Wildfire breaks out on Lishan, spreads over 2.5 hectares
TAIPEI (CNA) — A forest fire broke out in the mountainous area of Lishan in Taichung, central Taiwan, on Sunday and quickly spread over...
Australian bushfire fundraiser in Taipei raises over NT$1 million
TAIPEI (CNA) — The Australia New Zealand Chamber of Commerce (ANZCham) in Taipei raised more than NT$1 million (US$33,000) at a two-and-a-half hour fundraising...
Taichung revokes permits for 2 generators at Taichung power plant
TAIPEI (CNA) — The Taichung City government on Wednesday announced it will revoke coal-use permits for two generators at Taichung Power Plant and fine...
Ban on disposable tableware at restaurants, food courts to start Jan. 1
TAIPEI (CNA) — A ban on the use of disposable tableware at restaurants and food courts in shopping malls will take effect in 10...
Two newly-discovered anglerfish species to be named after Taiwan
TAIPEI (CNA) — The Dec. 4 issue of the taxonomy journal "Zootaxa" will feature descriptions of two newly-discovered anglerfish bearing the species name "Formosa."
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Nordic countries seek cooperation with Taiwan in sustainable energy
TAIPEI (CNA) — Northern European countries are seeking to explore more opportunities for cooperation with Taiwan in the field of energy efficiency and sustainability,...
Why Kaohsiung people want to create a sanctuary for butterflies?
TAIPEI (The China Post) — Liouguei District (六龜) in Kaohsiung has asked the central government to set up a protected area for the purple butterfly, according...
Rescued Formosan black bear cub spotted first time after release
TAIPEI (The China Post) — A young Formosan black bear released into the wild in April has adapted to its new environment well, according...
Greenpeace urges cut in plastic packaging on Singles’ Day
TAIPEI (CNA) — The non-governmental environmental organization Greenpeace called on major retailers in Taiwan to step up their efforts to eliminate plastic packaging, on...
Migratory bird species over Pingtung hit record highs
TAIPEI (CNA) — A migratory bird count commissioned by Kenting National Park Headquarters has recorded 31-year highs in the number of both Chinese sparrowhawks and...