Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, the Ministry of the Interior in Taiwan announced amendments to the 'Act on Supplementing Soldiers for Conscription Positions Due to Family Factors and Alternative Service Positions' to address decreased military personnel amid rising tensions between both sides. The revisions aim to supplement soldiers by allowing certain individuals to serve based on family factors or alternative service positions, expecting an increase of around 1,925 regular soldiers returning annually and about 2,560 transitioning to alternative service. The adjustments aim to maintain a fair military service system. The amendments also involve increases in living allowances for obligated servicemen and adjustments in terms of service durations and salaries, aligning with national defense needs and ensuring family support during service.
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Reported 8 months ago
Pet trainer and internet celebrity 'Bear Dad' Wang Yu-chih has gained popularity with his channel 'Bear Dad Estimates Dogs,' and recently gave a talk at Taipei Ocean University, where he humorously advised a student to remove the doorbell if a dog barks at it. Bear Dad, dubbed 'Taiwan's number one pet trainer,' explained that dogs' behavior is a way of communication and encouraged owners not to worry about spoiling their pets or about their status, as dogs are very affectionate towards their owners. He also reminded people not to constantly hold and touch dogs at home, as dogs also need alone time to rest.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, Uni-President Lions will face Rakuten Monkeys at home, with the chance to secure the first-half championship with a win. Coaches of Uni-President, including Kao Chih-Kang and Lin Yueh-Ping, stressed the significance of mindset in facing this crucial game. Although Lin has led the team to three championships since taking over, he maintains a focused approach, stating it's just his job. The coaches highlighted the need for players to be mentally prepared for the game, with Kao emphasizing the crucial role of mindset in such competitive scenarios.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to a report by SET News on June 25, 2024, Wu Si-yao criticized Chen Yu-chen for behaving like a Chinese patrol ship monitoring Taiwan's TV political talk shows, accusing her of involvement in topics and scripts, as well as personally stalking in the recording studio to ensure compliance with China’s Taiwan Affairs Office requirements. The incident sparked an altercation between Chen and DPP legislators, with Wu comparing Chen's actions to aggressive behavior of Chinese ships in Taiwanese waters, questioning if it was done with goodwill. Wu further criticized Chen's behavior as provocative and indicative of a double standard in dealing with China compared to internal colleagues, drawing parallels to Chinese patrol ships harassing Taiwanese fishermen.
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Reported 8 months ago
A well-known female netizen expressed her preference for traveling to Japan as she gets older, citing reasons such as convenience, delicious food, and affordable rates in Japanese yen. She mentioned having visited various countries including the US and South Africa but now primarily enjoys traveling within Asia, especially to Japan. The ease of transportation, self-service machines, and the language not being a significant barrier were highlighted as factors that make Japan an attractive destination for her. The netizen's post on PTT garnered responses from others sharing similar sentiments and preferences for low-hassle travel experiences, with some mentioning their desire to visit Japan for relaxation and indulgence in local culture and cuisine.
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Reported 8 months ago
台中銀掏空案外爆案外案！金管會檢查局爆出內部員工涉洩露機密給台中銀前董座祕書，導致金管會今年5月遭搜索。金管會將調離該員工工作組別，調整職務內容，將來將對同仁進行懲處。整起事件震驚官員，金管會成立20多年來首見此情形。
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Reported 8 months ago
Airbus revised key industrial and financial goals, taking a 900-million-euro charge for its space activities due to supply issues and commercial risks. This resulted in Airbus shares falling in Paris. The company reduced its delivery forecast for this year to about 770 jets from 800 and delayed its production speed target for the A320neo family. As a result, Airbus lowered its financial targets for 2024, expecting lower operating income and cash flow. The aerospace giant faces challenges in parts shortages and supply chain stability post-pandemic.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, a Thai man who was bedridden due to COVID-19 was found dead after vomiting blood. The resurgence of the KP.2 strain has led to heightened alertness globally, with reports of unique cases. In addition to immediate symptoms upon diagnosis, concerns are rising about post-acute sequelae of COVID-19. The 40-year-old patient from Thailand's Nakhon Lampang Province, affected by COVID-19, had difficulty walking and passed away unexpectedly, drawing authorities' attention. Despite no signs of abuse or trauma, blood around the mouth suggests possible blood vomit. The victim's mother mentioned his inability to walk properly and no prior medical history, expressing hope for a swift investigation into the cause of death. Medical professionals indicated common symptoms of the KP.2 strain are fatigue, shortness of breath, loss of smell, and muscle pain.
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Reported 8 months ago
A female college student from Yuan Ze University recently sparked anger online by bringing her pet reptile to a sushi restaurant and placing it on a soy sauce dish for photos. Despite the public backlash, the health bureau clarified that the student cannot be fined, and the responsibility lies with the business owner to ensure food hygiene. This incident has raised concerns over food safety in the food industry, with the potential for the business to face fines for not implementing proper control measures regarding customers bringing pets to dine in.
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Reported 8 months ago
In a parking lot in Lingya District, Kaohsiung where parking spaces are scarce, a Mercedes-Benz C300 driver blocked a departing bus while attempting to park in a space, leading to a confrontation where the bus driver continuously honked. The Mercedes-Benz driver, unhappy, got out of the car and angrily tapped on the bus window, resulting in a heated argument before leaving the scene without parking. The police stated that the temporary parking behavior violated the Road Traffic Management Penalty Regulations and will notify the driver for questioning. Parking disputes like this one are not uncommon and highlight the importance of following road traffic regulations to avoid conflicts.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, MAC Commissioner Qiu Chui-zheng confirmed that Chinese officials were monitoring Taiwan political talk shows. The Chinese reporter involved has been rotated back to China. This event has sparked discussions after reports emerged that the Xinhua News Agency reporter in Taiwan was deeply involved in the production of a domestic TV political talk show, influencing its content to meet China's Taiwan Affairs Office requirements. Questions were raised in the Legislative Yuan about why the reporter wasn't stopped earlier. Premier Su Tseng-chang stated that the Mainland Affairs Council is investigating the matter with the Ministry of Culture.
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Reported 8 months ago
To help the public understand the achievements of national defense autonomy, the Armaments Bureau Production Manufacturing Center arranged for military journalists to visit the prototype of a 105mm wheeled tank at the 209th factory in Nantou on June 25, 2024. The tank demonstrates the concrete results of 'national vehicle, domestically made' through first-time public static explanations and dynamic displays. The future plan includes a budget of NT$290 million allocated by the Armaments Bureau and the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology to complete the third prototype in 2025. The wheeled tank features a 105mm tank gun turret with the ability to fire while moving in a powerful armor-piercing capacity, achieving various successful tests and evaluations.
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Reported 8 months ago
小S在出席訊聯生技集團25週年活動記者會時透露自己不打算生第四胎，因為和老公已經很久沒有性行為。她表示目前更重視健康，每天瘋狂運動並保持健康飲食，狀態非常好。此外，小S提到自己的大女兒準備到美國讀書，她雖然不捨，但希望女兒能學會獨立。小S還分享對金智媛和周杰倫的喜愛，並逗趣地表達自己是金智媛的忠實粉絲。
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Reported 8 months ago
According to Japan Meteorological Agency, a magnitude 5.6 earthquake occurred in Tokyo offshore in the early evening of June 25th. The epicenter was in the ocean east of Hachijo island at a depth of 40 kilometers, without a tsunami risk. Areas including Hachijo, Shinjuku, and other locations in Tokyo, Miyagi, Fukushima, Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, Saitama, Chiba, Kanagawa, Yamanashi, Shizuoka experienced noticeable shaking. Taiwan expat reveals nearly 40% of men have experienced premature ejaculation, while a urine specialist shares 4 simple exercises to address the issue.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) accuses Ko Wen-je of 'emperor' claims five times, showing a radical imperial mentality. President Lai Ching-te yesterday decided to request a constitutional interpretation and temporary disposal in response to the Legislative Yuan's exercise of power, but was challenged by People First Party Chairman Ko Wen-je, comparing a nation's downfall to having a radical leader like Hitler. DPP criticizes Ko for his authoritarian tendencies and warns him to respect constitutional procedures and democratic values, rather than use authoritarian attitudes to disrupt social harmony and create societal divisions.
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Reported 8 months ago
In a June 25, 2024, program on SET News, DPP legislator Wu Pei-yi accused KMT legislator Hung Meng-kai of requesting sensitive information from a National Science Council official, leading to a defamation counter-suit by Hung. Taipei City Councilor Miao Po-ya commented on the show that based on the released transcripts and video recordings from the legislature, Hung did indeed ask for sensitive information from the Council official regarding Taiwan Semiconductor and said, 'I will give it to you later.' Miao questioned Hung, 'If you say that only corruption investigations would require companies to provide sensitive information, then what corruption case involving Taiwan Semiconductor prompted your inquiry?'
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Reported 8 months ago
South Korean actress Seo Yoo Ji, aged 34, who rose to fame in all of Asia after starring in 'It's Okay to Not Be Okay' in 2020, has been relatively silent for the past four years following a series of controversies including alleged psychological manipulation of ex-boyfriend Kim Jung Hyun, falsely claiming to have studied at a university in Spain, campus bullying, and on-set smoking and cursing incidents. Recently, it was revealed that she has signed with a new agency, SUBLIME, becoming the junior to actor Song Kang Ho and Girls' Generation's Tiffany. Seo Yoo Ji left her former agency GOLDMEDALIST in November 2023 and is now confirmed to have joined SUBLIME, an agency representing renowned artists like Song Kang Ho and many others.
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Reported 8 months ago
In a first-time incident in 20 years, Taiwan's Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) revealed an insider leak in the Taichung Bank embezzlement case, expressing shock and pledging to enhance internal controls. The FSC inspection bureau personnel leaked a prosecutor's report to Taichung Commercial Bank, resulting in charges of dereliction of duty. FSC Chairman, Pen Keng-lung, stated the commission was profoundly shocked but committed to reinforcing internal controls and education. The case involves former chairman of Taichung Commercial Bank, Wang Kuei-feng, embezzling over 1.1 billion NT dollars, treating the bank as a personal treasure trove by renting luxury jets, top-end cars, and mansions.
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Reported 8 months ago
In Taipei, a daring 'woman in black' stole a bus and drove it from Songshan District to Nangang District within half an hour while the bus driver was briefly away. Fortunately, the bus was located through GPS tracking, recovered in Nangang District, and the police have identified the woman and are actively pursuing her. The suspect, a 40-year-old woman surnamed Liu with a theft record, abandoned the bus due to lack of driving experience when it got stuck on a bend and fled on foot and then another bus. It's the first time a bus theft incident has occurred in Taipei.
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Reported 8 months ago
In the investigation of Taichung Commercial Bank's embezzlement, it was found that former chairman Wang Guifeng had treated the bank as his personal safe, renting luxury private jets and cars, and embezzling assets worth 1.1 billion. Shockingly, an auditor from the FSC became an insider, leaking audit information to the bank. The FSC expressed shock and regret, promising to take disciplinary actions according to internal regulations. This incident marks the first in 20 years and has prompted the FSC to enhance employee education and cooperate with investigations.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, Guo Hongzhang announced that Air Force Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Cao Jinping, will be promoted to Air Force Deputy Commander on July 1, 2024, as part of the second wave of military personnel changes approved by President Tsai Ing-wen after her inauguration on May 20. This wave also includes the promotion of female colonel Zhu Huifang to major general, making a total of 5 female general officers in the Taiwanese military, setting a new record. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, with potential further adjustments in the Air Force and Navy.
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Reported 8 months ago
新的研究表明，即使在80岁时，改善饮食和运动也能延长一个人的寿命。来自中国和美国的一组医生和科学家发现，晚年的健康生活方式可以增加一个人成为百岁老人的机会。研究评估了5000多名中国老年人的数据，大多数年龄在80岁以上，其中包括超过1500名活到100岁的老人。他们指出，遵循健康的生活方式在晚年同样重要。这些发现表明，“制定改善老年人生活方式行为的策略计划可能在促进健康老龄化和长寿方面起着关键作用。”然而，研究小组警告称，他们无法准确考虑“社会经济地位，如家庭收入和职业”，这些因素在其他地方已经显示会影响健康和长寿。
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Reported 8 months ago
A recent study debunked the belief that severe cases of enterovirus are related to high blood sugar levels caused by consuming sweet foods. The Taiwan Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society recommends feeding children with enterovirus symptoms like mouth ulcers and poor appetite with pudding, ice cream, or cold drinks to alleviate discomfort and prevent dehydration. The association clarified that severe cases with high blood sugar levels are due to the virus affecting the brain and causing inflammation, not from consuming sweets excessively. It is crucial to monitor children's vital signs during enterovirus infections and seek medical advice rather than restrict sweet intake to avoid dehydration and extended hospital stays.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, Chinese police issued a bulletin regarding the attack on a Japanese individual in Suzhou, where a 52-year-old unemployed man assaulted a mother and son, with attempts to board a school bus. The police statement revealed that the suspect was apprehended, while the Japanese victims sustained injuries but were in stable condition. This incident, mirroring similar attacks by middle-aged unemployed men, highlights concerns over random attacks amidst China's economic challenges.
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Reported 8 months ago
A plainclothes police officer named Weng from the Sanchong Police Department in New Taipei City mistook veteran Huang for a wanted fugitive, leading to a violent altercation between the two parties. After a court trial, on June 25, Huang was acquitted, while officer Weng was sentenced to 5 months in prison for assault and 10 days in detention for coercion. The incident began on September 20, 2022, when Officer Weng mistakenly approached Huang, a former special forces paratrooper, thinking he was the fugitive. The situation escalated into a physical confrontation, involving multiple officers and resulting in injuries to all parties involved.
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