Reported 9 months ago
A netizen shared on PTT that dressing in formal attire such as a suit can enhance one's appearance and physique, receiving praises from colleagues and friends. The post sparked discussions among netizens, with some agreeing that only slim individuals look good regardless of the attire, while others believe it depends on facial features and body shape. The debate continued with varying opinions on the impact of wearing formal attire in the workplace versus casual wear during holidays. Overall, the discussion highlighted how dressing influences perception and attractiveness based on different preferences and body types.
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Reported 9 months ago
A pet store in Neihu District, Taipei, experienced a tragedy in May where the owner committed suicide at the store front due to financial pressures caused by delays in opening for business. The incident stemmed from a dispute with a second-floor neighbor who refused to sign an agreement to allow repairs, despite the pet store owner having funded renovations for the neighbor. The neighbor countered the claims made in the media, stating that they were not forced to sign the agreement and emphasizing the need for mutual respect. A construction worker shared that compromising and coordinating in advance is essential to prevent rumors and closures, revealing the negative impact on residents and workers due to the situation.
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Reported 9 months ago
During a lifting operation in front of the Luodong Yonghe Temple in Yilan, Taiwan, on June 27, 2024, a high-tension nylon strap being used for lifting a Bodhisattva statue appeared to break from the weight, causing the statue to fall and break into two pieces. Suggestions to change to an iron chain were ignored, resulting in the accident. The temple is working with insurance for compensation, and a new statue is being made to replace the damaged one.
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Reported 9 months ago
On the evenings of June 24 and 25, North Korea released over 350 and 250 trash balloons respectively, and on the night of June 26, more balloons were observed drifting south from North Korea towards the northern part of Gyeonggi Province with the northwest wind. These balloons, carrying paper scraps and other trash, have been released seven times over the past month, believed to be a protest against North Korea by sending anti-North Korean leaflets to defector groups within South Korea's borders. South Korea has responded by resuming border broadcasts and shooting training after 7 years, with the military conducting live-fire exercises near the Northern Limit Line.
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Reported 9 months ago
Blue Bear, a K-pop group, released a new song 'Summer Exclusive' after training in Korea for over 120 days. The members, who have never been in relationships, interpret the song through their 'imaginations' of future love dates. They even tried speaking cheesy pick-up lines and confessing to fans, with member Cai Zhen being labeled as a 'cheesy lines' expert. As they gear up for their debut, the group is filming their MV, improving Korean language skills, and preparing for a reality show planned by SBS Medianet. Members are also planning a birthday celebration for Nico with each contributing in their own way. Nico's birthday wish is for everyone to be happy, healthy, and not gain weight. K-indexed media.Visit the original article to read more: [CTWANT](CTWANT article link)
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Reported 9 months ago
President Lai Qingde attended his first military graduation ceremony at the National Defense University after taking office, expressing support for defense reform and urging against formalism. Unlike his previous speech where he emphasized the notion that Taiwan and China do not belong to one another, this time, President Lai did not even mention the Republic of China. Lai encouraged the graduating students with gestures of love, bowed to the founder of the nation, and stressed the importance of defending democracy.
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Reported 9 months ago
In a shocking incident on June 27, 2024, in a pet store in Neihu, it was reported that the owner committed suicide inside the shop due to immense pressure from rent, salaries, and chronic illnesses. The pet store had been unable to operate smoothly for the past month due to losing contact with the tenant on the second floor. The daughter of the owner, writing on social media Threads, shared about her father's struggles and decision to continue the business without compromising with the upstairs neighbour. The daughter also expressed gratitude for the support received and pledged to take care of the business and family, not wanting to disappoint her father.
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Reported 9 months ago
On June 27, 2024, at 2:15 AM, in Kaohsiung, a trailer driver had difficulty making a turn at an intersection, continuously reversing and moving forward to adjust the angle. Surprisingly, during the maneuver, he failed to notice a parked car by the roadside, causing three consecutive collisions before stopping. The small car that was hit was illegally parked at a corner with a red line. Both parties were at fault, and the police were called to the scene to handle the situation. Drive carefully and maintain a safe distance, as highlighted by SET News.
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Reported 9 months ago
台南一名騎士去年因聽到車禍聲回頭看而被指控肇逃，但法官最終裁定無罪。雖然他在路口未確實注意路況，但無法證明他有肇逃意圖。過失傷害罪也因雙方調解而不受理。
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Reported 9 months ago
A terrifying shark attack incident occurred in Oklahoma, United States on June 27, 2024, where a 19-year-old college student, Damiana Humphrey, and her family were vacationing at a beach in Texas. After being bitten on the left hand by a bull shark while swimming, she bravely fought back by punching the shark in the face, successfully escaping its attack. However, the incident left her with four severed tendons in her hand, causing deep bite marks. Despite uncertainty about her hand's recovery, she remains optimistic and grateful for saving her other limbs and life.
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Reported 9 months ago
Carrefour launched a new service of providing free pan-fried steaks for customers at specific times during the day, in addition to their existing 'noodle cooking' service for a small fee. The service, available at certain Carrefour locations, has received high praise and excitement from customers for its delicious results and convenience. The news spread quickly on social media, with many expressing their enthusiasm and hunger for the savory steaks accompanied by vegetables.
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Reported 9 months ago
A 60-year-old man surnamed Gao from Shulin District, New Taipei City, attacked his neighbors with knives on New Year's Eve last year because he found their gathering to be too noisy. As a result, a family of four was severely injured, with one of them even on the brink of death. The Supreme Court considered Gao's long-term accumulated stress as a reason for leniency, sentencing him to 4 years and 10 months in prison for four counts of attempted murder. Gao had reported himself after the incident and has since compensated the victims with 1.2 million New Taiwan Dollars. The ruling was finalized after the Supreme Court rejected the prosecutor's appeal.
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Reported 9 months ago
Taylor Swift's concerts across Europe, including Stockholm, are seen as potential economic boosts post-recession. However, the impact on local economies is minimal and temporary, with research suggesting that such events mostly lead to substitution spending rather than genuine economic growth. Despite expectations of substantial gains, the actual financial benefits of Swift's tours appear to be limited, with most income flowing back to the United States and having little effect on overall economic performance in European countries.
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Reported 9 months ago
On June 27, 2024, at 2:14 am, a tragic incident occurred at a recycling plant in Taichung, where the boss's wife was killed by an excavator bucket due to mishandling. The 64-year-old woman suffered a fatal skull fracture as the 42-year-old operator accidentally struck her. The operator, accused of negligence, was not a novice and claimed it was an accident. The case is being investigated for involuntary manslaughter. This serves as a reminder to always be cautious while operating any machinery.
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Reported 9 months ago
A report by Oliver Wyman predicts that the global market for carbon dioxide (CO2) removal credits could grow from $2.7 billion in 2023 to as much as $100 billion per year between 2030 and 2035, if current barriers are addressed. The increased demand for carbon removal credits comes from various sectors, but more efforts are needed to drive the necessary scale of projects. The report suggests that establishing agreed standards and guidance on the use of removals can help boost the market, which has seen $32 billion invested globally in CO2 removal projects to date.
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Reported 9 months ago
On June 27, 1962, Tony Leung was born in Hong Kong. Known as the most iconic international superstar for Chinese audiences, Leung has been the dream actor of renowned directors and an irreplaceable idol in the hearts of fans. Directors like Ang Lee have praised him as a dream actor, mentioning the depth in his eyes and soul that transcends mere acting. Celebrating his 62nd birthday, let's look back at Leung's must-watch classic films from his peak period of 'peak looks'. From his early work in the '80s to recent collaborations with new directors and actors, Leung's career has left a lasting impact in the film industry.
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Reported 9 months ago
After the five National Assembly Reform Laws came into effect, the blue and white camps are targeting the superthinking egg controversy, planning to establish an investigative team to exercise investigative powers. The Minister of Agriculture, Chen Junji, mentioned that if there are scandals in the government, investigations will be conducted by investigative units. Meanwhile, Premier Zuo Rongtai stated in the morning cabinet meeting that they will submit a constitutional interpretation and temporary disposition to the Constitutional Court. The Executive Yuan announced its plan to follow up on requesting a constitutional interpretation together with the Presidential Palace Inspection Yuan DPP Legislative Yuan Caucus.
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Reported 9 months ago
Allegations of Taiwan's representative to the U.S., You Chin-Lung, misusing public funds continue as Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung personally explained the numbers, emphasizing that nearly 8 million NT was incorrect. The expenditure for the first half of the year at the U.S. embassy and residence totaled around 350,000 USD, with deductions for backup generators and hardware facilities amounting to 280,000 USD. Other items disbursed include 70,000 USD for the representative office and residence. Lin stated that the reported cost for a sofa was not over 900,000 NT but around 600,000 NT and the total procurement for the office and residence in the first half of the year was approximately 2.5 million NT. Regarding the rumored Cadillac car swap request by You, Lin clarified that it was a request for an official vehicle, not a personal one, and it was not approved in the end. Opposition lawmakers questioned why the list of items purchased using public funds by You was marked as classified with a decryption date set for December 31, 2025, prompting concerns about diplomatic secrecy. The Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee of the Legislative Yuan requested You to explain in writing about the use of public funds and whether overseas personnel faced inappropriate treatment within two weeks. Lin reassured that he has preliminary clarification with You and will not suspend him for investigation at this point, as matters of foreign missions fall under the President's jurisdiction who reports to the government. The news site also reported on accusations of lavish spending by You, with the Blue Party criticizing the hurried layout of the U.S. administration due to the lack of experience in dealing with the U.S.
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Reported 9 months ago
On June 27, 2024, at 2:12 a.m., the 26th Taipei Film Festival welcomed Lin Bo-Hong as this year's ambassador and his new film 'Nightmare of Love' premiered worldwide. Directed by Liao Ming-Yi, the film explores relationships with three different types of women, with Lin Bo-Hong expressing a preference for a 'soulmate' type. The movie, shot entirely using iPhones, garnered four nominations at the Taipei Film Awards. Lin Bo-Hong, who plays the lead, shared insights about the film's intimate scenes and personal experiences with infidelity.
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Reported 9 months ago
In a cinema located in a bustling area of Taichung, college student Li Hao, who came here to study, found himself sitting next to a strange girl in a vintage white dress during a late-night movie. However, her face seemed to be covered in a blur, making it hard to see clearly. Despite Li's attempts to talk to her, she remained silent as if she hadn't heard him. Feeling uneasy, Li decided to leave, but as the girl suddenly turned her head towards him, a chilling gaze filled with a silent plea shocked him. Fleeing the cinema in fear, the encounter left him with a sense of dread every time he passed by the theater, reminding him of a supernatural presence he encountered that night. (Story adapted, not overly superstitious).
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Reported 9 months ago
Master Shi Kuanxian spent 8 years creating a documentary film about his father, the renowned artist Yang Yingfeng, who passed away 20 years ago. The film 'My Father, Yingfeng' follows the journey of finding a legendary statue called 'Dragon Horse' discovered on Yangmingshan, ultimately linking it to 'Guardian Beasts' sculptures on Dongshi Bridge, all masterpieces by Yang Yingfeng. The film showcases the artist's passion for Buddhism and how it influenced his daughter, leading her to embrace Buddhism after his death. 'My Father, Yingfeng' will be released in Taiwan on August 2nd.
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Reported 9 months ago
Actor Bourne held three 'interesting lectures on triple standards' in March 2022, earning a total of 22.8 million. Taipei Taxation Department fined Satel Entertainment over 260K entertainment tax. Satel argued the events were lectures, but Taipei High Administrative Court ruled them as comedic performances. Satel, awaiting the verdict, plans to discuss next steps with their lawyer.
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Reported 9 months ago
On June 27, 2024, the Taiwan stock market closed with the weighted index at 22,905.98 points, a decrease of 80.71 points, or 0.35%. Despite opening lower and reaching a low of 22,765.16 points in the morning, the market narrowed its losses and closed slightly down. Notable performance sectors included home living, glass, other electronics, textiles, and cement, while information services, leisure, computer peripherals, green energy, and trade & retail showed weakness. TSMC closed unchanged at 960 yuan, while Hon Hai rose by 2.5 points to 212.5 yuan. MediaTek fell by 10 points to 1395 yuan, and Largan Precision dropped by 30 points to 2710 yuan. Delta Electronics rose by 1.5 points to 386.5 yuan, and UMC fell slightly to 56.4 yuan. Total market turnover reached 441.53 billion yuan.
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Reported 9 months ago
The owner of a pet store in Inner Lake, a 47-year-old man with the surname Dang, passed away, leaving his eldest daughter Doris to assert that she will continue to run the pet store. Due to a dispute with second-floor residents, the store was unable to obtain a business registration, leading to the unfortunate outcome. Doris expressed her determination to fulfill her father's wishes and criticized the second-floor residents for their lack of integrity in not keeping their promises and causing distress to her family. The deceased man was known for his love for animals and had been caring for many stray cats and dogs in the store.
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Reported 9 months ago
According to SET News, on June 27, 2024, Taipei City Councilor Yu Beichen used the analogy of temple oracles to describe the interpretation by grand justices of the constitution. He emphasized the importance of chanting scriptures by monks to exorcise demons and ghosts. Yu Beichen believes that just as high-ranking monks are needed to interpret scriptures in temples, grand justices play a similar role with regard to the constitution, providing insights when doubts arise. He warns against undermining the constitution by discrediting those who interpret it, likening it to allowing demons to prevail by preventing the chanting of scriptures. Yu Beichen asserts that the constitution gains its essence from the involvement of grand justices.
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