Cape Verde Shocks World Cup Fans: Cape Verde's surprising World Cup performance, including a draw against Spain and a high-scoring match with Uruguay, has attracted major attention in
Archived Pulse in Taiwan
Country pulse digest
Saturday, July 4, 2026
Archived Pulse in Taiwan
Taiwanese internet users show strong interest in Cape Verde's surprising World Cup performance and geopolitical developments in Ukraine.
Active topics
24
Search volume
209.5K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
24
Sports17% (4)
Culture17% (4)
Politics13% (3)
Entertainment13% (3)
World8% (2)
Life8% (2)
Money8% (2)
Weather8% (2)
Technology8% (2)
Why people are curious
People in Taiwan are searching primarily with following intent, tracking ongoing events such as the World Cup performance of Cape Verde and the intensified conflict in Ukraine. They also seek explanations about cultural and political topics, including details about the late actor Fu Tzu-chun, independent political candidates, and short hair trends. Buying intent is seen around products like Wei Wang instant noodles and electronics, showing consumer activity. Planning intent appears in weather and event-related queries, indicating practical preparation and future activities.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Escalation in Ukraine Conflict: Russia's intensified military strikes in Ukraine prompted neighboring countries to boost defenses as the conflict evolves rapidly.
Tribute to Actor Fu Tzu-chun and Leukemia Awareness: The death of Taiwanese TV actor Fu Tzu-chun from leukemia has heightened public awareness and discussions about blood cancer.
Wei Wang Instant Noodles Popularity Spike: Demand for Wei Wang instant noodles has surged in Taiwan, reflecting consumer interest in the product and its environmental recycling initiatives.
Focus on Independent Political Candidates in Taiwan: Public curiosity about independent candidates is rising ahead of Taiwan's 2024 Legislative Yuan elections, signaling interest in alternative political
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Taiwan
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
PoliticsDeclining
taylor swift
500+ searches, 200% growth.
500+ searches · 200% growthLast seen 8 days ago
02
SportsDeclining
維德角
Cape Verde's surprising performance in the World Cup has captured significant attention alongside Argentina's strong team led by Messi.
100K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 8 days ago
阿根廷 對 維德角阿根廷對維德角維德角阿根廷
03
WorldDeclining
烏克蘭
Russia has escalated its military strikes in Ukraine, prompting international concern and increased defense activities in neighboring countries.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 8 days ago
04
EntertainmentDeclining
傅子純
The recent death of Taiwanese actor Fu Tzu-chun from leukemia has brought increased public awareness to the disease.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 8 days ago
傅子纯游安順
05
LifeDeclining
味王泡麵
Interest in Wei Wang instant noodles has surged, with related searches on its products and recycling.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 8 days ago
味王沙拉 油味王泡麵回收
06
PoliticsDeclining
無 黨籍
There is increased attention on independent candidates in Taiwan's 2024 Legislative Yuan elections.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 8 days ago
07
CultureDeclining
鼎泰豐
Din Tai Fung is trending due to its international expansion and closures, attracting travel and food enthusiasts.
10K+ searches · 700% growthLast seen 8 days ago
板橋大遠百
08
WorldDeclining
智利
Search interest in Chile surged due to recent significant events including a 5.5 magnitude earthquake near its central coast, uncertainty over BTS concerts at the National Stadium.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 8 days ago
09
MoneyDeclining
台新新光金融控股
Taiwan's Taishin Shin Kong Financial Holdings saw a 1,000% increase in searches, indicating heightened public interest likely due to corporate developments or financial updates.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 8 days ago
10
CultureDeclining
短髮
The term "short hair" has seen a large increase in interest, likely from people seeking explanations and tips about popular short hairstyles this summer.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 8 days ago
11
PoliticsDeclining
林右昌
Searches around 林右昌 have surged in Taiwan due to political developments involving the DPP's leadership changes and related local scandals.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 8 days ago
12
CultureDeclining
傑 瑞 米 葛 拉 漢
The term 傑 瑞 米 葛 拉 漢 is searched frequently in Taiwan, though no specific news articles are linked, indicating curiosity about this person or related cultural references.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 8 days ago
Politics / Planning | 8 days ago
taylor swift
Why it matters
DecliningThis topic was last observed 8 days ago and is no longer part of the current pulse, backed by 500+ recorded searches. People are searching to make a timely decision or plan.
Last seen 8 days ago
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
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The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.