Taipei is one of the most gay-friendly cities in Asia. But it wasn't always this way. There was a time when LGBT people had to seek temporary escape in 228 Memorial Park as well as hidden gay bars and karaokes. Funky Club, a gay disco dance club, was ... ( read original story ...)
ITRI to invite foreign IoT startups to partner with Taiwan makers
Taiwan's government-backed Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) is carrying out a special project to invite selected international youth startups engaged in IoT to visit Taiwan to better learn the country's supply chains and locate optimal ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan braces for its first typhoon of the year
Taiwan suspended trains and closed schools on Saturday as it braced for its first typhoon of the year. Typhoon Nesat -- which strengthened into a moderate storm Friday -- is already bringing crashing waves and strong winds to the east coast, where it is ... ( read original story ...)
Scenic spots in eastern Taiwan closed due to Typhoon Nesat
Taipei, July 29 (CNA) Various scenic spots in the coastal and riverside areas of eastern Taiwan are closed or restricted to visitors on Saturday due to Typhoon Nesat, the East Coast National Scenic Area Administration under the Tourism Bureau has announced. ( read original story ...)
Brawls in Taiwan’s legislature: A blemish, yes, but hardly a way of life
Anyone who follows domestic politics in Taiwan will have seen in recent days a series of brawls pitting opposition Kuomintang lawmakers against those from the majority Democratic Progressive Party. Faces have been slapped; necks choked; water sprayed; and ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan eyes Vietnamese healthcare sector
Taiwan is increasing its focus on the Vietnamese healthcare sector with a view to promoting quality healthcare services and smart healthcare solutions in the country. Representatives of the Taiwanese healthcare sector visited Taiwan Expo 2017 to promote ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan to brace rain as Nesat moves closer
Taipei, July 29 (CNA) Taiwan is expected to brace rainfall on Saturday as Typhoon Nesat is moving closer to the island, according to the Central Weather Bureau (CWB). Nesat has intensified its strength to upgrade itself into a typhoon from a tropical store ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese social media users fume over Indian magazine’s omission of Tibet and Taiwan from ‘map’
Chinese social media users were angered by an Indian magazine cover showing a map of China without Tibet or Taiwan, heightening the tension between the regional powers amid a protracted border dispute. The revised map of China on the cover of the July 31 ... ( read original story ...)
Tesla Meets Taiwan – Video
Tesla released video from one of its latest markets – Taiwan, where Model S and Model X sales began earlier this year after years of waiting. “Taiwan embraces a new era of driving for a cleaner tomorrow and generations to come.” The island currently ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan launches new products at Outdoor Retailer show
The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) hosted the Taiwan new Products Launch at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market in Salt Lake City. New products launched included cutting-edge fabric printing technology, smart textiles measuring heart ... ( read original story ...)
CTBC Financial Holding Co. earns 4 ISO certificates for green practices
Pu said that CTBC Financial Holding was the first in Taiwan's finance industry to publish a dedicated corporate social responsibility (CSR) report with third-party accreditation. Over the years, the group has expanded the scope of its energy management ... ( read original story ...)
8 Lavish 5-Star Hotels In Taipei You Can Stay At For Under $200 A Night
Situated right in the centre of Taipei’s business district, Imperial is the choice for both business and leisure travellers. Price per night: From USD$96.55*/room 600 Lin Shen N. Road, Zhongshan District Spacious rooms can be found at Miramar Garden ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan posts solid Q2 GDP growth ahead of tech peak season
"Headline numbers of exports and export orders are in USD terms. And the Taiwan dollar appreciated a lot this year. If we exclude exchange rate effects, growth of exports and orders is less impressive in the second quarter," Claire Huang, a Greater China ... ( read original story ...)
Today’s the last day of US-Taiwan trade talks, and it’s not looking like American pork is getting an entry permit
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan and U.S. trade representatives are meeting in Taipei today for the third and final day of trade talks, and the likelihood of an agreement to let in controversial American pork seems low. The Council of Agriculture said after ... ( read original story ...)
Toronto man accused of spying for China and Taiwan
A Toronto man has been accused of spying for both Taiwan and China by Ottawa, which is trying to strip him of his permanent residency in Canada. Yang Wang, 39, came to Canada from China as an international student in 1998, first at Seneca College and later ... ( read original story ...)
Elderly Taiwan Women Reinvent Local Rush Weaving Industry
For a long time, the products of rush weaving have been reputed for their flexibility, natural sweet smell, smooth feeling and inherent property to dispel mosquitoes ... Moreover, the Taiwan Yuan-Li Handiwork Association has often invited fashion designers ... ( read original story ...)