17 Dead After Ragasa Ravages Rural Hualien - Sept. 24, 2025

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At least 17 people have been killed and rescue efforts continue after heavy rains brought by Super Typhoon Ragasa burst the banks of a river in eastern Taiwan, flooding a nearby town and making it the deadliest typhoon to hit Taiwan in years. US lawmakers restate their position on Taiwan, urging Beijing to settle matters peacefully. And Taiwan now requires prior approval for chips exported to South Africa, after its diplomatic ties were downgraded and it was forced to move. Plus: - The US transportation secretary calls for Taiwan’s inclusion in International Civil Aviation Organization. - Taiwan’s government says an exhibit from the National Palace Museum on loan in Prague has received terror threats in emails. - US President Donald Trump speaks in front of the UN, calling for a stronger stance with Ukraine against Russia.