Man Penalized After Carrying Fruit Knife on Taipei MRT Sparks Late-Night Police Response
Taipei, Taiwan (February 8)— A heavy police presence at Taipei MRT’s Zhongshan Station late last night drew public attention after a social media user reported seeing officers rushing into the…
Three Injured in Tainan Rental House Fire Caused by Electric Heater, Fire Bureau Releases Safety Guidelines
Tainan, Taiwan — As temperatures drop sharply in recent days, many residents have turned to electric heaters to stay warm. However, the Tainan City Fire Department is urging the public…
Suspected Arsonist Arrested After Two Restroom Fires at Taipei MRT Stations
Taipei, February 8 — A 73-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after two separate fires broke out at men’s restrooms in Taipei MRT stations within a two-hour…
Cold Wave Tightens Grip on Taiwan, Temperatures Expected to Drop Below 6°C
Taipei, February 8 — A strong cold wave is sweeping across Taiwan, bringing chilly temperatures and scattered rainfall to northern and eastern regions early Saturday, according to weather experts. Low-lying…
Mackay Hospital Employee Threatens to Jump in Taipei, Safely Rescued After Emergency Response
TAIPEI, Taiwan — February 2 — An emergency situation unfolded at Mackay Memorial Hospital in Taipei on Monday morning after an employee threatened to jump from a hospital building, prompting…
Migrant Worker Arrested After Alcohol-Fueled Dispute in New Taipei
NEW TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan — February 2 — A late-night dispute involving migrant workers erupted in Yingge District, New Taipei City, after an alcohol-fueled argument turned physical, prompting police intervention…
Strong Cold Air Mass to Keep Taiwan Chilly as Temperatures May Drop to 8°C This Weekend
TAIPEI, Taiwan — February 2 — A continental cold air mass continued to affect Taiwan on Sunday, pushing temperatures lower across the island and raising the chance of snowfall in…
Yushan North Peak Sees Fresh Snowfall as Cold Air Mass Sweeps Taiwan’s Highlands
Yushan, Taiwan — February 2, 2026 A strong continental cold air mass brought abundant moisture to the mountainous areas of Nantou and Chiayi, resulting in rare snowfall at Yushan North…
Taiwan Labor Funds Post Record NT$1.12 Trillion Profit in 2025 as Stock Market Soars
Taipei, Taiwan — February 2, 2026 — Taiwan’s labor funds recorded their strongest performance on record in 2025, generating more than NT$1.11 trillion in profits as the local stock market…
Two Young Children Found Dead in Taichung Apartment; Mother Detained for Investigation
Taichung City, Taiwan — February 1, 2026 — A tragic incident unfolded in Taichung’s West District early Sunday morning after two young children were found dead in an apartment on…