Taoyuan Launches Major Bus Upgrade Plan with New Routes and Disney-Themed Vehicles
The Taoyuan City Government is stepping up efforts to improve public transportation with the rollout of its “TAB New Taoyuan Main Line” program, a large-scale initiative designed to make commuting…
Magnitude 6.1 Earthquake Jolts Northern Taiwan, Aftershocks Expected
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the coast of Yilan County on the evening of May 1, sending tremors felt across much of Taiwan and prompting safety checks and alerts…
Peso Slides to Record Low as Dollar Strength and Global Tensions Pressure Markets
Manila, Philippines (April 30, 2026)— The Philippine peso weakened further on Wednesday, breaking past the 61-per-dollar level and marking another record low amid a stronger US dollar and continued global…
3 Injured in Motorcycle Collision After Red Light Violation in Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung, Taiwan (April 28, 2026)— Three people were injured in a road accident involving three motorcycles after a rider allegedly ran a red light at an intersection in Fengshan District…
Man in Taoyuan Charged Over AI-Fabricated Food Safety Scare on Potatoes
Taoyuan, Taiwan (April 28, 2026)— Authorities in Taiwan have taken legal action against a man accused of spreading false information online about alleged food poisoning incidents linked to potatoes, causing…
Woman Dies After Apartment Fire in Taoyuan’s Guishan District
Taoyuan City, Taiwan (April 28, 2026) — A 38-year-old woman died after a residential fire broke out on the second floor of a multi-unit building in Guishan District on Tuesday…
Fugitive Migrant Worker Arrested in New Taipei; Drugs Seized During Police Inspection
New Taipei City, Taiwan (April 28, 2026) — A Vietnamese runaway migrant worker previously wanted for kidnapping and extortion was arrested late at night in New Taipei City after attempting…
DOJ: Former Congressman Zaldy Co No Longer in Czech Custody
April 28, 2026 — Prague, Czech Republic — Former Ako Bicol party-list Representative Zaldy Co, who is facing corruption and malversation charges in the Philippines over an alleged ghost flood…
Stranded OFW from Saudi Arabia Finally Home in Nueva Ecija After Ordeal and Lack of Support
Nueva Ecija — A distressed overseas Filipino worker (OFW) has finally returned to her hometown after experiencing difficulties abroad and seeking immediate assistance upon arrival in the Philippines. The OFW,…
Worker Dies After Electrocution and Fall During Rooftop Work in New Taipei
NEW TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan — April 27, 2026 — A 61-year-old construction worker died after being electrocuted and falling from a residential building while carrying out rooftop work in New…