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Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je Discharged from Hospital After Successful Surgery

Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je Discharged from Hospital After Successful Surgery

Recovery Underway Following Procedure for Ureteral Stone and Left Kidney Hydronephrosis

Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je was discharged from the Ministry of Health and Welfare Taipei Hospital today, following a surgical procedure to address a ureteral stone that caused left kidney hydronephrosis. The surgery took place at the hospital, and Ko Wen-je was seen leaving the facility in a...

Taiwan's "Escape from Taipei": A Surge in Outward Migration in Early 2024

Taiwan's "Escape from Taipei": A Surge in Outward Migration in Early 2024

What's Behind the Exodus? Almost 40,000 People Left Taipei in Just Three Months.

Taipei City experienced a significant population decline in the first quarter of 2024, prompting discussions about a "脱北 (Tuobei)" or "Escape from Taipei" phenomenon. From January to March, the city saw nearly 40,000 people move out, with over 20,000 leaving in March alone – a record high. The Taipei City Government (北市府 - Beishifu) suggests a possible connection to the central government's new 房屋 (house) tax 2.0 regulations. The new rules require individuals to establish their 戶籍 (huji - household registration) at the property. The deadline for establishing residency to take advantage of the new tax structure was March 24th. The timing seems to indicate...

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Heartbreak in Taiwan: Mother of Abandoned Newborn Faces Prosecution

Heartbreak in Taiwan: Mother of Abandoned Newborn Faces Prosecution

Authorities Investigate the Tragic Case of an Infant Found in Chiayi County

Taipei, April 3 - In a deeply unsettling case, authorities in Taiwan have referr...

Taiwan Faces Cyber Threat: Chinese Hacker Targets Hospitals and Businesses

Taiwan Faces Cyber Threat: Chinese Hacker Targets Hospitals and Businesses

CIB Uncovers Chinese National's Ransomware Scheme Crippling Vital Services and Exposing Sensitive Data.

Taipei, Taiwan – The Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) has announced the ide...

Taiwan Auto Part Makers Face Challenges Amidst US Tariff Hikes

Taiwan Auto Part Makers Face Challenges Amidst US Tariff Hikes

US Tariffs on Auto Parts Spark Concerns and Strategic Shifts for Taiwanese Suppliers

Taipei, April 3 – Taiwanese auto part suppliers are navigating the complexitie...

Taichung ACG Expo: A Celebration of Animation, Comics, and Games Draws Massive Crowds

Taichung ACG Expo: A Celebration of Animation, Comics, and Games Draws Massive Crowds

Taiwan's Premier ACG Event Kicks Off with Record-Breaking Attendance and City-Wide Celebrations

Taichung, Taiwan - The Taichung International Animation Comics and Games (ACG) E...

Ko Wen-je Returns to Detention After Successful Kidney Stone Surgery in Taiwan

Ko Wen-je Returns to Detention After Successful Kidney Stone Surgery in Taiwan

Former Taiwan People's Party Chairman Ko Wen-je Reacclimates to Detention Following Medical Procedure.

New Taipei City, Taiwan – April 3rd: Former Taiwan People's Party (TPP) Chairm...