Survey shows residents prefer walking in daily commutes

The Transport Bureau (DSAT) released the results of last year’s mobility survey yesterday, revealing that walking accounted for approximately 46.5% of all travel modes among Macau residents. Compared

CE commits to seizing opportunities at inaugural AIE

The three-day Global Artificial Intelligence Machines and Electronics Expo (AIE) started yesterday, featuring a “dual-city exhibition” model held simultaneously in Macau and Zhuhai. In his speech, Chief Executive

2026 Vocational Skills Subsidy Program opens for applications

The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) is now accepting applicants for its “2026 Subsidy Scheme for the Promotion of Vocational Skill Training and Development.” The application period runs from

Woman killed in motorcycle crash on Sai Van Bridge

A 41-year-old local woman died after a serious motorcycle collision on the Sai Van Bridge’s motorcycle lane Sunday evening. Police responded around 7:41 p.m., finding two motorcycles involved.

Legislative panel reviews 2026 retirement fund budget

The Legislative Assembly’s Second Standing Committee continued reviewing the 2026 retirement fund budget, examining operations and finances. Chairman Ip Sio Kai said next year’s revenue is projected at

Education Arts Gala to feature nearly 550 students and teachers

The annual Education Arts Gala will be held December 10, featuring 55 schools, nearly 550 teachers and students, and the PLA Macau Garrison. Themed “Remember History, Forge Ahead

Police seize over 6 kg of cannabis bound for Hong Kong

Local authorities intercepted a Malaysian man suspected of smuggling 6.27 kilograms of cannabis through the city to Hong Kong, with a black-market value of MOP6.27 million. The Judiciary

Residential sales fall in early November

Financial Services Bureau data show that 118 residential transactions were recorded in the first half of November, down 21 units or 15% from the second half of October.

Community council discusses land use and cultural projects

The Islands District Community Service Consultative Council held its regular meeting, with members proposing initiatives to boost cultural and community resources. They suggested transforming Coloane Market into a

Man arrested for drunk driving after early-morning crash

A local man in his 30s was arrested for suspected drunk driving after crashing into a car parked in a metered space early last Saturday (Nov. 29). Police

Winter flower show blooms purple in Taipa

The Municipal Affairs Bureau’s Winter Flower Show 2025, themed “Fields of Purple Blossoms,” will run from Dec. 19 to Jan. 4 at Avenida da Praia in Taipa. This

Economy grows 8.2% in 2024, services lead recovery

Gross Value Added (GVA) of all economic activities in the SAR rose 8.2% year-on-year to MOP384.54 billion in 2024, driven by the ongoing recovery of the local economy,

Cross-border traffic sees significant rise

Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) data show that cross-border vehicular trips in Macau rose 20% year-on-year in October to 1,008,461, with light passenger cars up 21.6%. Trips via

Hotel occupancy hits post-pandemic high

Hotel occupancy in Macau reached over 89% in October, the highest for the month since the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the Statistics and Census Service. The city’s 147

Customs seize cigars, electronics, and seafood in eight smuggling cases

Macau Customs intercepted eight smuggling cases from November 23–27, seizing about 4,152 grams of cigars, 157 used electronic items, 70 kg of pineapples, 65 memory cards, and 38

Thai Cultural Festival set for the weekend

Held annually on the first weekend of December, the Thailand Cultural Festival will return to Rua de Abreu Nunes, also known as “Thai Food Street,” on December 6

Gov’t donates HKD30 Million to aid Tai Po fire victims

The government has donated HKD30 million through the Macau Foundation to aid rescue efforts and reconstruction following last Wednesday’s deadly fire at the Wang Fuk Court apartment complex

Local civil servant arrested for drunk hit-and-run

A 50-year-old local civil servant was apprehended for hit-and-run after crashing his car into roadside railings on Alameda Dr. Carlos d’Assumpção I last Friday evening. The Public Security

15th Macau Shopping Festival to run throughout December

The 15th Macau Shopping Festival will take place from December 1 to 31, featuring a series of promotional activities and discounts. Over 300 stores will participate, organizers said,

Financial resource matching session supports SARs’ youth startups

A financial resource matching session for Macau and Hong Kong youth startups was recently held in Nansha, co-hosted by the district’s Human Resources and Social Security Bureau, the

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