A documentary series released by Chinese state media has imagined what an invasion of Taiwan by China might look like. The 20-minute sixth episode of Quenching, aired by China Central Television, features a nationalistic display of military power ...
S’porean survivor of 2015 Taipei water park fire inspired by her doctors to pursue medical career
Singaporean Megan Loy's life changed forever when she was caught in a devastating fire at the Formosa Fun Coast water park in Taipei, Taiwan. Read more at stomp.straitstimes.com
Parrot reunited with owner in New Taipei
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — An animal shelter operated by the New Taipei City Government issued a press release on Monday (Sept. 16) saying it responded to a citizen’s request in Zhonghe to assist with the return of a green parrot that had flown into their home.
China says it tailed a US spy plane through the sensitive Taiwan Strait
Chinese warplanes tailed a U.S. military aircraft through the sensitive Taiwan Strait on Tuesday, China’s military said.
US says navy aeroplane transits Taiwan Strait
A U.S. Navy aircraft flew through the Taiwan Strait on Tuesday in what the U.S. called a show of commitment to free and open international airspace, prompting China to scramble fighters over a ...
Taiwan Acting Superstar Shu Qi Wraps Directorial Debut ‘Girl’
Taiwan -born actor Shu Qi has completed production of her feature film directing debut, “Girl.” While plot and cast details of the new film remain under wraps, “Girl” is Shu Qi’s original story that ...
US sent ‘unserviceable’ and expired military equipment to Taiwan in water-damaged pallets
Such deliveries risk loss of confidence, US probe warns Pentagon, as Taipei says it is jointly addressing the issue with US authorities Mouldy armour and expired ammunition were among "unserviceable" US military equipment delivered to Taiwan recently,
Core Pacific City’s Chen Yu-kun questioned
Taipei prosecutors yesterday questioned Core Pacific City (京華城) board chairman Chen Yu-kun (陳玉坤) about alleged bribes and kickbacks to Taipei City Government officials.
Taipei Honors Artisans and Performers for Preserving Cultural Heritage – TaiwanPlus News
The city of Taipei has held a ceremony to recognize craftspeople and performers preserving the country's traditional arts, such as guqin making and Taiwanese opera.
Taiwan regulator rejects CTBC takeover attempt of Shin Kong
Taiwan's financial regulator rejected on Monday a takeover attempt by financial conglomerate CTBC of rival Shin Kong saying its plans were incomplete. CTBC made an unexpected bid for Shin Kong last ...
Taiwan set to hold rates steady on inflation worries: Reuters poll
Taiwan's central bank is expected to keep its policy interest rate unchanged this week and to stay the course until late next year as it deals with lingering inflation concerns, according to economists in a Reuters poll.
DeepL translation targets Taiwan as next key Asian market
INCHEON, South Korea -- AI-powered translation platform DeepL is looking to Taiwan as its next promising Asian market, after Japan and South Korea, the company's CEO told Nikkei Asia.
Explore places to dine and drink in Da’an, Taipei’s Michelin incubator
Here are some of our top recommendations of the best restaurants, bars and hotels to visit in the Michelin incubator that's Da’an, Taipei.
Kafka honored in ‘modern way’ in Taipei exhibition
A Taipei exhibition in commemoration of renowned German-language novelist Franz Kafka allows visitors to explore Kafka’s works “in a modern way,” Czech Centre Taipei Director Marketa Zahumenska said ...
US sends ‘unserviceable’ military arms to Taiwan
The United States sent faulty military items to Taiwan including mouldy armour and expired ammunition. Most military equipment that suffered water damage was delivered from November 2023 through March 2024. They remained at the aerial port of embarkation for more than three months pending air transport to Taiwan.
“We sent all our weapons to Ukraine”: JD Vance says as US aid to Kyiv compromised Taiwan’s defence
Republican Vice-Presidential candidate and Ohio Senator JD Vance said that the diversion of United States military aid to Ukraine has left it incapable of helping Taiwan repel a Chinese invasion, citing “we sent all our weapons to Ukraine.