Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, Su Tseng-chang, the Premier, presented suggestions addressing the national security crisis of declining birth rates, proposing that household registration units can cross-reference unmarried young adults of marriageable age and married individuals without children to relevant agencies and introduce incentive policies. This was criticized as a privacy infringement. Su Tseng-chang clarified on July 2 that he aims to enhance and assist household registration colleagues more accurately in the future, utilizing various technological advancements to effectively implement policies and incentive measures, emphatically stating that there is absolutely no overstepping of current work. Su visited the Legislative Yuan for a government report and pointed out that the brief statements made the day before may have caused misunderstandings, explaining that while presenting an award at the Household Registration Day event, the focus was on how a sound household registration system could assist government in population planning and recognizing outstanding contributions in implementing population policies addressing gender equality, declining birth rates, aging population, immigration, and promotion efforts.
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Reported 12 months ago
A large number of fish carcasses were found floating in Kaohsiung's Houjing River due to low dissolved oxygen levels caused by the hot weather. The Environmental Protection Bureau conducted water quality tests and confirmed that the high temperatures led to decreased dissolved oxygen, resulting in the mass deaths of fish. The bureau has reported the incident to the Water Resources Agency for fish removal and will enhance inspections of upstream factories to prevent similar occurrences.
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Reported 12 months ago
Starting in July, Taiwan has entered the typhoon season. Analysis by Hsin-Hsing Chia, the director of Taiwan Integrated Disaster Prevention Engineering Technology Consulting Company, suggests that after July 16, there will be increased moisture in the southern region, continuing until mid-August, with a favorable environment for typhoon formation expected to establish around August 6 and last until September 10. Chia also provided a detailed forecast of sporadic showers in different areas over the next few days. The Meteorological Agency's Director Chen Yi-Liang mentioned that the latest prediction indicates a higher probability of 2 to 4 typhoons this year, implying a trend of lower-than-normal forecasting probability.
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Reported 12 months ago
Known as the 'Vietnamese Jolin Tsai,' Nguyen Thu Hang, a Vietnamese bride who studied in Taiwan and married a Taiwanese man, expressed surprise at Taiwan's lack of dog meat consumption. She mentioned that in Vietnam eating dog meat is a common practice and considered a delicacy, explaining that in Taiwan, dogs raised for consumption are different from pet dogs, and the meat can be cooked in various ways, often grilled. Despite being a traditional delicacy in Vietnam, it is not commonly consumed due to high prices and is not part of Southern Vietnam's culinary habits due to its history of French colonization.
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Reported 12 months ago
Microsoft is consolidating its retail channels in mainland China by refocusing its channel approach, although it did not confirm the closure of authorized physical retailers in response to media reports. The company stated that its products will still be available in mainland China through retail partners and its own website. Microsoft does not directly operate physical retail stores in China and did not specify which retail partners will continue to stock its products.
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Reported 12 months ago
On the early morning of July 2, Taiwan stock market plummeted over 200 points, breaking below the 23000 mark and losing dual support. Following a modest rise in the US stock market on Monday, where the three major indices closed higher, Taiwan's stock market opened low with a sharp drop of nearly a hundred points. Despite the initial plunge, the index gradually recovered, with major stocks like TSMC and MediaTek seeing declines before stabilizing. Foxconn, one of Taiwan's leading companies, announced an ex-dividend performance and saw its stock price initially rise by 2.5 points before settling. Observing various sectors, industries like plastics, textiles, oil, and departmental stores recorded losses, while cement, machinery, paper, and shipping saw minor gains. The tech sector witnessed mixed movements, with some subcategories showing spikes and others facing dips, with notable performances in areas like IT services. Financial stocks experienced a marginal rise, with experts predicting a recovery after the early dip, depending on factors like ex-dividend performances, market sentiment, and the influence of large-cap stocks. Overall, the market remains watchful of changing trends and influential developments, like TSMC's share buyback initiative and upbeat prospects in the semiconductor industry.
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Reported 12 months ago
Brent and U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices dropped on Tuesday as concerns over supply disruptions from Hurricane Beryl faded. Brent crude futures closed down 0.42% at $86.24 a barrel, while WTI settled at $82.81 a barrel, down 0.68%. Initially rising due to worries about Beryl impacting offshore oil production in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, new forecasts eased fears, with analysts noting that the storm is expected to weaken into a tropical storm by the time it reaches the Gulf. Despite the hurricane's threat, U.S. gasoline demand is projected to peak this week for the Independence Day holiday.
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Reported 12 months ago
In an exclusive report on July 1, 2024, it was revealed that the Yunlin County government's social assistance rice was contaminated with weevils. The Central Region Grain Bureau stated that the rice in question was milled and inspected by grain inspection personnel from the Xiluo Town Farmers' Association and urged the county government to expedite distribution. Following inspections, it was confirmed that the quality of the rice met national standards and was not old or poor-quality rice as rumored online, but the infestation was due to storage conditions and delayed distribution. To ensure food safety, the Farmers' Association will provide a full exchange service for the affected assistance rice, with 5,147 bags already replaced with new rice.
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Reported 12 months ago
The workers' union at Samsung Electronics in South Korea has called for a strike on July 8-10, seeking transparency in bonuses and time off from the company. The union aims to disrupt production and may consider further strikes if their demands are not met. However, analysts believe the impact on chip output may be limited as most production at Samsung is automated, depending on the participation of chip plant operators.
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Reported 12 months ago
Foxconn, an Apple supplier, is facing allegations of discriminating against women at its plant in Tamil Nadu, India for refusing to hire married women due to perceived family responsibilities. Following public outcry, human rights authorities in New Delhi have initiated an investigation into the gender discrimination in hiring practices at the Foxconn plant. The issue has sparked discussions among local female organizations and political parties, leading to calls for a thorough inquiry by both the ruling and opposition parties' women's groups. The National Human Rights Commission of India has called for detailed reports from the federal government's Ministry of Labor and Employment secretary and the Chief Secretary of Tamil Nadu within a week.
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Reported 12 months ago
In Taoyuan, Districts Zhongli and Bade suffered a power outage affecting 4961 households early in the morning, attributed to a squirrel incident that caused a high-voltage line interruption, with Taipower promptly resolving the issue, restoring power to 4450 households within hours and the remaining 511 later. This incident follows a previous power outage at a hospital caused by a similar squirrel-related incident. Taipower also explains a separate incident in the same area where a squirrel caused a momentary voltage drop, prompting a manual reset and delay in full restoration until the morning.
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Reported 12 months ago
台北市大安區警方在忠孝東路四段巷弄內對違規車輛開單時，發現一輛白色BMW逆向停在行人穿越道，駕駛拒檢後逃逸。BMW途中闖紅燈、逆向行駛人行道，在最後被困紅燈車陣中被警方持槍喝令下車，30歲的駕駛鍾男被逮捕，身上發現毒品及折疊刀。事後警方發現鍾男涉有多項交通違規行為，共開出20張罰單。
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Reported 12 months ago
According to TVBS News on July 1, 2024, due to heavy rain yesterday, flooding occurred in parts of Xiulin Township, Xincheng Township, and Hualien City in Hualien County, Taiwan. The Su-Hua Highway section of Provincial Highway No. 9 in Chongde is currently being cleared after a landslide. The county government has urgently announced the suspension of work and school in Heping Village, Xiulin Township. Hualien County Magistrate Xu Zhen-wei urged residents to be cautious of the weather changes and not to travel to mountainous areas unnecessarily. The railway and road transportation in the mountainous area were affected by heavy rain, leading to the suspension of work and school in Heping Village. It is estimated that the Chongde section of the Su-Hua Highway will be cleared by noon today. Taiwan Railways is working on repairs to resume train services between Chongde and Horen.
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Reported 12 months ago
Liu Yanli denies knowing the individuals in the text messages mentioned in a magazine report, refuting claims of being involved in funding a money laundering group related to his wife Xu Qiaoxin. The report alleges Xu’s husband assisted in handling the defense lawyer fees and had prior knowledge of the case, which Liu denies. Liu criticizes the magazine for misleadingly presenting the information as a definite fact, accusing them of 'headline murder.'
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, Mayor of Kaohsiung Chen Qi Mai attended the US National Day Reception and praised the current state of Taiwan-US relations as the best. He emphasized the democratic spirit connecting Taiwan and the US, promoting regional peace and stability. Mayor Chen expressed gratitude for the valuable support of the US in Taiwan's democratic values, especially towards the soon-to-depart AIT Director Brent Christensen for her contribution in advancing Taiwan-US cooperation. He also presented special gifts to her and highlighted the strong cooperation between Taiwan and the US in various fields like economy, technology, and public health.
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Reported 12 months ago
A simple and appetizing recipe for 'Tomato Sauce Tofu' with a sweet and sour taste that is perfect for the hot weather. The ingredients required include tofu, flour, soy sauce, tomato sauce, honey, tapioca flour, and water. The steps involve preparing the sauce, coating the tofu in flour, frying the tofu, cooking it in the sauce, and enjoying the dish that is both crispy and tender. For the full recipe, visit iCook, Taiwan's largest culinary platform.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, Taipei Municipal Hospital in Taoyuan experienced a major system crash in its internal computers and registration system due to a 10-second power outage caused by a voltage drop from Taiwan Power. This incident led to manual registration and potential damage to large medical equipment. Despite accusations that Taiwan Power's unstable supply endangered lives in Taoyuan, Minister of Economic Affairs Guo Zhihui reiterated that it was a power surge, not a power shortage. The incident has raised concerns about emergency power supply in medical institutions and the impact of frequent power outages on healthcare operations.
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Reported 12 months ago
After announcing his return to Taiwan to participate in the CPBL draft and becoming the top pick, Chang Yu-Cheng shared on social media his plan to move back to Taiwan with his family, emphasizing his dedication to training and gratitude towards fans and the team. He is set to make his CPBL debut on July 12th and is currently training to prepare for the upcoming season before reuniting with fans in Taiwan.
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Reported 12 months ago
Dr. Song Si-quan, a famous neurologist in Chiayi City and a spinal cord injury patient, was recently expelled by security guards while riding the latest technological assistive device, an electric suitcase, at a high-end department store where he and his wife were shopping. Despite explaining his mobility challenges, Dr. Song was not accepted, leading him to voice his frustrations on social media. The incident sparked discussions on how Taiwan's kindness standards are reflected in such situations and the need for better understanding and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
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Reported 12 months ago
Following the strong push for the Legislative Yuan Powers Exercise Act by the Kuomintang and the People First Party, concerns over expanded powers have sparked dissatisfaction exceeding 50%, prompting a rush to amend the Recall Act to raise the recall threshold. Premier Su Tseng-chang stated that the people will not accept the expansion of powers by public agencies, urging lawmakers to 'respect boundaries,' emphasizing that the current law constitutes a contract between voters and representatives that should not be violated. According to a survey by the 'Formosa News,' 34.4% of the public have favorable views towards the Kuomintang, while 54.0% have unfavorable views; similarly, the People First Party has favorable ratings from 34.7% of the public and unfavorable ratings from 50.5%. Premier Su Tseng-chang, who attended a legislative hearing this morning, stressed in a media interview before the session that the people would not accept any expansion of powers by public agencies during their term, emphasizing the importance of lawmakers respecting boundaries.
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Reported 12 months ago
John J. J. Cho reiterated that the Republic of China and the People's Republic of China are not mutually subordinate, as Mainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh stated referring to both 'cross-strait relations' and 'the Republic of China and the People's Republic of China' as essentially two countries. The Ma Ying-jeou Foundation's executive Xiao Hsiu-cen suggested that if China is recognized as a country, the Mainland Affairs Council would lose its reason to exist, recommending Liang to resign and President Lai to abolish the council. Premier Su Tseng-chang also stated that the two entities are not subordinate, urging to uphold the current status, which is crucial for security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, in an article by Yang Yayun on SET News, Liu Yifei's starring TV drama 'The Rose's Story' has sparked high interest. During a live broadcast after the drama's finale, Liu Yifei mentioned encountering a toxic man in real life, prompting netizens to speculate that the person she referred to might be Kris Wu, who is currently imprisoned for rape and group sex allegations. Liu Yifei emphasized the importance of being a good person to excel in acting and criticized actors who gain fame quickly without proper experience or ethical values, suggesting they won't last long in the industry.
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Reported 12 months ago
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced the implementation of the '48-hour workweek' policy, allowing companies to choose whether to adopt a 6-day workweek or extended shifts. Mitsotakis emphasized that the policy aims to prioritize workers and promote economic growth, in line with other European countries. However, Greek unions criticized the move as 'barbaric', highlighting concerns over labor inspections and the government's focus on maximizing profits at the expense of worker well-being. The decision comes amidst debates in advanced countries regarding shorter workweeks for improved productivity and work-life balance.
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Reported 12 months ago
Big Sun Construction has been deeply involved in Taichung, with Dali District being the starting point for their construction projects. Recognizing the future potential of Dali's second-phase rezoning area and the upcoming development of the 15th phase of Dali Market Land Rezoning, various major construction brands are flocking to this area. With projects like the Great Tao Plaza BOT Project and the addition of a ramp in the Tai 74 Line Six Shun Bridge area, the traffic network connecting the East District, Taiping, and Nan District is expected to be completed by 2025, providing a strong advantage. Dali's population ranks third in Taichung, with ongoing urban planning projects significantly enhancing the quality of life, making it a promising area for real estate transactions in 2024. The increasing demand for housing projects in the Dali area, coupled with its advantageous location and various market needs, has attracted major construction brands. The rezoning area of Dali's second phase is considered a prime location for investment, as its limited available land makes it a highly sought-after area for new developments. In addition to the 'Da Kang Bridge Waterfront Project,' new developments such as the 'Prince Real Estate Plaza - Dali Pavilion' are expected to inject livability and business opportunities into the area.
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Reported 12 months ago
LOOKin article on July 1st, 2024, discusses the exquisitely detailed and iconic Hermès bracelets and rings, perfect for collecting as introductory classics. The new Hermès bracelets and rings, such as the Kelly Twist and Mini Clic Kelly bracelets, are highlighted, with the Olympe ring priced at over NT$10,000. The article also showcases the unique and fashionable Olympe ring, featuring the brand's classic elements, and the Kelly Twist bracelet as an ideal starting piece for Hermès collectors due to its classic design and recognizability.
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