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Lai Rui-long wins DPP primary by 0.61% in Kaohsiung
Lai Rui-long wins the DPP’s Kaohsiung mayoral primary with a 0.61% margin. He will face KMT’s Ke Chih-en in 2026. Lai plans major investments for Kaohsiung.
2026/01/14 16:43
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Winter cold linked to 329 cardiac arrests across Taiwan
Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration issued a cold alert for 13 regions due to a continental cold air mass. Stay informed on weather changes and health risks.
2026/01/12 11:32
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Taiwan F-16V pilot search continues despite rough seas
Search and rescue teams in Taiwan persist in locating Capt. Hsin Po-i after his F-16V jet vanished. Despite harsh weather, efforts continue with military and coast guard support.
2026/01/08 17:29
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Jensen Huang unveils Vera Rubin chip with 5x performance
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced the Vera Rubin chip platform’s full production at CES, promising a fivefold AI performance boost. The platform features new GPUs and CPUs, enhancing Nvidia’s AI chip market leadership.
2026/01/06 18:34
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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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Taipei Metro launches QR code payments on Saturday
Taipei Metro will launch a mobile payment feature on Jan. 3, allowing QR code entry and exit. This modernizes public transit, eliminating the need for physical cards.
2026/01/02 16:33
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Spanish grape custom sparks New Year’s Eve rush in Taiwan
Taiwan embraces a Spanish New Year’s Eve tradition of eating 12 green grapes at midnight for luck, causing a grape shortage in Taipei. Locals seek good fortune and love.
2025/12/31 14:58
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Over 1,300 police secure Taipei’s New Year’s Eve
Taipei City will deploy over 1,300 police officers for the 2026 New Year’s Eve event, doubling security forces. Enhanced measures include metal detectors and mobile teams.
2025/12/30 14:18
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Taipei, Shanghai mayors meet amid cross-strait deadlock
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an and Shanghai Mayor Kung Cheng met at the Twin City Forum to enhance cooperation. They emphasized dialogue’s role in easing cross-strait tensions.
2025/12/28 18:02
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Taipei Metro passenger injured as angry man smashes window
A disturbance at Beimen Station on Dec. 25 led to panic after a man struck a train window. Taipei Metro responded swiftly, ensuring passenger safety. A security drill is set for Dec. 26 at Taipei City Hall Station, involving simulated attacks to enhance safety measures.
2025/12/26 10:36
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Taiwan faces 2-day freeze with temps around 10°C
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2025/12/26 09:50
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Taiwan prosecutors use 3D scanning to map knife attack
Taiwan prosecutors deploy 3D laser scanning technology to reconstruct crime scene where knife attacker killed four near Taipei Main Station on Dec. 19, 2024.
2025/12/24 19:26
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Parents apologize after son’s deadly Taipei rampage
A deadly attack at Taipei Main Station on Dec. 19 left four dead and 11 injured. The assailant, Chang, died after the attack. Authorities are investigating.
2025/12/24 14:35
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Police crack down on copycat threats after Taipei rampage
A random attack in Taipei on Dec. 19 left four dead and 11 injured. Authorities arrested three suspects linked to online threats. Taipei boosts security for upcoming events.
2025/12/22 18:15
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Metro attacker had NT$39 in bank before Taipei MRT rampage
Authorities in Taipei investigate Chang Wen’s financial distress after his deadly metro attack. Discover insights into his financial history and motives.
2025/12/22 16:47
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Malaysian singer Namewee may avoid drug charges
Malaysian singer Namewee’s drug test came back negative, potentially leading to the withdrawal of charges in a case linked to Taiwanese influencer Hsieh Yu-hsin’s death.
2025/12/18 12:20
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Taiwan’s Dasyueshan offers peak autumn color display
Dasyueshan National Forest in Taiwan dazzles with vibrant maple leaves, reaching 80% color change. Visit now for stunning views, with peak colors expected until Christmas.
2025/12/18 11:45
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Taiwan-Japan student bands unite for Ximending parade
The "2025 Taiwan Expedition" flash mob parade in Taipei’s Ximending on Dec. 18 at 7:40 p.m. unites Japanese and Taiwanese bands, fostering cultural exchange.
2025/12/18 10:28
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Taipei aims to sign Nvidia land deal before Lunar New Year
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-An announced NVIDIA’s plan to establish its overseas HQ at Beitou Shilin Technology Park. The city aims to sign the land rights agreement before the Lunar New Year, marking a major step in Taipei’s tech landscape.
2025/12/17 18:02
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Beijing opens civil servant dining halls to public access
Beijing opened government employee cafeterias to the public in early December 2025, attracting young people with AI-powered dining technology. The policy aims to reduce idle resources by 30% while offering affordable meals. One AI restaurant in Beijing’s hutongs calculates dish weight and calories within seconds, drawing crowds of young professionals.
2025/12/16 17:24
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Taiwan to assist 30,000 businesses with AI transformation
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs plans to invest NT$2.5 billion in AI adoption for over 30,000 businesses by 2027. This initiative aims to boost revenue and efficiency.
2025/12/15 18:06
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Park revenue hits NT$1.38 trillion, up 10.31% this year
Hsinchu Science Park Bureau marks its 45th anniversary with projections of double-digit revenue growth by 2025. The park’s focus on integrated circuits, AI, and biotechnology drives its expansion and innovation.
2025/12/15 17:11
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French Festival moves to Weiwuying arts center in Kaohsiung
The 2026 French Festival in Kaohsiung will be held May 22-24 at the National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts. The event celebrates French culture in Taiwan.
2025/12/15 16:18
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Taiwan launches NFC-based combat casualty reporting system
Taiwan’s National Defence Medical Centre unveiled its Electronic Casualty Report System in early December 2025, replacing paper-based battlefield medical tracking systems. The system equips soldiers with electronic injury tags activated using NFC technology, enabling real-time tracking from injury through treatment. Traditional paper tags deteriorate when exposed to blood or water, creating dangerous information gaps. The digital system addresses these shortcomings with continuous records medical teams can access and update. Severe hemorrhaging accounts for approximately 75% of combat injuries, making accurate tracking essential for survival rates.
2025/12/11 18:04
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Telemedicine coming to New Taipei’s Wulai District
New Taipei City plans a smart health center in Wulai District to boost healthcare for indigenous communities. The initiative includes telemedicine and electronic records.
2025/12/09 18:31