
Ferry disaster: no hope for missing crew
Hongkong-Macao ferry Fatshan capsizes off Lantao during Typhoon Rose, feared drowning of large crew including master and senior British officers; 4 survivors, 4 bodies found.

Hongkong-Macao ferry Fatshan capsizes off Lantao during Typhoon Rose, feared drowning of large crew including master and senior British officers; 4 survivors, 4 bodies found.

The 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament (Yangshan Station) commenced on June 13th in Yangshan County, Qingyuan City. Eighteen dragon boat teams competed on the Lianjiang River, attracting tens of thousands of spectators. The event featured traditional ceremonies and performances, with local team Xiaojiang Town winning the local group and Guangzhou Zengcheng Xintang Town Dragon Boat Association winning the invitation group.

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) is deepening innovation collaboration between industry, academia, and research institutions to accelerate the transformation of scientific research achievements into products. Key initiatives include facilitating cross-border flow of innovation elements, building high-level innovation platforms, and supporting the transition from "0 to 1" to "1 to 100" for technological advancements, aiming to become a global science and technology innovation hub.

The 17th International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum opened in Macao on June 11, gathering over 3,500 elites from more than 70 countries to discuss green and digital technologies in infrastructure. The event features over 250 activities and an 8000 sqm exhibition area, aiming to foster international cooperation and showcase "China Construction" on the global stage.

Nearly 30 university students from Macao visited Ningde, Fujian, to explore its industrial parks, marine ranches, and historical sites. They gained insights into Ningde's industrial growth and cultural heritage, seeking opportunities for future collaboration between Macao and Ningde, particularly in areas like green industry, marine tourism, and low-carbon urban development.

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area has seen its international trains exceed 20,000 car departures this year, with a value surpassing 9 billion yuan, a 40% year-on-year increase. This surge reflects the region's robust foreign trade and the growing importance of rail transport for exports.

Nearly 30 university students from Macao visited Ningde, Fujian, to experience its industrial development, marine economy, and history. They toured CATL, a marine ranch, and museums, gaining insights into innovation and local culture.

Macao's government plans to strengthen its community emergency response network by increasing Automated External Defibrillator (AED) availability to 680 units, aiming for 100 per 100,000 people by next year. The initiative includes optimizing AED distribution, improving information access via a "one-stop" app, and establishing a dedicated training center for first aid education.

Bad Bunny faces a $6 million lawsuit from Román Carrasco Delgado, the owner of a Puerto Rican home used as inspiration for the singer's concert set 'La Casita'. The owner claims the use of his property for merchandise and global tours exceeded the initial agreement for a short film.

Bad Bunny faces a $6 million lawsuit from the owner of a Puerto Rican home used as inspiration for his concert set 'La Casita'. The owner claims unauthorized use of his property's image for merchandise and global tours, impacting his privacy.

Bad Bunny faces a $6 million lawsuit from Román Carrasco Delgado, the owner of a Puerto Rican home ('La Casita') used in the artist's short film and recreated in concerts worldwide. The owner claims unauthorized use of his property for merchandise and lack of privacy.
The 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Youth (School) Badminton League concluded in Guangzhou on May 24th. The event featured 33 teams across five age groups, fostering youth exchange and sportsmanship within the region.
China's General Administration of Customs will collaborate with Hong Kong and Macao to compile and release foreign trade statistics for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as a whole. This initiative aims to enhance data transparency and facilitate a more comprehensive understanding of the region's economic development.
Olympic champion Sun Yingsha attended an event in Shenzhen to promote table tennis exchanges among youth from Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Macao. The event launched the 2025 season activities for the Shenzhen University team and a Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Macao youth exchange program, aiming to foster national identity through sports.
The 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Youth Badminton League commenced on May 23 in Guangzhou, featuring 317 young athletes from 33 schools across the region's 11 cities, covering all educational levels.

The Experience Macao Roadshow in Madrid offered visitors interactive activities, cultural performances and gastronomy highlighting the Asian territory’s tourism appeal.