Iran war becomes a contest of who can take the most pain

The war with Iran, for all its complexity and global effects, boils down to a single question: Who can take the pain the longest? A

2025 on track to nearly break five-year traffic accident record

The latest data from the Public Security Police Force (PSP) indicates that Macau recorded a total of 14,638 traffic accidents last year, marking the second-highest

Municipal task force advances urban beautification

Municipal authorities are stepping up efforts to improve city cleanliness and urban aesthetics, with a dedicated task force coordinating across 16 departments to tackle key problem

DSF sees gaming revenue and public finances rise

The Financial Services Bureau (DSF) reported that 2025 gaming tax revenue reached MOP94.85 billion, up 7.6% from 2024, with a public finance surplus of MOP19.88 billion, a 26%

Man arrested for suspected arson in residential building

A 35-year-old local man was arrested by police for allegedly setting fire to the stairwell of his residential building. Authorities believe the suspect had been drinking at the

Macau sees increased live pig supply from Zhanjiang

Zhanjiang Customs reported that more than 13,000 live pigs were supplied to Macau and Hong Kong from January to February this year, marking a 50.9% year-on-year increase. According

Police arrest four in fake employment scheme

The Judiciary Police (PJ)have arrested four people in connection with a suspected fake employment scheme used to fraudulently obtain a non-resident worker permit, commonly known as

Bona Film Group acknowledges debt to Wynn

The Chinese production company Bona Film Group’s chair, Yu Dong, has been reported to owe Wynn Macau MOP4.84 million after media scrutiny. Sina Corp., a

Gov’t retrieves land plot to build public outdoor leisure area

The local authorities have held an interdepartmental action to retrieve a land plot located at Rampa dos Cavaleiros, across from Saint Paul School in the Mong

Labor Wynn rolls out career pathways for locals through new development programs

Wynn has launched its “Wynn Shining Talents Ceremony 2026” , kicking off a focus on cultivating career opportunities for local employees in the SAR.

Over 40 brands apply for first phase of ‘First-Store Economy scheme’ featuring tech

The first phase of the “Scheme for Supporting the Development of Macao First-Store Economy”, featuring new technological business formats, has garnered over 600 inquiries and

China’s auto sales sink in February as phase out of subsidies for trade-ins hits demand

China’s domestic passenger car sales fell sharply in February from a year earlier, industry figures showed yesterday, reflecting weakening demand as some trade-in subsidies are phased

1969 Paul McCartney weds Linda Eastman

Paul McCartney has married Linda Eastman in a civil ceremony in London. Hundreds of people gathered outside the Marylebone Register Office to catch a glimpse of

The countdown is on for the 98th Oscars, with Conan back and a ‘moving’ in memoriam

“One Battle After Another” and “Sinners”: top contenders at Oscar night Lynette Howell Taylor has seen the Oscars from a few different vantage points: As a

Most of Iranian team left Australia after declining last-minute airport asylum offers

The Iranian women’s soccer team left Australia minus seven of its members after tearful protests of their departure outside Sydney Airport and frantic final efforts inside

Britain is ejecting hereditary nobles from Parliament after 700 years

King Charles III reads the King’s Speech in the House of Lords, London, in July 2024 Centuries of British political tradition will end within

Cambodia aims to shut down all online scam centers there by the end of April

Cambodia hopes to shut down all of the country’s notorious online scam centers by the end of next month, the head of the Southeast Asian nation’s effort

Macau’s misfired concert dream

Nadia Shaw The Cotai outdoor performance venue, heralded as a game-changer for Macau’s entertainment ambitions, now faces a stark pivot, a conversion into a humble three-on-three basketball

Thursday, March 12, 2026 – edition no. 4909

* War clouds gather— Middle East tensions disrupt GBA airlines, spike fuel costs as Macau prepares for repercussions * Society | Home accidents on the rise, 10

Analysts: GGR off to solid start in March despite cost pressures

Citigroup analysts described Macau’s gaming industry as off to a “solid start” in early March, with the bank estimating gross gaming revenue (GGR) reaching “circa MOP5.65

Air quality fluctuations attributed to weather, not long-term decline: SMG

Macau has recently experienced isolated instances of poor air quality, which authorities say were largely influenced by local weather conditions and regional pollution transport, rather

COD unveils ‘Be A Dreamer’ campaign with celebrity ambassadors

Screenshot from COD’s commercial film featuring global ambassador Jing Boran Melco Resorts & Entertainment Ltd. launched its “Be A Dreamer” brand campaign Tuesday at City of Dreams

Hutchison completes HKD110 million sale of Macau operations

Hutchison Telecommunications Hong Kong announced its 2025 annual results, reporting the completion of the sale of its Macau business for a total consideration of HKD110

‘Winter Operation’ results in the detention of 13 fugitives

The joint annual “Winter Operation” of the security forces has found and detained 13 fugitives from justice, the Unitary Police Service (SPU) reported.

Olympians Liu and Gu travel very different paths, and China-US relations hang over their stories

This photo combo shows (from left) Gold medalist Alysa Liu of the United and Gold medalist China’s Eileen Gu It is as captivating as it is

Progress underway for 15-minute community service zones for seniors

The government has proposed establishing community service zones for seniors across Macau, designed to be accessible within 15 to 20 minutes, while the Social Welfare

Green Week features 40 activities through Mar. 15

Macau’s 45th Green Week is underway and will run until March 15, offering more than 40 nature-themed activities for the public. Organized by the Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM),

Macau promoted in London as multi-destination hub after China visa-free policy

Macau was promoted as a multi-destination travel hub during a tourism presentation held in London, as officials showcased opportunities created by China’s new visa-free policy for British travelers.

ISAF calls on pharmacists to be ‘more engaged in resident wellness’

The Pharmaceutical Administration Bureau (ISAF) recently held seminars where president Choi Peng Cheong called for pharmacists to be proactive in providing pharmaceutical services, emphasizing the

New secondary school completed in Macau New Neighborhood

Hengqin's Macau New Neighbourhood (MNN) Secondary School passed its final inspection last month, signifying full coverage of basic education, with the school expected to open for the

Macau pledges global talent hub status at Two Sessions

Secretary for Economy and Finance, Tai Kin Ip, pledged during China’s Two Sessions that the city will become “a hub for outstanding international talent,” vowing

Association calls for more consumption promotions

The Industry and Commerce Association of Macau is calling on the government to roll out more consumption-based promotions to continue stimulating consumption and benefiting local small and medium-sized

Fake Taobao customer service scam costs victims MOP1.39m

The Judiciary Police (PJ) reported three fraud cases involving scammers posing as Taobao customer service staff, with three local victims losing a combined MOP1.387 million. One victim alone

Macao International 10K bib collection starts today

The Sands China Macao International 10K Race will be held on Sunday (March 15). Registered participants can collect their race bibs, timing chips, and participant information from today

CBRE: Marketing overhaul could boost SJM outlook

SJM Holdings Ltd’s “new marketing team” and property investments could deliver upside to 2026 performance expectations, even as the casino operator lags behind Macau’s broader

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