Police Officer Killed, Second Wounded in Amman Knife Attack; Suspect Arrested
A police officer was killed and a second officer wounded in a knife‑stabbing incident on a busy street in Amman on Monday afternoon. Police say the suspect
Six Arrested in PSOE‑Transport Corruption Probe, €12 M Assets Seized.
On Wednesday, Spanish prosecutors arrested six individuals linked to a corruption probe involving high‑level officials of the ruling Spanish Socialist Work
Democratic Candidates Win Historic State Elections Across Traditionally Conservative Strongholds
In a series of historic electoral breakthroughs reshaping the American political landscape, voters in several traditionally conservative states have electe
Eight killed in Rajasthan after vehicle strikes high-voltage power line
At least eight people were killed on Wednesday after a vehicle came into direct contact with a high-voltage power line in the Jhunjhunu district of Rajasth
World
Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory Ends Historic Mission With Atmospheric Re-entry
The Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory concluded its nearly 22-year operational life on Wednesday, re-entering Earth's atmosphere and ending a remarkably produ
Spanish Transport Minister Resigns Following Two Major Railway Accidents Within One Year
Spanish Minister of Transport Oscar Puente officially announced his resignation this week, taking political responsibility for two major railway collision
Former Atlanta mayor Bumpus wins, becomes Georgia's first Black female governor.
The state of Georgia recently held a closely watched gubernatorial election, in which Democratic candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms, the former mayor of Atlant
Peru, US launch joint airstrike on Apure, killing 23 national liberation fighters.
Six days ago, Venezuelan and U.S. military forces jointly conducted airstrikes and drone operations in Apure State, in southern Venezuela, targeting suspec
California voters reject billionaire wealth tax, impacting public healthcare funding
The California State Legislature proposed a wealth tax on the ultra-wealthy earlier this year, planning to levy a one-time 5% tax on the net assets of bill
New to Taiwan?
Get to know Taiwan
Plain-English explainers on what Taiwan is, why it matters, and how to visit.
Taiwan
More Society
Fire at Changbin Industrial Park Chemical Plant Rescues Trapped Workers
A chemical factory in the Xianxi Zone of the Changhua Coastal Industrial Park in Changhua County caught fire at night, resulting in a severe blaze. Because
Society
Fake dentist arrested in Tainan after running illegal practice for twenty years
An unlicensed medical practice case lasting nearly twenty years has shocked Guanmiao District, Tainan City, as a woman surnamed Huang is suspected of pract
Sport
Tenerife striker tragically dies after violent collision with goalkeeper in box
A fatal accident that has shocked the global football community recently occurred in the Spanish Segunda Division. During a league match on the 2nd, Teneri
Sport
FA President Chang Tsan Seeks Reelection, Pledges Full Debt Clearance in Four Years
The Chinese Taipei Football Association is scheduled to hold an election for its new board of directors and supervisors on the 7th of this month. Incumbent
Society
Woman Indicted for Spreading AI-Generated Video Defaming Janssen
The Taipei District Prosecutor’s Office announced today that it has closed an investigation into a case of online misinformation involving a political figu
Business
TSE plunges over 1,000 points on US tech drag, breaking 42,000
industry news, but high sensitivity to global economic growth momentum, inflation trends, central bank monetary policy. * Transitioning from
Business
Keyboard maker Quanta's October sales drop 24% amid supply chain chaos
Luxshare Precision, the world’s leading manufacturer of computer keyboards, released its latest revenue report on Tuesday, October 5, revealing that its co
Business
Taiwan Stocks Plunge Over 1,000 Points in Record Drop Amid Panic Selling
Taiwan’s stock market faced an unprecedented shock today. Caught in the crossfire of volatile international geopolitical and economic conditions and widesp
World
More
World
Eight killed in Rajasthan after vehicle strikes high-voltage power line
At least eight people were killed on Wednesday after a vehicle came into direct contact with a high-voltage power line in the Jhunjhunu district of Rajasth
World
Former Atlanta mayor Bumpus wins, becomes Georgia's first Black female governor.
The state of Georgia recently held a closely watched gubernatorial election, in which Democratic candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms, the former mayor of Atlant
World
Ambush Near Gidan‑Giye Kills Five Police Officers in Zamfara.
Unidentified assailants launched a surprise attack on a police convoy near Gidan‑Giye village in Zamfara State, Nigeria, on Wednesday, killing at least fiv
World
Helicopter collision at Lukla kills Indian tourist, injures New Zealander
A collision between two charter helicopters operated by Air Dynasty and Fishtail Air occurred during a landing attempt in the Solukhumbu District of Nepal’
World
Major U.S. News Outlets Project Democratic Majorities in Both Congressional Chambers
Major U.S. news organizations have projected that the Democratic Party will secure majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate for the u
World
Tenerife Striker Jesús de Miguel Dies Following On-Field Collision
Spanish football was plunged into mourning following the tragic death of CD Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel, who passed away as a result of injuries susta
World
Ciaron Maher Sweeps Melbourne Cup Podium as Point Of Law Wins 2026 Race
MELBOURNE — In a historic and rare display of stable dominance, the Ciaron Maher-trained stayer Point Of Law crossed the finish line first at Flemington Ra
World
AFC Postpones 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia to 2028 Over Security Concerns
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced the postponement of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, originally scheduled to be hosted in Saudi Arabia, moving
Popular topics
All topics →Travel · Destinations
All 12,235 places →City guides from Taiwan to the world — start at home, then explore 193 countries.