Reported about 1 year ago
New-generation singer Dena joined Warner Music and released a new single 'Here I Go Emo Again' on July 6, 2024. Inspired by her repeated failures in getting a driver's license, the song reflects her emotional journey from despair to self-acceptance. Despite almost giving up after three failed attempts, Dena's determination and fear of losing face drove her to pass on the fourth attempt. Known for her emotional personality, Dena's music resonates with her experiences and aims to inspire others to pursue their dreams. She transitioned from a nursing program to the Berklee College of Music and has collaborated with various artists, earning recognition for her talent and relatable style.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Cheng Wen-tsang, former Mayor of Taoyuan and current chairman of the Straits Exchange Foundation, was suspected of corruption and was brought to court by the Taoyuan District Prosecutors' Office for violating the Anti-Corruption Act. After a two-hour hearing, the court ruled that Cheng could be released on bail of 5 million NT dollars, with restrictions on residence, travel, contact with co-defendants, criminal suspects, witnesses, and others. Despite denying the charges, evidence presented in the application supported significant criminal suspicion regarding bribery and leaking of secrets, leading to the decision for bail.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 6, 2024, the Chairman of the Straits Exchange Foundation, Cheng Wen-Tsan, who served as the Mayor of Taoyuan, was arrested on suspicion of bribery related to a land development case. Prosecutor Chen Jiayi, handling this case, had previously exposed former Taoyuan Chief Prosecutor Peng Kunye's involvement in influence peddling, leading to Peng's dismissal. Despite suspicions, Cheng Wen-Tsan was granted bail of 5 million Taiwanese dollars while the investigation continues. Chen Jiayi's discreet handling of the case contrasts with his prior involvement in a tax evasion case, where he uncovered and addressed influence-peddling attempts. This investigation exposed complexities in the justice system and highlighted the challenges prosecutors face in maintaining integrity.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The former mayor of Taoyuan and current Chairman of Straits Exchange Foundation, Cheng Wen-tsang, was accused of corruption and arrested by Taoyuan District Prosecutors' Office under the Anti-Corruption Act. After a 2-hour court session, Cheng was granted bail of NT$5 million with no need for detention. The prosecutor immediately objected to the court's decision. The case continues to unfold.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to JR Tokaido's official website, a power outage occurred between Shizuoka Station and Kakegawa Station on the Tokaido Shinkansen in Japan on July 6. Trains on both the up and down lines were temporarily suspended due to vehicle inspections, leaving passengers stuck in tunnels with no air conditioning causing complaints of heat discomfort. JR is conducting inspections and plans to resume operations around 3 p.m. NHK reported that the 'Hope Train No. 12' was stranded in a tunnel due to power failure, with passengers experiencing darkness and heat inside the carriage. Passenger accounts described the situation inside as uncomfortable due to the lack of air conditioning. Temporary facilities were set up as passengers awaited resumption of services.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Taoyuan Mayor and current chairman of the Straits Exchange Foundation, Zheng Wen-Can, was brought in for questioning by Taoyuan prosecutors regarding a land corruption case. After overnight interrogation, Zheng was detained and denied bail by the Taoyuan court, sparking turmoil in the political scene. Zheng's lawyer arrived at the Taoyuan District Court in the morning, and later in the afternoon, the court ruled to set Zheng's bail at 5 million, with restrictions on residence and travel. Taoyuan prosecutors promptly lodged an appeal against the court's decision.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to media reports, the Hangzhou East Station in Zhejiang Province, China, which was completed and opened for traffic 11 years ago, has recently been exposed to platform sinking issues. Photos shared online show a significant difference in height between the train carriages and the platform, indicating the sinking problem. The station has been facing this issue for years, with cracks and slopes appearing on the platforms. Various maintenance projects have been carried out to address the problem, with the station handling billions of passengers over the years.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to China Times News, on July 6, 2024, two young passengers on a Huaxin Airlines domestic flight from Taichung to Penghu decided to open the cabin door out of curiosity before takeoff, causing a delay of nearly an hour as all passengers had to be deplaned for safety checks. The two men confessed that sitting near the emergency door led to them impulsively opening it. This action violated aviation regulations and could result in fines of 10,000 to 50,000 NTD. The case has been transferred to the Civil Aeronautics Administration for further handling.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Taoyuan City Mayor and Chairman of the Mainland Affairs Council Cheng Wen-tsang, celebrated his 57th birthday on July 6th but ended up detained on corruption charges related to the Hwaya Science Park development case. The Taoyuan District Court granted him bail of NT$5 million and imposed restrictions on his residence, travel, and overseas trips. Cheng is accused of receiving bribes in connection to the development project, where he allegedly accepted money to assist in the approval process. Despite returning the bribe later, detailed financial records are in possession of the authorities as investigations continue.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Facing the impact of declining birth rates, several schools are at risk of exiting, with the Ministry of Education recently announcing that four private universities, including Tatung University of Technology, Oriental University, Global University of Technology, and Mingdao University, will all exit by the end of this July, affecting nearly 900 students who will be transferred to 17 other schools to continue their studies. This decision comes as a result of both demographic changes and the transition of private schools, with a total of 458 staff members affected. The Ministry of Education is providing assistance for job transitions and encouraging other schools to hire the affected teachers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A former landlord shared a positive impression of Laura, a YouTuber involved in a scandal, recalling her as 'generous' for gifting multiple boxes of PR goods. Following revelations of Laura's misconduct using contracts to profit greatly, it was noted that her behavior was reflective of human nature rather than an individual issue, with focus turning to the company's internal controls. A warning was issued to be alert in times of crisis and maintain personal credit, with emphasis on learning from past mistakes for disaster preparedness to minimize losses.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 6, 2024, L'Oréal, the world's largest beauty company, showcased innovative beauty technologies like the award-winning 'AirLight Pro' hair dryer and the 'HAPTA' lipstick assistant device at the 'Beauty Power Co-Creation Day' event in Taiwan, focusing on themes of technological innovation, social participation, and environmental sustainability. They also launched the 'Beauty Tech Co-Creation Project' to support local startups and foster international collaboration. Additionally, L'Oréal unveiled the new 'MELASYL' skin brightening patent in their 'MELA B3 Brightening Essence' product, demonstrating their commitment to personalized beauty experiences and social inclusivity. The company's initiatives also include promoting environmental sustainability and supporting various social causes.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Taoyuan City Mayor and Chairman of Taiwan's Straits Exchange Foundation, Zheng Wencan, was arrested for alleged corruption and taken into custody by the Taoyuan District Prosecutor's Office on July 5. He was interrogated for over 16 hours before being detained and denied visitors. Zheng's arrest is reportedly related to a land development change case during his tenure as mayor, specifically concerning the 'Change of the Lin-Kou Designated Area Plan - Expansion Plan for the Industrial Zone W5' in Taoyuan. However, detailed information on the case is pending clarification by the prosecution.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Popular music band Mixer, led by Mr. Deer, announced their upcoming concert 'CircUs World Tour' on 9/21 and tickets sold out within seconds of going on sale. Despite scalpers offering tickets for 15,000 NT dollars, organizers urge fans not to buy from scalpers and are considering adding more concert dates. Mr. Deer, with a packed schedule, continues to receive overwhelming support from fans, expressing excitement for the upcoming concert and hinting at surprises in store for attendees. Fans eagerly await a chance to see 'Little B Abs Rock' on stage.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a tragic event at Luodong Junior High School in Yilan County in 2020, a female student, suspected of being bullied and physically punished by a teacher, left during class and tragically fell to her death. Shockingly, the school did not punish the two teachers involved, prompting the Control Yuan to investigate. The student, allegedly a victim of teacher bullying and inappropriate punishment, was forced by the teacher to drink mineral water if she did not meet academic standards and was not allowed to use the restroom. Due to long-term bullying, the student suffered a mental breakdown and resorted to self-harm. The Control Yuan confirmed improper discipline by the teachers and lack of school safety reporting post-incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Chinese internet celebrity with 750,000 followers posted a video of herself eating blue mushrooms to attract attention, but was later exposed for staging the video. The platform took down the video and punished her with a 30-day ban, decrease in followers, search restrictions, 30-day shadow ban, and 60-day revocation of profit privileges. Netizens criticized her for misleading the public and potentially endangering lives, especially of children.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Mayor of Taoyuan and Chairman of the Straits Exchange Foundation, Cheng Wen-tsang, was detained for alleged corruption and ordered to post bail of NT$5 million earlier today. Following a court ruling early this morning, Cheng was detained and denied visitation rights. However, the Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office immediately filed an appeal against the court's decision to grant bail, citing improper handling of the case. Cheng denied the charges and engaged in intense legal battles in court, leading the judge to grant bail of NT$5 million while imposing restrictions on residence, travel, and overseas trips. The case involves suspicions of bribe-taking related to official duties. The Prosecutors Office affirmed the gravity of the criminal allegations by detaining Cheng for further investigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A high school student in Yilan wanted to buy a motorcycle but faced age restrictions. When he turned 18 this year, he followed the advice of a dealer to use a '0 down payment' scheme to acquire a motorcycle, resulting in him accumulating over NT$100,000 in debt. The student's father criticized the dealer for 'inducing excessive consumption,' but the Yilan County Government's consumer protection official stated that the contract was signed by a fully capable adult in a fair transaction. Despite being legal, the situation raised concerns about young adults having limited financial capabilities and being led into substantial debt at a young age.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Democratic Progressive Party Taoyuan City Councilor Huang Ching-ping stated that Mayor Cheng Wen-tsang is involved in the land change case of the Hwaya Industrial Park in Guishan District, with two sons of a certain 'political elder' also implicated. Cheng Wen-tsang, former Mayor of Taoyuan and Chairman of the Strait Exchange Foundation, was arrested by the Taoyuan District Prosecutors' Office for suspected corruption. Huang Ching-ping revealed that the case involves a 9.5-hectare agricultural land outside the Hwaya Science Park, with cash being delivered to Cheng through a person surnamed Liao familiar to him, for the land change from an agricultural zone to an industrial zone.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Largan Precision, the optical components giant, revealed a combined revenue of 4.041 billion NTD for June 2024, marking a 15.92% monthly increase and a 49.89% annual growth, surpassing expectations and extending a streak of 11 months of annual revenue growth. Despite a 2.9% quarterly decline to 10.985 billion NTD for the second quarter, Largan anticipates a stronger shipment momentum in July than in June. As the company predicts a positive outlook for the third quarter, they will host an online conference on July 11 to announce the second-quarter financial report and discuss future prospects.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The news of Taiwanese internet sensation 'Chicken Cutlet Sister' Zheng Caiyun marrying a Japanese pediatrician garnered attention in Taiwan. However, a man named Xie from Kaohsiung made a derogatory comment on Facebook, triggering a legal dispute. Xie was found guilty of public insult for his comment, 'North Gate Furnace moved to Japan,' and was sentenced to 10 days in jail with the option to pay a fine. The court deemed his comment as damaging to the individual's dignity, highlighting the consequences of online bullying culture. Despite expressing willingness to reconcile, Xie's actions led to legal repercussions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Taoyuan Mayor and Chairman of the Strait Exchange Foundation, Cheng Wen-tsang, was reported to have been involved in a corruption scandal on his 57th birthday, sparking reactions from both political circles and netizens. Some defended Cheng, attributing the situation to political persecution, while others mocked the situation with memes and jokes, including references to Hong Kong films. The online community debated over the issue, questioning the credibility of the accusations and speculating on potential outcomes.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Taiwan, where the summer heat is intense, the cost of installing air conditioning has become prohibitively high, with one netizen sharing that the installation fee alone for a 30,000 NT unit amounts to 25,000 NT. The main reason for the high cost is the need for a crane during installation, which can cost thousands per hour. The post drew responses from other netizens expressing shock at the expenses and offering advice on timing and preparation for installation to save costs during peak seasons.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The New Taiwan Dollar surged over 1 cent on July 4, reaching a historically sweet exchange rate of "0.2049", with a profit of NT$7578 when exchanging NT$100,000. Despite a slight increase in the Japanese Yen, the NT Dollar showed a stronger performance. Experts advise buying Japanese Yen in batches due to its continued weakness, as the fundamental cause lies in the interest rate difference between the US and Japan. There is no sign of a rebound yet, and intervening in the market has proven ineffective. For stability or revaluation, changes in currency policies by the Bank of Japan and the Federal Reserve are necessary.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During an interview with ABC host Stephanopoulos on July 6, Biden, while not making many verbal errors or stutters, provided incoherent responses at times. Despite trying to demonstrate his capability as President for another 4 years, analysts from the Democratic Party and media still find it challenging to quell criticisms and doubts. Biden's hoarse voice and occasional disjointed responses in the interview did not help clarify his message, causing confusion among viewers. With increasing calls for him to step down, critics emphasize the importance of Biden effectively communicating his message and addressing concerns promptly to regain support.
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