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Taipei’s Wen Chang Temple drew 10,000 visitors seeking blessings for Taiwan’s 2026 student exams. Parents offered symbolic items for luck and success.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announces a new program to reduce working hours for parents with children under 12, starting March 1. The city will subsidize 80% of the cost, allowing parents to work one hour less daily without a pay cut. Applications open until June 30.

Explore the evolving traditions of the Lunar New Year in Taiwan, where daughters visit their parents on the second day. Discover how modern society balances tradition and flexibility.

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.

Toys ＂R＂ Us closed its Taipei Dunbei store, citing an expired lease. This marks another closure in Taiwan, leaving about 16 stores. Shoppers rushed for discounts. Parents note a shift to 3C games over traditional toys. Retailers face challenges from declining birth rates and online shopping.

Taiwan’s political parties demand changes to the high-speed rail’s ＂quiet car＂ policy due to public confusion regarding parents with young children. The rail company revises its approach to address concerns.

A survey by the Child Welfare League Foundation reveals that 80% of Taiwanese parents worry about their children’s academics. Rising costs and societal pressures add to their concerns.

Parents in Taiwan increasingly prefer daughters, reflecting a global trend. The birth sex ratio has declined, and experts note a shift toward valuing emotional bonds over lineage.

New Taipei City expands its family-like service, adding six households and 18 beds in Linkou to support disadvantaged children. The initiative partners with nonprofits and sponsors to create nurturing environments.

Taipei Municipal Xingya Elementary School will end school uniforms in 2025, opting for sportswear. The decision has sparked debate among parents over comfort and peer pressure.

South Korean cheerleader Lee Dahye addressed center stage rumors at a Taipei charity event. She clarified her stance on performance positions and shared personal insights.

The CDC urges timely measles vaccinations in Taiwan amid a rise in imported cases, mainly from Vietnam. Parents should follow the schedule to protect resources.

Taipei’s Department of Education investigates iLearn’s sudden closure, addressing parents’ concerns over prepaid tuition. The school seeks new funding to continue operations.

Parents in Taiwan are concerned about a proposal to remove parental disciplinary rights from the Civil Code, fearing it may affect family education. The Executive Yuan approved the draft amendment, and the Legislative Yuan will review it. Parent groups and lawmakers argue for a balanced approach to discipline and child protection.

A father of a school stabbing victim in Taipei calls for juveniles in serious crimes to be tried under the Criminal Code. He urges legal accountability and safety measures in schools.

Rising education costs in Taiwan burden families, with the average fund per child at NT$4.81 million. Experts advise balancing financial stability and children’s holistic development.

Explore the overlooked mental health challenges faced by Taiwan’s strong generation, aged 40-60, as they juggle family, work, and the fear of unemployment. Learn about the rising suicide rates among adults and the importance of self-care and early intervention.

Discover how Zhubei City is addressing the needs of working parents with plans for a new Parent-Child Center and Daycare Center, backed by NT$50 million in funding.

New Taipei City launched the family support program in response to the increase in child protection notifications. The program will serve about 2,000 cases annually, helping parents relieve their emotional stress.

Explore the launch of Uber’s ＂Uber for teens＂ in Taiwan, designed to ease parental stress by safely transporting teenagers to school and activities. This service, already available in the U.S. and Australia, allows parents to manage rides through a family account, ensuring safety with features like a safety PIN, real-time route tracking, and direct communication with drivers. Only highly rated drivers can accept these rides, providing an extra layer of security for parents and their children.

In Taipei, a child under one year old underwent successful emergency surgery for a subdural hematoma, sparking concerns of potential child abuse. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has mobilized the Department of Health and police to investigate, with the daycare center temporarily suspended. The case’s complexities, including the timing of the injuries and responsibilities of the parents or nanny, are under scrutiny as authorities aim for a swift resolution and the child’s recovery.

Taipei government considers comprehensive aid for child care, extending to regular revisions. Ministry of Civil Service to add childcare leave for civil servants, with proposed seven days of paid leave for parents of children under six. Various measures implemented to improve childcare environment, including increased allowances and resources.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Finance’s National Treasury Administration is reminding parents to claim their remaining NT$6,000 subsidies for newborns before 5 p.m. on Jan. 31. Out of the 35,000 eligible newborns, approximately 33,500 have already received their benefits. Parents need to present identification papers and the birth certificate of their newborn at the post office counter to receive the subsidies. If someone else is collecting on their behalf, they must also provide identification. In cases where the birth mother is not eligible, birth registration and confirmation of the father’s eligibility are required. The government does not send text messages or emails regarding money collection or enrollment, and will not ask for bank transfers over phone calls. If individuals encounter suspicious websites or messages, they should report it immediately by dialing the 165 anti-fraud hotline.

The Taiwanese government has optimized the income tax system, allowing certain individuals and families to be exempt from income tax. Single individuals renting housing with a yearly income below NT$626,000 will not have to pay individual income tax when filing next year. Additionally, families with two parents and two young children and an annual income below NT$1.641 million will also be exempt. Approximately 47% or 3.05 million Taiwanese households were exempt from income tax in 2021 due to the optimized scheme, which includes increased deductions. Minister of Finance Chuang Tsui-yun clarified that this exemption is not due to poverty. The deductible amount for single individuals renting outside their home area making less than NT$626,000 could exempt them from taxes. For two-income families renting a house, the deductible amount on income tax could reach NT$1.072 million, while a family of four with two children under six could deduct up to NT$1.641 million. If they live with seniors aged 70 or older, the deductible amount could exceed NT$2 million.

Kuomintang (KMT) Presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih presents a four-point plan to address school violence, criticizing the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) administration’s social safety net. The plan includes stricter regulations, preventive education, enhanced security checks, and tougher punishments for gang intrusions. Hou’s response comes after a high school student in New Taipei City was slashed in the neck, putting campus security under scrutiny. He questions the effectiveness of the government’s Social Safety Net 2.0 plan and calls for revisions to regulations. Tung Yao-tsung, president of the New Taipei City Parents’ Association, supports Hou’s stance and urges the Ministry of Education to focus on an intermediary education system to improve school security. Retired teacher Wang Chiung-yuan emphasizes the need for a balanced approach that considers the rights of all students.