New Bloom

04/01/2026

"Wind Farm Protests in Changhua, Yilan Return to Similar Issues" by Brian Hioe

Wind farm development in Changhua was again in the news, with an offshore wind farm in Fangyuan Township coming under scrutiny in August last year over the potential impact on aquaculture. Clam and oyster farming is a prominent industry in Fangyuan Township.

Wind farm development in Changhua was again in the news, with an offshore wind farm in Fangyuan Township coming under scrutiny in August last year over the potential impact on aquaculture.

04/01/2026

Crocheting and Knitting for Palestine
Calling all crocheters and knitters! Join us for a knitting and crocheting session organized by Fighting with Fiber!
We will be crocheting and knitting items to hopefully sell at festivals and markets in Taiwan, to raise funds and awareness about Palestine. Proceeds will be donated to the Sameer Project! If you’d like to get a head start, feel free to check out the free patterns linked in the bio of . Please bring your own hooks/needles if you have them.
Date: Jan 14, 7 PM
Place: DAYBREAK (Bangka Boulevard, No. 110, 1F, Wanhua District, Taipei 108)
image: Internet Archive, “Knitting and crocheting, by Brown, Durrell & co., Boston. [from old catalog] 1885”

03/01/2026

Improv with Baker is a beginner-friendly improvisation workshop. Whether you are new to improv comedy or a seasoned performer, this workshop will provide accessible exercises and level-appropriate feedback to help you have fun and be confident when improvising. Baker is a seasoned improviser who’s performed in Shanghai and Taipei. They love teaching and improv, and they particularly enjoy helping people learn how to listen deeply to improve their connection with others AND their comedic timing. Come to check out improv and play around or to hone your skills!

Central illustration: Franz Kafka ca. 1901-07 (public domain)

Date: Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026
Time: 8-10pm (doors open 6:30)
Location: DAYBREAK (No. 110, 1F, Bangka Blvd., Wanhua Dist., Taipei)
Fee: 200 NTD including a drink or pay what you can

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Links in bio for more info on events and events calendar

02/01/2026

"Sra Kacaw Corruption Controversy Points to Interrelated Issues" by Brian Hioe

KMT legislator Sra Kacaw is facing indictment over taking 7.11 million NT in bribes between 2020 and 2023. Prosecutors are reportedly seeking over ten years in jail for him, on violations of the Anti-Corruption Act and the Money Laundering Control Act.

01/01/2026

"Will the TPP and KMT Cooperate in Upcoming Local Elections?" by Brian Hioe

Questions about whether the TPP and KMT will cooperate in the upcoming local elections have been raised, with TPP chair Huang Kuo-chang announcing that he will run for New Taipei mayor. Huang announcing this mayoral run takes place shortly after a meeting between him and newly-elected KMT party chair Cheng Li-wun, known for her outspoken pro-China views.

Questions about whether the TPP and KMT will cooperate in the upcoming local elections have been raised, with TPP chair Huang Kuo-chang announcing that he will run for New Taipei mayor.

01/01/2026

Happy new year!

An update on the New Bloom Palestine Monthly Mutual Aid Initiative 🇵🇸🕊️

This update is also available, in text form, on the initiative’s page (link in bio)
This page also includes links to news reports and a link to the signup form

31/12/2025

"The 10 Best Taiwanese Movies of 2025" by New Bloom and Cinema Escapist

Discover the top Taiwanese movies from 2025 across genres like action, historical, family drama, romance, and more—streaming links included when available.

Discover the top Taiwanese movies from 2025 across genres like action, historical, family drama, romance, and more—streaming links included when available.

30/12/2025

The next Trans & Nonbinary Party will be Feb 7!

Please remember to sign-up (see link in original post)~

🌙 A love-filled February — come join us at T&N Party!

Whether you’re in love, newly out of a relationship, unsure about romance or s*x, or still figuring things out, you are welcome to feel safe and respected here.

No predefined forms, no expected answers.
Let’s spend this gentle, safe evening sharing and listening to our experiences together.

and people(including , , , , identities, and more),as well as their families, partners, and friends, are all warmly welcome.

If you’d like, feel free to bring a little Valentine’s touch —some chocolate, a small gift,or anything festive that makes you feel good to wear or share.

There’s no requirement and no pressure, just an invitation to add a bit of Valentine’s spirit to the night.

A relaxed atmosphere, delicious cocktails,and plenty of wonderful people to enjoy the party with.
Come hang out and celebrate together!

📍Organizers: Trif Trans Bar X New Bloom X 台灣非二元酷兒浪子 Taiwan Non-binary Q***r S***s X 酷兒翻越 Q***r Margins
📍Date & Time: 2026/02/07 (Sat) 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍Venue: Trif Trans Bar / DAYBREAK Café (1F, No.110, Bangka Blvd, Wanhua Dist., Taipei)
📍Tickets: $300 entry (includes $100 drink voucher)
📍Sign-Up Form: https://forms.gle/gHevkqz1D8vedCYr6

⚠️Venue capacity is limited—please follow the front desk instructions for entry.
⚠️Re-entry with hand stamp.
⚠️Please clean up and take your trash with you (seriously, take it with you!).
⚠️No outside alcohol. A corkage fee of NT$500 will be charged if violated.
⚠️Drink responsibly—cleaning fee NT$1000 will apply if you vomit.

⛔️ Photography & Filming Policy ⛔️
We respect that not everyone may want to appear in photos due to privacy or safety concerns. But we also welcome those who’d like to take photos with our decorations, photo wall, or drinks as memories!
1. Personal photos: Please ask for consent before photographing others, and try to avoid capturing people in the background.
2. Group photo: A group photo will be arranged at the event for future promotion. We’ll announce it in advance—if you’d prefer not to be in the picture, just step aside from the camera.

30/12/2025

"Chiang Wan-an's Trip to Shanghai Fails to Prevent Chinese Military Exercises" by Brian Hioe

Taipei mayor Chiang Wan-an traveled to Shanghai for the annual Twin Cities Forum last weekend. The event is held annually as a city-based exchange that takes place between Taipei and Shanghai, as sister cities.

Taipei mayor Chiang Wan-an traveled to Shanghai for the annual Twin Cities Forum last weekend. The event is held annually as a city-based exchange that takes place between Taipei and Shanghai…