本文由生成式 AI 協作，本刊編輯編修Striking a balance between taste and health can be difficult, especially for those who appreciate Asian food. Many Asian dishes are high in sodium, which can be harmful to health, including increasing the risk of hypertension and stroke. In Japan, this problem is especially severe
In the digital age, where communication revolves around text messages, “telephone phobia” (also known as “telephobia”) has become increasingly common, especially among young adults. Despite the ubiquity of smartphones, a significant number of individuals experience anxiety when __1__ making or recei
A: Apart from singer Daniel Kang, more South Korean stars are coming to Taiwan in March.B: Really? Like who?A: Taeyeon of Girls’ Generation will hold a concert at the Taipei Dome on March 16.B: So she’ll set a milestone by becoming the first K-pop artist to stage a show at the venue.A: Singer L
A: My favorite K-pop superstar, Daniel Kang, will hold a concert at the Taipei Music Center.B: Wow, I’ve also been a fan since he debuted in 2017 as the “center” of the two-year limited boy group Wanna One.A: Since Daniel went solo in 2019, he has continued to shine internationally.B: When is hi
Noise pollution is a frequently underestimated environmental hazard. While hearing loss is the best-known outcome associated with noise, emerging research is uncovering how noise affects our health in other ways. From impaired memory and sleep disturbances to cardiovascular problems, the impact of n
After steel and aluminum, US President Donald Trump has set his sights on slapping 25 percent tariffs on semiconductors, cars and pharmaceuticals. Trump has already slapped additional 10 percent tariffs on goods from China and has also threatened tariffs on Canada and Mexico, plus ordered a study in
對話 Dialogue清清：你買這麼多吃的幹嘛？過年的都還沒吃完呢！Qīngqing: Nǐ mǎi zhème duō chī de gànmá? Guònián de dōu háiméi chīwán ne!華華：農曆二月初二是土地公的生日，也是「頭牙」，拜好土地公，才會好運到、發大財啊！Huáhua: Nónglì èr yuè chūèr shì Tǔdìgōng de shēngrì, yěshì “tóuyá”', bàihǎo Tǔdìgōng, cái huì hǎoyùn dào, fā dàcái a!清清：我都忘了！難怪你買了麻糬、發糕和糖果，聽說土地公愛吃甜的
Nestled within the heart of Taipei, National Taiwan University (NTU) contains a grand and spacious sanctuary where nature and academia come together in perfect accord. Across its expansive 111-hectare campus, NTU reveals a landscape rich with history, lush greenery, and a thoughtfully preserved ecos
Continued from yesterday（延續自昨日）https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/lang本文由生成式AI協作，本刊編輯編修。Strolling along the old streets in Yunlin is like taking a journey back in time because they are dotted with charming historical buildings that reflect the county’s prosperous past. Among its famous old streets, Si
本文由生成式AI協作，本刊編輯編修。Tucked away in southwestern Taiwan, Yunlin County is a treasure trove of cultural heritage, rich history, and natural beauty. From its stunning temples and glove puppetry to historical architecture and picturesque landscapes, Yunlin rewards those who venture off the beaten path. Y
A: What’s the theme of the 2025 Taiwan Lantern Festival’s main lantern?B: The theme is “Paradise,” and the main lantern is a snake-shaped “infinity” symbol that features a lighting show every half an hour.A: Cool, I heard that there are over 300 lanterns.B: There are even giant lanterns in the s
A: When is the Lantern Festival?B: The festival is celebrated on the 15th day of the first month of the lunar calendar, which fell on Feb. 12 this year.A: Oh no! Did I miss the 2025 Taipei Lantern Festival?B: Yes, you did. But you can still go to the 2025 Taiwan Lantern Festival in Taoyuan, whic
Every February, the small town of Ptuj in Slovenia comes alive with the vibrant celebration of its famous carnival. This festival, with its deep historical roots, is a cherished tradition where local residents come together to ward off the winter cold and embrace the arrival of spring. Participants
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental condition marked by disruptions in brain-signaling that causes people to behave, communicate, interact and learn in atypical ways.Autism diagnoses in the US have increased significantly since 2000, intensifying public concern over wh
對話 Dialogue清清：唉！好難決定喔！怎麼辦呢？Qīngqing: Ài ! Hǎo nán juédìng ō! Zěnmebàn ne?華華：怎麼了？什麼事好難決定？Huáhua: Zěnmele? Shénme shì hǎo nán juédìng?清清：我在網上找到了一本我想看的書，有實體的書本，也有電子書，不知道該買哪種好。Qīngqing: Wǒ zài wǎngshàng zhǎodàole yì běn wǒ xiǎng kàn de shū, yǒu shítǐ de shūběn, yěyǒu diànzǐ shū, bù zhīdào gāi mǎi něi z
島榕 (Ficus virgata) 和雀榕 (Ficus subpisocarpa) 是台灣常見的榕屬植物 (Ficus spp.)，它們懸垂的氣根一觸及地面，就會加速成長，成為支柱根，之後還會和本體的枝幹融而為一。運用這樣的策略，它們生長速度很快，很容易就長得比別的樹還高大粗壯。島榕、雀榕生命力很強，處處都能生長，除了泥土，連屋頂、牆上或其他樹木的枝幹上也能著生。它們的果實會吸引麻雀、白頭翁 (Chinese bulbul)、綠繡眼 (Swinhoe’s white-eye) 或紅鳩 (red collared dove) 等啄食，種子隨著鳥的排遺 (defecation) 散播，如果鳥糞
In early September 2024, Time magazine released its list of the “100 Most Influential People in AI 2024,” and among the prominent figures are three Taiwanese entrepreneurs. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) Chairman and CEO C.C. Wei, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, and Advanced Micro Devices, I
The chimney cake is a beloved treat with a rich history in Hungary and Romania. While written references to the cake appeared as early as the late 17th century, the earliest known recipe from 1784 is __1__ a noblewoman named Maria Mikes, who wrote about dough wrapped around a spit. Legend has it, ho
A: I remember that the late pop diva Whitney Houston’s 1985 debut album “Whitney Houston” is a diamond album, meaning it sold over 10 million units in the US.B: Her 1987 album “Whitney” and 1992 soundtrack “The Bodyguard” have also reached diamond status, making her the only black singer with thre
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