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Taiwan goes full Nordic with massive Moomin celebration
Taichung Mayor Shiow-Yen Lu announces a collaboration with The Moomins for the 2026 Central Taiwan Lantern Festival. Starting Feb. 15, the event will feature Moomin-themed displays and Nordic lights in Taichung Central Park.
2026/01/06 14:08
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Czech envoy stars in Taichung shopping festival promo video
Czech Representative David Steinke stars in a Taichung Shopping Festival promotional video, highlighting cultural ties with Taiwan. The festival runs until Dec. 25.
2025/12/11 13:00
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German official meets Taichung mayor to boost cooperation
Taichung City and the German Institute Taipei discuss economic, educational, and cultural collaborations. Mayor Lu highlights shared values and invites future partnerships.
2025/11/26 21:00
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Taiwan launches new long-term care facility in Taichung
Fengyuan Hospital in Taichung City opened a new long-term care facility, with Premier Cho Jung-tai announcing plans for Long-term Care 3.0, set to start in 2026.
2025/11/24 15:51
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Typhoon holiday triggers karaoke booking surge in Taichung
Taichung City suspends work and classes due to Tropical Storm Fung-wong, leading to a surge in leisure activities. Residents flock to karaoke parlors and night markets.
2025/11/12 16:00
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Taichung jazz fest draws global talent, cultural vibrancy
Taichung hosts the 21st Jazz Festival from Oct. 17-26, featuring top musicians from 15 countries. Enjoy concerts, culinary delights, and cultural events.
2025/10/25 11:00
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Taichung development faces environmental group opposition
Environmental groups protested in Taichung, urging the government to reject the Chi-Hsin Industrial Park project. Concerns include environmental risks and regulatory violations.
2025/08/18 18:00
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Taiwan city debunks fake NT$40K payout claim online
Taichung City debunks a viral image claiming a NT$40,000 payout to residents. Officials confirm no such payment exists and urge citizens to verify information.
2025/07/28 14:00
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Taiwan city plans 30,000-seat dome to boost baseball status
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen announced the Taichung Dome will be built in Shuinan Economic and Trade Park. The venue will host sports and concerts, seating 30,000.
2025/05/29 06:00
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Taichung MRT Blue Line project hits major milestone
Taichung’s MRT Blue Line project advances with a key contract signing, uniting Taiwan, Singapore, France, and South Korea. Mayors Lu and Chiang lead the event.
2025/05/14 17:00
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Taiwan opposition mobilizes bus fleet for major protest
The Kuomintang’s Taichung branch plans to send 65 tour buses to a protest in Taipei against alleged fraudulent petition signatures. Mayor Lu Shiow-yen will join.
2025/04/23 21:00
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Taichung fines five malls for safety violations
Taichung City will fine five shopping centers for regulatory violations after a gas explosion at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi killed four. Inspections revealed safety issues.
2025/02/17 23:00
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Taichung mall faces NT$1.2M fines after gas explosion
A gas explosion at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi in Taichung led to its indefinite closure. The city plans fines totaling NT$1.2million. An investigation is underway.
2025/02/14 10:59
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Welding sparks blamed for deadly Taichung warehouse blaze
A fire at a Taichung warehouse on Dec. 19 led to nine deaths and seven injuries. Authorities cite welding sparks as the cause. Investigations continue.
2024/12/20 12:14
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Mayor Lu invites fans to cheer for Taiwan with sun cakes
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-Yen will distribute 2,000 sun cakes on Nov. 23 to rally support for Taiwan’s baseball team against Japan. Join the live broadcast event.
2024/11/22 12:09
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Taichung official suspended amid harassment claims
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen suspends a city official amid sexual harassment allegations. An investigation is underway, with a commitment to gender equality.
2024/11/05 12:21
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Taichung police cite 22 for breaching typhoon safety rules
Typhoon Kong-rey hit Taiwan, causing power outages and damage in Taichung. Authorities cited 22 hikers for ignoring trail closures. Residents are urged to stay safe.
2024/10/31 18:02
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Premier urges guidelines after military bus film incident
Premier Cho Jung-tai calls for guidelines after a Taichung tour bus played a Chinese military film. The Civil Affairs Bureau plans to enforce contracts and improve driver training.
2024/10/08 22:00
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Taichung closes Gaomei Wetland camping area for typhoon
Taichung City Government closes Gaomei Wetland camping area for five days due to Typhoon Krathon. Sandbags distributed, and pumping stations ready. Reassessment on Oct. 4.
2024/09/30 14:20
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Taichung revokes Geya Bus Route 300 rights for three months
Taichung City will revoke Geya Bus’s Route 300 rights for three months after a fatal accident involving two Tunghai University students. New operators will take over.
2024/09/27 16:45
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Taichung Metro to compensate family of deceased deputy chief
Discover the story of a Taichung Metro deputy station chief’s tragic death and the ensuing debate over staffing and safety measures. Critics call for a review of the metro’s staffing policies after the incident.
2024/09/23 11:57
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Taichung mayor takes unexpected 11-day leave
Discover why Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen is on an 11-day leave, as Deputy Mayor Huang Kuo-jung steps in. Reports hint at a family event in the U.S., but the city remains tight-lipped on specifics.
2024/09/10 16:39
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Taichung mayor cuts US trip short as Typhoon Gaemi nears
Discover how Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen cut her U.S. trip short to return to Taiwan ahead of Typhoon Gaemi, prioritizing residents’ safety and issuing a work and class suspension.
2024/07/24 10:13
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TSMC and others to hire at Taichung’s recruitment events
Discover job opportunities in Taichung! 120 firms, including TSMC and N-Partner Technology, offer 8,000 job vacancies. Details on job fairs, salaries, and more available at Taichung City Employment Services Office.
2024/03/11 13:26
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Taiwan clears domestic pork of Cimbuterol contamination
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan has announced that no detection of Cimbuterol, a feed additive used to promote leanness in animals, has been found in domestically-produced pork. This preliminary result dismisses concerns about the domestic pork supply being tainted with the substance. In the past, Taiwan Sugar Corporation’s pork slices were found to contain Cimbuterol, causing public concern. The Ministry of Agriculture has inspected 633 pre-market samples, and the Ministry of Health and Welfare has tested 73 post-market samples, with only one sample in Taichung city detecting Cimbuterol. The Health Ministry will strengthen random inspections for ractopamine in pork products and increase the number of annual inspections. The government will also enhance scrutiny of Cimbuterol imports and establish an expert group to assess the risk source at each link. The administration remains committed to ensuring the sanitary safety of pork products and monitoring related residues in various channels. Relevant authorities are dedicated to meeting Taiwan’s veterinary drug residue limits in foods.
2024/02/15 14:41