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Taiwanese professor wins award in Paris for wastewater-to-energy research
By Tzeng Yi-shiuan and Ko Lin / Staff reporter, with CNA Add TT as Preferred Source A National Ilan University (NIU) professor received a top prize at the 2026 Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence ceremony in Paris on Wednesday for his research on using artificial intelligence (AI) to turn wastewater into energy.
U.S. vows to protect individuals after alleged surveillance of Lai's son
Washington, Oct. 5 (CNA) The United States on Monday vowed to protect individuals on its soil from "the overreach of foreign governments" after a woman was arrested Sunday by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for allegedly surveilling President Lai Ching-te's (賴清德) son on behalf of China.
Harsher drug-driving penalties could take effect by end of 2026: minister
Taipei, June 2 (CNA) Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai (陳世凱) said on Tuesday that tougher penalties proposed by his ministry for drug-impaired driving could take effect as soon as the end of 2026. The proposed amendments to the Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act would increase the current penalty of a one- to two-year driver's license suspension for drug-impaired driving to license revocation, along with a three-year ban on reapplying for a license.
Probe clears ex-Ma Ying-jeou Foundation employees of wrongdoing
Taipei, May 24 (CNA) An internal probe into two ex-employees at Ma Ying-jeou's (馬英九) foundation has found no evidence of financial wrongdoing, an investigation committee said Sunday. In a statement, the committee said it had confirmed that the Ma Ying-jeou Foundation's former chief executive Hsiao Hsu-tsen (蕭旭岑), who also serves as vice chair of the Kuomintang (KMT), had not meddled in the foundation's finances.
Nvidia's Jensen Huang arrives in Taiwan, to meet TSMC's C.C. Wei
Taipei, May 23 (CNA) Nvidia Corp. CEO Jensen Huang (黃仁勳) arrived in Taiwan on Saturday ahead of upcoming AI and technology events, saying he plans to meet with clients and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Chairman C.C. Wei (魏哲家) during his visit. After landing at Taipei Songshan Airport, Huang posed for photos with fans and handed out Yakult drinks to reporters and supporters waiting at the scene, saying he has "a lot to do" during the trip.
Hsinchu County receives major layoff plan from Shiseido
Taipei, May 13 (CNA) The Labor Affairs Department of Hsinchu County said on Wednesday that it has received a plan from cosmetic brand Taiwan Shiseido Co. detailing major layoffs at its plant in the county. While the labor authorities did not disclose the number of employees to be laid off, Japanese news media reported earlier in the day that the closure of the company's factory in Hukou township will result in the layoff of 170 employees at the plant.
On-the-run CPC executive gets 25 years, whereabouts still unknown
Kaohsiung, March 23 (CNA) Hsu Han (徐漢), a former executive at state-run oil supplier CPC Corp., Taiwan, who has been missing since removing his ankle monitor last week, was sentenced Monday by a district court in Kaohsiung to 25 years in prison for 11 corruption-related offenses. According to the Ciaotou District Court, Hsu, in his mid-60s, rose through the ranks at CPC over more than 40 years, from an entry-level employee to an executive, but accepted bribes from contractors.
Jaw Shau-kong given suspended sentence over display of marked ballot
Taipei, Jan. 20 (CNA) Media personality and politician Jaw Shau-kong (趙少康) has been given a suspended sentence on charges related to his display of a marked ballot during a recall vote last July. In a ruling issued Tuesday morning, the Taipei District Court sentenced Jaw to 55 days in prison, commutable to a fine and suspended for two years, for violations of the Public Officials Election and Recall Act. Jaw must also pay a fine of NT$50,000 (US$1,581) under the ruling, which can be appealed.
Satellite images of lawmaker's home and workplace removed: MODA
Taipei, Jan. 4 (CNA) The Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) said Sunday that satellite images of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Legislator Puma Shen's (沈伯洋) home and workplace had been removed from social media platforms.
Former US official supports Japanese PM on Taiwan issue
Washington, Nov. 28 (CNA) A former U.S. defense official under President Joe Biden expressed support for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in her recent remarks suggesting Japan could help defend Taiwan, while calling Beijing's response “inappropriate.” In an interview with CNA, Ely Ratner, who served as assistant secretary of defense for Indo-Pacific security affairs from 2021 to early 2015, said Takaichi's comments on Taiwan simply reflected Japan's position toward Taiwan.
Ex-U.S. official supports Japan's prime minister on Taiwan issue
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US-China Ties Remain Stable Barring Attacks in Taiwan, Philippines (Former Trump Staffer)
Washington, Nov. 13 (CNA) The United States can maintain a viable relationship with China as long as Beijing does not take military action against Taiwan or the Philippines, former U.S. national security adviser Robert O'Brien said.
U.S.-China steady barring Taiwan, Philippines attack: Ex-Trump staffer
Washington, Nov. 13 (CNA) The United States can maintain a workable relationship with China as long as Beijing does not take military action against Taiwan or the Philippines, former U.S. National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien has said. In an audio interview with Foreign Affairs released Thursday, O'Brien said the current term of his former boss, U.S. President Donald Trump, is dominated by rebuilding the U.S. military, securing the southern border, and managing crises in Ukraine, Gaza and Iran.
9 detained after 17-year-old boy beaten to death in Hsinchu
Taipei, Aug. 22 (CNA) The Hsinchu District Court on Friday ordered the detention of nine people, including four under the age of 18, after a 17-year-old boy was beaten to death in Hsinchu. According to the Hsinchu County Police Bureau, the case stemmed from a NT$25,000 (US$818) car repair debt that the deceased, surnamed Tseng (曾), allegedly owed to a man surnamed Hsieh (謝). Hsieh and eight accomplices stand accused of abducting Tseng in Zhudong Township on Aug.
Bus company chairman resigns after surgeon run over and killed
Taipei, July 20 (CNA) The chairman of Shin-Shin Bus Co. resigned Sunday after one of the company's buses struck and killed a doctor at a crosswalk in Taipei the previous day. At a press conference, Chairman Fan Ta-wei (范大維) apologized to the public, said the company will take full responsibility for the incident, and announced his resignation. The 60-year-old victim, Chou Chia-cheng (周佳正), was the head of Taoyuan General Hospital's breast surgery department.
Taiwan-U.S. tariff talks still ongoing: Economics minister
Taipei, July 7 (CNA) Minister of Economic Affairs Kuo Jyh-huei (郭智輝) offered no new updates Monday in Taipei on the ongoing talks with the United States over the provisional 32-percent tariffs on Taiwanese goods, which could take effect in less than a month.
New HIMARS unit will boost Taiwan's defenses: Minister
Taipei, July 4 (CNA) Taiwan's military has boosted its self-defense capability with the establishment of a new company equipped with the U.S.-supplied High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), Minister of National Defense Wellington Koo (顧立雄) said. Koo, who presided over the formation ceremony in Taichung on Friday, called the unit a significant addition to the nation's defensive strength, saying it would help deter adversaries from starting a war.
Co-development of mesoderm and endoderm enables organotypic vascularization in lung and gut organoids
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1Division of Pulmonary Biology, Perinatal Institute, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC), Department of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH 45229, USA 2Center for Stem Cell and Organoid Medicine (CuSTOM), CCHMC, Department of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH 45229, USA 3Division of Developmental Biology, CCHMC, Department of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH...
By Yifei Miao, Nicole Pek, Cheng Jiang, Zhiyun Yu, Kentaro Iwasawa, Daniel O. Kechele, Nambirajan Sundaram, Debora Sinner, Xingchen Liu, Ko Lin, Keishi Kishimoto, Sushila Maharjan, Jason Tchieu, Jeffrey A. Whitsett, Yu Zhang, Kyle W. McCracken, Robbert J Rottier, Darrell Kotton, Michael Helmrath, James Wells, Takanori Takebe, Aaron M. Zorn, Ya-Wen Chen, Minzhe Guo, Mingxia Gu, Victor Pastrana-Gomez, Cheng-Lun Na, Min-Chi Yang
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Chinese ship captain handed 3-year sentence over severed telecoms cable
Tainan, June 12 (CNA) Tainan District Court on Thursday sentenced the Chinese captain of a Togolese-registered freighter that snapped an undersea cable linking Taiwan and Penghu in February to three years in prison for intentionally damaging the cable.
Supreme Court orders death penalty review for 2022 mass shooter
Taipei, May 26 (CNA) The Supreme Court has remanded the case of a man sentenced to death for fatally shooting four people in central Taiwan in 2022, amid a tightening of the country's criteria for imposing capital punishment.
Flowers pile up at fatal car crash scene in New Taipei
New Taipei, May 20 (CNA) Piles of flowers, snacks and offerings lined the roadside near the site of a fatal car crash in New Taipei's Sanxia District on Monday, as people paid their respects to the deceased and prayed for the injured. As of 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, the makeshift memorial stretched over six meters, with a steady stream of people gathering to mourn the three dead and express concern for the 13 injured, most of them aged 12 to 15.
Proposals on harsher penalties for child abuse denied: Ministry
Taipei, May 18 (CNA) The Ministry of Justice (MOJ) on Friday said it has denied two petitions seeking increased penalties for child abuse, partly because they violate the principle of proportionality in sentencing. The petitions, submitted via the government's public policy participation platform following the 2023 death of a 1-year-old boy in foster care due to alleged abuse, had garnered more than 130,000 signatures by March 16.
Final verdict: Man gets 29 years in jail for sexually abusing minors
Taipei, May 2 (CNA) The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected the appeal of Mao Chun-shen (毛畯珅) and upheld the 28-year, eight-month prison sentence he was given earlier this year by the Taiwan High Court for multiple offenses involving the sexual assault of minors. That means the verdict is final.
4 ex-servicemen found guilty of selling documents to China operative
ROC Central News Agency 03/26/2025 04:51 PM Taipei, March 26 (CNA) Four former military personnel have been found guilty of selling documents to a middleman for the Chinese intelligence services, the Taipei District Court ruled Wednesday. In a statement, the court said that the quartet had been convicted of breaching national security laws and accepting bribes.
4 ex-servicemen found guilty of selling documents to China operative
Taipei, March 26 (CNA) Four former military personnel have been found guilty of selling documents to a middleman for the Chinese intelligence services, the Taipei District Court ruled Wednesday. In a statement, the court said that the quartet had been convicted of breaching national security laws and accepting bribes. In its ruling, the court described their actions as a "betrayal of the country," emphasizing that, having been trained by the military, they should have upheld loyalty to the nation.
Tech firm boss held incommunicado over fatal stabbing of employee
Taipei, March 18 (CNA) The owner of a Taipei-based tech company is being held incommunicado over the fatal stabbing of an employee. The Taiwan Taipei District Court approved a request by Taipei prosecutors on Tuesday to detain Yun Yun AI Baby Camera Co., Ltd. owner Tseng Chih-shin (曾志新), 52, citing concerns that he might collude with others or destroy evidence, the court said.
Taiwanese rum wins gold medals in French competition
By Judy Tseng and Ko Lin PARIS, France, (CNA) – Rum produced from pure sugarcane juice in Taiwan recently won two grand gold medals at a prestigious international wine competition in France. The awards were announced this week following the conclusion of the 31st Vinalies Internationales, which received over 2,600 entries from 37 countries around the world this year.
High Court rejects appeals by Ko, 3 others against latest detention
Taipei, Jan. 12 (CNA) The Taiwan High Court on late Saturday night rejected appeals against detention by former Taiwan People's Party (TPP) Chairman Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) and three other suspects, who are being held as part of an investigation into alleged corruption in connection with the Core Pacific City redevelopment project.
Taiwan - Canada signs arrangement for mutual AEO recognition
By Chang Ai and Ko Lin CANADA / TAIWAN, (CNA) – Taiwan and Canada have signed a mutual recognition arrangement on Authorized Economic Operators (AEOs) to facilitate bilateral trade, according to the Customs Administration.
Rockwell Automation Enhances FactoryTalk Optix Portfolio
Table of Contents Toggle Rockwell Automation has announced advancements to its FactoryTalk Optix portfolio with the introduction of DataReady smart machines. This enhancement aims to provide contextualized machine data that delivers significant operational value. The updated FactoryTalk Optix platform extends beyond traditional HMI functionality. It facilitates edge data collection and integrates seamlessly with enterprise applications like DataMosaix and Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform.
7 deaths confirmed in Pingtung hospital fire
Taipei, Oct. 4 (CNA) A total of seven people were confirmed as having died as the result of a fire that broke out in a hospital in Pingtung, southern Taiwan, with one other death being designated not caused by the fire and another pending an autopsy result, the Pingtung District Prosecutors Office said Friday. Previously, a total of nine deaths were reported in relation to the fire in Antai Tian-Sheng Memorial Hospital in Donggang Township, Pingtung on Thursday morning.
Nine diplomatic allies call for Taiwan’s inclusion in United Nations - UNGA79 - Caribbean News Global
By Tony Liao and Ko Lin NEW YORK, USA, (CNA) – Permanent representatives to the United Nations from nine of Taiwan’s diplomatic allies on Thursday sent a joint letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres calling for the country’s inclusion in the world governing body.
Nine Diplomatic Allies Call For Taiwan’S Inclusion In United Nations – UNGA79
Nine Diplomatic Allies Call For Taiwan’S Inclusion In United Nations – UNGA79 9/21/2024 3:15:07 PM (MENAFN- Caribbean News Global) By Tony Liao and Ko Lin NEW YORK, USA, (CNA) – Permanent representatives to the United Nations from nine of Taiwan's diplomatic allies on Thursday sent a joint letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres calling for the country's inclusion in the world governing body.
Taiwan Revises Rule To Allow Peracetic Acid To Be Used As Food Cleanser
Taiwan Revises Rule To Allow Peracetic Acid To Be Used As Food Cleanser 9/12/2024 10:14:55 PM (MENAFN- Caribbean News Global) By Shen Pei-yao and Ko Lin TAIPEI, Taiwan, (CNA) – The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) has amended a regulation to allow food industry operators the option to use peracetic acid as a cleanser in ready-to-eat fresh produce.
Taiwan to eliminate single-use plastic cups at drink shops Sunday
Taipei, Aug. 31 (CNA) Drink shops across Taiwan will stop providing customers with single-use plastic cups starting Sunday, Sept. 1, after offshore Kinmen County becomes the last municipality in the country to follow the Ministry of Environment's (MOENV) 2022 policy.
Tainan police make another arrest related to fatal shooting case
Tainan, July 13 (CNA) Tainan police have arrested another person of interest allegedly involved in the fatal shooting of Tainan Fishermen's Association chair Lin Shih-chieh (林士傑). According to the police on Saturday, the arrested individual, surnamed Lin (林) and nicknamed A Chuan (阿川), did not disclose any information when questioned, and they were uncertain whether he is involved in the case but said he was a person of interest.
Man arrested over Tainan Fishermen's Association chair's murder (update)
Tainan, July 12 (CNA) A man allegedly involved in the fatal shooting of Tainan Fishermen's Association chair Lin Shih-chieh (林士傑) has been arrested in Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan, with his connection to the case pending further clarification.
Man arrested over Tainan Fishermen's Association chair's murder
Tainan, July 12 (CNA) Police investigating the fatal shooting of Tainan Fishermen's Association chair Lin Shih-chieh (林士傑) have arrested a man in Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan. According to the Tainan District Prosecutors Office, the fingerprints of a man, identified with his surname Chang (張), were found during a search of one of the suspected getaway vehicles.
President-Elect Lai To Present Four Key Themes In Inaugural Speech
President-Elect Lai To Present Four Key Themes In Inaugural Speech 5/19/2024 12:10:37 AM (MENAFN- Caribbean News Global) By Wen Kuei-hsiang and Ko Lin TAIPEI, Taiwan, (CNA) – Stability, self-confidence, responsibility and solidarity will be the four key themes of President-elect Lai Ching-te's (賴清德) inaugural speech on Monday, according to an incoming senior security official.
MediaTek unveils Dimensity 9300+ chip made with TSMC's 4nm process
Taipei, May 8 (CNA) MediaTek Inc., Taiwan's largest smartphone IC designer, has unveiled the latest mobile Dimensity 9300+ chip, made with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.'s (TSMC) advanced 4-nanometer process.
Think tank raises Taiwan 2024 GDP growth to 3.38 percent amid export optimism
By Pan Tzu-yu and Ko Lin TAIPEI, Taiwan, (CNA) – The Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research (CIER) raised its forecast for Taiwan’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth this year to 3.38 percent, citing optimism about the country’s export growth. CIER, a leading Taiwanese think tank, on Friday, said 3.38 percent GDP growth represents a 0.28 percentage point upgrade from its previous estimate of 3.10 percent in January.
Think Tank Raises Taiwan 2024 GDP Growth To 3.38 Percent Amid Export Optimism
Think Tank Raises Taiwan 2024 GDP Growth To 3.38 Percent Amid Export Optimism 4/19/2024 7:12:07 PM (MENAFN- Caribbean News Global) By Pan Tzu-yu and Ko Lin TAIPEI, Taiwan, (CNA) – The Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research (CIER) raised its forecast for Taiwan's gross domestic product (GDP) growth this year to 3.38 percent, citing optimism about the country's export growth.
Premier requested by lawmakers to discuss Medigen vaccine case
ROC Central News Agency 01/08/2024 06:40 PM Taipei, Jan. 8 (CNA) The Legislative Yuan passed a motion on Monday to hold a special session on Tuesday, in which Premier Chen Chien-jen (陳建仁) and relevant Cabinet ministries will be asked questions regarding the government's purchase of the COVID-19 vaccine made by Taiwan-based Medigen Vaccine Biologics Corp.
Premier requested by lawmakers to discuss Medigen vaccine case
Taipei, Jan. 8 (CNA) The Legislative Yuan passed a motion on Monday to hold a special session on Tuesday, in which Premier Chen Chien-jen (陳建仁) and relevant Cabinet ministries will be asked questions regarding the government's purchase of the COVID-19 vaccine made by Taiwan-based Medigen Vaccine Biologics Corp.
TPP expels independent legislative candidate over alleged China funding
ROC Central News Agency 01/06/2024 07:00 PM Taipei, Jan. 6 (CNA) The Taiwan People's Party (TPP) on Saturday expelled independent legislative candidate Ma Chih-wei (馬治薇) after she was detained on suspicion of having received campaign funding from China.
TPP expels independent legislative candidate over alleged China funding
Taipei, Jan. 6 (CNA) The Taiwan People's Party (TPP) on Saturday expelled independent legislative candidate Ma Chih-wei (馬治薇) after she was detained on suspicion of having received campaign funding from China.
Super Basketball League player bailed in match-fixing probe
Taipei, Oct. 18 (CNA) Super Basketball League (SBL) player Wu Chi-ying (吳季穎) was released on NT$250,000 (US$7,728) bail on Wednesday after being questioned on suspicion of match-fixing while playing for the Yulon Luxgen Dinos last season. Wu was put under home confinement as part of his bail arrangements after being taken in for questioning by prosecutors Wednesday for his suspected involvement in illegal gambling activities and fraud.
Luxgen Motor announces pricing and delivery details for n7 electric vehicle
Luxgen Motor, a subsidiary of Taiwan-based auto conglomerate Yulon Motor, has revealed the pricing and delivery schedule for its n7 electric vehicle model. The base trim level will start at just below NT$1 million (US$31,149), according to Tso Chi-sen, chairman and acting president of Luxgen Motor. Since pre-orders began in September of last year, the automaker has received around 25,000 initial orders for the EV model.
Taiwan to expand telemedicine as society rapidly ages: official
Taipei, Sept. 14 (CNA) The government is set to broaden the scope of telemedicine services tailored for individuals with disabilities in their activities of daily living (ADL), to better meet the needs of an increasingly aging population, a health official said earlier this week.
Retail price of Taiwan Beer, TTL own-brand cigarettes raised
Taipei, Aug. 8 (CNA) The Taiwan Tobacco and Liquor Corp. (TTL) said Tuesday it had hiked the recommended retail price (RRP) of Taiwan Beer and its own-brand cigarettes due to rising raw material prices. Speaking with CNA, TTL said it had raised the RRP for Taiwan Beer products -- including Gold Label, Classic, and 18 Days Draft -- by NT$5 per bottle or can, effective Aug. 1.
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