Reported about 1 year ago
Britain's Labour Party is dealing with its first fiscal challenge of a £10 billion crisis bill as it returns to government after a long hiatus. The new Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, must find ways to fix the economy amid acute crises like public sector pay, fuel duties, and healthcare funding. With a high debt ratio and limited market capacity for more spending, Labour faces tough decisions on how to address these financial issues and keep the public on their side, as they navigate through their early policy announcements and budget planning.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Central Weather Bureau in Taiwan issued a thunderstorm alert for several counties due to the possibility of short-duration heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong gusts, particularly in bamboo and Miaoli regions. However, the alert for Changhua and Nantou areas was later lifted as rainfall eased. Residents are advised to remain cautious of potential flash floods, landslides, and poor visibility affecting outdoor activities and road safety.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Mayor of Taoyuan and current Chairman of the Cross-Strait Exchange Foundation, Cheng Wen-tsang, was suspected of violating the Anti-Corruption Act and accepting bribes. The Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office applied for restraining order and prohibition from meeting for Cheng. The court decided to grant bail of 5 million New Taiwanese Dollars and impose restrictions on residence and travel. Cheng walked out of the court with a smile, accompanied by his lawyer, without speaking to the media. The case involves allegations of corruption dating back seven years, and the court deemed bail necessary, despite the prosecution's appeal. Other defendants in the case were also under various restrictions. The Prosecutors Office considered the court's decision improper and filed an appeal immediately.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Taoyuan Mayor and current Chairman of the Taiwan Strait Exchange Foundation, Cheng Wen-tsang, was suspected of violating the Anti-Corruption Act for allegedly accepting bribes in the performance of his duty. The Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office applied for his detention, but the Taoyuan District Court granted bail at the amount of 5 million New Taiwan Dollars and imposed restrictions. Cheng left court with a smile, accompanied by his lawyer, without making any comments. The court found no suspicion of money laundering but considered the bribery and leakage of secrets accusations to be serious. The prosecution immediately appealed against the court's decision.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A tragic death accident occurred at a cable car in a mountainous area in Italy on July 4, 2024. A 41-year-old mother got her clothes caught in the cable car as she was loading luggage, and was dragged out and ultimately fell 152 meters into the valley, resulting in her death. The incident shocked the local community, with over 100 emergency responders involved in the rescue operation to recover the victim's body. Mayoral Silvia Tipaldi expressed condolences, awaiting further investigation into the facility to understand more about the unfortunate event.
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Reported about 1 year ago
This morning in Taipei City, three workers were poisoned by carbon monoxide at the Rui Guang Social Housing on Rui Guang Road in Neihu District. The incident occurred during a condensate pipe cleaning project where a diesel engine was started in a confined space with poor ventilation. The workers were sent to Tri-Service General Hospital for treatment but remained conscious. Further investigation is needed to clarify the details of the incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 6, 2024, National Defense Minister Gu Li-xiong attended the seventh national high school 'Patriotic Ceremonies Baton' competition and announced that the military performance at Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is being coordinated with the Ministry of Culture to be relocated to Freedom Square, with the flag-raising ceremony continuing as usual. Gu emphasized that after performances at Freedom Square, the military teams will wait indoors to avoid exposure to outdoor elements, and there are no plans to handle Chiang Kai-shek statues located in military barracks. The Ministry is actively coordinating detailed arrangements for the military performances at Freedom Square.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 6, 2024, at 2:53 am, the Kinmen Coast Guard intercepted a smuggling fishing boat in the Jinsha Sea, where one person onboard was identified as a military personnel, sparking concerns. The boat, named 'Shunfeng 99,' was found carrying a large quantity of electronic goods, branded sneakers, and skincare products suspected for smuggling to China by the Kinmen Coast Guard. The situation in the Jinsha Sea has been tense, with heightened security measures, yet smuggling attempts persist. The Coast Guard discovered suspicious activities and items onboard leading to the apprehension of 5 individuals, including a military officer from the Kinmen Defense Command. Investigations and legal actions are underway to address the smuggling incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On the morning of July 6, 2024, Keir Starmer, the leader of the UK Labour Party, was sworn in as the new prime minister. In his inaugural speech outside 10 Downing Street, he promised to regain public trust through concrete actions and reiterated always prioritizing the national interest. US President Joe Biden congratulated Starmer and expressed hope for closer UK-US cooperation. Analysts noted that despite Labour's majority in Parliament, their national vote share was less than 35%, posing a potential future challenge.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 6, 2024, a woman surnamed Chen in Kaohsiung fell off a computer chair at a Carrefour store, claiming it was due to the chair being improperly assembled and later diagnosed with a coccyx fracture. She sought 900,000 in damages from Carrefour, alleging a lack of warning signs at the store. However, the store employees stated that Chen did not show signs of injury at the time and continued shopping afterward. The court ruled in favor of Carrefour, stating Chen failed to prove a direct link between her injuries and the chair, thus dismissing her claim. Chen can appeal the decision.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 6, 2024, in Neihu District, Taipei, three workers were rushed to Tri-Service General Hospital after suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning while cleaning condenser pipes in a residential building on Ruiguang Road. The workers were believed to have started a diesel engine in a poorly ventilated space, leading to the poisoning. Fortunately, all three workers were conscious and not in life-threatening condition. Police are still investigating the exact cause of the incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Citing Next TV News, on July 6, 2024, at 2:48 am, Wu Tongtan, an elder of the Tiantao Alliance and spiritual leader of the Taichung Alliance, who passed away on May 22 at the age of 75, had his remains moved to the funeral venue in Keelung. Chen Yueqing, the spiritual leader of the Hong Kong gang 'Wa Shing Wo,' also arrived in Taiwan to pay his respects. Wu Tongtan's funeral is set for July 9 in Keelung and is expected to draw thousands of mourners with heavy police presence, even causing garbage collection to be suspended in the area on that day. International gang leaders have also sent representatives, including Chen Yueqing.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 6, 2024, at 2:47 am, Mayor Cheng Wen-Tsan, Chairman of the Straits Exchange Foundation, was suspected to be involved in a land development corruption case and charged with bribery. After being brought in for questioning by prosecutors yesterday and facing a request for detention, a bail hearing was held earlier today, ultimately resulting in a decision by the judge for Mayor Cheng to post a NT$5 million bail and be placed under house arrest with travel restrictions. Following the ruling, Mayor Cheng's lawyer promptly paid the bail in cash, and Mayor Cheng emerged from the Taoyuan District Court at around 2:35 pm wearing a smile, declining to comment when asked if he felt wronged or falsely accused. His lawyer stated that the judge advised against making statements. Mayor Cheng then left in a car. Mayor Cheng appeared in public with a smile after posting bail. Photo/Courtesy of TTV News
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 5th, a tornado hit Heze, Shandong, China, causing 5 deaths and 83 injuries. The severe weather led to around 3,000 buildings being damaged. Witnesses described a scene of metal sheets and tree branches flying through the air, with one resident even recalling thinking it was doomsday. The local government has initiated rescue efforts, but the full extent of the disaster is still being assessed.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Netizens revealed that while collaborating with Ga's wife in the past, Laura provided an 'VIP exclusive contact channel' which was not an official company mailbox. Youtuber Ga exposed Laura's deceptive practices in a contract worth millions, leading to him clarifying and issuing a 'not suicidal statement.' A supplier's employee also disclosed that Laura gave her a 'VIP exclusive contact channel' privately, different from the company's official mailbox, making it clear that 'VIP' equals high profits. With more insiders coming forward in light of Laura's fraudulent activities, many were shocked by the sophisticated scamming methods used, with Ga's wife clarifying that their company only operates through a unified cooperation mailbox.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taipei Mayor Cheng Wen-tsang was arrested and released on bail of 5 million NT dollars after being implicated in a land development case involving bribery. Prosecutors found significant suspicion of Cheng committing bribery and leaking secrets, leading to his arrest. The court restricted his movements and communication with other involved parties. The prosecution believes the bail decision was inappropriate and has filed an appeal. The case involves an alleged scheme with local landowners and a prominent corporation for a development project in Taipei, with multiple individuals implicated and awaiting trial.
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Reported about 1 year ago
柯文哲表示2026年選舉，民眾黨不會擴大同溫層，強調重點是議員而非縣市長，否則可能讓挑戰縣市長大位的黃國昌、黃珊珊希望渺茫。柯文哲建議要選擇能力適宜的人擔任縣市長，並表示民眾黨正檢討政治策略並尋找適當的人選。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Recent controversies have emerged involving actress Qiangqiang (Lin Jialing), starting with her sister being slapped by her girlfriend during a live broadcast, followed by criticism for irresponsibly giving away two puppies to a person with depression. Subsequently, the company 'Fuli Culture' was accused of plagiarism and being difficult to work with. In response, Qiangqiang announced a live broadcast to address the accusations with evidence and facts. She clarified the ongoing controversies, including the decision to cut ties with her sister, amidst a series of recent issues.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Nationalist Party legislator Hsu Yu-chen commented on July 6, 2024, following the corruption suspicions involving Straits Exchange Foundation (SEF) Chairperson Cheng Wen-tsang, who was released on NT$5 million bail with residence restriction by the Taoyuan District Court. Hsu stated that Cheng's significant bail amount and the prohibition on leaving the country indicate serious allegations, making him unsuitable to continue as SEF Chairperson, urging Cheng to resign immediately and await judicial investigation. Hsu also urged President Lai Ching-te to handle cross-strait personnel issues well and restore dialogue for stable cross-strait relations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 6, 2024, at 2:43 am, Cheng Wen-tsang was reportedly involved in a corruption case and was taken away by the Taoyuan District Prosecutor's Office and was detained after a 16-hour overnight interrogation. Meanwhile, Chen Hsiueh-seng pointed out that on the same day, Chen Ting-fei was expelled from the legislative Yuan by the DPP, indicating Lai Ching-te's display of power. Chen Hsiueh-seng noted that Lai Ching-te is taking measures to combat corruption following his consolidation of power, drawing a parallel to how Ma Ying-jeou rose to power. Overall, the move is seen as an effort by Lai Ching-te to assert his authority and eliminate corruption in the party.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni is closely watching the French election as Marine Le Pen's potential victory could affect their right-wing alliance. While sharing common ground in certain areas, such as distancing themselves from far-right ideologies, their differing views on issues like Russia and abortion make alliance complicated. Meloni is wary of Le Pen's popularity and its implications, especially given her own leadership position and ambitions within Europe. The outcome in France could potentially shift the European political landscape, posing challenges and opportunities for Meloni's political standing.
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Reported about 1 year ago
知名兄弟檔大炳、小炳中天新聞網報導，大炳於2012年不幸離世後，弟弟小炳深受打擊並陷入酗酒；小炳透露因酒精中毒進入戒毒村，經過兩年後成功戒酒，坦言犯錯但感謝家人朋友的支持。他也在戒毒期間創作多首歌曲、小說、漫畫等作品，期待分享給大眾。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Taoyuan City Mayor and current Chairman of the Taiwan Strait Exchange Foundation, Cheng Wen-tsang, is suspected of violating anti-corruption laws, including bribery related to duty, and was requested by the Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office to be detained and denied visitation rights. The Taoyuan District Court held a bail hearing yesterday afternoon, ruling for a 5 million New Taiwan Dollar bail, with restrictions on residency, exiting the country, and maritime travel; the prosecution objected. After Cheng Wen-tsang paid the bail yesterday afternoon and left the court with his lawyer, he released a statement for the first time late at night asserting his innocence. The Taiwan Strait Exchange Foundation has announced that Cheng Wen-tsang has resigned as Chairman. Yahoo News will continue to provide updates on this story as it develops. Cheng Wen-tsang, known for his political career including positions such as Vice Premier of the Executive Yuan and Mayor of Taoyuan, is involved in allegations of bribery and corruption, causing a stir in various circles. The judicial process is ongoing.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network, July 6, 2024, 2:31 AM: When purchasing a house, lighting is a primary consideration for many. A netizen recently expressed difficulty in finding newly built two-bedroom properties with dual lighting, as most are placed in the middle with only single-sided lighting. Other users advised considering the purchase of a three-bedroom property for better options or accepting the limited choices due to budget constraints. Some shared experiences of rare and expensive two-bedroom properties with dual lighting, emphasizing their scarcity in the market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Married renowned doctor Jiang Kunjun is embroiled in a series of negative news, first reported to have a close relationship with a female nurse, then accused of harassing a nutritionist on stage. Now, it is revealed that he has harassed the host of 'Health 2.0' and top anchor Zheng Kaiyun. TV station and Zheng Kaiyun have responded to this issue. TVBS stated it complies with gender equality laws and anti-harassment laws, handling complaints seriously and respecting the privacy and dignity of all employees. Zheng Kaiyun confirmed the incident but chose not to divulge further details.
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