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Death Toll in Taiwan Rose to 9

Apr 4, 2024

Taiwan's National Fire Agency reported that the death toll from the 7.4-magnitude earthquake that occurred in Hualien city has increased to at least 9, and the number of injured has exceeded 1,000. The earthquake was described as the…

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7.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Taiwan: 7 Dead, 711 Injured

Apr 3, 2024

Taiwan's Central Meteorological Administration reported a powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Hualien, Taiwan, marking the largest quake in 25 years. The seismic event caused buildings to collapse,…

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‘The Bombing of Master Han Dan’ Celebrated in Taiwan

Feb 25, 2024

Taiwanese people held 'The Bombing of Master Han Dan' celebrations in the Taitung district with firecrackers and decorations. The ritual is believed to bring luck and scare away bad spirits and is held on every 15th day of the Lunar New…

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Most Colorful Time in Taiwan: Spring Festival

Feb 6, 2024

Some people refer to it as Lunar New Year, while others may call it Chinese New Year or Spring Festival. The choice of name is yours, and all three terms hold the same meaning. For many Asian people, Spring Festival marks the best and…

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Green Energy in Taiwan

Jan 22, 2024

Taiwan is one of the world's most developed countries due to its high-tech industry and massive chip production capacity. However, this level of production requires a significant amount of electricity. Additionally, Taiwan's limited land…

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Lai Ching-te Becomes Taiwan’s New Leader

Jan 14, 2024

The winner of the Taiwanese presidential election, in which 70 percent of the voters participated, has become Lai Ching-te, the candidate of the ruling Democratic Development Party, by receiving 40 percent of the votes. Hsiao Mei-chin will…

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Taiwanese Presidential Election Ends

Jan 13, 2024

The voting process for the Taiwanese presidential and parliamentary elections ended at 16:00 local time. The counting has started and the election results are expected to be announced at night. Sixteen political parties are competing for…

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Typhoon Koinu Strikes Taiwan, Leaving a Trail of Destruction

Oct 5, 2023

Typhoon Koinu struck Taiwan with destructive force, causing widespread damage. The Category 4 typhoon brought heavy rains and winds of up to 252 kilometers per hour to the Hengchun peninsula, resulting in 190 injuries. Orchid Island in the…

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5 died, over 100 injured in Factory explosion in Taiwan

Sep 23, 2023

An explosion in a factory producing golf equipment in Taiwan's Pingtung region occurred while firefighters were battling the flames that broke out in it. It was announced that 5 people, including 3 firefighters, died, more than 100 people…

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Typhoon Haikui Expected to Worsen Conditions in Taiwan

Sep 4, 2023

Taiwan's Meteorological Department issued a warning about Typhoon Haikui, which is expected to intensify its impact starting Sunday evening. The typhoon is set to affect the eastern and southern regions of Taiwan, particularly Hualian and…

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