Reported 8 months ago
In her first collaboration with Huang Wen-Xing on June 24, 2024, Jin Wen (right) admitted to feeling unsettled by his gaze. Jin Wen has recently taken on the role of the cry scene master in the 8 pm drama 'Glory of Love,' crying for six scenes in a day which left her eyes dry, swollen, and barely able to open. After seeking emergency treatment, she was surprised when the doctor recognized her as her character 'Chun Xiang' even without makeup and glasses. Due to her eyes being sensitive and inflamed from consecutive days of crying scenes, Jin Wen also shared her experience acting with Huang Wen-Xing and how his intimidating gaze during a warning scene left her trembling and anxious, even lingering with fear. To cope with the high-pressure filming, Jin Wen enjoys dancing with her co-stars to relieve stress and create a relaxed atmosphere behind the scenes.
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Reported 8 months ago
LIVE JAPAN Video: On June 24, 2024, at 12:00 PM, take a 1-hour Shinkansen ride from Tokyo to Shizuoka to hand-pick tea leaves and immerse in Japanese tea culture. More details can be found here: https://reurl.cc/yLlr7M
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Reported 8 months ago
To encourage domestic travel, Taiwan's Tourism Bureau has partnered with 60 accommodation providers to offer special weekday stay discounts, available through the newly created 'Accommodations Discount Section' on the Taiwan Lodging website. This initiative includes over 1,000 discount options, particularly highlighting offerings in Hualien and discounts linked to various local events. As travel habits evolve post-pandemic, the accommodation market is diversifying, with major brands launching sub-brands to cater to different customer needs. The scheme aims to alleviate the concentration of domestic travel on weekends by promoting weekday outings.
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Reported 8 months ago
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te signed the Parliament Powers Amendment Act and immediately announced to file for constitutional interpretation and temporary disposal to safeguard constitutional order and protect people's rights. President Lai signed the Legislative Yuan's third reading of the 'Legislative Yuan Powers Act' and amendments to the 'Republic of China Criminal Code,' emphasizing the need for parliamentary reform to be legal and constitutional. The reform was criticized for attempting to change constitutional designs, causing doubts about expanding the powers of legislators. President Lai's decision aims to ensure the constitutionality and legitimacy of the legislation through the Constitutional Court. He stressed the importance of upholding constitutional order and urged respect and acceptance from all parties regardless of the constitutional interpretation's outcome.
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Reported 8 months ago
President Lai Ching-te welcomed Prime Minister Terrance Drew and his spouse of Saint Kitts and Nevis with a grand military ceremony in Taiwan, emphasizing cooperation in healthcare, agriculture, women's empowerment, and shared democratic values for a better future. President Lai expressed gratitude for Saint Kitts and Nevis' support in Taiwan's international participation and highlighted the countries' fruitful collaboration in various fields, aiming to continue strengthening ties and achieving mutual benefits.
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Reported 8 months ago
Media reports have exposed the 'China Institute of Management Science' for setting up subordinate institutions and selling training certificates without proper verification, causing doubts about their credibility. The institution had its registration revoked on the 23rd by Chinese authorities for engaging in activities outside its registered scope, expanding business operations to profit from selling vocational training certificates, and misleadingly using 'China' in advertising and organizing events, leading to societal unrest. This organization, known for research in management science, faced long-standing issues like setting up unauthorized branches and mass-selling certificates. It was said to be creating sub-structures while vying for superior supervising units and internally conflicting, yet also selling certificates stamped by its academic committee. Reports also mention unclear affiliations of their branches and the fast issuance of multiple certificates for fees ranging from approximately NT$2,600 to NT$4,400. The institution had been suspected of selling titles, like in the case of Guo Ping who authored a controversial paper in 2021 and held the title of deputy director at the 'China Institute of Management Science Academic Committee Brain Education Research Center'.
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Reported 8 months ago
一家天鵝決定把一個寧靜的英國小鎮當作家，於是史魯斯伯里居民大家拱手相迎。這家族包括媽媽、爸爸和五個小寶寶在小鎮裡遊蕩，彷彿是對這裡的熟悉。居民們希望讓牠們安全，甚至設立提醒汽車駕駛放慢車速的標誌，以免撞到天鵝。這個溫馨的故事讓人很感動，居民和網友們都熱烈討論這些可愛的天鵝家族。
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Reported 8 months ago
Wei Shu analyzes the recent release of the 'Opinions on Punishing Stubborn Taiwan Independence Elements for Splitting the Country and Inciting the Crime of Splitting the Country', emphasizing that the focus is not on arresting individuals but on preventing Lai Ching-te from further promoting legal Taiwan independence. The opinions highlight a strict stance on legal interpretations, particularly on the issue of 'legal Taiwan independence', aiming to deter the DPP government as a whole and its potential actions related to legal Taiwan independence within the framework of mainland Chinese law.
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Reported 8 months ago
As the 2024 U.S. presidential election unfolds, former Republican president Donald Trump's every move is closely watched as he attends public events alone, leaving many curious about the whereabouts of former first lady Melania Trump. Melania has been absent from major public events, including Super Tuesday victory parties, a guilty verdict for Trump at the end of May, and his 78th birthday in mid-June. Melania's disappearance contrasts starkly with the visible presence of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and his wife Casey DeSantis. The article also covers Melania's silence amid Trump facing 34 counts of falsifying business records in relation to payments made to Stormy Daniels, which led to him being criminally convicted, making him the first former U.S. president to be convicted. Despite calls for Melania to speak out, she has remained silent.
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Reported 8 months ago
Journalist Du Dacheng, on June 24, 2024, at 12:00 PM, announced the upcoming release of the first wave of the 'Future Political Leaders Popularity Survey' on June 26 (Ling Media/Taipei report). Following the May national political poll released for reference to the Tsai administration, Ling Media has shifted focus to potential figures who could lead Taiwan's political scene in the future. The survey aims to identify ideal candidates in the public's eyes and potential rising stars among a hundred prominent political figures, with the results for mayors and legislators set to be unveiled on Wednesday, June 26, via Facebook live streaming. Attention is on President Lai Ching-te's potential re-election in 2028 and the Kuomintang's plan to regain power, along with speculations around former presidential candidate Ko Wen-je. Ling Media's extensive 'Future Political Leaders Popularity Survey' commenced after the new cabinet took office on May 20, involving mayors, legislators, cabinet members, and party chairs, divided into two phases. The first phase, conducted from May 28 to June 5, involves 100 selected political figures and explores public sentiments towards them through various key indicators. Stay tuned for the unveiling of the survey results on mayors and legislators on June 26 at the Legislative Yuan, with live coverage on Ling Media's Facebook page. Don't miss out on discovering who the future political leaders might be.
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Reported 8 months ago
In response to the increasingly busy work and life schedules, many Taiwanese women are investing in self-care, leading to the arrival of international brands like Switzerland's top luxury natural skincare brand ananné in Taiwan. Known for its mild natural botanical formulas, ananné is the designated partner for spas in 18 top 5-star hotels globally and is highly praised for its quality and effectiveness, making it a favorite among sophisticated clientele. With a focus on eco-friendly and sustainable development, ananné has received nine international certifications and offers a range of skincare treatments catering to various skin concerns, including a highly acclaimed 80-minute medical botanical purification circulation course that has become a go-to for luxury self-care and post-cosmetic procedure support.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 24, 2024, a large-scale terrorist attack occurred in Dagestan Republic, North Caucasus region of Russia. Armed militants attacked a religious center and police stations, resulting in the deaths of 1 religious figure and at least 15 police officers, totaling 19 fatalities. This incident highlights the deteriorating security crisis in Russia as resources are diverted to the Ukraine-Russia war. The attack was carried out by unidentified armed militants targeting Jewish and Orthodox churches and a police station in Makhachkala and Derbent cities.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to a report from Japan's 'Sankei Shimbun' on June 24, 2024, the Japanese Ministry of Defense is considering deploying air self-defense force mobile radar cars on Kitadaito Island, the easternmost part of Okinawa Prefecture, to enhance monitoring and defense capabilities in the southwestern islands. Kitadaito Island is located approximately 360 kilometers east of Okinawa Island, and with the frequent passage of Chinese vessels through the Miyako Strait in southern Okinawa to the western Pacific for training, Japan aims to fill the 'blind spots' in the southwestern islands' surveillance by deploying an air defense radar system on the island to reinforce monitoring capabilities in the western Pacific airspace. The Okinawa Defense Bureau plans to requisition about 8 hectares of land in the northeast and south of the island for construction purposes, and with approximately 30 Self-Defense Force members stationed after the radar car deployment, they aim to complete the deployment work as early as August by seeking approval from local residents through briefings and meetings.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Marine Affairs Administration held a 'Coast Guard Volunteer Establishment Conference' on Green Island, with Chairperson Kuan Pi-ling stating that the Green Island Coast Guard Volunteer Team is the first in eastern Taiwan and the first to combine with a civilian maritime rescue organization (Taiwan Maritime Search and Rescue Association Taitung Branch). Transitioning from coast guard service cooperation to possessing water rescue expertise, the team will enhance safety in the nearshore and coastal recreation areas of Green Island. The administration mentioned that the Green Island Coast Guard Volunteer Team is the third team established (following Xiao Liuqiu and Fulung) among the 82 coast guard volunteers nationwide. The administration will continue to expand capabilities and resources to maintain maritime safety, encouraging individuals to volunteer and contribute to marine conservation efforts.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to The Guardian, the UK's National Health Service (NHS) was recently hacked by a Russian hacker group named 'Qilin,' leading to the exposure of around 3 billion patient records on the dark web. The UK government is considering retaliatory actions against the hackers. The hackers demanded a £40 million ransom from a pathology laboratory service company named 'Synnovis,' threatening to release the data if not paid. The leaked data includes sensitive information like HIV and cancer blood test results, affecting thousands of surgeries, diagnoses, and medical institutions in London. The experts described this as one of the most significant data breaches in NHS history. The UK government is collaborating with international law enforcement agencies to investigate and potentially counterattack the hackers to deter future threats.
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Reported 8 months ago
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that IDF's operation in the southern Gaza city of Rafah is nearing its conclusion and a 'partial agreement' with Hamas has been reached to release hostages, but the war will not end as the focus will shift to the northern border to counter Hezbollah's threat. Defense Minister Gantz visited Washington to discuss Gaza and Lebanon situation and future development with top US officials, emphasizing the importance of transitioning to the next phase of the conflict. Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, diplomatic efforts are ongoing to ease border tensions, with warnings of widespread conflict if Israel moves into southern Lebanon. Netanyahu claims the battle in Rafah is ending, but vows the war will continue until Hamas is eradicated.
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Reported 8 months ago
As summer approaches, restaurants and hotels are utilizing seasonal ingredients to offer various delicious dishes, such as Fushin Hotel Taipei's 'Matsu Dim Sum Feast', New Taipei Moon Pavilion's 'New Taipei Champion Bamboo Shoot Set Menu', and Taipei Keda Hotel's 'Treasure Island Seafood Season', allowing foodies to savor the beauty of the season. From Matsu Dim Sum Feast featuring unique local delicacy 'Matsu Dim Sum', to New Taipei Champion Bamboo Shoot Set Menu offering 5 courses blending savory flavors, and A CUT at Taipei Grand Hotel introducing new dishes under the theme 'Heart of the Island in Summer', these culinary delights celebrate the bountiful seafood available during the summer season.
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Defense Blog reported that the US automotive group AM General has confirmed the deployment of the 'Eagle Eye' 105mm vehicle-mounted howitzer to Ukraine for frontline combat testing, making it the first new 'soft recoil tech' artillery system in action. The 'Eagle Eye' developed by AM General and Mandus Group features a modular design, soft recoil technology reducing recoil by 70%, and automated systems for quick deployment and firing calculations. Its capabilities include a 180-degree firing arc, 72-degree elevation, a range of 11.6 km for standard shells and 19.5 km for rocket-assisted projectiles, and a maximum firing rate of 8 rounds per minute, aiming to enhance mobile fire support effectiveness in combat.
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The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's ninth-class frigate, 'Natori' (FFM-9), had its naming and launching ceremony at the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries shipyard in Nagasaki on June 24, 2024. Following outfitting and sea trials, the ship is set to be in service by 2025. Compared to the first ship 'Mogami' (FFM-1), which took 18 months from construction to launch, 'Natori,' which started construction on July 6 last year, was successfully launched in just 12 months. This demonstrates Japan's strong shipbuilding capability and is expected to enhance the maritime self-defense force's combat capabilities in response to the expanding threats from China.
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According to the technology website 'Ocean science technology,' the British maritime life-saving equipment manufacturer 'Survitec' recently won a contract with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force through the aerospace company 'Futaba.' A new plant will be built in Kobe to handle the maintenance of SEIE equipment for the MK11 submarine escape. This partnership aims to ensure deep-sea survival and rescue capabilities. The contract signifies a significant cooperation between 'Survitec' and the Maritime Self-Defense Force and will help reduce maintenance costs and transportation expenses for the equipment used by the Japanese forces.
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On June 24, 2024, the China Youth Daily reported that the Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Brown, expressed concerns on June 23 about Russia's recent signing of a 'Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement' with North Korea, fearing it may affect the prospects of a Ukraine-Russia conflict and impact China's diplomatic influence negatively, potentially straining the long-term security cooperation between Russia and China. Despite North Korea traditionally viewing China as a key regional ally, the growing strategic cooperation between Russia and North Korea highlights the increasing number of actors in the region, heightening tensions and challenging China's goal of maintaining regional stability and diplomatic influence. Observers speculate on Russia transferring advanced military equipment to North Korea, but Brown emphasized limitations in the agreement, suggesting both nations seek expanded cooperation without binding each other. The US remains skeptical about Moscow meeting Pyongyang's demands, emphasizing the need for continued observation regarding Russia's, North Korea's, and China's future diplomatic interactions and security cooperation.
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In this tarot horoscope review for June 24, 2024, Tang Qiyang suggests that Aries may have already faced challenges from the first half of the year due to karmic repercussions or incomplete actions causing restrictions. Moving into the second half of 2024, Aries is likely to encounter positive outcomes with the appearance of benefactors like friends and siblings offering support and opportunities for personal growth through travel and learning experiences, bringing beneficial effects to their overall well-being.
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In this horoscope tarot for June 24th, 2024, at 11:58 AM, reflecting on the first half of 2024, Taurus entered a world where they felt free and confident, showcasing their personality and unique choices, leading to a life they desired. Looking ahead to the second half of 2024, Taurus should focus on opportunities in their desired field, putting in effort that can possibly lead to increased income or stability. Embracing multiple possibilities, Taurus may find themselves managing different aspects concurrently, with the key to increasing income lying in their hands.
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Looking back on the first half of 2024, Gemini's energy has exploded, leading to unexpected situations where it may seem like you're being harmed by others but end up feeling like you're the one causing harm. In the second half of 2024, particularly in July and August, Gemini will experience a period of great popularity but with a potential for polarization, where you may either rise to fame or face challenges due to being too eccentric. It's advised to tone down your nature and behavior during this time.
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In the first half of 2024, Cancer experienced turbulent emotions and conflicting beliefs, facing internal storms and external criticism. The second half suggests a desire for solitude and spiritual pursuits, leading to insights and a more secretive approach to work, which Cancerians may appreciate. More details can be found in the complete horoscope by Tang Qiyang.
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