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Experts reveal the best places to stuff hand warmers
As the temperatures dip in Taiwan, many rely on hand warmers to stay toasty in the cold.
2022/12/19 17:52
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Thousands of Taiwan citizens apply to renew passports
Many in Taiwan have plans to go abroad during the Chinese New Year, and the number of citizens reissuing their expired passports has skyrocketed. On weekdays, more than 2,000 numbers were issued for the waiting list.
2022/12/16 12:11
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Discounted fares failed to attract more MRT, bus passengers
Taipei and New Taipei’s joint NT$1,280 monthly transportation tickets have become a must-have for many commuters. However, according to transportation operators, these discounted prices have not necessarily attracted more people to use public transportation.
2022/12/14 16:48
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Queensland welcomes Taiwanese with sustainable holiday
With the Chinese New Year holiday approaching, many are looking forward to traveling abroad after more than two years of living with the pandemic.
2022/12/12 17:04
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TSMC executive dismisses Taiwan fears over new Arizona fabs
There are many concerns about the semiconductor industry’s future in Taiwan. Should leading manufacturers, like TSMC, establish new fabs with advanced processes in other countries like the United States?
2022/12/08 15:36
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CECC: China’s outbreak may reach its peak in 2 months
The epidemic continues to spread in mainland China, and according to the Commander of the Central Epidemic Command Center, Victor Wang, their situation may reach its peak in 2 months. As many will be traveling back to Taiwan from the mainland for Chinese New Year, the CECC is urging children to get vaccinated or re-vaccinated.
2022/12/06 12:10
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Japanese celebrity shocked by inflation in Taiwan
Inflation in Taiwan has soared in recent months, impacting the prices of many daily necessities.
2022/11/29 22:00
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Taiwan’s 9-in-1 elections attract global media attention
The world was on watch for Taiwan’s 9-in-1 elections on Saturday (Nov. 26). Foreign media, however, focused their attention on cross-strait relations, as many viewed this election as a "mid-term" test for President Tsai Ing-wen, a test to see if the people of Taiwan are satisfied with the current Democratic Progressive Party administration.
2022/11/28 00:12
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Analyst: Stakes high for ruling, opposition parties
Candidates discussed many important issues during the campaign for the 9-in-1 elections, even though some topics remained untouched, such as extending military service or allowing more foreign visitors to Taiwan.
2022/11/25 22:51
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Analyst: Elections’ impact on cross-strait issues limited
With local elections fast approaching, many people have wondered whether the new political map will affect cross-strait relations for the better or the worse. According to Kwei-Bo Huang, associate professor of Diplomacy at NCCU College of International Affairs, the results of the elections will have a limited impact on cross-strait affairs.
2022/11/25 06:20
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Taiwan to decide on military service extension next month
With the 9-in-1 elections around the corner, many have questioned the ruling Democratic Progressive Party’s reasoning for bringing up the issue of extending the military service.
2022/11/22 19:00
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Taiwan feels full effects of climate change with hotter days
Climate change is a pressing issue, and many in Taiwan are doing their best to recycle and cut down on waste.
2022/11/10 18:23
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Prospective homeowners worried at soaring mortgage rates
Rising interest rates for housing mortgages make owning a home an even more elusive dream for many Taiwanese, including Ms. Chang, an office worker and a mom of three. After being married for over ten years, her family is still unable to buy a house.
2022/11/06 11:00
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Public puzzled at Zhongshan MRT station’s new designs
Taipei Metro recently renovated the Zhongshan MRT Station, offering a new sleeker design with a more simplistic look. However, the changes in the ticketing area have received a backlash, with many calling the new designs "confusing" and "not user-friendly."
2022/10/22 00:10
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Former top Chinese leaders attend 20th Party Congress too
As China’s 20th National Party Congress kicked off on Sunday (Oct. 16) the world caught a rare glimpse of many senior Chinese political leaders in attendance.
2022/10/17 17:23
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Airfares to Japan drop ahead of Taiwan’s border reopening
Some travelers headed to Taoyuan International Airport on Wednesday (Oct. 12), one day before Taiwan reopens its borders. Many at the airport were going directly into Japan due to its recent opening and cheaper ticket prices that make it an ideal destination for this time of year.
2022/10/13 09:50
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Taiwan looks to boost senior employment rate across sectors
As Taiwan is poised to become a super-aged society by 2025, many seniors on the brink of retirement are looking for ways to stay in the workforce.
2022/10/11 16:47
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Working hours in Taiwan becoming blurred due to pandemic
Due to the pandemic, many employees have had the experience of working remotely, clocking in and out of work every day, likely away from the office.
2022/10/07 06:22
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Taiwan to reopen borders despite rising Omicron BA.5 cases
Taiwan is gearing up to reopen borders on Oct. 13, even though the recent rise of Omicron subvariant BA.5 infection cases has many fearing it won’t go as planned.
2022/10/05 20:00
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Jonathan Kaplan says peace will not be ubiquitous, cost-free
U.S. Ambassador to Singapore Jonathan Kaplan wondered on Thursday whether many have forgotten what it took to get to a stable world, despite improvements in “human collective knowledge” and “resources to develop.”
2022/09/30 00:50
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No PCR test needed on arrival in Taiwan starting Sept. 29
As Taiwan gradually begins to relax its borders, many have expressed worries about the changes in the epidemic-prevention regulations, arguing that they won’t do much to stop the virus from spreading.
2022/09/28 19:43
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Taiwanese people hesitant to travel abroad as airfares soar
As the Taiwanese government prepares to change quarantine regulations to "0+7" for arriving passengers, many are setting their sights for a vacation abroad.
2022/09/26 20:00
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Taiwan plans for reopening of borders as demand increases
With many countries gradually reopening borders, Taiwan is lagging behind as a new wave of BA.5 Omicron subvariant sweeps across the nation.
2022/09/23 14:16
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TSMC uses cash bonuses to attract new talents
Taiwan’s semiconductor industries are desperate for new blood as many begin actively recruiting from well-known universities and offering high salaries and bonuses to attract more talents.
2022/09/23 14:08
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Experts: too early to know scope of earthquakes cycle
The recent series of earthquakes since Sept. 18 in Taiwan has led many to worry whether Taiwan is reaching an active seismic activity period. Still, experts said that it’s still too early to tell.
2022/09/23 14:03