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Taiwan, officially the Republic of China (ROC), is a country in East Asia. The main island of Taiwan, also known as Formosa, lies between the East and South China Sea in the northwestern Pacific Ocean, with the People's Republic of China (PRC) to the northwest, Japan to the northeast, and the Philippines to the south. It has an area of 35,808 square kilometres, with mountain ranges dominating the eastern two-thirds and plains in the western third, where its highly urbanized population is concentrated. The combined territories under ROC control consist of 168 islands in total covering 36,193 square kilometres. The largest metropolitan area is formed by Taipei, New Taipei City, and Keelung. With around 23.9 million inhabitants, Taiwan is among the most densely populated countries.

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Explosion in department store in Taiwan leaves one dead and several injured The explosion at the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi department store in Taichung has killed one person and injured ten, four of them seriously. The cause of the incident is being investigated. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 1 week ago

Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival: A tradition of hope and blessings in Taiwan The Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival in Taiwan, held on the 15th day of the Lunar New Year, draws thousands of visitors and locals to release paper lanterns carrying wishes for good fortune. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 1 week ago

Earthquake In Taiwan: Powerful Quake of Magnitude 6.4 Hits Taiwan Midnight\| Shocking Details A powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.4 struck Taiwan at midnight, sending shockwaves across the island. The earthquake rattled buildings, triggered widespread alarms, and left many residents in fear... Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:04Published on January 20, 2025

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Gas Explosion at Taiwan Mall Kills at Least 4, Injures 26, Video Shows Blast At least four people are dead following a suspected Thursday morning gas explosion at Taiwan's Shin Kong Mitsukoshi department store. Video of the blast shows glass and debris violently ejecting from.. TMZ.com - Published 1 week ago
Gas explosion at department store in Taiwan kills at least four people At least four people have died in a gas explosion at a department store in Taiwan. Sky News - Published 1 week ago

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Taiwanese actress dies aged 48 of flu-related illness Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu has died at the age of 48, after contracting pneumonia that developed following the flu. Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago
Trump's pick for top cabinet job claims China will invade Taiwan by 2030 Donald Trump's nominee for secretary of state has said he anticipates the US "will have to deal with" China invading Taiwan before the end of this decade. Sky News - Published on January 15, 2025

Thousands take to streets in 25 countries: Protests over Kolkata rape-murder erupt across 130 cities Thousands of individuals from the Indian community protested in over 130 cities across 25 countries on Sunday to demand justice for a trainee doctor raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College in.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 9, 2024
Taiwan cheers boxer who won Olympic gold after gender row Lin Yu-ting and boxer Imane Khelif became the centre of a gender eligibility row that engulfed the Games. BBC Sport - Published on August 12, 2024
Lin secures medal amid eligibility row Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting becomes the second boxer at the centre of a gender eligibility row to secure a medal at the Paris Olympics. BBC Sport - Published on August 4, 2024
Lin wins controversial first bout at Paris Olympics Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting, whose inclusion in Paris 2024 has sparked controversy, wins her first bout of the Games. BBC Sport - Published on August 2, 2024

Typhoon Gaemi kills dozens and injures hundreds in Taiwan and Philippines At least 25 people have been killed in landslides and massive flooding after a typhoon swept through Taiwan and worsened monsoon rains in the Philippines. Sky News - Published on July 25, 2024
How India's growing ties with Tibet and Taiwan are rattling China India is enhancing its economic and technological collaboration with Taiwan, with a particular focus on the semiconductor industry. Taiwanese companies, including Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing.. IndiaTimes - Published on June 24, 2024
'Modi ji won't be intimidated': Taiwan's reply as China objects to ties with India Taiwan dismisses China's criticism of PM Modi's message exchange with Taiwanese president as 'unreasonable interference'. Deputy foreign minister Tien Chung-kwang assures Modi and president won't be.. IndiaTimes - Published on June 18, 2024	US delegation arrives in Taiwan days after China military drills A US congressional delegation has touched down in Taiwan days after China launched military drills around the self-governed island. Sky News - Published on May 26, 2024
China's war games spark international alarm but collective eye roll in Taiwan In Keelung, about 30 minutes from Taiwan's capital Taipei, China's recent war games seem to promote a kind of collective eye roll. Sky News - Published on May 25, 2024	China launches mock missile strikes on Taiwan to 'punish' new president China has tested its ability to "seize power" by launching mock missile strikes on Taiwan and pretending to bomb foreign assets. Sky News - Published on May 24, 2024
Taiwan deploys forces to 'protect freedom' amid major China military drills China's military has launched two days of major drills around Taiwan, encircling the island with ships and fighter jets in the greatest escalation in tension across the Taiwan Strait since 2022. Sky News - Published on May 23, 2024	Taiwan's new president has a clear message as he continues difficult balancing act with China The inauguration of Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, is more about handing over the baton than any dramatic change in policy for the island which is overshadowed by its large and powerful.. Sky News - Published on May 20, 2024
Thailand extends visa exemption plan for Indians to keep economy in check The Thailand government has approved a visa extension plan for Indian and Taiwanese tourists for an additional six months in an effort to boost its slow economy. The decision will permit travelers from.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 8, 2024	Senate passes 'historic' Ukraine aid deal worth $61bn with Biden set to sign legislation later The Senate has passed $95bn (£76.2bn) in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan after months of delays and rows - with Joe Biden set to sign the legislation later. Sky News - Published on April 24, 2024
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'Terrifying' aftershocks hit Taiwan after earthquake as search for missing continues "Terrifying" aftershocks have led to people sleeping in tents as the search for missing people continues following Taiwan's strongest earthquake in 25 years. Sky News - Published on April 4, 2024	Video Shows Massive Boulders Crushing Cars After Taiwan Earthquake Dashcam footage capturing the Taiwan earthquake shows just how terrifying it was for those caught in it ... 'cause it sparked a rock slide, which crushed vehicles on the road down below. Check it out.. TMZ.com - Published on April 3, 2024
Taiwan Earthquake Broadcasters Unfazed As Studio Violently Shook The most powerful earthquake in Taiwan in a quarter century did not upend a national newscast, as the anchor plowed ahead as the studio was violently shaking. The video is crazy ... SET News was on the.. TMZ.com - Published on April 3, 2024	From leaning buildings to choppy pools: Videos capture moment Taiwan quake struck A series of videos have captured the moment Taiwan was struck by its most powerful earthquake in more than two decades. Sky News - Published on April 3, 2024
PM Modi extends condolences to Taiwan earthquake victims IndiaTimes - Published on April 3, 2024	Taiwan Rocked by Massive Earthquake, At Least 9 Dead, Scores Injured Taiwan turned into hell on earth Wednesday morning as a massive earthquake rocked the island off China, killing at least 9 people and injuring over 900 more, while leaving dozens trapped. Local.. TMZ.com - Published on April 3, 2024
Power outages and tsunami alerts after strong earthquake A strong earthquake has struck off the coast of southwestern Japan - with reports of power outages in parts of Taiwan. Sky News - Published on April 3, 2024	China criticises UK and US for congratulating winner of Taiwan election China has criticised the UK, US and other governments for congratulating the winner of Taiwan's presidential election. Sky News - Published on January 14, 2024
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