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Central government to oversee hotel, solar project EIAs
Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming confirms the central government will oversee environmental impact assessments for projects like hotels and solar power.
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Control Yuan raises alarm over carbon pricing delays
The Control Yuan raised concerns over delays in Taiwan’s carbon pricing system, risking the 2050 net-zero target. Emissions in 2022 were 264.13 million metric tons.
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Severe flooding hits Yilan, cleanup efforts underway
Severe flooding in Yilan County on Nov. 12 affected hundreds of homes. Residents began cleanup, citing the worst disaster since Typhoon Megi in 2010.
2024/11/13 16:10
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Minister Chen aims to prevent further marine pollution
Taiwan’s transportation minister plans to start oil extraction from the stranded Chinese barge at Yehliu on Nov. 14. The goal is to prevent environmental damage.
2024/11/12 23:00
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Taiwan adds 38 seismic stations to boost quake alerts
Taiwan enhances earthquake preparedness with 38 new seismic stations, AI warning systems, and plans for undersea cables. Learn about these advancements and their impact.
2024/11/11 15:29
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Taipei Metro’s Wanda Line phase one set for 2027 completion
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced the Wanda Line’s first phase will complete in 2027, enhancing Taipei-New Taipei connectivity. The line will cut travel time to 14 minutes.
2024/11/11 13:26
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Taiwan’s medical centers unevenly distributed, study finds
Taiwan’s medical centers are concentrated in Taipei, creating resource imbalances, says NTU professor. The study urges more public investment to address this.
2024/11/07 14:44
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Taichung official suspended amid harassment claims
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen suspends a city official amid sexual harassment allegations. An investigation is underway, with a commitment to gender equality.
2024/11/05 12:21
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Taiwan Power Co. plans slight electricity price adjustment
Taiwan Power Co. plans to adjust electricity prices due to rising fuel costs. Industrial rates will increase by up to 14%, while residential rates remain frozen.
2024/11/01 16:07
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國軍赴美接裝「海馬斯」受訓照陸網看光 顧立雄:會向美方反應
台灣向美方購買「海馬斯」多管火箭系統(M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System, HIMARS),陸軍今年起派員赴美將接裝,但照片在美方人員的社群平台曝光後,微博上竟出現受訓照片還公布受訓名單,引發個資被揭露的疑慮。對此,國防部長顧立雄今(1)日受訪表示,海馬斯的訓練本來就是公開資訊,沒有揭漏其他進一步個資,不過還是會向美方反映。
2024/11/01 11:50
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Taiwan considers law changes to curb ticket scalping
Taiwan’s culture minister may amend laws to combat ticket scalping if current methods fail. Jay Chou’s concert tickets hit NT$300,000, causing public outrage.
2024/10/30 15:14
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7-11 opens eighth X-STORE at Taiwan Ocean University
President Chain Store Corp. opens its eighth X-STORE at National Taiwan Ocean University, enhancing Taiwan’s cashier-less retail with advanced AI technology.
2024/10/28 23:00
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Taipei mayor backs anti-scalping measures for concerts
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an supports measures against ticket scalping amid Jay Chou concert issues. A proposed law amendment suggests a real-name ticketing system.
2024/10/28 14:40
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Typhoon Kong-Rey forms, path remains uncertain
Typhoon Kong-Rey forms, moving northwest at 32 kph, with potential Fujiwara effect with Typhoon Trami. Taiwan’s impact remains uncertain as paths are monitored.
2024/10/25 11:10
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Typhoon Trami to bring heavy rain to Taiwan
Typhoon Trami, 930 km southeast of Cape Eluanbi, is set to bring wind and rain to Taiwan, says the CWA. Another system may become Typhoon Kong-rey. Stay updated.
2024/10/23 10:27
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Debate over maternity benefits for live-in foreign workers
Labor Minister Ho Pei-shan plans to extend maternity benefits to live-in foreign workers, addressing societal concerns. Discussions continue on improving support.
2024/10/17 22:00
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Minister clarifies carbon fees not tied to nuclear energy
Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming clarifies that carbon fees are unrelated to nuclear energy. He addresses industry impacts, debunks housing price rumors, and discusses Taiwan’s carbon pricing strategy.
2024/10/14 11:18
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大改BMW X3出征越野拉力賽!「全新配備」挑戰2500公里沙漠
BMW宣布以大改款X3參加美國越野拉力賽!今年6月中旬,BMW正式發表了G45世代的全新X3,不僅在外觀融入了新世代元素,座艙內也導入最新的BMW Operating System 9車載作業系統,搭配著12.3吋與14.9吋雙曲面螢幕,給予駕駛及乘客最新穎的乘車體驗。在這不久,BMW近期就宣布將以X3出征即將開展的Rebelle Rally女子越野拉力賽,針對車輛進行改裝,挑戰駛過約莫2,500公里的美國沙漠。
2024/10/12 16:21
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Justice minister proposes new life sentence classifications
Justice Minister Cheng Ming-chien announced plans for a tiered life imprisonment system, following a court ruling on the death penalty. The proposal aims to offer judges more sentencing options.
2024/10/07 14:05
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Xizhi-Donghu MRT construction to start by year-end
New Taipei City’s Department of Rapid Transit System plans to finalize contracts for the Xizhi-Donghu MRT line by year-end, aiming for completion by 2032. The project includes six elevated stations and spans 5.56 kilometers.
2024/10/02 22:00
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Korean YouTuber praises Taipei Metro’s convenience, quality
Korean YouTuber Sangmi praised Taipei Metro’s cleanliness, orderliness, and bilingual signs, sparking discussions on South Korean forums. Korean tourists appreciate the system’s convenience and friendly environment.
2024/10/02 20:00
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Father calls Taiwan’s justice system dead after verdict
Father outraged by New Taipei school murder verdict, calling it unfair and criticizing Taiwan’s justice system. He plans to appeal, arguing the law is too lenient.
2024/09/30 16:10
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Director Wu urges local governments to follow central rules
Director Wu Shin-sho of the National Land Management Agency stressed the need for local governments to follow central regulations on volume incentives. He emphasized consistency and compliance during a press conference.
2024/09/27 17:19
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Former CCTV reporter to sue Taiwan’s immigration agency
Former CCTV reporter Wang Zhian sues Taiwan’s National Immigration Agency, claiming a politically motivated entry ban. He challenges the DPP government’s decision.
2024/09/26 14:22
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Taiwan braces for potential Typhoon Jebi this weekend
The Central Weather Administration announced a low-pressure system near the Ryukyu Islands may intensify into Typhoon Jebi by Saturday. Taiwan could face severe weather next week.
2024/09/26 14:19