Reported 12 months ago
On January 10, 1995, prosecutor Zhang Jintu was ambushed and shot 12 times by two gunmen when he was asked to move a car in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The hit was orchestrated by Huang Shangfeng, a drug lord who ran a drug trafficking ring with his family. The group sold heroin and methamphetamine, making Huang a prominent figure in the drug trade. Despite the ambush, Zhang survived and underwent numerous surgeries, while authorities managed to arrest several accomplices including the hitmen and Huang's wife, but Huang had already fled to China. This case marked Taiwan's first assassinaton of a prosecutor plotted by the drug lord Huang Shangfeng.
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Reported 12 months ago
Red Candle Games, a leading independent team in Taiwan, released the new game Nine Suns at the end of May, receiving high praise from players worldwide. Departing from their usual horror narrative style, the game adopts a 2D action-adventure gameplay, which posed higher development challenges and required more time for the team to find the right direction. Drawing inspiration from successful titles like Hollow Knight and Sekiro, the team faced difficulties in the initial year but eventually crafted a gameplay described as a mix of Hollow Knight and Sekiro, offering a high level of difficulty and exploration in a non-linear world map.
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Reported 12 months ago
Huang Shang-feng became dissatisfied when Zhang Jintu, caught for drug trafficking, was sentenced to life imprisonment, leading to a murder plot. After being shot twice during a drug deal, turning lame, Huang's character changed as he believed survival in the drug market required ruthlessness to avoid being bullied. He escalated by arming himself, using drug profits to gain control across legal and illegal sectors. Despite efforts by law enforcement, Huang escaped to China, causing a drug shortage and price surge in central and southern Taiwan. Despite accomplices being arrested, Huang evolved into an international drug lord, remotely controlling Taiwan's drug market.
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Reported 12 months ago
Jinmen County Council Chairman, Hong Yundian, was exposed for misusing council resources by having council staff clean his residence and guesthouse. Footage of the incident sparked local councilors' concerns, with two councilors questioning the matter during council sessions on June 17 and 18, but the live broadcast on the 17th suddenly cut off. The council's YouTube channel videos were found to have edited out the questioning related to the controversial incident. The Ministry of the Interior will urge local councils to improve transparency and monitor the situation closely. Councilor Zhou Jie expressed frustration over the lack of transparency and accountability in the council's actions.
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Reported 12 months ago
In the bustling town of Jincheng, Kinmen, an inconspicuous one-story metal building has caught local attention as it is reportedly used by Kinmen County Speaker Hong Yundian. Footage provided by informants show county council employees regularly cleaning Hong's guesthouse, with a council vehicle exclusively transporting his wife. The Kinmen County government confirmed the guesthouse as an illegal structure, with plans for investigation and potential removal. According to local regulations, recently documented illegal constructions post-2003 may face fines up to 50% of the building's cost or demolition if necessary.
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Reported 12 months ago
Huang Shangfeng was rumored to have been released early from prison in China thanks to about 30 million RMB spent by Taiwan relatives. During his escape, Huang's involvement in gun violence led to a shortage of drugs in central and southern Taiwan, causing prices to double until he bought off border security, public security, and armed police in China to continue smuggling drugs into Taiwan, stabilizing the drug prices. Huang also collaborated with another fugitive nicknamed 'Pangolin' on various criminal activities. After being extradited back to Taiwan under the judicial assistance agreement between Taiwan and China, Huang became the first wanted criminal to be returned under the agreement. After nearly nine years in Chinese prisons, Huang seemed resigned upon his return to Taiwan, expressing, 'It's good to be back; I will face it sooner or later.' Eventually, he was sentenced to life imprisonment for his crimes.
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Reported 12 months ago
徐巧芯的大姑劉向婕被涉洗錢案遭押後，其家人策動共犯林于倫認罪救女兒，其中涉及劉家幫林于倫支付律師費以求其頂罪，但改辭律師後表示清白。律師曾被解除委任，檢察官發現可能有對林于倫施壓頂罪的情況，監察律師串供或洩密，因此加以調查。劉向婕等人被聲押，而徐巧芯的丈夫劉彥澧被指涉及洗錢案而被追究。
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Reported 12 months ago
Red Candle Games, Taiwan's top independent game team, released a new game 'Nine Days' at the end of May after a 5-year hiatus, breaking away from their usual horror storytelling style and creating a 2D action-adventure gameplay combining elements from 'Hollow Knight' and 'Sekiro'. The game features an intriguing 'Tao-Punk' world view that merges ancient mythology, Daoism, and Cyberpunk, immersing players in a deep storyline while maintaining a smooth gaming experience. By incorporating subplots and characters inspired by ancient Chinese mythology, the game offers a unique blend of storytelling and gameplay, captivating players with its visually stunning presentation and engaging narrative.
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Reported 12 months ago
Red Candle Games released their new game 'The Nine Days' at the end of May, receiving global recognition and sparking a wave of fan creations in the player community. Despite a 5-year development time causing initial crisis, the team overcame it with fan support. The producer observed a significant increase in fan-made content with 'The Nine Days' compared to 'Detention.' To expand the game's reach, they plan to add six more languages aside from existing ones. The game, costing nearly 50 million NTD, faced delays but the team finds the challenges worthwhile as they aim for global success. The game's journey embodies the motto 'The Fragrance of Heroism in Adversity' as described in the game's lore.
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Reported 12 months ago
The Chairman of Kinmen County, Hong Yundian, has been accused of misusing public resources and violating regulations in the construction of guesthouses. Despite these allegations, Hong has successfully been re-elected as Chairman, breaking the curse of no chairman being re-elected in Kinmen. Notably, Hong won the Chairmanship in two elections through a lucky draw after tying with his opponent in votes. In political matters, Hong has shown support for Guo Taiming and even developed a close relationship with him, being called 'cousin' by Guo when he visited Kinmen.
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Reported 12 months ago
Hsu Chiao-Hsin's husband, Liu Yen-li, revealed his vote for Tsai Ing-wen and criticized Han Kuo-yu for being closest to the Chinese Communist Party due to his use of methods similar to the CCP. Liu and Lin Yu-lun, who is involved in a money laundering case with Liu Yen-li, often exchange political views despite their different stances, with Liu even expressing support for Tsai while hoping for a unifying candidate from the KMT in the future. The article delves into their interactions, including predicting Han Kuo-yu's impeachment, discussions on party leadership prospects, their cooperative efforts against green camp personalities, and more.
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Reported 12 months ago
The article discusses market trends including the Nasdaq hitting a record high, despite a rise in the 10-year Treasury yield. GDP forecasts are declining with the Atlanta Fed's GDPNow forecast dropping below 2%, indicating slowing growth as the Federal Reserve aims for a soft landing. Additionally, 'Roaring Kitty' disclosed a 6.6% stake in Chewy, facing a lawsuit for his GameStop-related posts. Expert analysis on these trends is available for investors seeking insights.
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Reported 12 months ago
Katy Perry shared a video of herself cleaning her six diamond awards from the RIAA in July 2024, with singles like 'California Gurls' and 'Teenage Dream' surpassing 10 million units sold. The pop star, gearing up for her new single 'Woman's World,' also recently teased her upcoming sixth studio album and bid farewell to her American Idol judging role.
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Reported 12 months ago
Jamie Foxx recently shared details about his medical emergency last year, revealing that it began with a 'bad headache' in April 2023. The Oscar-winning actor mentioned he asked for an Advil but then had no memory for 20 days, during which his sister and daughter took him to see a doctor in Atlanta. Despite doctors suggesting an issue in his head, Foxx has not disclosed further details about the incident.
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Reported 12 months ago
A Thai woman caused a commotion at a Charles & Keith store in Taipei, leading to forcible hospitalization. However, netizens claimed she is Taiwanese. The police will verify her identity post-hospitalization at the Immigration Office using fingerprints. Despite initial assumptions based on accent and language, her nationality remains unconfirmed due to a lack of ID. A picture circulating online alleging to be of the woman at the hospital was denied by the hospital, emphasizing patient privacy and denying any internal uploads of such images.
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Reported 12 months ago
According to SET News, on July 1, 2024 at 5:45 PM, Entertainment Center / Reported by Zhang Jianing, after rising to fame globally with his handsome appearance, male star Kris Wu was arrested by Chinese police in 2021 due to a sex scandal exposed by beauty blogger Du Meizhu, and was sentenced to 13 years in prison plus deportation. Currently serving close to 3 years in prison, recent reports have emerged that Kris Wu's mother has enlisted an intermediary to 'sell a luxury car for cash', with the shocking price causing a stir among netizens. Kris Wu has been imprisoned for 3 years on charges of rape. (Image: Screenshot from Weibo) Former top male star Kris Wu was arrested in 2021 on charges of sexual assault, eventually sentenced to 13 years in prison and deportation, and although currently serving his sentence, he remains a constant subject of discussion. Recent reports have surfaced that his mother wants to sell Kris' collection of luxury cars for cash. Due to his name being a taboo on some platforms, when the car was introduced by the car intermediary, it was hinted at discreetly as 'certain Fan's car, yes, it's him,' leading some netizens to further inquire if 'Fan's mom is selling?' to which the response was quietly affirmative, 'yes'. Kris Wu was once one of China's top male stars. (Image: Screenshot from Weibo) Notably, from the photos of the car shared on the internet, it can be seen that the luxury car is a BRABUS G800, which was priced at a minimum of 15.35 million when introduced in Taiwan and was quite rare in quantity, despite its high price tag, it was sold out instantly. However, there are now rumors that Kris Wu's mother wants to sell it for 6 million Chinese Yuan (approximately 27 million New Taiwan Dollars). (Image: Screenshot from Weibo) Respect bodily autonomy! Call 113 or 110 for more SET News coverage, 'Mo Yu Yun Jian' Wang Xingyue's '3 major dark historical facts unearthed' instantly trended! Agency responds urgently Chen Fangyu's 'signature long hair' cut! Shocking short hair photo revealed Internet's surprise Coffee or tea? She reveals 'secrets airlines can't tell you': neither types of flight attendants dare to drink them South Korean YTR urgently sent to hospital scene exposed! Diagnosis results are out, admitted: Taiwan hospitals frightened them
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Reported 12 months ago
Six Flags Entertainment (SIX) 和 Cedar Fair (FUN) 已成功完成其80億美元的合併，標誌著遊樂園產業的一次重大整合。新成立的實體名為 Six Flags Entertainment Corporation，將在星期二進行市場首次公開。
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Reported 12 months ago
Tejas Dessai, Global X ETFs analyst, discusses the impact of the AI revolution on the global economy, likening it to the development of the internet and describing the current market phase as an 'infrastructure buildout.' While semiconductors remain a primary focus, Dessai foresees a significant expansion in AI-related investment opportunities, advising investors to consider data centers, cloud software, and energy plays like uranium and copper for the next growth phase. For more insights, viewers can watch the full episode of 'Asking for A Trend.'
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Reported 12 months ago
Germany-based Northern Data AG is exploring a U.S. initial public offering for its artificial intelligence (AI) cloud computing and data center units at a valuation of up to $16 billion. The company plans to list its cloud computing unit Taiga and data centers under the entity Ardent on the Nasdaq stock exchange in the first half of next year. This move comes as the U.S. IPO market shows signs of promise in 2024, with increasing investor interest in AI-based startups amid growing demand in artificial intelligence technology.
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Reported 12 months ago
The World Bank Group has launched a new loan and investment guarantee platform to triple guarantees and risk insurance to $20 billion annually by 2030. The initiative combines units from the World Bank, IFC, and MIGA, aiming to boost investments in risky regions like Africa and Ukraine. MIGA will innovate with new financing like carbon credits and off-grid energy solutions, while also attracting private sector investors. The project led by President Ajay Banga aims to streamline guarantee products and increase private capital in developing countries.
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Reported 12 months ago
Market experts analyze the potential consolidation in the streaming industry, with Paramount reported to consider merging Paramount Plus with another platform. The need for consolidation is discussed in light of competition and shifting consumer demands. Key players like Netflix, Amazon, and Disney are highlighted for their strong market positions, profitability, and diverse revenue streams. Discussions also touch upon regulatory challenges and the potential impact on industry dynamics, signaling a changing landscape in streaming services and the need for adaptation and strategic positioning.
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Reported 12 months ago
In the article, the hosts Josh Lipton and Seana Smith discussed the stabilizing trend in the crypto market, especially Bitcoin, and market expectations for the second half of 2024. Various experts shared insights on factors affecting the crypto market, such as ETF inflows, macroeconomic conditions, and potential impact of the ongoing US presidential election on crypto policies and regulations. The article also highlighted the increasing influence of the crypto lobby in shaping the narrative around cryptocurrencies beyond the election cycle.
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