Hana Tou presents the beauty of watercolours at Macau's 10 Fantasia exhibition
Review by Rui Pastorin At 10 Fantasia gallery, an exhibition titled “A Beautiful Glimpse” is being hosted at the “Youth Art Exhibition Room”, showcasing a variety of pieces created by local painter Hana Tou Mei Kun (杜美娟).The Macau-born artist utilises an interplay of colours, light and detail to bring each piece to life. Varying in size, Tou provides exhibitiongoers with window to Macau and other parts of the world as seen through her eyes, translating
March 18, 2026
Tap water consumption set to rise 3 pct in 2026: Macao Water chief
Macao Water Supply Company Limited Executive Director Nacky Kuan Sio Peng told reporters yesterday that Macau’s tap water consumption this year was forecast to increase 3.0 percent year-on-year. The company hosted a Spring Festival media reception at Macau Tower in Sai Van yesterday.Kuan noted in a speech that last year marked the company’s 90th anniversary, and a series of celebratory events were held to strengthen interactions with various sectors. This year, Kuan said, the
March 18, 2026
Macau police stop woman from losing 3 million patacas in scam
The Judiciary Police (PJ) stopped a woman from losing three million patacas in a “fake police” scam, PJ IT Crimes Division Supervisor Lao Kuok Cheong said during a special press conference yesterday.According to Lao, during an anti-fraud awareness campaign held from March 6 to last Thursday, a female visitor from the Chinese mainland arrived at the event intending to receive a gift. While answering questions related to fraud prevention, her hesitant responses raised the suspicion of
March 18, 2026
Macau Health Bureau notes surge in influenza activity
The Health Bureau (SSM) announced in a statement last night that influenza viruses in Macau have become more active, with the positive testing rate rising from 5.0 percent from the period between February 22 to 28 to 17.8 percent from March 8 to 14, with over 70 percent of the cases being type B influenza. The statement said that this surpasses the 15.2 percent warning threshold, indicating “a high level of flu activity”.Influenza viruses had a peak in activity from mid-November 2025
March 18, 2026
Hana Tou presents the beauty of watercolours at Macau's 10 Fantasia exhibition
Review by Rui Pastorin At 10 Fantasia gallery, an exhibition titled “A Beautiful Glimpse” is being hosted at the “Youth Art Exhibition Room”, showcasing a variety of pieces created by local painter Hana Tou Mei Kun (杜美娟).The Macau-born artist utilises an interplay of colours, light and detail to bring each piece to life. Varying in size, Tou provides exhibitiongoers with window to Macau and other parts of the world as seen through her eyes, translating
March 18, 2026
Tap water consumption set to rise 3 pct in 2026: Macao Water chief
Macao Water Supply Company Limited Executive Director Nacky Kuan Sio Peng told reporters yesterday that Macau’s tap water consumption this year was forecast to increase 3.0 percent year-on-year. The company hosted a Spring Festival media reception at Macau Tower in Sai Van yesterday.Kuan noted in a speech that last year marked the company’s 90th anniversary, and a series of celebratory events were held to strengthen interactions with various sectors. This year, Kuan said, the
March 18, 2026
Macau police stop woman from losing 3 million patacas in scam
The Judiciary Police (PJ) stopped a woman from losing three million patacas in a “fake police” scam, PJ IT Crimes Division Supervisor Lao Kuok Cheong said during a special press conference yesterday.According to Lao, during an anti-fraud awareness campaign held from March 6 to last Thursday, a female visitor from the Chinese mainland arrived at the event intending to receive a gift. While answering questions related to fraud prevention, her hesitant responses raised the suspicion of
March 18, 2026
Macau Health Bureau notes surge in influenza activity
The Health Bureau (SSM) announced in a statement last night that influenza viruses in Macau have become more active, with the positive testing rate rising from 5.0 percent from the period between February 22 to 28 to 17.8 percent from March 8 to 14, with over 70 percent of the cases being type B influenza. The statement said that this surpasses the 15.2 percent warning threshold, indicating “a high level of flu activity”.Influenza viruses had a peak in activity from mid-November 2025
March 18, 2026
Macau resort operator Melco to launch luxury hotel ‘REM’ in 2nd half of 2026
Integrated resort operator Melco Resorts & Entertainment announced in a statement yesterday the upcoming launch of its new luxury hotel project REM at City of Dreams Macau (COD) in Cotai, with its soft opening and grand launch slated for the second half of the year. The statement noted the project as a “key component in Melco’s strategic presence in Macau”, marking a “major upgrade” for COD as well as redefining contemporary luxury through its “ultimate suite experience,
March 18, 2026
Residents divided on impact of alcohol intake in Macau: vox pop
Residents yesterday shared mixed views on alcohol consumption in Macau, with some describing it as a serious social issue while others see it as a matter of personal responsibility. Speaking to the Post yesterday, several residents pointed to the ubiquitous visibility of drinking alcohol in daily life, particularly in nightlife and social settings. For 21-year-old Nic, alcohol consumption is a noticeable part of social life in Macau, particularly among younger people. She noted that
March 18, 2026
Macau Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) halts poultry imports from avian flu-hit regions
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) announced in a statement yesterday new import restrictions on poultry products from several regions affected by the highly pathogenic avian influenza. According to the bureau, outbreaks have been reported in multiple locations, including Bolívar Partido Province in Argentina, Eure Départment in France, the Harz region of the state of Lower Saxony in northern Germany, Perugia Province of the region of Umbria in Italy, and the town of Nowy Tomyśl in
March 18, 2026
Macau police bust loan-sharking quintet
The Judiciary Police (PJ) on Monday arrested five men from the Chinese mainland for loan sharking PJ spokesman Leng Kam Lon said during a special press conference yesterday.Leng identified the suspects as a 40-year-old man surnamed Wang and a 44-year-old man surnamed Wu, both of whom claimed to be jobless; a 39-year-old business man surnamed Zhou, a 34-year-old business man surnamed Yan, and a construction worker, age undisclosed, surnamed Cheng, adding that another suspect was still at large
March 18, 2026
2nd round of ticket sales for ITTF World Cup in Macau opens today
According to a statement provided by the Sports Bureau (ID) on Monday, a second round of ticket sales for the ITTF Men’s and Women’s World Cup Macao 2026 begins at noon today. The tournament, sanctioned by the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), will be held from March 30 to April 5 at the Galaxy Arena in Cotai, the statement said. The event is co-organised by the bureau, Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) and World Table Tennis Management Group Limited (WTT), as well as the
March 18, 2026
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Editorial: When benevolence and justice are not practised, the position of strength shifts
China’s seasoned Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s press conference on the sidelines of the “two sessions” in Beijing on March 8 proved his deep wit and predilection for metaphors and aphorisms once again. His annual press conference at the Great Hall of the People during the concurrent sessions of the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) has, for over a decade, become a “must-study” for me –and
March 16, 2026
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Editorial: When benevolence and justice are not practised, the position of strength shifts
China’s seasoned Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s press conference on the sidelines of the “two sessions” in Beijing on March 8 proved his deep wit and predilection for metaphors and aphorisms once again. His annual press conference at the Great Hall of the People during the concurrent sessions of the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) has, for over a decade, become a “must-study” for me –and
March 16, 2026
Hana Tou presents the beauty of watercolours at Macau's 10 Fantasia exhibition
Review by Rui Pastorin At 10 Fantasia gallery, an exhibition titled “A Beautiful Glimpse” is being hosted at the “Youth Art Exhibition Room”, showcasing a variety of pieces created by local painter Hana Tou Mei Kun (杜美娟).The Macau-born artist utilises an interplay of colours, light and detail to bring each piece to life. Varying in size, Tou provides exhibitiongoers with window to Macau and other parts of the world as seen through her eyes, translating
March 18, 2026
Macau's Hou Kong Maths Cultural Week event aims to develop students’ critical thinking & practical skills
Macau’s renowned Hou Kong Middle School (Primary Section) hosted the last day of its Mathematical Cultural Week event yesterday, and Wang Shize, deputy director of the school, told the Post that the event aimed to develop students’ critical thinking and practical skills.Wang said that centred on the concept of “Viewing the world through a mathematical lens,” nearly 20 mathematics competitions and activities were held in just over 10 days, with over a thousand students from the school
March 17, 2026
Macau resort operator Melco to launch luxury hotel ‘REM’ in 2nd half of 2026
Integrated resort operator Melco Resorts & Entertainment announced in a statement yesterday the upcoming launch of its new luxury hotel project REM at City of Dreams Macau (COD) in Cotai, with its soft opening and grand launch slated for the second half of the year. The statement noted the project as a “key component in Melco’s strategic presence in Macau”, marking a “major upgrade” for COD as well as redefining contemporary luxury through its “ultimate suite experience,
March 18, 2026
Hana Tou presents the beauty of watercolours at Macau's 10 Fantasia exhibition
Review by Rui Pastorin At 10 Fantasia gallery, an exhibition titled “A Beautiful Glimpse” is being hosted at the “Youth Art Exhibition Room”, showcasing a variety of pieces created by local painter Hana Tou Mei Kun (杜美娟).The Macau-born artist utilises an interplay of colours, light and detail to bring each piece to life. Varying in size, Tou provides exhibitiongoers with window to Macau and other parts of the world as seen through her eyes, translating
March 18, 2026
Tap water consumption set to rise 3 pct in 2026: Macao Water chief
Macao Water Supply Company Limited Executive Director Nacky Kuan Sio Peng told reporters yesterday that Macau’s tap water consumption this year was forecast to increase 3.0 percent year-on-year. The company hosted a Spring Festival media reception at Macau Tower in Sai Van yesterday.Kuan noted in a speech that last year marked the company’s 90th anniversary, and a series of celebratory events were held to strengthen interactions with various sectors. This year, Kuan said, the
March 18, 2026
Residents divided on impact of alcohol intake in Macau: vox pop
Residents yesterday shared mixed views on alcohol consumption in Macau, with some describing it as a serious social issue while others see it as a matter of personal responsibility. Speaking to the Post yesterday, several residents pointed to the ubiquitous visibility of drinking alcohol in daily life, particularly in nightlife and social settings. For 21-year-old Nic, alcohol consumption is a noticeable part of social life in Macau, particularly among younger people. She noted that
March 18, 2026
Macau Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) halts poultry imports from avian flu-hit regions
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) announced in a statement yesterday new import restrictions on poultry products from several regions affected by the highly pathogenic avian influenza. According to the bureau, outbreaks have been reported in multiple locations, including Bolívar Partido Province in Argentina, Eure Départment in France, the Harz region of the state of Lower Saxony in northern Germany, Perugia Province of the region of Umbria in Italy, and the town of Nowy Tomyśl in
March 18, 2026
Macau police stop woman from losing 3 million patacas in scam
The Judiciary Police (PJ) stopped a woman from losing three million patacas in a “fake police” scam, PJ IT Crimes Division Supervisor Lao Kuok Cheong said during a special press conference yesterday.According to Lao, during an anti-fraud awareness campaign held from March 6 to last Thursday, a female visitor from the Chinese mainland arrived at the event intending to receive a gift. While answering questions related to fraud prevention, her hesitant responses raised the suspicion of
March 18, 2026
Macau police bust loan-sharking quintet
The Judiciary Police (PJ) on Monday arrested five men from the Chinese mainland for loan sharking PJ spokesman Leng Kam Lon said during a special press conference yesterday.Leng identified the suspects as a 40-year-old man surnamed Wang and a 44-year-old man surnamed Wu, both of whom claimed to be jobless; a 39-year-old business man surnamed Zhou, a 34-year-old business man surnamed Yan, and a construction worker, age undisclosed, surnamed Cheng, adding that another suspect was still at large
March 18, 2026
2nd round of ticket sales for ITTF World Cup in Macau opens today
According to a statement provided by the Sports Bureau (ID) on Monday, a second round of ticket sales for the ITTF Men’s and Women’s World Cup Macao 2026 begins at noon today. The tournament, sanctioned by the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), will be held from March 30 to April 5 at the Galaxy Arena in Cotai, the statement said. The event is co-organised by the bureau, Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) and World Table Tennis Management Group Limited (WTT), as well as the
March 18, 2026