A collapsed wall of a house after an earthquake in Lucao township, Chiayi County Taiwan

6.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Taiwan, Injuring 27 and Triggering Landslides

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.0 struck southern Taiwan early Tuesday, leaving 27 people injured and causing widespread disruptions. The tremors were felt across the island, with the epicenter recorded 12 kilometers north of Yujing, a district known for its...
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Chinese Cyberattacks on Taiwan Reach Alarming New High: 2.4 Million Cases Reported in 2024

Taiwan's National Security Bureau (NSB) reported a significant surge in cyberattacks targeting government departments in 2024, with daily averages soaring to 2.4 million attacks—double the 1.2 million daily attacks recorded in 2023. The bureau attributes the bulk of these attacks...
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US Approves $385 Million Arms Sale to Taiwan Amid Growing Tensions with China

In a move likely to provoke strong objections from Beijing, the United States has approved a proposed arms deal with Taiwan valued at $385 million. The package includes spare parts for fighter jets, radar systems, and communications equipment, according to...
Taiwan Conducts Air Defence Drill Ahead of President Lai’s Pacific Tour

Taiwan Conducts Air Defence Drill Ahead of President Lai’s Pacific Tour Amid Heightened China Tensions

Taiwan's military carried out an early morning air defence drill on Thursday (Nov 28), testing its response and engagement procedures just days ahead of President Lai Ching-te’s diplomatic trip to the Pacific, which includes planned transit stops in the United...
Taiwanese Fishing Boat Captain Freed After Four-Month Detention in China Over Alleged Illegal Fishing

Taiwanese Fishing Boat Captain Freed After Four-Month Detention in China Over Alleged Illegal Fishing

A Taiwanese fishing boat captain held in China for over four months has been released following the payment of a fine, Taiwan’s coast guard announced on Saturday. The captain, whose vessel was detained in July, returned to Taiwanese waters late...
Elderly Tourist Killed, Four Others Injured in Taiwan Walkway Collapse Near Fumei Suspension Bridge

Elderly Tourist Killed, Four Others Injured in Taiwan Walkway Collapse Near Fumei Suspension Bridge

A tragic accident occurred on Wednesday, November 13, in Chiayi's scenic Alishan Township, where an elderly tourist was killed and four others were injured following the collapse of a wooden walkway leading to the popular Fumei Suspension Bridge. According to...
US-Taiwan

US Set to Continue Taiwan-Focused Policies After Presidential Election, Taiwanese Official Says

The United States will continue its supportive approach toward Taiwan regardless of the outcome of its presidential election, a senior Taiwanese security official stated on Wednesday, November 6. Amid a fiercely competitive race between Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic...
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Taiwan’s Second Volunteer Fighter Dies in Ukraine, Sparking Further Concern Back Home

In a somber announcement, Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on Sunday, November 3, that a second Taiwanese volunteer soldier fighting in Ukraine has been killed amid the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The man, whose identity is being...
Workers remove a tree that fell on top of a parked car in Yonghe District, New Taipei. Oct. 31, 2024

Typhoon Kong-rey Downgraded to Tropical Storm as It Moves Away from Taiwan

Typhoon Kong-rey, once one of the strongest storms to hit Taiwan in decades, was downgraded to a tropical storm on Friday as it moved east-northeast, departing from Taiwan’s coast. This downgrading brought relief after the storm caused significant damage and...
Workers remove a tree that fell on top of a parked car in Yonghe District, New Taipei. Oct. 31, 2024

Typhoon Kong-rey Weakens as Taiwan Prepares for Heavy Rain and a Gradual Return to Normalcy

Typhoon Kong-rey has decreased slightly in strength but continues to bring severe weather, particularly heavy rainfall, across western Taiwan, according to the Central Weather Administration (CWA). As of Thursday evening, the storm’s core had exited Taiwan’s main island and was...
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