Tag: Briefs
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Influenza vaccinations up 20%
The Health Bureau reported that, from late September 2023 to Aug. 18 of this year, 175,000 residents in Macau received the influenza vaccine, marking a 19.1% ... -
Taipa light rail sees increase in passengers
The Taipa Light Rail Line recorded an average of 15,900 passengers per day in August, reflecting an increase of 2,700 passengers from the previous month. From ... -
Transport bureau considers motorcycle parking at Pak Wai
The Transport Bureau is studying the feasibility of adding motorcycle parking spaces at the Pak Wai parking lot. The bureau plans to consult with the contracting ... -
Additional subsidy for economically disadvantaged households
The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) has announced plans to distribute an additional subsidy to 2,800 economically disadvantaged households already receiving public assistance. The initiative aims to ... -
Rise in deposits in July
July has seen residents’ deposits increase, while loans have declined. Deposits rose by 1.8%, reaching MOP743.3 billion. Conversely, both domestic loans to the private sector and ... -
New self-service kiosks installed in Hengqin for SAR residents
The Macau Identification Services Bureau has launched new multi-application kiosks in Hengqin, offering approximately 40 self-service options across 11 public administration services. According to a press ... -
Passengers flock to airport as expanded services mooted
During the summer holidays of July and August, Macau International Airport served 1.47 million passengers and recorded 10,881 aircraft movements, marking respective increases of 28% and ... -
Temporary U-turn lane to set Taipa traffic on course
The Transport Bureau announced yesterday that a temporary U-turn Lane on Estrada de Pac On, located near the Immigration Department, will officially open on the morning ... -
Macau Legend narrows H1 loss amid operational challenges
Macau Legend Development reported a narrower loss of HKD152.4 million (USD19.55 million) for the first half of 2024, down from HKD189.1 million in the same period ... -
UM hosts Tsinghua University flag honor guard
The University of Macau (UM) welcomed the Tsinghua University student national flag honor guard for a ceremonial flag-raising event earlier this week, marking a significant exchange ... -
Macau increases direct flights to Jakarta as visitor numbers surge
The Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) announced an increase in direct flights between Macau and Jakarta, Indonesia, to five weekly flights starting in September. This change ... -
Job matchmaking sessions for gaming sector
The Labour Affairs Bureau will host matchmaking sessions for gaming and integrated resort operators in September, offering 1,838 job vacancies. These sessions aim to address the ... -
National Olympic Athletes’ Delegation ends Macau visit
The National Olympic Athletes’ Delegation recently completed a three-day visit to Macau. Luis Gomes, acting director of the Sports Bureau, noted the visit underscores the country’s ... -
Cross-border traffic sees significant rise in July
In July, passenger ferry trips in Macau increased by 11.6% year-on-year, totaling 6,834 trips. Cross-border vehicular traffic saw a significant rise of 23.4%, amounting to 778,831 ... -
MAM to showcase 150 ancient bronzes in exhibition
The exhibition “The Splendor of Chinese Bronzes: Masterpieces from the National Museum of China” will open at the Macao Museum of Art (MAM) on Sep. 6 ... -
WHO consults on traditional medicine strategy
The World Health Organization (WHO) hosted a consultation meeting from Aug. 28 to Aug. 29 in Seoul, South Korea to discuss the draft of the “WHO ... -
MGTO showcases local offerings in Indonesia
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) led a delegation to the Holiyaay! Travel Fair 2024 in Surabaya, Indonesia, showcasing Macau as a premier travel destination. The ... -
MGTO showcases Macau in PATA Travel Mart
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) participated in the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Travel Mart 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand, alongside local travel stakeholders to enhance ... -
Sam Hou Fai’s candidacy seeks to gather ‘maximum number of signatures’
On the first day of the Chief Executive election nomination process yesterday, lawyer Lei Wun Kong, representing Sam Hou Fai, collected the candidacy form. He arrived ... -
Off-duty firefighter suspended for drunk driving
An off-duty firefighter has been suspended for suspected drunk driving and evading responsibility. On August 11, 2023, he was driving a private car on Estr. do ... -
24 people defrauded of MOP210,000 over concert tickets
Local police received at least 20 reports over six days from 24 people defrauded of more than MOP210,000 after purchasing fake concert tickets online. Scammers used ... -
Import and export values at Zhuhai reach RMB900b
The import and export value of goods at the Zhuhai port, part of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, has surpassed RMB900 billion, according to local customs officials. ... -
Sam Hou Fai announces CE candidacy
Top judge Sam Hou Fai will officially declare his candidacy for Chief Executive (CE) at a press conference scheduled for 11 a.m. today at the Macao ... -
Jellyfish warning issued at local beaches
The Marine and Water Bureau (DSAMA) has issued a warning after jellyfish were spotted at both Hac Sa and Cheoc Van beaches, prompting the immediate posting ... -
Traffic advisory: Cotai road closures scheduled for bridge construction
The Transport Bureau (DSAT) announced yesterday that Av. da Nave Desportiva in Cotai will be closed to traffic from midnight to 6 a.m. daily, starting Aug. ... -
Transportation arrangements made for back to school
As the new school year approaches, local transportation authorities are gearing up to ensure a smooth start for students. At a meeting, held yesterday, involving the ... -
New bus links Areia Preta Health Center to Hotel Lisboa
The Transport Bureau (DSAT) launched a new circular bus route yesterday, linking the Areia Preta Healthcare Center to the Hotel Lisboa area. Named “2AS,” this new ... -
36 organizations participate in cybersecurity drill
Macau conducted a two-day cybersecurity drill this week, with participants from the government and critical infrastructure operators in the financial sector. The exercise, led by the ... -
Local investment teams visits GBA
In collaboration with the Hengqin Guangdong-Macau Deep Cooperation Zone, the Investment Promotion Bureau has embarked on a five-day tour across six cities in the Greater Bay ... -
DSPA launches ecological activities
The Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) invites the public to register for a series of ecological activities throughout September, starting today (Aug. 27). For more details, interested ... -
Consumer inflation accelerates to 0.82%
Consumer prices rose 0.82% in July compared to the same month last year, government data shows. While prices for education, miscellaneous goods and health increased notably ... -
80% of schools to begin new year Sept. 2
The Education and Youth Development Bureau has announced about 80% of non-tertiary schools will begin the new academic year on Sept. 2, with the remaining schools ... -
Customs cracks down on smuggling
In the first 22 days of this month, Macao Customs intercepted eight cases of items being smuggled out of the city at the Qingmao and Border ... -
Young man loses MOP6,000 in credit card fraud
A local resident has reported a significant financial loss after his credit card information was allegedly stolen and used for unauthorized purchases. The victim, a young ... -
Hong Kong man rescued after drowning incident
A 56-year-old man from Hong Kong is recovering after a near-drowning at the Parisian Hotel in Cotai. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. last Friday (23 ...