Reported 12 months ago
With the arrival of the era of declining birth rates, many schools are facing the crisis of closure. To safeguard enrollment quotas for other schools, Changhua County has set up regulations limiting the number of students admitted to 15 junior high and elementary schools in the county. Changxing Junior High School, which has achieved outstanding results in clubs and academic performance in recent years, found itself unable to admit 168 students this year, causing distress among parents. Due to its exceptional performance in recent years, many parents from nearby towns have been trying to enroll their children there by crossing school districts, leading to the establishment of total enrollment control measures by the county government to protect quotas for students in other schools. This year, Changxing Junior High School accepted 493 new students but had 661 applicants, resulting in 168 students being put on the backup list and only being able to receive their graduation certificates while waiting. Some parents complained that even though they lived in the school district, their children couldn't be admitted because the household was registered under an uncle's name. There were also complaints on a Facebook group about being forced to transfer to a more distant school despite living nearby, with remarks questioning the county government's actions and whether the county magistrates were listening to the public's voices. In response, the education department explained that according to the regulations, uncles are considered distant relatives and can only be placed fourth in order of admission, and since the school does not consider over-enrollment to maintain teaching quality, they will assist in redirecting students to nearby schools for enrollment.
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Reported 12 months ago
In the most common accident scenario of building fires, especially among elderly individuals, incidents of leaving the stove on while cooking or even leaving the house with the stove still on are prevalent. Recognizing the poor evacuation and response abilities of older adults in home fires compared to younger individuals, the Taoyuan City Fire Department's Fourth Brigade, Mountain Peak Brigade, in collaboration with the Fulin Community Development Association in Pingzhen, organized a community fire prevention and safety awareness event today to provide cooking safety tips and evacuation methods specifically for elderly community members. Recommendations included installing a gas stove safety device that automatically cuts off gas in case of a leak or prolonged use, as well as having residential fire alarms to alert in case of a fire outbreak for prompt response and evacuation, aiming to instill this crucial knowledge in both residents and the elderly in the community.
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Reported 12 months ago
Shohei Ohtani, the two-way star for the Los Angeles Dodgers, showcased his incredible hitting power in June by hitting his 26th home run of the season in the game against the San Francisco Giants. With a total of 12 home runs in June so far, Ohtani is just one step away from reaching 500 career RBIs. The game ended with the Dodgers beating the Giants 14-7 in extra innings, with Ohtani leading the charge with his impressive performance.
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Reported 12 months ago
Taipei City Councilor Chen Youcheng expressed concern over the lack of comprehensive regulations as electric vehicles become more popular, with 134 lithium battery fire incidents reported in Taipei in the past 5 years. He urged Central and Taipei City to swiftly establish regulations to enhance public safety. Despite the growing number of electric vehicles in Taiwan, there is currently no responsible authority governing them, posing a potential safety risk. Chen emphasized the need for regulations at both national and local levels to address safety issues related to electric vehicles and charging stations in communities and public areas
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Reported 12 months ago
The Property Hoarding Tax 2.0 is set to be implemented in July, impacting multiple property owners the most. Real estate experts suggest 3 tax-saving strategies to address the new tax system, including 'registering ownership', 'renting out idle properties', and 'reducing property ownership'. After the implementation, households with 3 or more properties will face higher tax rates ranging from 2% to 4.8%, particularly affecting unsold properties by developers and landlords not declaring rental income. For multiple property owners, pre-registering for personal use can enjoy a lower tax rate of 1.2%, potentially saving up to 3 times the tax costs. Other strategies involve renting out idle properties to reduce tax rates, and liquidating less profitable properties to retain those with higher development potential. Real estate developers and new property owners with large unsold property inventories face challenges due to the slow liquidation process and significant tax increases with the new tax policy in place.
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Reported 12 months ago
According to CTWANT, since the 1920s, over 300 people have died on Mount Everest, with 8 fatalities this season alone. The effects of climate change are causing the ice and snow to melt, exposing hundreds of climbers' bodies, with an estimated 200 still remaining on the mountain. The Nepalese military has been conducting annual clean-up operations in the Himalayas, removing 11 tons of garbage and several bodies since 2019. The challenging process of retrieving bodies at high altitudes involves significant costs and manpower, with special teams working to bring the deceased climbers down. Despite the difficulties, the military believes this rescue work is necessary to prevent the mountain from becoming a graveyard.
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Reported 12 months ago
A housewife recently shared her family's financial situation online, revealing that she had been unemployed for a year while her husband worked as a building security guard earning over 30,000 a month. The couple has two sons and a mortgage to pay. However, the woman's holding of 1,500 shares of 00929 monthly dividend ETF has provided a passive income that allows her family to live comfortably without her needing to return to work. Despite this, her older family members still urge her to find a job, causing her frustration. Netizens expressed a mix of admiration and criticism towards her financial situation.
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Reported 12 months ago
SK Hynix, South Korea's second-largest memory chip maker, plans to invest 103 trillion won ($74.6 billion) by 2028 to enhance its chips business, with a focus on AI. Parent company SK Group also aims to secure 80 trillion won by 2026 to invest in AI, semiconductors, and shareholder returns, while streamlining its subsidiaries. The conglomerate's strategy meeting outlined a goal to strengthen competitiveness in AI, specifically high bandwidth memory chips, AI data centers, and AI services. SK Group seeks to reach a profit before tax of 22 trillion won this year and 40 trillion won by 2026, aligning with South Korea's effort to boost its semiconductor industry with a $19 billion support package earlier this year.
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Reported 12 months ago
The sixth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic is showing a rapid spread, with a significant increase in cases of young children with severe symptoms, indicating widespread 'family infections'. Health experts emphasize the fast transmission of this wave, resulting in high numbers of household contacts contracting the virus, including infants under three months old. Vigilance in vaccination, hand hygiene, and mask-wearing remains crucial to prevent infections, as well as avoiding close and prolonged contact with infected individuals due to increased risk of exposure to multiple strains of the virus. It's highlighted that children are also at risk, with cases of complications like encephalitis reported in pediatric departments, stressing the continued importance of prevention measures.
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Reported 12 months ago
A netizen shared their experience of being charged $120 for 3 dishes at a self-serve buffet, sparking discussions online. The high price, particularly for a specific dish, prompted comments on food prices and individual financial situations. Some felt the seafood dish warranted the cost, while others criticized the overall price point. The incident generated reactions and debates among netizens, highlighting varying perspectives on food costs and budget constraints.
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Reported 12 months ago
In Taiwan, a man in Taichung City's West District bored, falsely reported a fire to the Taichung Fire Department, causing firefighters to rush to the scene only to find no fire. Through surveillance footage and call records, the man was caught and fined 10,000 NT for violating fire regulations. This incident is part of a larger issue with unnecessary emergency calls in Taiwan, including cases of intoxication, mental illness, and harassment, hindering the rescue work of emergency responders.
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Reported 12 months ago
Indigenous singer Bane won the Best Taiwanese Album Award at the Golden Melody Awards this year and mentioned the Tiananmen Square incident during her acceptance speech, sparking backlash and a flood of comments from Chinese netizens on her Instagram. Three years ago, she had also vocalized her support for Taiwan at another music awards event and emphasized the connection between music and politics. Bane, who has been an advocate for indigenous and environmental issues since 2010, received support and criticism for her outspoken views on political matters.
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Reported 12 months ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards concluded recently with various mishaps during the ceremony, drawing criticism from netizens as the worst edition ever. The Ministry of Culture issued an apology for technical failures during performances and incomplete speeches, stating they had requested the organizer, TTV, to thoroughly investigate and take responsibility. The Ministry emphasized their respect for creators and democratic values, ensuring complete displays of winners' speeches. They vowed to address shortcomings and assign blame, using this incident as a learning experience for future events.
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Reported 12 months ago
As of June 29, 2024, 10:58 PM, 8 traffic misdemeanors will not be open for public reporting, and the issuing of demerit points will be limited to police inspections to confirm the driver's identity. The Legislative Yuan passed an amendment in May this year to the Road Traffic Management Penalty Act, restricting public reporting of 8 traffic misdemeanors including riding a motorcycle while using a mobile phone or double parking. The amended law took effect today, emphasizing the need for police inspections for these offenses.
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Reported 12 months ago
Following the first debate of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, current President Biden's performance was widely considered disappointing, with 60% of Americans expressing a desire for a change in leadership. The Democratic Party is reportedly considering three potential scenarios for Biden's replacement, as last-minute leadership changes within the party have not occurred for over 70 years. Potential successors include Vice President Kamala Harris and several governors, but the final decision depends on Biden's intentions and possible challengers. The process of selecting a replacement candidate could involve a competitive convention, a rare event that has not taken place within the Democratic Party for more than 70 years.
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Reported 12 months ago
Indonesian authorities announced that Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki on the eastern Flores Island erupted twice on June 29, with a thick ash cloud reaching the sky. The volcano is currently at the second-highest alert level. This volcano had several major eruptions in January and erupted again on June 29. Authorities have prohibited activities within a 3-kilometer radius of the eruption center. Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki is located on the tourist destination Flores Island, where in January, several major eruptions occurred, prompting the authorities to raise the alert status to the highest level and evacuate at least 2,000 residents. Editor: Qin Yingwen
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Reported 12 months ago
In a post on his Facebook page, tarot expert Little Meng reveals three zodiac signs that may have poor temperaments but will enjoy prosperity in their later years. Leo, Sagittarius, and particularly Libra are highlighted for potentially gaining wealth and respect as they age. Libras, in particular, are noted for their improved emotional handling, social skills, and diplomatic abilities, which can lead to greater success in relationships and careers, resulting in a rich and fulfilling late life.
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Reported 12 months ago
On June 30, 2024, at 3:35 AM, shocking footage of a female anchor fainting while live streaming went viral, causing panic among netizens. The incident occurred during a live broadcast by a Chinese female anchor for an ice cream brand. Rumors of her sudden demise and allegations of employee exploitation surfaced, prompting the company to clarify that she fainted due to working while ill during her menstrual cycle and the oppressive lighting conditions in the studio. The female anchor denied it was a scripted incident and stated she had undergone medical checks, with results to be shared during a future live stream.
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Reported 12 months ago
At least nine people, including three children, were killed in a landslide caused by heavy rains in the mountainous areas west of Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. The family of five from Marika village in Gulmi district was tragically buried alive while they were sleeping. Since the start of the monsoon season in mid-June, at least 35 people in Nepal have died due to landslides, floods, and lightning strikes, with the rainy season expected to continue until mid-September. Climate change has exacerbated natural disasters like landslides and floods in Nepal, highlighting the urgent need for disaster preparedness and resilience strategies in the country.
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Reported 12 months ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards, indigenous singer Panai Kusui won Best Taiwanese Album for 'Iā-Pô' and used her speech to remind about the Tiananmen Square incident. President Lai Ching-te expressed support for music freedom but was criticized by netizens for seemingly leveraging the win. Panai Kusui had a long protest at Ketagalan Boulevard for indigenous rights, which ended after 2644 days when President Lai took office in May 2024, vowing to continue monitoring the new government's policies and protesting if needed.
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Reported 12 months ago
93-year-old stock market guru Warren Buffett recently disclosed that he has made changes to his will, stipulating that his assets will be put into a new charitable trust fund after his passing and overseen by his three children. Buffett mentioned that these funds will be used to help 'less fortunate individuals.' The billionaire Buffett, known for his long-term value investing and frugal lifestyle, is estimated to have a net worth of $135 billion and is ranked as the 10th wealthiest person globally. He has decided not to continue donations to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation but to allocate almost all of his estate to a newly established charitable trust for the benefit of those less lucky than him and his family.
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Reported 12 months ago
Golden Melody Award winner Panai Kusui brought up the Tiananmen Incident in her acceptance speech, prompting backlash from Chinese netizens and making her a forbidden topic on Weibo. President Tsai Ing-wen showed support for Panai, stating 'we won't forget as well.' Tsai congratulated all winners and emphasized the importance of music, freedom of artistic expression, and recognizing Taiwan. Taiwan's musical legacy and diversity were highlighted at the ceremony, reinforcing the commitment to uphold free creativity and provide better platforms for music artists.
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Reported 12 months ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards concluded with former President Tsai Ing-wen congratulating 7 musicians and offering her blessings. President Tsai highlighted the impact of their music, mentioning their contributions to Taiwan's culture and societal changes. She expressed how music has a power that transcends language and brings people together, appreciating the diverse musical talents in Taiwan. This gesture aimed to acknowledge and uplift the music industry in Taiwan.
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Reported 12 months ago
As summer vacation approaches, Taoyuan Metro Company has introduced several thoughtful daily services to provide a comfortable and convenient riding experience for passengers. Starting from July 1, travelers who forget to bring cash can now obtain a one-way ticket by presenting their identification at the station's customer service counter, signing a fare payment form, and boarding the train without worrying about missing it. This service is also available for passengers with insufficient funds or foreign travelers using mobile payment systems as a last resort. Taoyuan Metro aims to enhance the overall travel experience for passengers by providing various services tailored to their needs.
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Reported 12 months ago
Taiwanese contemporary artist Stone Chin-Hwa tragically passed away at the age of 60 after falling for unknown reasons while returning home from his studio in Kaohsiung on Friday. This fall led to a collision with a 20-year-old motorcyclist named Chen behind him. Both were injured, but Chen survived while Stone Chin-Hwa succumbed to his injuries after receiving medical treatment. The police are still investigating the exact cause of the accident and assigning responsibility.
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