Tag: Briefs
Beijing talks highlight Macau diversification push
The director of the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and the State Council’s Hong Kong and Macao Affairs ...Over-height truck strikes tunnel ceiling, roof detaches
An over-height truck entered the underground tunnel on Avenida do Dr. Rodrigo Rodrigues, first striking a height restriction sign before colliding with the tunnel ceiling and ...DSAL warns of scam calls spoofing hotline number
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) has warned the public about scam calls falsely using its hotline number “2833 8808.” Authorities said several Hong Kong residents recently ...Cold front to bring rain and thunderstorms this weekend
The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) said a cold front has crossed the Pearl River Estuary, bringing northerly winds and falling temperatures to Macau. Heavy rain ...Woman loses HKD20,000 in fake ‘police-prosecutor-court’ scam
A woman has lost HK$20,000 after falling victim to a suspected fake “police-prosecutor-court” scam, the Judiciary Police (PJ) said. The victim received a call on Monday ...Tap Seac Art Fair opens today
The Tap Seac Craft Market will open its 2026 spring edition today, drawing local and regional artisans to showcase creative talent in handicrafts. The biannual event ...Woman loses over HKD473,000 in fake law enforcement scam
A female resident has fallen victim to a suspected fake law enforcement scam, losing more than HKD473,000, police said. The Judiciary Police said they were alerted ...UTM, Tencent host AI hotel session
The Macao University for Tourism Studies (UTM) and Tencent recently hosted a closed-door seminar at Tencent’s Binhai Building. The Macau Tourism Group seminar brought together university ...UM hosts 5th conference on regenerative medicine
The University of Macau’s (UM) Advanced Research Institute in Hengqin recently hosted the 5th International Conference of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area on Regenerative Medicine, ...Drunk driver hits woman on crosswalk
Public Security Police uncovered two drunk driving cases, arresting a local man and woman. A man in his 50s struck a mainland female pedestrian at a ...EV motorcycle stations launch scan-to-charge trial
Electric motorcycle charging stations in public parking lots launched a “scan-to-charge” pilot on Monday, requiring users to access chargers via a mobile app. China Power Macau ...Social Security Fund urges electronic payments as deadline nears
The Social Security Fund (FSS) reports that as of April 19, about 12,300 employers – roughly 49% of those required – have yet to make first-quarter ...UM hosts forum on TCM research transformation
The University of Macau (UM) recently hosted a forum on the internationalization of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) regulation and the transformation of research outcomes. The event ...79 suspected illegal workers intercepted in March
Public Security Police (PSP) and the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) inspected 445 construction sites, private buildings, commercial premises and industrial locations in March, intercepting 79 suspected ...28 cases test positive for Influenza B
The Health Bureau (SSM) yesterday reported six clusters of influenza-like illness, involving students who developed fever and respiratory symptoms such as cough starting Apr.17. A total ...Cat accidentally turns on stove, sparks apartment fire
A fire broke out on Saturday on the 20th floor of a residential building on Avenida do Conselheiro Ferreira de Almeida, allegedly caused by a cat ...Passenger caught concealing 7.62kg of silver pellets at Hengqin Port
A passenger was suspected of concealing 7.62 kilograms of silver pellets while attempting to enter mainland China via the Hengqin Port, and was intercepted by customs ...Five-member gang busted for passing fake notes to gamblers
The Judiciary Police have busted a five-member counterfeit currency ring from mainland China that smuggled fake notes by carrying them on their persons. The gang mixed ...First young musician training program opens recruitment for 14 spots
The Macao Orchestra has launched its first “Macao Young Musician Training Program,” offering 14 tuition-free spots for local residents aspiring to become professional musicians. The Cultural ...DSAL offers over 190 job openings in April
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) and the Macau Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM) will host three job matching sessions on April 23-24, offering 195 vacancies in ...DSAT receives 13 bids for operation of six public car parks
Local authorities opened bids for the operation concession of six public car parks, with the Transport Bureau (DSAT) receiving 13 tenders, of which 12 were accepted ...Mok Sou Tou appointed as DSAT deputy director
The Office of the Secretary for Transport and Public Works has appointed Mok Sou Tou as deputy director of the Transport Bureau (DSAT) on a one-year ...Foreign reserves edge down in March
The Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM) said the SAR’s foreign exchange reserves stood at MOP242.2 billion at end-March 2026, based on preliminary estimates. This represents a ...Bank mortgage lending falls in February
New approvals of residential mortgage loans (RMLs) and commercial real estate loans (CRELs) both declined month-on-month in February, according to statistics released by the Monetary Authority ...UTM and Thai university sign MoU to boost academic cooperation
A delegation from Srinakharinwirot University in Thailand recently visited the Macao University of Tourism (UTM), where both institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance ...CTT wins top intaglio award at global stamp competition
The Macao Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT) has received international recognition after winning first place in the “Best Intaglio Stamp” category at the World’s Best Stamps ...Showers expected later this week as trough approaches
Macau will see increased showers and cloud cover later this week as a low-pressure trough moves toward the South China coast, according to the Meteorological and ...AMCM warns public over fake AIA websites and phishing scams
The Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM) has reminded the public to remain vigilant against fake websites and phishing messages impersonating AIA International Limited. In response to ...DSPA studies EV battery recycling as retirement volumes rise
The Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) said it is conducting studies on solid waste management, including measures for recycling and handling retired electric vehicle batteries, as usage ...Gaming sector STR filings rise 11.9% in Q1
The gaming sector filed 997 suspicious transaction reports (STRs) in the first quarter of this year, up 11.9% from 891 in the same period last year, ...Tobacco control consultation draws 2,569 submissions
The Health Bureau (SSM) received a total of 2,569 submissions during a public consultation on proposed amendments to Law No. 5/2011, the Tobacco Prevention and Control ...Six fall victim to ‘Alipay’ scam, losses exceed MOP230,000
The Judiciary Police said six local residents reported falling victim to phishing scams impersonating “Alipay” over two days, with total losses exceeding MOP230,000. One elderly woman ...Hong Kong man arrested over alleged bus harassment
A Hong Kong man in his 60s has been arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a female bus passenger, the Public Security Police said. The incident occurred ...Traveler caught carrying HKD356,000 undeclared at HZMB checkpoint
A traveler was intercepted at the Zhuhai Highway Port of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge after allegedly failing to declare HKD356,000 when leaving mainland China. According to ...Gaming tax revenue rises 15% in Q1 to MOP25.8 billion
Financial Services Bureau (DSF) data shows gaming tax revenue reached MOP8.87 billion in March, up 2% month-on-month. For the first quarter, cumulative gaming tax revenue totaled ...
