Taiwan faces escalating energy demands driven by AI and clean technology, yet it relies on imports for 97.7% of its energy, predominantly fossil fuels. Despite this, the government seems unaware of ...
Taiwan man covers legs in dry ice for 10 hours, both legs amputated for S$1.7 million insurance payout
A 24-year-old Taiwanese student sacrificed his legs to get his hands on NT$41 million (S$1.7 million) worth of insurance payouts. He soaked his legs in dry ice and later amputated them, in the hopes ...
POLL-Taiwan set to hold rates steady amid inflation concerns
TAIPEI, March 18 (Reuters) - Taiwan's central bank is expected to hold its policy interest rate steady this week and to stay the course until early next year as it navigates ongoing concerns over ...
Taiwan set to hold rates steady amid inflation concerns
Taiwan's central bank is expected to hold its policy interest rate steady this week and to stay the course until early next year as it navigates ongoing concerns over inflation, according to ...
Taiwan set to hold rates steady amid inflation concerns: Reuters poll
Taiwan's central bank is expected to hold its policy interest rate steady this week and to stay the course until early next year as it navigates ongoing concerns over inflation, according to ...
“Untold Herstory”: Gripping Film Uncovers the Unsung Heroines of Taiwan’s Democratic Struggle
TaiwanPlus is honored to announce and share the first-ever online release of "Untold Herstory," a poignant historical film that sheds light on the experiences of female political prisoners during the ...
CTBC forecasts record profit for this year
The Taipei-based financial conglomerate earned NT$56.08 billion (US$1.79 billion) in net income last year, up 79.3 percent from 2022, with earnings per share of NT$2.82, its strongest performance for ...
What a US-funded port on a Philippine island near Taiwan means for cross-strait tensions
The port in Batanes could facilitate rapid troop deployment and serve as a transit point for supplies and evacuated Filipinos in the event of a conflict.
Big week ahead for central banks
Investors might glean more on the Fed’s resolve to ease and how close Japan is to finally exiting negative interest rates as central banks set policy for almost half the global economy. This week ...
Unification of Taiwan not priority for many Chinese, one-third disapprove of war: Report
But, even though the people's focus remains underpinned on the economy and other crucial fronts, the Taiwan issue will remain the 'cornerstone' of the Chinese Communist Party's narrative.
Orchids and advanced chips: How Taiwan’s soft power is evolving
The self-ruled island wants to tell the world that it is more than just Minnan culture, bubble tea and pop songs. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Taiwanese man goes for leg amputation in scam to claim million-dollar payout
Investigators from Taipei District Prosecutors' Office found that Chang had ... Further investigations found that Liao was facing financial problems due to cryptocurrency losses. He duped Chang into ...
Taiwan warns Chinese ships to turn around immediately
Taiwan warned Chinese coastguard ships to “turn around immediately” after they entered restricted waters near its frontline islands for a second day in a row.
Taiwan war game exposes vulnerability of energy grid to a China attack
Table top exercise by experts finds even basic power supplies could be knocked out by Beijing blockade or missile attack ...
‘Cold play’: Taiwanese man goes for leg amputation in scam to claim million-dollar payout
He soaked his feet in dry ice for over 10 hours in order to feign frostbites severe enough to warrant a double amputation. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Taiwan To Launch Its Own Satellites Network, a Policy of an Independent Tech
In an age where global connectivity is as essential as electricity, Taiwan’s quest to establish its satellite network is a bold stride toward technological sovereignty and security. This initiative, ...