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錦雯在《愛的榮耀》接連哭戲6場 眼腫送醫醫生認得

Reported 8 months ago

在民視8點檔《愛的榮耀》中,演員錦雯飾演的春香一連串哭戲,哭到眼睛紅腫送醫後被醫生認出。她分享最近因為連續拍戲哭泣導致眼睛發炎,提到與黃文星合作時被對方的眼神震撼得心神不寧。錦雯也透露與黃文星合作時互相配合,即使在高壓下也找時間放鬆紓壓,如和其他演員一起跳舞。

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Lin Yingtong and Huang Hongxuan Premiere Draws 400 Fans, Tu Shancun Gives a Loving Hug

Reported 8 months ago

Youth romantic comedy film 'Love Beside Me' is set to premiere in Taiwan on July 5, with main cast Lin Yingtong, Huang Hongxuan, Tu Shancun, and Xi Weilun holding a special premiere event that attracted nearly 400 fans. Fans from Hong Kong, Canada, and beyond came to show support, and the actors interacted closely with the audience, answering questions and even giving lucky fans 'love hugs.' The event ended with photo opportunities for fans, fulfilling various picture requests and creating a heartwarming atmosphere.

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NTUA President's Office Lavishly Decorated, Suspected 'Nearly One Million' Spent on Renovations

Reported 8 months ago

Following previous criticism of the lavish decoration of the NTUA president's office, former NTUA president Yang Qiweng has revealed internal documents suggesting nearly a million spent on renovations, questioning the current president Chen Kaihuang for awarding the project to his son. The university has voluntarily reported to the Control Yuan for investigation, while the Ministry of Education stated ongoing investigations. The controversy surrounds the extravagant expenditure contrasting with unaddressed student needs for better facilities, with photos of the itemized budgets and furniture purchases being widely shared online.

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Chinese-made 'Easy Strollers' Frequently Overturning, Causing Children to Suffer Facial Injuries

Reported 8 months ago

Recent reports from China have highlighted safety risks associated with 'easy strollers,' with multiple incidents of children overturning due to design and material problems. Investigative reports revealed that small workshops in Pingxiang County, Hebei Province, were producing substandard strollers with fake certification labels, posing serious threats to child safety. Despite their popularity for being lightweight and portable, low-cost 'easy strollers' sold online in China have a high failure rate, with up to 80-90% being deemed non-compliant, prompting a warning for parents to be cautious when purchasing such products.

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Man's Death Misattributed to Brain-Eating Amoeba? Test Results Reveal Cause as 'Amoebic Dysentery'

Reported 8 months ago

A man who was initially reported to have died from a brain infection caused by the 'Naegleria fowleri' amoeba, commonly known as a brain-eating amoeba, was later clarified by the Kaohsiung City Health Bureau to have actually died from 'amoebic dysentery,' with no direct evidence of the presence of the 'Naegleria fowleri' amoeba. The man had shown symptoms such as headache, poor appetite, and limb weakness, leading to a brain biopsy that confirmed the presence of the amoeba. However, subsequent investigations revealed that the man's diagnosis was 'amoebic dysentery,' and not specifically the brain-eating amoeba. The Kaohsiung City Health Bureau stated there were no confirmed cases of 'Naegleria fowleri' meningitis in Taiwan, with the most recent case dating back to 2023.

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Breaking News: Elderly man in his 70s falls from 13th-floor rooftop in Taichung, limbs deformed and dies

Reported 8 months ago

According to reports on June 24, 2024, an elderly man in his 70s in a community on Junhe Street in Beitun District, Taichung, left a note with the words 'wrong choice' and fell from the rooftop of the 13th floor. His limbs were deformed, resulting in his immediate death. The police, after receiving the report, arrived at the scene and confirmed no foul play involvement. Family members were contacted to assist with post-incident arrangements, and the case will be submitted for further investigation to determine the exact cause of death.

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President Lai Ching-te Applies for Constitutional Interpretation: Opposing Parliament Empowerment Not Against Reforms

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In response to the controversial amendment of parliamentary powers, the Executive Yuan submitted a legislative request for reconsideration, which was voted down by the Legislative Yuan on the 21st. President Lai Ching-te officially applied for constitutional interpretation, emphasizing the importance of not expanding parliamentary powers arbitrarily in the pursuit of reform. Lai stressed the need to respect the outcome of the constitutional interpretation regardless of the result, highlighting the core principles of power separation, checks and balances, and safeguarding people's rights in the constitutional system.

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Heavy Rain Alert in Northern Taiwan! 12 Counties and Cities Under Heavy Rain Warning

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The Central Weather Bureau issued a heavy rain warning with the possibility of short-lived heavy rainfall in the afternoon due to vigorous convective cloud development. Areas in New Taipei City, Hsinchu County, and Nantou County may experience localized heavy or torrential rain, with the chance of heavy rain in northern Taichung, Nantou, Yilan, Yunlin, Chiayi, and Hualien mountainous areas. People are advised to be cautious of lightning, strong gusts, landslides, falling rocks, and flash floods. Additionally, a thunderstorm alert was issued for Keelung City, Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taichung City, and Nantou City until 5:00 PM. Furthermore, specific river areas are under flood alerts due to the risk of heavy rain, urging residents to stay away and stay safe. Various regions are under different levels of rain alerts, categorized as heavy rain or torrential rain.

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Fire at lithium battery factory in South Korea kills 1, leaves more than 20 missing

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A fire at a lithium battery factory in Hwaseong, South Korea has resulted in at least 8 fatalities and numerous people missing. Firefighters are conducting rescue operations at the site where 23 individuals, including Chinese nationals, are reported missing. The factory had around 67 employees before the fire broke out.

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Taipei Man Harasses Police for Two Days, Acquitted on Insult Charges

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A man surnamed Chen in Taipei went to a police station in Neihu on October 12 and 13 without reason to harass officers. After being warned by the deputy station chief to leave, Chen verbally insulted the deputy chief twice before being arrested. Chen was then acquitted of the charges, with the court's judgment explaining that he had no intention of insulting the officers and was emotionally provoked by the police's actions. Surveillance footage confirmed Chen only cursed once and did not exhibit behavior severe enough to disrupt police duty, leading to his acquittal.

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Prosus全年核心標題盈利飆升84%

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Dutch technology investor Prosus表示,截至3月31日的全年核心標題盈利躍增84%,主要得益於電子商務業務的強勁表現。公司的核心標題盈利為50億美元,較前一年的27億美元增長。公司暫代CEO Ervin Tu表示:「我們的電子商務組合首次實現盈利,我們持續的回購活動創造了重要的股東價值。」該公司最近任命其食品送遞業務iFood的負責人為新CEO,自7月起生效。電子商務是Prosus主要的投資領域,該集團的自由現金流從去年同比增長了近三倍,達到5.24億美元,同時也受惠於電子商務和其主要投資對象中國科技巨頭騰訊的表現。

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賴清德尋求憲法關於立法要求的明確性

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2024年6月24日,台灣總統賴清德表示,他將等待對立法委員在未來向立法院報告時提出的問題進行憲法解釋,然後再決定是否直接回應。這是在最近通過一項爭議性法案後作出的聲明,該法案要求總統定期在立法院發表國情報告並即時回答問題,引起了對憲法性的重大疑慮。賴清德強調他尋求憲法解釋的意向,並呼籲反對黨尊重憲法的重要性,直到確認憲法解釋前應避免著急採取行動。

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國泰金上修今年台灣GDP至3.6% 但電價漲通膨難降溫、央行難降息

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國泰金上修今年對台灣的GDP成長率預測值至3.6%,預估上半年GDP率可達5%,但下半年受到電價調漲等因素影響,通膨難以降溫,台灣央行面臨難以降息的局面。國泰金認為台灣經濟受到AI發展帶動出口需求、民間消費熱絡與投資底部回升的影響,展望未來受到通膨、中國政策及地緣政治風險等因素的影響。

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TaiChung Luxury Home Fire Breaks Out! 11th Floor Abandoned Materials Catch Fire, Workers Escape During Lunch Break, 1 Woman Inhaled Thick Smoke and Injured

Reported 8 months ago

A fire broke out in a luxury home in the Seven Phase District of Taichung City, with firefighters quickly responding to rescue. One female worker accidentally inhaled thick smoke and was injured. The fire originated on the 11th floor where abandoned materials caught fire in a utility shaft, leading to significant damage. Fortunately, all workers managed to escape in time, except for the woman who suffered smoke inhalation. The cause of the fire and extent of the damage are still under investigation.

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Japan's Shortest Ceremony: One Action in Front of Stone Tablet Ends in 20 Seconds

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On June 24, 2024, at 2:52 AM, the shortest ceremony in Japan, the 'Shionomine Mitateru Memorial Festival' was held in Okaya City, Nagano Prefecture. This ceremony involves a group of people gathering in front of a stone tablet, bowing, and concluding the ritual in just about 20 seconds. The ceremony is held to commemorate Emperor Meiji's visit to the Shionomine Pass in Okaya City and to praise the scenery. The event, attended by 150 people from Okaya City and neighboring Shiojiri City, concludes with a collective bow towards a 4-meter high stone monument.

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Guo Biting Reveals Allergic to Rice, Mouth Covered in Sores and Pain

Reported 8 months ago

Actress Guo Biting, who married Hong Kong film and TV tycoon Xiang Huaqiang's son Xiang Zuo in 2019, revealed on the Chinese variety show 'Chase the Wind 2024' about her unique condition of being allergic to rice. She shared that after eating rice, she experienced itching and allergic reactions, with the most severe incident resulting in sores and tears in her mouth. Guo Biting's appearance on the show also sparked discussions due to her use of a beauty filter that distorted her features, leading to comparisons with a 'snake spirit man'.

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Sun Anzuo publicly reveals that his lower body is 'bigger than iPhone' 1 move to compare the size super large

Reported 8 months ago

Sun Peng and Di Ying's son Sun Anzuo (renamed Sun Jianhao), who recently appeared in the Xinyi District for carrying a gas gun, causing a hot discussion by revealing the size of his lower body and comparing it with an iPhone using a ruler. A video of the encounter with Sun Anzuo in Xinyi District was posted by internet celebrity ''MiO''. After being asked about the measurement, Sun Anzuo shockingly claimed it was 'larger than an iPhone' and proceeded to compare it, sparking even more controversy.

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Power Station Celebrates Half a Century of Friendship, Plans to Retire Together in Nursing Home

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Power Station, a popular Taiwanese band, is marking its 27th anniversary and preparing to release their 11th album titled 'Jieban' (Accompany). The duo, Yan Zhi-Lin and You Qiu-Xing, have been friends for 50 years and are described as each other's best companions in life. Despite facing ups and downs in their careers, they continue to support each other and pursue their dreams together. The band's upcoming album signifies a new phase in their musical journey, as they collaborate with various artists and receive great responses from fans during their concert tours.

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Kaohsiung Man Dies from Suspected 'Brain-Eating Worm'? Health Bureau Clarifies: It is Amoebic Dysentery

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A man in southern Taiwan was suspected to have died from a 'brain-eating worm,' but the Kaohsiung City Health Bureau clarified that it was actually amoebic dysentery. Last year, there was a case of a woman in Taipei who died from an infection of the brain-eating worm after swimming, leading to public concern. The recent report about a man in southern Taiwan being invaded by the 'brain-eating worm' and dying from encephalitis was refuted by the Health Bureau, stating that it was a confirmed case of 'amoebic dysentery.'

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DPP to Propose Constitutional Interpretation on Parliament Reform, Lin Yu-chang Speaks Up

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After the Parliament Reform Reconsideration Bill was voted 'against' in the legislature, the DPP plans to propose a constitutional interpretation, with President Lai Ching-te personally explaining the decision. DPP Secretary-General Lin Yu-chang stated that the amendment not only violates the constitution substatively but also procedurally, thus being unconstitutional. Lin mentioned that while the DPP does not predefine its stance on the constitutional interpretation, many legal scholars hold a positive attitude. The discussion around Parliament Reform entering constitutional interpretation has attracted widespread attention due to its impact on legislation and individual rights, focusing on the precision and rigorousness required in lawmaking processes.

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Malayan Tapir 'Hero' from Japan Dies on Arrival in Taiwan... Zoo: Sperm 'Overcooked' and Unusable, Revealing Primary Decisions Between Taiwan and Japan

Reported 8 months ago

Malayan tapir 'Hero,' a 2-year-old from Yokohama Zoo in Japan, was supposed to visit Taipei Zoo for an exchange program but was found dead upon arrival in Taiwan, causing deep regret for both Taiwan and Japan. The autopsy revealed that the cause of death was heat stress-induced systemic circulatory failure, coagulation dysfunction, and pulmonary edema. Although 'Hero's' sperm quality and quantity were good, they were deemed unusable as they had been 'overcooked.' The primary decision now is to conduct a thorough pathological autopsy for further understanding. The incident highlights the importance of proper transport conditions for animals to prevent heat stress-related fatalities.

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DPP calls out KMT's arrogant comments and behavior regarding legislative matters

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On June 24, 2024, the Legislative Yuan rejected the reconsideration of amendments to parliamentary powers, prompting both the DPP and the Executive Yuan to publicly announce plans to petition for constitutional interpretation. President Lai Ching-te delivered a speech emphasizing the protection of the constitution and the people. DPP Legislative Yuan caucus chief Wu Si-yao criticized the KMT for their disrespectful remarks towards the judiciary, urging them to stop intimidating judges. Wu highlighted KMT members Weng Hsiao-ling and Wu Tsung-hsien's attempts to backtrack on unconstitutional expansion bills. The DPP emphasized the importance of upholding democratic values and checks and balances among institutions to prevent power concentration. Wu condemned the KMT's arrogance and disrespect towards judges, urging for public support in safeguarding the constitutional system.

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Surge in Patients with COVID-19 Symptoms Similar to Influenza

Reported 8 months ago

During the summer of 2024, there has been a significant increase in the number of patients visiting otolaryngology clinics with symptoms similar to COVID-19 and the flu, making diagnosis more complex. Compared to previous summers, the rise in respiratory cases has been unusually high, surpassing even the peak periods in winter. This trend has sparked concern and research in the medical field, as distinguishing between COVID-19 and influenza based on symptoms alone has become challenging. It is advised for patients experiencing such symptoms to seek medical attention promptly for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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Taylor Swift's Favorite London BBQ Shop! Offers Concert Tickets, But Owner Politely Declines for One Reason

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Taylor Swift's 'Eras Tour' recently arrived in London where she invited the owner of her favorite BBQ shop in North London, 'Kentish Delight,' to attend the concert with free VIP tickets. However, the owner, Ahmed Khan, politely declined citing being too busy with work due to short staff. Khan praised Swift's down-to-earth nature and respectfulness. Swift has previously featured the shop in her music video and even bought food worth £1,000 for her tour team during her visit. The 'Eras Tour' consists of 153 shows, with Swift having completed 100 shows last week in London.

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Sidewalk vendors selling vegetables! Grandmas in Taichung scared off with 20 advisory notices and stopped setting up stalls

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Due to sidewalk vendors illegally occupying roads, leading to traffic congestion and affecting pedestrian traffic flow near Nantun Market in Taichung, the police in the Fourth Precinct issued at least 20 advisory notices recently to encourage vendors to 'return the road to the people.' They held a coordination meeting with relevant units and market representatives hoping to reach a consensus for a win-win situation between vendors and road users. With a phased enforcement approach, the police were able to restore order and cooperation among vendors, ensuring smoother traffic and a cleaner environment in the area.

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