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Gaming recovery in Macau, Cambodia may lag regional peers due to exit of junkets: S&P
GGRAsia
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July 11, 2025
S&P Global Ratings Inc says that despite the number of Chinese visitors to Malaysia, Macau and Singapore being “largely back to pre-pandemic levels,” an issue for the Macau and also the Cambodia casino sector is that “the elimination of junkets...
Disney’s Magic Box brings a bold, imaginative twist to Macau’s stage
Macau Daily Times
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July 11, 2025
Thaddeus McWhinnie Phillips and Filipe Gamba Paredes After drawing crowds across Buenos Aires, Johannesburg, Abu Dhabi, and Doha, Disney’s Magic Box is making its Macau debut, offering a live experience that reimagines a century of Disney...
Century Entertainment forms joint venture with Philippine gaming firm to expand business in Asia-Pacific
Yogonet International
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July 10, 2025
Century Entertainment has moved to expand its gaming footprint across the Asia-Pacific region through a joint venture with Philippines-based World Platinum Technologies (WPT). The new partnership centers on advancing and promoting WPT’s gaming...
Sudhir Mishra to present Goutam Ghose’s Parikrama, the first official Indo-Italian co-production: “Parikrama is a fine example of cinema that builds bridges across cultures”
Bollywood Hungama
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July 10, 2025
en Bollywood News Bollywood Hungama News Network https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/ Sudhir Mishra to present Goutam Ghose’s Parikrama, the first official Indo-Italian co-production: “Parikrama is a fine example of cinema that builds bridges across...
Macau 2Q EBITDA gain likely lagged GGR growth amid greater VIP contribution: Citi
GGRAsia
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July 10, 2025
A “slightly unfavourable revenue mix” in terms of Macau player segments during the second quarter – including typically lower-margin VIP gamblers – is likely to have hit industry margins on earnings before interest, taxation, depreciation, and...
Macao youth inspired by revolutionary sites
China Daily
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A tour guide introduces exhibits to participants of the "Macao youth exploring the motherland" activity at the Shanxi Guomin Normal University Former Site Revolution Activity Memorial Hall in Taiyuan, Shanxi province, on June 28. ZHU XINGXIN/CHINA...
The best guest shifts in Hong Kong and Macau, ahead of Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025
South China Morning Post
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July 10, 2025
The countdown begins for Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025! For the first time, the spotlight is on Macau as the SAR prepares to host the prestigious awards ceremony, unveiling the list on July 15. In the lead-up to the big night, both Hong Kong and Macau...
Bonds in Macao: the impetus of modern finance
World Finance
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  To address challenges of its unbalanced industrial structure, Macao has highlighted the importance of economic diversification, and prioritised modern finance, especially the bond market, as a cornerstone of its strategic transformation....
Capella at Galaxy Macau public bookings available from late September
GGRAsia
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July 10, 2025
An official booking engine for the Capella at Galaxy Macau hotel is active and indicating it can accept bookings from the general public on September 23 at the earliest. The only type of room available via the booking engine as of Thursday’s...
LT Game’s ‘Mori Dice’ going live at Grand Lisboa in downtown Macau
GGRAsia
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July 10, 2025
Units of “Mori Dice”, a fresh slot-style sic bo game from casino technology supplier LT Game Ltd, are being added to the floor at Grand Lisboa in Macau’s downtown casino district. The information about the imminent addition of three units of the...
Macau gaming revenue poised to hit MOP 200bn in July
Gambling Insider
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Momentum from summer holidays and live concerts drives stronger-than-expected takings. By Gambling Insider Key points: - Daily average gaming revenue reached MOP 7.16bn (US$890m) in early July - Investment banks raise full-year growth forecast...
Musical chairs
Macau Business
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July 9, 2025
With a record-low number of candidate lists in Macau’s upcoming Legislative Assembly election, some anticipate a less competitive race dominated by traditional forces while others frame it as a shift towards “quality over quantity.” By Tony Lai In...
'Playing by the platforms': In Korea, winning fashion means winning the internet
Korea JoungAng Daily
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July 9, 2025
Online screen captures from 29cm, a domestic fashion e-commerce platform [STYLESHARE] Pastel-colored tank-tops, mesh bustiers with dainty flower prints, puffy halter neck blouses — these effortlessly innocent styles are the staples of Foeto, a...
GEG fosters environmental awareness through music at Lai Chi Vun Shipyards
Asia Gaming Brief
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July 9, 2025
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) recently collaborated with its Music Partner, Macao Orchestra, and its Green Partner, Green Future, to host the “GEG Rhythms of Nature Family Workshop” at GEG’s revitalization project, the Lai Chi Vun Shipyards...
Hong Kong – Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao hold “open to inclusive, progress together” joint press conference for NG, NGD and NSOG in Guangzhou...
Web NewsWire
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July 9, 2025
Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao hold “open to inclusive, progress together” joint press conference for NG, NGD and NSOG in Guangzhou (with photos) ****************************************************************************************** The...
Casinos to entertainment capital
Bangkok Post
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July 8, 2025
Casino "integrated resorts (IRs)" -- framed as "entertainment complexes (ECs)" in Thailand -- have proved to be hugely transformative for tourism, destination image, the economy, policy creation, and society. The process, debate, and...
Galaxy Eyes Thailand for World-Class Entertainment Complex
Bangkok Post
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July 9, 2025
What do you picture when you hear the words “entertainment complex,” an idea the Thai government is now actively promoting? Imagine a vast destination surrounded by a collection of the world’s most prestigious five-star luxury hotels. Inside,...
Flavours without borders: Macao’s global culinary carnival
Macau Business
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July 9, 2025
Ten days, 100 booths, 21 countries—and an abundance of delicious food. The 2025 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest is back. From 11 to 20 July, Macao will once again host a remarkable celebration of culinary artistry and cultural exchange, as...
Macau’s daily gaming revenue jumps 30% in early July driven by concerts and summer tourism
Asia Gaming Brief
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July 7, 2025
Macau’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) reached MOP4.3 billion ($537 million) for the first six days of July, according to Citigroup analysts George Choi and Timothy Chau. The strong performance translates to a daily run-rate of approximately MOP717...
Casino Aesthetics Meet Local Art Scenes: A Creative Fusion
Sarasota Magazine - Florida
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July 8, 2025
Casinos have always been associated with glitz, glamour, and high energy. From Vegas's bright lights to Macau’s glossy minimalism, casino chic is as iconic as it comes. One rising trend is changing this perception — local art scenes hijacking...