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Yanik’s Sweet Innovation: Pre-sale of Fresh Milk Rolls at MRT YTM Stations Begins Trial Operation
Recognizing the therapeutic business potential of desserts, Yanik is expanding its service points by establishing Smart Network ATMs (Yanik Cake Pickup Stations), making it more convenient for consumers to purchase its popular fresh milk rolls. ...
Tide Square Hong Kong-style Dim Sum Closes Lights Out, Offers “Buy 3 Get 1 Free” for Groups of Four
Recently, a semiconductor company group ventured into the restaurant business by acquiring the Taipei branch of Da Ba Tide Square. The location inside Taipei’s Breeze Nanjing Mall has been revamped and officially reopened as the “Celebrity Club • Gourmet Buffet.” Another...
Typhoon Maria intensifies; Heavy rain continues in southern Taiwan
This year's 8th typhoon "Maria" formed on the evening of the 4th and is currently located in the Mariana Islands north of Guam, moving slowly towards the northern Philippine Sea. The Central Weather Bureau stated that the light typhoon Maria has developed thick convection near its center...
RAPL POMPANO Apple Pie Summer Limited Edition - Global First Honey Lemon Apple Pie
The popular Japanese dessert from Hokkaido, RAPL POMPANO, launches its first Taiwan summer limited edition “RAPL Honey Lemon Apple Pie.” Combining two fan-favorite flavors, enjoy a freshly baked “custard apple pie” and a refreshing, tangy “homemade honey lemon sauce” on the same day...
LINE FRIENDS’ Summer Highlight: BT21 Theme Store Debuts
The globally popular “cosmic stars BT21” have arrived in Taiwan! LINE FRIENDS has officially launched the exclusive BT21 Cafe & Store at Taipei Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Xinyi A11, ...
51 Forbidden Zone Alien Invasion Special Exhibition – The Planet Time Machine is Perfect for Photos
Always bringing something fresh, CITYLINK has specially curated the mysterious and unknown-themed “369 Planet Universe Domination” event at its Nangang branch this summer vacation. ...
Stunning lakeside park illuminated at night – A new romantic landmark for Qixi Festival
To enhance the nighttime cityscape of the old town, the Taichung City Government has launched a project to revitalize the lighting environment of Taichung Park. This includes areas around the Sun-Moon Lake, the Lake Heart Pavilion, fountains, Zhongzheng Bridge, and Zhongshan Bridge, where a variety of L...
Starbucks Launches "Cloud" Series Coffee & Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
This summer, Starbucks introduced an innovative freshly brewed Italian-style drink, the "Cloud Iced Shaken Espresso," on July 11. It features silky, soft ice milk foam clouds made from low-fat milk, combined with a rich and aromatic iced shaken espresso...
Lucky Gifts for the Year of the Pig！Eight Premium and Adorably Popular Lunar New Year Gift Boxes
To celebrate the arrival of the Year of the Pig, major renowned stores have launched unique Lunar New Year gift boxes. Not only do they feature exquisitely designed packaging rich with traditional festive charm, but their contents are also delicious and distinctive. We’ve selected eight premium Lunar New Year gift boxes—whether from well-known chains,...
Dreamy Pseudo-International Getaway Pools: Six New Resort Hotels in Yilan
The Yilan region, about an hour’s drive from downtown Taipei, features rolling mountains, vast farmland, and breathtaking ocean views. It’s a great destination year-round and has even been dubbed “Little Europe” by netizens. Recently, Yilan...
Typhoon Maria intensifies rapidly Marine and land warnings likely to be issued starting Monday
Typhoon Maria (international name: MARIA), the eighth typhoon, continues its northward track, moving northwest at 19 km/h. Starting July 9, it will affect the waters off northern Taiwan and subsequently impact the land. The earliest possible time for a sea warning to be issued is Monday evening, around the 9th...
Heavy rains hit western Japan for days; 61 people dead, foreign ministry advises against travel
Due to the impact of Typhoon Prapiroon (No. 7) and subsequent heavy rains during the rainy season, continuous downpours from July 5 to July 7 caused severe flooding in many parts of western Japan, resulting in the deaths of 61 people and 72...
Typhoon Maria, a powerful storm, may issue a maritime warning as early as Monday.
Typhoon Maria (international name: MARIA), now a powerful typhoon, has had its projected path adjusted further west and then south due to the continuous strengthening of the Pacific High Pressure. Its estimated path indicates that its storm radius will definitely affect Taiwan, with impacts expected to begin around the 10th...
New Highlights in Hand-Shaken Teas: Milk Foam Teas & Sparrow-Themed IG Photo Ops
The Sparrow Hotel recently launched its new milk foam hand-shaken drink brand “Sparrow Drinks,” focusing on refreshing milk foam series products, making its official debut in the hand-shaken tea market as a “newcomer.” To expand its business territory, the Sparrow Hotel has planned a new...
Extended Discount on Shenyao Railbike Rides Announced – Limited-Time Travel Package Now Available
The trial operation of the Shenyao Railbike has drawn significant attention and popularity. The discounted fare (NT$100 per one-way ride per person) has been extended to the Lantern Festival on February 19, and travel packages have gone on sale that allow visitors to enjoy both the Railbike and scenic spots across New Taipei City’s northern...
Typhoon Maria (strong typhoon), dual land-sea warnings issued – Taiwan-wide work & school suspension updates
Typhoon Maria (international name: MARIA), a strong typhoon, was centered at 23.9°N, 127.2°E at 8:00 AM on the 10th – approximately 560 km east of Yilan...
Typhoon season brings strong winds and heavy rain – 10 essential preparations to make
Summer is the peak season for typhoons every year. Over the past few decades, the earliest typhoons have occurred in April, and the latest as late as December, but they are most active in July, August, and September. Taiwan's geographic location places it directly in the path of typhoons and is often a turning point for them...
2018 Starbucks Coffee Journey Special Exhibition – Limited-Edition Coffee & Instagrammable Spots Coffee Lovers Can’t Miss
The “2018 Starbucks Coffee Journey Special Exhibition” will kick off at Taipei Huashan 1914 Creative Park starting July 11 (Wednesday). Now in its fifth year...
Kanaya’s Summer Cooling Festival: The Most Japanese Way to Enjoy the Season
The summer sun is passionate and intense. To beat the heat, the Japanese often engage their senses—sight, smell, sound—to add joy to the season. But the ultimate Japanese summer experience? Sitting on the engawa in the evening breeze or joining local...
Brand-new Moomin-themed café – A must-visit Nordic dreamy healing spot
Moomin, from Finnish Nordic fairy tales, is beloved in Japan for its warm and healing image. The Moomin Park Café PUISTO in Izu is Japan’s first-ever themed café dedicated to this iconic character...