A strong earthquake in Taiwan has killed at least two people and injured more than 100 others, officials say. The powerful 6.4-magnitude tremor struck at 23:50 (15:50 GMT) about 20km (12 miles) off the island's east coast. Rescuers are trying to free ... ( read original story ...)
People trapped as hotel caves in after Taiwan earthquake
Two people have died and dozens of others are trapped in buildings after a 6.4 magnitude earthquake shook a city on the east coast of the island. Taiwan's official Central News Agency says the ground floor of the Marshal Hotel, a building in the Hualien ... ( read original story ...)
Hotel collapses in Taiwan earthquake
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake has hit near Taiwan city of Hualien, trapping people under rubble and causing catastrophic damage to a hotel. A 6.4 magnitude earthquake has hit near Taiwan city of Hualien, trapping people under rubble and causing catastrophic ... ( read original story ...)
Deadly Earthquake Strikes Taiwan’s East Coast
Taipei, Taiwan (AP) -- A magnitude-6.4 earthquake struck Tuesday near the coast of Taiwan, killing two hotel employees and injuring 144 other people, officials said. The Central News Agency reported that the ground floor of the Marshal Hotel, a building in ... ( read original story ...)
At least two dead in magnitude 6.4 quake in Taiwan: Premier
TAIPEI (Reuters) - A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck near the coastal city of Hualien in Taiwan late on Tuesday, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said, killing at least two people and causing several buildings to collapse. The quake struck about 22 km (14 ... ( read original story ...)
Magnitude-6.4 earthquake strikes near Taiwan’s coast
A magnitude-6.4 earthquake struck Tuesday near the coast of Taiwan, and people may be trapped inside a building. The U.S. Geological Survey says the quake struck late Tuesday about 21 kilometers (13 miles) northeast of Hualien, on the island’s east coast. ( read original story ...)
Deadly magnitude-6.4 earthquake strikes near Taiwan’s east coast
TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Officials say a magnitude-6.4 earthquake that struck near the coast of Taiwan has killed two hotel employees and injured 144 other people. The Central News Agency reported that the ground floor of the Marshal Hotel, a building in Hualien ... ( read original story ...)
Dozens trapped as hotel collapses after Taiwan earthquake
A hotel in Taiwan has collapsed after a 6.4 magnitude earthquake shook a city on the east coast of the island. Taiwan's official Central News Agency reported the ground floor of the Marshal Hotel, a building in Hualien district, had caved in and people ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan brushes off concern about stranded citizens amid China route row
TAIPEI (Reuters) - There are still seats left for Taiwanese people to return home from China over the upcoming Lunar New Year, Taiwan said on Tuesday, brushing off concern a dispute over air routes could leave thousands stranded. The dispute has become ... ( read original story ...)
Better and Bigger Collaborations – Taipei Game Show CEO’s wish for the 2019 Show
On the 2nd day of the Taipei Game Show 2018 we had the privilege of having to sit down and talk to Mr. Jesse Wu, Chief Executive Officer of the Taipei Game Show Committee. This is the guy responsible for making this mega event in Asia possible – and one ... ( read original story ...
Pentagon mistakenly labels Taiwan as part of China in nuclear report
Washington (CNN)The US Defense Department was forced to correct several mistakes in its Nuclear Posture Review after an initial version of the report released last week labeled Taiwan as part of China and included the disputed Kuril islands in a chart ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan calls on its firms not to break North Korea sanctions
TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan on Monday called on its companies not to carry out any trade with North Korea in violation of U.N. sanctions and said it was keeping a close watch, after a report found a network of ships supplying petroleum products based in Taiwan. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s Legend-Lin sets world to rites
Lin Lee-chen, doyenne of Taiwan choreographers, had already retired from the stage a quarter century ago at the height of her fame. But, within the past decade, now well in her 60’s, she has “felt compelled to return” to forestall the “decline of ... ( read original story ...)
5 things we know about the US$1 billion Taipei Sky Tower
The TST is estimated to cost more than US$1 billion in total development cost, which, going by transaction size, makes it one of the largest projects in Asia in recent years. Top 10 foodie spots revealed – and the winner is surprising 2. It’s tall TST ... ( read original story ...)
Strong earthquake strikes off Taiwan’s coast
TAIPEI, Taiwan -- A strong and shallow earthquake struck off Taiwan's east coast on Sunday night, but there were no immediate reports of any injuries or damage. The U.S. Geological Survey said the magnitude-6.1 quake's epicenter was 14 kilometres (9 miles ... ( read original story ...)
Babos Beats Kozlova to Win Taiwan Open
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Fourth-seeded Timea Babos defeated Kateryna Kozlova 7-5, 6-1 on Sunday to win the Taiwan Open. After a tight first set, Babos took control with a hard-hitting display to claim her third WTA singles trophy of her career. After dropping ... ( read original story ...)