Reported 12 months ago
Lin Yu-Chuan, the owner of the Da Jia Real Estate Taibao High-Speed Rail store in Jia Yi, has successfully expanded her business into sales and real estate agency within just half a year, generating a revenue of 27.3 million NT dollars. She aims to achieve double growth this year by adding another branch under the Living Business Real Estate franchise, continuing to expand the real estate market in Jia Yi. Lin highlights the comprehensive professional training provided by the franchise headquarters, emphasizing the support and encouragement given during the startup phase, which has boosted the confidence of franchisees and facilitated efficient team management.
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Reported 12 months ago
Chinese companies are looking to invest in Morocco as a way to access US electric vehicle subsidies following new regulations aiming to boost domestic EV manufacturing. Chinese manufacturers are eyeing Morocco as a strategic location to establish factories and produce EV parts that may qualify for subsidies in the US market. This move comes as Chinese firms seek to navigate eligibility rules set by the Biden administration, which limit sourcing from manufacturers with ties to US adversaries. The investments in Morocco signal a shift in the global electric vehicle supply chain landscape, as China, the US, and Europe compete for market dominance and investment opportunities.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, a 76.68-ton fishing boat named 'Da Jin Man 88' from Penghu was detained by seven Chinese coast guard vessels near Kinmen and taken to Quanzhou in Fujian province for investigation, despite efforts by Taiwanese coast guard ships to intervene. The Taiwanese Coast Guard Administration urges China to release the detained boat and its crew promptly, emphasizing the potential for damage to cross-strait relations due to political maneuvers. This incident adds to recent escalations in tensions between Taiwan and China, exemplified by similar past confrontations and calls for the U.S. to strengthen Taiwan's defense capabilities and encourage peaceful dialogues to prevent conflicts.
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Reported 12 months ago
Andrew Jury, a male star who appeared in the first season of the New Zealand reality show 'Married At First Sight: New Zealand,' passed away at the age of 33 in prison. He was arrested on April 2 for charges related to assault, damage, and possession of offensive weapons. His father confirmed the news and expressed regret for not realizing the severity of his son's situation earlier, as Andrew had mentioned feeling very distressed while in prison.
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Reported 12 months ago
The community Effort Orlando (CEO) fighting game esports event recently concluded with an unexpected incident during the Mortal Kombat 1 competition. Player Rez Dyloch, in his excitement after winning the championship, threw a chair behind him which ended up damaging expensive lights belonging to the organizers. With the prize money being insufficient to cover the damages, Rez Dyloch had to pay an additional 80,000 New Taiwan dollars out of his own pocket. This incident led to the CEO founder and CEO, Alex Jebailey, publicly condemning such behavior and issuing a warning that such actions will not be tolerated in future events.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, at 10:30 PM, reporter Liu Yujun reported that Gao Jiayu admitted, 'Compared to them, I am indeed not a goddess'. Keelung Mayor Xie Guoliang is facing a recall crisis, and there is curiosity about who would participate in the by-election if the motion is passed. DPP Policy Committee Executive Wang Yichuan recently mentioned his goddesses, actress Ding Guolin and media personality Zhou Yukou. Former DPP legislator Gao Jiayu, who has expressed high interest, also acknowledged she is not a goddess compared to them. Amid discussions, the potential candidates have sparked interest and speculations for the by-election process.
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Reported 12 months ago
During a summer exchange party for overseas students organized by the People's Party, politicians including Ko Wen-je, Huang Kuo-chang, Hsiung Ching-ying, and Chen Shih-hsuan shared their experiences. Ko Wen-je praised Americans for their diligence and honesty, pointing out that if lying led to resignation, 'there would be few left in Taipei's political circle.' Ko Wen-je advised young attendees to pursue happiness, do their best, and learn with a clear conscience, emphasizing the importance of adapting to the times and foundational learning. He used his experience studying artificial livers in the US as an example of how learning various concepts and technologies is valuable.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, journalist Qiu Yifang reported that on March 7, the Executive Yuan passed an amendment to the 'Road Traffic Management Penalty Regulations,' which was officially approved by the legislature on May 14 and took effect on June 30. The revised regulations impose fines of up to NT$1,200 for minor violations, including driving while holding a mobile phone, smoking while driving, not signaling when reversing, and more. Serious offenses like dangerous driving, running red lights, and failure to yield to pedestrians can still be reported. Repeat offenders engaging in dangerous driving behaviors such as deliberately speeding up or abruptly changing lanes may face fines of NT$6,000 to NT$36,000, a six-month license suspension, and 3 demerit points. The public is encouraged to report dangerous driving through official channels provided by local police stations to maintain road safety and order.
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Reported 12 months ago
A 54-year-old Chinese social media influencer known as 'Bag Brother' was stabbed to death by a bald man while dancing in a park in Jilin. The incident occurred on June 30, with the suspect reportedly feeling discontent after exchanging looks with the victim. The suspect, who was arrested, was said to have been angered by his wife dancing too close to the victim. The tragic event has sparked discussions online about bystander apathy and the need for intervention in such situations.
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Reported 12 months ago
The Kuomintang (KMT) Legislative Yuan caucus has proposed an amendment to the Public Official Election and Recall Law, aiming to increase recall thresholds. The Ministry of the Interior (MOI) will convene a public hearing to review the current situation, with the possibility of adding a requirement that the number of recall approval votes must exceed the number of votes the official received during the election to raise the threshold for approval. The MOI emphasized the need to carefully consider the level of social consensus. The proposed amendment also includes a provision that officials who have served for less than a year cannot be subject to recall proposals or petitions. The current law sets thresholds at 1% for proposing a recall and 10% for petition signatures, with a recall passing if the approval votes exceed 25% of the original electorate number.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, the Environmental Protection Agency North District Environmental Management Center, together with the Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office, the Internal Affairs Police Force, and the Taoyuan City Environmental Protection Bureau, formed a task force to crack down on a company that falsely claimed to be recycling plastic under permits from the Taoyuan City Environmental Protection Bureau. The company was found to have illegally disposed of waste plastic mixture instead of recycling them, gaining almost NT$100 million in illegal profits by collaborating with another company. Legal actions have been taken against the individuals and companies involved, with nearly NT$100 million in criminal proceeds set to be confiscated. The case serves as a warning for landowners to be cautious when renting out property to prevent illegal waste disposal activities.
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Reported 12 months ago
Taipei, Taiwan - The Wende Police Station of Neihu Branch in Taipei received a report recently about stolen cables in a warehouse of a new building construction site. After setting up a task force, the police reviewed surveillance cameras around the site and identified a male suspect who meticulously planned the theft by climbing the fence at night to steal the cables. The suspect covered two digits of his license plate with tape to evade detection, but was eventually caught with stolen cables, drugs, and drug paraphernalia at his home in Nangang District. The case has been handed over to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office for investigation. The Neihu Police urge large construction sites to increase security patrols and surveillance camera density to prevent such burglaries, advising the public to report suspicious activities to the police immediately.
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Reported 12 months ago
In an exclusive report on July 2, 2024, at 10:28 PM, police from the second division of the Nanmen Police Station in Chiayi received a report from a post office employee about a man suspected of being scammed into making an abnormal overseas remittance. The police intervened and prevented the man, surnamed Huang, from transferring NT$65,000 to a specified account to receive a package from an online foreign acquaintance claiming to be his future wife. The police helped Huang realize it was a love scam, urging the public to stay vigilant against such schemes and report any suspicious requests for money transfers for crime prevention and financial safety.
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Reported 12 months ago
Seasoned musician, Hsu Chang-de shared his thoughts on the winners of the 35th Golden Melody Awards, mentioning that many industry insiders also expressed not recognizing the awardees. He emphasized on the importance of widening one's music listening scope thanks to the awards and challenged the notion that popular music must belong to the mainstream. Hsu urged people to listen to music attentively and highlighted the commercial influence on music consumption. Chairman of the awards jury, Chen Tzu-Hung, also emphasized the inclusiveness of the music industry. Overall, they discussed the impact of awards on music recognition and the influence of commercialism on music consumption.
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Reported 12 months ago
台中知名居家品牌Days In Living舉辦一年一度的「日厝生活節-居家五感市集」，活動以「居家五感時光」為主題，包括視覺、聽覺、嗅覺、味覺和心靈感受，吸引眾多民眾前來體驗。市集包含手作糖霜餅乾、手沖咖啡、似顏繪DIY等活動，讓參與者有特別的體驗。參與者紛紛表示第一次參與室內市集，期待每年都能舉辦此活動，品牌主理人也希望透過活動讓大家探索新的居家生活體驗。
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Reported 12 months ago
Pan Ruodi and Kiki were rumored to have marital issues, but Pan and his management denied the rumors, emphasizing that it's not true. Despite speculations fueled by a slip of tongue from a friend referring to Kiki as Pan's 'former wife,' their close circle refuted any claims of divorce. Pan and Kiki, with a 15-year age gap, have been married for 13 years and have a daughter together. Recent observations hint at strained marriage dynamics, although Pan's camp and Pan himself dismissed all divorce rumors, asserting they are baseless.
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Reported 12 months ago
Renowned Hollywood screenwriter Robert Towne, best known for his Oscar-winning original script for 'Chinatown,' has passed away at the age of 89. Towne was a prolific writer in the 70s, contributing to films like 'Shampoo' and 'The Last Detail.' Aside from his work in screenwriting, he also directed several films and was involved in high-profile projects with actors like Tom Cruise. His recent celebration of 'Chinatown's' 50th anniversary was followed by this sad news of his passing, confirmed by his publicist Carri McClure.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, a man surnamed Huang who had recently recovered from COVID-19 went for a walk at the shore of Houlung Beach in Hsinchu County. His car got stuck at the beach, and despite seeing it being engulfed by waves, he went inside to retrieve valuable items and was swept away. Huang's body was later found, showing signs of death. Huang's risky attempt to save his belongings resulted in a tragic outcome, sparking a search and rescue operation by emergency services including coast guard and firefighters.
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Reported 12 months ago
Taiwanese track and field star Yang Chun-han received good news as he secured an Olympic ticket for the 200m event in Paris, coming in 46th overall. This marks his second time challenging the Olympic stage, with hopes of advancing to the finals. Yang previously competed in the men's 100m at the Tokyo Olympics and aims to make a mark in the 200m event in Paris. With the final participant list for Paris Olympics set to be announced on July 7, Yang Chun-han is likely to make it to the Olympics for the second time, joining other Taiwanese athletes who have already qualified.
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Reported 12 months ago
Amid increasing temperatures, Minister of Labor, Hsu Pei-Shan attended the event commemorating the implementation of the Occupational Safety and Health Act and the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration on July 3. With high temperatures affecting 16 counties and cities, including Taipei where the heat index soared to 44 degrees, concerns are raised about the feasibility of implementing heat leave. Minister Hsu emphasized the recent reinforcement of heat inspections, especially in construction sites where many workers are struggling due to the heat. She urged companies to value and protect their workers, collaborating with the government to enhance workplace safety measures.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, a Penghu fishing boat, the 'Da Jin Man 88,' was forcibly inspected by two Chinese coast guard ships while operating off the northeastern coast of Kinmen. The boat was then taken to the Chinese Weitou Port. Taiwan's Coast Guard Bureau rushed to the scene for rescue but was blocked by four Chinese patrol boats, leading to a one-hour standoff at sea. Military expert Zhang Jing analyzed the boat's inspection location, indicating it may have entered 'internal waters.' Despite tensions between both sides, the reason behind the incident remains unconfirmed.
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Reported 12 months ago
An exclusive report revealed that during the investigation of a network investment and cryptocurrency scam group by the Yunlin Local Prosecutor's Office, it was found that the group had professional individuals such as lawyers acting as strategists to evade law enforcement. In response, a special task force was formed involving various law enforcement units to investigate. Several professionals including lawyers and legal personnel were arrested and evidence such as phones, computers, bank passbooks, cash, and legal documents were seized. The case involves allegations of organized crime, aggravated fraud, money laundering, and violations of the Lawyers Act, and has been transferred to the Taiwan Yunlin Local Prosecutor's Office for further investigation. The police urge lawyers to uphold legal ethics and not betray investigative secrets or get involved in fraud groups, emphasizing the need to maintain judicial integrity and protect public interests according to the government's anti-fraud strategy.
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Reported 12 months ago
South Korea's government pledges to assist small businesses and the construction sector affected by high interest rates in the latter half of 2024, while revising its economic growth forecast for the year. President Yoon Suk Yeol emphasized the challenges faced by small businesses, announcing a total of 25 trillion won in support measures. The finance ministry anticipates a 2.6% economic growth in 2024, led by exports, particularly in semiconductors. Initiatives include policy loans, extended repayment periods, lower interest rates, and increased financial aid for small businesses.
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Reported 12 months ago
The Alisan Forest Railway section that was previously closed for maintenance (between Shizi Road and the first intersection) has been inspected by the Railway Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and is set to resume operation with a new timetable starting July 6, featuring four daily regular train services. Ticket prices remain unchanged, with the full fare from Chiayi to Alishan still at 600 NTD. Ticket reservations for the period between July 6 and July 16 have opened, offering the same ticket price. Reservations can be made 14 days in advance for Chiayi and Beimen to Alishan tickets, and 3 days in advance for Chiayi to Fenqihu tickets.
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Reported 12 months ago
Nintendo's president, Shuntaro Furukawa, assures that the next generation of Switch will not suffer from shortages to prevent scalpers from taking advantage. The company plans to implement measures to ensure all players can purchase the new Switch when it is released. Amid concerns of scalpers dominating the market, Nintendo aims to increase production capacity and combat scalping activities, promising adequate stock upon launch.
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