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Typhoon 'Ramil' (Lupit) Treatens Central and Northern Luzon again
ARE WE READY NOW? Typhoon Ramil (Lupit) has started shifting its course... now heading north slowly, possible to turn West today as the treat to Northern Luzon returns...Officials told residents still... 
created by danesller0127 | 8 wks ago | updated 7 wks ago
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4780 views | 7 recommendations | 16 comments
Taiwan Earthquake Shakes Taipei: 6.3 Magnitude Quake
Taiwan experienced an earthquake this morning which caused some shaking in Taipei. It was a 6.3 magnitude earthquake which struck about 18 miles south of Hua-lien and was only about 9 miles deep, which makes it very shallow. No reports of casualties or damages have been... 
China Warns Taiwan Over Uighur Film
Taiwan has managed to tweak China's symbolic nose over the screening of an Uyghur film and has received a warning that it might stir up trouble for relations between the two countries. While most of the world... 
created by Barbara McPherson | 11 wks ago | updated 11 wks ago
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45 views | 1 recommendation | 0 comments
Tibet not seeking independence from China: Dalai Lama
No comments; at least when Dalai Lama says some thing. That is what world thinks, when it comes to Tibetian issue.Dalai lama is on peace and harmony visit to Taiwan, where more than 500 people died in Typhoon. When asked, what is his stamd on Independance, he simply said he... 
China Angry at Taiwan Inviting Dalai Lama to Comfort Victims
China has formally criticized Taiwan inviting the Dalai Lama to the country. While the Dalai Lama intends to offer his condolences to the victims of Typhoon Morakot, China sees his visit as supporting Taiwan`s independence from China. Beijing`s Taiwan Affairs Bureau has...
Dalai Lama to Visit Taiwan and Risk Angering China
Taiwan has invited the Dalai Lama to visit the country. The Tibetan spiritual leader is reportedly eager to visit and will be in Taiwan by the end of the month. He will reportedly be in the country from August... 
Taiwan Typhoon (Disaster Relief 8-8-09)
Dear Friends, On the 2009 8th of August, Typhoom Morakot inflicted severe damage in the southern and eastern parts of Taiwan, resulting in a serious disastrous situation in these areas. If you would like to show...
Taiwan’s President Apologizes For Government Response To Mor...
Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou said the government is 'sorry' for its failure to respond faster to typhoon Morakot that ravaged parts of Taiwan last week, leading to hundreds of deaths and billions lost in property damage. Thousands of people have been left homeless. Some are... 
Typhoon Morakot Death Toll May Reach 500 in Taiwan
Typhoon Morakot hit Taiwan a week ago, brought heavy rain and caused floods as well as mudslides. It is estimated that 500 people have died. However, the number is not official, and there are wide discreprencies... 
Morakot: Taiwan's Worst Flood in 50 Years, Record Rainfall
Typhoon Morakot caused severe damage to the southern part of Taiwan with record breaking rainfall of 2,900 millimeters (114 inches) in 3 days. The highest single day regional regional record was broken on August... Morakot: Taiwan Mudslide Buried Up to 400 in Shiao Lin Village
Typhoon Morakot brought unprecedented level of rainfall to the southern part of Taiwan, causing floods and mudslides. Shiao Lin Village (小林村) in Kaohsiung county was buried in mudslide. The latest official estimated 398 people might have died in the mudslide. Shiao Lin... 
Taiwan Appeals to Foreign Powers for Aid in Rescue Attempts
The Taiwanese government has requested foreign aid in its attempt to rescue over 2,000 people stranded because of mudslides caused by Typhoon Morakot, the BBC reports. Hundreds of people have been found buried... 
Rescue Efforts Continue in Taiwan: 1,000 Survivors Found
Around 1,000 survivors have been found that were feared buried by mudslides caused by Typhoon Morakot in southern Taiwan. The Taiwanese government is sending over 4,000 more soldiers to accelerate rescues.... 
Taiwan: Mudslide Village Rescue Efforts Continue, Helicopter Down
At least 400 people are feared dead after typhoon Morakot buried the village Shiao Lin in Taiwan under mud. The mudslide crashed into the village on Monday, leaving only one or two houses unharmed. The bridge... 
created by Annina Bergman | 17 wks ago | updated 17 wks ago
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400 views | 44 recommendations | 1 comment
