Transitions of power, transitional justiceBy Arthur Chang 張崇廉Taiwan is amid a wave of rediscovering its own democratic history. It has been decades since Taiwan’s democratic transition; we have seen several transitions of power in the government, and a Transitional Justice Commission was established to rectify injustices of the martial law period. After a democratic transition, the telling of history — especially the history of authoritarian politics — should be free from concealment. Yet in Taiwan, the very KMT that held power during authoritarian rule has never truly shown humility toward the people over the pain caused throughout this period. With this wave of rediscovery and education on Taiwan’s history of democratic transition, more and more young people are coming to understand the nation’s past under authoritarian rule.

Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula, another major destination for Cuban migrants, lacks the resources to receive and care for those fleeing the nation, as has become evident in recent years. This would require lifting the trade embargo, which former US president Barack Obama tried to do, though partisan divisions doomed the effort. Moreover, Cuban leaders have indicated their eagerness for investment. As the son of Cuban immigrants and a hardliner, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is also uniquely positioned to achieve this outcome. It might seem improbable, but a new and peaceful Cuban revolution is possible.

The impossible choice of Iran’s female soccer playersBy Shiva Mokri and Moones Mansoubi / The GuardianWhen we watched the players of the Iranian women’s soccer team stand silently during the national anthem at the Women’s Asian Cup in Australia, it felt personal. The players face another form of pressure: Some would remain in Australia on temporary humanitarian visas, but that choice is not without cost. They might have elderly parents to care for, relatives who depend on them financially, or loved ones whose lives are directly threatened by the Iranian regime. To understand why this moment resonates so strongly, it is impossible to separate it from the wider story of Iranian women. Iranian women have shown incredible courage and resilience.

Has Timothee Chalamet blown his Oscars chances? It didn’t go viral until very late in the game, and that wasn’t in time to influence voting,” Hammond said. Oscars voting closed on March 5. “That particular comment isn’t going to hurt him in the Oscars,” Hammond said. He lost that Oscar race to Brody, who took his second golden statuette.

Illustration: Constance ChouStill, the conflict arrives at a time when Latin America’s macroeconomic foundations are far more resilient than in past decades. As tempting as ideological purity might be, any regional effort that excludes Brazil, Mexico and Colombia is bound to fail and ultimately weakens Latin America’s strategic hand. Furthermore, the US confrontation with Iran might soon reduce the extraordinary attention that Washington has lavished on Latin America. “Beyond differences, there must be an agreement that Latin America remains a place of peace. And for that, diplomacy is key.”In an increasingly fragmented and dangerous world, Latin America holds several winning cards.

Russia should not be allowed back in: UsykAP, MANCHESTER, EnglandThe world of sport appears to be softening the hardline stance it took when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk attends a press conference in Wembley stadium in London in 2025. Russian athletes have been allowed to compete as individual neutral athletes during the ban. “The Olympic Games were created as games of peace,” he said. That simply doesn’t add up.”The undefeated Usyk returns to the ring against kickboxer Rico Verhoeven in Egypt on May 23.

US advances in WBC to face down Domincan RepublicReutersBrice Turang and Pete Crow-Armstrong’s consecutive RBI singles proved to be the difference in the US’ 5-3 win over Canada in a World Baseball Classic (WBC) quarterfinal on Friday night in Houston. The Dominican team has won all five games in this WBC by a combined margin of 51-10. US player Brice Turang hits a single against Canada during a quarterfinal game of the World Baseball Classic in Houston on Friday. In two WBC starts, he has thrown 8 2/3 innings, allowing one run on five hits with 11 strikeouts to one walk. After Canadian starter Michael Soroka allowed three runs (two earned) over 2-2/3 innings, Micah Ashman stabilized things with 2-1/3 scoreless, one-hit innings.

Video review problematic: world tennis starReutersWorld No. Medvedev earned a late break in his 6-1, 7-5 victory after a contentious hindrance call from chair umpire Aurelie Tourte, who ruled via video review that Draper’s raised arm distracted the Russian. According to the video review procedures for Indian Wells, as listed by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), reviews can be sought after point-ending shots or if a player immediately stops play. Aryna Sabalenka plays in the semi-final match against Linda Noskova during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California on Friday. “If he got bothered, [he should] ask for the video review straightaway,” Sabalenka added.

Uni-Lions player fractures finger in early WBC gamestaff writer, with CNAUni-President 7-Eleven Lions’ outfielder Chen Chieh-hsien, who fractured his left index finger earlier during the World Baseball Classic (WBC), is expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks. The Uni-Lions confirmed in a news statement on Friday that Chen had a distal fracture in his left index finger. Chen Chieh-hsien reacts after getting hit by a pitch by Australia`s pitcher Jack O`Loughlin during a World Baseball Classic game in Tokyo on March 5. Chen was injured during Taiwan’s WBC Pool C opener against Australia. Last year, Chen signed a 10-year, NT$200 million (US$6.27 million) contract with the Uni-Lions, the largest deal in CPBL history.

US’ reprieve will not matter due to lack of intensityThanks to Italy beating Mexico on Wednesday, the US get another chance in the World Baseball Classic (WBC). What looked like a potentially disastrous early exit for US manager Mark DeRosa and his team turned out to be nothing more than substantial worry and significant embarrassment for about 24 hours. It remains to be seen whether the US really want to win badly enough for the reprieve to matter, as if it is just a switch they can flick, but there is little reason for their fans to be optimistic. The team’s attitude and behavior have been all over the place whenBy David Brown

Russell fends off Ferrari in ShanghaiMAGNIFICENT MERCEDES: Russell continued a winning streak, hot off last week’s victory in Australia, at the sprint race in Shanghai, against aggressive Ferrari driversAP, SHANGHAIGeorge Russell of Mercedes stood off a strong challenge from Ferrari to win yesterday’s sprint race at the Chinese Grand Prix, continuing his early dominance in a new and different season of Formula 1. Russell won the first race of the season in Australia last weekend, following up by taking the 19-lap sprint in China. Mercedes’ George Russell, right, leads Charles Leclerc during the a race in Shanghai yesterday. Russell began to pull away after the early laps with Hamilton fading as the constant battles took a toll on his tires. Four-time world champion Max Verstappen is no fan of the changes, finishing ninth in the sprint race.

Taiwan lose to China 2-0 in Asian Cup soccerReutersChina stayed in the hunt for a 10th Women’s Asian Cup title with a 2-0 win over Taiwan in extra time in Perth yesterday, clearing the way to a semi-final game against Australia. Taiwan players leave the field following defeat against China in the Women`s Asian Cup quarter-final soccer match in Australia yesterday. Photo: APWith the teams tied 0-0 after 90 minutes, China finally got the breakthrough four minutes into extra time through Shao Ziqin. China had a golden opportunity to add to their lead 10 minutes later but Wurigumula’s penalty was saved. With the win, China locked up a spot at next year’s Women’s World Cup in Brazil, while Taiwan competes with the other losing quarter-finalists for two more places in playoffs on the Gold Coast next week.

Couple’s argument in car leads to alleged killingBy Hsu Kuo-chen and Jake Chung / Staff reporter, with staff writerA man allegedly killed his girlfriend on Friday following a heated argument over a breakup, Taichung police said yesterday. A 62-year-old man surnamed Fu (傅) turned himself in at Wengzi Police Station, saying that he had killed his 42-year-old girlfriend, surnamed Chi (紀), police said. Officers checked the vehicle outside the station and found Chi inside the car, they said, adding that she was rushed to hospital, but died due to excessive blood loss. Fu and Chi were discussing ending their relationship while sitting in Fu’s car, the source said. If necessary, people should seek assistance from police and, after ending the relationship, consider applying for a restraining order, the official said.

Taichung mayor, Boston counterpart discuss cooperationSAME DREAMS: The two share a commitment to making their cities great places to live in, and hopes of improving infrastructure, education and healthcareStaff writer, with CNATaichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen (盧秀燕), who is on an 11-day trip in the US, on Friday met with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu (吳弭). “It was an honor to welcome Ms. Lu Shiow-yen, Mayor of Taichung City, Taiwan [@lushiowyen] and members of the Taichung delegation to Boston City Hall today,” Wu wrote on Facebook, posting photos of the meeting. “Boston and Taichung City share a deep commitment to international collaboration and making our cities great places to live,” Wu added. Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen, left, and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu shake hands in Boston on Friday. Photo courtesy of the Boston City GovernmentBorn to Taiwanese parents in Chicago, Wu in 2021 became the first female and minority mayor of Boston.

Freeway extension plan faces hurdlesBy Wu Liang-yi and Shelley Shan / Staff reportersExtending the Shuishalian Freeway (Freeway No. The proposed 88.9km corridor for the highway extension would link Nantou County’s Puli Township (埔里) and Jian Township (吉安) in Hualien County. 5 — to be 17.5km long, surpassing the 12.9km-long Hsuehshan Tunnel (雪山隧道), which connects New Taipei City and Yilan County on Chiang Wei-shui Memorial Freeway (Freeway No. The Nantou-Hualien corridor would pass to the west of Lushan geothermal area in Nantou County, which is where Yunhai Hot Spring (雲海溫泉) is. Some sections of the extension would have to be built at elevations of 1km to 2km above sea level, Chen said.