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Adultery is not a criminal offense in Taiwan anymore, but spouses can sue in civil courts for damages due to emotional distress, infringement on rights, etc.
The roughly six-meter-wide access road near the river, had long served as a key route for residents but remained in poor condition due to overlapping administrative responsibilities
By KHT Staff KAOHSIUNG — Police in Kaohsiung arrested two wanted suspects after a brief vehicle chase in Lingya District (苓雅區), breaking a car window to detain the pair and uncovering drugs inside the vehicle. The incident occurred late March 16, when officers on patrol spotted a white sedan driving without headlights near Siwei 3rd Road (四維三路). Police attempted to stop the vehicle, and the 47-year-old driver initially appeared to comply before suddenly accelerating and fleeing. Officers pursued the car for about one kilometer before intercepting it near Rende Road (仁德路), where they used batons to break a window and…
Both Lu and Chen are increasing their international exposure. Both are building networks beyond Taiwan. And both are operating in spaces that historically serve as stepping stones to national leadership.
Organized by the Kaohsiung Tourism Bureau (高雄市政府觀光局), the festival is rooted in centuries-old militia-style performance traditions, with troupes reenacting coordinated formations inspired by historical defense groups and classical literature. This year’s program features competitive performances by 11 teams from across Taiwan, with a total prize money of NT$2 million.
By RK Shih / Staff KAOHSIUNG — Kaohsiung is narrowing vehicle lanes and adding a protected bicycle lane separated by a parking buffer in a redesign of a section of Yuanzhong Road (援中路) in Nanzih District (楠梓區). The project was carried out during a scheduled road resurfacing effort jointly coordinated by the Kaohsiung Transportation Bureau (高雄市交通局) and the Public Works Bureau (工務局). Officials said the redesign provided an opportunity to reconsider how the roadway’s space is used. Previously, Yuanzhong Road featured two fast lanes and one slower lane in each direction. Some of the lanes were unusually wide, which transportation…
Officers at the scene said Lai appeared disoriented and lethargic. During their search, police said they found amphetamine inside a cigarette pack in the driver’s seat area. A saliva drug test later returned a positive result, according to police.
About 15 domestic and international yacht and marine equipment brands participated, showcasing luxury motor yachts, sailboats, and other recreational watercraft.
On March 14th, the Kaohsiung City Government held its annual spring memorial ceremony at the Labor Women Memorial Park (勞動女性紀念公園) in Cijin (旗津), honoring both female workers and the victims of the Kaohsiung No. 6 ferry tragedy (高中六號事件).
By KHT Staff. Image via FB. KAOHSIUNG — Tens of thousands of fans packed the Kaohsiung waterfront Saturday for a One Piece–themed parade, many dressed as characters from the popular Japanese manga and anime series. The event, organized by Netflix, celebrated the upcoming second season of its live-action adaptation of One Piece, which follows a band of pirates with supernatural abilities. Crowds began gathering hours before the parade, hoping to see characters such as Luffy, Chopper, Nami, Zoro, Usopp, and Sanji. Some attendees traveled from other parts of Taiwan, including Changhua County (彰化縣) and Tainan (台南市), to take part in…
