Reported 8 months ago
The Taiwan Ministry of National Defense revealed the latest Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) activities near the Taiwan Strait, detecting 23 PLA aircraft and 7 PLA vessels on June 23. Among them, a rare sighting was a PLA helicopter flying long range from north to south in the eastern waters near Taiwan, reaching as close as 45 nautical miles from Keelung. The PLA aircraft and vessels continue to operate near Taiwan with a notable concentration in different regions, with the Taiwanese military closely monitoring and responding to the PLA's movements.
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Reported 8 months ago
In response to the 2024 Keelung Chaojing Bay Festival, the Keelung City Police Department's Women and Children's Police Team set up booths at the Bitou Fishing Port on June 23 to advocate for preventing adult and child pornography and enhancing internet safety. The event included promoting safety measures for children using the internet during summer vacation to prevent scams and the sharing of intimate photos. The event also featured sailboat experiences, remote-controlled sailboats, SUP experiences, and canoe experiences, along with local food markets, allowing attendees to learn more about local culture in Keelung. The Women and Children's Police Team aimed to prevent various crimes against women and children, engage with the public, promote anti-crime awareness, and provide tips to prevent online scams and abductions.
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Reported 8 months ago
The 2-year-old Malayan tapir, named Hideo, from Yokohama Zoo, Japan, died shortly after arriving in Taiwan on June 21. The initial pathology autopsy revealed that the tapir likely died from heat stress-induced systemic circulatory failure, coagulation dysfunction, and lung edema. The Taipei Zoo is coordinating with experts to investigate the incident further and improve animal transportation safety measures for future international species exchanges.
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Reported 8 months ago
President Lai Ching-te has announced the application for constitutional interpretation and temporary disposal regarding the controversial Parliamentary Reform Bill. Lai emphasized the need to protect constitutional order, safeguard people's rights, and ensure that any reform of the Parliament is lawful and constitutional. He highlighted the importance of respecting the Constitution's principles of power separation, checks and balances, and human rights. The President's decision aims to uphold democratic values and protect the nation's constitutional system, ultimately deepening Taiwan's democracy and ensuring its sustainable development.
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Reported 8 months ago
A Japanese tapir named 'Hero' from Yokohama Zoo in Japan arrived in Taipei Zoo with no signs of life, after being anticipated to arrive on June 21. A subsequent autopsy conducted by Taipei Zoo's veterinary team and National Taiwan University experts confirmed that Hero died primarily due to heat stress, leading to circulatory failure, coagulation disorders, and pulmonary edema. Born on January 12, 2022, in Yokohama Zoo, Hero was brought to Taiwan for genetic exchange, but sadly succumbed to the extreme conditions. His body temperature reached a core temperature of 41 degrees Celsius at the time of death.
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Reported 8 months ago
During an interview with US media in Washington D.C., Minister of Economic Affairs Guo Zhijie was asked whether nuclear power would be restarted in Taiwan to support the development of the technology industry. He responded that currently, Taiwan has a law that makes it temporarily not feasible to do so. When asked about the impact of the 'Punishing Taiwan Independence Act' on Taiwanese investment, Guo stated that it should not have a significant effect. Guo led a delegation of SMEs and Taiwanese supply chain to participate in the 'Select USA Investment Summit' and discussed issues such as nuclear power restart, the Punishing Taiwan Independence Act, and the purpose of the trip during a media interview.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Beatles傳奇保羅·麥卡尼在倫敦溫布萊體育場與泰勒·斯威夫特的粉絲共舞，這變成一個無價的經歷。斯威夫特演唱歌曲“But Daddy I Love Him”時吸引了麥卡尼的注意，他也加入了舞蹈中。這個特別時刻被捕捉下來，讓麥卡尼和斯威夫特的粉絲們感到驚喜。
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Reported 8 months ago
As COVID-19 cases surge, focusing on personal hygiene is crucial in addition to boosting immunity. Nutritionists emphasize the importance of consuming 6 key nutrients through daily diet for better immune function: Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin B6, Zinc, Iron, and Selenium. Apart from maintaining good hygiene practices and wearing masks, nutritionists suggest incorporating foods rich in these nutrients like guava, salmon, chicken, and oysters to enhance immune response. Ultimately, proper handwashing, disinfecting, mask wearing, social distancing, and vaccination remain essential to stay safe and healthy during this pandemic.
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Reported 8 months ago
In a Euro 2024 Group A match held in Stuttgart, Germany, Hungary defeated Scotland 1-0 with Kevin Csoboth's goal in the final minute of injury time, securing the 3rd position in the group and advancing to the round of 16. Scotland was eliminated. The match saw a tense moment when Hungary's forward Barnabas Varga collided with the Scottish goalkeeper in the 68th minute and had to be stretchered off, reminiscent of Christian Eriksen's incident in Euro 2020. Csoboth dedicated his goal to Varga, and Hungary's midfielder Roland Sallai mentioned playing for him in the final minutes of the match. Germany and Switzerland also advanced to the knockout stage, with Hungary awaiting results from other groups to determine their fate. Scotland, with only 1 point from a draw with Switzerland, faced elimination, having not won a Euro match since 1996. Hungary, riding a 14-game unbeaten streak from November 2022 to March 2024, came into Euro 2024 with high hopes after defeating strong teams like England and Germany in the UEFA Nations League, despite confidence setbacks from two consecutive losses in the current tournament.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 19, 2024, the Green Kindergarten in Qingshihpu, Taoyuan, collaborated with the Qingshihpu Fire Department to organize a visit to strengthen disaster prevention awareness among children. The event aimed to instill disaster preparedness concepts and knowledge among children, who could then advocate this information to their families. Through interactive activities like water gun shooting, fire prevention briefing, and earthquake experience simulation, the children gained insights into the firefighters' work and had the chance to experience being junior firefighters for a day. The fire department highlighted the importance of early warning and evacuation by introducing fire safety measures and showcasing fire trucks and ambulances to the enthusiastic children.
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Reported 8 months ago
Following the conclusion of the parliamentary reform review, the Presidential Office and Executive Yuan are set to present a constitutional interpretation, triggering Nationalist Party legislator Wu Chung-Hsien to express via Facebook his belief that the parliamentary reform laws do not pose any constitutional issues and align with the constitutional system of Taiwan. Wu mentioned that even if the judges insist on unconstitutionality, it would likely be limited to certain clauses, not the entirety. However, lawyer Lin Chih-Chun criticized Wu's stance. Wu clarified that the potential unconstitutionality of clauses arises mainly if judges face political pressures, emphasizing the importance of judicial trustworthiness and a fair assessment. He also stressed the critical role of Parliament in overseeing the executive branch for a healthy democracy, highlighting the need for proper checks and balances to uphold transparency and justice in Taiwan's political landscape.
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Reported 8 months ago
A 71-year-old woman surnamed Liu was caught by staff at a supermarket in Zhongzheng District, Taipei City after stealing ribeye steaks worth 500 NT each five times within a month. The staff finally confronted her as she was about to steal again, leading to her arrest. Surveillance footage revealed her stealing habit, and the store estimated losses of 2495 NT. Liu, who claimed to be retired and financially stable with properties in central Taipei, confessed to her love for ribeye steaks as the reason behind her crime. She was arrested for theft and the case was sent to the Taipei District Prosecutors Office for investigation.
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Reported 8 months ago
A brawl broke out in Sanxia District, New Taipei City, involving teenagers and baseball bats after a dispute between a 16-year-old boy and his ex-girlfriend's current boyfriend. The conflict escalated when it was revealed that the girl was meddling, leading to a violent confrontation on the street which left both parties injured. Police intervened, sent the injured to the hospital, and apprehended the teenagers involved. The incident will be legally prosecuted, with minors being handled by juvenile teams.
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Reported 8 months ago
陳昭榮吐露心境表示借出去的錢大多不會回來，感嘆借錢都拿不回來，而友人卻在出國度假時被巧遇，對人性感到失望。他表示年紀增長後越來越冷漠，拒絕無意義的應酬，強調健康才是最大的幸福。
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 23, 2024, actors Yu Tian and Li Ya-Ping appeared at the Shilin District Court in Taipei. Their daughter Yu Yuanqi passed away in 2022 due to cancer, leaving her husband Gary (Chen Jian) to take care of the family. However, Gary was arrested by the police for involvement in a fraud ring, leading to their family being taken care of by a maid. Yu Tian and Li Ya-Ping appeared in court for mediation, expressing that they miss their family. Yu Tian expressed anger towards Gary for his involvement in fraud and neglect during Yu Yuanqi's illness.
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Reported 8 months ago
French high school student, featured on the YouTube channel 'Ku's dream,' praised Taiwanese desserts 'Douhua' and 'Grass Jelly,' describing them as 'reaching the top directly.' They were impressed by the variety of ingredients in Taiwanese desserts and the affordable prices, with one student exclaiming, 'This bowl is only 60 NT dollars, it's a great deal!' They compared the flavors to those in France, expressing how much they enjoyed the Taiwanese sweets over the limited dessert options in France.
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Reported 8 months ago
President Lai Ching-te recently announced the establishment of the 'National Climate Change Response Committee,' 'National Defense Resilience Committee,' and 'Health Taiwan Promotion Committee' at the Presidential Office, where he will personally serve as the convener. This move has been criticized as creating unnecessary bureaucracies. In response, Kuomintang Chairman Chu Li-lun pointed out the irony in the situation, highlighting how in the past, when former President Ma Ying-jeou attempted a similar initiative, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) accused him of power expansion and acting like an emperor. Chu Li-lun questioned whether Lai Ching-te's actions were any different.
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Reported 8 months ago
Citizens have noted the placement of electric scooter battery swap stations inside post offices, finding it quite interesting. Although many swap stations are usually located at convenience store entrances for shelter from wind, some individuals speculate that the indoor placement in post offices may be for cooling down batteries during the summer heat. However, experts mention that lithium batteries function fine between 30-40 degrees, and moving stations indoors may be more about avoiding direct sunlight. Business owners rent out space for these stations, with considerations mainly focusing on visibility and high traffic areas, ensuring riders have convenient and cool spots to swap batteries.
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Reported 8 months ago
President Tsai Ing-wen made his first public address during his term, announcing the amendments to the 'Legislative Yuan Exercise of Powers Act' and the 'Republic of China Criminal Code,' but also declared his plan to apply for a constitutional interpretation and temporary injunction to safeguard constitutional order and protect people's rights. Despite the outcome of the constitutional interpretation, Tsai emphasized that both the ruling party and the opposition must respect and accept it, advocating against expanding parliamentary power while supporting reform within the legal and constitutional framework.
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Reported 8 months ago
China is pushing the EU to remove the preliminary tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles by July 4 as both sides agree to resume trade talks. The EU is set to impose duties of up to 38.1% on Chinese-made EVs, citing unfair subsidies. China is eager to negotiate and avoid a tariff war similar to the one with the US. Talks have restarted, with analysts highlighting the necessity for China to make significant concessions for the tariffs to be lifted before November 2.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
An exclusive report on June 23, 2024, at 10:16 PM showed images from Pexels. Early this morning, a warehouse in Yuanfu 1st Street, Luzhu District, Taoyuan City, caught fire. The blaze was fierce and produced thick smoke visible for several kilometers. Luckily, the fire was extinguished at 6:41 AM, with no injuries or trapped individuals. The cause of the fire and property damage are currently being investigated. The Taoyuan City Fire Department dispatched 107 firefighters, 28 fire trucks, and 1 ambulance to the scene after receiving the report at 5 AM. The warehouse, a one-story tin structure, stored diapers, edible oil, electric fans, and other daily goods, with a burning area of 1600 square meters. Despite the intense fire due to the inflammable goods, the firefighters successfully controlled and extinguished it, preventing casualties and further losses. Although there were no casualties, the incident caused panic among nearby residents who witnessed the scene. The fire department advised citizens to enhance fire prevention measures to prevent similar incidents. Further details on the fire's cause and property damage await confirmation by investigators.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
According to SET News on June 24, the selling rate of Japanese Yen hit a new low at 0.2063 this morning, allowing people to exchange for over 33,000 yen more by exchanging 100,000 TWD compared to January. This favorable exchange rate is mainly due to the depreciation of the Japanese Yen, with the USD/JPY rate approaching 160. The Japanese authorities are prepared to intervene in the market if necessary, emphasizing transparency in their actions. Stay tuned to learn more.
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Reported 8 months ago
A woman, Chen, caused a collision with an ambulance in Taiwan while claiming the patient was not in critical condition and should have yielded to her first. The judge ruled in favor of the ambulance driver, citing the 'Baolin Teahouse Case' to overturn Chen's argument. The court found that the ambulance had warned and slowed down while approaching the intersection, indicating its passage, but Chen failed to yield, leading to the accident. Despite Chen's belief that the patient's condition was not urgent, the judge highlighted the unpredictable nature of medical emergencies and the inability to assess the seriousness beforehand, ultimately ruling in favor of the ambulance driver and dismissing Chen's compensation claim.
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Reported 8 months ago
New Taipei City councilor Yeh Yuan-chih, located in the Banqiao district, has been targeted by a recall group claiming he can't be found and isn't working. Yeh responds by expressing disbelief, noting that many people call his office daily, whether to criticize or praise him. He asserts the basis of the recall is questionable, emphasizing the need for evidence before assuming he isn't fulfilling his duties.
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Reported 8 months ago
Actor Liu Liangzuo, known for his roles in various TV series and movies, recently disclosed on social media his decision to leave his position as the head of the Department of Performing Arts and Fashion Management at Taipei Ocean University where he served for around 3 years, citing the need to focus on his family and acting career. His wife also expressed concern over his hard work. Liu Liangzuo shared photos of his graduation ceremony, indicating his departure from the educational field.
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