FSS reminds contributions for last year’s Q4

January marks the contribution month for the fourth quarter of 2024 for Social Security System (FSS). Employers can use platforms including Macao One Account to pay mandatory system

UPM launches new graduate programs

Macau Polytechnic University (UPM) has launched three new master’s and doctoral programs to strengthen the Greater Bay Area’s talent pool. The offerings include a PhD in Physical Education

35 cases of illegal tour guiding in 2024

The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) reported receiving 35 complaints about illegal tour guide activities in 2024. The government conducted joint inspections, resulting in reports against 17 suspected

Two men arrested for burglary

Police have arrested two men suspected of burglarizing a shop and stealing HKD48,000. One of the suspects, a former employee of the store, deceived a locksmith into believing

Strong winter monsoon to bring temperature drop this weekend

The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) forecasts a strong winter monsoon approaching Macau later this week, causing temperatures to drop over the weekend. The predicted low for Saturday

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge reports record high passenger flows in 2024

More than 27 million inbound and outbound passenger trips were recorded through the Zhuhai port of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge in 2024, marking a 72% year-on-year increase and

Business intelligence conference showcases transformative power of data analytics

The University of Macau’s Faculty of Business Administration hosted the 2024 Macau International Conference on Business Intelligence and Analytics. The event brought together scholars to explore the latest

DSAL and FAOM co-host job-matching session

Local residents seeking employment will have an opportunity to connect with potential employers in two sector-specific job-matching sessions, co-organized by the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) and the Federation

FSS introduces new proof-of-life process

The Social Security Fund (FSS) announced that nearly 170,000 beneficiaries of the old-age and disability pension must provide proof of life annually. Starting Jan. 1, beneficiaries can conveniently

MPU rector highlights interdisciplinary education at Global AI Forum

Marcus Im, rector of Macao Polytechnic University (MPU), addressed the Times Higher Education (THE) Global AI Forum, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary education in shaping future talent. The

Man arrested for taking left-behind backpack with MOP100,000

A 60-year-old man was arrested for taking a backpack containing MOP100,000 from a bus. On Dec. 27, the Public Security Police received a report from a passenger who

Collection of road tax from Jan. 1

The Traffic Affairs Bureau (DSAT) announces that the collection period for the 2025 road tax will run from Jan. 1 to March 31, 2025. Vehicle owners can conveniently make

Approval of new comprehensive tax code

The government published Law No. 24/2024 yesterday, approving the new “Tax Code” and relevant regulations that will take full effect from Jan. 1, 2026. This legislation aims to unify

MPU to host Open Day Jan. 4

The Macao Polytechnic University (MPU) will host its Open Day 2025 on January 4. The event will feature degree programme presentations, thematic exhibitions, workshops, experiential activities, sharing sessions, admissions

Veterinary care providers must apply for licenses by January

A new law governing veterinary clinical care and commercial animal activities took effect on April 1, 2024, mandating that qualifying establishments apply for a provisional license by Jan.

Gov’t promotes religious tourism initiatives

In response to inquiries from lawmaker Ho Ion Sang, the Macau government has unveiled initiatives aimed at boosting religious tourism, particularly for Muslim visitors. Maria Helena de Senna

Authorities find 69 suspected illegal workers

In November, joint operations conducted by the Public Security Police Force (PSP) and the Labour Affairs Bureau resulted in the discovery of 69 alleged illegal workers, according to

CPI raises 0.3% year-on-year in November

Macau’s Composite Consumer Price Index (CPI) for November 2024 increased by 0.3% compared to the same month last year, according to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). However,

Orchestra to host Christmas concert at Ruins of St. Paul

The Macao Orchestra will present “Unforgettable Melodies at the Ruins of St. Paul’s,” with performances at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Dec. 25. Organized by the Cultural

Hengqin sees rise in tourism

Hengqin has reported a significant rise in tourism for 2024, anticipating nearly 15 million visitors to major attractions, reflecting a 20% year-on-year increase. The newly opened Hengqin Light Rail Line has

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