Zelenskyy cuts short South African trip after massive Russian strike on Kyiv kills nine

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said yesterday he is cutting short his official trip to South Africa and returning home after a major Russian strike on the Ukrainian

1974 Rebels seize control of Portugal

Army rebels are in control of Portugal tonight after an almost bloodless dawn coup ended nearly 50 years of dictatorship. Shortly after midnight, tanks rolled into the

‘The Accountant 2,’ with Ben Affleck, isn’t quite a write-off

Hordes of horror films line up for Halloween and a sleigh full of Christmas movies arrive annually in December, but there is slightly less competition around the

Nancy Kwan tells the behind-the-scenes story of playing a Hollywood stereotype

Demure, submissive and erotic, Suzie Wong is that bigger-than-life stereotype, that caricature Asian women grew up with in the U.S. We may have also secretly hoped

Legacy of Skin Caviar 

A lightweight fluid moisturiser, this firming Skin Veil is powered by our latest discovery in caviar science called Caviar Hydroessence – the water-soluble, protein-rich elements of caviar that

Hong Kong allows outspoken Cardinal Joseph Zen to attend Pope Francis’ funeral

Hong Kong’s outspoken Roman Catholic Cardinal Joseph Zen was allowed to leave the southern Chinese city to attend Pope Francis’ funeral in Vatican City. Zen, a

China launches three astronauts to replace crew on Chinese space station

China has launched three astronauts into space to replace the crew on the Chinese Tiangong space station, marking a further step in the country’s ambitions for a crewed

What will happen at the funeral of Pope Francis

The 88-year-old pontiff had been well aware of his fragile state and advanced age. As early as 2015, Pope Francis had expressed the desire to be buried in

Friday, April 25, 2025 – edition no. 4706

— Macau sees a surge in unlicensed tour services promoted online, mostly by tourist visa holders, according to a Times investigation; MGTO is probing * Labor | Ron Lam: Gov’t approach

Increasing maternity and annual leave is on agenda, gov’t pledges

The government has announced plans to increase maternity leave and annual holidays, with these changes expected to be implemented this year. Secretary for Economy and

FDCT budget has increased by 88% this year, says economy chief

The Science and Technology Development Fund (FDCT) budget has increased by 88% this year, Secretary for Economy and Finance Anton Tai Kin Ip said yesterday at

Visitor arrivals surge 11% in Q1, fueled by same-day visitor growth

Visitor arrivals to Macau rose by 11.1% year-on-year to 9.86 million in the first quarter of 2025, according to the latest data from the Statistics and Census

Secretary for Economy and Finance takes charge of revitalization projects of gaming ops

The portfolio of the Secretary for Economy and Finance has taken over leadership of the government’s revitalization projects for six community areas, building on the

EVs in the spotlight as China claims a leading global role at Shanghai’s auto show

Leading automakers will be showcasing their latest designed-for-China models at the Shanghai auto show this week, struggling not to be edged aside in the world’s largest car market

Woman detained for keeping HKD9,000 found in casino shop

A mainland woman in her 30s is suspected of keeping HKD9,000 found in a casino shop instead of reporting it. The Public Security Police were alerted by the

Croupier suspected of illegal currency exchange in casino

A 43-year-old female croupier is suspected of illegally exchanging money with gamblers while on vacation. The PJ were conducting a patrol at a hotel in the Cotai area

Gov’t organizes activities for May Fourth Movement

The Education and Youth Development Bureau, in collaboration with over 90 organizations, has organized a series of activities to mark the 106th anniversary of the May Fourth Movement,

Decline in suspicious casino transactions in Q1

The Financial Intelligence Office (GIF) reported over 1,200 suspicious transactions in the first quarter of 2025, with 891 cases submitted by six casino operators. These transactions were suspected

Flood protection project begins in Coloane

The Public Works Bureau (DSOP) has announced the commencement of a major flood protection and drainage project on the western side of Coloane. With an estimated

Gov’t set to launch ‘comprehensive’ vocational training platform this year

The government plans to launch a comprehensive vocational training platform later this year, allowing job seekers to access all necessary resources in one convenient location.

MACAU DAILY TIMES