Taiwan lawmakers brawl during policy speech

Taiwan’s legislature on Tuesday descended into a rowdy brawl after opposition lawmakers interrupted an important policy address and rushed the podium. Opposition lawmakers pushed ... ( read original story ...)

Vacant homes and housing justice

On Sept. 15, the Ministry of the Interior released its report on “low electricity consumption houses” (that is, vacant homes) and new homes for sale in the second half of last year — an analysis based ... ( read original story ...)

Union protests outside Chunghwa Telecom

Chunghwa Telecom Co (中華電信) workers yesterday protested over chronic labor disputes, called for increased pay and expressed opposition to a restructuring plan. Workers yesterday protested in front of ... ( read original story ...)

Taipei eases COVID-19 restrictions on indoor dining

With the spread of coronavirus slowing, Taipei announced Monday that COVID-19 restrictions on indoor dining at restaurants will be eased, with people no longer having to be seated apart and divided by ... ( read original story ...)

Paraguay holds leather, shoe expo with Taipei aid

Paraguay last month held its first footwear and leather goods exposition as part of Taipei’s plans to help stimulate growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the diplomatic ally, the ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan parliament scuffles in COVID fight

Lawmakers from Taiwan's opposition Kuomintang (KMT) scuffled with members of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in parliament and stopped the premier from addressing the assembly in a ... ( read original story ...)