2020/09/02 |
Taiwan Unveils New Passport Design
Taiwan has revealed a new passport design, reducing the size of the words "Republic of China."
2020/08/21 |
Philippine-Made Hair Product Listed Manila as ‘Province of China’
Manila's mayor ordered the closure of at least four businesses selling hair products erroneously labeling the Philippines as a province of China.
2020/08/20 |
Taipower Brings in Cows to Assist in Taiwan’s Energy Transition
To avoid harming the environment, Taipower prohibited the use of herbicides for the task of protecting its solar panels from weeds. It's called on cows instead.
2020/08/13 |
Taiwan to Amend Age of Majority From 20 to 18
Taiwan will lower the legal age of majority from 20 to 18 in its Civil Code.
2020/08/12 |
Czech Delegation Including Prague Mayor to Visit Taiwan in August
Prague's Taiwan-friendly mayor Zdeněk Hřib will join a contingent of Czech politicians visiting Taiwan at the end of August.
2020/07/30 |
A Timeline of Lee Teng-hui's Political Career in Taiwan
Taiwan's first democratically elected president, Lee Teng-hui, passes away at 97.
2020/07/28 |
Taiwan Confirms 5 Imported Cases; Expert Calls For Mandatory Testing
Increasing concerns over the possibility of undetected cases in Taiwan have led to calls for mandatory testing for all incoming and departing travelers.
2020/07/27 |
Taiwanese Indie Band Deca Joins Rolls With '2020 Canceled Tour'
Taiwan's music industry is in the doldrums because of Covid-19. But one indie band, Deca Joins, is taking the challenge as an opportunity to show the importance of live music.
2020/07/22 |
Taiwan to Reopen Border for Foreign Visitors Seeking Medical Treatment
Starting August 1, Taiwan will accept foreign nationals traveling to the country for medical treatment.
2020/07/20 |
'USA Caucus' Established in Taiwan's Legislature
A caucus was established today in Taiwan's legislature to advocate for closer ties to the United States.
2020/07/17 |
Chen Chu Confirmed as Head of Control Yuan Amid Lawmaker Brawl
Taiwan's legislature approved the appointment of Chen Chu as the head of the Control Yuan despite a rather chaotic morning.
2020/07/15 |
Hualien Education Department Investigates ‘Blue Whale Challenge’ Among Teenagers
Hualien County’s Department of Education has notified all teachers to assist in the investigation into anonymous messages inviting students to join the "Blue Whale Challenge."
2020/07/11 |
Singapore’s Ruling Party Wins Crisis Election, But Opposition Gains
Singapore’s ruling People’s Action Party wins the general election again, continuing its uninterrupted streak. But it was also a massive victory for the opposition Worker's Party, which may hold over 10 percent of the parliament seats for the first time.
2020/07/10 |
Taiwan Film Festival in Australia Is Happening Now
Taiwan Film Festival in Australia is bringing 19 sensational titles to viewers who will be able to enjoy a taste of Taiwanese cinema from the comforts of their home.
2020/07/03 |
Taiwan to Resume Operations at Guam Office
Taiwan's Economic and Cultural Affairs Office had suspended operations in Guam in August 2017 due to budget concerns. The move comes as Taiwan-U.S. relations are seen to be on the upswing.
2020/06/30 |
5 Korean Movies to Watch Besides ‘Parasite’
There's much more to Korean cinema than 'Parasite.'
2020/06/22 |
Japan: Ishigaki City Council Votes to Inscribe 'Senkaku' Into Administrative Name of Disputed Islands
The Ishigaki City Council in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, voted to officially use the term "Senkaku" in the name of disputed island territories.
2020/06/10 |
Han Kuo-yu Accepts Fate; Revenge Recalls and Rally Planned by Supporters
Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu will not challenge the results of the referendum that ousted him from office. But his supporters have applied to hold a rally in Taipei, and citizens groups have launched campaigns to recall politicians who supported Han's removal.