August 28, 2025

Cabinet Finalizes Draft Bill on Workplace Bullying

Taipei: The Cabinet on Thursday unveiled draft provisions on the prevention of workplace bullying, defining what constitutes “bullying” and proposing penalties, following a case last year that sparked public outcry. According to proposed amendments to…

CNA Debuts AI News Agent to Enhance Journalistic Workflow

Taipei: Taiwan’s Central News Agency (CNA) has unveiled an artificial intelligence (AI) news agent named “Chih Ming,” designed to streamline the work of its journalists. During a showcase event in Taipei on Thursday, CNA’s Media Lab demonstrated the A…

Former DPP Lawmaker Indicted on Corruption, Embezzlement Charges

Taipei: Prosecutors on Thursday indicted former Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Legislator Chen Ou-po on charges of corruption and embezzlement, seeking a sentence of 24 years and two months. Chen, who served in Taiwan’s Legislature from 2012 to 20…

TSMC Breaks Ground on Arizona Industrial Reclaimed Water Plant

Phoenix: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) announced that construction has commenced on its industrial reclaimed water factory in Arizona, with operations expected to begin in 2028. The facility is set to initially achieve an 85 percent wa…

ER Overcrowding Top Priority: Incoming Health Minister

Taipei: Incoming Health Minister Shih Chung-liang stated on Thursday that addressing emergency room (ER) overcrowding will be a primary focus once he assumes office next week. He also indicated that the probability of a National Health Insurance (NHI)…