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Taiwan weather update: Showers in the north, warm elsewhere
Explore the latest weather update from Taipei as the Central Weather Administration reports a weak front over the northern sea, bringing brief showers to some areas and warm, muggy conditions across Taiwan. With a mix of sun and clouds, the public is advised to prepare for strong UV rays, potential travel impacts due to fog, and to stay cautious in mountainous regions due to aftershocks and rain-induced hazards. Air quality concerns also persist in the country’s western half.
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US urges China to engage in meaningful dialogue with Taiwan
Meta description: U.S. urges China to exercise restraint and not unilaterally change Taiwan Strait status quo after Chinese drones approach Kinmen; Taiwan considers response to China’s gray zone tactics, drawing from Philippines’ experience in South China Sea confrontations.
2024/04/09 17:25
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Taiwan, Australia strengthen ties amid regional challenges
President Tsai Ing-wen meets with Australian parliamentary delegation in Taipei to discuss strengthening partnerships, emphasizing security cooperation and regional stability. The talks highlight ongoing efforts to deepen economic ties and the importance of defense collaboration amid joint naval exercises in the South China Sea.
2024/04/08 17:13
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Hualien County hardest hit by Taiwan’s significant quake
A devastating 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan early Wednesday, leaving nine dead and causing extensive infrastructure damage, particularly in Hualien County. Officials urge caution amidst ongoing rescue efforts and potential aftershocks.
2024/04/03 19:13
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Taiwan Navy Chief to strengthen US ties amid China threats
Taiwan’s navy chief Tang Hua to visit U.S. for military ceremony and naval cooperation talks amid China threats. Tang’s visit part of U.S. "Joint Island Defence Concept" initiative. Plans for meeting with U.S. chief of naval operations Admiral Lisa Franchetti underway.
2024/03/29 16:41
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Tsai advocates for marine conservation in Penghu visit
President Tsai Ing-wen visits Penghu Ocean Conservation Education Center to promote marine conservation. Joining local officials, Tsai learns about seaweed farming, coral rehabilitation, and sea urchin farming. She plants a coral, emphasizing the importance of marine protection.
2024/03/28 17:10
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Taiwan works to resolve stranded citizen in China
TAIPEI (TVBS News) — China’s Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO) is verifying the situation of Taiwanese citizen Hu, stranded in China. The TAO spokesperson stated that appropriate action will be taken once the situation is confirmed. Hu’s family expressed their wish to visit him in China, while Chinese authorities cited discrepancies in his information. Legislator Chen Yu-chen mentioned that Hu has been in touch with his family daily.
2024/03/27 15:51
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Tsai urged to visit Taiping Island to assert sovereignty
Foundation Executive Director Hsiao Hsu-tsen warns that President Tsai Ing-wen’s failure to visit Taiping Island may break the tradition of asserting sovereignty in the South China Sea within two presidential terms, potentially affecting future claims and morale. The United States has historically opposed such visits, exerting pressure on former Presidents Ma Ying-jeou and Chen Shui-bian. Ma’s 2016 visit was not related to a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as clarified by Hsiao.
2024/03/26 17:23
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Premier affirms Taiwan’s sovereignty over Taiping Island
Premier Chen Chien-jen asserts Taiwan’s sovereignty over Taiping Island amidst regional tensions. President Tsai Ing-wen’s absence at the inauguration of the "Taiping Island Harbor Renovation Project" raises eyebrows. Chen highlights recent turbulent waters and unilateral actions jeopardizing regional peace. Taiwan vows to collaborate internationally for stability in the South China Sea.
2024/03/26 13:49
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Taiping Island Pier revamp fuels President visit speculation
The newly renovated pier at Taiping Island sparks speculation about President Tsai Ing-wen’s potential visit, highlighting the Republic of China’s sovereignty in the South China Sea. The renovation, costing NT$1.7 billion, aims to enhance the island’s humanitarian, military, and research capabilities. Former president Ma Ying-jeou supports the visit as a symbol of national sovereignty and peace in the region.
2024/03/18 18:43
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Taiwanese fishermen rescued by Chinese Coast Guard
Two Taiwanese fishers, surnamed Hu and Wu, were rescued by the Chinese Coast Guard after drifting out to sea from Kinmen. Authorities on both sides are coordinating their repatriation following a joint rescue effort.
2024/03/18 16:28
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Urgent search for 2 missing fishermen near Bei Ding Island
Two fishermen from Kinmen, surnamed Wu and Hu, went missing after setting off for a sea venture near Bei Ding Island. The vessel they used has not been located. The search operation by the Kinmen Coast Guard continues as authorities plan to resume efforts once the fog clears.
2024/03/18 10:43
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Taiwan’s military refutes rumors amid sea rescue
The Army Kinmen Defense Command responds to a Chinese fishing vessel incident near Dongding Island, with crew members in critical condition. Online speculation about the cause is refuted, emphasizing the commitment to humanitarian rescue efforts.
2024/03/14 15:17
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Philippines-China tensions rise over sea dispute
The Chinese Coast Guard claims regulation of Filipino vessels near the Second Thomas Shoal in the Nansha Islands. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. warns of retaliation if South China Sea sovereignty is disregarded. Tensions rise as Marcos accuses China of aggressive actions in the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone. China questions the Philippines’ stance on the South China Sea issue, criticizing Manila for manipulating international opinion and disrupting regional stability.
2024/03/05 17:15
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Over a third of dolphin species spotted near Taiwan waters
Discover how Kaohsiung Marine Bureau in Taiwan is leading the way in maritime animal preservation and rescue efforts, with over a third of the world’s dolphin and whale species spotted in nearby waters. Learn about their commitment to conservation, education, and successful rescue missions, as well as how they engage students in marine life awareness.
2024/02/27 17:33
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U.S. bolsters Western Pacific presence with carriers: report
Nearly half of the U.S. active aircraft carriers may be deployed in the western Pacific in 2024, signaling deterrence over the increasing military activities in the region by China and North Korea. This marks the first time five U.S. carriers are concurrently in operation in the Western Pacific, according to recent reports.
2024/02/19 13:24
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Anping Art Light District shines in Tainan
Discover the vibrant atmosphere of the Anping Art Light District in Tainan during the 2024 Taiwan Lantern Festival. Immerse yourself in 30 unique light installations set against a historical backdrop, complemented by sea breeze, humanities, and history. Join over 3 million visitors in enjoying aerial performances every weekend until March 10. Experience the magic of the "Dragon Comes to Taiwan" centerpiece lighting up Tainan’s High-Speed Rail Light District on Feb. 24.
2024/02/19 11:43
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男星情人節滿30歲!自曝「恐慌症發作」苦嘆:與它共存
緯來育樂台的「SEA海洋劇場」《換身密謀》中暖男塔納波·里拉塔納卡鄒(Tor)劇中默默守護妮露詠,雖然不是第一男主角,暖男的形象深受婆媽喜愛,被觀眾稱為《換身密謀》的大仁哥,在劇中塔納波飾演特警亞康與烏拉薩雅Yaya很多對手戲,戲裡暗戀長官的女朋友,一直在旁默默守護。而現實中的他與女友相交超過十年,被粉絲喻為最專情的男人。
2024/02/14 11:18
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President Tsai unlikely to visit Taiping Island: official
Former Taiwan National Security Council secretary-general Su Chi believes there is a low likelihood of President Tsai Ing-wen visiting Taiping Island in the South China Sea. Su cites concerns over U.S. objections and the potential risk to Tsai’s safety as reasons for this prediction. He points out that the U.S. opposes Taiwan’s involvement in South China Sea issues and that Tsai would have to contend with Chinese fighter jets, aerial escorts, and security threats if she were to visit the island. Su also notes that the U.S. would not support such a trip as it could emphasize Taiwan’s political stance in the ongoing tension between the Philippines and China.
2024/02/07 14:59
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Fisherman lands 102kg grouper, scores big at market
A Taiwanese fisherman named Su had an extraordinary fishing experience off the coast of Liuqiu, a coral island in the Taiwan Strait. Instead of catching the Spanish mackerel he was targeting, Su managed to reel in a massive 102-kilogram giant grouper. This impressive catch quickly became the center of attention upon Su’s return to port, selling for NT$50,000 at the Huaqiao Fish Market and earning him a substantial windfall. Tseng Yu-tsung, an official with the Liouciou Fishermen’s Association, explained that local fishers typically use largehead hairtail or Japanese jack mackerel as bait to attract Spanish mackerels. While mangrove red snapper and groupers may also bite, encountering a giant grouper of this size is incredibly rare and comparable to winning the jackpot. Pingtung County is known for cultivating giant groupers, but finding wild giant groupers weighing over 100 kilograms in the sea is extremely scarce.
2024/02/07 12:10
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載近萬人、20層甲板!全球最大郵輪「海洋標誌號」啟航 驚人費用曝
全球最大郵輪「海洋標誌號」(Icon of the Seas)27日在美國邁阿密(Miami)展開處女航,這艘船擁有20層甲板,可搭載最多9950人(含乘客及船員),將前往加勒比海(Caribbean Sea)展開7天的熱帶跳島旅程(island-hopping voyage);由於這艘船以液化天然氣(LNG)為動力,環保人士對甲烷排放深感擔憂。
2024/01/28 10:06
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Satellite-tagged sea turtle triumphs over tumors in Taiwan
A green sea turtle, previously afflicted with tumors, was released back into the wild in Taitung’s Shanyuan Bay. Rescued from a fishing net in July 2023, the turtle underwent successful treatment at the National Museum of Biology & Aquarium in Pingtung. Dr. Chen I-chun noted the increasing number of sea turtles with tumors globally, particularly along the eastern coast of Taiwan. Marine pollution or viral infections are suspected causes. The released turtle, the second in Taiwan to recover from a tumor, brings hope for the preservation of marine life.
2024/01/18 16:16
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亂象!陸黃牛集團湧東京迪士尼掃光限量周邊 高價轉賣日人怒
日本東京迪士尼是許多外國遊客赴日旅遊必去的熱門景點之一,而迪士尼海洋(Disney Sea)園區限定的達菲熊(Duffy)周邊商品也是不少鐵粉心目中必買的紀念品,然而日本《富士新聞網》報導,近日疑似有中國人組成的黃牛集團在迪士尼海洋大量掃貨,接著以更高的價格在二手拍賣網站上販售,讓日本遊客感到忿忿不平。
2024/01/18 14:34
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日本剛震完!泰國漁民捕獲地震魚 當地人怕爆憂災難前兆
俗稱「地震魚」的皇帶魚(giant oarfish)因棲息於深海,故每次在淺海區出現都會被視為大地震前兆。近日泰國有漁民在安達曼海(Andaman Sea)捕獲皇帶魚,消息在當地引起恐慌,不過專家解釋,這其實只是印度洋偶極(Indian Ocean Dipole)現象,因冷水進入安達曼海才出現罕見魚類。
2024/01/07 15:44
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丹麥將派遣護衛艦 加入以美國為首紅海護航行動
丹麥國防部長波爾森(Troels Lund Poulsen)今天指出,明年1月將派遣1艘護衛艦加入以美國為首的紅海(Red Sea)護航行動。
2023/12/30 06:22