Four ambulances equipped for cross-border operations

Zhuhai City has acquired four ambulances featuring dual Guangdong-Macau license plates, which are currently awaiting final approval for operation. This development is set to facilitate the transfer of

UM student team wins global AI competition

A team of students from the University of Macau’s Faculty of Science and Technology won first prize at the 2024 Tencent AI Arena Global Open Competition, securing a

LRT suspended for Xi’s visit

Macau’s Light Rapid Transit (LRT) operator has announced the temporary closure of a key section of its service, just a day after the government offered free rides on

AMCM strengthens cooperation with Angola, Cape Verde

The Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM) recently convened bilateral meetings with the National Bank of Angola and the Central Bank of Cape Verde to enhance collaboration on payment and

Christmas market opens in Tap Seac Square

The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) kicked off its annual Christmas Market in Tap Seac Square, which will run for 17 consecutive days, offering a range of Christmas gifts, food,

Cold weather ahead of winter solstice

As the weekend approaches, the region is bracing for chilly weather. The Meteorological Bureau (SMG) forecasts temperatures to drop to 11 to 12 degrees celsius during the 25th

Hong Kong’s John Lee to attend handover celebrations

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee will lead a delegation to Macau  on Friday for the 25th anniversary celebration of Macau’s return to China and the inauguration

Hotel security guard arrested for alleged sexual harassment

A hotel security guard in his 30s has been apprehended for allegedly sexually harassing a female passer-by. Police said the incident occurred Saturday afternoon when a woman in

Free Public transport Dec. 20

Macau will waive fares for public buses and offer free travel on the Light Rapid Transit Dec. 20 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Macau Special Administrative

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 until Dec.

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. Last week,

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 Dec. 30.

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 applications for

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 1990s, 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 RMLs

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 25, 2025. This exhibition

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 and Shandong

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 board

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 2025. Speaking

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