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Taiwan FDA: Painkillers supply remains stable
The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said it would not limit how many fever-reducing meds people can buy after a recent meeting with local drug manufacturers and pharmacy associations.
2023/01/03 17:23
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Innovative performance showcases Taiwan’s artistic energy
The pandemic has forced many industries, such as the performing arts, to rethink their strategies to thrive in the post-pandemic world. Diabolo Dance Theatre has sized this opportunity to team up with Song Kun Performing Art Group to create "Island’s Sunrise" with the support of the Ministry of Culture.
2022/12/29 21:15
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Nearly 1.6 M people applied for labor relief in 2 years
Taiwan industries across the country have been greatly affected by the pandemic. Since 2020, a total of 1.59 million citizens have applied for labor relief offered by the Department of Labor.
2022/12/28 11:31
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Survey: COVID-19 symptoms may last even after recovery
The pandemic is gradually stabilizing in Taiwan. According to doctors, however, many COVID patients have lasting symptoms, such as frequent insomnia and an abnormal sense of smell and taste. Doctors are urging high-risk groups, such as elders over 65, to get vaccinated.
2022/12/27 10:36
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Companies adjust salary structures in post-pandemic Taiwan
As business slowly resumes back to pre-pandemic norms, many industries in Taiwan are now facing a labor shortage. And in order to successfully recruit suitable talents, companies are adjusting their salary structure to attract new employees.
2022/12/26 10:40
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Electronic coupons become trendy in Taiwan amid pandemic
During the pandemic, electronic coupons have become increasingly popular among businesses and consumers for their convenience and contactless setting.
2022/12/26 10:36
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Taiwan’s per capita income on track to surpass Japan in 2022
As the pandemic situation stabilizes in Taiwan, restaurants and department stores are once again filled with shoppers and gourmets on weekends.
2022/12/21 17:05
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Bicycle popularity slows as global health situation improves
Giant, a global leader in the bicycle industry, announced on Dec. 9 that its revenue for the first 11 months of 2022 reached a total of NT$ 86.4 billion, seeing an annual increase of nearly 15%, a record high. However, the media reported that Giant recently sent letters to third-party manufacturers, mentioning that the bicycle industry is facing difficulties.
2022/12/14 16:41
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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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Severe flu cases spike in Taiwan as virus variants arise
Taiwan is seeing a rise in severe flu cases this year as the pandemic subsides and mask mandates are eased.
2022/12/12 17:01
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Taiwan’s high purchasing power parity conceals disparity
As the pandemic subsides in Taiwan, business is slowly resuming back to normal.
2022/12/09 02:40
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Taiwan’s physical retail industry picks up momentum
As the pandemic gradually calms down, the market is picking back up its pace, especially the physical retail industry. For the first three quarters of 2022, the annual growth rate of Taiwan’s physical retail industry was 8.68%, higher than 7.54% of the e-commerce industry. The growth rate was also the highest for the physical retail industry since 2004.
2022/12/09 02:37
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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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3,000 Taiwanese people vie for 300 slots as street sweepers
The Tainan Environmental Protection Bureau wants to hire 300 street sweepers.
2022/12/05 22:24
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Taitung County Gov’t boosts tourist arrivals, revenue
After more than 2 years of living with the pandemic, Taitung County Government is coming back stronger than ever by providing incentives to boost local tourism.
2022/12/05 22:12
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Authorities could lift this mask restriction in December
Health authorities recorded 16,015 new local infections in Taiwan on Thursday (Nov. 24), a decrease of 20.2% from the previous week. There were also 65 deaths, down from 77 a week ago.
2022/11/25 21:04
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CECC: Confirmed COVID-19 cases won’t be allowed to vote
The election day is approaching fast, and in order to vote, citizens have to be COVID-19 negative, leading some to worry that some confirmed patients didn’t reported their symptoms to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) in order to be able to vote.
2022/11/25 12:49
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Taiwan homebuyers look for these amenities in new appartment
As the pandemic situation gradually stabilizes in Taiwan, more and more home-buyers are seeking out apartments with ventilation systems that connect to the outside and separate restrooms for its residents.
2022/11/17 09:00
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Demand for used cars soars amid components shortage
One of Singapore’s largest AI-driven used car platforms recently launched its new service in Taiwan as local demand increases.
2022/11/17 08:38
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Taiwanese create new business models in post-pandemic world
Young Taiwanese are creating new business models to survive in the post-pandemic world.
2022/11/15 17:45
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Taiwan retail tech sector suffers hefty losses amid slowdown
As the pandemic situation in Taiwan gradually subsides, the retail tech industry remains clogged with items produced during the height of the pandemic.
2022/11/08 18:01
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Hong Kong activist Nathan Law joins 2022 Oslo Freedom Forum
The 2022 Oslo Freedom Forum unfolded in Taipei on Thursday (Nov. 3), the first in-person conference in 3 years since the beginning of the pandemic.
2022/11/05 09:16
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Californian band LANY performs sold out concerts in Taipei
LANY is the first western band to hold a concert in the country since the start of the pandemic. And it has been five years since the American artists last performed in Taiwan. In an exclusive interview with TVBS, artist Eve Ai made pineapple cakes with LANY, sharing a unique Taiwanese experience with the Californian band.
2022/11/02 19:49
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Industries in Taiwan have taken a hit due to the pandemic
Taiwan(TVBS News) - Kaka is a restaurant manager who took over a hot pot restaurant around the time when the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
2022/10/28 16:57
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Taiwan startup creates recycling service for takeout boxes
After more than 2 years of coexisting with the pandemic, takeout foods have become the norm. With convenience, however, Taiwan has also seen an increase in waste from takeout boxes and containers.
2022/10/25 19:43