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Macau should use already existing facilities in the mainland to improve its waste treatment – Expert
An executive linked to sustainability solutions warned today that the most efficient way to boost the recycling and treatment of waste in Macau would be to use already existing infrastructure in mainland China, instead of building more facilities...
Local cooperation for a sustainable China-U.S. future
The Seventh China–U.S. Sister Cities Conference was held on October 25-27, in Hangzhou, capital of Zhejiang Province, under the theme “Closer partnership for a sustainable future.” Over 180 representatives from various sectors across 36 counties...
Macau’s Emperor Palace and Waldo Casino to close by October-end
Emperor Palace and Waldo Casino will shutter their doors at the end of October following decisions made by their operators, SJM Resorts and Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG), in collaboration with the local gaming authorities. SJM Resorts announced...
Macau sets minimum hourly wage at MOP35 next year
The Executive Council (ExCo) has announced plans to raise the minimum hourly wage from MOP34 to MOP35, which is expected to take effect this year and benefit approximately 18,200 employees. The draft legislation proposes a 2.9% increase in wages,...
Las Vegas Sands buoyed by Singapore surge, Macau turnaround gaining pace – Analysts
Las Vegas Sands posted another quarter of strong performance led by its flagship Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, with analysts saying its Macau operations are showing clearer signs of recovery as management refines its strategy in the world’s...
UNU conference on AI concludes in Macao as the race for AI dominance heats up
When Professor Tshilidzi Marwala asked ChatGPT who Tshianeo Marwala was, the large language model (LLM) replied that the person in question was his wife. The response was incorrect, as Tshianeo Marwala was, in fact, Professor Marwala’s...
UNU Macau AI Conference 2025 draws over 500 global participants
The United Nations University (UNU) Macau AI Conference 2025 convened on Friday at the Galaxy International Convention Centre (GICC) in Cotai, attracting over 500 participants from more than 30 countries. Held under the theme “AI for Humanity:...
Intergenerational Psychological Capital, Disability, and Depressive Symptoms in the Shadow of Functional Deprivation Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults in China
Introduction The Global Burden of Depression in Aging Populations Promoting mental health is fundamental to social prosperity and sustainable development. In recent years, depression has been increasingly recognized as a critical global public...
Galaxy Entertainment Group receives social impact recognition at Hong Kong ESG awards
GEG has received the “Excellence in Social Positive Impact – Commendation”, becoming the first Macau-based integrated resort operator to earn this recognition. By Jack Found Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) has been awarded the "Excellence in...
Macau achieves world-leading standards in green building through six IRs
The Asia Pacific Intelligent Green Building Alliance (APIGBA) Conference made its debut in Macau yesterday, with the event organizer emphasizing the city’s commitment to intelligent and green building development and recognizing that six...
Macao’s electric motorbike drive hits a charging bottleneck
Macao’s latest push to replace petrol-powered motorcycles with electric models has drawn strong public interest, but industry figures say a lack of charging infrastructure threatens to stall progress, the Macau Daily Times reports. This month, the...
Nature Wood Group Limited Announces Change in Controlling Shareholder Following Completion of Private Share Transfer
MACAU, Oct. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Nature Wood Group Limited (Nasdaq: NWGL) (“Nature Wood” or the “Company“), a global leading vertically-integrated forestry company headquartered in Macau, today announced a change in its controlling shareholder...
Disguise develops immersive content for MGM Macau's Fantasy Box
Disguise, a global leader in media server technology and extended reality (XR) solutions, is celebrating the opening of the Fantasy Box, a new multi-purpose cultural venue at MGM Macau, a five-star hotel in China. This 1,400-square-metre venue has...
Why Singapore Is the Secret Sauce for this Sin City Casino Stock
Las Vegas Sands is often viewed as a Macao play, and while that's true to an extent, investors can't afford to sleep on Singapore. What's in a company name? Sometimes, not much. For example, Apple doesn't sell apples, or any fruit for that matter....
Macau authorities opened 760 illegal gambling investigations in the past judicial year
Authorities in Macau opened 760 investigations into illegal gambling-related crimes in the past judicial year, marking a sharp increase of 435 cases from the previous year, the city’s chief prosecutor said. In a speech during the city’s judicial...
Macau struggles with insufficient charging stations amid gov’t push for electric motorbikes
The government’s financial support program for replacing gasoline-powered motorcycles with new electric models is now open for applications over a five-year period, with industry professionals noting public enthusiasm while also raising concerns...
NBA Cares Celebrates 20th Anniversary
NBA Cares is celebrating their 20th anniversary this season. The late Hall of Famer and NBA Cares Ambassador Bob Lanier helped launch the initiative in 2005. With the 2025-2026 NBA season underway, the NBA is celebrating the 20th anniversary of...
Las Vegas Sands shares surge over 12% after strong Q3 earnings; profit hits $419 million led by Macao and Singapore
Shares of Las Vegas Sands Corp (NYSE: LVS) jumped 12.09% to $56.74 on Thursday after the resort and casino operator reported better-than-expected third-quarter 2025 results, driven by robust growth in its Macao and Singapore operations. The...
Baccarat Appoints Former Six Senses CEO Neil Jacobs to Board
Luxury crystal house Baccarat is accelerating its push into hospitality, announcing the appointment of Neil Jacobs as Censor of its Board of Directors. The Paris-based brand said the move underscores its ambitions to extend its legacy of...
Primech AI and Savills Launch HYTRON Autonomous Cleaning Robots in Hong Kong and Macau
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 October 2025 - Primech Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq: PMEC), a leader in AI-powered hygienic robotics, and Savills Property Management Ltd. ("Savills") are proud to announce a strategic partnership through their...