2020/04/27 |
Not Tossing Around Coins: Taiwan’s Economic Stimulus In Light of Covid-19 Success
Taiwan's stimulus package is proportionately smaller than that of other countries affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, but the Taiwanese government and analysts think it's enough.
2020/04/21 |
2020 Press Freedom Index: A Decade of Uncertainty for Asia-Pacific
RSF has released its 2020 World Press Freedom Index, highlighting the restrictions that remain in the Asia-Pacific. The News Lens reporters and editors offer their insights and context for the report.
2020/04/16 |
6 Best Taiwanese Films to Watch on Netflix During Quarantine
Here are our staff picks for the best Taiwanese movies available on Netflix.
2020/04/14 |
‘Tigertail’: A Stillborn Romantic Idea
Alan Yang's feature debut explores a slew of important themes but fails to tell a coherent story.
2020/04/10 |
Animal Crossing Disappeared From Stores in China
China quietly removed Animal Crossing from the shelves overnight, prompting netizen outrage.
2020/04/09 |
Taiwan Challenges WHO Leader's Accusations, Renews Medical Aid Commitment
Taiwan's MOFA has responded to accusations of racism from WHO head Dr. Tedro by condemning the groundless attacks and announcing new medical aid efforts.
2020/04/06 |
CECC Advises Self-Health Management for Holiday Travelers and Expands Face Mask Rules
Taiwan's Central Epidemic Command Center expanded the face mask requirement for all public transit and taxis. Domestic travelers who had gone on vacation over the holiday weekend are advised to work from home for 14 days.
2020/04/01 |
Starting April 1, Face Mask Use Mandated for Intercity Transportation
Ahead of the Tomb Sweeping holiday weekend, the Ministry of Transportation enforces face mask use on intercity rail and bus transportation. This regulation does not apply to the MRT or city buses.
2020/03/18 |
Taiwan to Ban Entry of Foreign Travelers Over Imported Coronavirus Cases
Taiwan will ban foreign nationals from entering the country starting on March 19 due to a surge in imported coronavirus cases.
2020/03/09 |
Coronavirus Impact Prompts Illegal Unpaid Leave for Taiwanese Workers
Both domestic and international tour operators have allegedly put their employees on unpaid leave of absence without notifying the Department of Labor.
2020/03/03 |
Taiwan Pushes Back Against Coronavirus Disinformation
Disgruntled Chinese netizens are suspected to spread disinformation on the novel coronavirus outbreak status in Taiwan.
2020/02/17 |
Taiwan Expands Virus Screening After Suspected Community Transmission
Taiwan has seen the first suspected community-transmitted case of the coronavirus. To prevent community spread, Taiwan has expanded its screening measures to include any individuals with foreign travel history in the past 14 days.
2020/01/27 |
'Parasite' Makes Another Leap for South Korea's Cultural Economy
The viral success of "Parasite" marks another one of South Korea's successful cultural exports. Many critics credit the film's popularity to its universal story of urban poverty, but it goes far beyond the plot twists.
2020/01/11 |
Tsai Ing-wen Wins Major Victory in Taiwan's Presidential Election
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen will be in office for four more years.
2020/01/09 |
KMT Official Denies Threatening Chinese Defector Wang Liqiang
KMT official Alex Tsai has denied the allegations of threatening Chinese Defector Wang Liqiang to retract his story about spying for China and blaming the DPP for having bribed him to do so.
2020/01/02 |
Taiwan's Election Campaigns Paused After Helicopter Crash Kills Top Military Officer
A helicopter crash on Thursday killed Taiwan's military chief of staff and seven others only days ahead of the general election. Presidential and legislative candidate have paused their campaigning activities.
2019/12/16 |
New YouBike Registration Policy Creates Hurdles for Foreigners in Taipei
A new regulation prompting YouBike to require personal information for membership registration excludes foreign residents from being insured at the moment.
2019/12/16 |
Film Review: 'The Garden of Evening Mists'
The Garden of Evening Mists is a film we can watch and rewatch, and still can’t stop savoring the beauty of it like the Chopin record that never leaves the record player.