Putin’s system survives local elections as some cracks appear

Simmering popular anger led to setbacks for Russia’s ruling party in closely watched races in Moscow Sunday, even as the Kremlin used its tight control of the electoral system to

UN atomic watchdog confirms Iran installing new centrifuges

The United Nations’ atomic watchdog confirmed yesterday that Iran is preparing to use more advanced centrifuges, another breach of limits set in the country’s unraveling nuclear deal with major powers. Iran

This Day in History | 1963 – American Express comes to Britain

American Express, one of the world’s largest banking houses, has opened a credit card service in Britain. Holders of the cards will be able to use them at nearly 3,000 hotels,

Offbeat | Man calls police demanding they return his stolen pot

A man confused about Ohio drug laws has called a police department demanding that officers return the small amount of marijuana they “stole” from him. WXIX-TV reports the man told a

Tory Burch celebrates Princess Diana with fashion week show

From a linen and leather pant to a macrame tweed skirt, Tory Burch looked to one of the most important fashion icons of the 20th century for inspiration at New

In ‘Dolemite Is My Name,’ a return to form for Eddie Murphy

It took Eddie Murphy more than a decade to get a movie made about Rudy Ray Moore. Judging by the response to the film at the Toronto International Film Festival,

Boxing Wallin out to shock Fury, put Sweden back on boxing map

The pretty Swedish coastal city of Sundsvall has had a couple of quirky brushes with elite heavyweight boxing over the years. In 1965, heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali stunned the locals by

The Buzz | How much do Trump tweets swing the market? Check ‘Volfefe’

Financial markets have become so in thrall to President Donald Trump’s tweets that J.P. Morgan has created an index to help identify how much volatility they’re creating. Strategists at the bank

Ex-Governor Sanford adds name to GOP long shots against Trump

Mark Sanford, the former South Carolina governor and congressman, joined the Republican race against President Donald Trump yesterday , aiming to put his Appalachian trail travails behind him for good

World Briefs

TAIWAN and the Solomon Islands put on a display of friendship yesterday, pledging to deepen ties, even as rumors persist the Pacific nation is close to severing relations in favor

Our Desk | Sandal revolution

Does Macau’s weather bother you? Have you ever heard about “Hong Kong foot?” Hong Kong foot, athlete’s foot, tinea pedis, or ringworm; choose the name you are most familiar with. “Athlete’s foot

Tuesday, September 10, 2019 – edition no. 3372

* Thousands link arms in HK chain * Alibaba’s next chief talks strategy * Surveillance cameras took the credit for foiling four car crash liars who pretended a passenger was behind the

MUST Medical School welcomes inaugural student cohort

The Faculty of Medicine of the Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST) will begin teaching its Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree this academic year, becoming the

Ask the Vet | Canine Distemper Virus 

Feline weight loss is essential for obese and overweight cats. An overweight cat presents numerous health risks, including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure and a shorter lifespan. Body Condition

Education authority wants to nurture critical thinking in schools

The Education and Youth Affairs Bureau (DSEJ) aims to develop “critical thinking” in local schools and is against the idea of teachers bringing any “ideology” into schools, DSEJ director Lou

Briefs | PJ officer arrested for leaking information

A chief investigator at the Judiciary Police (PJ) has been arrested and charged with accepting bribes and leaking confidential police information, the PJ revealed. The 36-year-old, who started serving at

Fireworks Carnival lit Saturday night sky

The Fireworks Carnival and the fourth Macau International Lantern Festival kicked off on Saturday, along with the 30th Macao International Fireworks Display Contest themed “Duo Celebrations for Macau.” The Fireworks Carnival

Aviation | Macau route approved for new Taiwan airline

Starlux Airlines, a new airline based in Taiwan, has received the green light to operate flights between Macau and the island. Its maiden flight is expected to be on January 23

Courts | Decision on domestic violence case expected next month

The Court of First Instance’s (TJB) decision on the case of Lao Mong Ieng, a woman who was severely injured by her husband during a domestic dispute, will be made

‘Y Show’ returns to Regency Art Hotel for fourth year

Organized by the Chiu Yeng Cultural and Creative Industry Association, the fourth “Y Show” held its opening ceremony at Regency Art Hotel on Friday. The Y Show took place at Regency

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