Work and classes suspended notice (Hsinchu County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
Hsinchu County met the criteria for suspending work and classes on 10/24. The measure applies to government agencies at all levels and public and private schools.
Hsinchu City met the criteria for suspending work and classes on 10/24. The measure applies to government agencies at all levels and public and private schools.
Due to strong gusts from Typhoon Champi, a precautionary road closure has been implemented on the Suhua Highway section from Nanao to Heping in Yilan County (Provincial Highway No. 9, 124K+600~145K+49).
Due to strong gusts from Typhoon Champi, a precautionary road closure is in effect on the section of Provincial Highway No. 9 from 104K+100 to 113K+200 in Nanao Township, Yilan County.
Shimen Reservoir (release into Dahan River): water-regulation release (Taoyuan City, New Taipei City, Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
水利署 issued a notice on regulated water releases from Shimen Reservoir into the Dahan River. The affected areas include parts of New Taipei City, Taipei City and Taoyuan City. Residents along the river are advised to remain alert and stay away from the riverbed.
Typhoon warnings for sea and land (Yilan County, Hualien County, Nantou County, Pingtung County, Miaoli County, Taoyuan City, Kaohsiung City, Keelung City, Lienchiang County, Yunlin County, New Taipei City, Hsinchu City, Hsinchu County, Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Changhua County, Taichung City, Taipei City, Taitung County, Tainan City, Penghu County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
The Central Weather Administration issued a sea and land typhoon warning as moderate Typhoon Champi (CHAMPI) enveloped Taiwan. Yilan County, Taipei City and other areas faced threats of strong winds and heavy rain, prompting heavy rain advisories and wind hazard alert levels.
Facts
Central pressure: 945 hectopascals
Maximum sustained winds near the center: 43 meters per second
Shilin Weir (releasing water into the Daan Creek): regulated water release (Miaoli County, Taichung City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
水利署 issued a notice on regulated water releases from Shilin Weir, affecting several administrative districts in Taichung City and Miaoli County. Residents are advised to stay alert and away from the riverbed.
Yellow alert for debris flows and large-scale landslides in Hsinchu County
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
農業部農村發展及水土保持署 issued yellow alerts for debris flows and large-scale landslides in several villages in Jianshi Township, Hsinchu County, covering 26 potential debris-flow streams and 2 potential hazard areas. The alert is in effect from 18:30 to 21:30 on October 23, 2026.
Yellow alert for debris flows and large-scale landslides in New Taipei City
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
農業部農村發展及水土保持署 issued yellow alerts for 31 potential debris-flow streams in Sanxia and Wulai districts of New Taipei City, effective from 18:30 to 21:30 on October 23, 2026.
Yellow alert for debris flows and large-scale landslides in Taoyuan City
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
農業部農村發展及水土保持署 issued yellow alerts for debris flows and large-scale landslides in several neighborhoods in Fuxing District, Taoyuan City. A total of 31 potential debris-flow streams and 1 potential hazard area met alert criteria. The alerts are in effect from 18:30 to 21:30 on October 23, 2026.
Jiji Weir (release into the Zhuoshui River): water release for regulation (Nantou County, Yunlin County, Changhua County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
水利署 issued a notice on regulated water releases from Jiji Weir into the Zhuoshui River, affecting several townships in Nantou County, Yunlin County and Changhua County. Residents along the river are advised to remain alert and stay away from the riverbed.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
亞東紀念醫院 will suspend afternoon and evening outpatient services on October 24, 2026, for an unspecified reason. Morning outpatient services and emergency services will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部雙和醫院 will suspend outpatient services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部樂生療養院 will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning outpatient services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部臺北醫院 will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning outpatient services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced that 瑞芳礦工醫院 in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, will suspend services on Oct. 24, 2026. The emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced that 新泰綜合醫院 in Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City, will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning outpatient services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
新北市立土城醫院 (built and operated under contract by 長庚醫療財團法人) has no Saturday night clinics as usual. Morning and afternoon services and the emergency department will operate normally on Oct. 24, 2026.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for 國泰綜合醫院 in Xizhi District, New Taipei City. The hospital will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced that 國立臺灣大學醫學院附設醫院金山分院 in Jinshan District, New Taipei City, will suspend services in the morning, afternoon and evening on Oct. 24, 2026. The emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for 宏仁醫院 in Sanchong District, New Taipei City. The hospital will suspend services in the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
佛教慈濟醫療財團法人台北慈濟醫院 in Xindian District, New Taipei City, will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning outpatient services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for En Chu Kong Hospital in Sanxia District, New Taipei City, on Oct. 24, 2026. There will be no Saturday afternoon or evening services; morning services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for Mackay Memorial Hospital in Tamsui District, New Taipei City. The hospital will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
天主教耕莘醫療財團法人耕莘醫院's Ankang campus in Xindian District, New Taipei City, will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning outpatient services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for 耕莘醫院 in Xindian District, New Taipei City. The hospital will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for 天主教耕莘醫療財團法人永和耕莘醫院 in Yonghe District, New Taipei City. The hospital will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient information (New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced that 仁愛醫院 in Shulin District, New Taipei City, will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning outpatient services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Chiayi City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
戴德森醫療財團法人嘉義基督教醫院 will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning outpatient services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Chiayi City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部嘉義醫院 will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning outpatient services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Chiayi City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
臺中榮民總醫院嘉義分院 will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Some morning outpatient services will be available, and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Chiayi City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 issued a notice that 陽明醫院 in Chiayi City has no Saturday night clinic on the evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Outpatient services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Chiayi City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
天主教聖馬爾定醫院 in Chiayi City will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning outpatient services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
諸元內科醫院 in Beigang Township, Yunlin County, will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Emergency services will also be suspended; only morning services will operate normally.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
彰化基督教醫療財團法人雲林基督教醫院 will have no afternoon services or evening clinic on Oct. 24, 2026. Morning services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced that 國立成功大學醫學院附設醫院斗六分院 in Douliu City, Yunlin County, will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning outpatient services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for 洪揚醫院 in Douliu City, Yunlin County. Morning, afternoon, evening and emergency services will operate normally on Oct. 24, 2026.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for 信安醫院 in Douliu City, Yunlin County. The hospital will suspend afternoon and evening services and emergency services on Oct. 24, 2026. Morning services will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for 長庚醫療財團法人雲林長庚紀念醫院 at No. 1500, Gongye Road, Zhongxing Village, Mailiao Township, Yunlin County. The hospital will be closed in the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for 安生醫院 in Douliu City, Yunlin County. The hospital will suspend evening services and have no emergency services on Oct. 24, 2026. Morning and afternoon services will operate normally.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced that 全生醫院 in Beigang Township, Yunlin County, will suspend outpatient and emergency services on Oct. 24, 2026. It will be closed in the morning and afternoon, with no evening or emergency services.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced changes to outpatient and emergency services at 北港仁一醫院 in Yunlin County on Oct. 24, 2026. The hospital will have no afternoon, evening or emergency services; only morning services will operate as usual.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for 若瑟醫院 in Huwei Township, Yunlin County. There will be no outpatient services in the afternoon or evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
Facts
No. 74 Xinsheng Road
There are no afternoon clinic services scheduled for 10/24.
There are no evening clinic services scheduled for 10/24.
Hospital emergency and outpatient service information (Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
衛生福利部 announced outpatient and emergency services information for 中國醫藥大學北港附設醫院 in Beigang Township, Yunlin County. The hospital will suspend services on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 24, 2026. Morning services and the emergency department will operate as usual.
High Temperature Information (Hualien County, Taitung County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
中央氣象署 issued a yellow high-temperature alert for Hualien and Taitung counties. Due to subsidence caused by the typhoon circulation, foehn winds are possible from the evening of the 23rd to the 24th. The public is advised to reduce outdoor activities, use sun protection and stay hydrated.
Heavy rain advisory (Hualien County, Nantou County, Kaohsiung City, Yunlin County, Hsinchu City, Chiayi County, Taichung City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
中央氣象署 issued a heavy rain advisory. Due to the outer circulation of Typhoon No. 29, localized extremely heavy or torrential rain is possible in mountainous areas of Yilan County from tonight (23) to tomorrow (24). Other designated areas also face the possibility of heavy or significant rain. The public is urged to watch for sudden downpours and mountain hazards.
Heavy rain advisory (Yilan County, Hualien County, Nantou County, Miaoli County, Taoyuan City, Keelung City, New Taipei City, Hsinchu County, Taichung City, Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
中央氣象署 issued a heavy rain advisory. Due to Typhoon No. 29 and its outer circulation, localized extremely heavy or torrential rain is possible in mountainous areas of Yilan County from tonight (23) to tomorrow (24). Heavy or significant rain is also possible in Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taoyuan City, Hsinchu County and Miaoli County. The public is urged to watch for sudden downpours and the risk of landslides and falling rocks in mountainous areas.
Heavy rain advisory (Miaoli County, Taoyuan City, New Taipei City, Hsinchu County, Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
中央氣象署 issued a heavy rain advisory. Due to the outer circulation of Typhoon No. 29, localized extremely heavy or torrential rain is possible in mountainous areas of Yilan County from tonight (23) to tomorrow (24). Localized heavy or extremely heavy rain is possible in mountainous areas of Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taoyuan City, Hsinchu County and Miaoli County. The public is urged to watch for sudden downpours and the risk of landslides and falling rocks in mountainous areas.
With Typhoon No. 29 approaching, 中央氣象署 issued a heavy rain advisory for Yilan County. Localized extremely heavy or torrential rain is expected in mountainous areas of Yilan from the evening of the 23rd to the 24th. Neighboring counties and cities also face the possibility of heavy or significant rain. The public is urged to watch for sudden downpours and mountain hazards.
Strong wind advisory for land areas (yellow alert) (Yilan County, Hualien County, Kinmen County, Nantou County, Pingtung County, Miaoli County, Taoyuan City, Kaohsiung City, Keelung City, Lienchiang County, Yunlin County, New Taipei City, Hsinchu City, Hsinchu County, Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Changhua County, Taichung City, Taipei City, Taitung County, Tainan City)
Land strong wind advisory (orange alert) (Yilan County, Hualien County, Pingtung County, Miaoli County, Taoyuan City, Kaohsiung City, Keelung City, Lienchiang County, Yunlin County, New Taipei City, Hsinchu City, Chiayi County, Changhua County, Taichung City, Taitung County, Tainan City, Penghu County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
The Central Weather Administration issued a land-based strong wind advisory, warning that under the influence of the typhoon and its peripheral circulation, many counties and cities may experience average winds of Beaufort force 9 or above or gusts of force 11 or above on the 23rd (orange alert). Some areas will remain under an orange alert on the 24th. The public is urged to guard against strong winds.
台灣自來水公司 will suspend water supply in parts of Dongshi Township and Taixi Township, Yunlin County, for pipeline replacement work and customer connection changes.
Pipeline replacement work and customer connection changes by 台灣自來水公司 in some villages in Dongshi Township and Taixi Township, Yunlin County, have resulted in a water outage.
Flights gradually resume as typhoon moves away; Taoyuan Airport braces for afternoon rush on the 24th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon Fengshen is gradually moving away, and flights at Taoyuan International Airport will gradually resume on the 24th. An estimated 607 flights will take off and land throughout the day, with the peak period for clearing the backlog from 1 to 4 p.m.
Facts
An estimated 607 flights will take off and land throughout the day
A total of 563 flights were canceled at Taoyuan Airport on the 23rd
A total of 230 flights actually took off and landed during the day
美國運通 to cut about 5% of global workforce, embracing AI to streamline organization
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
美國運通 reported its 3rd-quarter results, and CEO Steve Squeri announced plans to cut about 5% of its global workforce and record US$336 million in restructuring costs, aiming to streamline the organization, reduce management layers, promote automation and make better use of AI.
Typhoon Fengshen strikes, leaving 1 dead and 350 injured
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
According to the 中央災害應變中心, Typhoon Fengshen’s impact on Taiwan has left 1 person dead and 350 injured. Another 187 people were injured, mostly lightly. There were 3,671 general damage reports, with fallen trees the most common; more than 138,000 households lost power, and 4,372 people were evacuated.
Facts
1 dead
350 people injured
Another 187 people
A total of 3,671 general damage reports
1,706 cases being handled
376 buildings damaged
More than 138,000 households experienced power outages
No winner for Lotto grand prize; 2 Mid-Autumn Festival bonus tickets each win NT$8.5 million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
There was no winner of the grand prize in Lotto draw No. 115099. As the Mid-Autumn Festival bonus was split equally in the final draw, 2 tickets each won NT$8.5 million.
Facts
Draw No. 115099
Winning numbers: 40, 38, 33, 09, 45, 10
Bonus number 02
Original預估銷售新台幣0.9至1.1億元
The accumulated grand prize is estimated to reach as much as NT$120 million
Prize of NT$2,269,237
2 sets drawn
361 tickets drawn
The NT$1 million prize for each set is NT$8.5 million
Taiwanese tourist killed in Kawaguchiko; female suspect says they became close during trip and went to room to chat
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Taiwanese woman was fatally stabbed in Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. A 27-year-old Taiwanese woman surnamed Yang was arrested on suspicion of the killing. She said she had become close to the victim during their trip and went to her room to chat. The kitchen knife used in the attack was purchased locally.
Kudo Shizuka and Yoko Takahashi perform as scheduled despite Typhoon Fengshen
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Despite the impact of Typhoon Fengshen, concerts in Taipei by Japanese singers Kudo Shizuka and Yoko Takahashi will go ahead as scheduled, with Takahashi’s concert starting 1 hour later. Taiwanese singer You Ya’s concert in Kaohsiung will also proceed as planned.
今彩539 draw No. 115257: 4 tickets win the top prize
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The winning numbers for 今彩539 draw No. 115257 were announced. Each of the 4 top-prize tickets wins NT$6 million; each of the 250 second-prize tickets wins NT$20,000; 69 tickets won the first prize in 3星彩, each receiving NT$5,000; and 1 ticket won the first prize in 4星彩, receiving NT$50,000.
台鐵 services suspended before noon on the 24th between Keelung and Changhua, on the Yilan Line and on the North-Link Line
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台鐵 announced that, due to Typhoon Fengshen, numbered trains on the Western Trunk Line between Keelung and Changhua, the Yilan Line and the North-Link Line will be suspended before noon on the 24th. Some other sections and tourist trains will also be affected, while services on the remaining sections will return to normal.
白宮: US first lady helps broker Russia-Ukraine ceasefire in Oleshky, effective 10/29
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
白宮 said US first lady Melania Trump helped broker a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in Oleshky, which will take effect on 10/29 to allow humanitarian aid to enter and civilians to evacuate.
Apple’s first foldable phone, iPhone Duo, goes on sale as fans line up to buy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
蘋果公司’s first foldable phone, iPhone Duo, went on sale at stores in London, Berlin and Tokyo, with fans lining up in the rain to buy it. Early reviews praised its design and hinge but noted compromises in the camera, software adaptation and ease of use. Consumers responded positively, saying the hardware was impressive and could potentially replace a tablet, though the price was high and some features were restricted in the EU.
Facts
Original(中央社倫敦/柏林/東京23日綜合外電報導)
I was already lining up in the pouring rain at 9:30 p.m. last night
Also at the London store, Avis, 29, who works in medical administration
Mafani, a 21-year-old student at the London store
Dimitri, a 21-year-old student at the London store
A 33-year-old male office worker at the Tokyo store who was considering buying one
It may not be available to buy until January next year
Shooting in Paris suburb leaves 1 dead and at least 4 injured; suspect arrested as anti-terror prosecutors take over
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A shooting in Trappes, a suburb of Paris, left 1 person dead and at least 4 injured. The suspect has been arrested. Anti-terror prosecutors have taken over the investigation, suspecting a link to a terrorist criminal organization. The motive remains unclear.
Tanker carrying first shipment of Russian diesel estimated to reach US on 11/7; Kremlin only confirms vessel has departed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ship-tracking data showed that the tanker Agioi Fanendes, carrying the first shipment of Russian diesel, had set sail and is expected to reach the United States on 11/7. This would mark the first US import of such cargo since the Biden administration banned Russian oil imports, following an agreement between Trump and Putin. The Kremlin confirmed the vessel had departed but did not specify its destination, while Russia’s deputy prime minister said further shipments would continue.
Facts
Loaded with 40,000 metric tons of ultra-low-sulfur diesel
Monthly diesel exports rise to a normal level of 3 million to 3.5 million tonnes
Japanese adventurer takes on Taiwan’s 百岳 in a single continuous route, linking them on foot over 4 months
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Japanese adventurer Yohki Tanaka is expected to set out from Fugui Cape Lighthouse on Nov. 1, aiming to hike and link Taiwan’s 百岳 within 4 months. The journey will cover about 2,000 kilometers and aims to set a new record and promote cultural exchanges between Taiwan and Japan.
Parts for air-launched Hsiung Feng III missile suspected to be made in China; 中科院 says it is conducting inspections to address concerns
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中科院 responded to concerns that a filter used for communications testing of the air-launched Hsiung Feng III missile may have been made in China, saying the part is a precision-machined component with no electronic materials. It proactively inspected the part as part of stepped-up checks on Chinese-made products and asked the supplier to provide an explanation to address concerns. It has not yet been tested alongside the communications equipment and aircraft.
Typhoon Fengshen hits Taiwan; Chiang Wan-an says Taipei will see its worst winds and rain from tonight through dawn
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As Typhoon Fengshen hits Taiwan, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced that work and classes would be suspended tomorrow. The worst winds and rain are expected from tonight through dawn. As of 7 p.m., 577 reports of damage had been received, and 6 people were injured.
New York City Council passes ban; Central Park horse-drawn carriages to become history in 2028
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New York City Council passed a bill banning horse-drawn carriages from carrying passengers in Central Park. If signed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the ban will take effect in June 2028. The measure aims to address animal welfare and public safety concerns and will affect about 150 carriage drivers and nearly 200 horses.
Facts
The ban will take effect in June 2028
Help about 150 current carriage drivers
Has continued for nearly 20 years
Owners of nearly 200 horses
Currently costs $150 for 45 minutes
(NT$4,900) and up
Caused the death of an 18-year-old Indian tourist
Central Park, which receives 42 million visits a year
Companies mentioned:中央社、法新社、運輸勞工工會、Central Park Conservancy
EU and China discuss mutual lifting of corporate sanctions, involving German supplier to 艾司摩爾
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The European Union and China are discussing the mutual lifting of corporate sanctions. China has proposed removing 艾司摩爾 supplier Sindlhauser from its export control list in exchange for the EU lifting sanctions on 湖北玉莎集團.
Typhoon Fengshen leaves 146,000 households without power; 台電 sends crews from other regions to speed repairs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon Fengshen left more than 146,000 households across Taiwan without power. 台電 activated a cross-region support mechanism to speed up repairs, and power has been restored to nearly 84% of affected households. The main outage areas are Chiayi County, Kaohsiung City, Yunlin County and Tainan City.
Senior civil service social worker oral exam postponed to the 26th; other categories to proceed as scheduled on the 25th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Due to Typhoon Fengshen, the oral exam for the Level 3 Senior Examination social worker category has been postponed from the 24th to the 26th. Other categories will proceed as scheduled on the 25th.
Facts
Rescheduled for the 26th
Other categories will be held on the 25th
Oral exams for a total of 10 categories
Apply for a refund of the registration fee within 15 days after the exam
Typhoon Fengshen disrupts Golden Bell Awards, postponing ceremony; Kaoru Kobayashi and Super Junior’s Leeteuk unable to attend
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 61st Golden Bell Awards television ceremony has been postponed due to Typhoon Fengshen, with the variety program and drama awards ceremonies rescheduled for the 25th and 26th. Japanese actor Kaoru Kobayashi and Super Junior’s Leeteuk will be unable to attend because of the typhoon.
Crowds demonstrate again in Paris on the 24th; businesses board up or close to protect themselves
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Violent vandalism at shops during demonstrations in France last weekend prompted Paris businesses to take precautions ahead of crowds taking to the streets again on the 24th. Measures include boarding up windows, hiring private security, adjusting business hours or closing.