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Protected sea turtles return to wild from Taiwan facility
Kuan Bi-ling released 10 protected sea turtles on Penghu’s Magong Shili Beach, urging public involvement in rescue efforts. The event highlighted Taiwan’s role in marine conservation.2025/06/17 09:00 -
Protesters clash with police at Taiwan funeral home opening
Protesters in Fangyuan Township oppose a new funeral home and crematorium project, citing environmental concerns. The Changhua County Government pledges dialogue.2025/05/15 17:09 -
Taipei strengthens regulations against hidden cameras
Taipei City plans to implement new regulations by the end of May to prevent hidden camera use in public spaces, enhancing privacy protection. The amendments expand detection and management authority, requiring monthly inspections in restrooms and changing rooms.2025/05/13 20:00 -
Taiwan to launch new Ministry of Sports in August
Premier Cho Jung-tai announced a new Sport Administration to boost Taiwan’s sports performance and development. The focus is on athlete training, resources, and facilities.2025/02/18 14:00 -
Mayor Hou commits to improving funeral facility plans
New Taipei City plans to enhance funeral facilities, addressing rising demand and future needs. A public briefing will discuss new columbaria and modernization efforts.2025/01/22 13:00 -
Taiwan CDC reports first measles cluster of the year
Taiwan’s CDC reports the first measles cluster of the year in a hospital, with seven cases linked to a Vietnam outbreak. Public urged to stay vigilant.2024/12/25 15:01 -
MOI approves phase two of CTSP expansion, meeting TSMC needs
The urban planning committee of Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior (MOI) has approved phase two of the Central Taiwan Science Park (CTSP) expansion project, which is closely linked to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). This project aims to meet the advanced manufacturing needs of Taiwan’s semiconductor industry. The CTSP administration received support from committee members, and the land is expected to be handed over to factories by mid-2024 for public works construction. The expansion will convert agricultural and institutional land into a specialized area and public facility space spanning 89 hectares. In addition to creating 4,500 jobs to strengthen the semiconductor industry, the project will also align with climate change strategies and targets for a net-zero path by 2050. This includes a timeline for the supply of reclaimed water and renewable energy. The MOI emphasizes that these strategies and targets will respond to international sustainability goals while balancing global competitiveness with local sustainable development.2023/12/26 22:14 -
Pressure mounts for Tsai gov’t to tighten open prison rules
President Tsai Ing-wen has been under public pressure to tighten laws for criminal transfer to open prisons, after the Agency of Corrections of the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) agreed to transfer a police-killing criminal surnamed Yi, known as the son of a renowned female star in Taiwan, to a minimum-security facility.2023/07/10 17:27