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fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

This Luxury Dessert Train Has a 3-course Tasting Menu, Coastal Views, and Takes You to Hidden Gems in Taiwan-Here's What It's Like

Book early for travel in Taiwan to avoid stressful last-minute schedules.
#recall-vote
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Why is Taiwan holding a Great Recall' vote?

Voters in Taiwan will decide the fate of 31 KMT legislators in significant recall votes, impacting the KMT's legislative majority and Taiwan's political future.
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

China's Disinformation Offensive in Taiwan

China conducts overwhelming political warfare against Taiwan-disinformation, cognitive warfare, fake news. It's a constant battle for public perception and morale. And it's getting worse.
US politics
#wrongful-death
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Preparation is our only option': sirens wail as Taiwan simulates China attack in city streets

Taipei conducts urgent drills in response to missile threats, highlighting the seriousness of Taiwan's defense preparations against potential Chinese aggression.
#cybersecurity
Tech industry
fromThe Hacker News
2 months ago

Earth Ammit Breached Drone Supply Chains via ERP in VENOM, TIDRONE Campaigns

Earth Ammit is engaged in significant cyber espionage campaigns targeting Taiwan and South Korea, focusing on military and technology sectors.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
3 months ago

China reportedly admitted cyberattacks on US infrastructure

Chinese officials acknowledged directing cyberattacks on US infrastructure, linking them to Taiwan support, during a recent meeting with American counterparts.
Cryptocurrency
fromDatabreaches
1 month ago

Taiwan's BitoPro hit by NT$345 million cryptocurrency hack

BitoPro, Taiwan's second-largest crypto platform, lost approximately NT$345 million in a cyberattack involving advanced blockchain exploitation techniques.
Tech industry
fromThe Hacker News
2 months ago

Earth Ammit Breached Drone Supply Chains via ERP in VENOM, TIDRONE Campaigns

Earth Ammit is engaged in significant cyber espionage campaigns targeting Taiwan and South Korea, focusing on military and technology sectors.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
3 months ago

China reportedly admitted cyberattacks on US infrastructure

Chinese officials acknowledged directing cyberattacks on US infrastructure, linking them to Taiwan support, during a recent meeting with American counterparts.
#us-china-relations
fromtime.com
1 month ago
US politics

China Urges U.S. to Stop Inciting Conflict' in Asia-Pacific Region in Blistering Response to Hegseth

fromtime.com
1 month ago
US politics

China Urges U.S. to Stop Inciting Conflict' in Asia-Pacific Region in Blistering Response to Hegseth

US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Taiwan's forces are training to ride the subway into war if China invades

Taiwanese troops train for urban warfare and troop mobilization using subway systems amid rising tensions with Beijing.
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

This Classic Hong Kong Drink Was The Original Boba Tea Flavor - Tasting Table

Boba tea originated in Taiwan in the 1980s, with black milk tea as the first flavor, and gradually became popular worldwide.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Taiwan deploys advanced US rockets in closely watched part of annual drills

Taiwan is enhancing its military capabilities with HIMARS to counter threats from China.
#china
Tech industry
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Taiwan blocks exports to SMIC, Huawei in defiance of Beijing

Taiwan has blacklisted SMIC and Huawei, aligning more closely with US sanctions and signaling a shift in its geopolitical stance.
SF politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Chinese issues arrest warrants for alleged Taiwanese hackers

China issued arrest warrants for Taiwanese allegedly involved in hacking on behalf of Taiwan's government.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Taiwan holds huge war games to role play Chinese invasion scenarios

The 10-day live-fire Han Kuang exercise began on Wednesday, just a day after a Chinese military spokesperson warned of Beijing's inevitable reunification with Taiwan.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

In Taiwan, migrants flee oppressive workplaces for life on the periphery

The number of unaccounted for migrants on the island has doubled in the last four years, reaching 90,000 this January.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Greetings from Alishan, Taiwan, whose red cypress forests offer timeless beauty

Red cypress forests of Alishan in Taiwan provided a sense of inner calm and appreciation during a tumultuous reporting career.
#drones
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Deadline nears for Taiwan's Chinese immigrants to prove no China household registration

After living in Taiwan for three decades, if my Taiwanese household registration was canceled now, wouldn't I be a person without a country?
US news
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The 4 Best Taiwanese Whisky Brands, According To Industry Experts - Tasting Table

Good whisky features complexity in flavor and warm sensations; bad whisky is one-dimensional with a burning sensation.
Taiwan's whisky industry is gaining recognition, especially for brands like Kavalan.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

NATO 'very worried' amid a 'massive military buildup' an 'imminent' Chinese invasion of Taiwan - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

China's military buildup raises concerns about a potential attack on Taiwan and implications for European security.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: JD Vance Warned During 2024 Campaign Iran-Israel Conflict Mostly Likely' Way to Spark World War III

Iran and Israel conflict poses a significant risk of igniting World War III, according to Vice President JD Vance.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Taiwan places export controls on Huawei and SMIC | TechCrunch

Taiwan's export controls hinder Huawei and SMIC from accessing essential resources for AI chip production.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Hong Kong police warn users over downloading secessionist' mobile game

Hong Kong authorities warn that downloading a Taiwan-developed game could lead to arrest under secessionist laws.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Hong Kong Bans Taiwanese Video Game for Promoting Armed Revolution'

Hong Kong's national security police are targeting gamers, issuing a ban on the Taiwanese video game 'Reversed Front' for allegedly advocating armed revolution.
Video games
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Frequent TikTok users in Taiwan more likely to agree with pro-China narratives, study finds

Increased TikTok use among Taiwanese influences political attitudes, leading to more openness to pro-China narratives.
#architecture
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Where are US and China heading after Shangri-La Dialogue? DW 06/02/2025

The threat China poses is real. And it could be imminent. We hope not, but it certainly could be.
US politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Macron warns US not to abandon Ukraine at expense of focusing on China

Macron cautions against abandoning Ukraine while focusing on China's threats in the Indo-Pacific.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Delegation of Labour MPs arrives in Taiwan in first visit since UK election

The visit was about more than symbolism. It's about real, practical partnerships between the UK and Taiwan—two societies that value freedom, fairness and international cooperation.
UK politics
US news
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Think You're Smarter Than Slate's Managing Audience Development Editor? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

This week's news quiz covers diverse current events, including nuclear energy updates and the need for stable power in Puerto Rico.
World politics
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Taiwan claims China is using cash to win over developing nations

Taiwan's foreign minister claims China is pressuring nations to sever ties with Taiwan, but these tactics may be losing effectiveness.
#nvidia
Tech industry
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Nvidia sets up shop in Taiwan with AI supercomputers and HQ

Nvidia is expanding its presence in Taiwan with new AI supercomputers and an AI factory in response to regional tech tensions.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Did tutor disappear or was she murdered? Trial about to begin

A tutor is presumed dead, and her husband is the main suspect in a murder investigation.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Taiwan prepares to close the curtains on nuclear power DW 05/12/2025

Hsieh Hsing-ching remains committed to the anti-nuclear movement, reflecting on a significant protest against nuclear waste in Lanyu.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Taiwan prepares to draw curtain on nuclear power DW 05/12/2025

Hsieh Hsing-ching's enduring commitment to anti-nuclear activism reflects the continued struggle of the Tao people against the enduring presence of nuclear waste.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt said Taiwan could use kamikaze boats to protect itself from a Chinese invasion

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt advocates for Taiwan to adopt drone technology from Ukraine to defend against potential Chinese invasion.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

The Telegraph jumps the gun on World War III

A misleading headline sparked alarm over a supposed Chinese invasion of Taiwan, later clarified as a hypothetical scenario.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Papal inauguration risks raising tensions between China and Taiwan

Taiwan hopes its president will attend the new pope's inauguration amidst rising geopolitical tensions with China.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Taiwan confident of US support under Trump, minister says

Taiwan's Minister of Mainland Affairs expresses confidence in US support despite concerns over Trump's position on Taiwan.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Taiwan Condemns Somalia for Barring Its Passport Holders From Entering

Somalia's decision to bar Taiwanese passport holders reflects increased pressure from China, particularly as Taiwan strengthens ties with Somaliland, a self-governing region seeking recognition.
SOMA, SF
Arts
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Where Form Speaks Volumes: 7 Buildings to Explore Taiwan's Unique Cultural Architecture

Cultural architecture fosters daring designs that enhance community identity and attract tourism.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Taiwan cracks down on holders of Chinese ID amid fears over propaganda and espionage

Taiwan is intensifying the crackdown on illegal Chinese identity documents, leading to revocation of citizenship for many individuals.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Taiwan president will not attend Pope Francis's funeral

Taiwan's president Lai will not attend Pope Francis's funeral; former vice-president Chen Chien-jen will represent Taiwan instead.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Crazed passenger carried off plane after chomping down on crew member - see the wild video

Shortly after boarding, the unnamed miscreant reportedly clashed with a flight attendant and refused to take his seat, distressing other passengers.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

This Country Is the Happiest Place in East Asia-and It Has Incredible Street Food, Beautiful National Parks, and Bubbling Hot Springs

"... when society is more benevolent, the people who benefit most are those who are least happy," a Gallup report shared with Travel + Leisure stated.
East Bay food
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Google bets on geothermal to power data centers in Taiwan | TechCrunch

Google's investment in 10 megawatts of geothermal power in Taiwan marks its first geothermal initiative in Asia, showcasing a commitment to renewable energy.
European startups
Toronto startup
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Google's geothermal energy ambitions are growing

Google's first geothermal energy agreement in Taiwan supports its commitment to renewable energy and emissions reduction goals.
fromNature
3 months ago

Mysterious human fossil found in Taiwan was a Denisovan

I'm very excited to see this," says Janet Kelso, a computational biologist at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology in Leipzig, Germany. "This expands our understanding of Denisovans and their geographical range."
OMG science
Music
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Musicians protest through song at festival in Taiwan

Taiwan's music festival featured politically charged performances reflecting on the island's geopolitical tensions with China.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Trump tariffs: 50 nations seek new US trade talks DW 04/06/2025

Dozens of countries seek to renegotiate US tariffs, with Taiwan aiming for zero tariffs amid market volatility.
fromEater NY
3 months ago

This Shop's Taiwanese Focus Was What Made It Special. Now, Trump's Tariffs Put It in Jeopardy.

The double-digit tariffs are upending how many small businesses function, with Yun Hai facing a crucial threat to their already narrow profit margins.
Toronto startup
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on the US trying to take chip manufacturing from Taiwan: 'Why can't those be made with robotics in America?'

Donald Trump's going to deeply study those. And those are going to come later on how to reshore from Taiwan all that semiconductor manufacturing.
Tech industry
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump's Tariffs Don't Apply to Chips, but Taiwan Remains Wary

Taiwan's semiconductor industry is crucial to global supply chains and is currently navigating new U.S. tariffs.
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