With a rapidly ageing population and dementia cases increasing year after year, the city must find new ways to support individuals and their struggling families.
Falling out of love with a pair of jeans is no reason to throw them away, but nor should you hoard them forever. Consider donating your used clothes to one of these second-hand stores instead.
As a global city, we need to revitalise economies, restore the environment and become more resilient. We can start by supporting local businesses.
We talked to local energy experts and car dealers to understand the pros and cons of owning an electric vehicle in Macao.
Jack Ung, CEO of southern China’s exclusive distributor of Swedish water purification system reveals why he is bullish about plastic waste reduction in Macao.
The treasurer turned sustainability advisor talks about finding her purpose and implementing eco-conscious solutions across Melco’s properties.
Local scientist and smart energy expert Zhang Hongcai says Macao can transition to a more sustainable and inclusive energy future – and solar is the way forward.
With the launch of Chazence, an upcycling initiative using spent tea leaves, Macao product designer Calvin Sio hopes to help reduce food waste and plastic consumption.
Table tennis is red-hot in Macao. We take a look at how the sport has grown from European import to a favourite pastime of thousands of local residents.
An associate research professor studying light pollution warns of its impact on wildlife and human health.
Bounce from Easter egg hunts to the Macao Arts Festival, book swaps and more!
Start the day on the right foot with an outing to one of our favourite walking trails across the city.
From purifying polluted water to finding solutions in sludge, local universities are playing a leading role in Macao’s sustainability movement.
Ever wonder how water reaches your tap, whether limescale is bad for your health or what Macao is doing to make sure the city always has water?
Ruby O, president of the Society of Food & Environmental Health, established an association to educate residents about the impact their meals have on the earth.
What’s the difference between global warming and climate change? Net zero versus carbon neutrality? Macao advocacy group, Genervision House, unpacks commonly misused environmental terms.
To celebrate World Wildlife Day, join us in exploring Macao’s breathtaking biodiversity, from the endangered Chinese white dolphins to the freshwater crab you won’t find anywhere else in the world.
Stock up on all kinds of unpackaged goods at five of Macao’s pioneering zero-waste stores.
It’s no coincidence that we’re seeing climate change. Not only do natural disasters cost lives, but they also destroy habitats and increase the risk of future pandemics.
We revisit the mangroves in honour of World Wetlands Day on 2 February. Macao’s valuable coastal wetlands benefit people and the planet in countless ways, from storing carbon to filtering pollutants.
Out with the old and in with the new! Just in time for Spring, we speak to professional home organiser Nassim Secci to learn more about the art of decluttering.
In Macao, Winnie Lai is one of the few instructors certified to teach the art of sola wood flower arrangements. Rustic and homey, the eco-friendly handicraft invites a conversation about eco-friendly alternatives to fresh-cut flowers.
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.
If the beauty forecasts are anything to go by, we can look forward to playful palettes, funky throwbacks and tech-savvy beauty innovations in the new year.
Ekithi superfoods specialist links Macao with Mozambique and is building a greener, more prosperous future for its farmers.
Benvinda dos Santos and Queenie Fok, local environmentalists and mothers, share their tips for those hoping to embrace a more eco-friendly parenting style.
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.
We talk to vegan advocates and restaurant owners about the rise in plant-based lifestyles in Macao and why it’s worth a try.
In June 2020, Sands China implemented a new waste-saving technology across its team member restaurants. We talk to the company’s decision-makers to understand how the technology guides decisions and curbs waste.
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.
Isadora Leung founded Enough Macao to enable the next generation to stop using single-use items without breaking the bank.
Gilberto Camacho, a local environmental advocate, launched the Macau Community Fridge in September to reduce food waste and help the less fortunate.
Danny Chi-Man Leong shares the story behind his ant discovery and encourages the public to pitch in.
Since launching Macau for Waste Reduction in 2019, co-founder Capricorn Leong has observed a wellspring of enthusiasm in recycling among Macao residents. But they need the facilities and infrastructure to match.
Dolphin researcher Viena Mak says she worries that encounters with Chinese White Dolphins around Hong Kong and Macao are coming to an end.
Yuenjie Maru, a Hong Kong dance practitioner and choreographer, had to undergo 21 days in hotel quarantine when he came to Macao to put on a show at the Macau City Fringe Festival in January 2021. Undeterred, he used the time to choreograph a show, grow some onions and teach dance online.
We talk to environmentalists and restaurant owners on the impact of banning plastic straws and stirrers and what is next for the city’s environmental efforts.
Macao-based lawyer Luisa Bragança challenged herself to scale two of the world’s tallest mountains and head to the depths of the Mariana Trench, using a stair-stepper during three different hotel quarantines in the past year.
While fulfilling a 21-day quarantine in Macao, Michael Keen challenged himself to walk and run as far as he could.
Queenie Fok, chairman of Greenfuture Macau, believes that it’s what we do – not what we know – that will build a more sustainable Macao. That’s why the NGO has turned its focus to hands-on environmental education programmes.
Cryotherapy, also known as ‘cold therapy’, has been shown to improve some sports injuries and health conditions. We talk to two cryotherapy centres in Macao to learn more.
Macao-based life coach Trinayani Goswami says you shouldn’t wait until you feel lost to ask for help. Even those who are at the top of their game can benefit from guidance and support.
Spread throughout the different local animal shelters are pets waiting for their furever homes. No matter their background, they all deserve loving families to go to. Let’s encourage Macao to adopt, not shop!
What does it take to run a luxury spa? We asked one of Macao’s beauty experts at The Ritz-Carlton to spill her best beauty secrets and favourite brands.
International and local experts join students in a food loss and waste reduction seminar at the University of Saint Joseph.
When Estera Deunier, an international teacher in Macao, returned from France in October 2020, she found a healthy way to pass the time during one of the world’s longest quarantines.
Channel your inner beast and awaken the power of primal movement with the latest workout to hit Macao’s fitness centres: Animal Flow!
Focused on the wellbeing of people – both mentally and physically – this year’s International Day of Yoga fosters making better choices for good health.
In honour of World Blood Donor Day on 14 June, we approached three members of Macao’s blood donor community. Read on to find out why they keep choosing to donate, again and again.
They may not eat meat, but this bunch of super-powerful paddlers are ready to take on all comers in this year’s races.
It’s not just a holistic method of healing, but also an opportunity for a city in search of economic diversification.
From humble bathroom origins to a grassroots movement, Mighty Greens is teaching Macao’s novice gardeners how to feed themselves, while still looking after the planet, through workshops and events.
This year’s Global Wellness Day will focus on mental wellness and will be an open, free-flowing event at the Macau Tower on 12 June.
Danny Chi-Man Leong, the first Macao local to be awarded the National Geographic Emerging Explorer, shares how his new title could influence his future research and work in the community.
After 10 years in business, Macao Fitness has become a mainstay of Macao’s fitness community. We speak to founder Norika Chio about the gym’s journey, and how the city is learning to embrace healthier lifestyles.
Looking to clean up your beauty routine? Look no further! We’ve searched high and low and found the best clean beauty products, all available to conscientious shoppers here, in Macao shops and salons.
Feeling stressed or anxious as a result of the pandemic? Try one of these restorative ancient healing modalities, as recommended by two spiritual practitioners in Macao.
Did you know you can use your own blood to heal injuries like muscle strains, torn ligaments or a sprained knee? Learn more about the emerging therapy of PRP, and where to find it in Macao.
Boost your mood, feel closer to nature and elevate your space with a leafy houseplant or two. From bamboo to succulents to Chinese evergreens, here’s where to shop for plants in Macao.
Meet these pets ready for a loving home in our weekly Adoption Tails series. No matter the background, these animals deserve families to snuggle up to!
Eddy Murphy grew up on the mean streets of São Paulo, Brazil, but capoeira – the gentlest of martial arts – showed him a way up and out.
Macao’s first and only crystal shop isn’t just selling pretty rocks; it’s teaching a community how to heal themselves. Meet the husband-and-wife duo behind Gems Awakening.
A new lifestyle destination on Hengqin will open by the end of this year – a RMB 2.5 billion project from one of Macao’s great merchant dynasties that has taken decades to come to fruition.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, Spring is the time where liver function and detoxification are most active making it the ideal time for an annual check-in with ourselves.
Hong Kong-based CircleDNA enables you to take more control of your health with a simple DNA test. Keen to try it? Macao News has one Premium CircleDNA Test, valued at MOP 4,990, to give away this March.
If you are interested in adopting, check Macao News for weekly updates on cats and dogs that are available for adoption in Macao.
Our mental wellbeing begins within the gastrointestinal tract, since more than 90% of serotonin is produced by gut microbes during digestion.
With a life expectancy of 84.1, Macao’s residents are outliving the rest of the world. We talk to the city’s seniors, caretakers and healthcare experts to understand how and why.
Local Pilates and wellness guru Ceci Lam shares her favourite places to eat, shop, sweat, pamper and escape from the urban grind in Macao.
Pioneering sustainable urban farming in Macao, It’s Pure Production is working to reduce the city’s dependence on imported ingredients with its sustainable, zero-waste food production system.
We talk to Cheang Weng U, a feng shui master in Macao, to understand what awaits us in the Year of Ox, based on Chinese zodiac theory.
Frosty and refreshing, open-water winter swimming has become a favourite pastime for many of the city’s older residents who find community, mental stamina and physical endurance in the sea.
We may not be able to live forever, but with smart lifestyle choices, it’s possible to reduce our risk of chronic illnesses and extend our lifespans. We invite Cheong Pak Leng, a medical expert in Macao, to share a few tips to maintain our physical and mental health.
Elaine Alipio knows a thing or two about self-care. Recently appointed as the spa director at Four Seasons Macao Cotai Strip, Alipio reveals eight of her top wellness, beauty and relaxation rituals to work into your daily routine.
Mariana de Oliveira Dias is a certified wellness consultant and nutrition coach, yoga instructor and raw vegan chef. In this column, she answers your health, nutrition and wellness questions so we can all lead healthier happier lives.
Macao entrepreneurs Xenia Wong and Simpson Lee transformed O.N.E luxury leather handbag line into a 100 per cent vegan operation in August 2020, proving that you don’t need animal leather to be stylish.
Long before ‘wellness’ would become a global buzzword, Cristina Lobo pioneered the industry in Macao. As the founder and managing director of Nirvana Day Spa, one of the city’s first independent spas, Cristina is keeping pace with the next generation of spa-goers.
From dietary changes to a minimalist mindset, Macao eco-activist Annie Lao shares eight simple yet significant ways to shrink your footprint in the new year.
Interior design, art, fashion, makeup… Hong Kong-based feng shui consultant Thierry Chow says the ancient practice is about much more than simply enhancing the energy in your personal space.
Use our handy map to find the government recycling station closest to you, so you can reduce waste and help make Macao a cleaner, greener city.
