Bystander who tried to tackle Taipei knife attacker and died from wounds is hailed as hero - Taiwanese police rule out terrorism after smoke grenade and knife attack
4 People Dead, 9 Injured After Mass Stabbing Attack and Smoke Bombing at Train Station
At least four people are dead after a 27-year-old suspect set off smoke bombs before stabbing others at random in Taipei, Taiwan, on Friday, Dec. 19. The suspect allegedly fell to his death while running from police.
Samsung launches triple-fold smartphone in Taiwan at NT$89,900
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Samsung on Friday introduced its first triple-fold flagship smartphone in Taiwan, with a suggested retail price of NT$89,900 (US$2,851).
China complains about Japanese official visiting Taiwan as Taipei pushed for cooperation
China has lodged a diplomatic complaint with Japan regarding the visit by a high-ranking official of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) to Taiwan, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Monday,
Taiwan mourns victims of Taipei stabbings
Many people in Taiwan are visiting the sites of Friday's deadly stabbing spree in central Taipei to leave flowers and offer prayers for the victims.
Taiwan to ease carbon fees for heavy industry over competitiveness fears
The government proposed allowing steel, cement and other export-exposed sectors to cut chargeable emissions by up to 80 per cent as carbon pricing begins in 2026. Experts warned this could ...
Samsung tri-fold smartphone sells out in Taiwan on launch
Samsung Electronics launched its first tri-fold smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, in Taiwan on December 18, selling out the entire initial shipment on launch day.
Taiwan’s telecoms gear up for AI-powered mobile networks as data demand rises
Taiwan Mobile has teamed up with South Korea’s SK Telecom to introduce AI-RAN as a foundation for next-generation smart networks. The company will leverage its 4G and 5G infrastructure alongside Nokia ...
Taipei knife attack: 57-year-old who tried to stop attacker died from wound that pierced heart
Victims of the attack have been urged to get tested after one of them was found to be HIV-positive. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Taiwan police rule out ‘terrorism’ in metro stabbing as security stepped up islandwide ahead of holidays
It comes as authorities ramped up security measures for major holiday events, including the Taipei Marathon and year-end festive celebrations.
Taipei police rule out terrorist intent in knife attacks at metro stations
Police say the random smoke grenade and stabbing attacks at two separate metro stations show no sign of a terrorist motive. The Taipei Metro and Taipei City government are offering over US$160,000 in ...
Taipei knife attack: Police say suspect appeared to have acted alone; timeline points to advance planning
The smoke bomb and knife attacks at Taipei Main Station and Zhongshan Station killed three victims and injured 11.
Taiwan attacker planned assault that killed 3 and injured 11, authorities say
Taiwanese authorities says the man who killed three people and injured 11 others in knife and smoke-grenade attacks in Taipei had planned the assaults and set fires at other locations earlier in the ...
Taipei attacker acted alone, police say after four die
The man suspected of carrying out an attack in Taiwan with a smoke grenade and knife acted alone, police said on Saturday of the incident that killed four, including the attacker. Chang Wen, 27, from the northern city of Taoyuan,
Lai visits Taipei Metro attack victims, praises their bravery
President Lai Ching-te has visited people injured in Friday's Taipei Metro attack and their families in hospitals throughout Taipei. He praised the bravery of those who stood up to the assailant.
Intel vs. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing: Which stock will outperform in 2026?
When it comes to chip manufacturing, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE: TSM) is the undisputed foundry leader, while Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) is trying to make inroads. However, in 2025, it was ...