Jared Ravizza, 26, is due to be arraigned Tuesday in Plymouth District Court on charges including assault with intent to murder, and two counts of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon in connection with the stabbings, according to prosecutors.
Taiwan Passes Bill Curbing President’s Powers, Despite Protests
Taiwan lawmakers passed legislation that could curb the authority of newly inaugurated President Lai Ching-te as thousands of protesters gathered outside parliament to oppose the changes.The ...
Taiwan’s legislature passes controversial ‘pro-China’ measures, reducing president’s power
Taiwan's legislature, controlled by the opposition Nationalist Party, passed changes that increase the legislature's power over budgets, including defense spending.
Taiwan opposition strengthens parliament against presidency
The opposition Kuomintang (KMT) and the smaller Taiwan People’s party say Taiwan’s political system gives the president powers that are too far-reaching. But the ruling party, civic groups and ...
Despite Widespread Protests, Taiwan Passes Controversial Bill Curbing President Lai’s Power
There are concerns the legislative changes could let lawmakers derail Lai’s agenda, and lead to leaks of sensitive information.
Taiwan’s legislature passes changes seen as favoring China, reducing president’s power
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan’s opposition-controlled legislature passed changes on Tuesday that are seen as favoring China and diminishing the power of the island’s president. The changes pushed by ...
Beijing’s nearest security threat isn’t in Taipei – it’s in North Korea
Compared to the pragmatic tone from Taiwan’s new leader, North Korea’s Kim Jong-un presents a far more potent security threat for Beijing.
Taipei sees New Zealand in sync with other democracies, envoy says
SYDNEY -- Taiwan's chief representative in New Zealand told Nikkei Asia that New Zealand is leaning more toward like-minded countries in its stance on the Taiwan issue.
Why Lawmakers Are Brawling and People Are Protesting in Taiwan
Supporters of President Lai Ching-te are protesting legislative amendments introduced by the opposition that would limit his authority.
China preps Navy for Taiwan invasion – The Telegraph
Despite lack of landing ships in People’s Liberation Army (PLA) necessary for invasion, it can fill this gap with civilian vessels, dozens of giant ferries, each of which can carry hundreds of armored vehicles,
Thousands gather outside Taiwan’s legislature to oppose changes that would give it greater power
Thousands of people have gathered outside Taiwan’s legislature to oppose changes being pushed through by the opposition Nationalist Party and its allies that would give the body greater power.
U.S. Lawmakers Visit Taiwan and Vow Support in Face of Chinese Military Drills
A bipartisan delegation promised to stand by the island’s newly elected president, Lai Ching-te, after Beijing surrounded the self-governing island with naval vessels and aircraft.
Congressional delegation in Taiwan
A number of U.S. lawmakers have visited Taiwan to show their support of the country's new president. Texas Congressman Michael McCaul led the congressional delegation.
U.S. lawmakers vow support for Taiwan and its president after China’s military drills
A U.S. congressional delegation met the self-governing island's new leader on Monday, and expressed full commitment to supporting Taiwan militarily, diplomatically and economically.
Thousands Protest as Taiwan Lawmakers Push Contentious Law
Thousands of protesters are gathering in Taipei as opposition lawmakers try to push through controversial legislation giving them greater investigative powers and effectively curbing the authority of President Lai Ching-te.
Taiwan President Thanks Pilots Who Scrambled Against China Drills
Taiwan has been converting 141 of the Lockheed Martin Corp F-16A/B jets to the F-16V type, and has also ordered 66 of the craft with new avionics, weapons and radar systems to better face down the ...