Tag: Briefs
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Discounts for elderly residence users extended
The government has announced an extension of its 20% discount on user fees for local elderly residents, responding to community feedback. Eligible applicants can now apply ... -
Woman arrested for Cotai theft of MOP9,300
A woman from mainland China in her 30s was apprehended for allegedly stealing handbags and perfume valued at approximately MOP9,300 from two stores in the Cotai. ... -
Francis Lui appointed GEG chairman
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) has appointed Francis Lui Yiu Tung as its new chairman. Previously the deputy chairman, Francis is expected to positively influence the group’s ... -
PJ arrests 84 individuals in illegal money exchange
The Judiciary Police (PJ) arrested 84 individuals involved in illegal money exchanges for gambling, seizing HKD9.6 million in cash and casino chips from Nov. 30 to ... -
IAM expands online services
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) has recently introduced new electronic services to enhance community engagement and streamline access to public facilities. These online offerings include rental ... -
UM receives biodiversity specimens
The University of Macau (UM) has received a significant donation of 1,491 biodiversity specimens from Dr. Emmett R. Easton, a former faculty member. Collected during the ... -
City sees decline in mortgage loan approvals
New approvals for residential mortgage loans (RMLs) and commercial real estate loans (CRELs) both saw declines in October 2024, according to the Monetary Authority of Macao. ... -
New Perspectives’ exhibition opens
The Macao Museum of Art (MAM) will host the exhibition “New Perspectives: Modern and Contemporary Works from the Macao Museum of Art” from today to May ... -
UTM strengthens ties with Jinan University
The Macao University of Tourism (UTM) has signed a cooperation agreement with the Jinan Municipal Education Bureau and Jinan University to enhance educational collaboration between Macau ... -
Lawyers Association re-elects Vong Hin Fai
Lawmaker Vong Hin Fai was re-elected for a second two-year term as president of the Macau Lawyers Association (AAM), securing 269 of 287 votes cast. The ... -
Subsidized medical services quota to increase
The Health Bureau said that there will be no reduction in the quota for subsidized medical services this year, with plans to increase the quota in ... -
PJ warns against toy syringes
The Judiciary Police (PJ) has strongly advised parents to take precautions with toy syringes amidst recent reports of the toy being sold on neighboring online shopping ... -
mFood adds fees for Handover Day holiday
mFood has announced additional fees for deliveries on Dec. 20, the public holiday commemorating the handover of Macau. According to the statement, an extra MOP10 will ... -
Hengqin hospital sees around 80 daily patients from Macau
The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University Hengqin Hospital has been operational for nearly a year, witnessing a steady rise in outpatient and emergency visits, ... -
Police investigate MOP730,000mattress purchase scam
In just two days, police have reported six cases of fraudulent mattress and bed frame purchases, totaling MOP730,000. Shop owners reported losses between MOP10,000 and MOP310,000 ... -
MOP500,000 rental fee for outdoor venue
The Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, Elsie Ao Ieong, has approved a maximum daily fee of MOP500,000 for the use of the outdoor performance area ... -
Macau products shine at AsiaPac food expo 2024
Local companies at the Asia Pacific Food Expo 2024 reported doubled sales and over 50 successful business negotiations. The event, held from December 6 to 9, ... -
UNESCO UNITWIN conference highlights heritage in tourism
The 8th UNESCO UNITWIN Conference, themed, “World Heritage as Resilience for Tourism Recovery,” recentlu took place in Zhuhai, marking the 50th anniversary of the World Heritage ... -
World Stamp Exhibition in Macau in 2026
The Specialized World Stamp Exhibition will take place in Macau for the first time in 2026, and will be held at Venetian Macao Conference & Exhibition ... -
PJ warning issued on study abroad scam targeting parents
Parents are urged to stay vigilant against a growing scam involving students and children studying abroad. Recent reports to the Judiciary Police (PJ) reveal that scammers ... -
PSPS reports record-breaking cross border traffic of 200 million
The Public Security Police (PSP) have announced a record milestone for 2024, with the cumulative number of inbound and outbound passengers surpassing 200 million as of ... -
IC calls for Cotai venue event proposals
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) is now inviting event proposals for the outdoor performance venue in Cotai, which will operate from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, ... -
MOP50-ticket for residents available for Cotai trial concert
The “Macao Outdoor Performance Venue: Warm-up Party” is set for Dec. 28 at 7 p.m., featuring artists like Hins Cheung, Julian Cheung, Pakho Chau, and Janice ... -
ETA requirement for Macau passport holders traveling to the UK
Starting Jan. 8, 2025, holders of Macau passports must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to visit or transit through the UK. The ETA is valid ... -
Merchants fall victim to fraud scheme
Two merchants reported a total loss of MOP125,000 after falling prey to an electronic fraud scheme. The victims, an event planning company and a construction firm, ... -
Concert venue with discounts for residents to launch
The new outdoor performance area near the Grand Lisboa Palace in Cotai will host its inaugural concert on Dec. 28, marking the start of a trial ... -
Customs seizes 265 immigrants
Macau Customs has intercepted 265 cases of illegal immigrants attempting to reach Macau by water, marking a 90% increase from 137 cases in the same period ... -
MGTO warns residents on travel to S. Korea
The South Korean government declared martial law Dec. 3, only to lift it the following morning, prompting concerns among travelers, particularly from Macau. In response, Cheng ... -
MGTO projects busy festive season
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has expressed optimism about the city’s tourism outlook, noting most visitors plan short stays. Although specific hotel occupancy rates for ... -
Man accused of sexually harassing student
A non-resident worker in his 30s has been transferred to the Public Prosecutions Office for allegedly sexually harassing an adult female student while intoxicated. Police yesterday ... -
DSAL hosting targeted job fair with 154 vacancies
To assist unemployed residents to meet sector demands, the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) and the Macau Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM) will host three job matching ... -
Carbon monoxide poisoning case reported
The Health Bureau confirmed a case of carbon monoxide poisoning involving a 10-year-old girl in the Kuan Ieng Building on Dec. 1. The girl lost consciousness ... -
CE: People’s Liberation Army is Macau’s ‘iron wall’
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Macau Garrison celebrated its service to the SAR for the last 25 years yesterday. In a speech marking a quarter century ... -
Resident deposits increase to MOP761b
The Monetary Authority of Macao has reported continued growth in broad money supply for October. The currency in circulation and demand deposits rose 0.1% and 2.5%, ... -
Police uncover loan sharking operation
During an investigation into illegal loan sharking, the police have uncovered two separate cases at the same illegal hotel, rescuing two gamblers and arresting four mainland ...
