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Far EasTone unveils new line of smart phones (2014/02/25)

At about the same time as Samsung unveiled its newest flagship smart phone in Barcelona, in Taiwan local telecom operator Far EasTone unveiled its own new line of handsets. Far EasTone hopes to win over customers looking for a lower-priced phone with many of the same functions and specs as global brands. 

Taiwanese honored as Asia’s top female chef (2014/02/25)

Taiwanese chef Chen Lan-shu is celebrating having been named “Asia’s best female chef” at a competition in Singapore on Monday. Her restaurant was named one of the best in Asia. 

Designers create a variety of Taiwan Railways collectables (2014/02/25)

Over the past five years Taiwan Railways has increased its production of souvenirs and collectables. These items are the work of two young women who hope to make the railways a part of everyday life. 

Tourism Ambassador (2014/02/25)

The Japanese singer Masaharu Fukuyama will serve as an ambassador for Taiwan tourism in Japan. 

Kaohsiung’s Keziliao Harbor to host rock music festival this Friday (2014/02/25)

Kaohsiung’s Keziliao Harbor has traditionally been known for its seafood. But this Friday the area will receive an extra boost when a special concert funded by local residents takes place for the second year in a row. 

Puli library protects rare books by asking readers to wear gloves while viewing (2014/02/25)

“That book is older and more fragile, so we need to ask you to wear a pair of gloves and view it carefully like this.”

Taiwanese ballplayers prepare for spring training games (2014/02/25)

Spring training exhibition games are beginning for Major League Baseball. While some Taiwanese players like Chen Wei-yin will use the time as a tune-up, others like Yang Yao-hsun and Wang Chien-ming will be fighting for a roster spot on their respective teams. 

KMT’s Sean Lien announces his candidacy for Taipei mayoral race (2014/02/24)

One of the leading contenders to become the next mayor of Taipei formally entered the race today. Sean Lien is best known as the son of former Vice President Lien Chan. When announcing his candidacy today, the KMT Central Committee member addressed concerns about his lack of experience and upbringing, and sought to turn the discussion toward how he plans to help the city’s underprivileged. 

Strong showing from KMT city councilors at Lien election announcement (2014/02/24)

More than half of the KMT’s Taipei City councilors were present today for Sean Lien’s announcement. The 44-year-old Lien also introduced members of his election team, to be led by Ou Chin-der, the head of the Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation. 

DPP reacts to Sean Lien’s entry into Taipei mayoral race (2014/02/24)

Another likely front-runner in the mayoral race is the independent Ko Wen-je, who is head of trauma at National Taiwan University Hospital. Ko held back when asked about Sean Lien announcing his candidacy. DPP members who intend to seek the party’s nomination were not so reserved.