The action thriller dominated the 43rd annual celebration of Hong Kong cinema, showcasing both local talent and international recognition

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Unemployment is on the rise for locals and the general workforce, though the beleaguered retail sector managed a rise in employees
For the 12 months ending March 2025, the average CPI grew by 0.48 percent when compared with the previous period
Macao’s highly anticipated arts festival kicked off last Friday, with 15 major productions on the programme as well as a number of supporting events
The station connects to hydroelectric dams in two neighbouring countries and means many people in Guinea-Bissau will have public electricity for the first time
Grown in a just handful of countries along a narrow latitudinal band, this beloved bean has struggled in recent years, hitting farmers, companies and chocolate lovers hard
The dual expos, featuring over 150 exhibitors and expecting more than 10,000 industry professionals, will showcase the latest trends in both gambling and casino-resort offerings
The Macau Radio Taxi Services is looking to include regular black taxis in its radio taxi app – a move that may boost the service’s hitherto woeful response rate
Passengers from mainland China and Taiwan made up a combined 64 percent of the total, while those from Southeast and Northeast Asia accounted for 36 percent
Macao will leverage its unique role to guide mainland Chinese companies in exploring opportunities in Equatorial Guinea, Cabo Verde, Portugal, and Brazil next year
For the first time in this capacity, a WHO-certified emergency medical team from Macao has been sent to Myanmar after a devastating earthquake
The University of Macau and the Macau University of Science and Technology have both moved up in this year’s Times Higher Education rankings for Asia