November 3, 2025

Starlux Airlines to Launch Flights to Miyako Islands from Taichung and Taoyuan in February

Taichung: Starlux Airlines has announced the commencement of twice-weekly round-trip flights from Taoyuan and Taichung to the Miyako Islands in Japan starting February next year. The new service is set to enhance connectivity between Taiwan and Japan, specifically targeting travelers interested in exploring the scenic Miyako Islands. According to Focus

Train Service in Chiayi County Resumes After Fatal Track Accident

Chiayi: Train services between Chiayi and Nanjing stations in Chiayi County have resumed following a tragic accident involving a pedestrian on the tracks, Taiwan Railway Corp. announced Monday. The incident had led to a temporary suspension of services as emergency crews responded to the scene. According to Focus Taiwan, the

Taiwan Shares Open Higher as Main Index Rises

Taipei: The Taiwan Stock Exchange’s main index opened up 20.18 points at 28,253.53 Monday on turnover of NT$5.48 billion (US$178 million). According to Focus Taiwan, the positive opening indicates a favorable start to the trading week in Taiwan’s stock market. The increase in the index reflects investor confidence and a

3 Vietnamese Nationals Sentenced for Fraud in Changhua County

Taipei: Three Vietnamese nationals have been handed prison sentences by the Changhua District Court for their roles in a fraud syndicate, with sentences reaching up to 12 years and two months. The verdict, issued Thursday, details their involvement in schemes that defrauded victims through deceptive investment and dating platforms, as

Taichung Fire Claims Teen’s Life, Mother in Critical Condition

Taipei: A fire broke out at a residential building in Taichung’s Wuri District early Monday, killing a teenager and leaving her mother in critical condition. The blaze occurred in a two-story sheet-metal building on Wuguang Road. According to Focus Taiwan, the Taichung Fire Bureau reported receiving a call about the