Reported 12 months ago
台南市東區、南區及中西區局部區域今天中午停電，台電初步判定是開關箱熔絲座故障，導致1290戶停電，正在進行修復送電。停電影響範圍包括南區大同路二段、東區大同路一段、榮譽街、大同路二段及中西區西門路一段，台電已積極搶修中。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The Songshan Police recently cracked down on 2 large-scale underground casinos in Taipei City, uncovering a Texas Hold'em professional casino on Fuxing North Road through a search warrant on June 11, arresting the operators and seizing over NT$30 million in funds, surveillance equipment, and gambling tools. Later, on June 26, they found a baccarat casino in a residential property on Keelung Road Section 1, arresting the operators and seizing nearly NT$25 million in chips and gambling tools. The police warned about the negative impact of gambling on individuals, families, and society, vowing to continue combating illegal casinos to maintain public security.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Economic Affairs Minister Guo Zhihui visited the U.S. and pointed out that while 9 counties in Taiwan are seeking investments from AI companies, no one wants to build power plants, including nuclear, solar, wind, and thermal power. Guo emphasized the need for cooperation to ensure Taiwan Power Company can generate enough electricity to support the energy demands of these AI facilities. He encouraged local governments to support the investment of AI companies and assist in successful power generation.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The KMT legislative caucus is promoting a bill to extend nuclear power, which will be reviewed next week. Minister of Economic Affairs Guo Zhihui stated that the Ministry of Economic Affairs is the executing unit, so whatever is passed by the Legislative Yuan will be executed. Amid concerns over a potential power shortage following the shutdown of the first reactor at the Nuclear Plant No. 3, the KMT is advocating for the extension of nuclear power. Guo emphasized respecting the Legislative Yuan’s decision and reiterated that the ministry will execute confirmed matters according to the law.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, during the Academia Sinica Academician Conference, Professor Kong Xiangzhong, Bill Gates Lecturer in Computer Science and Electronic Engineering at Harvard University, delivered a keynote speech titled 'Embracing Generative AI.' Despite the global AI wave leading to a phenomenon of 'STEM popular, humanities cold' in Taiwan, Kong holds the opposite view, emphasizing the importance of talents in the humanities field in the AI era, stating that they can make AI safer. He warned about the risks of AI lacking democratic and free values, potentially leading society and culture in dangerous directions unnoticed. Kong highlighted the need for Taiwan to develop and maintain GenAl (Generative AI) models aligned with Taiwan's democratic values to influence the Chinese community and even globally, emphasizing the essential role of humanities talents in ensuring the safety and wisdom of AI.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The Environmental Protection Administration, Taipei City Government, and Nango Market jointly launched a market plastic reduction initiative, connecting 31 markets in 22 counties and cities nationwide to reduce approximately 45 million plastic shopping bags. The administration advises bringing reusable bags while shopping, minimizing plastic bag use by combining vegetables and fruits, and avoiding taking bags at every stall. However, environmentalists suggest that instead of encouraging trial programs, mandatory restrictions should be enforced in markets to effectively reduce plastic usage.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The Environmental Protection Administration has launched a campaign in collaboration with 47 markets across 22 counties and cities nationwide to reduce the use of plastic bags. By encouraging the public to bring their own reusable bags, this initiative aims to reduce approximately 0.65 billion plastic shopping bags this year. This effort is part of a long-term strategy to minimize plastic waste generation and promote sustainable shopping practices.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The new film 'The Way of a Genius', featuring actors Chen Bo-lin, Zhang Rongrong, and Wang Jing, presents relatable stories of ghosts struggling with their identities. After its mysterious premiere at the Taipei Film Festival, a unique 'No Effort Needed Screening' event will allow students with failing grades and unemployed individuals to watch the film for free in select theaters across Taiwan. Directed by Xu Han-qiang, the film delves into themes of societal expectations and personal validation, resonating with audiences of all ages. 'The Way of a Genius' will be released in theaters on August 7.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Allegations made by DPP legislator Lin Shufen that certain hospitals in southern Taiwan were offering priority hospital bed arrangements for a registration fee of NT$6,000 have been refuted by the health bureaus in Tainan and Kaohsiung. Concerns were raised about the public healthcare system shrinking as private pay-to-play systems grow. The Tainan City Health Bureau clarified that the highest registration fee in the city was NT$2,000 at a certain hospital, while Kaohsiung's Health Bureau confirmed that most city hospitals did not increase registration fees and cracked down on any illegal practices. Various hospitals in Kaohsiung were described as providing additional services for higher fees, such as specific appointment times and assistance with medication. The situation has sparked public outrage and heightened fears of healthcare inequality.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
SF9路雲主演古裝韓劇《朝鮮婚姻大作戰》講述漢陽狀元沈炡㥥（路雲飾）被迫禁慾八年的故事。離開團體後首次演出的路雲表示有貪念想做更好的演員，劇中增胖賣萌，與趙怡賢演出禁戀戲碼。劇情訴說一連串笑料百出的結婚大作戰，並展現不一樣的男主角形象。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
藝人余祥銓為了要陪女兒更久一點，從80公斤減重至69公斤，檢查出3顆大腸腺瘤後，為女兒買好各種保險，每年要支付30萬保費。他過去挥霍不计通告费，如今在乎存款，工作也因女兒倍增。家人注意他不要太辛苦，讚许他照顾家庭的改变，回忆起小时候被父亲「重女輕男」，现对女儿极为宠爱。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
A female netizen revealed that her ex-boyfriend was a fast shooter, ending in 60 seconds throughout their 3-year relationship and even brainwashing her into thinking 'this is normal speed,' causing a shadow over her subsequent relationships. The post sparked discussions and attracted numerous victims to respond, with one netizen sharing that out of 8 boyfriends her friend dated, 3 had issues. The article delves into the importance of sexual compatibility in relationships and the impact of past experiences on future intimacy, as well as the ideal duration for lovemaking according to sex expert Hsu Lanfang.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
During a swim to beat the heat on July 2, 2024, a high school student in Taoyuan was injured by a broken and sharp tile at the municipal swimming pool, requiring 2 stitches on their ankle. The incident led to accusations against the management for not promptly repairing the tiles, despite their assurance of using temporary fixes. The municipal pool, in operation for over 30 years and the only outdoor standard swimming competition venue in Taoyuan, faces concerns about safety due to deteriorating equipment. Calls for budget allocation for renovations to address the underlying issues are being emphasized by city officials and the public.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
A family who frequently used lard in their cooking led to 2-3 members suffering from strokes and even a 10-year-old child developing high blood pressure. Expert Tam Dun-ci, known as the 'Toxic Mother', shared tips on choosing cooking oils and advised against consuming lard due to its high saturated fat content, which can raise bad cholesterol levels. She recommended oils high in monounsaturated fatty acids like tea seed oil, olive oil, and rapeseed oil to improve good cholesterol levels in the body.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
As of July 2, 2024, Sweden has expanded its parental leave benefits to include grandparents. Under the new policy, parents of newborns can transfer up to 45 days of parental leave to both sets of grandparents, or 90 days for single-parent families. Previously, parents could already enjoy 480 days of paid parental leave, with 390 days paid at around 80% of their original salary and the remaining 90 days receiving a daily subsidy of approximately 180 kronor (about 552 New Taiwan dollars). This new law allows grandparents to also benefit from these subsidies when caring for grandchildren, offering financial security and creating more caregiving opportunities in Sweden, a country known for its exemplary parenting welfare system.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The surveillance case involving a veteran mainland Chinese journalist has escalated, with tensions rising between political talk show host Liu Baojie and Green Party lawmaker Shen Boyang. Deputy Minister of the Mainland Affairs Council Liang Wenjie stated in a radio interview that the Council has not been able to identify the informant, as everyone has denied involvement, making the investigation difficult. The situation echoes past tactics used against CTiTV, aiming to suppress dissenting voices and control media criticism of the government.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Amid the egg shortage in Taiwan in 2022 and 2023, controversy arose around the importation of eggs, with a company called Liangcai importing over 50 million eggs from Brazil and Japan with unclear ties to Chosery. This led to a parliamentary inquiry where officials promised a thorough investigation and reforms in egg import policies. The issue highlighted concerns of improper dealings and potential profiteering, with calls for stricter monitoring and evaluation of business partnerships in government dealings.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
A 74-year-old unlicensed driver surnamed Xiao violently collided with sisters surnamed Chen in Changhua, leaving the two sisters still in the hospital relying on life support. In the past five years, there have been over 40,000 unlicensed driving accidents annually in Taiwan, leading to around 70,000 deaths and injuries, surpassing the harm caused by drunk driving and exceeding a societal cost of over tens of billions of NTD. Democratic Progressive Party lawmaker Lin Yueqin stressed the need to impose criminal penalties on unlicensed drivers similar to Japan and the US, with a maximum prison sentence of up to 3 years, vehicle confiscation, license suspension, and penalties for passengers. Despite an increase in fines last year, Lin believes that there are still shortcomings in deterring unlicensed driving, allowing them to remain a potential hazard on the roads.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Actress Li Yitong, known for her role as Huang Rong in 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes,' was recently filmed with a giant centipede climbing on her during the filming of the ancient costume drama 'Book of Dreams.' Despite fans warning her about the centipede, she remained unaware and even joked with her co-star. The incident, which was caught on camera and shared on social media, shocked viewers and went viral. After the centipede was eventually found and removed, Li Yitong expressed her gratitude to fans for the warning and revealed she had ordered a bug repellent device. Fans were terrified by the close encounter, commenting on how chilling the incident was even to watch and praising Li Yitong for staying calm despite not noticing the centipede.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, at 1:20 am, a flight from Madrid to Uruguay operated by Air Europa was forced to make an emergency landing in Brazil due to severe turbulence, resulting in 30 injured passengers. The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft experienced the turbulence, causing unsecured passengers to hit the ceiling and sustain injuries. The injured passengers are currently receiving treatment at Natal Airport in Brazil. The airline has dispatched another plane to transport the passengers to their destination.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Around 12:06 PM today, Tainan experienced an unexpected power outage affecting a large residential area with around 1290 households due to a fuse seat malfunction in a switchbox. Taipower immediately dispatched staff for repairs and restored power by 1:03 PM. Similar incidents of power outages have occurred in other regions recently, with causes ranging from accidents to increased electrical usage during holidays and even squirrel-related incidents.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
In order to address the labor shortage in certain industries post-epidemic, the Labor Department has been promoting the 'Post-Epidemic Improvement Scheme for Labor Shortage and Employment Expansion' since April 27 last year, providing job incentives to encourage job seekers to enter relevant industries. The Taoyuan, Hsinchu, and Miaoli branches of the Labor Development Bureau have successfully facilitated the matching of over 6,650 job seekers with vacancies in the hospitality, food service, and aviation industries, with successful examples like 'Ah Ling' who was able to re-enter the workforce and improve her economic situation by taking advantage of the incentives provided.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Reported by Yang Yayun for SET News on July 2, 2024, the upcoming Korean drama 'Korean Marriage Battle' starring Lu Yun and Chao Yixian tells the story of Shen Jingxun (played by Lu Yun), the youngest Jinshi in Hanyang, who becomes a widower on his wedding day and is forced to live as a single man for eight years, struggling with blocked career prospects and enforced abstinence. Lu Yun reveals his strong desire to conquer this interesting historical drama despite his lack of experience in the genre. The drama marks Lu Yun's first work post his departure from SF9, citing a desire to excel in the acting profession as his motivation for leaving the group.
Source: COM
Reported 12 months ago
A man surnamed Huang, aged 55, in Nantou County shocked society with an unusual case of cannabis cultivation. Despite having no agricultural background, Huang successfully cultivated 'dwarf cannabis' in a rental house in Nantou through self-study and online resources, and engaged in large-scale sales for profit. The police, after a meticulous investigation, seized cannabis plants and related evidence worth over 12 million yuan last month. Huang, lacking an agriculture background, pursued this illegal activity for the lucrative gains, utilizing a unique strain of cannabis that allowed for shorter growth periods and increased profits, leading to an estimated 120 million yuan of seized cannabis. Huang admitted to his crimes and was released on bail pending trial for drug offenses.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
During the reality show 'I'm Gabriel', featuring Park Bo-gum and other celebrities experiencing life in a foreign country, Park Bo-gum, portraying the leader of an a cappella group in Ireland, shed tears four times even before the three-day journey ended. Park Bo-gum's struggles with language barrier, showcasing bravery in challenging all-English communication for a refund, garnered praise from viewers and hosts alike. Meanwhile, fellow comedian Park Myung-soo had a comical experience in Thailand, unexpectedly becoming a vendor selling green papaya salad, leading to humorous situations like sleeping on a couch in extreme heat and being compared to a fried fish on a table by the hosts.
Source: YAHOO