Reported about 1 year ago
The Lu Zhu Xuan YA Agricultural Tour Season has transformed this summer, offering a stunning city night view at Da Gu Mountain with colorful tunnel lights, accompanied by a free agricultural tour, and agricultural education experiences until July 28th. The event features immersive light displays, including AR technology for interactive experiences and special activities, making it a perfect day trip destination for sightseeing and photos.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 2, 2024, Hurricane Elsa, equivalent to a strong Category 4 typhoon, made landfall in Grenada and swept through the southeastern Caribbean Sea, marking the first recorded Category 4 hurricane to appear in June and causing severe damage in the region. The storm has already caused at least one death in the Windward Islands, including Saint Vincent, Saint Lucia, and Grenada. Prime Minister of Grenada, Mitchell, described it as a long morning for the residents affected by the hurricane, with hundreds of houses and buildings damaged and widespread power outages reported. The hurricane is projected to continue northwestward and is expected to make landfall in Mexico over the weekend.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Nationalist Party legislator Xu Qiaoxin's husband, and Taichung City Government Research and Evaluation Committee Chairman Liu Yanyi was accused of helping his sister handle legal fees for money laundering activities related to a scamming group. Liu denied the allegations, labeling them as 'absurd' and criticizing the media for sensational reporting and accusing him without proper verification of facts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Two Chinese executives working in the Philippines were kidnapped immediately after landing, with their families paying a ransom of 3 million RMB, but they were still killed. The Chinese embassy in the Philippines confirmed the kidnapping and deaths, urging the quick arrest of suspects. The victims were invited by a supposed Filipino agent met at a European summit, only to be kidnapped upon arrival in the Philippines. Despite efforts, the victims were tragically killed, leading to diplomatic negotiations by the Chinese embassy with the Philippine government.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A man surnamed Su in Chiayi spent 7 years at home caring for 12 cats, claiming his brother asked him to help catch mice, leading to a legal battle to confirm the employment relationship and seek salary. Surprisingly, even his mother did not support him. The court rejected his claim, stating he failed to provide evidence of the employment relationship. However, the case can still be appealed.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN新聞網報導台股於2024年7月2日開盤下跌，但光碟片廠錸德股價連續三天上漲且持續吸引交易，今日交易量達到13.4萬張，幾乎連續四天成交量居前。另外，台積電、鴻海等大型公司於當日均呈現下跌趨勢。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 2, 2024, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung presented the 'Special Diplomatic Award' to Sandra Oudkirk, the Director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT/T). Sandra Oudkirk, soon leaving office, expressed her desire to say 'See you later' rather than 'Goodbye' and hopes to reunite soon. Minister Lin highlighted the significant progress in Taiwan-US relations across various fields during Oudkirk's tenure, including security, trade, culture, and international engagement, emphasizing the commitment to further enhance bilateral ties. Taiwan and the US have made strides in areas such as the 'Taiwan-US Trade Initiative of the 21st Century' and global cooperation. The US support for Taiwan's defense capabilities was acknowledged, especially amidst evolving global challenges.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A fire broke out in a residential building on Shengnan Street, South District, Tainan City, yesterday morning, trapping 5 people with one escaping and 3 others sustaining minor injuries. Unfortunately, one woman, identified as the founder of Feity brand, 69-year-old Chen Biyin, was found dead in the elevator. Feity confirmed Chen's death due to a factory fire and expressed gratitude for all she had contributed. Chen's brand was even endorsed by Zhou Ziyu. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
After former National Security Bureau Director Chen Ming-Tong retired from National Taiwan University, he collaborated with former Hsinchu City Mayor Lin Chih-Chien on an autobiographical book claiming innocence regarding a thesis plagiarism case. Chen Ming-Tong enlisted the support of KMT legislator Wang Hong-Wei and other figures to help exonerate Lin Chih-Chien, sparking criticism over academic ethics. Wang Hong-Wei questioned the moral integrity of Chen Ming-Tong and others for attempting to rewrite the narrative of the well-established plagiarism case, emphasizing the importance of upholding academic freedom and integrity. The controversy also involved Public Functionary Reliability Support Association's Executive Director Zhang Hong-Lin, raising doubts about their integrity amidst the ongoing scandal.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A 24-year-old man in Taichung, Taiwan, stole a gold ring worth about 30,000 yuan from a jewelry store in Yilan's Luodong town on July 30th. Pretending to shop for a ring, he quickly took the ring while the owner wasn't looking and fled. The police intercepted the thief on National Highway 5 and handed him over to the Yilan District Prosecutors Office for theft. The thief, known for his criminal record, attempted to sell the stolen item in other areas, but was apprehended by the police who also recovered the ring.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the Executive Yuan's presentation at the Legislative Yuan, Economic Affairs Minister Guo Zhihui stated that electricity interruptions have decreased by 70%, attributing the perception of more frequent outages to increased media coverage. He reassured that there would be no power shortage in the future, despite concerns over the decommissioning of the nuclear power plant. Guo also mentioned plans for power supply adjustments to accommodate the shutdown of the plant, emphasizing that measures are in place to prevent outages for critical facilities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to Chinese media reports on July 2, 2024, during the 2024 Asian Junior Badminton Championships in Indonesia, 17-year-old Chinese badminton player Zhang Zhijie suddenly fainted and passed away despite rescue efforts. The incident sparked criticism towards the rule that medical teams cannot enter the court without the referee's permission. There were comparisons made to the successful resuscitation of Danish player Christian Eriksen in the Euro 2021 cup, highlighting the importance of prompt medical assistance in sports-related emergencies. Additionally, rumors of an online 'time traveler' predicting the bad news have surfaced. Zhang's tragic death led to calls for revising rules to allow faster medical intervention for athletes in distress.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 2, 2024, the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration announced that there were 4 batches of South Korean chili powder found to be non-compliant at the border, totaling 13 batches in the past six months, all due to excessive pesticide residue. As the South Korean authorities have not responded to improvement measures, the Administration has decided to suspend imports from three problematic manufacturers for one month. Additionally, other products like Panamanian boneless beef, Indonesian coriander seeds, and Vietnamese instant vegetarian noodles were found to have pesticide exceedances and were either returned or destroyed. The recent violations of South Korean chili powder were severe, with the latest discovery of 4 batches totaling 8616 kilograms. The Administration has taken strict measures at the border, inspecting all chili-related products for pesticide residues regardless of origin. One batch of American hot sauce 'HONEY CHIPOTLE' was intercepted for containing cancer-causing pesticide ethylene oxide, and a batch of activated acid clay from China was found to contain excessive arsenic and had to be returned or destroyed. Violations by American condiments have also occurred, with 7 out of 407 tested batches found non-compliant due to ethylene oxide content, prompting increased inspections until December 31. Editor: Qin Yingwen
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Reported about 1 year ago
After the meeting of the People's Party Legislative Caucus on July 2, 2024, a press conference was held where they criticized Premier Taoyu Tai's recent remarks on addressing the declining birth rate. Taoyu Tai suggested using household registration data to identify unmarried youth of marriageable age or married individuals without children for incentives, which sparked privacy concerns. In response, People's Party legislator Huang Kuo-chang stressed the importance of protecting people's privacy rights and cautioned against government intrusion. He highlighted previous incidents of mass surveillance and emphasized the constitutional value of safeguarding privacy. Huang urged the government to address public concerns before utilizing personal data extensively, emphasizing the need to protect people's privacy rights and avoid overstepping boundaries with the use of state machinery.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taipei City police have recently cracked down on underground casinos, uncovering two large-scale operations in commercial buildings in Songshan. More than 50 individuals, including dealers and players, were apprehended, with over 35 million chips and cash seized. Those involved were fined under gambling laws and social order regulations. The operators and participants of the casinos are facing legal consequences following police investigations and charges at the Taipei District Prosecutor's Office.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During a press conference on July 2, 2024, the People's Party expressed their disapproval of increasing the recall threshold and announced their intention to present their own revised version of the law. They advocate for a rigorous referendum process and propose that the citizen's referendum process should follow the guidelines set in the law governing the removal of the President and Vice President. The party emphasizes the need to protect and uphold the people's recall rights as guaranteed by the constitution and ensure that any recall campaign is in line with the parties involved. Their proposed amendment will be presented by MP Mai Yu-chen during the review session on Thursday, suggesting a strict referendum process similar to that of the law concerning the President and Vice President's removal.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Recently, many users have found that when using the communication app LINE for texting, if they don't specifically select a word before sending, it will directly send a bunch of Bopomofo symbols, a situation that did not exist before. With the recent 14.10 update, LINE has fixed this issue. Users had been troubled by the problem of sending out excessive Bopomofo symbols instead of the first set of recommended words when using Bopomofo input method. LINE has acknowledged this as a bug occurring in iOS LINE versions 14.7.0 and above, and has released the latest iOS version 14.10 update to address this issue, urging users to update promptly to avoid further inconvenience.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin mentioned on June 30th that the US Ambassador to Thailand, Robert F. Godec, recently sent a letter proposing that the Thai Air Force purchase F-16 Block 70 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin. However, Srettha pointed out that there are still many issues to discuss in the procurement proposal, including Thailand's requests for reciprocity. Last month, there were reports of Sweden offering Gripen fighter jets to Thailand, with SAAB promising technology transfer and added value beyond the procurement cost.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Rio Tinto is in discussions with employees at the Oyu Tolgoi copper operations in Mongolia to prevent further industrial action due to a significant wage decrease that led to a previous strike in May. The company is aiming to produce 500,000 tons of copper annually from 2028 onwards, valued at around $5 billion a year. Workers are demanding wage parity with other Rio Tinto mines as their salaries have dropped by up to 80%, prompting a potential strike if demands are not met by July 5, 2024.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Since becoming a father, artist Yu Xiangquan has transitioned from being a popular uncle to a dedicated dad, often sharing sweet moments with his daughter on social media. To spend more time with her, he successfully lost 11 kilograms, bringing down his high blood pressure, blood sugar, and blood lipid levels to normal. Yu's lifestyle has changed significantly since his daughter's birth, even prompting him to pay more attention to finances and health concerns, showcasing his love and dedication as a father.
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Reported about 1 year ago
NINI AND BLUE Play and Food Review from Yahoo Travel Expert on July 2, 2024, introduces Shores Wetland Estate in Puli, Nantou, a new hidden gem for water fun located near Puli Taomi Leisure Farming Area. Featuring a rich natural ecology, the estate offers a convenience store with light snacks, a garden cafe, and a mountain spring water play area, providing a delightful experience whether you want to play in the water or simply enjoy coffee. The article highlights the facilities, pricing, and ambiance of Shores Wetland Estate, making it a recommended destination for families and coffee enthusiasts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A man surnamed Huang, along with two accomplices, attacked a man surnamed Wu with a baseball bat and a knife in Sanchong District, New Taipei City, in the early hours of the 2nd. The victim's girlfriend was frightened on the scene. Wu owed Huang 1000 NT but delayed repayment. During negotiations, Wu taunted the debtor, triggering Huang and his associates to viciously attack Wu. The police arrived quickly and applied pressure to stop the bleeding before sending Wu to the hospital. Huang confessed that the attack was due to a debt dispute and feeling provoked by Wu's taunts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the scorching heat, a tin house in Miaoli County, Taiwan experienced two fire incidents within 12 hours, with the second fire being more intense, engulfing the entire structure. The first fire was caused by a washing machine the previous day, and the second fire broke out in the clutter room of the same house, causing significant damage. Fortunately, no one was inside the tin house, but an 18-year-old girl from a nearby residence suffered from burns. The Fire Department is investigating the unusual occurrence and possible causes of the two fires to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
余祥銓自從成爲父親後，為了能陪伴女兒更長的時間，不僅成功減重11公斤，還改變了生活作息及飲食習慣。他和老婆柔柔一起減重，從80公斤減至69公斤，並在女兒出生後工作翻倍，將收入用於家庭和未來規畫。此外，他還分享了對於成爲父親後的新體悟和家庭轉變。
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Reported about 1 year ago
It was reported on July 2, 2024, that there were mainland Chinese journalists in Taiwan monitoring a political talk show. Deputy Minister of the Mainland Affairs Council, Liang Wen-jie, stated that they couldn't locate the source, making the investigation difficult. Nationalist Party legislator, Wang Hong-wei, criticized the situation, suggesting that they are treating Democratic Progressive Party legislator Shen Bo-yang, who was already aware of the issue, as insignificant. Despite earlier confirmation of the involvement by the Mainland Affairs Council and Culture Ministry in the matter, Liang Wen-jie mentioned the lack of evidence and difficulty in verification. Wang Hong-wei highlighted the irony of the situation, questioning the government's sincerity in seeking the truth when they claim to have trouble finding the source, particularly with Shen Bo-yang already aware of the issue.
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