Did Hong Shen-han’s visit to mainland China lead the Lai administration into the “one China principle” trap? Mainland Affairs Council strongly rejects the allegation: “This matter” cannot diminish Taiwan’s status
Hoping Wang Huimei will turn back before it’s too late? Hung Meng-kai urges her: If a DPP county magistrate takes office and launches “this move,” it could ruin her reputation
Tomorrow’s weather: Heavy rain across Taiwan won’t stop until this day! Typhoon Saola set to dissipate as “torrential rain turns purple”; this week’s forecast at a glance
National Day Gala to be held in New Taipei on 10/9; free tickets available from 1 p.m. on 9/5. Artists from several countries and New Taipei performance groups gather in Banqiao under the theme “The World’s Stage, All Together in Taiwan”
A lifesaver for critical care! NTU presents research findings on an automatic turning air mattress for critically ill patients, delivering stable improvements in care quality
Media in a country that severed diplomatic ties accuses Taiwan of “giving cash to Palauan officials”; Foreign Ministry hits back, saying the outlet is maliciously smearing Taiwan with Chinese funding
A must-read for university students looking to rent at the start of term! Actual rental prices near 3 Tamsui-area universities revealed: studio apartments near Tamkang University are cheaper in peak season; find the most affordable area
2026 Taichung affordable stays guide: 12 high-value accommodations under NT$3,000 near Taichung Station, Calligraphy Greenway and Fengjia Night Market, starting at NT$1,200
What to do about a damp, moldy ceiling? An expert uses 1 handy product to “remove old mold stains without scrubbing,” quickly restoring a bright, like-new finish
After 286 days of hard going at sea, the rust-streaked USS Lincoln arrives in Thailand! U.S. carrier crew party in Pattaya for five days, but these places are off-limits
Liu Shan wasn’t really a fool! After Zhuge Liang’s death, he used 3 strategies to keep Shu Han going for more than 30 years—stop being misled by TV dramas
Hepatitis C cluster reported at a Banqiao clinic in New Taipei! 11 patients infected; health department orders clinic to suspend operations and refers doctor for disciplinary action
Bai Lu and Wang Xingyue’s “Tang Palace Mystery Case” loses out! TOP 10 costume dramas from mainland China in 2026 with the best on-screen chemistry: the champions’ sizzling tension and steamy bathhouse kiss set tongues wagging
He spent NT$100 million buying 0050! Guo Zherong made NT$16 million but insists, “I absolutely won’t sell in September”: Taiwan stocks will surge to this level by year-end
Hepatitis C cluster infects 11 people at Antai Songhe Clinic in New Taipei; health department fines clinic NT$300,000 and orders it to suspend operations
What’s going on with UMC? Three major institutional investors dumped 48,000 lots in one day, making it the most heavily sold stock, while “these 2 electronics stocks” saw more than 30,000 lots snapped up
“Iran doesn’t necessarily have to fall into total economic collapse”: Bessent explains the “economic isolation campaign,” saying a turning point will come if pressure continues
Beijing Watch: Is the tax-avoidance route for Taiwanese businesses closed? China suddenly withdraws a 32-year tax exemption for foreign shareholders; dividends taxed at a flat 20% starting in September
Two hot restaurant brands open at the Taipei Dome! Texas Roadhouse launches its first “3.0 urban-format store,” while SALT&STONE creates a new California vacation-style destination
Have you stored water? 9 counties and cities face water outages tomorrow, with interruptions lasting up to 15 hours and no water morning or evening; check your home’s outage area with one click
Hung Li-wen spends NT$4.02 million on Mid-Autumn gift-box orders from 20 sheltered workshops: “I’m paying in my personal capacity; not a penny of party money”
Three growth drivers boost Taichung’s consumer spending: supermarket revenue doubles in 8 years, convenience stores add 552 outlets, leading all six special municipalities in both growth measures
He focused on powering up his cosmos, while his assets were siphoned into crypto! Saint Seiya creator betrayed by a trusted aide; Masami Kurumada seeks 2.9 billion yen in damages
Factory cybersecurity alerts should do more than just sound: 睿控網安 introduces 4 new AI capabilities in its next-generation Edge to seize OT security opportunities
Knowing only Traditional Chinese doesn’t mean you understand Taiwan: Ministry of Digital Affairs announces sovereign AI evaluation framework, bringing government, industry and academia together to build a trusted application ecosystem
Should unwanted raincoats and umbrellas go in the trash or recycling? Environmental Protection Bureau announces the correct disposal method so you won’t be fined NT$1,200 for sorting them incorrectly
Taichung joins forces with green-energy companies to promote ocean sustainability through a multipronged effort including fish fry releases and beach cleanups to protect shorelines
Recycle and get shopping credits! PX Mart’s recycling machines to expand to 600 units by year-end, teaming up with ECOCO and O'right to become part of circular-city infrastructure
Taiwan-Japan precision manufacturing exchange held in Hsinchu; Chang Hong links CPO, silicon photonics and microfabrication to seize new AI supply-chain opportunities
SEMICON Taiwan opens as AI chip boom rewrites competitive rules; Deloitte warns Taiwan companies of three major trends and says they cannot focus only on capacity expansion
Princess Cruises exits Taiwan market! Why the outcome is still dismal despite surpassing 1.19 million passengers; netizens point to three key factors: it cannot make money
Chiang Wan-an’s son selected for a government-funded study-abroad program, sparking privilege controversy; Ling Tao angrily says the DPP has angered parents across Taiwan
Outrageous! 11 hepatitis C cases linked to an outbreak at Antai Songhe Clinic in New Taipei; CDC finds 9 major deficiencies, including reuse of needles
Can Chiang Te-li not apply for a J-1 visa because he is a U.S. citizen? Professor questions exchange-student eligibility under regulations; Taipei’s Education Department responds
Beijing Watch》Former Amnesty International employee detained for 6 hours on a business trip to mainland China! Taiwan Affairs Office says it screened a “stalking horse for anti-China forces”; should young Taiwanese beware of becoming “people of risk”?
The best-value yolk pastry isn’t Xiao Pan or Bu Er Fang! Food lovers recommend another bakery for its “crisp, flaky, plump filling that isn’t cloyingly sweet”: “I can’t find anything better”
Ko Wen-je and Cheng Li-wen flanking her as she completes registration; Kao Hung-an: Let Hsinchu City’s development move faster, benefits upgrade further and city governance become optimal!
〈Taiwan Business Bank investor conference〉New Youth Housing Loan accounts for 42% of mortgage balance, which hits a record NT$337.7 billion; corporate construction loans face strict borrower screening
〈Taiwan Business Bank earnings briefing〉Waller’s path is hard to predict! Retreat from forward guidance amplifies volatility; executives reveal the 3 figures with the biggest impact
The gap between Taiwan and U.S. stocks widens, raising the risk of a catch-up drop? In the second half, stocks with a “low base” offer resilience and catch-up gains!
ASUS partners with Qualcomm to launch a pharmaceutical AI assistant, with the first rollout in southern Taiwan and potential demand of up to ten thousand units
Accton launches R&D on massive-antenna base stations for B5G/Pre-6G, strengthening Taiwan’s independent capabilities in advanced communications equipment