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Guardian of the Strait: Faith and Duty on a Taiwanese Coast Guard Ship

June 29, 2026

Yeh Chih‑sheng, the first mate of the 2, 400‑ton Coast Guard vessel CG1005, sails through the rough waters between Taiwan and China while carrying more than a uniform. He also keeps with him small charms that fishermen believe are blessed by the gods who watch over the sea. Yeh’s life is split be

entertainment

Taiwan’s music awards shine a light on artists who stay real and diverse

June 28, 2026

Taiwan proves size doesn’t matter when it comes to music. At its biggest music night, the spotlight went to artists who kept it real instead of chasing short-lived trends. A longtime singer known for her bold personality took home two top prizes for her latest work. While K-pop and viral songs domin

politics

European Voices Alarm Over China’s Moves Near Taiwan

June 24, 2026

Britain, France and Germany have all stepped up their warnings after China sent coast guard vessels to patrol the waters east of Taiwan. The ships were launched for what Beijing called a “special maritime traffic law‑enforcement operation, ” a move that Taipei found very provocative. China’s c

politics

Taiwan’s Military Steps Up Drills Amid Rising Tensions

June 22, 2026

Taiwan isn’t waiting around to see how China might react. This week, its armed forces will run a five-day live-fire exercise designed to test how quickly troops can shift from peacetime routines to full combat mode. Unlike past drills that followed predictable scripts, this one throws units into fas

politics

China‑Sided Spy Channel Opens in Taiwan

June 14, 2026

Taiwan has launched a new website aimed at Chinese citizens who want to share information about espionage. The site invites people to report tips that could help the island’s security agencies. Taiwan and China have a long history of spying on each other. In recent years, Taiwan says it has

politics

Taiwan’s Opposition Leader Tries to Clear the Air with US Leaders

June 13, 2026

Taiwan’s main opposition figure spent two weeks in the US last month to clear up confusion about her party’s plans for dealing with China. Cheng Li-wun, head of the Kuomintang (KMT), met nine US lawmakers from key committees, plus think tank researchers and policy experts. She argued that many in Wa

health

Small Arms and Student Life: What Grip Strength Says About Health

June 12, 2026

In Taiwan, researchers tested the grip strength of 501 university students—168 men and 333 women aged 18 to 25—to see what physical traits and daily habits predict muscle weakness. Instead of focusing on athletes or older adults, this study zeroed in on young people most don’t worry about. Surprisin

politics

Taiwan Stands Firm as China Pulls Back Its Coast Guard

June 11, 2026

Taiwan’s coast guard announced that its waters cannot be claimed by China, saying the island will push back any ships that try to enter. The statement came after Beijing withdrew a patrol off Taiwan’s eastern coast, which had inspected nearly two hundred vessels and fixed three violations. Chi

politics

Taiwan Looks to Drones for Better Defence Spending

June 6, 2026

Taiwan is being urged to change how it spends on defence, especially by a senior U. S. diplomat who visited Taipei last week. The main point is that money should be directed toward drones and other small, flexible weapons that can level the playing field against China. The island’s government has

politics

Taiwan‑China Coast Guard Clash Near Pratas Islands

June 5, 2026

Taiwan and China’s coast guards faced off again near the Pratas Islands on Friday, a repeat of an earlier encounter within two weeks. The Pratas lie between Taiwan and Hong Kong, more than 400 km from the main island, making them a point of tension. The Taiwanese coast guard spotted a Chinese vess