The Curse of the Lost City: A new novel exploring the First Opium War
Award-winning author Joe Tang spins the true story of Lin Zexu’s 1839 trip to Portuguese-administered Macao into a thrilling assassination plot. In doing so, he... Read more.
Macao’s ‘new neighbourhood’ in the mainland
The Macao government’s mega residential complex in Hengqin is edging closer to completion. All of its apartments are reserved for Macao residents, perfect for... Read more.
Macao’s heritage goes virtual
If visitors can’t come to Macao in person, they can still experience the city’s major museum exhibitions and cultural heritage sites – thanks to virtual reality.... Read more.
The right notes
Since 1997, the Macao Youth Symphony Orchestra has helped to raise the bar for aspiring classical musicians in the city.... Read more.
Honouring Macao’s modernist buildings
Docomomo Macau’s new Walking Guide celebrates the city’s modernist architecture and conveys an urgent message: preserve these treasures, lest our collective... Read more.
Keeping traditions afloat in Coloane
Two former shipyard workers are on a mission to preserve and promote Macao’s shipbuilding heritage, albeit on a smaller scale.... Read more.
Sculpting from memory
Lam Iok Hoi grew up seeing vendors selling dough sculptures on Macao’s streets. Now, the 73-year-old ex-chef has made it his mission to keep the disappearing folk... Read more.
Rediscovering Macanese flavours
Macanese dishes have long been a staple around many Macanese family dinner tables. And now, it’s easier than ever to find these treasured dishes at restaurants,... Read more.
Making her mark
A few years ago, colourful artist and businesswoman Jovinia António turned hurtful remarks into the driving force behind Stardust Journey. Now she is making an... Read more.
A boost for the board
Chess in Macao was on its last legs until the Covid-19 pandemic renewed interest in the sport, particularly among local youth. Now, the Macau Chess Federation sees... Read more.