Going green: Macao residents are transforming their spaces into urban gardens

Many people have discovered a green thumb since the beginning of the pandemic. Not only have the resulting urban gardens beautified Macao, but they also benefit the environment and our mental health.

Inside Macao’s “Mirror” fever: How this Hong Kong boy band inspired superfans across the city

From placing bus advertisements to snapping up branded merchandise, Cantopop fans in Macao have gone to great lengths to support their favourite Hong Kong boy band. Here’s what’s fueling the fervor.

Talking about the next generation: 6 things parents can do to preserve the planet for their children

Benvinda dos Santos and Queenie Fok, local environmentalists and mothers, share their tips for those hoping to embrace a more eco-friendly parenting style.

This young Macao climate activist took the cause to COP26 and the Global Youth Summit on Net-Zero Future

From researching environmental systems at university to volunteering with the Global Alliance of Universities on Climate, Macao student Cheng Hao Sheng is working hard to build a more sustainable future.

Seeing green: The plant-based food movement takes root in Macao

We talk to vegan advocates and restaurant owners about the rise in plant-based lifestyles in Macao and why it’s worth a try.

An ultra-marathon runner’s race against depression

In 2018, Vivi Cheung became the first woman from Macao to complete the Ultra Trail de Mont Blanc ultra-marathon. She explains how running helped her find purpose and manage depression.

Founder of Macao’s first ‘Community Fridge’ hopes to put surplus food to good use

Gilberto Camacho, a local environmental advocate, launched the Macau Community Fridge in September to reduce food waste and help the less fortunate.

Stress and uncertainty: Covid-19 has intensified mental health issues in Macao

On this year’s Mental Health Day, we discuss the psychological fallout of the Covid-19 pandemic with local residents and experts.

‘X也’and ‘Ta’ : The gradual rise of gender-neutral pronouns in Chinese

We talk to transgender advocates about the evolution of non-binary pronouns in mainland China and Hong Kong.

Macao’s first ‘National Geographic Emerging Explorer’ talks insects, new discoveries and climate change

Danny Chi-Man Leong shares the story behind his ant discovery and encourages the public to pitch in.