The former Taipei mayor and founder of the Taiwan People's Party, Ko Wen-je, is released without bail after two days of questioning in connection with a corruption case. Taiwan is stepping up its civil defense preparedness with a new program meant to bring together the private and public sectors. We look at how Taiwanese businesses are rapidly expanding their footprint in Vietnam. Plus:
- An elder from Taroko's Indigenous community has published a new book to help preserve his people's history.
- Tropical storm Yagi brings heavy rains and flooding to the Philippines.
- A scientist is investigating why Taiwan's giant trees are dying out.