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KMT Proposes Increasing Recall Threshold, DPP Reacts

Reported 12 months ago

The KMT legislative caucus has proposed amending the 'Public Servants Election and Recall Act' to raise the recall threshold, sparking debate between the ruling party and the opposition. DPP caucus convener Ker Chien-ming criticized the KMT for potentially sending Keelung Mayor Xie Guo-liang to the guillotine if the amendment passed, and emphasized the importance of understanding the reasons behind recalls. Both sides are engaging in a political battle over the issue, with the DPP warning that the amendment could be the last straw that breaks the KMT's back.

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Taiwanese Temple Asked to Store Ammunition? Legislator Hsieh Lung-chieh Accuses Lai Ching-te of 'Vote Buying': Saying Airborne Troops Won't See Combat Before Election

Reported 12 months ago

Recently, several temples in Miaoli County received documents from the Miaoli County Reserve Command requesting their assistance in signing the 'Ammunition Pre-stock Support Agreement,' allowing ammunition reserves to be stored on temple premises. KMT legislator Hsieh Lung-chieh questioned President Lai's pre-election statement that conscripts wouldn't see combat and criticized the request to store ammunition in temples post-election as deceptive to voters. Hsieh raised concerns about potential risks and the violation of religious sanctuaries for military purposes, questioning the urgency behind the decision by Defense Minister Kao and President Lai. He also criticized the selective storage of ammunition and the discrepancy in political promises regarding conscription and national security.

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Taiwan's Presidential Candidates Disagree on AI Industry's Regional Development

Reported 12 months ago

Zhang Shan-cheng pointed out that Taoyuan currently hosts the largest data center in Taiwan and disclosed that an international giant will announce the establishment of a data center there next week. President Lai Ching-te advocated for the gradual placement of AI-related industries in Kaohsiung and the southern region, aiming to balance development in Taiwan. However, Taoyuan Mayor Zhang Shan-cheng disagreed with the idea of regional relocation, stating that AI development should be spread across Taiwan, and emphasized the diverse potential for AI industries from north to south on a global scale. Zhang also highlighted Taoyuan's leading role in data center infrastructure and its future prospects in AI applications.

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Actress's Hermes Scarf on Versace Bag Grabbed Attention!

Reported 12 months ago

On July 1, 2024, actress 成語蕎 faced accusations of carrying a fake Hermes scarf on her Versace bag after a netizen noticed a 'Made in China' label on the scarf. Responding to the allegations, 成語蕎 clarified that her father mistakenly placed the scarf on the bag and that the authentic Hermes scarf was still in the closet. Apologizing for the confusion, she attributed the mix-up to her father's age affecting his memory. This incident occurred after she proudly displayed her father's gift of a Versace bag worth around 60,000 yuan on a TV show, emphasizing the father-daughter bond.

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【女性熱門話題】盤點6個常見的「毀容式護膚」保養品,買貴卻無效?!

Reported 12 months ago

Yahoo奇摩時尚美妝影音2024年7月1日,從洗臉頻率、去角質次數、上化妝水的手法到防曬,這些因素都會影響肌膚狀態,想好好保養臉部皮膚的人一定要避免某些護膚品帶來的風險!

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Chinese Man Marries Foreign 19-Year-Old, Sparks Controversy Online

Reported 12 months ago

A 37-year-old man from Hunan, China, marrying a young foreign bride from Vietnam who was already pregnant caused a stir online, with netizens criticizing the act as 'selling human trafficking.' Similar incidents involving foreign brides from Vietnam marrying Chinese men have been met with backlash, with accusations of treating women as mere tools for reproduction and children as commodities. However, some netizens presented different perspectives, suggesting that the brides may view the marriages differently due to their circumstances in Vietnam.

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Legislation to Raise Threshold for Dismissal of Public Officials? Key Seat-holder Mak Yuchun Takes a Stand

Reported 12 months ago

The Legislative Yuan's Internal Administration Committee is set to review the amendment bill of the Public Official Elections and Recall Act. Mak Yuchun, a legislator from the People's Party, plays a crucial role in the 6-6 split among blue and green seats after excluding convener Kao Chin Su-mei. She has reiterated the party's stance against raising the threshold for dismissal, emphasizing the need for a rational and fair recall system to prevent misuse of power by political parties and to protect the people's rights.

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Chia Shao-kang criticizes DPP for launching recall against Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang: 'Flipping the table after losing'

Reported 12 months ago

Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang faces a recall challenge with former Central Broadcasting System Chairman Chia Shao-kang questioning the reasons behind it. Chia criticized the Democratic Progressive Party for initiating a 'big recall era' and warned that if the recall is successful, it could lead to endless retaliation between the ruling party and opposition, which is not beneficial to the country. Chia also raised concerns about flaws in the recall signature verification process and called for thorough measures to protect Keelung citizens from being used as 'recall puppets.'

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Parliamentary Power Amendment: Control Yuan Requests Constitutional Interpretation and Emergency Measures Today

Reported 12 months ago

Control Yuan, represented by the Director of the Inspection and Investigation Bureau, Yang Chang-xian, along with attorney Li Yuan-de, submitted a request for constitutional interpretation and temporary measures at the Constitutional Court regarding amendments related to parliamentary powers in the 'Legislative Yuan Exercise of Powers Act' and 'Criminal Code'. This action marks the fourth constitutional institution to simultaneously request constitutional interpretation. The amendments were passed on May 28 by the Legislative Yuan and became effective on June 26, despite objections from the Executive Yuan and President's Office. Control Yuan argues that these amendments infringe on their investigative rights and violate the principle of separation of powers as per the Constitution.

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George Leaves Clippers and Joins 76ers as New Big Three

Reported 12 months ago

NBA star Paul George confirmed his departure from the Clippers and signed a $212 million max contract with the 76ers to form a new Big Three with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. This move breaks up the previous trio of Harden, Leonard, and George in the Clippers, with Harden also reportedly agreeing to a $70 million contract extension with the team. George's decision to join the 76ers signifies a major shift in the league's Eastern Conference, creating a new powerhouse team with MVP Embiid and rising star Maxey.

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Taiwan CPC does not adjust the price of bottled gas in July: to compensate for the previously frozen hike absorption

Reported 12 months ago

On July 1, 2024, at 4:53 am, CPC announced that the price of bottled gas in July will not be adjusted. According to CPC, the price of liquefied petroleum gas (bottled gas) for household use, propane and butane for industrial use, mixed propane-butane, and car-use liquefied petroleum gas will remain unchanged starting from midnight on July 2. Although the formula suggests a reduction of 0.3 NT dollars per kilogram for bottled gas, CPC will not adjust the price in July to comply with the government's policy on stabilizing prices. Instead, part of the absorbing amount (15.5 NT dollars per kilogram) will be compensated first, with the remaining amount (15.2 NT dollars per kilogram) to be compensated when international prices decrease in the future.

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Massive Fire at Yunlin Construction Site, Chemical Trucks Deployed

Reported 12 months ago

A massive fire broke out in an open-air construction site in Yunlin County, Taiwan, causing about 100 square meters of area to burn down. The fire was fueled by the high temperatures and strong winds, prompting the dispatch of 14 firefighting vehicles and over 50 personnel to the scene. Chemical trucks were used to extinguish the flames due to the flammable nature of the construction materials. Fortunately, there were no casualties, and investigations are ongoing to determine the cause and extent of the damage.

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South Africa's Ruling ANC Falls Below Majority in Parliament for the First Time, Forms Unity Government Giving Up Nearly 40% of Ministries

Reported 12 months ago

Yahoo News reported that following the national election at the end of May, South Africa announced the post-election government list on June 30, revealing that the ruling African National Congress (ANC) failed to secure a majority in parliament for the first time in 30 years, resulting in giving up 12 out of 32 ministries to opposition parties. President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that the formation of the current national unity government (GNU) is unprecedented in South Africa's democratic history, with other political parties like the Democratic Alliance, Inkatha Freedom Party, Patriotic Alliance, and Freedom-Front Plus gaining ministries in the new government. The focus of the new government is on promoting rapid, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth and addressing poverty, inequality, and unemployment to create a more just society.

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Shen Zhengnan reveals blue, green, and white calculations in the upcoming political battlefield of Hsieh Kuo-liang's recall case

Reported 12 months ago

Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang faces a recall challenge, with the Kuomintang issuing a 'solid support order' to combat it. Dr. Shen Zhengnan commented that the recall case is the next political battleground, exacerbated by the recent parliamentary reform bill causing intensified conflicts among the political parties. Supporters claim the recall initiative against Hsieh is privately funded, but Dr. Shen believes it is backed by the green camp. The case has already surpassed the threshold for a recall vote, with potentially significant implications for future elections and party dynamics.

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Widow Unable to Withdraw Inherited Assets! Bank Acknowledges Disappearance of Almost 600,000 RMB

Reported 12 months ago

In a bizarre case in China, a woman named Deng was unable to withdraw the remaining amount of 133,900 RMB (approximately 599,000 NTD) from her deceased husband's account at the Agricultural Bank of China Pingli County Branch for two years, only to find the money inexplicably missing. This incident sparked public outrage, leading the bank to issue a clarification statement on June 29th. The bank attributed the mistake to a clerical error and pledged to handle the matter seriously, promising to improve the competency of its staff in the future.

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Driver Crashes into Slow-Moving and Construction Vehicles on National Highway No. 3, Causing Injuries

Reported 12 months ago

In Miaoli County, Taiwan, on July 1, 2024, at around 10 a.m., a man surnamed Wang drove an SUV on National Highway No. 3 and collided with a slow-moving vehicle and a construction vehicle, resulting in severe damage to the SUV and damage to the rear of the other vehicles. The accident left one fractured rib, one twisted foot, and minor injuries to three individuals who were promptly taken to hospitals. The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation.

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金鐘男配拍戲吃蛋黃酥 超敬業演技嚇到其他演員

Reported 12 months ago

金鐘男配馬力歐在演出《我的意外室友》時展現超敬業態度,拍攝吃蛋黃酥戲碼時數量驚人,使用真槍實彈拍攝更讓劇組人員看了瑟瑟發抖。其他演員也都吃下不少蛋黃酥,相互支持完成戲中心願。此外,劇中醫生角色嚴正嵐在拍攝過程因身體不適昏倒,演員楊麗音真情演出扛起嚴正嵐送醫,感受身體肌肉的實際重量,供裝遇熱天氣跟戲中假髮造型拍攝困難。

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French MeToo: Directors Benoît Jacquot & Jacques Doillon Taken Into Police Custody For Questioning Over Sexual Assault Allegations

Reported 12 months ago

French directors Benoît Jacquot and Jacques Doillon have been detained for questioning on sexual assault allegations by actress Judith Godrèche. The accusations have sparked a MeToo movement in France, with Godrèche filing complaints against Jacquot and Doillon for rape-related offenses. Other actresses have also come forward with their own complaints. The directors have denied the allegations, and their lawyers criticized the custody measure, emphasizing the presumption of innocence.

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Singer's Mention of Tiananmen Incident at Golden Melody Awards Leads to Decreased Popularity in China

Reported 12 months ago

At the 35th Golden Melody Awards, singer Baine received the Best Taiwanese Album Award and mentioned the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Incident during her acceptance speech. This caused her songs and discussions to disappear in China. Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh of the Mainland Affairs Council commented that mainland Chinese singers are scared when they hear 'Tiananmen' and may voluntarily avoid coming to Taiwan. He emphasized that while Taiwan welcomes mainland artists and athletes, the display of national flags by Taiwanese audiences during sports events sometimes makes mainland teams uncomfortable and may lead them to avoid coming to Taiwan.

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New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi Appoints Agriculture Bureau Chief Li Wen as Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs... Ministry of Foreign Affairs Responds 'No Promotion or Special Arrangement': Qualified for the Position, Not Transferred to the Political Affairs Office as Rumored

Reported 12 months ago

According to a report, New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi has appointed former agriculture bureau chief Li Wen as deputy minister of foreign affairs. Responding to concerns raised by some Green Party members, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Li meets the qualifications for the position and is currently serving as a deputy minister without being promoted or specially arranged, contrary to rumors. Li's appointment, along with other personnel changes within the city government, has sparked controversy and speculation among politicians and the public.

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Damaged Tiles in Taoyuan Swimming Pool Cut and Injure Male Student; Huang Chiung-hui Urges Sports Bureau to Allocate Budget for Repairs

Reported 12 months ago

A 16-year-old male student surnamed Chen in Taoyuan City was swimming at the Taoyuan Municipal Swimming Pool on June 29 around 2 pm when a damaged and loose tile in the pool caused a cut at a recessed area that makes it easy to get out of the pool, resulting in two stitches. Democratic Progressive Party councilor Huang Chiung-hui received complaints from the public and inspected the site, finding multiple damaged tiles posing risks of injury. She urged the Sports Bureau to address the aging equipment in the municipal swimming pool by actually allocating a budget for repairs instead of just patching the issue. Huang conducted an on-site survey herself and discovered several damaged and loose tiles inside the pool.

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Tang Ling's 'Medical Miracle' - Spent 5 Million Fighting Cancer Successfully, Yang Huai-min Reveals Status of Di Ying

Reported 12 months ago

Tang Ling recently revealed that after a long and arduous battle with cancer, her major illness card has been canceled, and doctors declared her physical condition to be the same as normal. She expressed happiness and gratitude for regaining a healthy body and disclosed spending around 4 to 5 million NT dollars during her 5-year cancer fight. Yang Huai-min also participated in the event, sharing about Di Ying's current situation and expressing care for her amidst recent negative media attention towards her son, Sun An-zuo.

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Huang Zitao and Xu Yiyang Spotted Dining Out with Family, Prompting Speculations, Company Responds Quickly

Reported 12 months ago

Entertainment news on July 1, 2024, reported that Huang Zitao and Xu Yiyang were caught dining out with family, sparking speculations among netizens. Many believe the rumor that they have children. The company has responded promptly to address the situation.

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00927分紅初估0.64元 創新高!想領分紅最晚在這天買進

Reported 12 months ago

群益半導體收益ETF(00927)預估每受益權單位將配發0.64元初估分紅,約3.01%殖利率,除息日為7月19日,買進截止日為7月18日,分紅發放日為8月9日。今年已漲近21.77%的00927持股主要包括台積電、聯發科、聯電等,成為台股半導體ETF。專家建議投資人可透過該ETF參與台灣半導體產業成長,兼顧收益需求,受惠於全球半導體製造業與AI發展,未來產業預估成長力道更強勁。

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Newest Poll on Extending Nuclear Power Plant Operation Released! 64.1% Agree

Reported 12 months ago

Concerned about power supply, the Kuomintang party is pushing for legislation to extend the operating years of nuclear power plants. According to a recent poll, 64.1% of the people surveyed agree with this proposition. The survey also reflects divided public opinions on the confidence in the government's ability to provide stable electricity for industries and citizens. Recent power outages in some areas have raised concerns, and the poll shows that a majority of respondents believe it is necessary to extend the operation of nuclear power plants in Taiwan.

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