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Sesame-Sized Sea Slug Discovered in Taiwan Waters
Global News2d ago

Sesame-Sized Sea Slug Discovered in Taiwan Waters

A sea slug smaller than a sesame seed is revealing how much ocean life remains hidden in plain sight. The translucent creature, adorned with yellow and black stripes, was discovered during a recreational dive in Taiwan.

Google News - Scientists Discover2 min read
Taiwan Projects Strongest Economic Growth in 16 Years
Innovation2d ago

Taiwan Projects Strongest Economic Growth in 16 Years

Taiwan is forecasting its most robust economic growth in over a decade and a half, driven by the global AI revolution. The island nation's semiconductor industry, led by chipmaking giant TSMC, is riding the wave of surging demand for AI technology.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Taiwan Launches Carbon Fee, Kicks Off Climate Fund
Planet Wins2d ago

Taiwan Launches Carbon Fee, Kicks Off Climate Fund

Taiwan just collected its first-ever carbon emissions fees from major polluters, marking a historic step toward cleaning up the island's air. The payments will fuel a new government fund dedicated to cutting greenhouse gas emissions.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Taiwan Invites Malaysia to Co-Design Future of Healthcare
Solutions5d ago

Taiwan Invites Malaysia to Co-Design Future of Healthcare

Taiwan is calling on Malaysia's healthcare and tech sectors to help shape the future of digital health through a global competition offering $30,000 prizes. The campaign aims to connect innovators across borders to build smart healthcare systems that can scale worldwide.

Regional: malaysia technology (MY)2 min read
Taiwan Divers Find New Species Smaller Than a Sesame Seed
Planet Wins6d ago

Taiwan Divers Find New Species Smaller Than a Sesame Seed

A recreational diver in Taiwan discovered a translucent sea slug tinier than a grain of rice that turned out to be completely new to science. The find hints that countless tiny ocean species are still waiting to be discovered in coastal waters around the world.

Science Daily2 min read
Taiwan Opens World's Longest Single-Mast Bridge
Innovation6d ago

Taiwan Opens World's Longest Single-Mast Bridge

Taiwan just opened the Danjiang Bridge, a stunning 3,000-foot structure once deemed "impossible" by its own construction team. The record-breaking bridge cuts commute times by 25 minutes while protecting the environment and withstanding major earthquakes.

New Atlas2 min read
Student's $80 Taiwan ER Bill Reveals Healthcare Gap
Health & Wellness6d ago

Student's $80 Taiwan ER Bill Reveals Healthcare Gap

An American student paid just $80 for a full emergency room visit in Taiwan without insurance. His viral post shows what affordable healthcare looks like in a country where it's treated as a right, not a privilege.

Upworthy2 min read
Phone Case Maker Builds $2M Ocean Cleanup Platform in Taiwan
Planet WinsMay 22

Phone Case Maker Builds $2M Ocean Cleanup Platform in Taiwan

The world's largest smartphone case company just deployed an AI-powered floating platform off Taiwan's coast to collect ocean plastic. RHINOSHIELD spent 18 months and $2 million creating Circular Blue, an autonomous system that could change how we fight marine pollution.

Good News Network2 min read
Apple Expands Health Features to 160+ Countries
Health & WellnessMay 22

Apple Expands Health Features to 160+ Countries

Apple just made life-saving health tools available to millions more people worldwide, including hearing tests and sleep monitoring. The tech giant's latest expansion brings vital health features to India, Italy, and Taiwan.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Taiwan's 'Taiwan Travelogue' Wins International Booker Prize
Global NewsMay 20

Taiwan's 'Taiwan Travelogue' Wins International Booker Prize

A historical romance set in 1930s Taiwan has become the first Mandarin Chinese novel to win the International Booker Prize. Author Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and translator Lin King share the prestigious award for their captivating story about language, power, and colonial history.

Euronews2 min read
Taiwan Invests $3.16M in Humanoid Robot Technology
InnovationMay 20

Taiwan Invests $3.16M in Humanoid Robot Technology

Taiwan's government is backing the future of robotics with a major grant for humanoid robot development. The funding aims to boost the country's position in the global AI and robotics race.

Google: robotics innovation2 min read
Taiwan Opens AI Robotics Hub to Speed Healthcare Innovation
InnovationMay 20

Taiwan Opens AI Robotics Hub to Speed Healthcare Innovation

Taiwan just launched a cutting-edge robotics center designed to fast-track AI solutions for hospitals, warehouses, and emergency teams. The new facility could help transform how robots assist people in everyday life.

Google: robotics innovation2 min read
Taiwan Opens AI Robotics Hub to Boost Global Innovation
InnovationMay 20

Taiwan Opens AI Robotics Hub to Boost Global Innovation

Taiwan just launched a cutting-edge robotics center designed to turn AI ideas into real-world solutions for healthcare, disaster response, and beyond. The facility connects startups with manufacturers to speed up development and bring helpful robots to market faster.

Google: robotics innovation2 min read
Ocean Solar Farm Beats Land Solar by 12% in Taiwan
Planet WinsMay 20

Ocean Solar Farm Beats Land Solar by 12% in Taiwan

A floating solar farm off Taiwan's coast produces 12% more electricity than land-based solar panels, offering a breakthrough for space-strapped nations. The ocean installation also delivers higher profits while cutting emissions.

New Scientist2 min read
Taiwan and Malta Partner to Help Ukraine War Survivors
Acts of KindnessMay 18

Taiwan and Malta Partner to Help Ukraine War Survivors

Taiwan's aid agency is joining forces with Malteser International to provide rehabilitation and psychological support for Ukrainian civilians who lost limbs in the war. The partnership highlights how humanitarian cooperation transcends borders.

Google: cooperation international2 min read
Taiwan City Writes the Playbook for Responsible Solar Power
Planet WinsMay 18

Taiwan City Writes the Playbook for Responsible Solar Power

Taoyuan, Taiwan just released comprehensive guidelines ensuring solar projects protect the environment from planning to retirement. The city is pioneering a "cradle to grave" approach that other regions worldwide could follow.

PV Magazine3 min read
GlobalWafers Earns Climate Approval for Net-Zero Plan
SolutionsMay 14

GlobalWafers Earns Climate Approval for Net-Zero Plan

One of the world's major semiconductor wafer manufacturers just got the green light for its ambitious climate targets from leading scientists. GlobalWafers is now officially committed to cutting emissions fast enough to help keep global warming under 1.5°C.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Delta Opens €40M R&D Hub in Germany for AI Power Tech
InnovationMay 12

Delta Opens €40M R&D Hub in Germany for AI Power Tech

A Taiwanese electronics giant just invested millions in a German innovation center that will help power the next generation of AI data centers and electric vehicles. The new facility will employ 250 engineers from around the world.

Google News - Germany Innovation2 min read
Foxconn Launches Two Satellites, Enters Space Race
InnovationMay 3

Foxconn Launches Two Satellites, Enters Space Race

Taiwan's electronics giant Foxconn just launched two satellites into orbit, marking a major leap beyond smartphone manufacturing. The company is betting big on space technology as the next frontier for growth.

Morocco World News2 min read
Taiwan's Lai Visits Eswatini, Signs Trade Deals Despite Pressure
Global NewsMay 3

Taiwan's Lai Visits Eswatini, Signs Trade Deals Despite Pressure

Taiwan's president William Lai just completed a diplomatic visit to Eswatini, the island nation's only African ally, strengthening ties despite intense pressure from China to isolate Taiwan. The trip resulted in new trade agreements that bolster economic cooperation between the two nations.

Al Jazeera English2 min read

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