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Taiwanese novelist takes a California road trip in Alvin Lu novel
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3 men arrested in New Taipei for allegedly robbing tourists
New Taipei, Sept. 16 (CNA) Three men have been arrested on suspicion of stealing from tourists in Taiwan, according to New Taipei police. The suspects were caught on Saturday last week during police patrols on Jiufen Old Street in New Taipei, a...
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‘Screenshot the Chou Tien Chen full pirouette’ challenge: Taiwanese relies on eclectic shot-making to down Ayush Shetty
It was a full-360 pirouette on the point that Chou Tien Chen won 7-4 early in the opening set, that would have made any elegant Kathak dancer, super proud.In the middle of a longish rally against upcoming Indian Ayush Shetty, who is 15 years his...
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8 Taiwanese artists featured at Massachusetts exhibition on peace
Taipei, Sept. 16 (CNA) A large-scale international art project that includes paintings from eight Taiwanese artists is on display at the Worcester Art Museum in Massachusetts (WAM), United States, inviting visitors to ponder the nature of peace....
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world Daily roundup: Vivian Sung recalls how a harrowing incident influenced her performance in new Taiwanese film 96 Minutes — and other top stories today
Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Vivian Sung recalls how a harrowing incident influenced her performance in new Taiwanese film 96 Minutes A sobering experience two years ago influenced how Taiwanese actress Vivian Sung...
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Taipei travel guide: 3 must-experience itineraries for families, adventurers and culture lovers
Philstar.com September 16, 2025 | 2:10pm Taipei is surely one of the most popular travel destinations right now! This international city, where tradition blends seamlessly with modern charm, offers a rich variety of experiences for every type of...
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Mercury hits 39°C in Wugu, New Taipei for second consecutive day
Taipei, Sept. 16 (CNA) Wugu District in New Taipei recorded Taiwan's highest temperature for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, reaching 39.2 degrees Celsius, according to Central Weather Administration (CWA) data. The temperature in Wugu was...
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If Chinese Regime Seizes Taiwan, It Could Trigger ‘Domino Effect,’ Taiwanese Minister Warns
Taiwanese Mainland Affairs Council Minister Chiu Chui-cheng speaks during an interview with Reuters in Taipei, Taiwan, on May 27, 2025. Ann Wang/Reuters China’s communist regime has been “actively preparing” for war to seize Taiwan, a Taiwanese...
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Taiwanese-Canadians host first ‘Taiwan Day’ with Blue Jays
About 500 members of the Taiwanese-Canadian community gathered yesterday for the first-ever "Taiwan Day," as the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 11-2 at a sold-out Rogers Center. The attendees traveled from across Canada, wearing...
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Taiwanese President Welcomes New Paraguayan Ambassador
President Lai Ching-te of the Republic of China (Taiwan) extended a warm welcome to Paraguay’s new ambassador, Darío Filártiga, upon the presentation of his credentials. When a new ambassador presents credentials, they formally submit a letter of...
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New Taipei’s Wugu posts hottest temperature of day at 39°C
Temperatures around Taiwan remained in the high 30s today, with Wugu District (五股) in New Taipei City recording the highest temperature at 39°C, the Central Weather Administration (CWA) said. The temperature in Wugu was recorded at 12:10pm, while...
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Taiwanese Canadians in Toronto host first 'Taiwan Day' with Blue Jays
Toronto, Sept. 14 (CNA) About 500 members of the Taiwanese Canadian community gathered Sunday for the first-ever "Taiwan Day," as the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 11-2 at a sold-out Rogers Center. The Taiwanese Canadians traveled...
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entertainment Vivian Sung recalls how a harrowing incident influenced her performance in new Taiwanese film 96 Minutes
A sobering experience two years ago influenced how Taiwanese actress Vivian Sung approached her role in her upcoming action-thriller film 96 Minutes. Once while walking along a narrow street in Taiwan in 2023, she noticed a SUV trying to get...
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District court again grants bail to ex-Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je (update)
Taipei, Sept. 15 (CNA) The Taipei District Court on Monday again approved bail for former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) and Taipei City Councilor Ying Hsiao-wei (應曉薇), keeping their original bails of NT$70 million (US$2.32 million) and NT$30...
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District court again grants bail to ex-Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je
Taipei, Sept. 15 (CNA) The Taipei District Court on Monday again approved bail for former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) and Taipei City Councilor Ying Hsiao-wei (應曉薇), keeping their original bails of NT$70 million (US$2.32 million) and NT$40...
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New Taipei's Wugu records Taiwan's highest temperature Monday
Taipei, Sept. 15 (CNA) Temperatures around Taiwan remained in the high 30s on Monday, with Wugu District in New Taipei recording the highest temperature at 39 degrees Celsius, according to Central Weather Administration (CWA) data. The temperature...
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Taiwanese wins nation’s first speedskating gold at World Championships
Taiwanese speedskater Kuo Li- yang (郭立陽) on Saturday won a gold medal in the men’s 200m dual time track final at this year’s Speed Skating World Championships held in Beidaihe, China. With a time of 17.599 seconds, the 22-year-old skater’s win...
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7 charming book cafés in Taipei where you can linger over coffee and good reads
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In Zhongshan District, DH Café functions as both café and creative studio, with reading nooks dotted between minimalist décor. The menu spans classic espresso drinks alongside seasonal offerings, while the book collection includes design...
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Tourniquets, gray-zone tactics, and secrecy: I attended an 8-hour course that teaches Taiwanese citizens what to do if China invades
Getting press access to Taiwan's Kuma Academy feels more like signing up for a covert operation than joining a civil defense class. After submitting credentials and waiting weeks for approval, I arrived at a nondescript office building in downtown...
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Taiwanese team develops self-tuning system that turns ambient vibrations into electricity
City streets, bridges and even quiet hallways vibrate with energy we rarely notice. Subways send a low rumble through the pavement, traffic makes overpasses quiver, and footsteps create faint ripples in the floor. Normally that motion disappears...
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