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Taiwan’s culinary map grows with Michelin Guide expansion
The Taiwan Michelin Guide expands to include New Taipei City, Hsinchu County, and Hsinchu City, aiming to explore local flavors and boost Taiwan’s culinary scene.
2025/05/07 13:00
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Taiwan capital loses 20,000 residents amid housing crisis
High housing prices in Taipei are driving over 20,000 residents to relocate, with Taoyuan City seeing a net inflow of 8,065 people. Experts cite affordable housing and improved transit as key factors.
2025/04/25 07:00
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Cold air mass brings temperatures below 10°C to Taiwan
Taiwan braces for a cold snap as a continental air mass lowers temperatures, with New Taipei City and Hsinchu County possibly dipping below 10°C. Expect stable weather for the Qingming holiday, but prepare for rain and thunderstorms from April 8.
2025/04/02 12:00
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Peggy Chen demands justice as Ko returns to detention
Peggy Chen, wife of former TPP Chairman Ko Wen-je, demanded justice as Ko was escorted back to detention from his father’s funeral. Supporters rallied, condemning judicial actions.
2025/03/10 11:48
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Ko’s family declines Presidential Office funeral presence
Former Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Ko Wen-je’s family declined a Presidential Office representative at his father’s funeral, urging focus on national matters.
2025/03/10 10:00
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Former TPP chairman attends father’s funeral in Hsinchu City
Ko Wen-je attended his father’s funeral in Hsinchu, with 1,200 attendees, including former Presidents Tsai and Chen. Notable figures paid respects, and order was maintained.
2025/03/10 09:41
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Taiwan CEC approves recall proposals for 19 KMT legislators
Taiwan’s Central Election Commission approved initial recall proposals for 19 KMT legislators and Hsinchu City’s suspended mayor. The recall process involves three stages: proposal, endorsement, and voting.
2025/02/27 16:00
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TPP members pay respects to Ko Wen-je’s late father
Legislator Huang Shan-shan says Ko Wen-je may visit his father’s memorial after applying. The family plans a farewell ceremony for March 10 in Hsinchu City.
2025/02/19 16:04
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Hsinchu Lantern Festival brightens city until Feb. 16
Experience the 2025 Hsinchu Lantern Festival until Feb. 16, featuring the "Colorful Snake" lantern and creative light displays. Enjoy concerts, markets, and workshops.
2025/02/03 16:21
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Recall campaign against Hsinchu mayor gains traction
The campaign to recall Hsinchu City Mayor Ann Kao gains traction with 1,867 signatures collected. Organizers push for more support amid corruption allegations.
2024/12/18 11:23
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Arson case sparks debate over capital punishment in Taiwan
The Taiwan High Court commuted Chen Yen-hsiang’s death sentence to life imprisonment for the 2022 Hsinchu arson, sparking debate over Taiwan’s death penalty.
2024/12/11 15:52
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Indonesian caregiver and newborn to be repatriated
Hsinchu City confirmed an Indonesian caregiver and her newborn are under the care of the Islamic Association of Taiwan and will be repatriated. The caregiver gave birth unexpectedly while working.
2024/10/09 10:58
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Kaohsiung’s Chen Chi-mai tops major city mayors: survey
CommonWealth Magazine’s 2024 survey ranks Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi as the most improved leader. Agricultural counties dominate top spots. Economic and environmental issues are key.
2024/09/30 22:00
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Premier vows to boost firefighter safety after Hsinchu fire
Discover the details of a tragic incident in Hsinchu City where two firefighters lost their lives, prompting Premier Cho Jung-tai to vow for enhanced safety measures for emergency responders.
2024/05/27 14:39
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Two Hsinchu firefighters die in late-night blaze rescue
Discover the details of the tragic incident in Hsinchu City where two firefighters lost their lives during a rescue operation, sparking a conversation on firefighter safety.
2024/05/27 13:25
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Hsinchu expands fertility support with free AMH testing
Discover how Hsinchu City is leading Taiwan in women’s health with a free AMH ovarian function testing event on May 18, aimed at supporting fertility planning and awareness.
2024/05/13 14:29
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Taiwan’s capital sees school disruptions following quake
Following a 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Taiwan, schools in Taipei and other counties suspended classes, with over 200 schools reporting damage. Students were evacuated safely, thanks in part to recent drill preparations.
2024/04/03 16:15
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Hsinchu City hosts fire safety event for kindergarteners
The Hsinchu City Government hosts a fire safety experience event for kindergarteners, featuring hands-on activities and interactive demonstrations to instill disaster prevention education in children through engaging activities. The event aims to teach disaster response skills and cultivate a correct concept of disaster prevention, emphasizing the importance of public safety from an early age.
2024/03/25 17:46
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University of Michigan mourns the loss of Chen Chun-han
The farewell ceremony for human rights lawyer and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislative candidate Chen Chun-han was held in Hsinchu City. Dean Kyle Logue of the University of Michigan Law School paid tribute to Chen’s dedication to human rights issues and his impact on the university community. Prof. Lin Chih-chieh of National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University shared Logue’s eulogy, highlighting Chen’s passion for research and commitment to improving the rights of the disabled in Taiwan. The ceremony celebrated Chen’s academic achievements and his warm personality, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew him.
2024/02/27 13:50
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Huang Kuo-chang backs Huang Shan-shan for Taipei mayor race
Legislator Huang Kuo-chang reveals his considerations for Taipei mayor in an exclusive radio interview, hinting at potential mayoral roles in New Taipei City, Taoyuan, or Hsinchu. Party chairman Ko Wen-je’s plans for the 2026 local elections and Huang’s "responsible district" in New Taipei City are also discussed.
2024/02/26 14:15
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Taiwan braces for persistent cold wave through Feb 28
Stay updated on the cold surge advisory affecting New Taipei City, Keelung City, Taoyuan City, and Hsinchu County in Taiwan. Meteorologist Lin Te-en forecasts the cold wave to persist until Feb. 28, with temperatures possibly remaining around or below 10 degrees Celsius.
2024/02/26 11:23
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Dine on a new career: Din Tai Fung offers high-paying jobs
Renowned restaurant Din Tai Fung and the Taipei City Government are partnering for a massive recruitment event, offering 150 vacancies with salaries up to NT$57,000. The job fair will take place on Feb. 24 at the Taipei Youth Salon. Over 90% of the positions are open to applicants without prior work experience, as part of Din Tai Fung’s efforts to invest in talent recruitment, salary welfare, and training. The available positions include catering service specialists, cashiers, restaurant tidying staff, pastry apprentices, chefs, dish quality inspectors, dishwashers, and in-store timing staff. Part-time workers can earn up to NT$240 an hour on weekends. Salaries start at NT$48,000 for waitstaff, with the potential to reach NT$55,000 after assessments. Chefs have the opportunity to make up to NT$57,000. The average monthly salary from previous recruitment drives with Din Tai Fung is NT$40,000, and many companies have increased salaries due to labor shortages caused by the pandemic. The catering industry has seen a rising salary trend, with Din Tai Fung increasing salaries by 3% to 6% in 2023, totaling a 16% increase over three years. This recruitment drive is open to talents in Taipei, New Taipei, Hsinchu, Taichung, and Kaohsiung.
2024/02/15 13:51
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Taipei taxi fares rise for Lunar New Year celebrations
During the Lunar New Year holiday from Feb. 5 to Feb. 14, taxi fares in Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung City will increase by an additional NT$30 per ride. Stickers with clear notices about the fare changes will be placed on the back of co-driver’s seats to inform passengers. Cab drivers are prohibited from refusing passengers or taking longer routes, and passengers have the right to inquire about the chosen route. The Taipei City Government Police Department has a hotline for reporting issues at (02) 2311-6409, or residents can dial 110. Other cities and counties, such as Taoyuan, Taichung, Tainan, Nantou, Changhua, and Kaohsiung, will also adjust their taxi fares, with an extra NT$50 per ride. In Hsinchu and Miaoli, fares will increase by 30% based on the original pricing scheme.
2024/02/05 11:27
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Over 40 NTU programs reveal stricter thesis rules
National Taiwan University (NTU) has announced the graduate thesis quality and review standards for over 40 departments or degree programs, with the exception of the department involved in past plagiarism disputes. The Graduate Institute of National Development, which was implicated in the rescission of degrees awarded to former Hsinchu City mayor Lin Chih-chien and Vice Premier Cheng Wen-tsan, has not yet released its thesis verification policy. In response, NTU’s Office of Academic Affairs expressed regret over the disputes and implemented measures to enhance the quality of graduate theses. Some departments are still discussing the new directions. Under the new policy, each department is required to establish their own evaluation mechanisms, which may include limitations on the number of graduate students per professor, originality standards for theses, and a threshold for acceptable content similarity.
2024/02/05 10:19
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CWA warns of prolonged cold spell across Taiwan
The Central Weather Administration (CWA) has issued a low-temperature alert for nine counties north of Miaoli, warning of temperatures below six degrees Celsius. Taichung City, Changhua County, Yilan County, and Hualien County could experience temperatures of 10 degrees and below, with similar dips expected in the Yunlin-Chiayi-Tainan region. The CWA predicts that this cold weather will persist from January 22 to January 24. New Taipei City, Keelung City, Taipei City, Taoyuan City, Hsinchu City, Hsinchu County, Miaoli County, and Kinmen County have been designated with orange signals (very cold), indicating a likelihood of temperatures lower than six degrees. The CWA advises citizens to take necessary precautions to keep warm, including proper indoor ventilation and electrical safety when using gas water heaters and electric heaters.
2024/01/22 18:01