Gov’t proposes to standardize nursery operations to address birthrate decline

The president of the Social Welfare Bureau (IAS), Hon Wai, said the government proposes to standardize the services and operations of nurseries in Macau to address

Authorities investigating online ads for illegal smoking products

Local authorities have said they are investigating all cases of people advertising the sale of banned smoking products such as electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes). In response

Spending-reward voucher redemption raises community concerns

Launched on March 24 and concluding on June 1, the “2025 Community Consumption Grand Prize” program has been drawing attention among local residents regarding the use of electronic

2024 domestic violence cases jump 38%, mental health, poverty cited

Domestic violence cases surged by 37.5% in 2024, with 55 confirmed incidents reported locally, according to a Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) report released recently.

69 suspected suicide reports logged in first four months

Macau's suspected suicide reports sharply increased from 42 between January and March 2025 to 69 by April. According to an earlier disclosure by the Fire

Unemployment sees nearly 10% increase over three-month period

Official statistics from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) show that the number of unemployed people in Macau has significantly grown over the last three months.

Ron Lam urges gov’t to assess impact of satellite casino closures

In a written inquiry to the government, submitted via the Legislative Assembly, the lawmaker Ron Lam has urged the government to take action regarding the announced

SSM and Customs investigate case of illegal import of cigarettes and e-cigars

The Health Bureau (SSM) has reported that the Office for the Prevention and Control of Tobacco and Alcoholism of the SSM was notified by the Customs

Sudden closure of bank accounts may be related to ‘unlawful’ remittances

Several banking institutions in Macau have reportedly informed clients of sudden account closures, according to sources familiar with the issue. An investigation by The

Chocolate love has its price as cocoa costs make hearts shudder, not flutter

St. Valentine chocolates always seek to show how deep your love is. This year, it might just also show how deep your pockets are.

Mainland officials ensure agricultural supply during CNY

A delegation from the Department of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China visited Macau to meet with local officials from

Thailand gears up for a celebration as marriage equality law takes effect

They have been in a committed relationship for more than 13 years, and even had a wedding in 2019. Since then, Danaya Phonphayung and Sunma Piamboon,

China executes Zhuhai car attacker, another man who committed ‘revenge on society crimes’

China has executed two men who committed deadly attacks that killed dozens in November, raising concerns about a surge in what are called “revenge on society

Lei Chan U advocates for a new mechanism to adjust pensions

Lawmaker Lei Chan U, representing the Macau Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM), has urged the government to amend the mechanism that adjusts elderly pensions based on

Lawmakers urge government to update civil servants’ salaries

Lawmakers José Pereira Coutinho and Ella Lei have urged the new government, led by Sam Hou Fai, to update the salaries of Civil Servants. The

Macau residents’ significant gaps in health awareness

A recent study reveals a concerning gap in health awareness among residents of Macau and Hong Kong compared to their peers in the Greater Bay Area (GBA).

Officials strive for quality elder care as population grows older

Authorities are stepping up efforts to promote the healthy development of the elder care sector in China, officials said. Li Yongxin, deputy director of the

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