012, is emerging as a significant force in high-net-worth consumption, according to expert * Heritage | UNESCO approves new project for Calçada do

Network grows with opening of Seac Pai Van Line on Nov. 1

Macau's Light Rapid Transit (LRT) system is set to expand its reach, with the official opening of the Seac Pai Van Line on Nov. 1.

Inbound package tour visitors up 101.2%, outbound travel by residents climbs

Macau's tourism sector has shown strong signs of recovery in the first three quarters of 2024, with a significant surge in inbound package tour visitors,

DSAT claims new taxis are on the way

In response to several media reports highlighting the slow rollout of the 500 new taxis from the recent licensing tender held in mid-May, the Transport Bureau (DSAT)

Unemployment remains stable; concerns remain for fresh graduates

Macau’s unemployment rate has remained stable in the third quarter of this year, according to data from the Statistics and Census Service. However, some scholars are

Lei Chan U wants further review of the Labor Law

Lawmaker Lei Chan U has called on the Chief Executive-elect Sam Hou Fai to prioritize the fulfilment of his political agenda, which includes measures to increase social

ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming tops China’s rich list

ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming tops the list of China’s richest people, according to the Hurun Research Institute, although many of them have seen their net worth

‘Aoqin’ travel incentive program accepting applications until March 2025

The ‘Aoqin’ Travel Incentive Program is now open for applications, with a deadline set for March 31, 2025. This initiative aims to boost tourism and

Conclusion of MICAF Fun Day – Arts Carnival

Macau’s first International Children’s Arts Festival concluded with the MICAF Fun Day – Arts Carnival, attracting 63,000 attendees over two weekends from Aug. 23 to Sept. 1. Co-organized

UC and UM to Launch Joint PhD Program in Health

The University of Coimbra (UC) and the University of Macau (UM) plan to launch a jointly supervised PhD program in health by 2025 or 2026, according to João

Franchise industry seeks enhanced regulation

The local franchise sector is advocating for improved regulations to streamline operations and foster growth in the Macau market. The Macau Chain Stores and Franchise Association expects that

Family disputes arbitration bill passed on the first reading

The Legislative Assembly (AL) has passed the first reading of a new bill establishing an arbitration and mediation scheme for family disputes. The bill

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