Stories from Taiwan

The Taiwan CDC reported the first locally acquired human case of H7N7 influenza A on May 5, 2026.

Residential and commercial property transactions in Taiwan's six largest cities dropped to their lowest level for April in eight years. The dip reflects a slowdown in the urban real estate market.

Taiwan has reported an outbreak of a mouse-borne disease. Taipei is experiencing a disease outbreak, with local officials holding a press conference to explain the city's epidemic prevention measures.

Taipei's environmental department has proposed four control measures for a mouse-borne disease outbreak, comparing the situation to a previous heatwave alert. The Taipei City government will hold a press conference to explain the specific epidemic prevention situation in the city. The city's epidemic prevention model will mirror that of a previous heatwave response. The situation has escalated to a political issue, with some citizens creating a map to report rodent sightings. The environmental protection bureau stated that current disease control measures are sufficient. The report mentions that the outbreak has become a political issue, with some citizens creating a 'Taipei Mouse Reporting Map' for early discussion. A citizen-created map for reporting mice in Taipei has emerged.

A faction within the DPP, known as 'New Tide', is reportedly taking on public projects, including high-speed rail and railway infrastructure. The controversy continues to escalate. The biggest consensus currently is the necessity of a procurement list. Of this, US$2 billion has already been included in the annual budget, leaving approximately US$9.1 billion, of which approximately NT$300 billion is a special budget. Therefore, the materials submitted by the Ministry of National Defense to the Legislative Yuan today are still contradictory. The issue of the eight-year term is whether it is suitable for an emergency budget. Therefore, the DPP's attitude is to first calculate the amount of the second wave of arms procurement, which is approximately US$80 million.

Biological treatments are being introduced to help children manage immune system issues. Different biological treatments have been introduced to help children control immune system diseases.

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidates are campaigning with high-ranking officials, including the President and Vice President, to support their election bids. DPP Legislator Li Jui-lung is reportedly leading in the Taipei mayoral polls. Despite concerns about Li being a 'weak mother hen,' recent polls indicate strong support. Legislator Xie Yifeng criticized the party center for not respecting public opinion and stated local grassroots sentiment is being ignored. A recent poll commissioned by Shang Bao shows DPP candidate Li Ruei-lung leading with 47% support, ahead of KMT candidate Ko Chih-en's 30%. In the Kaohsiung mayoral election, DPP candidate and legislator Li Rui-lung is considered a weak contender by some. This places him ahead of KMT candidate Ke Zhien, who garnered 30% support.

Isuzu is offering free inspections for 19 air conditioning components until the end of June. Customers who purchase specific discounted items will receive an 8.5% discount and a limited edition phone card with purchases over a certain amount.

Two batches of Japanese-imported children's rice crackers were found to exceed heavy metal limits. The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare issued the recall for specific snack products. Consumers are advised to return affected items to retailers for a refund. The recall was announced on Saturday, July 4th. Japan's Kyoho Seika Co., Ltd. Promotional activities are underway to address the issue, involving collaboration with local civil affairs offices and district councils. Japanese-made children's rice crackers produced by Kichiya Co., Ltd. Children's rice crackers manufactured by Kida Seika in Japan have been found to contain heavy metal contamination, affecting both original and vegetable flavors. Children's rice cracker products manufactured by Takeichi Seika Co., Ltd.

Taiwanese children are exhibiting unusual symptoms including swelling and weight gain. The approach to treatment is described as an art, requiring adjustments based on individual patient conditions. The Taipei City government is implementing a four-point pest control plan, drawing parallels to a 'wartime' response, to address public health concerns. Taipei's environmental department has proposed four control recommendations for pest outbreaks, adopting a similar model to the 'firefly' control strategy. A citizen-created map of rodent sightings in Taipei has been circulating and discussed. The city is facing an outbreak of pests, which has led to public concern and the creation of a citizen-led 'Taipei Rat Reporting Map'.