Reported 8 months ago
On June 22, 2024, at 4:07 AM, a man in Florida, USA, aged 31, ignored warnings from locals and was attacked by an alligator after swimming in a lake in the early hours of the 16th. Witnesses described the man lying on the road covered in blood, with clearly visible bones and flesh in his arm, requiring emergency amputation at the hospital. The incident occurred at Lake Monroe in Florida. Despite warnings from a fisherman and the police, the man continued swimming and was later attacked by an alligator. Research suggests over 1,200 alligators inhabit Lake Monroe, raising questions about the man's prolonged stay in the water.
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Reported 8 months ago
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has been experiencing a surge in stock prices and has announced an additional NT$8,000 in consumption credits for its employees. At a job fair in Kaohsiung on June 22, TSMC was recruiting for engineering and technician roles with starting salaries at NT$40,000. Alongside TSMC, famous dining group Din Tai Fung was also recruiting dishwashers with no experience or educational requirements, offering a starting salary of NT$43,000. Over 30 companies gathered at the fair, with more than 1,000 job openings available, including Foxconn offering salaries of over NT$45,000 for engineers.
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Reported 8 months ago
As summer arrives, a woman expressed frustration online about her boyfriend leaving the air conditioner on even when he's not home, causing her to think it's a waste of electricity. However, when the article was shared, some online users surprisingly sided with the boyfriend, stating reasons like having a pet at home justifies leaving the air conditioner on. The debate sparked discussions on whether leaving the air conditioner on all day is wasteful or necessary, with some emphasizing the importance of pet comfort in hot weather.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
A fatal accident occurred on June 21st around 9 a.m. at the intersection of Section 2, Datong Road, and Section 1, Linsen Road in Tainan City. A woman surnamed Lu, riding a leisure electric scooter for commuting, was tragically struck by a trailer truck driven by a man surnamed Li making a right turn from south to north on Datong Road towards Linsen Road. Lu was rushed to the hospital for treatment but unfortunately passed away. The authorities will investigate to clarify the cause of the accident and the liable party. Police remind drivers of large vehicles to be cautious of blind spots, utilize the vehicle's peripheral vision assistance system, observe the dynamics of surrounding pedestrians and vehicles to ensure road user safety, and urge other road users to stay away from large vehicles. A woman in Tainan died in a car accident on the 21st, being hit by a trailer truck while riding an electric scooter. (Photo taken from scene) The trailer truck involved in the accident was parked at the scene. (Photo taken from scene)
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
A gas explosion occurred this morning at a market on Minsheng Road in Daxi District, Taoyuan. A motorcycle rider accidentally broke a gas pipeline while passing through the market, causing a father and son surnamed Jian to be burned as they tried to shut off the gas. Both sustained burn injuries on 50% and 20% of their bodies respectively, but are currently in stable condition after receiving medical treatment. Firefighters arrived at the scene to find the fire already extinguished by the public. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the explosion, with authorities reminding the public to report gas leaks immediately to prevent accidents.
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Reported 8 months ago
Saint Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Terrance Drew and his delegation visited Taiwan for a five-day trip, welcomed by Foreign Minister Joseph Wu at the airport. This is the first visit by a foreign head of state since the new government took office, showcasing the commitment to strengthen ties between the two nations. Taiwan and Saint Kitts and Nevis, despite their geographical distance, share common values and have collaborated closely in various fields over the 41 years since establishing diplomatic relations. The visit aims to enhance cooperation and create more opportunities for progress and prosperity.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
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Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
A wide-scale power outage occurred in the Balkan Peninsula on June 21 affecting 4 countries, including Montenegro, Bosnia, Albania, and Croatia, with high temperatures causing an increased demand for electricity that exceeded the grid's capacity. The energy minister of Montenegro cited the heatwave as the main reason, leaving citizens without access to essential amenities like air conditioning. The blackout led to chaos in transportation and water supply in various cities, highlighting the interconnectedness of the region's power systems. Power was restored in most areas by the evening, but the incident caused significant disruptions across affected countries.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
On June 22, 2024, at 4:02 am, in Taipei's Dahu Park, a Shiba Inu was recorded by a passerby biting a wild mallard duck to death. The video went viral, with witnesses criticizing the dog's owner for a passive attitude, merely lightly patting the dog to stop without preventing the harm done to the innocent wildlife.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
The derailment of the Tzu-Chiang Express this time was only 100 meters away from the Taroko incident three years ago, but fortunately did not cause serious injuries or deaths. Experts pointed out that the new Tzu-Chiang model's body is heavier, more stable, and has stronger crash resistance. Moreover, it collided with soil and rocks, providing some degree of cushioning.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
A man surnamed Du recently went to a construction site in Taichung, where a residential building was still under construction, and performed parkour on the rooftop. The video circulated online, and the construction company involved stated that the man did not have permission to be there and filmed dangerous stunts without consent. They are considering pressing charges, while nearby residents were left in shock over the risky behavior.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Taiwanese Premier Chung Sye-Kyun heard a report on the 'New Vision of Meteorological Radar' from the Ministry of Transportation on the 21st and praised the Central Weather Bureau for actively upgrading the nationwide meteorological radar network to enhance radar warning capabilities and precipitation forecasting accuracy. With the aim to provide real-time accurate weather information for a safer and better life, the government emphasizes the importance of innovative technology and inter-agency cooperation in monitoring extreme weather threats such as typhoons, heavy rain, and floods.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
A Taiwan Railways train collided with rocks and soil while the 'alarm system' was questioned for being ineffective. Taiwan Railways explained that the West Zheng Line where the incident occurred has well-lit tunnels that provide protection against falling rocks, so there was no need for an alarm system. However, in this case of a mudslide overflowing, the train derailed, and Taiwan Railways attributed it to the relatively low height of the soil barrier at the tunnel entrance which led to the accident.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
According to TVBS News on June 22, 2024, Taiwanese corporations see great potential in Kaohsiung's future development, with various industries investing in the city and offering numerous job opportunities. At a large-scale job fair organized by the Kaohsiung City Labor Bureau, 30 companies participated, including TSMC and Foxconn, attracting young professionals to return to their hometown for career opportunities.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
On June 10th, a person participating in water activities in Penghu accidentally dropped their iPhone into the sea due to the instructor's vigorous driving. The owner initially gave up searching but was fortunate enough to have the phone located by the operator approximately a week later and informed promptly. It was indeed a lucky turn of events for the owner.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
New Taipei's King, recent winners of the first PLG Basketball Championship in team history, held a press conference on June 22, 2024, to announce the launch of a new basketball league, aiming to break away from the existing PLG and T1 League frameworks. 9 teams have signed letters of intent, including one from Southeast Asia, with all 5 T1 League teams reportedly involved. T1 League Secretary-General Wang Zhiqun confirmed that all matters are being handled based on the will of each team, and the league will proceed as planned. New Taipei's King Chairman Wang Wenxiang emphasized that the new league will free itself from the constraints brought by the differing establishment times and regulations of PLG and T1, organizing a completely new league. Despite the sudden announcement, T1 League remains open and optimistic about cooperating and communicating with the new league, continuing with scheduled events such as the testing session on July 6 and the draft ceremony on July 11.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
In Miaoli, a police officer attempted an online purchase but the transaction failed. However, while he was sleeping, there was an unauthorized overseas credit card transaction of $100 USD, equivalent to over 4,000 TWD. Upon waking up, he received a notification and immediately informed the bank to stop the payment. The police also discovered scam phishing methods through water bill reminder texts with shortened URLs and emails pretending to be from post offices providing contact numbers for couriers.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
On June 22, 2024, at 4:00 a.m., a Shiba Inu caused chaos by running loose, resulting in two cars colliding as they tried to avoid hitting the dog. Police are investigating the owner of the dog.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
A passenger was prosecuted for wearing a BB gun on the metro, which was deemed as 'cool.' The incident occurred on June 22, 2024, as reported by TVBS News Network at 4:00 AM.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
This morning in Puzi City, Chiayi County, a robbery occurred at a convenience store where a junior high school student from Dongshi Junior High School was threatened by a man in his 50s. The man demanded money, saying 'Give me money or I'll shoot you,' causing the student to hand over 700 NT dollars before the man fled on a motorcycle. The police arrested the man 3km away from the scene and will prosecute him for robbery. The student was unable to seek help as he was inside the store and too scared to call out for assistance.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
根據《搜狐網》運勢專欄，射手座、巨蟹座、雙魚座、天秤座的人性格問題使他們容易成為小人利用。射手座冒險好奇，巨蟹座過於信任家人，雙魚座輕信甜言蜜語，天秤座猶豫不決易受誘導。建議星座們要慎重思考行動，避免陷入不利境地。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
During the Paris Olympics, there will be 30,000 police officers deployed daily for security, with 4.5万 officials on the opening day, along with snipers, elite units such as the National Gendarmerie Intervention Group, RAID, and BRI. Additionally, 18,000 soldiers will be supporting security, making it the largest military mobilization on French soil since the end of WWII. Security concerns include terrorism threats, environmental activists, left-wing extremists, and pro-Palestinian activities. Athletes will travel by 94 boats on the Seine River for about 6 kilometers during the opening ceremony, accompanied by 35 security boats, snipers, and special forces teams.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
美國蒙大拿州去年發生2起銀行搶案，驚人的是策劃者竟是一名88歲高齡老翁，他親自在犯案中擔任司機角色。老翁今年2月坦承犯案，甚至表示搶銀行是他的主意。法官判處他2年有期徒刑，並要求支付賠償金以及在監獄醫療機構服刑2年後接受3年監管。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
In a court ruling on the dispute between Keelung City Government and Dajin Company over the East Coast Mall, the Keelung District Court ruled in favor of the City Government. Former Central Broadcasting System Chairman Chao Shao-kang criticized the lack of accountability for the previous administration despite justice being served for Keelung Mayor Xie Guoliang, calling the Green Party's retaliatory recall unjustifiable. Chao stated that the court verified the dispute was a commercial conflict between Dajin and NET, not involving the city government, and highlighted Mayor Xie's resilience against political attacks and rumors by the Democratic Progressive Party. Chao called for justice to prevail once again in Keelung amidst the political tensions.
Source: YAHOO