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Taiwan High Court raises sentence for construction manager to 12.5 years over the 2021 Taroko Express train crash that killed 49 people. Migrant worker acquitted again. A deep-dive into the legal, infrastructural, and social dimensions of Taiwan’s deadliest rail disaster.

Taiwan's NCSIST is set to commence combat evaluations of its "Kuai Chi" attack drone boat in June 2025, marking a significant advancement in the nation's maritime defense capabilities.

Taipei City Councilor Chen Chung-wen is under investigation for alleged bribery in his father's unopposed election as chairperson of the Beitou Farmers' Association, amid ongoing appeals from a previous corruption conviction.

Taiwan Coast Guard seizes 402.8kg of cannabis in a historic NT$850 million drug bust from a Thailand-origin vessel. Investigation underway; global smuggling implications discussed.

A young boy and a heroic angler went missing after being swept out to sea at a river mouth in Taitung, Taiwan. Emergency services launched a search operation complicated by nightfall and bad weather. This article explores the incident, coastal safety challenges, and rescue efforts in depth.

Taiwanese students at Harvard face financial and visa uncertainties after the Trump administration freezes $3.2 billion in federal funding. Taiwan’s Ministry of Education offers emergency government-backed loans and contingency plans, including remote learning and credit transfers, to support affected students amid escalating U.S. visa restrictions.

Taiwan names Edward Tao as ambassador to St. Kitts and Nevis and Peter Lan as envoy to Thailand, reinforcing key international partnerships amid diplomatic isolation pressures from China.

Taipei prosecutors appeal entertainer Nono’s acquittal on six sexual assault charges, citing legal flaws in the district court’s ruling. The case has sparked public debate over Taiwan’s treatment of sexual violence survivors.

Taichung City has unveiled plans for a NT$40 billion Taichung Dome, a 30,000-seat multipurpose stadium in the Shuinan Economic and Trade Park, set to host sports, concerts, and commercial events by 2030 under a BOT model.

Taipei Court extends detention of ex-mayor Ko Wen-je over Core Pacific City corruption charges. In-depth analysis of Taiwan’s biggest urban scandal, legal fallout, and political implications.