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www.nytimes.com
23 hours ago
Digital life

The Man Who Shaped China's Strongman Rule Has a New Job: Winning Taiwan

Wang Huning is a key ideological adviser to Xi Jinping, influencing China's policies and unity approach with Taiwan. [ more ]
The Atlantic
1 day ago
World news

Taiwan Isn't Ready for China-Or Trump

Trump's reelection could jeopardize U.S. commitments to international allies, particularly regarding Taiwan's defense against China. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 day ago
Miscellaneous

Taiwan: President Lai defiant on anniversary of China battle DW 10/25/2024

Taiwan will not relinquish control over its territories, reaffirming the commitment to defend its homeland against external pressures. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 day ago
Miscellaneous

Taiwan 'will not yield an inch' of land, Lai says DW 10/25/2024

Taiwan's President vows to defend all territories against external threats, highlighting the importance of freedom and democracy. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 days ago
Digital life

China Turns Up the Heat on Taiwan With Live-Fire Drills

China's live-fire military drills heighten regional tensions, particularly following a series of record-setting military activities aimed at Taiwan. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
World news

South Africa asks Taiwan to move embassy out of capital DW 10/18/2024

South Africa has requested Taiwan to relocate its liaison office to emphasize non-diplomatic ties, reflecting challenges in international recognition. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
23 hours ago
Digital life

The Man Who Shaped China's Strongman Rule Has a New Job: Winning Taiwan

Wang Huning is a key ideological adviser to Xi Jinping, influencing China's policies and unity approach with Taiwan. [ more ]
The Atlantic
1 day ago
World news

Taiwan Isn't Ready for China-Or Trump

Trump's reelection could jeopardize U.S. commitments to international allies, particularly regarding Taiwan's defense against China. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 day ago
Miscellaneous

Taiwan: President Lai defiant on anniversary of China battle DW 10/25/2024

Taiwan will not relinquish control over its territories, reaffirming the commitment to defend its homeland against external pressures. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 day ago
Miscellaneous

Taiwan 'will not yield an inch' of land, Lai says DW 10/25/2024

Taiwan's President vows to defend all territories against external threats, highlighting the importance of freedom and democracy. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 days ago
Digital life

China Turns Up the Heat on Taiwan With Live-Fire Drills

China's live-fire military drills heighten regional tensions, particularly following a series of record-setting military activities aimed at Taiwan. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
World news

South Africa asks Taiwan to move embassy out of capital DW 10/18/2024

South Africa has requested Taiwan to relocate its liaison office to emphasize non-diplomatic ties, reflecting challenges in international recognition. [ more ]
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#us-china-relations
www.dw.com
1 day ago
Left-wing politics

Trump vs. Harris: Who does China prefer in the US election? DW 10/25/2024

Both major US parties are unified in maintaining pressure on China ahead of the election.
The future of US-China relations is uncertain, but momentum for strategic competition will likely persist post-election. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
World news

Biden approves $567 million in defense support for Taiwan DW 09/30/2024

The US reinforces its military support for Taiwan with a $567 million defense package amid escalating US-China tensions. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Digital life

Taiwan and U.S. Work to Counter China's Drone Dominance

American and Taiwanese entities are collaborating to enhance drone production for defense against China. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
World news

US Air Force says war with China in the Pacific is not 'imminent or inevitable' but the threat is growing

War with China is not imminent, but the threat is increasing due to advanced military capabilities and drills. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 day ago
Left-wing politics

Trump vs. Harris: Who does China prefer in the US election? DW 10/25/2024

Both major US parties are unified in maintaining pressure on China ahead of the election.
The future of US-China relations is uncertain, but momentum for strategic competition will likely persist post-election. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
World news

Biden approves $567 million in defense support for Taiwan DW 09/30/2024

The US reinforces its military support for Taiwan with a $567 million defense package amid escalating US-China tensions. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Digital life

Taiwan and U.S. Work to Counter China's Drone Dominance

American and Taiwanese entities are collaborating to enhance drone production for defense against China. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
World news

US Air Force says war with China in the Pacific is not 'imminent or inevitable' but the threat is growing

War with China is not imminent, but the threat is increasing due to advanced military capabilities and drills. [ more ]
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#constitutional-court
www.aljazeera.com
2 days ago
Black Lives Matter

Why are some Taiwanese afraid of giving legislators more power?

Controversial reforms to Taiwan's government oversight laws may jeopardize national security, sparking intense debate and a pivotal court ruling. [ more ]
time.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Taiwan Court Upholds Legality of Death Penalty but Limits Use to Only the Most Serious Crimes

Taiwan's Constitutional Court upheld the death penalty but limited its use to the most serious crimes with better safeguards. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 days ago
Black Lives Matter

Why are some Taiwanese afraid of giving legislators more power?

Controversial reforms to Taiwan's government oversight laws may jeopardize national security, sparking intense debate and a pivotal court ruling. [ more ]
time.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Taiwan Court Upholds Legality of Death Penalty but Limits Use to Only the Most Serious Crimes

Taiwan's Constitutional Court upheld the death penalty but limited its use to the most serious crimes with better safeguards. [ more ]
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Business Insider
1 day ago
Miscellaneous

Putin once asked Elon Musk to not activate Starlink over Taiwan as a favor to Xi Jinping: report

Putin requested Elon Musk to withhold Starlink from Taiwan as a favor to China, highlighting ties between Russia and China. [ more ]
#chinese-military
www.aljazeera.com
4 days ago
World news

Taiwan says blockade would be act of war as China holds more drills

A Chinese blockade of Taiwan would be considered an act of war with severe international trade repercussions. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

SEAL Team 6 is said to be training for a fight with China over Taiwan. Here's what it could do if Beijing invades.

SEAL Team 6 is preparing for a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan, but its role may be limited due to its mission focus. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 days ago
World news

Taiwan says blockade would be act of war as China holds more drills

A Chinese blockade of Taiwan would be considered an act of war with severe international trade repercussions. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

SEAL Team 6 is said to be training for a fight with China over Taiwan. Here's what it could do if Beijing invades.

SEAL Team 6 is preparing for a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan, but its role may be limited due to its mission focus. [ more ]
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Theregister
4 days ago
Business

AI's energy appetite has Taiwan reconsidering nuclear option

Taiwan may reconsider its nuclear energy strategy due to rising electricity demands from AI and semiconductor industries, amidst safety and public consensus concerns. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

From solitary confinement in China to self-exile in Taiwan: Inside a Hong Kong bookshop owner's fight to keep the free press alive

Lam Wing-kee continues to promote freedom and democracy through his bookstore in Taipei, despite facing financial difficulties and the challenges of selling politically sensitive literature. [ more ]
#china-relations
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Foreign Office asked for UK visit by Taiwan ex-president to be deferred' to not anger China

The UK Foreign Office postponed a visit by former Taiwanese president Tsai Ing-wen to avoid jeopardizing an upcoming trip to China by the foreign secretary. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago
Business

Taiwan says four employees of Apple supplier Foxconn arrested in China

Four Taiwanese Foxconn employees detained in China ignites concerns over trust, corruption, and risks for Taiwanese living abroad. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

US-Taiwan aid package a signal to China ahead of election? DW 10/04/2024

Biden approved a $567 million military aid package to Taiwan to enhance its self-defense capabilities. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
OMG science

Taiwan wants to go all-in on new submarines to keep China's navy at bay and pour billions into a big batch before the first sub is even combat-ready

Taiwan aims to enhance its defense against China by spending $9 billion on building submarines over 14 years. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Foreign Office asked for UK visit by Taiwan ex-president to be deferred' to not anger China

The UK Foreign Office postponed a visit by former Taiwanese president Tsai Ing-wen to avoid jeopardizing an upcoming trip to China by the foreign secretary. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago
Business

Taiwan says four employees of Apple supplier Foxconn arrested in China

Four Taiwanese Foxconn employees detained in China ignites concerns over trust, corruption, and risks for Taiwanese living abroad. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

US-Taiwan aid package a signal to China ahead of election? DW 10/04/2024

Biden approved a $567 million military aid package to Taiwan to enhance its self-defense capabilities. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
OMG science

Taiwan wants to go all-in on new submarines to keep China's navy at bay and pour billions into a big batch before the first sub is even combat-ready

Taiwan aims to enhance its defense against China by spending $9 billion on building submarines over 14 years. [ more ]
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www.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Exploring Taiwan's hot springs: A blend of relaxation and culinary delight

Taiwan is known as the Hot Springs Kingdom due to its diverse therapeutic hot springs and unique culinary experiences. [ more ]
New York Post
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Hochul admin establishing Taiwan ties in wake of indictment of alleged Chinese spy

Hochul's administration is set to open a trade office in Taiwan amidst espionage accusations against a former staffer related to Taiwan's sovereignty. [ more ]
Theregister
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Foxconn, Nvidia to deploy Taiwan's fastest AI supercomputer

Nvidia collaborates with Foxconn to build Taiwan's most powerful AI supercomputer, exceeding 90 exaFLOPS. [ more ]
#tsmc
Business Insider
2 weeks ago
Business

The world's largest chipmaker TSMC is about to be tested as it uses more and more power

TSMC faces challenges in achieving growth due to Taiwan's limited electricity supply and increasing energy demands from semiconductor production. [ more ]
Theregister
3 weeks ago
OMG science

TSMC prepares for Taiwan's Typhoon Krathon

TSMC is preparing for Super Typhoon Krathon but expects minimal operational impact, emphasizing routine safety precautions. [ more ]
Business Insider
2 weeks ago
Business

The world's largest chipmaker TSMC is about to be tested as it uses more and more power

TSMC faces challenges in achieving growth due to Taiwan's limited electricity supply and increasing energy demands from semiconductor production. [ more ]
Theregister
3 weeks ago
OMG science

TSMC prepares for Taiwan's Typhoon Krathon

TSMC is preparing for Super Typhoon Krathon but expects minimal operational impact, emphasizing routine safety precautions. [ more ]
moretsmc
WIRED
3 weeks ago
Business

Taiwan Makes the Majority of the World's Computer Chips. Now It's Running Out of Electricity

Taiwan's dependency on imported fossil fuels and insufficient renewable energy development threatens its future as a chip manufacturing leader. [ more ]
#typhoon-krathon
Prx
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

The World

The Palestinian humanitarian crisis and destruction in Gaza are escalating amidst ongoing conflict, which demands urgent global attention. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Typhoon Krathon makes landfall in Taiwan killing at least two people

Typhoon Krathon caused significant damage and evacuations in Taiwan, affecting infrastructure and leading to fatalities. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Two killed as weird' Typhoon Krathon crashes into southwestern Taiwan

Typhoon Krathon caused significant damage in Taiwan, claiming lives and disrupting daily operations, illustrating the storm's unusual path and intensity. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Typhoon Krathon hits Taiwan, killing two people and wreaking destruction

Typhoon Krathon causes severe damage in Taiwan, resulting in fatalities, injuries, and massive rainfall. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
World politics

2 Killed as Typhoon Krathon Drenches Taiwan Before Landfall

Typhoon Krathon caused two deaths and over 120 injuries in Taiwan, leading to extensive flooding and landslides, with significant rainfall recorded. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Typhoon Krathon: Taiwan braces for torrential rain DW 10/02/2024

Taiwan declared a day off in preparation for Typhoon Krathon, which brings the potential for severe weather, including strong winds and heavy rain. [ more ]
Prx
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

The World

The Palestinian humanitarian crisis and destruction in Gaza are escalating amidst ongoing conflict, which demands urgent global attention. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Typhoon Krathon makes landfall in Taiwan killing at least two people

Typhoon Krathon caused significant damage and evacuations in Taiwan, affecting infrastructure and leading to fatalities. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Two killed as weird' Typhoon Krathon crashes into southwestern Taiwan

Typhoon Krathon caused significant damage in Taiwan, claiming lives and disrupting daily operations, illustrating the storm's unusual path and intensity. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Typhoon Krathon hits Taiwan, killing two people and wreaking destruction

Typhoon Krathon causes severe damage in Taiwan, resulting in fatalities, injuries, and massive rainfall. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
World politics

2 Killed as Typhoon Krathon Drenches Taiwan Before Landfall

Typhoon Krathon caused two deaths and over 120 injuries in Taiwan, leading to extensive flooding and landslides, with significant rainfall recorded. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Typhoon Krathon: Taiwan braces for torrential rain DW 10/02/2024

Taiwan declared a day off in preparation for Typhoon Krathon, which brings the potential for severe weather, including strong winds and heavy rain. [ more ]
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#typhoon
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Taiwan: 'Weird' Typhoon Krathon lands on west coast DW 10/03/2024

Typhoon Krathon caused widespread disruption in Taiwan with strong winds, torrential rain, and significant casualties, leading to the closure of businesses and flights. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Taiwan: Weakened 'weird' Typhoon Krathon lands on west coast DW 10/03/2024

Typhoon Krathon makes unusual landfall in Kaohsiung, causing significant disruptions and safety alerts across Taiwan. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Taiwan: 'Weird' Typhoon Krathon lands on west coast DW 10/03/2024

Typhoon Krathon caused widespread disruption in Taiwan with strong winds, torrential rain, and significant casualties, leading to the closure of businesses and flights. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Taiwan: Weakened 'weird' Typhoon Krathon lands on west coast DW 10/03/2024

Typhoon Krathon makes unusual landfall in Kaohsiung, causing significant disruptions and safety alerts across Taiwan. [ more ]
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#lgbtq-rights
LGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Taiwan will now recognize same-sex marriages of Taiwanese-Chinese couples - LGBTQ Nation

Taiwan now recognizes same-sex marriages between citizens of Taiwan and China, enhancing equal marriage rights. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Taiwan to recognise same-sex marriages between Chinese and Taiwanese nationals

Taiwan will now recognize same-sex marriages between Taiwanese and Chinese nationals, allowing equal rights in registration and procedures. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Taiwan will now recognize same-sex marriages of Taiwanese-Chinese couples - LGBTQ Nation

Taiwan now recognizes same-sex marriages between citizens of Taiwan and China, enhancing equal marriage rights. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Taiwan to recognise same-sex marriages between Chinese and Taiwanese nationals

Taiwan will now recognize same-sex marriages between Taiwanese and Chinese nationals, allowing equal rights in registration and procedures. [ more ]
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#hezbollah
www.bbc.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Taiwan says it did not make Hezbollah pager parts

Taiwan denies making components used in Hezbollah pagers involved in lethal explosions. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

Tracking the exploding pagers used in apparent Israeli attack on Hezbollah

Hsu Ching-kuang's company faces scrutiny after pagers linked to deadly Hezbollah attacks were traced back to Gold Apollo, despite Hsu's denials of involvement. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Tech industry

This is very embarrassing': Middle East crisis takes a detour to an office park in Taiwan

Gold Apollo faces scrutiny after its pagers were linked to an attack on Hezbollah, prompting the CEO to deny their involvement. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

Taiwan Company Tries to Distance Itself From Pagers Used in Lebanon Attack

Gold Apollo denies involvement in manufacturing pagers used in a deadly attack, attributing responsibility to another company, B.A.C. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Hezbollah's deadly pagers were sourced from a Taiwanese company and contained explosive material planted by Israel: reports

Israel tampered with Hezbollah's pagers causing mass injuries and deaths, revealing serious security gaps in the militant group's operations. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Taiwan says it did not make Hezbollah pager parts

Taiwan denies making components used in Hezbollah pagers involved in lethal explosions. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

Tracking the exploding pagers used in apparent Israeli attack on Hezbollah

Hsu Ching-kuang's company faces scrutiny after pagers linked to deadly Hezbollah attacks were traced back to Gold Apollo, despite Hsu's denials of involvement. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Tech industry

This is very embarrassing': Middle East crisis takes a detour to an office park in Taiwan

Gold Apollo faces scrutiny after its pagers were linked to an attack on Hezbollah, prompting the CEO to deny their involvement. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

Taiwan Company Tries to Distance Itself From Pagers Used in Lebanon Attack

Gold Apollo denies involvement in manufacturing pagers used in a deadly attack, attributing responsibility to another company, B.A.C. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Hezbollah's deadly pagers were sourced from a Taiwanese company and contained explosive material planted by Israel: reports

Israel tampered with Hezbollah's pagers causing mass injuries and deaths, revealing serious security gaps in the militant group's operations. [ more ]
morehezbollah
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Taiwan dragged into Middle East politics after deadly pager blasts

Gold Apollo denies involvement in manufacturing pagers linked to explosions in Lebanon, distancing itself from the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

The US sent Taiwan waterlogged shipments of moldy body armor and machine guns tossed in a cardboard box, DoD watchdog says

US aid to Taiwan was severely compromised by water damage, risking international reputation.
Over two-thirds of military equipment sent to Taiwan was found to be unusable.
Poor logistics led to moldy body armor and outdated ammunition being delivered. [ more ]
Bon Appetit
1 month ago
NYC food

30 Days (of Soup) at a Postpartum Hotel

Postpartum recovery practices in Taiwan emphasize nutritious meals delivered by professionals to aid recovery. [ more ]
Fortune Asia
1 month ago
Business

Taiwan says Trump 'might have some misunderstanding' when he says island took U.S. chip industry

Taiwan's economy minister denied claims that Taiwan is stealing the U.S. semiconductor industry, emphasizing collaboration over conflict. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Taiwan court orders release of ex-Taipei mayor arrested in corruption probe

Ko Wen-je was released from detention due to insufficient evidence in a corruption case, as ruled by a Taiwanese court. [ more ]
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