May 4, 2025

CPC and Formosa Announce Fuel Price Reductions Amid Global Crude Oil Price Drop

Taipei: State-run CPC Corp. Taiwan and privately owned Formosa Petrochemical Corp. (FPC) have announced reductions in fuel prices, with gasoline and diesel prices being lowered by NT$1.1 (US$0.036) and NT$1.4 per liter, respectively. The new pricing, effective from Monday, sets gasoline prices at CPC and Formosa stations at NT$27.2, NT$28.7,

900+ Jobs Up for Grabs in Taipei 4-Day Recruitment Drive

Taipei: More than 900 job openings will be available during a four-day recruitment campaign starting Monday across Taipei, the city’s Department of Labor said in a statement released on Sunday. According to Focus Taiwan, a total of 23 companies are participating in the event, offering positions with monthly salaries of

Taiwanese Comic Books Shine at 2025 Napoli Comicon in Italy

Naples: The 2025 Napoli Comicon in Italy is showcasing over 30 Taiwanese comic book titles, featuring live drawing and signing events by two renowned Taiwanese artists. The Taiwan Pavilion has become a focal point for comic book enthusiasts eager to experience the unique artistry of Taiwan. According to Focus Taiwan,

Tainan Celebrates Role Model Mothers Ahead of Mother’s Day

Taipei: The Tainan City government held a ceremony on Sunday honoring 57 female role models for their contributions to their families and communities. The oldest honoree, 100-year-old Wu Wang Lien-chao, was recognized as a “Model Mother of Compassion” and attended the event with around 30 family members, according to the

Inspection Rules Unchanged Despite First Ractopamine Detection in Pork Import: TFDA

Taipei: Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) announced on Sunday that it will maintain its current pork import inspection procedures, notwithstanding the detection of ractopamine in imported pork for the first time since lifting the ban in 2021. According to Focus Taiwan, the TFDA confirmed that pork imports will continue

Taiwan Braces for Rainy Week as Two Weather Fronts Approach

Taipei: Two weather fronts are expected to bring a mix of sunshine and showers to Taiwan in the coming week, the Central Weather Administration (CWA) said Sunday. The first front will approach Monday night, bringing heavier rain nationwide on Tuesday and Wednesday, it said. According to Focus Taiwan, conditions will