Tag: Society
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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 Times suggests ... -
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. With the ... -
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 ... -
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 two ... -
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 ... -
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 elder ...
