Reported 8 months ago
SBS Korea Pop Music Festival, which usually takes place at the end of the year, will hold a summer festival on July 21 at Yongjong Island in Incheon this year. The first-ever Summer SBS Pop Music Festival will be hosted by NCT's DoYoung, IVE's YuJin, and TXT's YeonJun, who have previously hosted SBS music programs and are known for their unique hosting styles. The event will feature performances by various artists including ENHYPEN, (G)I-DLE, IVE, LE SSERAFIM, Lee Yong-ji, New Jeans, NMIXX, Stray Kids (SKZ), TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT), and ZEROBASEONE (ZB1).
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Reported 8 months ago
據維基解密消息，創辦人亞桑治已於6月24日離開英國監獄，並離開英國。他將認罪違反美國間諜法，以避免引渡並返回澳洲，將在塞班島受審後返回澳洲，不會面臨新的監禁。
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Reported 8 months ago
The Supervisory Yuan announced today that it will provide a constitutional interpretation and temporary measures for the parliamentary expansion case, in response to the opposition's plan to investigate abuse cases like 'superthinking eggs' during the interim period. The Secretary-General of the Supervisory Yuan, Li Junyi, stated that if all branches - the Legislative Yuan, Supervisory Yuan, and judiciary - carry out investigations, it raises questions on how administrative agencies would manage themselves, emphasizing that the Supervisory Yuan has been investigating 'superthinking eggs' since last October.
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Reported 8 months ago
As tensions escalate on the Korean Peninsula, US forces in South Korea made a rare public display on June 24 with the AC-130J Ghost Rider aircraft used for special operations, showcasing the strong S. Korea-US alliance. The AC-130J, stationed at Osan Air Base in Pyeongtaek, S. Korea, is utilized for ground support missions in combat with its side-mounted gun barrels and ability to carry various weapons for extended flights and aerial refueling, ensuring on-demand deployment. The US forces emphasized this deployment is not directed at recent Russian or N. Korean actions, with plans for the AC-130J to leave the peninsula this week, potentially joining S. Korea in the first-ever multi-domain joint military exercise 'Free Blade' with the US and Japan.
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Reported 8 months ago
A 32-year-old Taiwanese woman, Chien, fell to her death from the 12th floor of a building in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, while talking to her brother on the phone. Her brother heard a crash and asked her girlfriend, who was in the building, to check on her. After finding no sign of Chien, they discovered she had fallen from the building and died. Authorities ruled the incident as a suicide by jumping, and the body is awaiting identification by family members.
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Reported 8 months ago
The European Commission preliminarily found that Apple's AppStore terms violate digital market laws by hindering other app developers from freely directing consumers to alternative payment methods. This marks the first time the EU Commission has accused a company of wrongdoing under digital market laws. If Apple does not improve, they could face penalties of up to 10% of their global annual revenue, amounting to potentially billions of dollars.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, opposition parties call for investigating cases of abuse of power during the interim period. Lee Chun-chi, Secretary-General of the Control Yuan, expressed concerns that recent changes in parliamentary powers have damaged the principle of separation of powers, potentially turning the parliament into a constitutional monster. The Control Yuan's temporary suspension is in response to parliamentary power changes affecting the surveillance power originally allocated to the Control Yuan. Lee also highlighted potential confusion and disruption if all three branches of government investigate the same cases, emphasizing the importance of upholding the principle of separation of powers to protect democracy.
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Reported 8 months ago
Investors who were anticipating rate cuts from the Federal Reserve in the U.S. may be disappointed as analysts caution that the market could be mistaken about the timing and extent of future rate cuts. UBS analysts stated that investor expectations for Fed rate cuts have been a major driver of market sentiment since the beginning of the year. However, they emphasized that whether the Fed cuts rates in September or December, it will not have any substantial impact. Co-founder of Kynikos Associates, Rubinstein, predicted that the Fed is unlikely to cut rates before the November election to avoid excessive political turmoil. Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Summers also pointed out that the Fed and investors have a severely wrong view of inflation trends, warning against expecting a continual slowdown in inflation or significant rate drops.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, at 3:02 AM, China's Chang'e 6 successfully landed in Inner Mongolia carrying lunar samples from the far side of the Moon. Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulated the mission team for achieving the first-ever return of the lunar sample from the Moon's far side in human history, marking a significant milestone in China's space exploration efforts. The mission involved breakthroughs in key technologies and international cooperation, showcasing China's progress towards becoming a space power.
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Reported 8 months ago
During a recent legislative session, Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te faced a setback as key bills related to parliamentary reform were voted down. Lai responded by announcing plans to seek a constitutional interpretation, leading to a surge in online discussions. However, a study by TPOC Taiwan Issue Research Center revealed that Lai's online approval rating has significantly dropped since taking office, with a majority of netizens criticizing his move. This negative sentiment was fueled by various factors such as doubts over constitutional grounds, critiques of Lai's past statements, and support for parliamentary reform. The decline in approval rating was also impacted by the failure of parliament reform bills proposed by opposition parties. TPOC warned that ignoring public opinions and prolonging the deadlock between the executive and legislative branches could further harm Lai Ching-te and the Democratic Progressive Party's public perception.
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Reported 8 months ago
由美國廠商myCharge製造，由Costco獨家銷售的三款行動電源因過熱引發兩起火災，共計逾百件投訴，已被召回。涉及的產品為myCharge POWER HUB All-In-One 10,000mAh充電器，型號為AO10FK-A、AO10FK-B和AO10FK-C，共56萬7千個。消費者產品安全委員會呼籲受影響的消費者停止使用，並聯繫myCharge進行產品更換。
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Reported 8 months ago
Doctors are alarmed as COVID-19 cases surge this summer, with FLiRT variants emerging as a major concern making up over 50% of infections and showing increased contagiousness. Experts worry about how early this wave has started and the impact of waning immunity from previous vaccinations. Recommendations include considering booster shots, monitoring symptoms, testing, and following health protocols to stay safe amidst this spike in infections.
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Reported 8 months ago
Yahoo News reported that the 2024 U.S. presidential candidates Biden and former president Trump will have their first debate on June 27, focusing on topics such as age, economic and immigration policies, and international relations. The debate, hosted by CNN in Atlanta, aims to avoid the chaos of their 2020 debate. With Biden at 81 and Trump at 78, they would be the oldest candidates in U.S. history once officially nominated. The 90-minute debate is a key moment in this year's election, although the outcome's impact remains uncertain. The debate will not have audience, with strict rules in place to prevent interruptions and ensure a civilized discussion.
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Reported 8 months ago
The European Union has agreed to start membership negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, a significant step for the nations in moving closer to the West and reducing Russia's influence. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described this development as a dream come true for his citizens after over two years of conflict with Russia. The talks aim to align Ukraine and Moldova's laws and standards with those of the EU, although the actual negotiations may not commence for several months. The process involves bringing laws into line with the EU in various policy areas, with unanimous agreement required from all 27 member countries. Both Ukraine and Moldova face a long road ahead in meeting the EU accession criteria, but this achievement marks a significant milestone for their European aspirations.
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Reported 8 months ago
India has initiated a telecom spectrum auction valued at approximately 962.38 billion rupees ($11.53 billion), offering 10 GHz of radiowaves for sale. Analysts foresee subdued participation from companies due to existing spectrum holdings. The auction's reduced spectrum availability signals companies have met earlier bandwidth needs, with players like Bharti Airtel expected to bid for expiring spectrum, while Jio may be more selective. Vodafone Idea is likely to bid for expiring spectrum or to address coverage gaps. The auction, delayed until a new government was elected, may see minimal aggressive bidding as anticipated by analysts.
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Reported 8 months ago
TSMC's third P3 plant in Kaohsiung, covering 17.22 hectares, has been approved to change to a Category A industrial zone by the Kaohsiung Urban Planning Committee and has passed the Environmental Impact Assessment on June 25, 2024. After resolving soil pollution issues, it can proceed with applying for construction permits. The city government assures that water and electricity supply for the plant is secure. The project is part of Taiwan's semiconductor industry development plan, aiming to transform the area into a hub for advanced semiconductor industries and research.
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Reported 8 months ago
Feast Group recently opened three new stores: 'Open Meal Sichuan Restaurant' in Taipei East Metro Mall, and 'Feast Thai Duo' and 'Open Meal' in Chiayi Nice Plaza starting from June 25th. The Chiayi Nice store is the largest and seats the most customers in the entire country, with 186 seats and 4 private rooms available. The new Chiayi store integrates the popular panda mascot from Open Meal with the famous Alishan scenic spot in Chiayi to create an exclusive photo spot. There are also exclusive desserts such as 'Mung Bean and Coix Seed' available. Special opening promotions are offered at all three stores, including discounts and free gifts for customers.
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Reported 8 months ago
In recent years, many cheerleading squad members from Taiwan's professional baseball and basketball teams have transitioned into the entertainment industry. However, some netizens have pointed out that unlike in Japan and Korea, many squad members in Taiwan over the age of 30 are still dancing, leading to questions about why there are so many 'near-40-year-olds' in cheerleading squads. This issue was addressed by the Lexten Girls, with members like Kuo Yi, Meng Jie, and Yun Xi responding to the criticism by emphasizing their passion for cheerleading and rejecting the notion that age should limit their participation.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to Taiwan Expressway Administration, this summer holiday is expected to see a significant increase in travel vehicles on highways across the country. During the summer vacation period from July 1st to August 29th, traffic volume is estimated to be about 1.2 times higher than the average weekday traffic volume in 112 years. To address this issue, the Administration plans to implement five major highway traffic control measures during this period, including high occupancy restrictions, shoulder lane openings, alternative routes recommendations, construction suspensions on weekends, and ramp metering. They advise drivers to be cautious of possible congestion and vehicle malfunctions due to the hot weather and recommend using the 1968 App for emergencies.
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Reported 8 months ago
14 individuals including the mastermind, frontman, executives, and employees of a gambling group operating in Taiwan were arrested for laundering 600 million New Taiwan Dollars. The group used domestic and international sports events, as well as esports, as gambling targets to attract people to place bets. The authorities seized cash in different currencies, totaling around 2.08 million NTD, illegal gains from investment life insurance policies held by the mastermind exceeded 28 million NTD. The case is being investigated based on suspicions of money laundering, organized crime, gambling, and profiting from gambling.
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Reported 8 months ago
新冠疫情再次升溫，各大診所和醫院看病人潮暴增，胸腔內科醫師蘇一峰表示，許多病人確診新冠住院，甚至原本只是中風住院的病人也感染新冠。他呼籲人們忍受炎熱天氣，戴好口罩度過這波疫情，並分享院內情況。許多網友也留言表示身邊人紛紛感染，呼籲大家警覺。
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, at 3:25 am, the 58-year-old director surnamed Xu from the Aquaculture Research Institute at the Ministry of Agriculture collapsed in the lobby of the Legislative Yuan during a visit. Emergency personnel arrived on the scene but found no vital signs. He was rushed to National Taiwan University Hospital for emergency treatment. The cause of the incident is currently under investigation. The director remains unconscious.
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Reported 8 months ago
Media reports reveal that Chinese official media has set sights on Taiwan's TV political talk shows, participating heavily in the topics, scripts, and even monitoring the recording studio to confirm compliance with directives from the Taiwan Affairs Office. The DPP Legislative Yuan faction described the CCP's information war as a coordinated effort: the CCP provides materials and recipes, the KMT acts as the ‘master puppeteer’ to spin the desired narrative, and the TPP serves as the apprentice, assisting with adding substance. The political talk shows are viewed as mere couriers. In response, the DPP faction held a press conference denouncing Chinese interference in Taiwan media and expressing concerns over the infiltration of false information to influence public opinion.
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Reported 8 months ago
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns the public against phishing emails impersonating the Consular Affairs Bureau's 'Passport Photo Upload System' confirmation appointment emails. The Ministry advises to verify recent passport-related transactions, avoid clicking on email links, refrain from entering personal information like ID numbers, and contact the 165 Fraud Prevention Hotline if in doubt. The Consular Affairs Bureau has received reports of fraudulent emails attempting to deceive recipients into providing personal information or downloading malicious software.
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Reported 8 months ago
In a recent Instagram post, actress Sun Ke-fang shared her experiences of parenting after giving birth to her son last March. Despite her busy schedule, Sun continues to update fans on social media, revealing the challenges of sleep disruption and exhaustion that come with being a new mother. She shocked many fans by recounting how her baby started crying in the middle of the night shortly after being praised, a real-life example that left her reflecting on the superstitions surrounding infants. Sun admitted that being a new mom is more tiring than she had imagined, but she finds support in her husband who helps take care of their son. Fans empathized with her struggles and encouraged Sun to stay strong.
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