April 13, 2026

KMT Lawmakers Propose Referendum on Caning for Major Crimes

Taipei: Lawmakers from the opposition Kuomintang (KMT) on Monday announced their plans to initiate a campaign for a referendum proposing caning as a punishment for individuals convicted of significant offenses, including large-scale fraud, child abuse…

Canceled 2026 Taiwan Athletics Open to be Held Under New Name

Banqiao: The 2026 Taiwan Athletics Open, initially announced as canceled, will proceed under a new name, providing Taiwanese athletes a chance to compete with international peers. The event is now titled “New Taipei City Athletics Open 2026” and will …