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Is Trump getting the full picture? Vance raises concerns over Iran war, US arsenal: Report

US Vice President J D Vance is questioning the Pentagon's assessment of the Iran conflict, concerned about undisclosed missile stockpile depletion. He fears this could impact responses to global flashpoints like Taiwan, South Korea, and Europe. Despite official assurances, some believe the situation is being downplayed, potentially affecting future military…

The Times of India

The Taiwanese pop megastar spreading the hidden Chinese history of Australia’s gold rush to a global audience

Taiwanese pop music superstar Jay Chou, known in Mandarin as Zhou Jielun (周杰倫), has put country Victoria’s Sovereign Hill on the map.

The Conversation

Taiwan Semi’s Latest Breakthrough Isn’t Just Bad for ASML Stock, It Could Disrupt the Entire Chip Industry

Taiwan Semiconductor's A13 Process and N2U could sidestep ASML's $400 million High-NA machines, raising questions about the company's moat.

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Taiwan court sentences ex-Tokyo Electron staff to 10 years in TSMC trade secrets case

A court in Taiwan has sentenced a former employee of Japanese computer chip equipment maker Tokyo Electron to 10 years in prison in a landmark case over trade secrets of the island’s leading chipmaker TSMC

The Independent UK

Taiwan's stock market surpasses the UK's despite having less than a quarter of the UK's economy — AI boom propels Taiwan forward, TSMC alone accounts for more than 40% of Taiwan's total market value

Taiwan's stock market is now worth more than the United Kingdom's, in a shift driven almost entirely by the insatiable global appetite for AI chips.

Tom’s Hardware

Taiwan’s foreign minister visits Eswatini as president’s special envoy

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The Independent UK

Taiwan’s foreign minister arrives in Eswatini after president’s trip blocked amid China pressure claims

Taiwan’s top diplomat says Taipei would not be held back by ‘authoritarian forces’

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Meet Kyle Ivan, the Viral Superfan the Senators ‘Banished’ to Taiwan to Reverse Postseason Jinx

Kyle Ivan's hype song for the Ottawa Senators garnered an extreme amount of attention for the wrong reasons, so much so that the team joined in on the fun. Here's how the new viral sensation is taking it.

Sports Illustrated

Taiwanese Indigenous artist stripped of national prize after sexual assault conviction

Artist also ordered to return accompanying £23,538 prize

The Independent UK

Samsung, SK Hynix and TSMC Battle for AI Chip Supremacy in Asia as 2026 Race Intensifies

As artificial intelligence demand drives the global semiconductor industry toward a trillion-dollar scale in 2026, three Asian powerhouses — Taiwan's TSMC, South Korea's Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix — are locked in a high-stakes contest that will largely determine who controls the critical infrastructure powering the AI revolution.

International Business Times

Taiwanese minister makes rare visit to contested island in South China Sea

Kuan Bi-ling’s visit to Taiwan-controlled Itu Aba, also known as Taipei Island, comes after seven years

The Independent UK

Why Taiwanese president Lai Ching-te was forced to cancel visit to African ally

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The Independent UK

Taiwanese president forced to cancel visit to African ally after ‘pressure campaign’ from China

Lai Ching-te was set to fly through the airspace of Seychelles, Mauritius and Madagascar to visit Taiwan’s only diplomatic ally in Africa

The Independent UK

Tesla Is Ramping Up Hiring for Its Taiwan Terafab. Does That Make TSLA Stock a Buy Now?

Tesla’s Terafab hiring push reinforces that it is serious about building its own AI‑chip stack for FSD, robotaxis, Optimus, and space‑based compute, but most of the future upside is already embedded in TSLA stock at current levels.

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The Independent UK

Taiwan president cancels trip to Eswatini and accuses China of pressuring African countries

Taiwan’s president has canceled a planned visit to Africa after three countries withdrew permission for his flight over their territories

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Profit Jumped 58% at Taiwan Semi. Does That Make TSM Stock a Buy Here?

TSM’s 58% profit surge underscores unstoppable AI demand, but with the stock slipping post-earnings, is the stock a buy here?

MarketBeat

TSMC: Despite Post-Earnings Fall, Signs of AI Weakness are Scant

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing continues to fire on all cylinders, with the company beating expectations across the board in its latest earnings report.

The Times of India

10 richest families in Asia who turned simple businesses into billion-dollar companies

The wealthiest families in Asia keep on consolidating their power in 2026 by accumulating more money in the traditional fields and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and energy infrastructure. As per the latest ranking by Bloomberg, most of the family empires that have been around for some time…

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The world's most — and least — miserable economies in 2025, ranked

Venezuela tops a new global misery index covering 178 countries, while Taiwan claims the happiest economy title for the second year running.

The Independent UK

Apple and Nvida chipmaker TSMC reports huge jump in profits amid Iran war

The world's largest contract chipmaker also warned of potential impacts from the Iran war

The Conversation

China’s military support for Somalia is on the rise – what Taiwan and Somaliland have to do with it

China recently pledged to expand military support to Somalia in its fight against al-Shabaab militants. Beijing has promised equipment, training and closer security cooperation with Mogadishu. This marks a shift from China’s traditionally cautious and small presence in the country. Brendon J. Cannon has researched how external powers – including…

The Guardian - UK

Sunshine Women’s Choir review – weepie prison musical is huge Taiwan hit but drowns in own gloop

This schmaltzy film about a choir of inmates might make you cry – but in exasperation, frustration and disbelief rather than heartfelt emotion

The Independent UK

China to improve ties with Taiwan after visit by opposition leader

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The Times of India

China eyes strategic gains across Asia as US remains tied down in Gulf crisis

The Middle East conflict creates strategic space for China's influence expansion in Asia as US attention diverts. Historical patterns show China increasing activity in the South China Sea and near Taiwan during US focus on other global crises. These calibrated actions, below escalation thresholds, alter the regional strategic environment.

The Times of India

China to resume flights, ease trade curbs with Taiwan amid outreach push

China is set to resume direct flights to more Taiwanese cities. Imports of Taiwanese aquaculture products will also restart. These moves follow talks between Chinese and Taiwanese leaders. Beijing aims to establish a communication mechanism with Taiwan's Kuomintang party. Trade restrictions are being eased. Infrastructure proposals are also being advanced.

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