Torrential typhoon rains have led to "extremely torrential" rain alerts for cities in southern Taiwan, including New Taipei in the north, causing paralysis.

A group has issued a warning about ships loitering suspiciously off the coast of southern Taiwan.

Heavy rains brought by Typhoon Mekhala have caused localized flooding in Taipei and parts of southern Taiwan, leading to the evacuation of over 200 people due to the risk of a lake overflowing in a mountainous area.

Eleven pygmy killer whales have become stranded on the coast of southern Taiwan, prompting rescue efforts.

Researchers in southern Taiwan are providing live streams of raptor nests, offering a unique glimpse into the birds' lives.

11 pygmy killer whales stranded in southern Taiwan  Taiwan News