Hotels focus on efficiency as Golden Week demand expected to rise

Macau hotels are turning to internal efficiency measures to remain competitive during the upcoming Golden Week holiday, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East drive up

Sands China promotes local tourism at Madrid roadshow

Sands China Ltd. participated in the “Experience Macao Roadshow in Madrid” from April 17 to 21, showcasing the city’s diverse tourism offerings as part of a broader promotional

MGM showcases tech-driven cultural tourism at Madrid ‘Experience Macao’ roadshow

MGM participated in the “Experience Macao” roadshow in Madrid from April 17 to 21, supporting the Macao SAR Government’s efforts to expand international tourism markets, particularly in Portuguese-

Taiwan leader postpones Africa visit, accuses Beijing of ‘pressure’

Taiwan’s leader postponed a visit to Africa this week when three countries withdrew permission for him to fly over their territories after pressure from China,

Funding focus moving away from journal fees

Faced with rising processing charges for international journal articles, China is advancing reforms in its scientific research evaluation system, aiming to channel more funding into actual

Pope visiting prison in spotlight after US migrant deportations

Pope Leo XIV, flanked by Equatorial Guinea’s President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo is welcomed upon his arrival at Malabo International Airport Pope Leo XIV is

1984 Scientist finds Aids virus

The discovery of a virus which may cause Aids, the fatal disease sweeping through America, has been hailed as a “monumental breakthrough” in medical research. The

Mexico to beef up security at tourist sites after shooting at pyramids

Mexico’s government said it was beefing up security at tourist sites after a man opened fire on tourists at pyramids outside of Mexico City less than two

Even as Boston Marathon records fall, Lokedi insists: ‘Honestly, it’s hard’

Boston Marathon winner John Korir of Kenya (left) hoists the trophy with women’s division winner Sharon Lokedi also of Kenya, at the finish line Maybe

Priceless 2,500-year-old golden helmet returned to Romania

The Dacian gold items – a 2,500-year-old helmet and wristbands – on display at the National Museum of Romanian History in Bucharest A priceless golden helmet

China’s foreign and defense ministers meet with Cambodian counterparts in joint 2+2 dialogue

Cambodia and China yesterday held their first meeting of what is called a “2+2” Strategic Dialogue Mechanism, bringing together both countries’ foreign and defense ministers to deepen

Why emerging markets are dismissing the bad Iran news

Shuli Ren, Bloomberg Global stock markets seem oddly disconnected from geopolitical reality. There’s no clear path to a peace deal between Washington and Tehran. The Strait of

Thursday, April 23, 2026 – edition no. 4936

* Lisbon links — Sam Hou Fai concludes Portugal visit, citing ‘fruitful’ outcomes, with 61 cooperation agreements signed across trade, tech, tourism, and cultural sectors * Tourism |

Hong Kong–Macau ferry fares to rise from Apr. 25

The prices of ferry trips between Hong Kong and Macau via the ferry operators Turbojet and Cotai Water Jet are set to increase from this Saturday

Influenza cases rise nearly fivefold in March, authorities warn public

The Health Bureau (SSM) has urged residents to strengthen personal protective measures after a sharp rise in influenza cases, with 1,785 infections recorded in

Incense sticks found at hut fire scene in suspected arson case

A fire that destroyed a tin-roofed wooden hut in Coloane on Monday is being treated as suspected arson after burned incense sticks were discovered at the

CE meets with Portuguese ministers and Chinese entrepreneurs

Continuing his tour in Lisbon, the Chief Executive (CE), Sam Hou Fai, met on Monday (April 20) local time with two Portuguese ministers (the Ministers of

MICE sector calls for more high-end international events

Macau's meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE) sector recorded strong growth last year, with industry representatives calling for further efforts to attract more high-quality international events to strengthen

China’s industrial economy up 6.1% in Q1

China's industrial and IT economy surged ahead in the first quarter of 2026, with added value from industries above designated size climbing 6.1% year-on-year. Vice Minister

Drunk driver hits woman on crosswalk

Public Security Police uncovered two drunk driving cases, arresting a local man and woman. A man in his 50s struck a mainland female pedestrian at a crosswalk on

EV motorcycle stations launch scan-to-charge trial

Electric motorcycle charging stations in public parking lots launched a “scan-to-charge” pilot on Monday, requiring users to access chargers via a mobile app. China Power Macau (CEM) staff

Social Security Fund urges electronic payments as deadline nears

The Social Security Fund (FSS) reports that as of April 19, about 12,300 employers – roughly 49% of those required – have yet to make first-quarter contributions for

UM hosts forum on TCM research transformation

The University of Macau (UM) recently hosted a forum on the internationalization of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) regulation and the transformation of research outcomes. The event gathered over

Lawmaker calls for upgrades to bus app to improve accuracy and coverage

Nearly a decade after its launch, the “Bus Traveling System” mobile application still lacks full coverage of passenger occupancy data and faces accuracy issues, according

MGTO looks to broaden discounted bus and ferry trips for foreign tourists

More overseas tourists may soon be eligible for discounted bus and ferry trips from Hong Kong to Macau, with the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO)

Micro-degree programs planned at Macau universities to support economic diversification

The Macao Polytechnic University (MPU) and the Macao University of Tourism (UTM) plan to launch micro-degree programs in the coming academic year in fields

Gov’t awards design contract for major science park project

The government has awarded the conceptual planning contract for the Macau Science and Technology Industrial Research and Development Park to the Beijing Industrial Designing & Researching

79 suspected illegal workers intercepted in March

Public Security Police (PSP) and the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) inspected 445 construction sites, private buildings, commercial premises and industrial locations in March, intercepting 79 suspected undocumented workers.

28 cases test positive for Influenza B

The Health Bureau (SSM) yesterday reported six clusters of influenza-like illness, involving students who developed fever and respiratory symptoms such as cough starting Apr.17. A total of

Government seeks to seize millions from jailed activist Jimmy Lai

The Hong Kong government is seeking to confiscate millions of dollars in funds and corporate shares it says are linked to crimes committed by jailed former

Sands China Donates MOP 1 Million to Support Responsible Gaming Efforts of Five Local NGOs

21st consecutive year of donations In line with the Macao SAR government’s responsible gaming policy, Sands China Ltd. recently donated a total of MOP 1

Pakistan preps Iran–US talks amid Tehran uncertainty

Police officers stand guard at a checkpoint ahead of the second round of negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, in Islamabad, yesterday Pakistan pressed ahead

1971 Haitian dictator dies

Haiti’s ruler, Francois “Papa Doc” Duvalier, has died after 14 years in power. President Duvalier, who declared himself “president for life” in 1964, died at the presidential

Billion-dollar attack: France boasts a rich scoring depth other teams only dream of

France will have rich depth in attack at the World Cup. About a billion dollars’ worth. That’s the estimated total value of the

Djabi has surgery for life-threatening injuries from stabbing in Denmark

Danish soccer club Midtjylland said yesterday its 19-year-old player Alamara Djabi was stabbed and had surgery for life-threatening injuries. Djabi had two surgeries and is

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