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CHINA A fire at a foot massage parlor in eastern China yesterday killed 18 people and injured two others, state media reported. Workers jumped out of windows to

The Buzz | Police detain over 420 people in anti-IS operation

Turkey’s state-run agency says anti-terrorism police have detained over 420 people over alleged links to the Islamic State group. The Anadolu Agency says yesterday that 60 IS

‘La La Land’ continues dance to the Oscars

La La Land” director Damien Chazelle waltzed off with the top honor at the Directors Guild of America Awards, Saturday. It’s the latest stop on the ebullient

Insight | Hong Kong’s independence debacle

Those that much covet are with gain so fond, For what they have not, that which they possess They scatter and unloose it from their bond, And so, by hoping more, they have

Ask the Vet | A cat wound needs proper cleaning

A cat wound needs proper cleaning in order to prevent infections. There are different types of wounds that can occur: puncture wounds, cuts or burns. Keep a first aid

Nature | Virginia search continues for red panda, absconder of zoos

Red pandas are the Houdinis of zoos. The raccoonlike creatures, who lounge on tree branches like stuffed animals made real, have escaped exhibits in the United

Feature | Tech startups look to Lisbon as Brexit rattles London’s scene

Back in 2012, Jaime Jorge did something few of his Portuguese compatriots ever did: He turned down a job at Google in London. Jorge, then a 24-year-old

Monday, February 6, 2017 – edition no. 2736

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Tourists upset with crowded spaces during CNY

Although the territory’s Chinese New Year arrivals were up for this Golden Week, several tourists were discontented with their experience, citing overcrowding in tourist spots and some

Uneven sales leave some shop owners happy, others concerned

Casino revenue growth in Macau slowed down during January, falling short of analysts’ estimates, as the world’s largest gaming hub prepares for what may be another bumpy

Ipoh and Macau could become twin cities

The Malaysian state of Perak is creating promotional deals with Macau partners in order to boost tourism in the state, reported online Malaysian newspaper The Star.

Grand Prix | Promising Russell has sights set high for Macau

Eighteen-year-old Briton George Russell hopes to return to the Macau Grand Prix Formula 3 race for a win this year. “After last year I’d be

Government to initiate preparation for LRT

Transportation Infrastructure Office director Ho Cheong Kei has stated, during a TDM radio show, that the government will initiate preparatory work for the operation of the

Over 100 street artists used ‘Busker Cards’ to perform

The “Busker Card,” a program that aims to establish rules and regulate the activity of various street performers, has gathered the interest of over 100 street

Ung hopes IC can work in close connection with locals

Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) president Ung Vai Meng stated that the IC’s upcoming work should be in close connection with Macau residents’ lives and needs, and

Uber withdraws from Taiwan citing world-highest fines

Ride-hailing app Uber announced in a statement yesterday the suspension of services in Taiwan, starting from February 10, citing fines that amount to TWD1.1 billion (MOP283

Briefs | Nam Yue market workers show no signs of H7N9

The Health Bureau (SSM) has conducted a screening for the avian influenza virus (H7N9) for the Nam Yue wholesale market workers. According to the SSM, all 106 workers

Local helpers might eye new opportunity in Japan

Japan’s new proposal to allow a limited number of foreign domestic helpers to work in specified locations across the country could attract those currently working in

Rise in taxi infractions during Spring Festival

The Public Security Police Force (PSP) recorded 231 taxi infractions during the Spring Festival holiday period from Thursday last week until Tuesday, according to a statement released

Real Estate Matters | Common misconceptions about renting a property in Macau – Part 1

This list of common misconceptions may look innocent enough, but the difference in expectation is usually the source of major rental conflicts, and one that could be

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