Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, the US Supreme Court ruled that former President Trump has a certain level of immunity, with Trump calling it a 'significant victory for our Constitution and democracy.' Current President Biden strongly criticized the decision, stating it sets a 'dangerous precedent' by allowing presidents to bypass the law. The ruling marks the first time the Supreme Court has recognized any form of presidential immunity from prosecution since the founding of the US, with Biden emphasizing the importance of equality before the law and expressing concerns over the erosion of legal limitations on presidential power.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2nd, in the morning, an incident where an elderly woman in her 80s was found floating in the sea near Qianzhen Ferry Terminal in Kaohsiung was reported. The woman, surnamed Yan, had gone for a walk around 8 a.m. but went missing. She was later discovered drowned, and the exact cause awaits further investigation by the police. Her family members expressed shock and grief at the tragic news.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, the late 15-year-old Carlo Acutis from Italy became the first saint of the millennial generation recognized by the Catholic Church, certified by Pope Francis. Acutis, known for his love of playing Super Mario and his charitable acts, passed away from leukemia in 2006. He was born in the UK but moved to Italy with his family. Acutis was devout and involved in the Catholic faith, helping the homeless from a young age. After learning programming, he set up a website to share recognized miracles of Catholic churches worldwide. Following his death, two miracles attributed to him were authenticated by the Church, leading to his canonization as a saint, with a possible date in 2025.
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Reported 12 months ago
Premier Cho Jung-tai stated that when people voted, there was no authorization for the expansion of powers by public opinion agencies, and representatives of public opinion should adhere to the contract between them and the voters. The amendment to the 'Legislative Yuan's Exercise of Powers Act' led by the Blue and White coalition has caused dissatisfaction among many people, leading to calls for the recall of Blue Camp regional legislators. However, the proposed amendment to the 'Recall Law' to raise the recall threshold has not gained support from the DPP and the People First Party currently.
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Reported 12 months ago
A wife vented online on July 1, 2024, about her cheating husband and his mistress renting a place together. After attracting attention, a netizen shared how their mother waited until their children finished high school before divorcing, receiving 2 properties with each of the 3 children getting 8 rooms. The wife debated whether to divorce, seeking opinions on staying in an easy life or leaving with financial responsibilities. Netizens were split, some advising to stay for the financial security, while others suggested independence. Stories of personal experiences were also shared, emphasizing financial independence for women.
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Reported 12 months ago
Local Kaohsiung residents and travelers planning to visit the city will finally witness the new look of Kaohsiung Station after a 15-year wait! Designed by the Dutch architectural team Mecanoo, the 'Kaohsiung New Station' features a beautiful canopy dome and a sky garden spanning over tens of thousands of square meters. In December of this year, we will be able to see this brand-new city landmark! Highlighted by a 6-meter 'cloud canopy', the station offers a spacious and comfortable environment, complemented by a sky garden above the canopy. The station aims to become a vibrant city center with marketplaces, exhibition spaces, and connected pathways to commercial and hotel buildings, marking a significant step towards Kaohsiung's transformation into an international metropolis.
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Reported 12 months ago
Hindenburg Research's 2023 report on the Adani Group caused a significant $153 billion market value drop, but the US short-seller only gained about $4 million from the event, as indicated in its recent statement. The report highlighted fraud allegations against Gautam Adani's business empire, criticizing India's markets regulator. Despite the fallout, Adani Group stocks rose after Hindenburg's disclosures, with Sebi's notice mentioning Kotak Mahindra Bank and Kingdon Capital Management's involvement.
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Reported 12 months ago
In Taipei, five men from various industries invaded a university campus, randomly approaching female students to recruit them as talent for hotel public relations. Despite being found by the North City Police, the court ruled that the men did not disturb the campus order and therefore did not impose penalties. The police plan to appeal this decision to uphold campus order and public morality, considering the men's actions disruptive.
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Reported 12 months ago
Li Yue, known as xigua gege, encountered a plane malfunction while flying back to Taiwan from Hong Kong last weekend, resulting in a 14-hour delay at the airport. After boarding and waiting for over three hours due to engine issues, all passengers were eventually asked to deplane and wait overnight as the flight was canceled. Li Yue expressed his familiarity with Hong Kong Airport after this experience, highlighting the challenges faced by passengers and airline staff during such incidents.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, a 49-year-old man named Du drove a white Mercedes-Benz E200 to the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) in Neihu, honking recklessly before speeding to Ketagalan Boulevard and crashing into the three steel flower beds in front of the Presidential Office of the Republic of China. Police later brought Du in for questioning and referred the case to the prosecutor's office without any comment. Du remained silent throughout the process and had written slogans related to national cognition warfare on his car. No injuries were reported from the incident.
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Reported 12 months ago
Although the Ukraine-Russia conflict may no longer be the top international focus, with continued fighting and missile attacks causing casualties and significant damage to Ukraine's power facilities, Ukrainian women are stepping up to learn how to operate large farm equipment in the absence of male workers who have been called to the frontlines. With the majority of men fighting in the war, there is a historic labor shortage in Ukrainian rural areas, pushing women and mothers to take on the responsibility of operating machinery like harvesters and trucks to support their families. Despite the ongoing challenges, hope remains as European countries pledge financial and military support to Ukraine for reconstruction and reforms, while Russian President Putin expresses discontent and vows to resume production of missiles in response to the West's actions.
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Reported 12 months ago
According to CTi News, on July 2, 2024, at around 9:50 AM, a residential building on Yongji Street in the South District of Tainan City caught fire on the 3rd floor. The Tainan City Fire Department dispatched multiple firefighting teams with a total of 43 personnel and 20 vehicles to the scene. The fire was extinguished around 10:04 AM after no individuals were found trapped or injured inside the building. The exact cause of the fire is under investigation by the fire investigation team. Stay tuned to CTi News for further updates on this incident.
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Reported 12 months ago
FTNN News, July 1, 2024 - Zhang Xiuqing, Fan Yichen, Dai Ailing, Bii, and Zeng Weizhong recently transformed into entertainment directors at the 'Star-studded Singing Concert' in Taitung, Taiwan, heating up the event. Fan Yichen, known as the 'Light of Taitung,' charmed everyone, even having his primary school teacher come to see him, amidst sharing details of an earthquake back in his hometown and appeared at the concert with his parents. Despite facing criticism for a recent conflict at the Legislative Yuan and disappearing without warning, Fan Yichen resurfaced for his hometown event, drawing support from his parents and fans.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, following a 7.6 earthquake on New Year's Day in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, the Noto Peninsula was severely affected, causing massive soil liquefaction in nearby Niigata and Toyama prefectures. Six months after the disaster, due to severe earthquake damage and slow rebuilding progress in the region, over 2,000 people are still stranded in shelters. The cityscape remains desolate, with growing loneliness among elderly residents, prompting the government to establish a special task force to accelerate urban reconstruction efforts.
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Reported 12 months ago
高嘉瑜表明可参选基隆市长，但前民进党立委沈富雄表示，尽管高嘉瑜有资格，民进党不会支持她。高嘉瑜在基隆本地表示随时准备参选，而沈富雄认为目前的拆梁行动缺乏正当性，只是在制造仇恨对立。
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, at 10:51 pm, Trend Education Foundation Chairman and CEO Chen Yizhen, who originally aspired to pursue a literary path, embarked on a journey around the world with her husband for love and ventured into entrepreneurship, injecting humanistic thinking into the technology industry while channeling corporate resources into culture. Utilizing her experiences as nourishment for progress, Chen Yizhen navigates the beloved field of arts and literature, pays tribute to literary masters, promotes theatrical and opera arts, expands inner worlds through reading, and enriches life for new creation. The sixth season of 'Celebrity Study' with new content premieres on May 3 and airs every Friday at 10 pm on YahooTV. Learn more about 'Celebrity Study' on the official website, fan page, and IG.
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Reported 12 months ago
The 49-year-old man surnamed Du, who drove his Benz to crash into the Presidential Office Building yesterday, was calmly taken for further questioning by the Taipei Prosecutor's Office today after being arrested by the Zhongzheng Police Station. Du, who was suspected of hanging around near the Presidential Office earlier on the same day before heading to the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and then crashing into the Presidential Office, displayed unstable behavior when apprehended and during subsequent questioning. He faces charges of public endangerment and obstructing public duties.
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Reported 12 months ago
During a meeting of the People's Party faction, Huang Kuo-chang mentioned three resolutions, including a proposal to invite President Lai Ching-te to address the Legislative Yuan for a national situation report. They plan to request its inclusion in the agenda of the House meeting on the 12th after the negotiation freeze period. Huang also mentioned plans for parliamentary hearings on topics such as the National Development Fund and the Mirrort TV case, as well as proposing an amendment to the Public Official Election and Recall Act within four days in the Interior Committee.
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Reported 12 months ago
The upcoming summer disaster film 'Twisters,' produced by Steven Spielberg and directed by Oscar-nominated director Cheng Li-shuo of 'Dreamland,' will feature Glen Powell of 'Top Gun: Maverick' as lead alongside Daisy Edgar-Jones of 'Normal People.' Powell, known for his charismatic performances and his role in 'Top Gun: Maverick,' will play a charming storm chaser named Taylor who leads a team of rowdy 'extreme meteorologists' in the film. Powell's genuine acting in 'Twisters' is influenced by his personal encounter with a destructive F5 tornado in Texas as a child, shaping his realistic portrayal in the movie.
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Reported 12 months ago
A 45-year-old man surnamed Chen had a weekend outing riding a red plate heavy motorcycle down to Pingtung County's Checheng Township, but lost control on a narrow road, crashing and tumbling into a 120-meter distant thicket of tall grass, resulting in double leg fractures. Rescuers located him through satellite positioning after receiving the distress call and successfully carried him to safety for medical treatment in Nanmen Hospital in Hengchun. Advanced paramedic Wu Guoming administered saline to prevent shock due to the hot weather, and it took a joint effort of emergency personnel 10 minutes to carry the injured man out of the rugged terrain for treatment.
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Reported 12 months ago
A brick and iron clad house in Tongxiao, Miaoli, caught on fire twice within 12 hours, with the latest incident occurring around 2 a.m. Fortunately, there were no casualties as the house was empty, but a neighboring woman was slightly injured. The first fire was caused by a washing machine, and the cause of the second fire is currently under investigation, leaving nearby residents puzzled by the unusual situation.
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Reported 12 months ago
Hong Kong singer Denise Ho, known for her political stance, had her concert disrupted by police for the second time as they set up barriers and recorded the identities of attendees, causing the event to halt. Despite the interruption, Ho remained resilient, stating 'Even in the midst of chaos, continue to be yourself.' This incident adds to the challenges Ho has faced in her career due to her involvement in Hong Kong's political movement and encounters with authorities.
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Reported 12 months ago
高雄前鎮輪渡站2日早上發生一宗落水意外，80多歲婦人疑似失足跌入海中溺斃，消防局救援時已經死亡，警方調查中。
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In response to the Kuomintang (KMT) caucus' plan to establish a Mirror TV investigation team, Premier Su Tseng-chang stated that it would be more appropriate to take legal and constitutional actions after further decisions from the Constitutional Interpretation Authority. Following the enactment of the parliament reform bill, both the KMT and the People's Party in the Legislative Yuan requested to exercise parliamentary investigative powers and announced the formation of an investigation team to probe corruption cases. The KMT plans to set up a special team to investigate the 'Mirror TV licensing and subsequent corruption disputes' on the 3rd. Premier Su Tseng-chang emphasized the importance of waiting for further decisions from the Constitutional Interpretation Authority before engaging in any legal and constitutional actions in the future.
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Reported 12 months ago
As Global Pride Month came to a close on June 30, several countries in North America and Europe saw large parades celebrating LGBTQ rights. Events in cities like San Francisco, New York, and Mexico featured festivities akin to carnivals, with over a hundred same-sex couples in Mexico holding a mass wedding during the parade. While participants celebrated, concerns over potential future threats to LGBTQ rights emerged in France due to recent gains by far-right parties. Overall, the parades highlighted both the joy of progress made and the ongoing struggles for equality around the world.
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