Taiwan
A new book explores Taiwan's culinary identity
The culinary contributions of Taiwan are often overshadowed by other cuisine from the region, especially China. Now, a new cookbook highlights some of the ingredients and flavors that make Taiwanese cooking unique.
'It's time that we face the issue': #MeToo movement gains momentum in Taiwan
Taiwan's political parties beset by sexual harassment allegations
Former Taiwanese president makes historic visit to China
‘Kneel and apologize!’: 76 years after island-wide massacre, Taiwan continues to commemorate — and debate — the tragedy
Taiwan and China celebrate Lunar New Year amid vastly different COVID levels
Taiwan has reopened to international travel, and has lifted some other restrictions, as people celebrate Lunar New Year with family and friends.
Taiwanese young people have mixed feelings about increased military service
Taiwan's president announced last week that mandatory military service for young people will increase from four months to a full year. There is substantial popular support for the move because of a rising threat from China, though among young people themselves, it’s more complicated.
'We all want democracy': Taiwanese stand in solidarity with Chinese 'white paper protests'
In China, protests have declined after the loosening of some COVID-19 restrictions. Some Taiwanese continue to support the "A4 revolution," or "white paper protests," in China.
Taiwan celebrates LGBTQ pride as activists push for further progress
This year's Pride in Taipei was a celebration of achievements and identities — but also a protest. Groups representing transgender people, sex workers and people living with HIV and AIDS all gave speeches calling for further social and political change.
Taiwan reopens its borders after years of COVID controls
On Oct. 13, Taiwan finally reopened to tourists after 2 1/2 years of relative isolation. The country had focused border restrictions to keep COVID-19 cases and death rates low. Travelers and tourism business owners say they’re thankful that their main source of revenue is returning.
Taiwan celebrates National Day amid heightened tensions with China
Underlying the festivities are increased concerns about Taiwan’s relationship with China as well as changes in its own national identity.
'It’s controversial because it's important,' Malaysian Chinese pop artist says of his censored music
Namewee is a singer-songwriter and filmmaker who is known for speaking his mind and composing songs that go viral on YouTube. He tells The World's Rebecca Kanthor why promoting his music is important.
‘She’s in our hearts’: Devotees from China and Taiwan come together to celebrate the goddess Mazu
The Daoist goddess Mazu is revered on both sides of the Taiwan Strait. China supports Mazu worship as a way to strengthen cross-strait, political and economic relations.
Learning through singing: This artist wants you to teach her a song in your native language
Is it easier to sing than speak in a foreign language? Taiwan-born artist Wen-hao Tien has put that question to the test as part of a new exhibit about the immigrant experience in Boston, Massachusetts.
Bow-and-arrow suspect arrested in attack that killed 5 in Norway
Top of The World: Police in Norway on Thursday have arrested and charged a 37-year-old Danish man suspected of a bow-and-arrow attack that killed five people. And, at least six people were left dead on Thursday in Beirut after armed clashes broke out during a protest over a judge conducting a probe of last year’s devastating blast in the city’s port. Also, a fire in a 13-story building that raged out of control for hours overnight in the city of Kaohsiung in southern Taiwan has left 46 people dead.