November’s gross gaming revenue falls back from October’s post-pandemic high The dip was anticipated by the gaming sector, given that October’s figure reflected the ‘golden week’ holiday windfall. Business
The new Guangzhou Museum of Art is open to the public The Guangzhou Museum of Art has a sparkling new home, spread out over 30,000 square metres and seven floors. Greater Bay Area
New bus routes are going to service Barra LRT station The long-awaited station opens on 8 December, connecting Taipa and the Macao peninsula by rail for the first time. City
Will 500 new taxis be enough to meet demand? ‘Maybe not’ says Rosário Officials say that even 700 additional cabs won’t solve Macao’s desperate taxi shortage, which will take time to rectify. City
The Walk for a Million makes a return The charitable fundraiser is scheduled for 10 December. Funds donated go towards helping society’s most vulnerable. City
Officials are hinting at easier rules on bringing pets to mainland China Pet ownership among Macau New Neighbourhood’s soon-to-be residents is sparking a conversation on broader policy. City
China-Angola trade dips amid global instability Bilateral relations remain strong despite the expected 20 percent drop in trade, which sits at just US$18.9 billion for the year so far. Lusofonia
Macau airport’s passenger volume is still well below pre-pandemic levels The 4.04 million passengers who travelled via Macao’s airport between January and October represent just over half of the total recorded in pre-pandemic 2019. Business
Jiang Nan by Jereme Leung brings regional classic charm and culinary innovation to The Venetian Macao The renowned masterchef embarks on an ambitious endeavour, seeking to showcase the sophisticated flavours and techniques of the Jiangnan region at his first and only restaurant in Macao. Partner Features
Here’s why Sands Resorts Macao is your ultimate destination for MICE When you think of premier destinations for corporate gatherings and grand exhibitions, Macao has been quietly but swiftly climbing the ranks for some time now. So what’s driving this surge in popularity? Partner Features
Chef Giulioantonio Di Sabato brings Italian flair to Mandarin Oriental, Macau After taking the culinary helm of the prestigious property in August, the Piedmontese chef has already become known for his lavish brunches and unique take on his native cuisine. Partner Features
The gold standard: Macao sets the stage for Condé Nast Traveler China’s 2023 Gold List Awards and gathering of top travel experts The premier luxury and lifestyle travel title from China marked its 10th anniversary by honouring the crème de la crème of the hospitality industry, and the unveiling of the Gold List Awards in Macao for the very first time. Partner Features
These are the best Italian restaurants in Macao Need a place for Old World power lunching, or maybe somewhere to gorge on pizza with friends and family? Macao News has you covered. Food & Drink
Six Studio Ghibli films you can’t miss (plus one bonus) Hayao Miyazaki’s latest full-length feature will screen in Macao this December. Get into the mood by checking out some of these other essential Studio Ghibli films. Entertainment
Five acts at Clockenflap December 2023 you won’t want to miss The Pearl River Delta’s marquee music festival is back for round two this year with an eclectic array of local and international music talent. Entertainment
Expect cooler weather in the coming days Falling temperatures will be a welcome change after a summer that saw temperature records broken and heavy rainfall. City
Miriam Adelson’s sale of Las Vegas Sands stock will not impact Macao, says analyst Adelson is reportedly selling 10 percent of her stake in order to fund the purchase of the NBA team Dallas Mavericks. Business
Hotel staff are earning almost 6 percent more than they did last year, on average The latest jobs survey shows increased demand for hospitality staff as the city’s tourism industry bounces back. Business
The Macao Science 1 satellites have been officially deployed The two satellites, in orbit since May, are now actively monitoring the South Atlantic Anomaly in a groundbreaking project carried out jointly by Macao and mainland China. Greater Bay Area
China dominates Brazilian imports of electric vehicles Latin America’s largest car market is spending more on Chinese autos than ever before, with Chinese brands accounting for over 50 percent of EVs sold. Lusofonia
The Philippine polymath Poet, artist, educator, linguistic scholar, author and former missionary, Oscar Munoz Balajadia Jr. has quietly become one of Macao’s cultural treasures. Education
Ari Calangi: Making his return to the stage The Macao-born musician and Ariclan frontman’s career was interrupted for three years by the Covid-19 pandemic, but now he’s back and more ambitious than ever. Entertainment
António Leong: Documenting Macao one frame at a time A civil servant by trade and photographer by passion, António Leong talks about discovering photography, the trip that changed his perspective and spreading love for Macao. Arts
The Philippine polymath Poet, artist, educator, linguistic scholar, author and former missionary, Oscar Munoz Balajadia Jr. has quietly become one of Macao’s cultural treasures. Education
Ari Calangi: Making his return to the stage The Macao-born musician and Ariclan frontman’s career was interrupted for three years by the Covid-19 pandemic, but now he’s back and more ambitious than ever. Entertainment
António Leong: Documenting Macao one frame at a time A civil servant by trade and photographer by passion, António Leong talks about discovering photography, the trip that changed his perspective and spreading love for Macao. Arts
Raymond Vong: Cooking up the future of a Macao icon Since taking over the restaurant in 2003, Raymond Vong has honoured his father Henri’s vision for a welcoming eatery that serves Macanese and Portuguese food from the heart. Food & Drink
Macao’s women’s football team loses its EAFF match against Chinese Taipei 16-0 A drastically outclassed SAR squad goes down against a dominant opponent in a humiliating fiasco. Sports
Will Lionel Messi and Inter Miami be playing in Hong Kong? Rumours that the Argentinian soccer legend is heading for Macao’s neighbouring SAR have been stoked by a visit from Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham. Sports
An exhibition by celebrated photographer Candida Höfer comes to MAM Sixty thought-provoking images of interiors and architecture, captured by Höfer over the past twenty years, will be on show. Arts & Culture
Bruno Mars is coming to Macao The 15-time Grammy award winner will be returning to the city in January, bringing his energetic brand of R&B. Entertainment
The Macao Museum of Art has joined a GBA museum alliance Members of the new regional grouping will pool their connections with national and international museums in order to stage better shows. Arts & Culture
Passing the helm at Macao’s Cheong Kei Noodles Since its establishment almost 30 years ago, the artisanal noodle maker has become a fixture of the local food scene. Business
Taste the differences between Macao and Portuguese egg tarts No trip to Macao would be complete without an egg tart. Or two. Or how about three? Because that’s how many types of egg tarts are available around town. Tourism
How to get the bus from Macao to Hong Kong Airport (and vice versa) There’s no doubt that the HK Airport Direct bus services are the most convenient option if your flight takes off from, or lands at, HKIA. Travel
Here’s what to do if you lose your Macao passport while travelling The DSI has launched a new service using facial recognition technology to help expedite your emergency travel document. Access it through your Macao One Account. Travel
Taipa-Kowloon ferry services resume this Friday After a long hiatus, the TurboJet service is back, with two round-trip sailings planned each day from Macao to the Kowloon peninsula in Hong Kong. Travel
Macau New Neighbourhood flooded with 500 applications in one day Demand for the flats has been high, with local residents drawn by the development’s affordability and proximity to Macao. City
Experts are optimistic about the future of Macao’s retail industry The post-pandemic growth of the sector and its stellar performance compared to Hong Kong bode well. Business
October’s hotel occupancy rate was better than 2023’s average Almost 1,250,000 people stayed at least one night in Macao during October, meaning the city’s 137 hotels were more than 82 percent full. Business
The government wants to build a new Portuguese school in Macao, report says The need for lusophonic language skills will only increase, claim officials, who also promise support for students undertaking further education in Portugal. Community
The government aims for a 12-week maximum wait for specialist health consultations The current average is less than four weeks, though it takes much longer for a first consultation with certain specialists. City
Inner Harbour flood prevention works begin soon, with detours and delays expected Drivers, pedestrians, and bus users will be impacted by five months of construction that’s set to start this weekend. City
Angola inaugurates a massive new diamond mine The 628-million-carat mine is the southern African nation’s largest diamond mine to date and has an initial annual processing capacity of 4 million metric tons of ore. Lusofonia
Construction of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan link is nearing completion The 24-kilometre infrastructure project connects two major GBA cities via bridges, tunnels and artificial islands. Greater Bay Area
A former Macao junket operator has been declared a criminal kingpin by a Beijing court Ji Xiabo, whose whereabouts are unknown, is the latest high-profile junket operator to have run foul of the law. Business
There are 21 companies vying for 10 taxi licences Each licence allows the holder to run a fleet of 50 taxis, meaning the SAR could soon have 500 desperately needed new cabs on the streets. Business
