This led to a flare of criticism from disappointed fans who frowned upon the intrusion into Shuhua’s personal life. Some even drew parallels to this incident with the intrusive behaviors of sasaeng ...
Inside Taiwan’s China crisis that could start World War Three
China sees invading Taiwan as its destiny. Could this be the year Xi Jinping unleashes geopolitical catastrophe? Josh Glancy visits a high-tech nation on red alert ...
Rare exchange between China and Taiwan DPP official at virtual forum a ‘small step forward’
The exchange is said to be the first between a DPP official and Chinese scholars, under President Tsai's administration. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Taiwan’s forgotten disco era and the singers who made it big with covers of Abba, New Order and David Bowie
The song celebrated its 40th anniversary last year, but within months of its March 1983 release, an unauthorised Mandarin version was put out in Taiwan by singer Frankie Kao under the title “Love is ...
Why Japan can’t escape US-China hostility over Taiwan
For Yoshitaka Nakayama, the mayor of the tiny Japanese island of Ishigaki, the threat of a hostile China hits very close to home. This tropical tourist destination of 50,000 ...
Xiamen, the Chinese city trying to attract Taiwan
The coastal hub is being showcased by Beijing, in an attempt to attract Taiwanese residents and companies. The goal is to increase cooperation with the democratically self-governed island ...
Still Going to Japan? Taiwan’s 5 Best Hot Springs Near Taipei
Beitou Sulfur Hot Springs, Taiwan It takes about 35 minutes by MRT from Taipei Main Station to Xinbeitou Station, making it a popular destination for travelers to visit hot springs near Taipei.There ...
Opposing ‘Taiwan independence’ prevailing public sentiment in Taiwan: vice chairman of Central Committee of Taiwan Democratic Self-Government League
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) cannot represent Taiwan, nor can it represent all Taiwan compatriots. The prevailing public sentiment in Taiwan has been opposed to “Taiwan independence,” ...
‘Sky baby’: China social media hails pilot who made mid-air dash from cockpit to help deliver baby in plane toilet on Taipei-Bangkok flight
Cabin crew find passenger in labour in aircraft toilet, alert flight deck 18-year veteran flyer leaves co-pilot at controls, rushes to help with delivery A commercial pilot has been hailed as a hero ...
US Army Soldier Sold Taiwan Response Plans to China: DOJ
A U.S. soldier has been arrested at Fort Campbell for allegedly accepting bribes and sending sensitive military information to a China-based co-conspirator, including reports on the potential defense ...
Taiwan urges China not to alter situation around waters near frontline islands
Taiwan's top China policy-making body urged China on Friday not to change the "status quo" around waters near Taiwan's frontline islands by sending coast guard boats into restricted areas, saying ...
Chiba ousts New Taipei to face Seoul SK in EASL final
LAPU-LAPU CITY—Yuki Togashi led a stirring finish as the Chiba Jets outlasted the New Taipei Kings, 92-84, Friday night to arrange a showdown with the Seoul SK Knights for the championship of the East ...
Chiba repels Jeremy Lin-less New Taipei, forges EASL finals vs Seoul SK
Undefeated Chiba Jets took flight in the clutch to hold off the New Taipei Kings, 92-84, and arrange a championship showdown with Seoul SK Knights in the East Asia Super League (EASL) Final Four ...
Taipei City mayor & great-grandson of Chiang Kai Shek says he may invite Taylor Swift to perform
Taipei City mayor Chiang Wan An said he is considering inviting U.S. pop megastar Taylor Swift to perform at the Taipei Dome, Taiwan News reported. During a meeting of the Chinese National Association ...
Taiwan urges China not to change ‘status quo’ around waters near Kinmen islands
Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council on Friday urged China not to change the "status quo" around waters near Taiwan-controlled Kinmen islands by sending coast guard boats into restricted areas. "The ...
Old trails over New Taipei City
There are remnants of the “highway” that was lining the route, moss-covered ruins of buildings and walls from earlier times, including Xuyan Bridge, where we stop to rest. This lovely stone overpass ...