The greatness of simple things makes people happy

This year’s weather conditions weren’t particularly good for the public, the cars, and the drivers. During the drivers’ parade, there was even a small shower, and the

Yamal, 16, leads Spain’s new generation to win over Croatia

Spain 3, Croatia 0 Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to appear in a European Championship as Spain’s new generation brushed aside Croatia’s challenge 3-0 in

Nuclear-armed nations deepening their reliance on nuclear weapons, watchdog finds

The world’s nine nuclear-armed states continue to modernize their nuclear weapons as the countries deepened their reliance on such deterrence in 2023, a Swedish think tank

US surgeon general calls for warning labels for social media, like those on cigarettes

The U.S. surgeon general has called on Congress to require warning labels on social media platforms similar to those now mandatory on cigarette boxes. In a Monday opinion

Singapore-washing has hit a wall

Can private wealth management hubs stay neutral and discreet in an increasingly polarized world? Private banks in Zurich lost some of their shine after Switzerland decided to adopt

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 – edition no. 4504

* Macau sees tourism boom as arrivals reach 82.5% of pre-pandemic levels * Euro 2024 | Ronaldo set to break more records * Experts explore ways of polishing the ‘golden business card’

Gov’t extends repayment period for SMEs’ entrepreneurship assistance programs

The SAR government’s Executive Council has concluded its revisions to assistance programs in a bid to provide continued support for beneficiary enterprises and young entrepreneurs

MGM explores potential casino investment in Thailand

MGM China is reportedly searching for new investment options in Thailand’s proposed entertainment complex. This potential move comes as Macau’s gaming operators seek to capitalize

Severe rainstorms to ease this week

Macau suffered severe rainstorms over the weekend with some areas recording over 100 mm of rainfall in a single day, the Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau

Macau denies entry to Hong Kong journalist citing ‘public security’

Macau has denied entry to a Hong Kong journalism lecturer traveling to the casino hub to host a news writing workshop, citing concerns over potential threats

Hotel occupancy to surpass 90% by the year-end, MGTO claims

The occupancy rate of the local hotels should surpass 90% by the end of this year, the director of the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), Maria

Pilgrims commence the final rites of Hajj as Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha

Masses of pilgrims yesterday embarked on a symbolic stoning of the devil in Saudi Arabia. The ritual marks the final days of the Hajj, or Islamic pilgrimage,

Gov’t to provide financial support for students in Hengqin

In a move to deepen education cooperation between Guangdong and Macau, the Executive Council has formulated new administrative regulations to provide financial support for Macau students

Residents opt to eat out in Zhuhai

A recent survey conducted by the Macau University of Science and Technology has found Macau residents are more satisfied with dining and shopping experiences in Zhuhai compared to

Gaming crime bill omits money touts

A recent draft of Macau’s “Law to Combat Gambling Crimes” does not specifically address the issue of unauthorized money change touts operating in or around casinos. Despite this

HZMB attracts 149,000 tourists in first half-year

The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB) welcomed more than 149,000 tourists on guided tours in its first six months of limited operations, customs officials have said. The world’s longest

Macau, Hong Kong reject EU’s ‘baseless’ annual report

The Macau government has issued a strong statement criticizing the European Union’s (EU) 2023 annual report on Macau, calling the contents “baseless” and accusing the EU of

DSAMA closes beaches due to E. coli bacteria outbreak

The Marine and Water Bureau (DSAMA) has closed Hac Sa and Cheoc Van beaches in Coloane due to high levels of Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria.

Registration period for candidates to the CE election committee to kick off

The Electoral Affairs Committee of the Chief Executive (CAECE) has announced that those interested in taking part in the elections for members of the CE Electoral

Macau sees surge in revenue, increased public spending

Macau’s current revenue has witnessed a 64.7% year-over-year increase during the first five months of 2024, driven by a robust rebound in gaming taxes. Concurrently,

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