Reported 8 months ago
The Taipei City Government and Taiwan Intelligent Light continue to be at odds over the ongoing case, with both sides giving conflicting statements. While the city government had notified Taiwan Intelligent Light and the city police on April 8 to terminate the subcontract, the latter insists that the contract has not been terminated and claims the city government still owes them money. Taipei City Mayor Chiang Wan-an emphasized that the city government had officially issued a document to terminate the subcontract on April 8, firmly standing by their position in accordance with the law. Chiang Wan-an stressed the need to allow the authorities to investigate thoroughly and clarify the truth regarding the allegations.
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Reported 8 months ago
Reports suggest that a political talk show on a Taiwanese TV station had involvement from a Chinese Xinhua News Agency journalist, raising concerns over collusion between media and Chinese authorities. There are calls for a thorough investigation to uncover any ties between high-ranking officials and the National Communications Commission (NCC). Netizens express outrage over the blatant intrusion and potential consequences of compromising journalistic integrity. The NCC is reportedly looking into the matter, given its cross-strait implications.
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Reported 8 months ago
Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli sub-branch will be organizing the '113rd Job Exploration Experience Event for Persons with Disabilities' on July 10 and 12, in collaboration with Carrefour supermarket. The event aims to help individuals with disabilities explore suitable job opportunities and expand their employment directions. Activities include experiencing cashier services, product display, and customer interaction to enhance workplace skills and experiences. Registration is free and open now through the provided links.
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Reported 8 months ago
The director of the Fisheries Research Institute of the Ministry of Agriculture collapsed for unknown reasons in the lobby of the Legislative Yuan during a meeting this afternoon. Taipei City police and firefighters immediately assisted in sending him to National Taiwan University Hospital for emergency treatment. His breathing and heartbeat have been restored, but he has not yet regained consciousness. The exact cause is still under investigation. The Ministry of Agriculture has dispatched personnel to gather information, and family members have arrived at the hospital. The director's condition is currently stable, and whether the sudden collapse is related to the hot weather remains to be clarified by emergency physicians. Chief Editor: Yu Weining
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Reported 8 months ago
FTNN News Network - June 25, 2024, 3:13 AM: The Mona-Museum of Old and New Art in Tasmania, Australia, faced accusations of gender discrimination when a man was denied access to a Picasso painting hung in the women's restroom, leading to a court ruling in favor of allowing male visitors in the area. In response, the curator hung the Picasso painting in the women's restroom in protest. The museum, owned by Australian billionaire David Walsh, shut down the women's restroom instead of complying with the court order to allow access, prompting the curator's unconventional decision. The museum plans to appeal the ruling and suggests reclassifying the area to avoid gender discrimination claims under Tasmania's Anti-Discrimination Act. More details on the FTNN website.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, at 3:12 AM, the 58-year-old director surnamed Hsu from the Aquaculture Experiment Station of the Ministry of Agriculture collapsed and became comatose while preparing for a meeting at the Legislative Yuan in Zhongxing Building. Emergency personnel arrived to find him with no vital signs and immediately administered CPR before transferring him to a hospital. Although his breathing and heartbeat have temporarily been restored after treatment at Taipei General Hospital, he remains unconscious and is still undergoing treatment. Taipei City Fire Department reported the incident at 1:28 PM today, emphasizing the swift response and ongoing efforts to save his life.
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Reported 8 months ago
Due to the hot weather, with a daily production of over 120,000 boxes of domestically produced eggs (200 eggs per box), egg prices continue to decrease in Taiwan. Starting from today, the farmgate price has fallen by 2 yuan, reaching 25.5 NTD per catty, and the wholesale price will be 35 NTD on the 27th. This marks the sixth price reduction since late April. The lowest farmgate price in nearly four years was 23.5 NTD per catty in October of the 110th year of the Republic of China, just 2 NTD higher than the current price.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to a report by Yahoo Finance special correspondent Chen Yimin on June 25, 2024, global markets are welcoming an interest rate cut cycle. Looking at the past five years in the U.S., whenever there was a cycle of rate cuts or anticipation of rate cuts, the 10-year treasury yield would respond by decreasing. At the same time, the semiconductor stock index would lead the global stocks and bond markets upwards. The report by 日盛投信 also mentions that with the current interest rate environment, interest-sensitive semiconductor stocks are likely to outperform the global market. The report predicts a positive outlook for AI concept stocks to benefit as well.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, China passed a new law targeting individuals involved in separatist activities, with the harshest penalty being the death penalty. President Lai Ching-te responded firmly, stating that China has no authority to prosecute Taiwanese people beyond its borders. Meanwhile, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with the President of Poland in Beijing to deepen economic cooperation and discuss details of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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Reported 8 months ago
TVBS News Network reported on June 25, 2024, at 3:12 am that Qiu Fusheng, a film and television tycoon and former chairman of a Taiwan land development company, was involved in a securities law case where the company borrowed two billion from the private sector without recording it in the financial statements. As a result, six people were summoned for questioning. Initially ordered to pay a bail of 1.5 million, Qiu Fusheng had his movement restricted with electronic monitoring and residency terms due to inability to pay the bail amount.
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Reported 8 months ago
TSMC, while building a plant in Kaohsiung, is not only recruiting talents from the tech industry but has also caused a talent war with a screw factory in Gangshan. A 40-year-old screw factory, offering a monthly salary of 70,000 NT dollars to a mold maker, had the employee poached by TSMC for double the salary. To retain talents, the factory is actively collaborating with the Kaohsiung City Government to build worker dormitories, with some units reserved for employees to live in, and planning to offer the houses for free to employees after 15 years.
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Reported 8 months ago
Yahoo Fashion & Beauty editors curated a list of must-have designer bags for the first half of 2024, featuring items like the versatile Prada Buckle ideal for daily commuting, the practical LV Low Key, and the stylish Balenciaga Rodeo. Each bag offers a unique blend of functionality and fashion-forward design, catering to different preferences and styles in the world of luxury bags, enticing bag enthusiasts with a range of options to elevate their fashion game.
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Reported 8 months ago
根據媒體報導，我駐美大使俞大㵢被爆濫用公帑，包括購買奢侈品和讓妻子指揮使館人員，引起外界關注。國民黨立委徐巧芯指控俞大㵢像皇帝一樣行事，將就此質詢外交部長林佳龍，要求整肅駐外使節，維護道德標準。政府回應已展開調查處理。
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Reported 8 months ago
Point well taken, on June 25, 2024, at 3:10 in the morning, Lin You-chang was asked if he would run for New Taipei City Mayor. He replied that he always focuses on 'doing the job well no matter where he works,' whether as the Mayor of Keelung, Minister of the Interior, or Secretary-General of the DPP, he plays his role well. However, he also hinted with cryptic language...Read more: Facing recall, former Keelung Mayor Lin You-chang expresses profound sadness and frustration that the ruling party is not creating trouble. Lin You-chang: The current parliament is a blue and white ruling.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, a TVBS News report stated that a legislator's request for data on TSMC's facility recovery post-earthquake was questioned as potentially exposing trade secrets. The impact on business operations from providing such information remains a concern, with scholars noting that clear figures on production capacity and financial losses are vital for assessment.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, at 3:10 am, Lin Yu-chang was questioned if he would run for mayor of New Taipei City. He responded by emphasizing his commitment to performing his duties well in any position he holds, citing his past roles as the Mayor of Keelung, Minister of the Interior, and Secretary-General of the Democratic Progressive Party. While hinting at future plans, he also reflected on current political dynamics.
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Reported 8 months ago
Japanese married woman vlogger 'Black Wood Wife' often shares her cultural experiences in Taiwan on social media. Recently, she shared a video where she used a Taiwanese unique 'cooling sanitary pad' for the first time, causing an uncomfortable and hilarious reaction during filming, leading to concerns about being blacklisted by production companies. The video quickly gained over a million views in a day.
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Reported 8 months ago
The recall of Hsieh Kuo-liang is intensifying, with former Keelung Mayor Lin You-chang expressing heavyheartedness over the ongoing recall efforts in the city he once governed. Lin notes that the current higher standards demanded by Keelung residents towards their mayor signify progress in civil society.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, Annie Wu, previously known as the 'Mrs. Yuansu', had a legal confrontation with her former mother-in-law. She appeared alone in court, accusing her former mother-in-law of trespassing into her home without permission and recording with a phone, but the defendant's lawyer denied the filming. The two ended their 13-year marriage three years ago and have since been involved in multiple lawsuits, drawing media attention to their domestic disputes.
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Reported 8 months ago
US Ambassador Ken Salazar visited Michoacan, Mexico, to support American agricultural inspectors, a week after the US suspended avocado and mango inspections due to an attack on inspectors. The state, known for avocado production and organized crime violence, agreed on a security plan to resume avocado exports. Both the US and Mexico are collaborating to ensure the safety of inspectors amidst threats and criminal activities in the region.
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Reported 8 months ago
Netflix plans to launch a 'free with ads' service in some markets, allowing users to watch Netflix shows for free with the condition of viewing ads. Facing significant fluctuations in subscriber numbers and unsuccessful attempts with low-priced ad plans, Netflix aims to boost subscribers by offering a free version in markets where the advertising market is large and free TV channels are popular, particularly in Europe and Asia. Despite dominating the streaming video sector, Netflix ranks poorly in the digital advertising market and is considering introducing more ads to increase revenue as user growth slows down.
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Reported 8 months ago
Taiwan's stock market experienced a significant morning drop of over 300 points but managed to turn positive by the end of the day, closing at 22,875 points with a 62.27-point increase. Foreign investors continued to be net sellers, with a total of NT$12.7 billion sold today, marking the third consecutive day of net selling. Meanwhile, proprietary traders sold NT$2.5 billion for the third day in a row, while investment trusts remained buyers, purchasing NT$4.1 billion. In total, the three major institutional investors were net sellers of NT$11.1 billion. Overall market capitalization rose to NT$72.893 trillion.
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Reported 8 months ago
In Taipei's Neihu district, a 55-year-old currency trader was robbed at knifepoint by two suspects, forced to transfer 700,000 TWD worth of Tether, and then abandoned. The police arrested the suspects and found the stolen money. The suspects confessed due to financial issues and are facing charges of robbery, deprivation of liberty, and injury.
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Reported 8 months ago
The European Council officially announced through its website on June 25, 2024, that the European Union will implement the 14th round of sanctions against Russia, focusing on high-value sectors in the Russian economy such as energy, finance, and trade. This round of sanctions includes a ban on the transit of Russian liquefied natural gas. The EU added 27 vessels, including oil tankers and LNG carriers, to the sanctioned entity list. This marks the EU's first sanctions on liquefied natural gas, making it harder for Russia to evade EU sanctions, thereby limiting Russia's economic strength. The EU also prohibits new investments in Russia and restricts the use of Russia's SPFS financial messaging system. This is part of the EU's efforts to further undermine Russia's trade capabilities.
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