Tag: Briefs
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IPIM debuts GMP medicines in Thailand
The Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) visited Thailand from June 4-6 to attract investment and promote Macau as a business hub. The group participated in ... -
Woman loses MOP58,000 in love scam
A local woman reportedly lost MOP58,000 in an online dating scam. According to police, the victim met a man through a dating app who claimed his ... -
Over 100 GBA firms recruit local youth
The Macau Youth Career Fair for the Greater Bay Area offered over 360 job and internship opportunities from more than 100 companies across sectors like education, ... -
Smoking spat leads to knife threat
A jobless local man in his 60s was referred to the Public Prosecutions Office after allegedly threatening a shop owner with a cleaver in a smoking ... -
Man crashes car while driving under influence of ketamine
A local man in his 30s was caught drug driving after crashing his car early Saturday on Avenida da Amizade. He hit a curb, then swerved ... -
Wholesale natural gas prices lower
An adjustment in wholesale natural gas prices is now effective, as announced by the Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) yesterday. DSPA states, this adjustment comes in response ... -
Record turnout at infrastructure summit
Over 3,500 leaders from more than 70 countries are attending the ongoing 16th International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum & Exhibition (IIICF). Held at the Cotai ... -
Gov’t mulls work injury law reform amid AI, safety concerns
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) said the government will carefully consider public opinions on revising work injury compensation and occupational safety laws. In response to lawmaker ... -
Macau endures prolonged heatwave, showers expected Thursday
Macau continues to face scorching heat, with temperatures surpassing 32 degrees Celcius across most weather stations by 2 p.m. Saturday. The highest reading was 35.6 degrees ... -
Man fakes police extortion after losing friend’s casino funds
A 43-year-old mainland man has been referred to the Public Prosecutions Office after allegedly fabricating a story about being extorted in a Cotai casino. The man ... -
Advisory Committee urges clarity on temporary housing
At a recent North District Advisory Committee meeting, members urged the government to expedite the release of detailed arrangements for the temporary housing project at Lot ... -
Researchers pioneer non-invasive solution to chronic back pain
A University of Macau (UM) research team has developed a glycan-based treatment for intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD), a leading cause of chronic lower back pain. Led ... -
Drive-through entry for foreign travellers via HZMB starts Jun. 9
The Public Security Police Force announced that starting June 9, foreign travelers with valid passports from visa-exempt countries may enter Macau via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge ... -
Tuition and subsidy applications open for 2025/2026 school year
The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) announced that applications for tuition assistance, meal subsidies, and school supplies subsidies for the 2025/2026 school year will be ... -
DSAL to host three job matchmaking sessions in mid-June
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) and the Federation of Trade Unions of Macao (FAOM) will co-host three job matchmaking sessions in mid-June to connect job seekers ... -
IC to hold two ‘Archive Conservation Workshops’
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) has announced that it will host free “Archive Conservation Workshops” on June 14 to mark International Archives Day. The sessions, scheduled ... -
Woman referred to prosecutors for failing to return lost phone
A Hong Kong woman in her 40s has been referred to the Public Prosecutions Office for allegedly failing to return a lost mobile phone in Macau. ... -
New Hengqin eco-camp for kids launches this summer
The Education and Youth Development Bureau is launching a new one-day eco-camp in Hengqin this summer, targeting children aged 4 to 12. The event, held in ... -
Applications open for digital support services for SMEs
The Economic and Technological Development Bureau, through the Macau Productivity and Technology Transfer Center (CPTTM), launched the first phase of its 2025 SME Digitalization Support Service ... -
IAM Unveils Animal Protection Events for June
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) is launching a series of animal protection events this June. In partnership with local NGOs, the IAM aims to promote responsible ... -
TurboJET launches MOP20 companion fare
TurboJET is offering a special companion fare for Macau residents, allowing travelers to purchase a round-trip ticket for a companion for just MOP20 when booking online ... -
Gov’t moves forward with advertising law amendments
The government is drafting amendments to the advertising bill, the Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) said in a reply to lawmaker Ho Ion Sang’s enquiry. ... -
Three fall victims to impersonation scams, lose over MOP220,000
Police have received three reports of phone scams involving suspects posing as mainland law enforcement. Two local youths and one mainland woman lost a total of ... -
LRT sees slight dip in May ridership
The Light Rapid Transit (LRT) recorded an average daily ridership of 24,700 in May, down by 1,200 compared to the previous month, the LRT company announced. ... -
Online survey launched to enhance traffic planning
The Transport Bureau has launched the “Macao Travel Characteristics” online survey to gather detailed data on travel habits of residents and visitors. Running from today through ... -
Elderly woman found dead in Coloane, no foul play suspected
The Judiciary Police received a report from the Fire Services Bureau at 6:18 a.m. yesterday about a woman found lying unconscious on the sidewalk outside a ... -
58 suspected illegal lodgings sealed in first four months
Authorities sealed 58 suspected illegal lodging units in Macau between January and April 2025, according to the Macao Government Tourism Office. A total of 75 joint ... -
Data shows rise in motor vehicles and cross-border traffic
According to the Statistics and Census Service, the city had 252,697 licensed motor vehicles at the end of April, a 1% year-over-year increase. Cross-border vehicular trips ... -
Man allegedly misappropriates RMB4m in car import scheme
A 60-year-old mainland man allegedly misappropriated RMB4 million in a car import scheme. He promised to help transport three U.S. vehicles to mainland China but delayed ... -
UM wins 18 science and technology awards
At the Macau SAR Science and Technology Awards 2024, the University of Macau (UM) received a total of 29 awards. The awards ceremony was organized by ... -
UM bus route adjustments for summer
The Transport Bureau (DSAT) yesterday announced seasonal changes to public bus routes during the University of Macau’s summer break. From June 1 to Aug. 31, route ... -
CE meets with National Health Commission to discuss development
Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai recently met Vice Minister Cao Xuetao of the National Health Commission to discuss the development of the “Big Health” industry and ... -
Local cellist wins big at prestigious music competition
Bao Luoting, a 19-year-old cellist and Macao Conservatory graduate, won dual first prizes at the 2025 Grand Prize Virtuoso International Music Competition in Vienna and Berlin. ... -
Trade deficit hits MOP9.4 billion in April
Macau’s merchandise trade deficit reached MOP9.4 billion in April 2025, as exports fell 7.7% year-on-year to MOP1.12 billion while imports dropped 4% to MOP10.53 billion, according ... -
Gov’t strengthens e-commerce ties at shopping festival
The Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) led a local delegation to the 2025 Beijing Live E-Commerce Shopping Festival, co-hosted by Beijing’s commerce authorities. A cooperation ...
