Reported 12 months ago
Sunnee won her first Golden Melody Award for 'Best Mandarin Female Singer' with the album BOOMERANG after 11 years in the industry. She expressed her surprise at winning and her future goal of winning the Best Album Producer or Composer Award. Sunnee also disclosed her plan to propose at Taipei Arena, humorously noting that she might need to sing there first before getting married. Although she confidently asserted her ability to propose, she clarified that she currently doesn't have a boyfriend.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
A harrowing roadside rescue incident occurred in Taichung, Taiwan, where a man in his 60s suddenly froze like a statue while buying lunch and preparing to head home on his scooter. Suspected to have suffered a stroke, the man and his scooter were immobilized, prompting a swift response from the police. The man was found gripping the scooter handlebars but not sitting on the seat, displaying signs of disorientation. After a lengthy effort, the police safely moved him and arranged for medical assistance, underscoring the importance of seeking immediate help in case of health emergencies in the hot and unstable weather conditions. Police urge the public to rest if feeling unwell while outdoors and to assist those in distress on the road.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony in Taipei on June 29 concluded with various mishaps, including technical issues during performances, incomplete award announcements on social media, and criticisms of the overall quality by netizens, with some calling it the worst edition in history. The ceremony's shortcomings prompted apologies from the organizers and the Ministry of Culture, promising thorough reviews and accountability for future events.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
In a departure from the usual 0.1 yuan adjustments, CPC announced on June 30 that gasoline and diesel prices will be reduced by 0.2 yuan starting the next day, with reference retail prices set at 28.9 yuan per liter for 92 unleaded gasoline, 30.4 yuan for 95 unleaded gasoline, 32.4 yuan for 98 unleaded gasoline, and 26.4 yuan for super diesel. This adjustment was made despite rising international oil prices due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, with the floating oil price index showing a 0.85 USD increase and a 0.107 NTD depreciation against the USD, resulting in a 1.07% increase. To maintain prices lower than neighboring Asian countries, CPC chose to absorb the increases, leading to a net reduction of 0.2 yuan per liter for gasoline and diesel nationwide.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Mc Hotdog won the Best Song award at the 35th Golden Melody Awards, and afterwards rushed to Legacy at Huashan for a surprise performance, singing his hit song 'I Love Taiwanese Girls'. He also shared in an interview about winning the award, and disclosed that although he and his girlfriend have registered for marriage, they have not held the wedding yet due to her dislike for the hassle, jokingly saying he might report back if they decide to have one. He also mentioned his son expressing pride in him and his plans to focus on performing rather than releasing new music this year.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Various incidents marred the diverse and rich 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony, including singer Hot Dog's long period of silence due to microphone malfunctions and controversy over the disappearance of BANAI's acceptance speech for winning the 'Best Taiwanese Album Award,' which later led to a late-night apology from the Ministry of Culture. Minister Li Yuen recently expressed gratitude to BANAI on Facebook, emphasizing the importance of respecting every creator and confirming that the Ministry has requested the full posting of BANAI's speech. The event highlighted Taiwan's music scene's confidence, freedom, and cultural richness.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Taiwan Oil Corp announced that starting tomorrow at midnight, the prices of gasoline and diesel will be reduced by 0.2 NT dollars per liter, with reference retail prices ranging from 28.9 NT dollars for 92 unleaded gasoline to 26.4 NT dollars for super diesel per liter. Due to the escalation of Middle East tensions, the international oil prices saw a slight increase, leading to the adjustment in fuel prices. Despite the calculated increase, to maintain prices lower than neighboring Asian countries, gasoline and diesel are absorbing the adjustment costs, resulting in a 0.2 NT dollar reduction per liter domestically.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
國民黨主席朱立倫呼籲基隆市民保住謝國樑市長，以利市政推動，並要求停止利用仇恨及對抗方式煽動罷免謝國樑。第二階段罷免連署門檻已達標，將進入最後市民投票階段。朱立倫表示，謝國樑是一位認真努力的市長，希望民眾冷靜思考，並呼籲停止使用鬥爭方式干擾基隆市政。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Legislator Wang Ting-yu criticized Chinese Ambassador Lu Shaye for going against the facts by referring to Taiwan as a 'rebel regime,' emphasizing that Taiwan has never belonged to the People's Republic of China. Lu Shaye's remarks were deemed lacking in literacy and hygiene, further demonstrating the poor diplomatic representation of China. Wang Ting-yu emphasized Taiwan's international significance and its contributions in various aspects, denouncing Lu Shaye's statements as baseless and detrimental to China's reputation in international relations.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards that concluded on June 29, Banai, who won the Best Taiwanese Album Award, discussed sensitive political topics during her speech. Minister of Culture Li praised her speech as touching, full of inclusivity, strength, and unwavering spirit of resistance. Banai highlighted the cultural diversity and struggles of different ethnic groups in Taiwan in her emotional acceptance speech, urging mutual understanding. She also referenced the Tiananmen Square incident and emphasized the importance of remembering Taiwan's history and continuing to strive for progress. The crowd reacted with applause and tears, acknowledging the significance of her words.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
綜藝天王胡瓜最近參加了文山盃公益棒球邀請賽，不僅在高溫下擔任開球嘉賓，還積極與小朋友互動，展現出對公益活動的熱忱。他希望透過這次活動，為偏鄉小朋友栽下希望的種子，並促進他們與台北的交流，受到主辦方感謝，更受小朋友歡迎，展現出他對兒童的熱愛與關懷。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
With Kenya's urban population comprising a third of the total population of over 50 million, and 70% of urban residents living in informal settlements lacking basic infrastructure, the demand for affordable housing is increasing. The government aims to build 250,000 houses annually to address a housing deficit estimated at 2 million units. Innovative solutions like 3D printing technology are being explored to expedite construction, although financing challenges persist. The housing tax law, levying 1.5% on gross income for affordable housing, faces legal challenges, contributing to recent protests against the government in Kenya.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On June 30, 2024, in the National Track and Field Championship of China, the women's 100-meter hurdles final will be held tonight with 'Sprint Queen' Wu Yanni ranking first in the preliminaries with a time of 13.06 seconds, displaying a cute and playful demeanor that has garnered admiration. Emerging track sensation Xia Sining, known as the 'Track IU', will also compete against her. Wu Yanni is currently in good form, as indicated by her successful training regime and strong performance. The highly-anticipated final promises an exciting showdown between Wu Yanni and her main rivals Lin Yuwei and Xia Sining.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
As the ex-dividend season approaches, heavyweights like Hon Hai and MediaTek in Taiwan are set to issue dividends in July, attracting investors' attention. Additionally, listed companies in Taiwan are revealing June revenue data, providing crucial indicators for investors to evaluate business performance. Meanwhile, the U.S. is gearing up to release various labor market data, impacting market expectations on the Fed's monetary policy and global financial markets. Investors are advised to closely monitor these developments and adjust their investment strategies accordingly.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Hebe Tien, the singer known for her long waist-length hair, surprised fans at the Hong Kong music festival 'ONE LOVE ASIA FESTIVAL' by debuting a new shoulder-length hairstyle and delivering a powerful performance of 'If You Do Not Think of Me', which trended on Weibo. Despite receiving praise from fans for her vocals and new look, Hebe faced criticism from Chinese netizens for her past association with Taiwanese independence, with some referencing a previous incident where a performance in Tianjin was canceled due to such controversy.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
FTNN News Network - June 30, 2024, 12:15 a.m. (FTNN News Network) - Taiwan CPC has announced that starting from tomorrow, gasoline and diesel prices will each be reduced by 0.2 Yuan, with reference retail prices at 28.9 Yuan per liter for 92 unleaded gasoline, 30.4 Yuan for 95 unleaded gasoline, 32.4 Yuan for 98 unleaded gasoline, and 26.4 Yuan for super diesel. Due to the recent tensions in the Middle East, international oil prices have slightly increased. Therefore, CPC will make adjustments following the dual stabilizing mechanism, absorbing 3.5 Yuan and 4.9 Yuan respectively for gasoline and diesel. This adjustment aims to maintain prices below neighboring Asian countries like Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
巴奈在第35屆金曲獎獲得最佳台語專輯大獎後提到天安門事件，在線上引起爭議。網路觀察家批評她有心挑起敏感話題，引述過去金馬獎政治風波。巴奈在得獎感言中談到天安門事件，觀察家指出這行為不當且無關音樂創作。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
基隆市長謝國樑罷免案已通過第二階段連署，國民黨主席朱立倫要求民進黨停止對謝國樑的罷免行動，特別呼籲前市長林右昌懸崖勒馬。朱立倫表示謝國樑致力於讓基隆成為宜居城市，但民進黨以仇恨方式進行罷免，引發基隆市民憤慨。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Taiwan's CPC Corporation announced a decrease of 0.2 NTD in gasoline and diesel prices starting from July 1st, with reference prices for 92 octane unleaded at 28.9 NTD per liter and 95 octane unleaded at 30.4 NTD per liter. Due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and slight international oil price increases, CPC adjust prices accordingly. The adjustment follows the activation of the dual-stabilization mechanism where gasoline and diesel absorb 3.5 and 4.9 NTD increase respectively, despite actual price drop of 0.2 NTD per liter for both fuels.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
A Kenyan male teacher in Kaohsiung, Taiwan was caught drunk driving while riding a shared scooter and using his phone after a farewell party with colleagues on the night before his departure. His blood alcohol content exceeded the legal limit, leading to his arrest and legal action under the Public Endangerment Law.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards, Banai won Best Taiwanese Album for 'Night Poem' and stirred controversy during her speech by mentioning the Tiananmen Square incident, urging not to forget it. This led to Minister of Culture Li Yuan praising Banai for her persistence in ideals. Li commended Banai's moving speech for embodying tolerance, strength, and unwavering spirit of resistance, emphasizing the significance of Taiwan's multicultural heritage and history of hardship. The Minister hailed Banai's mention of Tiananmen as the most touching moment of the ceremony, highlighting pivotal historical events Taiwan has experienced.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
民眾黨立委吳春城桃園服務處暨民眾黨桃園市黨部揭牌，主席柯文哲與市長張善政力挺。張善政強調國民黨與民眾黨合作推動國會改革至關重要，應跨黨派合作以有希望的民主政治。他列出三大理由支持吳春城，認為後者多年來推動壯世代及對台灣民主發展的貢獻值得肯定。另外，他回應國民黨想修正選罷法門檻及支持基隆市長謝國樑的議題，和民進黨政策會執行長王義川針對桃園政策提及的言論。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards took place at Taipei Arena on June 29, where Sun Shengxi won Best Female Singer, and MC HotDog won Best Male Singer. The band No Party for Cao Dong won Album of the Year, Best Mandarin Album, and Best Band, but due to performance commitments, their agent accepted the awards on their behalf, paying tribute to their late drummer Fanfan. The band expressed gratitude for the recognition, emphasized the importance of hard work in the music industry, and reflected on the irreplaceability of life while striving to cherish the present. No Party for Cao Dong, known for their hit album 'Ugly Beautiful,' had previously swept the 28th Golden Melody Awards and continued their success with their second album 'Stone Plate,' winning again after 7 years with 3 awards, including Album of the Year.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
If you're experiencing itchy, red bites without any signs of bugs in your home, it could be caused by various insects like chiggers, bees, spiders, fleas, bed bugs, mosquitoes, kissing bugs, and more. Identifying the culprit can be challenging as insects can hide in tiny cracks and crevices. It's important to inspect your home for signs of bed bugs, as their bites can resemble hives and they often hide in various household items. Other biting insects could also be the cause of your bites, so consultation with a pest control professional or a dermatologist may be necessary to address the issue and prevent future discomfort.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Los Angeles Angels star player Mike Trout has been absent for most of the season due to an injury, with his recovery from a torn meniscus in his left knee slower than anticipated. Trout, who underwent surgery on May 3rd, is now aiming to return to the field by the end of July. He expressed eagerness to get back to batting but emphasized the importance of gradually increasing his rehabilitation intensity to ensure a successful comeback.
Source: YAHOO