MGM participates in “Experience Macao” Mega Sale across Indonesia and Malaysia

As part of its ongoing strategy to grow its presence in Southeast Asia, MGM is taking part in the four-day “Experience Macao” Mega Sale organized by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), running from October 9 in Indonesia and Malaysia....

OPINION – When there are winners but no losers: The outcome of the 2025 Legislative Assembly election in Macau

By José Luís de Sales Marques Economist Macau Business magazine l October 2025 The 2025 direct election for the Macau Legislative Assembly (MLA) was won by Nova Esperança (New Hope), led by veteran lawmaker José Pereira Coutinho. With 26.7 per...

Hong Kong and Macau join Michelin Keys

HONG KONG, 13 October 2025: The Michelin Guide unveils its inaugural Global Michelin Keys Selection, recognising 2,457 hotels worldwide for outstanding stays. Following the successful launch of Michelin Key distinctions in 15 destinations last...

Netflix just added a new psychological thriller starring Colin Farrell — stream it or skip it?

The arrival of "Ballad of a Small Player" officially marks the beginning of the time of year when Netflix starts trotting out its award season movies. At first glance, you'd expect this awards hopeful to be a smash hit. It comes from Academy Award...

Macau gov’t forecasts full tourism volume recovery in 2025, long-term growth to 2030

Macau tourism authorities are projecting a near-full rebound in tourism this year, with officials expecting almost 39 million visitors — close to pre-pandemic highs — and further growth through the end of the decade, according to a government...

Does Macao need a proper Macanese museum? 

For a city of its size, Macao has a remarkably high concentration of museums. At last count, there were 30 museums packed into a land mass of just 33.3 square kilometres, with each one covering topics as diverse as race cars, history, art and...

Macau tourism to hit 46.4 mln visitors by 2030 with non-gaming spending surge, study shows

Macau is projected to welcome as many as 46.43 million visitors annually by 2030, underpinned by a surge of nearly 30 percent in non-gaming expenditure, according to a government-commissioned study. The Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) on...

Macao SAR gov’t, commissioner’s office of Chinese foreign ministry strongly oppose US so-called trafficking report

The Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) government and the Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China in the Macao SAR yesterday expressed firm opposition regarding the US Department of State’s so-called 2025...

Orbis Macau’s 2025 Action for Sight kicks off

The 2025 Orbis Action for Sight (AFS) kicked off yesterday with a ceremony at the Planetarium of the Macau Science Centre (MSC) in Nape, with the near two-month long campaign this year being themed “Discover a Different Kind of Cuteness” and...

NBA makes tentative return to China as Trump and Xi meet

When US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping meet in South Korea on Thursday, perhaps they can find common ground and inspiration in basketball. Despite the ongoing trade war between the world's two biggest economies,...

University of Macau breaks into world’s top 150 for first time

The University of Macau (UM) has entered the world’s top 150 universities for the first time, according to the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, marking a significant milestone for the city’s public university. The...

Hong Kong & Macau Join the MICHELIN Guide’s Global Hotel Excellence with MICHELIN Key Distinctions

2,457 hotels worldwide awarded One, Two, or Three MICHELIN Keys, setting a new global benchmark for hotel excellence Debuting to the prestigious list for the first time are 18 hotels in Hong Kong & Macau (1 Three MICHELIN Keys; 6 Two MICHELIN...

Mainland’s Golden Week break concludes with record visitor arrivals in Macau

The mainland’s eight-day National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival Golden Week break concluded yesterday, with Macau attracting over 1.05 million visitors, exceeding both last year’s figures and pre-pandemic levels from 2019, due to government measures...

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...

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...

Pet owners say Macau still falls short on pet-friendly facilities

Despite official pledges to make Macau a pet-friendly city, many local pet owners say the reality still falls short, citing limited facilities, restrictive rules, and social biases that make public outings with pets challenging. The Municipal...

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...

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...

Reinvigorating China Outbound, Revitalising China Inbound

Reinvigorating China Outbound, Revitalising China Inbound: COITM China Outbound & Inbound Travel Market to Launch in Beijing, 14–16 October, 2026 The China Tourism Academy announced in March 2025 that Chinese citizens made 146 million outbound...

Contest offers local SMEs, startups chance to organise ‘Made in Macao’ market

A competition for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and youth startups to organise a “Made in Macao”* market is now accepting applications, according to a Tuesday statement released by Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG). The competition is...