The incredible city that’s like ‘mini Tokyo’ but without the crowds
With its modern skyscrapers, traditional temples, and vibrant nightlife, Taipei in Taiwan is like a “mini Tokyo” but without ...
Newsflare on MSN18d
Marvel at the size of the world's largest wind damper
Footage shows the world's largest wind damper in the heart of Taipei 101 skyscraper in Taiwan. The device - a spectacular feat of engineering - prevents the building from shaking during earthquakes ...
Business Line23d
‘59% of buildings in India vulnerable to quakes, make ideal case for retrofitting to reduce seismic risks’
A famous example is the 730-ton golden sphere in Taipei 101 (Taiwan), which helps stabilise the tower during seismic events. Another widely used technology is viscous dampers, which contain a ...
The New York Times5d
In Taipei, a Mother and Daughter Reflect on the Island’s Art Scene
By Amy Chang Chien Reporting from Taipei, Taiwan When Tina Keng entered Taiwan’s art world three decades ago, her career — and the industry’s future — was far from assured. “It was like ...
The Taipei Times29d
Actor Lee Wei posts bail in case of Buddhist’s death
more than the 16 million visitors for the Wenhua Road Night Market (文化路夜市) in Chiayi City and 14.5 million visitors at Tainan’s Anping (安平) historical area, it said. The Taipei 101 skyscraper and its ...
The Taipei Times26d
China is the main threat to Taiwan’s sovereignty, democracy: Lai
A national flag flutters near Taipei 101 at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in Taipei yesterday. Photo: Chiang Ying-ying, AP Lai called on Taiwanese to recognize the nature of authoritarianism so they ...
archpaper8d
fws_work turns a small loft in Taipei into a poetic retreat using unexpected openings
At 700 square feet, an artist’s loft in Taipei, Taiwan includes a bedroom, bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, and dedicated room for tea. What should feel like a dense, cramped program ...
CBS News27d
Big rig crash on Highway 101 near South San Francisco blocks lanes for hours, forces Caltrain delays
A crash involving a big rig on U.S. Highway 101 near South San Francisco caused a fuel spill and knocked out power to Caltrain overhead lines, authorities said. The California Highway Patrol said ...