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Taiwan shares plummet by 4.51% to end day below 40,000-point mark

Taiwan shares saw their biggest ever intraday drop on Friday. The Taiex plummeted by a whopping 3,737 points during the trading session, pushing the index below the 12-month moving average. Even bellwether stocks such as TSMC hit limit-down. Though bargain hunters stepped in and eased the selling pressure, the market still closed with losses across the board. Taiwan shares ended the day down 1,873 points or 4.51%, falling below the 40,000-point mark. TSMC shares also closed down, at N$2,135, or 4.69%. Taiwan shares have been on a downward slope for six days now, accumulating almost 5,500 points in losses. The president and the premier weighed in on the matter. Let’s hear from them.

Lai Ching-te
President
The mid-term elections in the US have just wrapped up, and that has created a new political landscape. A reaction from financial markets is to be expected. The world is entering the era of AI. That’s something that won’t change, which means that Taiwan’s tech industry will continue to develop. That’s what we can expect. I urge everyone to not panic because of these changes in the market.

Cho Jung-tai
Premier
This morning I instructed the Financial Supervisory Commission to monitor developments in international and domestic markets.

Only last month, Taiwan shares hit a record high of 49,968 points on Oct. 6. Since then, the market has plunged 20.55%. With investor confidence shaken, the government’s NT$500 billion National Stabilization Fund is now on standby, should it need to shore up the market next week. If so, it will mark the fund’s 10th intervention since its establishment in 2000. Except for its first intervention, which ended in losses, the fund has recorded gains and exited the market profitably eight times.

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#taiwanshares #stock #losses #financialmarket #taiex

Time：2026-11-06

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Puma Shen’s English interview delivers key message on democracy

DPP’s Taipei Mayoral Candidate, Puma Shen is making headlines once again for delivering an interview in perfect English. He discusses how he engaged with voters and followed polls always remaining optimistic about the race. He explained the gravity of Taiwan’s democratic elections, and how they are a slap in China’s face.

Puma Shen
Taipei Mayoral Candidate (DPP)
I think a real slap on China is democracy, right? So for me, even Chiang Wan-an got elected is also a slap on China because we prove that democracy works here in Taiwan. And we are not interfered by China, so every election is a slap on them.

DPP’s Puma Shen, who is running for Taipei Mayor, recently sat with Reuters at the Legislative Yuan for an interview conducted fully in English. He discussed the gravity of Taiwan’s elections as a symbol for democracy as well as the impact of the Twin-City forum without interference from China.

Puma Shen
Taipei Mayoral Candidate (DPP)
If there’s no political pre-condition, and if there’s no harassment, I mean from China, and then, if there’s no drills, I mean after there’s the Twin-City Forum. Without all this, maybe it’s okay to have this exchange forum.

Shen mentioned that China still needs the Twin-City Forum so that Shanghai and Taipei can officially communicate.

Puma Shen
Taipei Mayoral Candidate (DPP)
Even when I tried to talk about China, in a soft way, I didn’t really receive criticism by, like you mentioned, any hardcore supporters and saying that, “You should criticize China right now!”

When discussing the growing O’Shen wave, he explained that his supporters are quite diverse, suggesting serving the city is unaffected by political party.

Puma Shen
Taipei Mayoral Candidate (DPP)
I don’t really divide people into blue, white and green. It’s more about like, you are the group that is trying to take care of children or taking care of parents, you have certain needs and I’m the one who can solve the issue.

Shen also mentioned that since entering the election in May, he was 30% behind in the polls and now as the gap continues to close, he remains optimistic.

Puma Shen
Taipei Mayoral Candidate (DPP)
Right now, I’m only losing by 4%, so still I have the chance to win.

The O’Shen wave isn’t just flooding Taiwan, some of it has flowed overseas letting the world see Taiwan’s elections.

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#pumashen #oshenwave #dpp #taipeimayor #taiwan #elections

2026-11-06

Chiang Wan-an rushes to follow suit after Puma Shen sits with KMT veteran

With Taipei’s mayoral race heating up, a cross-party visit is now sparking a political tug-of-war. DPP candidate Puma Shen visited former Taipei City Council Speaker Chen Chien-chih on Thursday to seek advice on governing across party lines. But incumbent Mayor Chiang Wan-an quickly followed suit, inviting the veteran KMT heavyweight to his campaign headquarters. The move raised eyebrows, with critics questioning why an 82-year-old political veteran is being asked to make the trip instead of being visited himself. But it seems that the Taipei mayor ultimately listened to the criticism. On Friday afternoon, a former KMT lawmaker posted a photo showing Chiang visiting Chen.

Chen Chien-chih (Nov. 5)
Former Taipei City Council Speaker (KMT)
I was of course really happy that Puma Shen wanted to visit me. We talked about my experience as council speaker, and about how I handled disagreements between the parties. People from all parties and factions have visited me before running for Taipei mayor, including James Soong, Frank Hsieh and Su Tseng-chang. I gladly welcomed them all.

On Thursday, DPP’s mayoral candidate for Taipei, Puma Shen paid a visit to former Taipei Council Speaker Chen Chien-chih of the KMT, which was seen by some as an attempt to win over Chiang Wan-an’s core supporter base. Chiang immediately responded by announcing Chen had been invited to visit his campaign headquarters next Thursday.

Puma Shen
Taipei Mayoral Candidate (DPP)
I think they completely misunderstood the point of the visits. Former Speaker Chen and I are from different parties. But if I end up governing, my administration will have to engage with the other party. So it’s a must to learn how to handle these sorts of discussions from someone who was council speaker for so long.

Chen Chien-chih (Nov. 5)
Former Taipei City Council Speaker (KMT)
I am 82 years old already. The fact that he still thinks highly of me, and that he doesn’t think I’m too old is something that made me extremely happy.

Kang Jen-chun
Veteran commentator
It’s not so much that Shen is trying to make a breakthrough. I think he is just very interested in getting advice. It’s something he has very strong ideas about. He’s also shown everyone that he doesn’t want to live inside his own echo chamber.

Chen is a KMT heavyweight. Commentators say that, having seen Shen scoring points with his party, Chiang is now rushing to catch up. But it seems he’s forgotten the proper way to do things. Instead of going out to visit Chen, Chiang has invited the octogenarian to visit his campaign quarters instead. What’s worse is that Chiang won’t be present himself. Instead, campaign director Lu Shiow-yen will be the one to meet Chen. It’s not sitting well with some.

Chuang Jui-hsiung
DPP Legislative Caucus
It’s bizarre. If you want to get advice from an elder or ask them for something, you should be the one going to visit them. Chiang maybe was afraid that if he visited Chen, people would once again say that he’s being a copycat. So to avoid that, he flipped it around and asked former Speaker Chen to visit his campaign headquarters instead.

The criticism over Chiang’s visiting etiquette clearly pushed some buttons as former KMT lawmaker Apollo Chen posted a photo on social media showing that Chiang had gone out of his way to actually visit Chen on Friday afternoon.

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#taipei #politics #pumashen #蔣萬安 #elections

2026-11-06

‘I felt like it!’ Woman rips off 25 license plates from 15 cars

A woman out on a walk in Shilin on Thursday decided to spice up her afternoon by ripping off the number plates from cars parked on Shuangxi Street. She didn’t steal them, however. Once she pried them off from the vehicles she laid them neatly on the ground besides the car. Let’s hear from one of the car owners.

Mr. Lu
Left plateless
Was it some kind of performance art? I thought something major had happened. Who would’ve thought? She was so fast. She cleared more than a dozen cars in less than half an hour.

Lin Yi-chun
Police officer
After reviewing surveillance footage, the suspect was identified and tracked back to her home. She was apprehended within 3 hours.

Lee Yu-han
FTV reporter
Here at the scene of the incident, about half a dozen cars still look like this. The place where the number plate should be is empty. A notice has been posted on the windshields asking owners to go to the police station.

The woman removed a total of 25 number plates from 15 cars. Once the police was notified about the incident, officers were dispatched to take the number plates for safekeeping, and to track down the woman, surnamed Yang, who lives nearby. Asked about her motive, she simply said she was out for a walk and decided to remove the license plates because she “felt like it.” Removal tools were found in her bag. Ms. Yang’s case has been referred to the district prosecutor’s office on charges of coercion. The owners of the cars may file charges

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#numberplate #licenseplate #weird #prank #lmao

2026-11-06

Central Bank highlights Hla’alua people in latest Indigenous coin set

The Central Bank recently unveiled the 15th edition of its Taiwan Aboriginal Culture Series, this time highlighting the Hla’alua people. The coins feature traditional attire, cross-stitch patterns, and a sacred shell to showcase the Hla’alua culture. Each set also includes a NT$20 circulating coin. Only 13,000 sets are to be released, going on sale on Nov. 12.

The design on this commemorative coin includes colorful traditional attire and cross-stitch patterns.

On the reverse side is a sacred shell representing ancestral spirits and the protective power of the family. The set also includes a NT$20 circulating coin. This is the 15th edition of the Central Bank’s Taiwan Aboriginal Culture Series, dedicated to the Hla’alua people.

Teng Yen-ta
Central Bank Department of Issuance director
A total of 13,000 sets will be offered at different branches of the Bank of Taiwan. Each person will be limited to two sets. Each one is priced at NT$350.

Since 1998, the Central Bank has issued 14 of these Aboriginal Culture Series coin sets. The 15th edition this year is to go on sale on Nov. 12. This round centers the Hla’alua people, known for their unique sacred shell festival. The tribe of about 500, primarily from Kaohsiung’s Taoyuan District, was officially recognized as Taiwan’s 15th Indigenous group in 2014. The Central Bank visited the tribe in person for input.

Teng Yen-ta
Central Bank Department of Issuance director
In 2012, we issued a National Parks of Taiwan coin set that continued through 2021. This year, we’re resuming the aboriginal series with this new Hla’alua coin set to honor Indigenous cultures. Much like our zodiac series, we’re not doing this for a profit. The price is very close to its cost.

The Central Bank said it plans to issue coin sets for the official 16th and 17th tribes in the future, hoping to commemorate these unique cultures for future generations.

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#CentralBank #coinset #indigenous #Hla’alua #commemorativecoin

2026-11-06

Taiwanese-American baseball star receives gold card from president

Taiwanese-American baseball star Stuart Fairchild, affectionately known as "Fei Zai," is back in Taiwan, to meet the president. Earlier this year, Fairchild became a superstar in Taiwan, after hitting a grand slam against Czechia at the World Baseball Classic. Now, Fairchild is in Taiwan with his family and his wife, who is not shy to share sweet moments of the trip online. Besides sightseeing, a highlight of the trip happened on Friday, when President Lai Ching-te personally presented Fairchild with an Employment Gold Card at the Presidential Office. Let’s hear more.

- President Lai will now present Mr. Fairchild with the Taiwan Employment Gold Card.

Lai Ching-te
President
The significance of this Employment Gold Card is to make Taiwan feel like a second home for you. As a baseball fan, I’m thrilled to have this opportunity today to personally thank you face-to-face. During the game between Taiwan and Czechia, when you hit that grand slam with the bases loaded. It was just wow. We’re all huge fans of yours now.

Stuart Fairchild
Taiwanese-American baseball star
Ever since representing Team Taiwan in the World Baseball Classic, the love and support
I have received from the people of Taiwan has been truly overwhelming. I am incredibly proud of my Taiwanese heritage, and this visit has only deepened that pride and my connection to Taiwan. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart. (In Mandarin) Thank you, Taiwan.

Fairchild’s visit has drawn plenty of attention, with fans proud to see the Taiwanese-American player embracing his Taiwanese roots. A hero on the baseball field, he’s also a devoted husband off the field. His wife, Hannah, shared a romantic photo of the couple at Taipei 101, captioned "Over the moon." The post got more than 170,000 likes, and left fans gushing that they look like a match made in heaven. Fairchild is also scheduled to take part in a baseball training camp in Tianmu this weekend, where he’ll have the opportunity to interact with local players.

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#fairchild #baseball #goldcard #taiwan #grandslam

2026-11-06

Man jumps out of car just before it explodes on highway

At 8am on the Nov. 6, a car caught on fire on the intersection of Provincial Highway 74 and 139. The driver noticed white smoke coming out of the back of the SUV and quickly came to a stop by the side of the road. The moment he jumped off, the vehicle erupted into flames followed by several loud explosions. In a few moments, the entire car was burned to its shell leaving the driver feeling very lucky to have gotten out in time.

Large columns of smoke and huge bright orange flames emerge from a burning car!

Loud explosions could be heard from a car engulfed in flames by the highway.

Around 8am on Friday morning, a car burst into flames near a highway. In just a few minutes, the entire SUV exploded and burned beyond saving. Firefighters arrived on scene just off the intersection of Provincial Highway 74A and 139 in Changhua to extinguish the fire.

Driver
Owner of the SUV
Suddenly, the back of the car emitted white smoke; I quickly pulled over to the right and stopped the car, the moment I got off it burst into flames. Originally, the car was giving alerts saying that it “needs service.” I was about to head to the service center today, but then this happened.

The accident took place during the morning rush hour and many passing by witnessed the horrifying scene. The driver explained he had received several warning alerts from the car and had already scheduled a check-up at the service center. But as he was driving he noticed white smoke coming out of the back of the car and he quickly stopped the car and jumped out just in time.

Hsiao Chun-hsiung
Firefighter in Changhua East Fire Department
When we arrived on the scene, the fire was quite big, after hosing it down the fire was under control.

Why the car suddenly caught on fire and whether it is directly related to the service warnings remains under investigation.

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#fireaccident #carexplosion #traffic #changhua #taiwanaccident

2026-11-06

Deer darts onto Taichung road, colliding with scooter

A rare traffic accident occurred in Taichung when a sambar deer suddenly darted onto the road and collided with a scooter. The scooter and rider were thrown to the ground, suffering multiple injuries. The driver was quickly taken to the hospital and thankfully recovered quickly.

A rare traffic accident occurred in Taichung when a sambar deer suddenly darted onto the road and collided with a scooter. The scooter and rider were thrown to the ground, suffering multiple injuries. The driver was quickly taken to the hospital and thankfully recovered quickly.

A car’s dashcam captured an accident on the right side of the road, as scooters hit their brakes while turning the corner. A deer dashed into the road, crashing into a scooter and bringing the vehicle and its rider down with it.

The scooter was left lying in the middle of the road, forcing riders behind to swerve out of the way. The injured deer scrambled to its feet, finally fleeing the scene in a panic.

This happened on Section 5 of Xiangshan Road in Taichung’s DaduDistrict. The crash left the scooter driver hurt, but thankfully not seriously injured.

Member of public
Driver
When you hit a deer, what if it’s a protected species? Who’s held responsible? If it were me, I’d cover the damage to my vehicle myself. But what about the deer?

An ambulance arrived and took the injured driver to the hospital, where they recovered smoothly.

Liu Yu-hao
Police officer
Drivers traveling through mountainous or rural areas where wild animals are likely to appear should remain alert to road conditions and their surroundings, and slow down to allow for more reaction time.

Scooter debris remained scattered by the scene of the accident, not far from a road sign warning to watch for deer. When drivers collide with wild animals, they have little choice but to cover the damages themselves.

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#deer #sambadeer #Taichung #accident #scooter #driver #caraccident #injury #animal

2026-11-06

Taipei Fullon Hotel to be converted into ‘smart’ senior housing

Situated in the heart of Taipei on Jianguo South Road, the first Fullon Hotel in the capital closed its doors in August after 20 years. Now, the property will be transferred into the hands of a senior living community for rent of NT$144 million a year. The operator plans to turn it into a “smart” senior village powered by AI under an expected 20-year lease, earning the landlord, Taiwan Sugar Corp, nearly NT$2.3 billion.

After its closure, Fullon Hotel Taipei, Central is poised to welcome a new tenant.

Chen Chih-fan
FTV reporter
What used to be the first Fullon Hotel in Taipei closed in August after 20 years of operation. Now, a new tenant is moving in. They plan to create a “smart” senior living community with hotel amenities.

Senior citizen
Taipei resident
It’s great! I’ve actually already experienced it myself. This place has lots of facilities you can enjoy.

Senior citizen
Taipei resident
With so many facilities available for support, we won’t need our children to take care of us. And we can get medical treatment nearby.

With the touch of a button, an oxygen concentrator comes to life. This suction machine, too, both of which use AI to monitor health data. Top-notch medical equipment such as this are just the basics for this planned facility. Taiwan Sugar Corp is the landlord of this 33-year-old building, which for the past 20 has been rented out by the Fullon Hotel. Now, it will change hands to a senior living community for NT$114 million per year. With a 20-year lease, Taisugar is poised to earn NT$2.3 billion in the deal. Plans for the facility include 110 double-occupancy rooms, healthcare, and dining services.

Chen Mi
Senior community operator
It’s an environment and space that feels like home, where residents can receive excellent medical, nursing, and wellness care. The building was originally granted Category B commercial hospitality usage. After bringing it up to standard for hotel-style apartments, we added further value by allowing each room to apply for medical headwalls and satisfy H-2 building qualifications.

It may be retrofitted to meet all senior living standards, but it will come with a big price tag. For one person, the rent is NT$20 million over 20 years. Compare that with Ruenfu New Life in New Taipei, which is NT$7 million to NT$15 million for deposit and rent. Chang Gung Health and Culture Village in Taoyuan’s Guishan, which is integrated with the hospital, costs NT$27,500 to NT$47,800 per month not including the deposit, adding up to NT$6.6 million over 20 years.

As Taiwan becomes a super-aged society where every fifth person is over 65, senior living communities are to face overwhelming demand, driving an increase of new players in the market.

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#seniorcommunity #seniorliving #superagedsociety #FullonHotel #elderly

2026-11-06

Comedian hears report on transnational repression

The Legislative Yuan on Thursday held a session about China’s transnational repression. Several government agencies delivered a special report on the issue. Among the people listening in on the presentations was comedian Huang Yi-hao, who has been the target in several repression plots. One legislator from the KMT, Weng Hsiao-ling had an issue with the report, saying it was focusing too narrowly on China, and suggesting there were other forces as well. Let’s hear more.

- Has the government published an official list of hostile foreign forces?
- Everyone knows who Taiwan’s only foreign hostile force is.
- You mean the CCP?
- Correct.

Weng Hsiao-ling
Legislator (KMT)
But are there no other foreign hostile forces besides the CCP? The Mainland Affairs Council and the National Security Council have taken an extremely narrow view of what amounts to a foreign hostile force.

Huang Yi-hao
Comedian
I was looking forward to hearing Legislator Weng Hsiao-ling name some other foreign hostile forces after her question. But she didn’t. She just left everyone hanging, to figure it out for themselves. I honestly don’t know who else she thinks poses a threat to Taiwan. Maybe she can compile her own list. I didn’t understand some of her remarks, so I turned around to ask the people around me, but from the look on their faces, it was clear that they also didn’t know what she was on about.

Comedian Huang Yi-hao was targeted in a series of attacks after mocking Chinese leader Xi Jinping during a routine. A club he was performing in had paint and feces thrown at it by bad actors. He was also later injured in a pre-arranged car collision where the goal was to leave him with broken arms and legs. The plot was traced to individuals in China who provided funding and instructions. As China’s transnational repression grows increasingly aggressive, the DPP and Executive Yuan have proposed several legislative amendments to strengthen Taiwan’s response. However, all of the proposals have been stalled due to opposition from KMT and TPP lawmakers.

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#transnational #repression #comedian #ccp #joke #forces

2026-11-05

Furikake fury breaks out as parents slam puny lunch seasoning portions

A battle over rice seasoning has put fresh criticism on Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s free school lunch program. The controversy centers on a tiny packet of furikake seasoning at an elementary school, where teachers were reportedly asked to hand out just 2g per student. The arrangement has sparked questions over whether the meals are enough for children and whether the policy is placing extra responsibilities on teachers. Chiang has promised to ease their workload, while his mayoral challenger Puma Shen is questioning the lack of supporting measures behind the program.

Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s program to offer free school lunches in Taipei has been shrouded in controversy since it launched two months ago. The latest scandal was in Yong’an Elementary School in Zhongshan District.

A resealable plastic bag packed with furikake seasoning carries a note with instructions for teachers: “2g per person please help portion.” A parent shared the picture on social media saying “No wonder nobody wants to be a teacher now, you worry about the kids being hungry and you have extra duties.”

Chiang Wan-an
Taipei mayor
I have asked the Education Department to tell schools that the food should be portioned in a way that lightens the burden on teachers.

Puma Shen
Taipei Mayoral Candidate (DPP)
His free school lunch program lacks supporting measures. It can’t be that the city launches a school lunch policy that requires getting help from the parents. The government’s duty is to listen to what the people are saying. Instead, every time that someone raises questions their response is to say, “No, we’re doing a great job.”

One tallied up the school lunch scandals, counting 2g of furikake, three bigger-than-normal blueberries and four longans. Another one compared Taipei with Tainan, where each student gets a full packet with a whopping 13g of furikake seasoning.

The school has come out to explain the situation. Since furikake is a seasoning, it is not counted as part of the meal and is therefore provided separately to also account for students with allergies. As for the instructions regarding the portions, the school says it previously received complaints that some students were getting more seasoning than others. Now, if they want more, they can just ask the teacher.

Tung Yu-wen
Yong’an Elementary School nutritionist
Our school has been providing furikake seasoning this way for years. The serving of 2g is just the recommended amount. There are no rules to enforce how the seasoning is portioned, and there are no limits on how much they can use. Students who want more can get more from the seasoning area.

Chang Hui-ping
Nutritionist
Furikake seasoning is mixed in with rice to add some flavor. It’s not a dish in itself. It doesn’t really affect the nutritional value of the meals, but it does contain salt, so children are advised to eat it in moderation.

Taipei’s Education Department has asked the school to revise its procedures to not add extra burden onto teachers. Meanwhile nutritionists continue to work for the health of students.

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#schoollunch #furikake #yummy #seasoning #rice

2026-11-05

Man busted trying to post packages for free through TR lost-and-found

A man in Yilan thought he was being real slick with a method he came up with to avoid paying delivery fees to send packages around Taiwan. On Tuesday, the 27-year-old, surnamed Chang, sent a total of 6 packages to Shulin by abandoning them on the luggage racks inside trains. Each box said the recipient was Xi Jinping. His plan was to later go to the lost-and-found to pick up the packages for free. But the plan came crumbling down after a train driver found the packages and called the police. Let’s hear more.

Kelly Wang
FTV reporter
On the train, nobody finds it strange if there are suitcases or packages on the luggage racks. But this package destined for Xi Jinping quickly set alarms off, especially as the local elections draw near.

Su Chien-wei
Police officer
The Taiwan Railway has filed a fraud complaint. Preliminary investigations indicate the suspect was trying to save on transportation costs. He did not intend to intimidate the public, and he did not have political motives. The case has been referred to the New Taipei District Prosecutors Office.

The train conductor handed the suspicious packages to the police, who used a metal detector to check for explosives. But the cardboard boxes contained nothing more than clothes and discarded receipts. The sender, Mr. Chang, says he wrote Xi Jinping on the boxes so that nobody would dare touch them. But it turns out, that was precisely what set off warning bells. Amid the current state of cross-strait ties, and the uptick in China’s repression tactics overseas, national security agencies have gotten involved. They will further investigate whether Mr. Chang has any other motives or connections.

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#train #hack #sender #travel #taiwan

2026-11-05

Campaign video shows candidate almost hit by truck repeatedly

A candidate for Pingtung County councilor recently released a dramatic video to promote his campaign headquarters, showing him sitting in the middle of the road as a truck speeds straight toward him over and over. The suspenseful video grabbed people’s attention and many praised its creativity. But at the same time, filming in the middle of the road is grounds for a traffic fine.

Sir, that’s dangerous, there’s a truck coming behind you!

The video cuts right before the truck strikes, repeated over and over like he’s stuck in a nightmare. This is a promotional video for a politician’s campaign, but its suspense had viewers holding their breath.

Member of public
Young woman
I kept watching to see if he was in danger.

Member of public
Man
It’s very effective. It grabs attention.

Chiang Chia-huang
Pingtung County councilor candidate
I’m about to get hit in the video, but I actually get away. Then the truck comes again. I kept filming like this for about three hours straight.

Driver
Found filming stressful
I went back and forth 24 times. It was really stressful because if I hit him while he’s sitting there, I would be in trouble too.

This creative video definitely got a lot of views, but the candidate could get fined, because shooting a film in the middle of the roads is against the law.

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#candidate #campaign #video #campaignvideo #headquarters #Pingtung #councilor #elections

2026-11-05

Unruly drunk man harasses pipa player mid-performance

An unruly drunk man ruined a street performance that a pipa player was putting on in Taipei’s bustling Xinyi District. The player was getting to the end of her show when a man reeking of alcohol approached her and demanded she play a song of his choosing. She accepted his request, but shortly after was interrupted by the man who whistled at her and got too close to her. The last straw was when he reached out and touched her music stand.

Ruen Ying
Picked-on Pipa player
I was dead scared at the time. There was quite a large crowd in a circle, but he stepped really close to me, and stretched out his arms to get a touch. He ended up touching my music stand. I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to get away since I was carrying my pipa. I stopped the show and told him that I wouldn’t continue until he went and stood behind the line. That way, everyone watching was focused on him. I think it was a good way to handle it.

Ruen Ying has been playing the pipa for 18 years now. At the insistence of her friends, she signed up to the exams to become a licensed street performer. For the past five years, she has been filling the capital with her music, racking up more than 30,000 followers on social media. She says the uncomfortable encounter with the drunken man was the first negative experience she’s had, adding that she’ll be more alert in the future.

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#pipa #琵琶 #streetperformer #taipei #music

2026-11-05

Fire breaks out in Industrial Park leaving a man severely burned

The sky flooded with bright orange flames on Wednesday evening in Changhua. A huge explosion at a four-story chemical plant in Changbin Industrial Park left a 60-year-old employee trapped on the rooftop. He had climbed to the highest point of the building waiting to be rescued. Firefighters arrived and used a ladder truck to bring the man to safety. Unfortunately, 30% of his body was covered in second-degree burns; he is currently under critical observation at the hospital.

A massive fire broke out on a four-story chemical plant in Changbin Industrial Park. The sky filled with columns of smoke and orange flames.

Loud explosions could be heard from inside the factory. One male worker was even trapped on the rooftop of the burning building with the fire just below him. Firefighters continued to spray water to stop the fire from reaching the man. They used a ladder to brave the flames and two firefighters risked their lives to reach out and grab the worker’s hand, bringing him onto the ladder and to safety.

Chiang Chin-sung
Deputy of First Battalion in Changhua Fire Department
Where he was stuck on the 4th floor, the truck deployed a ladder to rescue and bring him to safety.

The fire broke out around 6pm and spread rapidly due to the large quantities of flammable liquids inside the building. The 60-year-old employee was rescued around 8pm and suffered severe burns on his back. An ambulance rushed him to the hospital for emergency treatment.

Chiu Chun-chieh
Chief of Emergency Care, Changhua Christian Hospital
Around 30% of his body was covered in second-degree burns and was admitted to the burn unit, he is in critical condition.

The man survived more than 2 hours in the fire which is a miracle. The following 72 hours will be very tense for this worker as he battles it out under critical observation. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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#fire #chemicalplant #changhua #chemicalexplosion #industrialplant

2026-11-05

Taiwanese tourist shares on Mt. Everest Helicopter Crash

On Tuesday morning, two helicopters collided near the Mount Everest base camp, leaving one dead and others injured. Other trekkers waited onsite to board the helicopters witnessed the nightmare. A Taiwanese tour group was also present of which two women suffered minor injuries to their hands; others remain unscathed and returned safely to Taiwan on Thursday.

Carrying a backpack, dragging their luggage, the 10 members of a Taiwanese tour group finally landed in the airport. But their faces seem to carry more exhaustion than joy.

Woman on the expedition
Witnessed the crash
After many days of that expedition, all of us just wanted to take the helicopter and go home. I watched them fly closer to us, I thought, “If they fly so close, won’t they collide?” and then just as I thought it, it happened.

Recalling the nightmarish scene, the trekkers still feel anxious. None of them could have imagined that after reaching the Mount Everest base camp at the end of October, the trip would end in disaster.

Their eyes had watched the helicopter fly in, from the right side, at the same time another helicopter flew in from the left preparing to land. Both helicopters couldn’t dodge each other and violently collided and instantly sent shattered fragments flying everywhere.

Woman on the expedition
Witnessed the crash
The first helicopter should have been for the first group to board, then the second helicopter came and everyone ran backwards, because I was standing further back, I was pushed.

Dr. Lo
Member of the tour group
Actually speaking of the crash, so many fragments sprayed out. I thought it was quite scary and quite nerve-wracking. Thankfully, the direction of the explosion was going in another way and not coming towards us.

Two women from a Taiwanese tour group suffered minor injuries, everyone else was unharmed. Since helicopters are the only way to travel from base camps at Mt. Everest, the tour groups needed to wait for another to arrive.

Ringo Lee
Chairman of High Quality of Travel Association
It is to do with high mountains and steep ridges, helicopters are very important modes of transportation at high altitudes. Given the thin air, low density, and many valleys, it is a very difficult operation for helicopters.

A 2-week summit takes nearly half a year to prepare for, but accidents can always happen. It was a close call, but the trekkers were finally able to return home.

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2026-11-05

Stars of new Netflix show share parenthood experiences

A new Taiwanese Netflix show called Driving Mom Crazy features actors Liu Kuan-ting and Ivy Chen navigating the ups and downs of parenthood. Both draw on their real-life experiences as parents, bringing humor and depth to their characters. The show has become a talking point on and off screen.

In the new Netflix show Driving Mom Crazy, actor Liu Kuan-ting plays a gangster’s bodyguard. He trained for the fight scenes, but some unexpected mishaps were incorporated into the final cuts, adding a touch of humor.

Liu Kuan-ting
Actor
At one point, a stroller was supposed to roll away, so I asked the director if I could grab it and roll it back. The challenge with these choreographed moves was figuring out how to perform them in a way that fit the comedy of the series.

The series blends action and fantasy, with its body-swapping premise helping the characters get to know each other in a new light. It also explores the journey from young woman to mother.

Liu Kuan-ting
Actor
I’ve experienced being a first-time father, so I could draw on some of the funny moments and everyday experiences of caring for a baby to bring more depth to my character.

Ivy Chen
Actor
When I was pumping or breastfeeding, I had a strange feeling. On the one hand, I really wanted to feed the baby, while on the other hand I didn’t. I couldn’t feel happy about it, but I worried that the baby might be hungry. Breastfeeding and pumping were the only time I experienced such complicated emotions.

As their characters learn to care for one another and co-parent, Liu and Chen drew on their own experiences as parents to bring greater depth to the roles.

Liu Kuan-ting
Actor
I think it’s like transforming from a caterpillar into a butterfly. There are some tough times to get through.

Driving Mom Crazy mixes humor with fantasy to explore love, family, and personal growth, showing different sides of each character.

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#DrivingMomCrazy #Netflix #drama #comedy #IvyChen #LiuKuanting #father #mother #parenthood

2026-11-05

Kaohsiung noodle shop serves up generous portions for only NT$50

A classic eatery in Kaohsiung’s Zuoying District serves massive bowls of sesame noodles, piled high with toppings, all for only NT$50! Regulars say you need two people to finish one bowl. Meanwhile, in nearby Pingtung, there’s another shop selling pig’s blood soup for only NT$25, or NT$35 if you add intestines. It’s just as generous with the portions, filling each bowl to overflowing for their loyal customers.

Freshly cooked noodles with specialty sesame sauce are piled high in a large bowl. The shop doesn’t hold back, filling each portion to the brim. One bowl is only NT$50, enough to satiate even the most ravenous appetite.

Member of public
Customer
It’s super filling. They give such huge portions. The bowl is overflowing. I probably won’t be able to finish it. I’ll leave a bit. I haven’t had a huge appetite these days. For a similar price elsewhere, you’d get half the amount.

This shop in Kaohsiung’s Zuoying District is known for its huge portions, with each bowl heaped high with noodles and the side dishes just as generous. They’re still drawing new customers, while some regulars have been coming for over a decade.

Member of public
Regular customer
I started coming here 14 or 15 years ago. I always ask for a half portion because I can’t finish it. Even without ordering sides, just one bowl of noodles is huge.

Owner
Noodle shop
Some customers ask for more noodles, so I give them more for free. That little bit doesn’t make much difference to me.

This shop is happy to satisfy any appetite for just one NT$50 coin. A similar eatery in Pingtung is just as generous with their pig’s blood soup.

Each spoonful has big cubes of pig’s blood, leaving virtually no empty space. This bowl only costs NT$25, or NT$35 with intestines—a truly unbelievable deal. With their dirt-cheap prices and huge portions, these eateries keep customers coming back for more.

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#Kaohsiung #cheapeats #sesamenoodles #noodles #gooddeal #streetfood

2026-11-05

New Boeing 787 aircraft featured in airline’s 2027 calendar

With just two months left in 2026, many companies are rolling out their calendars for next year. One international airline is marking the arrival of new aircraft, featuring its new Boeing 787 rather than destination photos. From the tarmac to the cabin, the calendar introduces the new aircraft to potential passengers.

Lin Li
FTV reporter
Calling all aviation enthusiasts! With the countdown to 2027 underway, airlines are preparing to welcome new aircraft into their fleets next year. One has even incorporated the new jets into its calendar design.

The calendar shows airline staff, pilots, and crew members executing their duties, introducing a side of their work that travelers are less familiar with. The star of the show is the newest addition to the airline’s fleet, the Boeing 787. If the 787 were a person, it would be…

- Low-key.
- Calm.
- Introverted.
- It’s like a stylish woman in a suit.

The 2027 calendar is all about the Boeing 787, showing off the aircraft from different perspectives. January shows it on the tarmac, followed by a look at maintenance work in February. March and April introduce ground and cargo operations, while travelers prepare to board in May. June and July offer a glimpse inside the cabin, while August through December show more details. The photographers and models are eager for the calendar’s release.

Airline employee
Calendar model
It includes pilots, flight attendants, ground staff, and the repair team. We hope to welcome the new year with these vibrant pictures. I think this time, we included more images of the plane, which is different from the destination photos we normally show.

The new 787 brings surprises in the premium business-class cabin. A plum blossom light fixture casts a soft glow, while panel designs feature Yushan and butterflies, bringing the airline’s East Asian aesthetic to life.

Airline employee
Calendar model
My favorite is the plum blossom light fixture in the premium business-class cabin. I think this thoughtful detail gives passengers a warm and familiar atmosphere throughout their journey.

The 2027 calendar captures everyday moments of airline staff, pilots, and crew, while offering a glimpse inside the new luxurious Boeing 787 aircraft.

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#ChinaAirlines #Boeing787 #aircraft #calendar #2027calendar #newyear #2027 #businessclass

2026-11-05

Former CCTV presenter critical of Xi seeks temporary asylum in Taiwan

Another Chinese exile has come to Taiwan to seek refuge. This time it’s Cheng Wanjun, who was a talk show host on China’s state television channel CCTV. He previously served six years in prison in China, after he was reported for saying that Chinese leader Xi Jinping would be China’s downfall. Cheng initially moved to Thailand. But after China’s demands to Thailand to repatriate dissidents, he flew to Taiwan to seek temporary asylum. Let’s hear more.

Cheng Wanjun
Former CCTV host seeking asylum
Hello everyone. I am Cheng Wanjun. I am now at Taipei’s Taoyuan Airport, publicly appealing for help. I myself spent six years in prison. To avoid being politically persecuted by the CCP a second time, I have had to move to Taiwan to seek short-term humanitarian protection, so that for the rest of my life I can keep writing and speak freely and do my part to end, as soon as possible, the man-made disaster of dictatorship in China.

Chuang Jui-hsiung
DPP legislative caucus
China is a country severely lacking human rights. From a humanitarian standpoint, and from the standpoint of human rights, he deserves better treatment.

Chang Hung-lu
Legislator (DPP)
We don’t have any laws that can be applied to his situation. We only have the Cross-Strait Act. So, I think referring him to a third country would be the best solution. If he goes to a friendly third country, he’ll be able to travel all over the world in the future, while his personal safety is guaranteed.

The 58-year-old Cheng was released from prison last year. However, after publishing works he had written behind bars, he was forced into exile. While in Thailand, he feared deportation and recently sought help from the United Nations. But his request was rejected. He then made the decisive move to fly to Taiwan, hoping to obtain temporary political asylum and assistance with resettlement in a third country. Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council has said it could not verify the evidence supporting his claims, and noted that he was still able to freely enter and leave China. Under existing protocol, the government can therefore only send Cheng back to Thailand.

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2026-11-04