Social Security Fund warns of scam calls

The Social Security Fund (FSS) has warned the public to remain vigilant after receiving reports from residents in neighboring regions of suspected scam calls using falsified FSS phone

SSM reports first imported Zika case of 2026

Macau has recorded its first imported Zika virus case of 2026, involving a 53-year-old local man who recently traveled to Malaysia, the Health Bureau (SSM) said. The patient

‘Women from the Sea’ brings ocean stories to Macau, Hong Kong

“Women from the Sea,” a UNESCO-endorsed documentary directed and written by Raquel Clemente Martins, will be showcased in Macau and Hong Kong on January 31, with the local

SME loan arrears reach MOP200 million

As of the end of 2024, the outstanding balance of Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Aid Scheme loans stood at about MOP1.886 billion, with more than MOP200 million

Gov’t approves 662 repairs in 2025

The Housing Bureau (IH) approved 662 building maintenance fund applications in 2025, totaling over MOP66.05 million. 15 buildings received multiple grants, with 492 buildings benefiting overall, mainly for

Five vehicles collide on Sai Wan Bridge, injuring three

Five private cars collided on Sai Wan Bridge, resulting in three drivers being injured and taken to hospitals. The accident occurred Monday, leaving oil stains on the road

Man caught smuggling 19 used phones in electric wheelchair

A man in an electric wheelchair traveling through Gongbei Port to Zhuhai last week was intercepted by customs officers due to a layer of blue plastic covering the

Man caught stealing HKD237,000 in casino chips

A 20-year-old mainland Chinese man was caught stealing HKD237,000 in chips from a female gambler at a Cotai casino, authorities said. The woman left her chips on a

Coloane recycled water station set to launch

The first phase of Coloane’s recycled water station is set to begin operations soon, supplying non-potable water for toilet flushing and irrigation at Seac Pai Van public housing

Documentary celebrates 20 years of Macau’s world heritage

To mark the 20th anniversary of Macau’s Historic Centre as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Cultural Affairs Bureau and CCTV co-produced Macau: Open-Air Museum. Premiering on CCTV-9

DSEDJ to launch AI teaching platform to support educators

The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) will roll out a localized smart teaching platform in the 2026/2027 school year, including knowledge maps for 11 subjects, an intelligent

Police crack down on suspected prostitution

Police intercepted five women and one man in female attire suspected of prostitution in Iao Hon and NAPE last month. Five individuals admitted to engaging in sex work,

Association expands early intervention services for people with disabilities

The Association of Parents of the People with Intellectual Disabilities of Macau reported smooth operations at its “Sunlight Therapy Center” in the Northern District, serving around 300 clients

IC pushes cultural tourism and IP development

The Cultural Tourism Branding Subsidy Scheme has supported enterprises in developing 416 cultural tourism products and seven experience programs, integrating heritage, community, festivals, and sports elements. According to

Driver cleared after road marking error

The Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) announced the resolution of a complaint in which a driver was fined for parking in a space affected by incorrect road markings. After

Tour bus hits motorcycle, two hospitalized

A tour bus collided with a motorcycle Wednesday evening on Avenida do Dr. Ma Man Kei in Zone A, injuring two people. A 32-year-old mainland Chinese passenger suffered

Vacant lot fire suspected as arson

A fire broke out Wednesday night in a vacant lot on Rua dos Pescadores, destroying a wooden scaffolding structure. Firefighters were called after nearby shop employees noticed smoke,

Union Hospital to run Emergency Station

Macau Union Hospital will begin operating the Islands Emergency Station later this month, providing emergency services but not trauma care. Patients requiring critical or cardiac care will be

Seasonal bus routes 21AT, 26AT resume weekend service

Seasonal bus routes 21AT and 26AT will resume weekend operations from tomorrow until ahead of the Lunar New Year. Route 21AT will run from 10 a.m. to 10

Local woman loses MOP50,000 in impersonation scam

A local woman has fallen victim to a scam involving criminals posing as mainland public security officials, losing MOP50,000. Judiciary Police said the victim received a call on

Police arrest three men over illegal gambling loans

The Judiciary Police arrested three mainland Chinese men suspected of engaging in illegal lending through “paired betting” at a Cotai casino. Police said the case came to light

UM, MIP launch AI event management course

The University of Macau (UM) and the Macao Association for Internet Research (MIP) jointly launched the “AI-Empowered Event Management” course in alignment with the “1+4” development strategy, aiming

Union Hospital completes first Mako-assisted knee replacement

The Macau Union Hospital has introduced the “Mako Robot,” a surgical system that uses 3D CT scans and a robotic arm to assist surgeons in performing personalized hip

DSAL to hold three job-matching sessions this month

The Laboru Affairs Bureau (DSAL) and Macau Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM) will hold three industry-specific job-matching sessions this month, offering a total of 227 vacancies. Registration is

DSAMA prepares reclaimed water supply with UM

The first phase of the Coloane Reclaimed Water Plant is nearly complete and will supply reclaimed water for toilet flushing and landscaping at Seac Pai Van estate and

Airport roundabout grass fire linked to burning incense

The Fire Services Bureau (CB) responded to reports of burning grassland at the roundabout near the airport in Taipa on Jan. 5. Authorities discovered that the fire had

Police arrest woman for smuggling drugs from Hong Kong

The Judiciary Police (PJ) arrested a 43-year-old local woman on Monday at the Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal after intelligence suggested she was bringing drugs into the city. Officers

Seven complaints filed over booster pump noise

Residents in Macau have raised concerns about low-frequency noise from booster pumps installed in water meter rooms, which is affecting daily life. One listener of the TDM Forum

Hong Kong to launch public services kiosk in Macau

Hong Kong plans to open a public services kiosk in Macau, across the Pearl River Delta, enabling residents to access government services remotely, The Standard reports. The facility

Cross-border traffic via HZMB hits 100 million

The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge (HZMB) Zhuhai port has seen cumulative passenger traffic exceed 100 million since opening. According to the port, it took over five years to reach

Elderly Man injured in suspected fall

A 68-year-old local man was seriously injured in a suspected accidental fall near Hang Fa Garden on Rua Alegre, suffering a forehead laceration with bleeding. The incident occurred

Yellow cold alert in effect as temperatures drop to 10.5 degrees

A yellow cold weather alert remains in effect, with the Taipa Grande meteorological station recording a low of 10.5 degrees Celsius as of 7 a.m. yesterday. The Meteorological

Free childcare opens for disadvantaged families next Monday

The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) will launch a free childcare program for vulnerable families on Jan. 12. Eligible households, including single-parent, disabled, or low-income families, must have a

New phase for scrapping old diesel vehicles now open

The Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) has launched the third phase of its subsidy program to phase out old diesel vehicles, accepting applications until Jan. 4, 2028, for a

Police arrest three mainland suspects over illegal gambling loans

The Judiciary Police have arrested three mainland Chinese nationals suspected of providing unlawful loans for gambling and referred them for prosecution. According to the case, a mainland male

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