January 19, 2026

Magnitude 4.3 Earthquake Shakes Kaohsiung

Kaohsiung: A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck Kaohsiung in southern Taiwan at 7:48 a.m. Monday, according to the Central Weather Administration (CWA).

According to Focus Taiwan, the epicenter of the temblor was located in Namaxia District, Kaohsiung, …

Mercury to Dip to 8°C as Strong Cold Air Mass Arrives: CWA

Taipei: A strong continental cold air mass is set to arrive in Taiwan late Monday, potentially sending temperatures in some low-lying areas down to as low as 8 degrees Celsius from Wednesday through Friday, the Central Weather Administration (CWA) sai…

Taoyuan Taxi Fares to Increase During Lunar New Year

Taipei: Taxi fares in Taoyuan will see an increase of NT$50 (US$1.58) per trip during the Lunar New Year holiday from February 13 to February 22, as announced by the Taoyuan City government’s Department of Transportation on Monday. This measure is bei…