Reported 12 months ago
Two Chinese executives from medical equipment companies were kidnapped in the Philippines during a business trip, despite their families paying a large ransom. The victims, a marketing director and a cardiovascular medical device dealer, were found murdered even after the ransom was paid. The incident has sparked international attention, and investigations are ongoing. Similar cases have previously occurred in Manila, prompting discussions between China and the Philippines to enhance law enforcement cooperation to combat cross-border crimes and protect their citizens.
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Reported 12 months ago
FTNN News, July 1, 2024, 11:35 PM - Fubon Taiwan Technology Optimal Dividend (00929) announced a reduced dividend of NT$0.18 per share compared to NT$0.2 in the previous quarter, resulting in a 1.1% drop in stock price to NT$20.68, with a high trading volume of 190,000 shares. In contrast, Shin Kong Growth Dividend (00934) announced a dividend of NT$0.33 per share, leading to a dividend yield of 19.2% annually, causing the stock price to rise by 2% to NT$20.73, with a trading volume of about 178,000 shares. Despite the drop in 00929 stock price, there are still 30,000 orders waiting to buy, while 00934 sets a new record for the highest ETF annual dividend yield. Investors are reminded to independently assess and bear investment risks.
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Reported 12 months ago
A man was arrested in Indianapolis after breaking into a home and raping a mother and her 12-year-old daughter, while recording the assault on his phone. The disturbing incident occurred on the west side of the city, leading to the man's apprehension by authorities.
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Reported 12 months ago
Recently in Erlun Township, Yunlin County, an elderly woman surnamed Hong who works odd jobs accidentally threw away her hard-earned savings of 30,000 NT dollars hidden in the mattress layer. Upon realizing the mistake, her family immediately reported to the police, and with the assistance of officers and the cleaning team, they successfully found the mattress in the vast garbage pile, reclaiming the lost money for the woman. The police officer involved, Zhong Kunlin, was praised for his dedication and responsible work attitude.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, Taiwan's Securities Exchange announced the average salaries of full-time employees not in executive positions for 2023, highlighting a competitive pay scale with six companies surpassing NT$3 million. MediaTek retained its top position for three consecutive years with an average salary of NT$3.754 million. Notably, the real estate sales leader Aisanlin ranked third at NT$3.659 million, touted to be more profitable than the semiconductor sector, while TSMC ranked seventh with NT$2.842 million. The report indicated a strong presence of tech companies in the top slots, with Aisanlin and Hota Motor as notable non-tech entries.
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Reported 12 months ago
立法院將審議《公職人員選舉罷免法》修正草案，藍委提案引起不同意見，黃國昌表示民眾黨反對調整罷免門檻，但要求連署過程更嚴謹以保障人民憲法的罷免權。他指出罷免制度被濫用，造成政治攻擊和社會對立，因此提出修正動議，主張不改變罷免門檻，但加強連署程序規定。
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner encountered terrifying turbulence on an Air Europa flight from Madrid, Spain, to Montevideo, Uruguay, resulting in an emergency landing in Natal, Brazil, with about 40 passengers injured. Footage from the incident showed a passenger being ejected into the overhead luggage bin, along with accounts of other passengers detailing the chaos and fear onboard the flight. The airline arranged for a replacement flight to transport the passengers to their destination while the affected plane remained grounded for inspection in Natal.
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Reported 12 months ago
President Biden criticized the US Supreme Court's decision granting former President Trump partial immunity from criminal prosecution, calling it a dangerous precedent. The ruling allows Trump to avoid appearing in court before the end of the year regarding the Capitol riot case. Trump responded on social media, praising the decision as a victory for the Constitution and democracy. Biden warned voters that allowing Trump to reclaim the presidency could lead to unrestrained actions. The Supreme Court's ruling was seen as a significant shift in legal precedent by Biden, who emphasized the importance of equality before the law for all individuals, including presidents, and urged Americans to consider the implications of Trump's possible return to power.
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Reported 12 months ago
President Lai Ching-te will decide on delivering the State of the Nation Address in Parliament after the constitutional interpretation on parliamentary reform bills is clarified, advising opposition parties against hasty actions. However, the People Party announced plans on the 12th to propose a motion inviting President Lai to address the nation in Parliament, to be handled by the parliament. The People Party also made resolutions regarding parliamentary reform, inviting Lai to assist in fulfilling pre-election promises, and presenting their own version of the recall law amendment, opposing the raising of the recall threshold while emphasizing the importance of rigorous petition procedures.
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Reported 12 months ago
In Taipei, on July 1, 2024, at 11:33 PM, the Taipei District Prosecutor's Office revealed that in an incident where ten men in black vandalized a police station, then-Vice Chief Yan Min-sen and three other officers concealed the incident by marking 'no abnormalities' in the police work records. They were later prosecuted for forgery, but due to their admission of guilt, they were granted deferred prosecution with the condition of fines. Another officer was also granted deferred prosecution for deleting surveillance footage. Initially, the officers were accused of falsifying reports, but further investigation revealed no malicious intent, leading to no prosecution.
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Reported 12 months ago
林口文化路的麥當勞進行整修後，座位區減少明顯，1樓座位少6成，總座位從90個減為83個，減少8%，猜測可能與缺工有關。青年失業率高達11.33%，專家指出畢業新鮮人偏好高薪金融科技工作，餐飲業面臨缺工問題。速食店調整座位配置，讓消費者看法不一。
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Reported 12 months ago
A woman recently visited a Saria restaurant in Taoyuan City where hot oil from grilled snail dish splattered on her face, causing her to seek emergency treatment and medical care for damaged cornea. She accused the restaurant of being indifferent in handling the situation, prompting Saria to respond. The incident left her worried about potential long-term consequences on her eye, with the restaurant facing criticism for their response and compensation promises. The woman's story went viral on social media, leading to ongoing discussions and updates from Saria regarding the incident.
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Reported 12 months ago
Huang Kuo-chang, the convener of the people's party caucus, stated today (July 1, 2024) that a proposal will be made to invite Lai Ching-te to the Legislative Yuan for a national report on July 12. The amendment to the Legislative Yuan’s exercise of powers law has caused division between the ruling and opposition parties. Despite previous reservations from the Presidential Office about the necessity for the President to report to the Legislative Yuan, Huang Kuo-chang emphasized the legal obligation for Lai Ching-te to address the legislature according to the Constitution and Legislative Yuan’s laws.
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Reported 12 months ago
A woman in a pink dress and barefoot caused a scene at the CHARLES & KEITH store in Taipei 101, appearing to only speak Thai and displaying aggressive behavior. Police intervened and forcibly sent her for medical treatment. Rumors circulated online that she was Taiwanese, not Thai, prompting police to respond. Witnesses described her outburst, causing damage to the store and potentially attacking staff. Police mentioned difficulty in confirming her identity due to lack of identification documents. The incident sparked discussion online, with conflicting claims about her nationality.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, Lin BoHong collaborated with Xie XinYing once again after 'Monster,' this time showcasing a passionate bed scene where Xie XinYing boldly reveals her bare back in a 'woman on top' position, causing a blush-worthy moment. During the filming, she moved 'too fast' while shooting the action scenes, leading the director to ask her to slow down, resulting in laughter on set. The film, 'Love Nightmare,' directed by Liao Ming-Yi and starring Lin BoHong and Xie XinYing, will be released nationwide on July 12th.
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Reported 12 months ago
Premier Su Tseng-chang (Zhao Rong-tai) mentioned during a legislative session that with the upcoming US presidential election, Taiwan hopes for a smooth process and the election of a president supported by the American people to contribute more to global peace. He emphasized Taiwan's sovereignty as an independent country and the importance of maintaining the status quo and achieving peaceful development across the Taiwan Strait and in the Indo-Pacific region. The focus is on how the US election results will influence Taiwan and cross-strait relations.
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Reported 12 months ago
In an exclusive report, on July 1, 2024, at 11:32 PM, journalist Zhang Xiang Yu reported that orienteering is one of the competition events for the 2025 'Taipei World Senior Games.' Taipei Metro Company, Taipei Sports Association, and the Chinese Taipei Orienteering Association organized the 'Exploring Taipei - Orienteering' event at Children's New Paradise, Taipei Dome, and Maokong Gondola. Participants of all ages can join this activity where they must find various checkpoints with flags using maps and compasses in the shortest time possible. The event aims to introduce orienteering to the public and create a fun experience. The first race was held at Children's New Paradise, and the young participants, including some invited from charitable organizations, eagerly embraced the challenge, showcasing excitement and confidence. After the event, Taipei Metro Company gave out tickets for various attractions, encouraging the children to explore more. Upcoming races will be held at different Taipei landmarks, offering unique challenges to the participants. For more information, interested individuals can visit the event website and are welcome to participate.
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Reported 12 months ago
On June 1, 2024, a kind-hearted citizen alerted police about an elderly man found sitting alone in a pavilion near Xiaoguanyin Parking Lot on Yangmingshan mountain in Taipei. Concerned about the man's well-being due to sudden weather changes, the police brought him back to the station for rest. With a senior citizen card found on him, the police managed to contact his family, who revealed that the man had memory issues and often confused current situations with past memories. The family expressed gratitude for the police's assistance in locating him. Beitou Police Station advises keeping track of elderly family members wherever they go, either outdoors or at home, and providing them with identifiable items for quick contact in case they go missing.
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Reported 12 months ago
The Kuomintang and People First Party's promotion of the 'Legislative Yuan Powers Exercise Act' has raised concerns about expansion of powers, leading the Kuomintang caucus to consider establishing a 'Mirror TV Licensing and Subsequent Malfeasance Controversies' investigation task force. Premier Zhuo Rongtai hopes that during this period when constitutional interpretations and temporary disposition requests are being made, no one, including organizations, should pressure the Grand Justices. The task force plans to invite private individuals to testify at the Legislative Yuan and Zhuo Rongtai emphasizes the importance of letting the Grand Justices make correct judgments at the most appropriate and reasonable time.
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Reported 12 months ago
American University history professor Allan Lichtman, who accurately predicted 9 out of 10 past U.S. presidential winners, is speaking out against calls for the Democratic Party to change candidates and criticizing media for focusing on Biden's cognitive decline following a disastrous debate performance. Lichtman, known for his '13 keys' system for predicting elections, remains confident that Biden will win in November by evaluating his presidency as a whole rather than based on a single debate performance.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, Chen Zhi-ren reported that the global trend of the 'MBTI personality test' has been replaced by the latest 'South Island Color Psychology Test'. The New Taipei Thirteen Rows Museum will host the '2024 New Taipei South Island Cultural Festival' on July 27 and 28, featuring dance performances, themed experiences, a market with island-style goods, a special exhibition of South Island musical instruments, and the most popular 'South Island small figurine color psychology test'. Come find out your South Island destined personality! The festival aims to showcase the diverse charm of the South Island through dance performances, themed experiences, creative food markets, and South Island musical instrument exhibitions, while also introducing a unique test combining the archaeologically-excavated artifacts from the Thirteen Rows site with a 'South Island small figurine color psychology test'. Participants who complete tasks during the festival will have the chance to win matching mobile phone stands and discover hidden South Island small figurine characters. For more information on the '2024 New Taipei South Island Cultural Festival', please visit the Thirteen Rows official website and fan page.
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Reported 12 months ago
Ariana Grande, the 31-year-old American pop star, recently admitted in an interview that she used to admire serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, sparking controversy and anger from the families of Dahmer's victims. Grande's comments were criticized as irresponsible and disrespectful, with calls for a public apology. Dahmer, notorious for killing and dismembering at least 17 men from 1978 to 1991, was sentenced to life in prison in 1991 and was later killed by a fellow inmate. The families of Dahmer's victims expressed deep hurt and demanded accountability from Grande for her remarks.
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Reported 12 months ago
金秀賢在Instagram上分享的照片與金智媛在台灣活動的照片過於相似，引發熱議。雖未明確解釋刪除照片的原因，網友紛紛猜測可能是為了避免造成誤會。兩人在戲中的CP感也延伸到戲外，讓粉絲期待他們未來的合作。金秀賢即將來台舉辦粉絲見面會，粉絲熱情期待他的演出。
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Reported 12 months ago
Huang Shanshan, Deputy Chief of the Legislative Yuan Party Caucus of the People's Party, denies any intention of running for Keelung Mayor, despite speculations arising from the successful progress of the 'Dismantle Liang' movement aiming to recall the current mayor. The movement has garnered over 36,000 signatures so far. Huang emphasized that Keelung and Taipei are her responsibility areas for service centers establishment, but she clarified that she has no plans to run for public office in Keelung, addressing rumors circulated.
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Reported 12 months ago
During the 'Sisters Who Make Waves 5' show in mainland China, contestant Teresa Cheung tearfully expressed her biggest wish to continue performing on stage without the old injuries caused by a serious car accident she experienced at 17 affecting her health, beauty, and performances. Despite a prognosis of lifelong wheelchair reliance after multiple fractures and injuries, Teresa Cheung made a remarkable recovery in just two years, showcasing immense resilience and determination.
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