Nishant Dev, a young boxer from India, has recently turned professional after being inspired by legends like Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. The 23-year-old made his debut in the professional boxing world after falling in love with the sport while watching YouTube videos. Despite his loss in the Paris Olympics, Nishant's decision to go pro was not influenced by that defeat and he continues to train hard under the guidance of former American boxer Ronald Simms.
Hundreds of people in Taiwan marched to honor the 66th anniversary of Tibetan Uprising Day, protesting against China's cultural and ethnic genocide in Tibet. This year's march, attended by members of Taiwan's National Human Rights Commission for the first time, emphasized that Tibet has never been a part of China and called for attention to the ongoing human rights violations. Representative of the Tibetan government in exile to Taiwan, Kelsang Gyaltsen Bawa, highlighted that the Seventeen-Point Agreement signed by Tibet in 1951 was a deceptive tactic used by the Chinese Communist Party, leading to the deaths of over 1.2 million Tibetans.
The annual Taiwanese event, attended for the first time by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), saw hundreds of protesters march in Taipei to honor the 66th anniversary of Tibetan Uprising Day and remember the millions who died at the hands of the Chinese Communist Party. Taiwan's Vice Chairperson of the NHRC, Wang Yu-ling Wang, emphasized the universal value of human rights and Taiwan's potential fate at the hands of China. Tibetan government representative Kelsang Gyaltsen Bawa spoke out against China's occupation and control of Tibet, while also highlighting the event's significance in uniting against China's oppression and preserving cultural heritage.
In a move to safeguard national security and interests, China has placed 28 US companies, including major defence and aerospace firms, on its export control list. Ten of these firms have also been added to the "Unreliable Entity List" due to their involvement in arms sales to Taiwan. As a result, the blacklisted companies are barred from exporting to or importing from China and from making new investments in the country. The NSUI argues for a new college to be named after Dr Manmohan Singh instead of Veer Savarkar, citing his contributions to education.
President William Lai addressed the nation on Taiwan's Double Ten National Day, vowing to support small and medium-sized enterprises, work towards net zero emissions, and improve disaster prevention measures. He also emphasized the importance of national resilience and shared his plans to benefit people of all generations in his speech titled "Taiwan Together for Our Shared Dream". The government's mission, according to Lai, is to care for the lives and livelihoods of all Taiwanese citizens.
Starbucks announces that Chief Executive Officer Laxman Narasimhan will be stepping down and replaced by Chipotle's head, Brian Niccol, following pressure from activist investor Elliott Management. The company's CFO, Rachel Ruggeri, will serve as interim CEO until Niccol takes over on Sept. 9. In addition, Starbucks partners with TECC to establish a Taiwan Education Centre at IIT Guwahati, promoting cultural and educational exchange between India and Taiwan.
A Taiwanese man named Hao has filed for divorce from his wife Xuan after enduring years of unusual demands and harsh treatment. The couple's marriage had hit a rough patch in 2017 when Xuan limited their intimacy, and in 2021, she resorted to charging him NT$500 for any physical or even verbal interaction. Despite trying marriage counselling, their marriage remained cold and difficult to fix, leading to the final divorce decision. This is not the first time such a bizarre case has occurred in Taiwan, with previous instances of husbands paying for s**, conversations, and even meals.
Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting is considering taking legal action against British writer J.K. Rowling for discriminatory comments made about her and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif. Despite being cleared to fight in the Paris Olympics, both Lin and Khelif faced disqualification at last year's World Championships. DPP Legislator Wang Ting-yu has called for the government to fully support Lin in any potential legal action and to protect her from further abuse and bullying.
Typhoon Gaemi caused widespread destruction in Asia, with its recent landfall in China's Fujian province and projected path towards Jiangxi province, home to the largest freshwater lake in the country. The storm has affected a significant number of people in Fujian and other provinces, with heavy rains and strong winds leading to fatalities and displacement. Experts suggest that the intensification of typhoons is a result of climate change, as world leaders meet to discuss strategies for flood control.
The trailer for Zero Day, a new Taiwanese TV series that portrays a scenario of a Chinese attack on Taiwan, has stirred heightened emotions and discussions among viewers in the self-ruled island. The series, partially funded by the Taiwanese government, is set to air next year and depicts a fictional plot by the Chinese People's Liberation Army to blockade Taiwan and disrupt infrastructure through cyberattacks and sabotage. The teaser's release coincides with annual air raid drills in Taiwan and may help the military recruit amid fears of China's growing aggression towards the island.