By Yimou Lee and Ann Wang TAIPEI, Oct 4 (Reuters) - Around 100 members of Taipei's LGBTQ+ community protested on Sunday after police raided a gay bar the day before and detained its customers, a ...
Taipei police raid gay bar, detain 51; 100 protest outside police station
Around 100 members of Taipei’s LGBTQ+ community protested on Sunday after police raided a gay bar the previous day and detained 51 people, an unusual move in Taiwan, which has long projected a liberal ...
Gay bar raid tests Taipei’s queer-friendly image ahead of Pride event
TAIPEI – Around 100 members of Taipei’s LGBTQ+ community protested on Oct 4 after police raided a gay bar the day before and detained its customers, a highly unusual move given Taiwan prides itself on ...
Taiwan reckons with the prospect of fending for itself as Trump pivots on China
Just one week after Trump rolled out the red carpet for his Chinese counterpart at a White House summit, Xi Jinping restated his support for “the great cause of national reunification.” ...
Travelers try Peking duck at Taipei’s bustling night market
Travelers explore a lively Taipei night market in search of memorable local food. Their visit leads to a Peking duck meal, where they sample the crisp skin, tender meat, and traditional accompaniments ...
Smoking to be banned in Taipei’s Xinyi Shopping District from 1 Nov, with fines of up to S$400
Smoking will be banned in Taipei’s Xinyi Shopping District near MRT Taipei City Hall Station from 1 Nov, with fines of up to about S$400.
Taiwan’s first two US-made F-16V jets finally arrive after mysterious six-week Hawaii pause
Taiwan has finally received the first of two new F-16 Block 70 "Viper" airframes after first being ordered bck in 2019.
Going to BE:FIRST World Showcase in Taipei Alone | Preparing for a Taiwan Trip with Anxiety
FIRST WORLD SHOWCASE 2026 'WATCH ME'" held in Taipei.I wanted to go to last year's world tour as well, but the friend I always go to concerts with seems to be afraid of flying, and for some reason, I ...
Taiwan Coast Guard Hammers Chinese Fishing Boat with Water Cannon (Video)
Video shows a powerful stream hammering the vessel’s wheelhouse during a confrontation near the Dongsha Islands.
Things to Know Before Renting a Car in Taiwan | A Complete Guide to Driving in Taiwan for Japanese Travelers
When traveling in Taiwan, the MRT and taxis are convenient in Taipei, but if you are going to Taichung, Nantou, Hualien, Taitung, Kenting, or other areas, renting a car will significantly expand your ...
The Day Taiwanese People Actually Changed Their Names to “Salmon”—The “Salmon Chaos” That Rocked Taiwan
In Japan, I think many people know the conveyor belt sushi chain "Sushiro".Of course, there is also Sushiro in Taiwan.And in 2021, a campaign launched by Sushiro Taiwan triggered a somewhat ...
First-time visitors explore Taipei’s bustling Ximending district
First-time visitors explore Taipei, Taiwan, beginning in the busy Ximending shopping district. They take in the crowds, bright streets, local shops, and street food that shape the area’s fast-paced ...
Taiwan receives 2 long-delayed US F-16Vs and awaits additional fighter jets
Taiwan on Friday received the first two of 65 F-16V fighter jets ordered from the U.S., the island's air force said, following years of delays.The two F-16V Block 70 jets landed at Chihhang Air Base ...
Taiwan’s First Two F-16V Fighter Jets Arrive to Bolster Defences Against China
The first two of a batch of 66 new F-16V Block 70 fighter jets ordered in 2019 arrived in Taiwan on Friday after months of delays, helping to strengthen an air force that has to scramble almost ...
Taiwan’s Brand New F-16 Vipers Land at Taitung AFB. Analyst Says Its Radar Could Detect China’s J-20 Stealth Jet
Taiwan has received its first F-16V (Viper) fighter jets from the US amid serious tensions with China, which calls the island a ‘renegade province’. The Vipers are part of an $8 billion deal for 66 ...
Taiwan Gets Two Advanced US Fighter Jets After Years of Delays
Taiwan received two new US-made fighter jets that will be among the most advanced in its arsenal, taking delivery after years of delays amid growing military pressure from China.