The city says it plans to expand pet-friendly public spaces, strengthen enforcement against abuse and neglect, promote responsible pet ownership through registration and sterilization programs, and embed animal-friendly principles into transportation, tourism, housing, and community education.

The state-run operator said international cruise traffic has fully rebounded from the pandemic, with 567 cruise ship calls last year carrying approximately 1.16 million passengers, surpassing pre-COVID levels.

By RK Shih/Staff -Photo via Taiwanderers PINGTUNG — Once packed with tour buses and weekend crowds, Kenting is now confronting a prolonged…

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Lai Jui-lung (賴瑞隆) won a narrow victory on Monday, edging out fellow legislator Chiu Yi-ying (邱議瑩) by just 0.6188 percentage points to become the 2026 DPP nominee, according to party headquarters. Lai will now face Kuomintang nominee Ko Chih-en (柯志恩) in the November 2026 mayoral race, as the DPP seeks to extend its decades-long hold on the southern port city.

Organizers of the march urged the government to consider public sentiment and prioritize justice for victims when reviewing death penalty policies.

“Donuts costing NT$50 can now go for up to NT$500 online. Or in a bulk discount, a box of six for ‘just’ NT$2,900.” – Formosa TV English News

On Sunday, the four contenders — Chiu Yi-ying (邱議瑩), Lai Jui-lung (賴瑞隆), Hsu Chih-chieh (許智傑), and Lin Tai-hua (林岱樺) — launched coordinated campaign blitzes across traditional markets and major districts to maximize exposure ahead of the Jan. 12-17 phone survey that will determine the candidate.

Lin Tai-hua (林岱樺) on Sunday forcefully rejected controversies surrounding her campaign, saying the attacks “insult voters’ intelligence.”

The driver argued that the lane design was flawed, noting that drivers must first continue straight for 10 to 15 meters before actually turning right into a side street. The court agreed.

By KHT Staff KAOHSIUNG — A dispute has erupted over the management of Kaohsiung Municipal Tatung Hospital (高雄市立大同醫院), with labor unions accusing…