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AAHK to commission two automated parking lots
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) is to start the phased commissioning of two automated parking lots at Hong Kong International Airport in November 2025. Developed and operated by AAHK, the two parking lots are to be located in the restricted...

Richemont Sales Up 6%, Defying Deepening Luxury Downturn
Swiss conglomerate Richemont defied a deepening downturn in luxury demand as sales grew 6 percent at constant exchange rates for its first fiscal quarter ending June 30. Persistent demand for jewellery is driving growth for the group, which owns...

Golfer who spent years behind bars set to make debut at The Open
Australian golfer Ryan Peake is preparing to write the next chapter of his remarkable redemption story at The 153rd Open Championship this week. In March this year, the left-hander qualified for the fourth and final major of the year, at Royal...

Tough business climate calls for smarter, bolder entrepreneurs
Approximately 95% to 97% of businesses fail to survive beyond five years, whether in Macau or elsewhere, yet it is crucial for aspiring entrepreneurs to cultivate a resilient mindset and adapt to market competition instead of simply complaining...
What Makes the Biggest Casino in Alabama Stand Out in 2025
What Makes the Biggest Casino in Alabama Stand Out in 2025 Published 12:47 pm Wednesday, July 16, 2025 When people plan to gain an exciting casino experience, they rarely consider Alabama as their primary destination. The gambling scene in this...

Special Olympics Zim team shines at Region 5 Youth Games
THE Special Olympics Zimbabwe (SOZ) team continued to fly the country's flag on the international stage with distinction, after bringing home an impressive medal . THE Special Olympics Zimbabwe (SOZ) team continued to fly the country's flag on the...

“Unprofessional and uncalled for”- MagentaMusik slammed for pinned message comparing BTS’ j-hope’s fans to SEVENTEEN’s Carats during Lollapalooza live
On Tuesday, July 15, BTS' j-hope performed at Lollapalooza Berlin. Following that, the online streaming platform, which was used to livestream the event across various European countries, MagentaMusik, pinned a message to their recent X...

Strong demand for jewellery sees sales sparkle at Richemont
The owner of Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels, among others, said group sales came in at €5.4bn in the three months to 30 June, up 3% or by 6% on a constant currency basis. The rise was fuelled by Richemont's high-end jewellery division, which saw...

Goldman Sachs names Caesars and Wynn top casino stock picks
Goldman Sachs initiated coverage on several gaming stocks Monday, highlighting Caesars Entertainment and Wynn Resorts as standout performers in a challenging environment for the casino industry. In a note led by analyst Lizzy Dove, the investment...

WARMINGTON: Altered Canadian flag on display at consulate in Hong Kong
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Canada Columnists Altering the Canadian flag to suit any cause or event violates the government's own rules on how the flag is to be displayed The Canadian flag, left, with an altered Canadian flag at the consulate in...
Week-long 35th Hong Kong Book Fair opens
HONG KONG, July 16 (Xinhua) -- The week-long 35th Hong Kong Book Fair, organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), commenced on Wednesday at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, featuring over 40 Chinese mainland...

NMIXX's 'Love Me Like This' MV surpasses 100 million YouTube views
NMIXX has reached a new streaming milestone! According to YouTube's update, the JYP Entertainment girl group's "Love Me Like This" exceeded a total of 100 million plays on YouTube, becoming their third official video to do so after "O.O" and...

Richemont posts “solid” start to the year as jewellery sparkles
Luxury house Richemont posted a +6% year-on-year rise in sales at constant exchange rates (+3% actual) to €5.4 billion for its first quarter ended 30 June 2025. The group described the performance as “solid’, coming amid a volatile macroeconomic...
Europe and Americas, boost Richemont’s sales
Luxury goods group Richemont has reported solid first-quarter results, driven by double-digit growth in Europe, the Americas and Middle East & Africa. The group reported sales rose 6% at constant exchange rates to €5.4bn in the quarter to end-June...

Thailand Casino Bill Folded, Attractive Market Opportunity Remains on Hold
Posted on: July 7, 2025, 09:52h. Last updated on: July 7, 2025, 09:58h. Thailand’s casino bill has been ditched The Entertainment Complex Bill sought to legalize five casinos Thailand’s government is in turmoil Thailand won’t become home to legal...
ROAD TO DOHA
TDT | Manama Email : hussainm@newsofbahrain.com Four Nations, One Purpose Bahrain’s U23 national football team are in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan this week, competing in a four-nation tournament against Oman, Syria, and the host nation. The action begins...

Synectics flags US$2.5mln contract with a Philippine casino resort
Synectics Plc, a United Kingdom-based provider of security and surveillance technology, says it has been selected to upgrade the surveillance system of a “leading casino operator” in the Philippines. The company also said it secured its first...

Maverick Gaming, which owns 5 Nevada casinos, files for bankruptcy
Maverick Gaming, which owns five casinos in rural Nevada, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Monday, listing between $100 million and $500 million in liabilities. For now, the Nevada properties — Maverick Casino & Hotel, Gold County Casino...

Medical Council expands 2026 health survey scope
The Medical Council recently held its 11th plenary session, announcing new developments for the upcoming Macao Health Survey 2026. To better address residents’ health concerns, officials revealed a new partnership with mainland China’s national...

Las Vegas Sands begins construction on $8bn Marina Bay Sands expansion in Singapore
New hotel tower and arena to anchor long-term tourism strategy in Singapore. By Shaan Khan Key points: - Groundbreaking marks start of Las Vegas Sands’ $8bn development next to Marina Bay Sands - Expansion to feature 55-storey hotel tower and...