Typhoon-related suspensions dominate local concerns: Taiwan is facing severe weather disruptions from typhoons, particularly in Hsinchu and Taichung, causing work and school suspensions and driving high,
Archived Pulse in Taiwan
Country pulse digest
Friday, July 10, 2026
Archived Pulse in Taiwan
Taiwan is currently experiencing heightened concern over typhoon disruptions causing widespread work and school suspensions, while sports fans follow the FIFA World Cup matchup between France and Morocco.
Active topics
24
Search volume
850K
Leading topic
Money
Attention mix
What the country is searching
24
Money29% (7)
Entertainment21% (5)
Sports13% (3)
Technology13% (3)
Weather8% (2)
World8% (2)
Culture4% (1)
Politics4% (1)
Why people are curious
People in Taiwan are actively seeking timely information on severe weather impacts, specifically typhoon-related work and school suspensions, reflecting concerns for safety and compensation during these disruptions. Sports enthusiasts follow live updates and analyses of the France versus Morocco FIFA World Cup match, indicating a desire to stay connected with major international events. Energy consumers and investors monitor CPC Corporation Taiwan and oil market developments amid geopolitical uncertainties to understand implications for fuel prices and energy security.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
FIFA World Cup match between France and Morocco draws attention: The FIFA World Cup France vs. Morocco match captures strong sports interest in Taiwan.
Energy security keeps Taiwan focused on CPC and oil prices: Fuel price stability and significant oil shipments amid geopolitical tensions increase interest in CPC Corporation Taiwan.
Industrial safety and modernization trends in Taiwan: Growing attention to industrial safety follows fires in Taoyuan and Zhongli, with interest in factory digital transformation.
Celebrity relationships and online personalities engage the public: Entertainment buzz surrounds IU and Lee Jong Suk's rumored relationship, and popular local YouTuber Hahababy amid controversies.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Taiwan
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
EntertainmentNew
hahababy
Hahababy, a popular Taiwan YouTuber, has recently risen in search popularity amid various news including art projects, controversies, and events in Taipei.
5K+ searches · 700% growthFirst recent appearance
蔡 阿 嘎
02
WeatherSurging
新竹 停 班
Searches surged for '新竹 停 班' due to typhoon-related work and school closures in Hsinchu, Taiwan.
500K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 400%
停班停課查詢颱風假桃園市
03
WeatherSurging
台中颱風假
Interest spiked in '台中颱風假' as residents of Taichung, Taiwan searched for typhoon leave and holiday information.
200K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 400%
颱風放假台中 停 班放假
04
SportsSurging
法國 對 摩洛哥
The search for '法國 對 摩洛哥' surged due to the France vs. Morocco match in the FIFA World Cup group stage.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 400%
法國 摩洛哥法國 vs 摩洛哥世足
05
MoneySurging
中油
Search interest in '中油' is rising due to fuel price stability and significant oil shipments to Taiwan despite geopolitical tensions.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 400%
台湾中油
06
MoneySurging
台灣中油
Searches for '台灣中油' focus on fuel price changes and stability in Taiwan under the current geopolitical climate.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 400%
07
WorldSurging
工廠
The search for '工廠' is driven by recent industrial fire incidents in Taoyuan and discussions on digital transformation in factories.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 400%
中壢大火中壢火災桃園火災
08
EntertainmentNew
iu 李鐘碩
Searches about IU and Lee Jong Suk are rising rapidly, including their rumored relationship and breakup.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
李鐘碩李鐘碩 iuiu分手
09
TechnologySurging
碰撞
The topic “碰撞” reflects interest in crash tests and vehicle safety technology in Taiwan.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 400%
10
MoneySurging
颱風假有薪水嗎
People are inquiring about paid typhoon leave and related labor rights in Taiwan.
5K+ searches · 400% growthSearch volume up 400%
颱風天上班勞動部颱風天出勤
11
CultureSurging
巨城
The hololive Spring Travel Diary pop-up store opening in Taiwan has sparked increased interest, especially in locations like Big City and Hsinchu City.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 400%
大遠百新竹巨城
12
MoneySurging
星巴克買一送一
Starbucks-related searches in Taiwan and China point towards promotions, new store openings, and strategic business moves related to their market presence.
5K+ searches · 100% growthSearch volume up 400%
星巴克
Entertainment / Following | 2 days ago
hahababy
Why it matters
NewThis topic has only just appeared in the recent pulse, backed by 5K+ recent searches and 700% growth. People are searching to follow a developing event.
First recent appearance
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
MRT art with YouTuber’s son to be taken down early - Taipei Times
Taiwan YouTuber faces backlash for video criticizing Japanese restaurants - Taiwan News
Taiwan president and YouTuber introduce Vietnamese cuisine - Taiwan News
Engineer dies four days after beginner’s boxing match in Taipei｜Taiwan News - 民視新聞網
KFC Taiwan to discontinue "original egg tarts"｜Taiwan News - 民視新聞網
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.