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A Rare Epilepsy Strikes at the Mah-Jong Table, and Quitting the Game Often Ends the Seizures

Mah-jong can trigger seizures in a rare form of reflex epilepsy, and studies from China and Taiwan link giving up the game to seizure freedom.

Medical Daily

Micron's Taiwan workers to get rewards worth up to 68 months of pay

Micron said the payouts to employees were its strongest ever and that more than 60,000 staff globally will receive fiscal 2026 rewards "following ‌an extraordinary year ⁠for ⁠the company".

The Economic Times

Why a Russian screening of an 81-year-old film has alarmed Taiwan

Taiwan says Russia is helping China push its narrative of a rising military threat from Japan

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Russia, China, Taiwan and Japan's World War Two legacy dispute

Russia's film screening in Taiwan has raised government concerns about China's narrative. The film focused on Japanese militarism and World War Two history. China views the war as a heroic struggle against Japanese aggression. Taiwan argues Beijing claims credit for a war fought before its founding. Disputes over historical interpretations…

The Economic Times

Taipei Story by Rebecca F Kuang review – the torture and hilarity of learning Chinese

An American Chinese student studies Mandarin in Taiwan, in this heartfelt journey of self-discovery and family secrets

The Guardian - UK

'On Brink of World War Three': Iranian MP Links US-Iran Escalation to Ukraine and Taiwan Crises

Tehran MP Kamran Ghazanfari warns of potential global conflict, linking US-Iran tensions to disputes over Ukraine and Taiwan, and suggests Iran may reconsider its stance on the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.

International Business Times UK

China reiterates its One China principle on Taiwan over UN resolution

Beijing reaffirmed its One-China principle following a renewed dispute over the interpretation of a UN resolution that defined lawful representation of China at the world's foremost intergovernmental body.

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Taiwan Strait conflict could eclipse World War Two economic impact: US

A U.S. diplomat warned that Taiwan Strait conflict would impact the global economy more than World War Two. He stated the upcoming U.S.-China summit offers a chance to prevent miscalculations. Taiwan is enhancing its defense capabilities to deter potential threats from China. The island nation rejects Beijing's sovereignty claims and…

The Economic Times

Taiwan Strait conflict could hit global economy harder than World War Two, US envoy warns

A US diplomat warned of a Taiwan Strait conflict's severe global economic impact. He stated that any conflict would surpass World War Two's economic damage. The upcoming US-China summit offers a chance to prevent misunderstandings and miscalculations. The United States is reinforcing its Indo-Pacific presence and partnerships. Taiwan is also…

The Economic Times

A Mercedes-Backed Company Just Put Solid-State Batteries Into Mass Production

Taiwan’s ProLogium seems to have cracked the code, with the first mass-produced solid-state cells promising impressive energy density.

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Taiwan's Wistron raises $1.5 billion in global share sale to fund raw material purchases

Nvidia supplier Wistron is raising $1.47 billion through a global share sale as surging AI spending drives demand for servers and components. The Taiwanese company will use the proceeds to buy raw materials in foreign currencies. Wistron is also expanding production, including a $700 million AI systems plant in Texas.

The Economic Times

In 1993, Taiwan was called “Garbage Island” as only 70% of trash was collected; 33 years later, recycling reached 55% nationwide

Taiwan transformed its severe waste problem into a recycling success story. Residents now buy special bags for non-recyclable trash, making disposal a direct cost. Businesses and importers also fund recycling initiatives through producer responsibility programs. Musical garbage trucks signal collection times, encouraging timely waste separation by households. This comprehensive system…

The Times of India

Pacific pushback but no condemnation over China missile

A statement by Pacific leaders expressing concern over China's missile test is being viewed as a sign of pragmatism as nations walk a diplomatic tightrope.

AAP

Chinese artists pull out of Korean biennale after discovering there will be ‘Taiwan pavilion’

Chinese curators say the decision allowed ‘political elements to intrude into realm of art’

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Lawyer for China's Zion Church seeks resettlement help while transiting through Taiwan

A Chinese lawyer who defended an underground church in Beijing has fled to Taiwan and is seeking help for resettlement

The Times of India

In 2010, Taiwan turned 1.5 million discarded PET bottles into Taipei’s EcoARK; the $4.22 million exhibition hall stood 26 metres high and resisted storms

In 2010, Taipei unveiled the EcoARK, a stunning 26-meter-high exhibition hall constructed entirely from 1.5 million recycled PET bottles. Designed to endure natural disasters, this innovative structure showcases interlocking blocks that create a unique honeycomb-like facade. Incorporating rainwater harvesting and abundant natural light, the building minimized energy consumption. Following the…

AAP

Taiwan wants in for next Pacific forum, NZ isn't sure

The Pacific Islands Forum is considering how to better structure its engagement with other world powers but isn't about to show Taiwan the door.

France 24

Who is Trump's Venezuela go-between?

PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, September 2: We look at papers' coverage of the shadowy Venezuelan magnate who brokered the Washington-Caracas oil deal. In other news, the Pacific Islands Forum wants to talk climate change, but China's anger at the presence of Taiwan is stealing the limelight. Finally, the Bayeux Tapestry…

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TSMC plans Kaohsiung site expansion to boost semiconductor testing efficiency

TSMC Vice President of Advanced Packaging Technology and Service Jun He said the company is working with Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs and the Kaohsiung City government on the expansion, which is expected to boost validation efficiency by 25-50 per cent.

The Economic Times

Taiwan says its companies plan to invest another $20 billion in US

Taiwanese firms plan additional twenty billion dollars investment in the United States. This significant investment is driven by increasing demand for artificial intelligence applications. The announcement came from Taiwan's economy minister at a trade show in Taipei. A visiting US official welcomed the news, highlighting shared supply chain commitments. These…

Euronews

How Taiwan's AI stock boom has ordinary people borrowing to invest

People across Taiwan are taking out loans and even remortgaging their homes to chase gains in an AI-fuelled stock boom — and not everyone is coming out ahead.

The Times of India

China warns of "consequences" as Taiwan attends Pacific Islands Forum

China has issued a stern warning about Taiwan's involvement in the Pacific Islands Forum. In response, Taiwan’s foreign minister passionately defended the nation's regional partnerships and ongoing contributions. Leaders from Australia and New Zealand emphasized the forum’s independence from external pressures, asserting that the Pacific family must have the right…

The Independent UK

China says ‘there will be consequences’ as Taiwanese delegation attends Pacific leaders’ summit

Chinese envoy fumes at ‘inappropriate’ presence of rival Taiwan while Australia and New Zealand defend coalition

The Independent UK

China warns of 'consequences' for Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend Pacific leaders summit

China has warned of consequences for Taiwan after officials from Beijing and Taipei attended a Pacific leaders summit

The Economic Times

Micron's Taiwan unions threaten strike over bonus dispute

The two unions representing Micron workers in Taoyuan and Taichung said ‌in a ⁠written response ⁠to Reuters that they had close to 10,000 members among roughly 15,000 workers at Micron facilities in the two cities. More than 80% of members who took part in an internal online survey in August…

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