An unnamed city government announced stricter security measures for its subway system, including mandatory scanning of passengers and X-raying of carry-on items, alongside new prohibitions on certain goods. The enhanced enforcement has caused long queues and passenger complaints.
食品藥物管理署（FDA）表示，中聯油脂4至6月生產的30批原油中，有7批苯並芘含量超標。FDA將派獨立調查小組赴中聯油脂廠區評估生產與品管，並預計本週提出《食品安全衛生管理法》修正草案，加強源頭與製程管理。
A massive fire at a Coupang logistics center in Incheon, South Korea, has burned for nearly 40 hours, prompting the evacuation of nearby residents due to concerns about structural collapse. Firefighters are struggling with thick smoke and flammable materials, with two injured.
Uber's free, short-distance motorcycle ride program in Taipei's Beitou District has been declared illegal by the Taipei City Government. Officials cited violations of transportation laws, lack of proper approval, and potential risks to passenger safety and insurance coverage. The government threatened penalties, while unions condemned the service as a challenge to the law.
Uber's "Beitou Short Trip Cultural Experience" using motorcycle taxis, set to launch July 1st, has drawn strong criticism from taxi unions and a stern warning from Taipei City's Department of Transportation. The city government states the service is illegal, lacks proper insurance, and violates existing laws, threatening legal action if it proceeds.
Tainan City Government successfully auctioned 8 out of 21 land plots on May 11th, raising over NT$31.24 million. The initiative aims to resolve land registration issues and revitalize unused land, with a notable sale in Xigang District for a 911-ping building plot.
Political commentator Chou Hsuan questions the Taipei city government's delayed investigation into nearly 7,000 tons of illegal waste found at the Peiying social housing site in 2020. He alleges the city prioritized waste removal over immediate investigation, potentially destroying evidence.
Utsunomiya, Japan closes all 94 public schools after over 10 bear sightings since Saturday; dozens search for the animal amid a national surge in bear encounters.
Seattle is poised to pass a one-year moratorium on new datacenter construction, citing concerns over rising utility costs and environmental hazards. The move, supported by activists and tech workers, aims to regulate the AI industry's massive facilities and could set a precedent for other cities.
Tainan City Government is re-evaluating the development of the Tianma Radio Base, a project delayed for nearly 20 years. Following suggestions to establish an "Annan District Government Center" and relocate the 3rd Precinct of the Tainan City Police, the city plans to incorporate these ideas into a comprehensive urban plan review.
Seattle is poised to pass a year-long ban on new datacenters, a move driven by concerns over rising utility costs, environmental hazards, and the AI industry's massive energy demands. The city council is expected to approve the moratorium, which activists hope will set a precedent for other jurisdictions.
Tainan City Government is evaluating the establishment of a dedicated environmental management mechanism and resource recycling center in the Guiren High-Speed Rail zone to address future waste disposal challenges due to rapid population and commercial growth.
Kaohsiung City Government opens applications for its second phase of the "Building Vertical Greening and Green Roof Subsidy Program." The program, running until June 22, offers up to NT$800,000 per project to encourage green renovations and net-zero facilities, aiming to combat urban heat and achieve carbon reduction goals.
Taipei City Councilor candidate Ma Yu-wen criticizes the city government for allegedly tasking construction companies with rat control duties. She claims official notices require construction sites to submit self-inspection reports and fill out "Inter-departmental Rodent Control Execution Results Table" by Friday, May 22, 2026, calling the move a "hasty" attempt to address the rat problem.
