China has lodged a strong opposition to first-ever security talks between the ruling parties of Japan and Taiwan and urged Tokyo to stop interfering in China's internal affairs. ( read original story ...)
Chinese Taipei clinches last Fiba Asia Cup ticket
CHINESE Taipei booked the last ticket to the 2021 Fiba Asia Cup, turning back Guam, 85-77, on Saturday at UOG Calvo Fieldhouse in Mangilao. Benson Lin fired 26 points on 3-of-6 shooting from deep as ... ( read original story ...)
US Navy, Coast Guard ships enter Taiwan Strait, irking China: reports
At least two U.S. military vessels entered the Taiwan Strait on Friday, in what Chinese officials described as a "provocative" move, according to reports. ( read original story ...)
China protests US Navy, Coast Guard ships in Taiwan Strait
China's defense ministry protested Saturday the passage of a U.S. Navy warship and Coast Guard cutter through the waters between China and Taiwan, a self-governing island claimed by China. ( read original story ...)
U.S. Navy destroyer USS Kidd moves through Taiwan Strait
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Kidd moved through the Taiwan Strait, the U.S. Navy's Japan-based 7th Fleet announced on Friday. ( read original story ...)
Online venture funding leading to disputes
Democratic Progressive Party Legislator Michelle Lin (林楚茵) yesterday urged the government to combat scams on crowdfunding platforms after a cookware project allegedly defrauded NT$3.5 million (US$125, ... ( read original story ...)
Police launch remote interpretation pilot project
The National Police Agency (NPA) has launched a pilot project for online language interpretation, aiming to help foreign residents report crimes and deal with judicial procedures, the agency said ... ( read original story ...)
312 delivery drivers injured, 1 killed during Taipei semi-lockdown
Taipei authorities unveiled Thursday that 312 delivery drivers were injured on the road in Taipei between June and July 2021. ( read original story ...)
U.S. Warship Transits Taiwan Strait After Chinese Assault Drills
A U.S. warship and a U.S. Coast Guard cutter sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Friday, the latest in what Washington calls routine operations through the sensitive waterway that separates Taiwan ... ( read original story ...)
WorldView: India reaches vaccine milestone; Taiwan to bolster military
More than half of India's eligible population has received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Also, Taiwan is boosting its military spending as it faces increased pressure from China, and ... ( read original story ...)
As China-Taiwan Tensions Rise, Japan Begins Preparing for Possible Conflict
China’s growing assertiveness toward Taiwan has triggering a public push by Japanese leaders to plan for a possible conflict, a shift that could lead to closer cooperation with the U.S. military. ( read original story ...)
World View: India, Taiwan, China
India efforts to avoid third wave with vaccination drive, Taiwan spends $1.4 billion to boost military, China gives actress $46 million ta", a CBSN video on CBSNews.com. View more CBSN videos and ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan plans to spend $1.4 billion on new fighter jets amid rising China military activity
Taiwan announced a modest pace in defense spending for next year on Thursday, but will spend $1.4 billion on new fighter jets, as the island bolsters its forces in the face of increased pressure from ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei Zoo breeds two critically endangered turtles
Taipei Zoo has bred endangered Roti Island snake-necked turtles for the first time, it said on Wednesday. The zoo said it bred two of the species, which is named for its long snake-like neck and the ... ( read original story ...)
Denser cities could be a climate boon, but NIMBYism stands in the way
In San Francisco’s Sunset District, rows and rows of pastel-colored, two-story homes flow from the edge of Golden Gate Park into the sand dunes of Ocean Beach. Many houses here have solar panels on ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan confirms two new local infections, tally at 15,947
The CECC reported two new domestic cases, six imported COVID-19 infections, and two deaths on Thursday, bringing the tally to 15,947. ( read original story ...)