Seniors’ apartment contracts finalized Dec. 10

The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) has announced that contracts for approximately 600 households moving into government-funded elderly apartments will be finalized Dec. 10. This initiative aims to provide

Residential property transactions increased 30% in October

The Financial Services Bureau recorded 253 residential property transactions in October, an increase of 31% (60 units) compared to the previous month, with 183 transactions on the Macau

Retail outlook brightens despite September sales slump

September proved to be a challenging month for the local restaurant and retail sectors, according to the latest Business Climate Survey released by the Statistics and

Cultural industries record growth in 2023

In 2023, Macau’s cultural industries saw significant growth, with 2,866 organizations operating across four key sectors: digital media, creative design, cultural exhibitions and performances, and

Technology shines in tourism training program

This year’s tourism training program by the United Nations World Tourism Organization and the Macao University of Tourism (UTM) places a strong emphasis on technology’s role in

Nearly 26,000 attendees participate in ‘hush! Beach Concerts x Yo~ga Wellfest 2024’

Nearly 26,000 attendees participated in the “hush! Beach Concerts x Yo~ga Wellfest 2024” from November 9 to November 10. Co-organized by MGM China and the Cultural Affairs Bureau,

Sands China donates MOP1.08 million in scholarships

Sands China Ltd. recently held its annual ceremonial check presentation at The Venetian Macao, donating MOP 1.08 million to seven higher education institutions. This marks their 18th consecutive

Tens of thousands crowd Parliament grounds in support of Māori rights

As tens of thousands crowded the streets in New Zealand’s capital, Wellington, yesterday, the throng of people, flags aloft, had the air of a festival or

Australian tourists hospitalized after apparent severe alcohol poisoning in Laos party town

Two Australian tourists are being treated in Thailand for suspected severe alcohol poisoning after consuming tainted drinks in neighboring Laos, Australian media reported yesterday. The

G20 summit calls for more aid to Gaza and an end to the war in Ukraine

Leaders of the world’s 20 major economies called for a global pact to combat hunger, more aid for war-torn Gaza and an end to hostilities in

Farmers protest at Parliament House over a ‘ruinous’ tax hike

With banners, bullhorns, toy tractors and an angry message, British farmers descended on Parliament yesterday to protest a hike in inheritance tax that they say will deal

1995 Diana admits adultery in TV interview

Diana, Princess of Wales, has spoken openly for the first time about her separation from the Prince of Wales in a frank interview for the BBC’s Panorama programme.

‘Interior Chinatown’: Its cast has faced Hollywood struggles uncannily like its characters

Jimmy O. Yang once played “Chinese Teenager #1.” He’s now No. 1 on the call sheet in “Interior Chinatown” — despite playing downtrodden background actor Willis Wu

Croatia, Denmark qualify for Nations League quarterfinals with draws

Denmark and Croatia completed the Nations League quarterfinals lineup after both sides secured draws yesterday . Denmark went 0-0 in Serbia, and Croatia came from behind

Numerous children injured by a vehicle outside an elementary school

Numerous children were injured by a vehicle outside an elementary school in central China’s Hunan province yesterday, reports said. Hours after the incident, the casualty count was unclear

Microsoft pitches AI ‘agents’ that can perform tasks on their own at Ignite 2024

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is opening a company conference in Chicago with remarks that could set the stage for where it’s taking its artificial intelligence business. AI

Climate change is encouraging unsanitary toilet practices among vulnerable communities

Everyone knows that climate change has consequences, such as a higher likelihood of severe floods, hurricanes and droughts. But here’s a lesser-known problem: Climate change makes toilets more

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – edition no. 4609

— Ho Iat Seng claims to have achieved ‘every goal’ from his policies, as he hands over the government to the next Macau boss * Education | UM Hengqin land plot

GDP up 11.5%, surpasses pre-pandemic levels

Macau's economic recovery has reached a significant milestone, with gross domestic product (GDP) expanding 11.5% year-on-year in real terms during the first three quarters of this

CTT: Post delivery monitored, but residents complain

The Macao Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT) has told the Times that quality of mail delivery services is subject to ongoing monitoring for quality assurance.

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