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Typhoon Danas leaves NT$1.59 billion in damages
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan reports Typhoon Danas caused NT$1.59 billion in damages, two deaths, and 708 injuries. Recovery efforts focus on restoring services and providing aid.
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Major fire devastates KSS factory in Tainan
A fire at KAI SUH SUH Enterprise’s Tainan factory destroyed the facility early Thursday. Firefighters used advanced tech to control the blaze. No injuries reported.
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Typhoon Danas causes NT$1.6 billion in farm losses
Typhoon Danas has caused NT$1.6 billion in agricultural damage in Taiwan, with Chiayi County and Tainan City hardest hit. The Ministry of Agriculture offers aid.
2025/07/09 15:27
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Taiwan President visits southern Taiwan after Typhoon struck
Typhoon Danas hit southern Taiwan, causing severe damage. President Lai Ching-te visited Tainan to assess losses and pledged support for farmers. Power restoration is ongoing.
2025/07/09 07:00
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Typhoon Danas hits Taiwan, vegetable prices drop
Taipei Agricultural Products Marketing Corp. reports a drop in vegetable prices due to Typhoon Danas. Chiayi and Tainan face a 15% reduction in leafy greens, while cabbage remains stable. Fruit prices rise as Tainan’s pomelo crops suffer.
2025/07/08 17:00
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Typhoon Danas hits Tainan, devastates agriculture
Typhoon Danas hit Tainan City, damaging agriculture and fishing. Mayor Huang Wei-che assessed pomelo orchards, with only 10% to 30% of the harvest viable. The city plans relief efforts and military support for cleanup.
2025/07/07 21:00
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Typhoon Danas leaves 407,000 homes without power
Typhoon Danas hit Taiwan, leaving 663,000 homes without power. As of July 7, 407,000 remain affected. The storm caused two deaths and 502 injuries.
2025/07/07 19:00
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Typhoon Danas killed two people in Tainan, injuring 334
Typhoon Danas hit southern Taiwan hard. Two people died in Tainan due to the storm. A power outage led to one fatality. A fallen tree caused another death.
2025/07/07 15:00
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Typhoon Danas topples iconic temple archway in Taiwan
Typhoon Danas hit Taiwan’s Beimen District, toppling Nankunshen Daitian Temple’s archway and flooding its courtyard. Recovery efforts are underway to restore normalcy.
2025/07/07 11:23
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Typhoon Danas batters Tainan, causes widespread damage
Typhoon Danas hit Tainan, causing severe damage and power outages for 30,077 households. Strong winds toppled structures, prompting police action. Recovery efforts are ongoing.
2025/07/07 10:46
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Sister cities Tainan and Sendai celebrate 20-year alliance
Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che visited Miyagi Gov. Yoshihiro Murai to strengthen ties. They discussed direct flights and student exchanges, enhancing regional connectivity.
2025/06/30 18:00
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Woman diagnosed with whooping cough in southern Taiwan
Tainan’s Public Health Bureau reports a second pertussis case this year. A woman in her 50s is receiving treatment. Officials stress vaccination to prevent spread.
2025/06/25 13:00
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Compal, NCHC showcase quantum-inspired computing system
Compal Electronics and NCHC unveiled the Nano5 supercomputer in Tainan, showcasing its role in advancing Taiwan’s semiconductor industry through innovation and HPC.
2025/06/24 20:00
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Tainan rice enters Japan, marking export milestone
Tainan rice enters the Japanese market with 500 metric tons exported, highlighting its quality and growing demand. Discover how Taiwanese rice compares to Japanese varieties.
2025/06/20 22:00
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Tainan to Penghu ferry service set to launch July 8
Tainan’s Bureau of Tourism announces the launch of the Tainan Anping to Penghu Magong ferry route on July 8. Operating Tuesdays and Fridays, the ferry will accommodate 150 passengers per trip. Initial fares are set at NT$1,200 one-way. The route aims to boost tourism and strengthen regional ties.
2025/06/20 16:00
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Court gives 3-year sentence for TPC-3 cable damage incident
A Tainan court sentenced a Chinese captain to 3 years for damaging a submarine cable by anchoring in a restricted area. Chunghwa Telecom faces repair costs.
2025/06/13 07:00
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South China Sea disturbance may form typhoon near Taiwan
Meteorologist Chia Hsin-hsin warns of a potential typhoon forming in the South China Sea next week. Taiwan will see rain from June 3-4 and brief showers from June 7-11.
2025/06/02 15:11
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Taiwan issues heavy rain warnings as temperatures soar
The Central Weather Administration issued a heavy rain advisory for southern Taiwan, warning of widespread rainfall. Expect high temperatures and possible thunderstorms.
2025/06/02 10:00
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Taiwan plans 300-hectare robotics hub in ambitious AI push
Taiwan’s Economic Minister J.W. Kuo announced plans for a 300-hectare robot production hub in Tainan. The initiative includes AI talent training and job placements.
2025/05/29 11:00
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Improper excavation suspected in Taiwan building collapse
A three-story building in Tainan’s Xinying District collapsed Thursday morning. No injuries occurred. Officials suspect nearby construction caused the collapse.
2025/05/15 11:50
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Taiwan city builds love attraction for 520 celebrations
Tainan City unveils the "Double52000" love wishing pool at The Spring from May 17 to June 30, featuring 100,000 pink bubble balls. Enjoy romantic events and a love market.
2025/05/11 07:00
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Tainan and Kaohsiung under yellow heat alert: CWA
Taiwan’s weather agency issues a heat alert for Pingtung County with temperatures hitting 38°C. Expect cloudy skies in the north and sunny weather elsewhere.
2025/04/21 16:00
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Norovirus outbreak strikes Taiwan wedding banquet
A food poisoning incident at Evergreen Plaza Hotel Tainan sent 70 wedding guests to the hospital. The hotel claims compliance with health standards and offers compensation.
2025/04/18 20:00
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Taiwan’s premium pineapples debut in Singapore market
Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che announced plans to boost Tainan pineapple sales in Singapore following a successful trade show. Expect fresh produce in stores soon.
2025/04/15 08:00
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Taiwan hosts nearly 60% of endangered spoonbill population
Taiwan hosts 58.9% of the global black-faced spoonbill population, with 4,169 birds. The 2025 census shows a stable global count of 7,081. Tainan leads with 2,439 spoonbills.
2025/04/11 20:00