Taiwan

‘One China Policy’: Why the United States Should not be bounded By This Policy; What Is The Country’s Strong Stand?

By Archer Ferguson - Dec 12, 2016 03:00 AM EST

Donald Trump is not creating a “melt-down” of the US-China relation. He intends to correct the tradition for fair international business, trade, and rights.

Taiwan Detains Developers Of Toppled Building

By Jenn Loro - Feb 11, 2016 09:21 AM EST

Three former executives including the chairman of the now defunct Weiguan Company were arrested for their alleged roles in overseeing the of the 17-storey Weiguan apartment building which collapsed when violent quake recently struck Taiwan.

More Survivors Rescued In Taiwan Earthquake

By Jenn Loro - Feb 09, 2016 11:44 AM EST

Four more people were pulled out alive from the rubble of a 17-storey high-rise apartment including an 8-year-old girl and her aunt nearly 60 hours after the 6.4 magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan during the Chinese New Year.

Taiwan 6.4 Magnitude Earthquake Toppled Buildings; Left 8 Dead

By Jenn Loro - Feb 07, 2016 06:00 PM EST

At least 18 people and hundreds more injured as rescuers are locked in a race against time to pull out survivors buried alive under the rubble of a 17-storey apartment building that collapsed when a 6.4 magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan.

US to Patrol South China Sea

By Dustin Braden - Oct 24, 2015 12:12 PM EDT

The United States will send military aircraft and naval vessels to within nautical 12 miles of reefs and islands where China is establishing military installations in the South China Sea as the maritime dispute continues to dominate relations between the two countries.

The myth of the ugly children photo

By David Allen - Oct 14, 2015 10:40 AM EDT

The story of a pretty Taiwan model whose life was ruined by an advertising photo of her posing with homely children tweaks the hearts of readers. It's all a myth, but there's also a twist.

US to Warn China with More Military, Humanitarian Exercises in South China Sea

By Dustin Braden - Aug 26, 2015 07:27 PM EDT

The United States has said it will increase the number and frequency of both military and humanitarian exercises in the South China Sea in an effort to send a message to China that its construction of artificial islands and military installations in the region will not be tolerated.

China Blames US for Rising Tension in South China Sea

By Dustin Braden - Jul 30, 2015 07:26 PM EDT

China has blamed the United States for rising tensions in the South China Sea because the United States has increased naval and air patrols while China continues to make artificial islands, some of which house military equipment.

Hundreds Hospitalized After Fireball Engulfs Water Park in Taiwan

By Dustin M Braden - Jun 28, 2015 11:16 AM EDT

Hundreds of people in Taiwan have been hospitalized after a "color night" sponsored at a water park ended in flames and tragedy.

China Says Policy Change on South China Sea Would 'Shame' Country

By Dustin M Braden - Jun 27, 2015 11:27 AM EDT

The Chinese government has reiterated in some of its strongest language yet that it will not back down from its controversial claims in the contested South China Sea.

Taiwan Enters South China Sea Fray with New Coast Guard Vessels

By Dustin M Braden - Jun 06, 2015 11:54 AM EDT

Taiwan has reinforced its claims in the contested South China Sea with the commissioning of additional coast guard vessels.

US Accuses China of Positioning Artillery in South China Sea, Japan & EU Urge Calm

By Dustin M Braden - May 29, 2015 02:00 PM EDT

The United States accused China of placing artillery on islands it is building in the South China Sea, as Japan and the European Union beseeched all parties involved in the complex showdown to let cooler heads prevail.

Jaw Bone of Unknown Human Species Discovered on Taiwanese Island

By Peter R - Jan 28, 2015 02:03 PM EST

Based on analysis of an ancient jaw bone fossil, researchers believe they may have found a new specie.

Gaming News: Game-binging Kills Another Taiwanese Man in 2015

By Peter R - Jan 21, 2015 01:32 PM EST

The man was found slumped motionless in his chair in Kaohsiung at an internet cafe.

China announces plans for construction on contested islands in South China Sea

By Dustin M Braden - Aug 07, 2014 12:15 PM EDT

In a move sure to stoke tensions in East Asia, China has announced plans to construct lighthouses on a number of islands and reefs in the South China Sea claimed by other nations.

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