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Taiwan news trust drops to 25%, matching the US at a record low. The Digital News Report 2026 reveals a deepening media credibility crisis across Asia.

Taiwan nears super-aged society as birth rate plunges 36%. New NT$100,000 (around US$3,195) birth subsidy aims to reverse 23 consecutive months of population decline.

Hehuanshan turned into a winter wonderland on Dec. 26, drawing tourists to witness the first snow. The CWA reported record low temperatures, with snow and ice pellets creating a picturesque scene. Authorities reopened Highway No. 14A but restricted access to ensure safety.

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te faces a record low approval rating of 32.7%, according to a new poll. The survey highlights widespread disapproval of his recent policy adjustments, with 57.8% of respondents expressing dissatisfaction.

Poll results show President Lai Ching-te’s approval rating has dropped to 31%, a new low. Media analyst Huang Wei-han warns of potential risks to Lai’s future if changes aren’t made.

Taiwan Power Company commits to a coal-free future, achieving record low coal usage and reducing air pollution by nearly 80% over eight years. Despite a slight increase in coal use recently, Taipower remains on track with its reduction goals, planning new gas units to further cut coal reliance.

Taiwan’s birthrate hit a record low in April, with only 8,684 newborns. Population declines continue, impacting labor markets. AI and automation are key strategies to address these challenges.

Cable TV subscriptions hit a record low in 2025. Penetration rate is now 44.62% in Taiwan. Homeplus Digital saw a slight increase in users. OTT services are replacing traditional cable TV.

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s approval rating has plummeted to 32% after nearly one year in office, with disapproval surging to 55%, according to a new TVBS Poll Center survey. His numbers rank second-lowest among Taiwan’s democratically elected presidents, surpassing only his predecessor Tsai Ing-wen. With only 36% of respondents believing Taiwan is heading in the right direction and 57% lacking confidence in his leadership, Lai faces significant challenges as his Democratic Progressive Party prepares for local elections.

Taiwan’s population fell for the 16th month in April, with births at a record low and a net migration loss. Taoyuan City saw growth, while Lienchiang County declined.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation reports a drop in traffic fatalities, marking the lowest 30-day death toll since 2019. Pedestrian deaths hit a record low.

A cold wave grips Taiwan, with record-low temperatures and weather alerts. Shiding District hits 7°C. CWA warns of temperatures below 6°C to 10°C in several areas. Stay warm.

Taiwan faces a cold front with record lows in Miaoli. Meteorologists predict a brief warm-up before another cold wave hits, bringing drastic temperature drops.

Japan set a new record for foreign visitors in 2024 with 36.87 million tourists, led by South Korea, China, and Taiwan. The yen’s low value boosted tourism.

Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior reports a record low in births for 2024, continuing a nine-year decline. The population fell by 20,222, with deaths and marriages also decreasing.

Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Ko Wen-je returns home after posting NT$40 million bail amid charges of embezzlement. His trust rating hits a record low.

A cold front hits northern Taiwan, dropping temperatures to 6°C. Meteorologist Wu Der-rong advises caution, especially for the elderly. Stay updated with CWA alerts.

Taiwan expects nearly 5,000 overseas Taiwanese for Double Ten National Day, the highest in eight years. Despite China’s low-cost travel offers, Taiwan’s cultural appeal prevails.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s 2024 university admissions: a record-low 94.62% admission rate and 2,505 unfilled spots. Learn which universities and departments were most affected.

Taiwan experienced its third lowest average rainfall days for November since records began in 1951, with only 5.9 rainy days last month, according to the Central Weather Administration (CWA). The CWA’s climate review highlighted fluctuating cold and warm temperatures, with isolated showers occurring mainly on the windward sides of the eastern and northern parts of Taiwan. The average monthly temperature was normal at 23.0 degrees Celsius, slightly above the climate average of 22.7 degrees. Taiwan’s cumulative rainfall also fell well below the climatic average of 110.6 millimeters, with only Keelung reaching 90% of its climatic value for rainfall. The Taitung, Pengjia Islet, Hsinchu, and Hengchun stations all reported record lows or near-record lows for rainy days in November. This data from the CWA highlights the variability of precipitation patterns and their potential impact on the region’s climate.

The Legislative Yuan’s Social Welfare and Environmental Hygiene Committee reviewed proposed amendments to the Assisted Reproduction Act, including one that would allow a surviving spouse to use embryos for having children after the death of their partner. The Ministry of Health and Welfare is considering expanding the legislation to include same-sex couples, single individuals, and surrogate pregnancies. Minister of Health and Welfare Hsueh Jui-yuan suggested a public hearing to gather feedback due to the ethical, legal, and child welfare considerations involved. The current law only permits assisted reproduction for married couples, excluding single women and lesbian couples. Taiwan also does not currently recognize surrogacy as legal, creating unresolved issues regarding the parental status of children born through such arrangements. The debate reflects the government’s attempt to address societal changes and demographic challenges, particularly concerns about population decline.

The Central Weather Administration (CWA) announced a sharp drop in temperatures across Taiwan due to the peak intensity of the northeastern monsoon. The coldest region recorded was 15.3 degrees Celsius in Yangmei District, Taoyuan. Professor Wu Der-Romg from National Central University warned that the next monsoon surge could bring even colder temperatures, potentially reaching a record low of 11 degrees Celsius this year. The CWA also reported torrential rain in Yilan and Taipei, raising concerns about severe flooding and potential landslides. Clear skies are expected for the next three days due to the arrival of continental highs, but there may be sharp temperature variations in certain areas. The CWA predicts the presence of a mild typhoon, locally called ＂Jelawat,＂ passing by Taiwan tomorrow morning, although its projected path remains uncertain.

Taiwan’s most common cancer has shifted from colorectal cancer to lung cancer, according to the Health Promotion Administration (HPA). This change was observed in 2021, ending a 15-year record held by colorectal cancer. The HPA’s report listed the top 10 cancers, with lung and colorectal cancers being the most common. Other cancers on the list include breast, liver, oral, prostate, thyroid, stomach, skin, and pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer notably made the list for the first time. Dr. Chen Jin-shing, chief of surgery at National Taiwan University Hospital, explained that the shift is not surprising as lung cancer has been the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for the past decade. The HPA’s Cancer Prevention and Control Division director, Lin Li-ju, highlighted an increase in early lung cancer detection following the introduction of low dose computed tomography (LDCT) screening in 2022. In 2021, there were 121,762 new cases of cancer registered in Taiwan, marking the first decline in new patient numbers. On average, a person was diagnosed with cancer every 4 minutes and 19 seconds. HPA Director-General Wu Chao-chun urged individuals to reduce their risk factors and recommended regular screenings for early detection and treatment, especially for those at high risk.

The approval rating of President Tsai Ing-wen has dropped to a record low of 43.9%, decreasing by 5.7 points from the previous month, according to a recent survey conducted by My Formosa. Executive Yuan Premier Chen Chien-jen’s job approval rating declined by 40%, marking a personal low during his nine-month administrative period.

In recent years, Taiwan’s pork farming industry has experienced a significant decline, primarily attributed to a decrease in domestic hog farmers, reduced pork production, higher costs of raising pigs, and a government decision to subsidize imported pork from May to September in 2023.