Taiwan Cancels Airport Green Channels — All Carry-On Bags Now Subject to X-Ray Inspection
TAIPEI — Starting October 30, 2025, Taiwan’s airports will implement a stricter customs inspection policy as authorities move to strengthen border control against animal disease outbreaks such as African swine…
Taoyuan Court Dismisses Husband’s NT$1.5 Million Infidelity Lawsuit After Settlement
TAOYUAN (October 30, 2025)— A Taoyuan man surnamed Amin (pseudonym) filed a lawsuit seeking NT$1.5 million in damages from his wife, Xiaohua (pseudonym), and her lover, Xiaowang (pseudonym), after discovering…
Taiwan to Launch NT$150,000 IVF Subsidy Program in November
TAIPEI (October 30, 2025)— The Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) has announced new measures that will take effect in November, including expanded financial assistance for couples undergoing in vitro…
Costco Employee Reveals Monthly Pay Near NT$60,000, Sparks Online Debate
TAIPEI (October 30, 2025)– Curious about how much Costco employees earn? A recent post on Taiwan’s popular PTT forum has gone viral after a user shared an insider’s revelation about…
Taiwan Increases Fines for Unlicensed Driving and Noisy Vehicle Exhausts
October 30, 2025 – Taipei, Taiwan The Legislative Yuan has approved amendments to the Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act, significantly increasing fines for unlicensed vehicle operation and tightening rules…
Two Successive Northeast Monsoons to Bring Cooler Weather Across Taiwan
October 30, 2025 – Taipei, Taiwan Taiwan is set to experience two rounds of northeast monsoons in the coming days, bringing cooler temperatures—particularly in the northern and northeastern regions—according to…
Woman in Ghost Costume Terrifies Motorcyclist in Keelung Tunnel
Keelung Motorcyclist Frightened by ‘Ghost’ in Tunnel Turns Out to Be Halloween Prank — October 26, 2025 A late-night encounter inside the Keelung Zhongshan Tunnel turned terrifying for a motorcyclist…
Taiwan to Allow Intermediate-Skilled Migrant Workers in Hotels and Harbors Starting 2026
Beginning early next year, intermediate-skilled migrant workers will be permitted to work in hotels and harbor operations under a new government initiative aimed at addressing labor shortages in key service…
Taiwan to Approve New “Transnational Workforce Enhancement Program” to Address Labor Shortages
October 30, 2025 – Taipei, Taiwan The Executive Yuan is set to approve a major policy reform titled the “Transnational Workforce Enhancement Program” during its meeting tomorrow. Premier Cho Jung-tai…
Filipino Migrant Worker Suspected After Infant Found Dead in Taichung Drainage Ditch
October 29, 2025 – Taichung City, Taiwan A tragic discovery shocked residents of Tanzih District, Taichung City, early this morning when a passerby found an infant abandoned in a drainage…