TAIPEI

Nov 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New Taipei City's Christmas Carnival: A Festive Feast for the Senses

New Taipei City is gearing up for a spectacular Christmas celebration, blending technology, art, and beloved characters to create an immersive experience. The city's Tourism and Travel Department has unveiled plans for the 2025 Christmasland, themed around a "Circus Carnival, " which will transform several key locations into a winter wonderland. The event, set to ru...

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

Fiji's UN Envoy Visits Taiwan: A Diplomatic Maneuver

In a surprising move, a high-ranking Fijian diplomat paid a visit to Taiwan this week. Filipo Tarakinikini, Fiji's permanent representative to the United Nations, met with Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim. This visit is quite unusual because Fiji officially recognizes China, which strongly opposes any diplomatic interactions with Taiwan. The meeting took place ...

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Nov 05 2025CRIME

The Luxurious Life of a Scammer: How One Man's Cybercrime Empire Unraveled

A wealthy businessman is under fire. Authorities in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore have taken action. They've seized assets worth hundreds of millions of dollars. These assets belong to a Cambodian businessman named Chen Zhi. The U. S. accuses him of running a massive cyber-scam network. This network spans multiple countries, including the U. S. , the U. K. , and P...

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Oct 27 2025POLITICS

China's Bold Move Near Taiwan Amidst Upcoming Trump-Xi Talks

China recently showcased its military might by flying H-6K bombers near Taiwan, as reported by Chinese state media. This move comes just before the U. S. and Chinese presidents are set to meet in South Korea. The bombers, capable of carrying nuclear weapons, participated in simulated confrontation drills, demonstrating China's commitment to defending its territorial ...

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

Taiwan's Opposition Party Picks New Leader Amid China Tensions

Taiwan's Nationalist Party, or KMT, has a new leader. Cheng Li-wun, a former lawmaker, won the election. She beat five other candidates, including former Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin. Cheng is the second woman to lead the party. She promised to change the KMT from "sheep" to "lions. " Cheng's win comes at a tense time. Some people say China tried to influence the elect...

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Jul 19 2025LIFESTYLE

A Comfortable Journey: Exploring EVA Air's Business Class from London to Bangkok

EVA Air's Royal Laurel Class offers a top-notch experience for travelers heading from London to Bangkok. The flight, which includes a brief stop in Taipei, is operated using the same aircraft and flight number throughout. This review focuses on the London to Bangkok leg, highlighting the boarding process, seat comfort, in-flight entertainment, meals, and overall serv...

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Jun 15 2025POLITICS

Taiwan's Political Parties Under Siege by Espionage Charges

Taiwan is in the midst of a major crackdown on Chinese spies. A number of political staffers from both the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and the opposition Kuomintang (KMT) are facing serious charges. This is all part of a nationwide effort to combat espionage. The DPP has seen four of its members charged with spying for the Chinese Communist Party. T...

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May 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Hottest Tech at Computex 2025: What's New and Worth Buying

The tech world is buzzing with the latest from Computex 2025 in Taipei. AI is the star of the show, with big leaps in processing power and efficiency. Nvidia and AMD are leading the charge with new GPUs, and Intel is teasing its upcoming "Panther Lake" processors. The spotlight isn't just on laptops and computers, though. There's a lot more to explore. Gamin...

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May 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Next-Gen Tech Unveiled: What to Expect at Computex 2025

The upcoming Computex 2025 is shaping up to be a major event for tech enthusiasts. This year's event, happening from May 20 to May 23 in Taipei, Taiwan, promises a lot of exciting announcements. At Computex, companies typically showcase products that are closer to market readiness. This makes it a great place to see what gadgets and devices might hit the she...

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May 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Taiwan's Tech Boost: NVIDIA's New Global Hub

Taiwan is set to gain a significant tech boost with NVIDIA's upcoming announcement of its new global headquarters. The news is expected to drop during CEO Jensen Huang's visit to Taiwan for the Computex 2025 tech conference in Taipei. This move is no surprise, given the strong ties between NVIDIA and Taiwan's TSMC, a key player in chip manufacturing. The exact locat...

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