Reported 9 months ago
In Pingtung, a married couple with 3 minor children, husband A-Dong became cold towards wife A-Ping, leading to suspicion of an affair with a female colleague. A-Ping later found out that A-Dong changed the colleague's nickname to that of their daughter, resulting in a lawsuit against the third party. The judge ruled for the colleague to pay compensation of 30,000 yuan after intimate messages were discovered between A-Dong and the colleague, showing behavior beyond friendship.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Taiwan High Speed Rail is offering a special 'Nantou Starry Sky Festival' package for the summer holidays, where travelers can enjoy a cool retreat to Nantou and stargazing experiences. The package includes Friday or Saturday departures and a night's stay at either Xitou Yaokai Forest Resort or Xitou Metasequoia Hotel, with a complimentary guided tour of the Xitou Nature Education Park for nighttime stargazing exploration. Travelers can opt for a comprehensive tour package or a self-drive option, both starting from 3,790 TWD per person. Additionally, there are special stargazing trips to Hehuan Mountain available for star enthusiasts, starting from 4,937 TWD per person for a 2-day tour from Taipei to Nantou's Cingjing area. The itineraries feature guided stargazing tours and visits to scenic spots such as Cingjing Farm and Swiss Garden, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in the beauty of the starry sky and the charm of the Nantou region.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Zou Xu, a talented student from National Taiwan University, has been nominated for Best New Artist at the Golden Melody Awards. Last year, he was spotted rekindling his relationship with Li Mu before releasing his debut album 'Loose Faucet.' Zou Xu performed at a pre-Golden Melody Awards event with fellow musicians, showcasing his skills with a folk guitar and engaging closely with fans. During the event, he sang with label owner Xu Zhang and lead singer A Shan, demonstrating his true self with relaxed performances and humor. Zou Xu also expressed gratitude for the support and encouragement he has received and looks forward to potentially winning an award at the ceremony.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
As the sixth wave of COVID-19 hits Taiwan with an increasing proportion of the KP.2 variant, the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has confirmed the procurement of 5.5 million doses of the latest version of the COVID-19 vaccine. These vaccines will be administered simultaneously with public flu shots starting on October 1st, prioritizing high-risk groups like the elderly, children, healthcare workers, and others. The KP series of viruses' proportion is on the rise, prompting adjustments in vaccine strains to target the KP.2 variant. The CDC emphasizes the importance of vaccination to reduce severe illness or death risks amid the ongoing pandemic surge.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
網友發現周杰倫11年前的歌曲舞蹈難度比「16蹲」更高，引起熱議。周杰倫在MV中連續蹲跳16次，且蹲下後未完全站起又要接著跳，加上手部動作和更快的音樂節奏，被認為更具挑戰性。網友討論周杰倫是否能在演唱會中再次挑戰此舞蹈，而周杰倫透露8月已安排空檔，等待大巨蛋回應。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
In celebration of International Anti-Drug Day, Premier Su Tseng-chang attended the '113rd Anti-Drug Outstanding Individuals and Organizations Awards Ceremony' where he expressed gratitude towards all award-winning anti-drug heroes for creating a strong safety net for the country and its people. The government plans to accelerate the approval process for new drugs and invest 15 billion in the third phase of the 'New Generation Anti-Drug Strategy Action Plan' over 4 years to achieve the main goals of 'cutting off supply and demand,' 'reducing harm,' 'stabilizing recovery,' and 'preventing repeat offenders.' Premier Su emphasized the importance of proactive anti-drug strategies and actions to combat the emerging drug threat.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
The Taipei City Water Recycling Center located at Shihgang Dam was awarded the National Environmental Education Excellence Award. This marks the first time Taipei City Government has received this award and the center is the only water resource recycling center in Taiwan to be honored. The award recognizes the efforts of the Water Resources Bureau and its operating partners in promoting environmental education to enhance public awareness, environmental protection, and sustainable development goals.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
20歲洪姓男子5月21日犯下中捷砍人案，台中地檢今日起訴他殺人未遂等罪嫌。他事先購買菜刀與水果刀，練習砍與捅攻擊技巧，並傳訊息給導師表示出獄後會繼續殺人。雖展示悔悟態度，檢方要求法院從重量刑。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
On June 26, 2024, American President Biden and former President Trump will once again compete for the White House, holding their first televised debate. A recent poll shows that sixty percent of voters are highly interested in this debate and believe that their performances will have a significant impact on future elections. The debate, organized by CNN, aims to prevent a repeat of the chaotic 2020 debate by implementing rules to control interruptions and ensuring no live audience to minimize disruptions. The article recalls the tumultuous scenes from the previous debate on September 29, 2020, where Trump continuously interrupted Biden's speech, indicating a highly anticipated showdown with potential implications for the country's future.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Amid the scorching summer heat, Su'ao Cold Springs in Yilan has become a popular cooling destination. However, residents recently discovered that the foot soaking pools in the park were not only turbid, but also had oil scum and floating insects, deeming it disgusting and questioning the lack of maintenance. Although the school managing the area explains the phenomenon is due to high iron content in the springs causing oxidation, residents are concerned about the cleanliness affecting the willingness of people to soak their feet. Other paid sulfuric springs pools are notably cleaner, highlighting the disparity.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
President Lai Ching-te expressed the purpose of applying for a constitutional interpretation on the 'empowerment bill' to resolve constitutional disputes within the constitutional system at the DPP Central Executive Committee meeting. The meeting also decided to convene the National Party Congress of the DPP on July 21 at the Taipei International Convention Center, reviewing the qualifications of candidates for the Central Executive Committee and Central Review Committee elections. President Lai emphasized the importance of defending Taiwan's democratic values against legislative actions that may threaten them.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
知名社群平台Dcard近日再度爆出新一波裁員計畫，此次可能涉及整個部門被裁撤，成為3個月內第二次裁員，電商部門也在5月底停止服務。Dcard宣稱裁員主要是為了組織調整，並與先前的電商部門關閉不相關。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
The Central Weather Bureau issued a special report for heavy rain in 11 counties and cities, warning of intense thunderstorms with short periods of heavy rain. Areas from Kaohsiung to Yilan, mountainous regions of Hualien and Taoyuan, Chiayi, and Tainan have a chance of experiencing heavy rain today with lightning, strong gusts, and potential flooding. Specific alerts were issued for certain regions with continuous thunderstorms expected until the afternoon. The bureau also issued disaster prevention alerts for New Taipei City, Hsinchu County, and Taoyuan City due to the risk of heavy rain and flash floods. Outdoor activities are cautioned as the storm could lead to landslides, rockfalls, and poor visibility affecting road safety.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Yahoo Chimo (real-time news) June 26, 2024, 3:21 am The Ministry of the Environment held the 15th meeting of the Environmental Impact Assessment Review Committee today to review the 'Qiwei Offshore Wind Power Project Environmental Impact Statement' and the 'Yunwei Offshore Wind Power Project Environmental Impact Statement.' During the meeting, the review committee requested the strengthening of inspections and clearing of entangled fishing nets from May to September each year in both offshore wind farms to avoid entrapment of white dolphins, sea turtles, etc. After discussion, the environmental impact assessment passed with amendments. The development units for the Miaoli Qiwei and Yunwei offshore wind farms committed to enhanced clearing of entangled fishing nets to prevent entrapment of white dolphins and sea turtles, with the assessment passing after supplementary amendments were made.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Encountering a bad partner? When caught up in the whirlwind of love, it is common to experience 'lack of insight for the decision-maker, clear vision for the observer.' Hence, tarot teacher Eiffel listed out '5 zodiac signs' prone to wavering in the battlefield of relationships and getting hurt. Pisces are often swayed by their romantic and emotional nature, tolerating and accommodating unhealthy relationship situations, even knowing the other party is unreliable. While Cancer struggles due to deep influences of family and emotional security, finding it difficult to make firm decisions in unhealthy relationships. Libra aims to maintain balance in relationships avoiding conflicts, possibly clinging to the past, making it hard to end deteriorating relationships. Gemini's keen insight and novelty-seeking nature overlook possible negative behaviors in partners. Meanwhile, the self-confident and charming traits of Leo can become burdens in relationships, leading to prolonged entrapment despite evident problems.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to escalate, Taiwan's health authorities have confirmed that they are procuring a new type of vaccine, with plans to start administering it from October. The new vaccine will provide protection against the latest virus strains including 'JN.1,' 'KP.2,' and 'KP.3,' and will be given alongside the seasonal flu vaccine. The surge in COVID-19 cases has led to a strain on hospital emergency rooms, with a significant increase in severe cases prompting the earlier-than-expected peak in July. The first phase of vaccination starting from October 1 will prioritize healthcare workers, individuals aged 65 and above, and high-risk groups.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
According to a report from CTI News on June 26, 2024, the Taiwanese representative in the U.S., Yu Da-kai, faced bullying issues within the office along with controversies surrounding the misuse of public funds. Nationalist Party legislator Hsu Chiao-hsin revealed that a commissioner at the representative office in the U.S. was instructed by a superior to come to work daily, sit at a computer without turning it on all day until the end of work, causing severe mental and physical exhaustion. Hsu criticized the lack of proper management at the representative office during the term of former Foreign Minister Joseph Wu, with these issues only coming to light after the new minister, Lin Chia-lung, took office.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
金智媛和周杰倫出席DIOR台北概念店開幕活動時，一輛警車倒車失控撞上價值900萬的豪華車。車禍無人受傷，警方正在處理事故。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Source: BARRONS
Reported 9 months ago
Taiwan and India signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for labor cooperation, allowing the introduction of Indian migrant workers to Taiwan. Minister of Labor, Hsu Pei-shan, mentioned that the initial plan involves a dual track system of direct hiring and intermediary, with a pilot program limited to less than 1000 people. The timing of when Indian migrant workers will come to Taiwan has not been finalized and may take over a year to implement. The MOU has passed the initial review and will be submitted for legislative discussion.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
During the DPP Central Standing Committee meeting on June 26, Lin Jiahe, Associate Professor of Law at NCCU, provided a special report on the '2024 National Parliaments Empowerment Act Requesting a Constitutional Court Ruling.' DPP Chairman Lai Ching-te emphasized that the request for constitutional interpretation and provisional disposition to address the debate over legislative powers is to resolve constitutional controversies within the constitutional system, not as claimed by opposition parties as destroying the constitution or opposing democracy. Lai reiterated opposition to parliamentary empowerment, not parliamentary reform, and highlighted the need to uphold democratic values and prevent legislation that undermines constitutional order.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
A man in Thailand was shocked to find a cobra coiled inside his underwear in the middle of the night, causing him to freeze in fear. He quickly sought help from a neighbor who called a snake catcher to remove the snake. The snake catcher calmly removed the young cobra from the man's underwear, relieving the tension. This incident highlights the danger of venomous snakes like the cobra in Thailand, where various deadly species reside.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
Kung Hsiu-hsien, Chairman of the 'Fat Car Association,' passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52, revealing that his idol was Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen. Kung's background in automotive repair led him to fame for transforming his father's old car into a 'fat car.' He caught Tsai Ing-wen's attention after customizing an election campaign 'fat car' for a former Hsinchu City councilor in 2009. Kung expressed gratitude in a post on social media before his passing, asking for continued support for his family and his business of providing services with the 'Magic Bus Fat Car Food Truck' to aid aspiring entrepreneurs. He also expressed thanks and farewells to his wife and friends, mentioning his admiration for President Tsai Ing-wen and encouraging everyone to stay hopeful. Netizens expressed shock and offered condolences upon hearing the news.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
On June 26, 2024, the stock market saw TSMC leading a rebound, with the Taiwan Stock Market opening high and fluctuating. While initially surging by 198 points, the momentum tapered off during the day, and with TSMC leading the way, the market closed up by 110.72 points at 22,986.69 points, just missing the 23,000 point mark. AI chip giant NVIDIA rose over 6% after days of selling pressure, and TSMC's strong performance uplifted the market. Other stocks like Hon Hai and MediaTek also had varied performances. Market focus also turned towards energy storage-related concept stocks, as well as strong showings in the biotech sector. Analysts noted signs of short-term stabilization in the market and advised monitoring the strength of multiple factors to predict whether the index will quickly rebound or experience a brief recovery before rising, recommending entering the market with limited downside risk. More news available on Tai News: Parliament Passes Taiwan-India Labor MOU in Initial Review with Resolutions to Establish Dedicated Institution and Define Direct Hiring Ratios, Dragon Tianxiang Apologizes at Police Station with Gifts After Drunk Shenanigans; AI Innovations Driven by Generative AI as E.Sun Bank Collaborates with Microsoft Taiwan to Implement Virtual Ambassadors in Branches.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 9 months ago
During his visit to the US, Economic Affairs Minister Guo Zhihui explained the 'Offshore Inland' policy to local governments, businesses, and associations, aiming to facilitate servicing local major customers, saving on logistics and warehousing costs. Guo mentioned that companies like Taiwan's strong AI server assembly and electric vehicle supply chain are likely to move overseas. This strategy is to assist small and medium enterprises in investing in overseas production bases with the goal of service efficiency and cost reduction for clients.
Source: YAHOO