July 28, 2025

2024 Sets New Temperature Record in Taiwan at 24.6°C: CWA

Taipei: Taiwan’s average temperature in 2024 reached 24.6 degrees Celsius, 0.7°C above the historical norm, making it the hottest year on record, according to the Central Weather Administration (CWA). According to Focus Taiwan, the CWA attributed the high temperature to global warming and the El Niño phenomenon. The “Annual Climate

U.S. Dollar Closes Higher on Taipei Forex Market

Taipei: The U.S. dollar rose against the Taiwan dollar Monday, gaining NT$0.063 to close at NT$29.523. According to Focus Taiwan, the turnover during the trading session reached US$1.167 billion. The trading day saw the greenback opening at NT$29.452 and fluctuating within a range between NT$29.450 and NT$29.524 before closing at

Kaohsiung Choir Triumphs in Tokyo Amid Political Tensions

Tokyo: Nibun Chorus, an Indigenous singing group from Kaohsiung, clinched a gold medal at the Tokyo International Choir Competition despite challenges posed by China’s interference over Taiwan’s national identity during the event. According to Focus Taiwan, Nibun Chorus triumphed in the folklore music section of the three-day competition, scoring 95.9

Taiwanese Group Joins Berlin Pride Parade with Strong Message of Unity

Berlin: A group of Taiwanese individuals participated in Berlin’s annual Pride parade on Saturday, joining hundreds of thousands of attendees in one of Europe’s largest LGBTQ+ events. This year’s Christopher Street Day (CSD) parade was held under the motto “No More Silence,” emphasizing the ongoing challenges of discrimination and violence