Astronauts from SARs in training

The two astronauts selected from the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions have completed a series of classes and field training exercises in preparation of their debut flight, according to the China Manned Space Agency. The spokesman...

Jiangxi, a province of ‘coexisting motion and stillness’

Commentary by Armindo Neves A few days ago, members of the Post completed a six-day visit to the southeastern province of Jiangxi as part of a local Portuguese and English language media delegation organised by the Liaison Office of the Central...

21st IEEM Intellectual Property Seminar to take place next week

The Institute of European Studies of Macau (IEEM) will host the “21st IEEM Intellectual Property Seminar” at Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau on Tuesday. The English-language event is a programme in the institute’s annual Intellectual Property Law events,...

Grand Coloane Resort to host pet carnival next week

Macau’s first-ever large-scale pet carnival, “Friends Fest,” is slated to take place at Grand Coloane Resort next week, aiming to offer two days of family-friendly fun celebrating the theme of “Love and Care,” according to a statement by the...

Colin Farrell reveals he needed 46 takes for Minority Report scene: ‘Tom Cruise wasn’t happy’

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Colin Farrell gambles on a dark role in new thriller 'The Ballad of a Small Player'

HOLLYWOOD -- The new movie, "Ballad of a Small Player," takes us into the world of high-stakes gambling, just not in Las Vegas. Farrell plays a gambler who's found his way to Macau, known as the Las Vegas of Asia. "Being in the chaos of Macau and...

IAS to launch 10-year smart rehabilitation plan with focus on accessibility and inclusion

Macau’s upcoming 10-year action plan for rehabilitation services, covering 2026 to 2035, will focus on four key areas: physical and mental rehabilitation, potential development, support and protection, and fostering an inclusive environment. The...

Lights, sights and sporting thrills: Why Hong Kong should top your year-end getaway list

The hustle and bustle of Hong Kong is about to be kicked up a notch. With just days to go before the start of the 15th National Games on Nov 9, excitement is building in the city as it co-hosts China’s highest-level and largest multisport...

Is Ballad of a Small Player Based on a True Story?

Directed by Edward Berger, Netflix’s psychological thriller film, ‘Ballad of a Small Player,’ stars Colin Farrell as Lord Doyle. He is running from a shady past and living an even more dubious present as he gambles his life away in Macau. When the...

The power of AI to elevate the guest journey in LBE

Their approach is rooted in rigorous architectural discipline but fuelled by a cinematic, storytelling ethos. This has positioned them as key players in developing the next generation of immersive destinations worldwide. We speak to the pair to...

Geopolitics affirms gold as a key strategic asset

Surging precious metal prices are not mere market fluctuations, but a fundamental repricing of long-term risk and strategic value in an increasingly fragmented world. Gold bars in Macau, China. © Getty Images ×In a nutshell States are hedging risk...

GEG recognized for outstanding social responsibility at the 8th Hong Kong ESG Reporting Awards

Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) was recently honored with the “Excellence in Social Positive Impact – Commendation” at the 8th Hong Kong ESG Reporting Awards (HERA), becoming Macau’s first integrated resort operator to receive this distinction....

Consumption cards essential amid impressive economic indicators, says lawmakers

During its first pre-agenda session for the eighth term yesterday, the Legislative Assembly (AL) heard several legislators cite impressive economic indicators from Macau – such as visitor arrivals, hotel occupancy rates, and gross gaming revenue –...

How Hato reshaped typhoon response and civil protection mechanisms

The impact of Super Typhoon (ST) Hato in August 2017 and its aftermath led to major changes in how local authorities handled typhoon response and completely overhauled the natural disaster civil protection, prevention, and response systems....

CDFG profits continue to fall as Hainan sales recover

China Tourism Group, the parent company of China Duty Free Group (CDFG), has announced a 17% year-on-year drop in profit for the third quarter of 2025. The figures continue a tough year for the organisation, which has seen profits fall 18% in the...

Trump, Xi and that G-2 in South Korea

China is not worried; the tech expectation is that they won’t need anything from the US in the spectrum of 2 to 3 years. Join us on Telegram, Twitter, and VK. Contact us: info@strategic-culture.su So the latest incarnation of the much-hyped G-2...

Hong Kong Ignites Excitement for China’s National Games

As the 15th National Games approach, Hong Kong, Guangdong and Macao unite in hosting China’s grandest multisport event, showcasing world-class venues, cultural vibrancy, and the spirit of the Greater Bay Area. PUBLISHED : 29 Oct 2025 at 00:05 With...

GEG Receives the “Excellence in Social Positive Impact – Commendation” at the Hong Kong ESG Reporting Awards

Upholding its philosophy of “What is taken from the community is to be used for the good of the community”, Galaxy Entertainment Group (“GEG”) is committed to advancing sustainable development and creating a positive impact on the environment,...

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...

Turkish Airlines secures multi-million-dollar loan from Bank of China

In a new five-year agreement, Turkish Airlines has secured a multi-million-dollar loan from Bank of China that will partly be used for fleet expansion. According to the Anadolu Agency, the finance deal is worth 2.9 billion Chinese yuan ($408.5...