Tag: Briefs
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Estoril Pool expected to reopen in 2028 after renovation
The Estoril Pool is expected to reopen in 2028 after the Sports Bureau (ID) approved a renovation plan for the facility. The announcement came in response ... -
NMC forecasts typhoon to arrive close to Macau by Sunday
The National Meteorological Center of China has forecast that a developing typhoon will enter the northern South China Sea around Saturday (July 25) and will likely ... -
89 suspected illegal workers found in June
A total of 89 people have been detained by the Public Security Police Force (PSP) over the past month on suspicion of illegal work in Macau, ... -
Consumer prices rise 1.24% y-o-y in June
The city’s Composite Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 1.24% year-on-year in June 2026 but fell 0.15% compared with May, according to the Statistics and Census Service ... -
MOP20 billion Macau-Hengqin University Town to host 20,000 students by 2030
The government has committed approximately MOP20 billion to the development of the Macau-Hengqin International Education (University) Town. The University of Macau’s (UM) main campus, currently accounting ... -
Zone A sports facilities, library to open this year
The government has confirmed that sports infrastructure and a public library in New Urban Zone A are undergoing final supporting works and are scheduled to open ... -
Macau braces for extreme heat, possible storm this weekend
The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) has warned that Macau may experience both extreme heat and severe weather over the coming weekend, with temperatures in urban ... -
Jiuzhou Customs seizes 16 jadeite items, diamonds from passenger
Jiuzhou Customs, under Gongbei Customs, intercepted an incoming passenger at the port who displayed nervous behavior during a routine inspection. Officers stopped the individual for inspection ... -
Blood-stained scene at Taipa restaurant after two men clash with weapon
An altercation involving a weapon broke out between two mainland Chinese men at a restaurant on Avenida de Guimarães in Taipa, resulting in one individual sustaining ... -
DSAL opens applications for cultural internships in Hengqin
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) announced that it has opened applications for a 12-week cultural internship program in Hengqin at its Culture & Art Complex. DSAL, ... -
July 31 deadline set for property tax payments
The Finance Services Bureau (DSF) reminds residents to settle 2025 Urban Property Tax bills and payments by July 31, warning that late payments will incur interest ... -
Malaysian national busted at airport with 3.4 kg of marijuana hidden in suitcase
A Malaysian man was arrested at Macau International Airport on Saturday after allegedly being recruited by a drug trafficking syndicate to smuggle 3.4 kilograms of marijuana ... -
Mid-term population census to target 26,000 households
The authorities have announced that this year’s mid-term population census will take place over a three-week period starting this Saturday. Notification letters containing detailed information on ... -
Public servant transferred to prosecutors over alleged sexual harassment
A man employed by the Macau Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT) has been transferred to the Public Prosecutions Office (MP) on suspicion of sexual harassment, with ... -
Mosquito breeding index remains at warning level for second consecutive month
Macau’s mosquito breeding index has remained at the yellow alert level for two consecutive months, indicating widespread distribution of Aedes mosquitoes, the Health Bureau said. The ... -
Taipa crash sends rider to hospital; driver cited for fatigue
A motorcyclist was injured on July 18 in Taipa after a private car allegedly failed to yield the right of way at the junction of Estrada ... -
Low-pressure system may develop into tropical cyclone later this week
A low-pressure system is expected to develop and move into the central and northern South China Sea later this week, with the possibility of strengthening into ... -
DICJ, casinos discuss measures to curb illegal phone betting
The Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) met with representatives of the city’s six casino operators on July 14 to discuss measures against illegal telephone betting. ... -
Grease backlog prompts stricter enforcement on eateries
Authorities have renewed calls for restaurants to maintain grease traps or face steeper penalties after removing approximately 1,500 kilograms of grease from sewers this week. The ... -
UTM student wins silver ahead of global skills contest
A student from the Macao University of Tourism (UTM), Bianca Mak Correia, secured a silver medal in restaurant service at the WorldSkills Australia Global Skills Challenge. ... -
Bookings open for Hong Kong automated parking
Macau residents can now apply for and book access to Hong Kong International Airport’s automated parking system under the “Park and Visit” scheme. The Transport Bureau ... -
Louie Wong appointed GCS director for one-year term
Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai has appointed Louie Wong Lok I as director of the Government Information Bureau (GCS) for a one-year fixed term, effective July ... -
New mortgage approvals fall in May as commercial property lending declines
New approvals of residential mortgage loans (RMLs) and commercial real estate loans (CRELs) both declined month-on-month in May, according to data from the Monetary Authority of ... -
30 local productions shortlisted for IC documentary and animation program
A total of 30 documentaries, short films and animations have been shortlisted for the second phase of the Cultural Affairs Bureau’s (IC) “Local View Power” program. ... -
UM team develops technology to turn sewage waste into valuable resources
A University of Macau (UM) research team has developed a technology to extract valuable resources from sewage sludge, promoting waste recycling and reuse. Led by Faculty ... -
IC to debut Baby Theater and open industry session
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) will premiere “Sounds of WOODerland,” a locally commissioned theater work for babies, Aug. 5-10 at the Macao Cultural Centre, while hosting ... -
Strong winds and heavy rain expected as low-pressure system approaches
The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) said a low-pressure area over the northern South China Sea is expected to move inland toward Guangdong, with a low ... -
Low-pressure system may bring storms and heavy rain to Macau
The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) said a low-pressure area over the northern South China Sea is gradually developing and is expected to move closer to ... -
Youth job fair offers over 1,600 vacancies from local and Hengqin firms
The Youth Employment Expo will be held at Macau Tower for two days from Friday, featuring more than 50 local and Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone companies ... -
Aero K plans Macau–Cheongju route as airport expands network
South Korean airline Aero K has applied for flight slots at Macau International Airport and plans to launch a Macau–Cheongju route in December, the airport operator ... -
Hot weather advisory remains in effect as temperatures hit 36.2 degrees
Macau remained under a yellow hot weather alert yesterday, with the Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal weather station recording 36.2 degrees Celsius at noon. The Meteorological and ... -
Gaming tax revenue rises 13% in first half
Macau collected MOP51.19 billion in gaming tax revenue in the first half of the year, up 13% year-on-year, according to central account data released by the ... -
Two men arrested over alleged illegal online baccarat betting scheme
Two mainland Chinese men have been arrested for allegedly using modified clothing to conceal mobile phones and livestream casino baccarat games for online bettors, a practice ... -
Sands Shopping Carnival returns to The Venetian Macao in late July
The 2026 Sands Shopping Carnival will be held at The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Expo from July 23 to 26, featuring more than 580 booths offering shopping, ... -
Over 1,100 voter registration applications received this year
The Public Administration and Civil Service Bureau (SAFP) reported that more than 1,100 voter registration applications have been received so far this year, with about 60% ...
