Reported about 1 year ago
The first round of the French parliamentary elections concluded with President Macron's centrist alliance facing a heavy defeat. The far-right party, National Rally, secured the top spot with a 34% vote share, while Macron's coalition only came in third, described as a significant setback. Following the voting, exit polls predicted National Rally leading, followed by the leftist alliance New People's Front, and Macron's governing coalition trailing behind. The second round of elections, scheduled for July 7th, will have implications for the European financial markets, Western support for Ukraine, and France's nuclear arsenal and global military influence.
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Reported about 1 year ago
With summer travel season in full swing, the article discusses the importance of arriving early at the airport and provides a formula for calculating the necessary preparation time based on different traveler scenarios. Specific recommendations include allowing 90 minutes buffer time for passengers with only carry-on luggage, additional time for parking, checked baggage, traveling with pets, and special passenger statuses like executives or premium ticket holders. Factors such as peak travel times and airport size are also taken into account for determining the adequate early arrival time.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As of 7:47 PM on June 30, 2024, in the morning of July 1, a collision between a large truck and a sedan occurred at kilometer 181.3 on the northbound lane of National Freeway 3 Longjing section, causing about a 1-kilometer congestion. Additionally, a collision involving five vehicles occurred at kilometer 317 on the northbound lane of National Freeway 1 Tainan section, leading to a 5-kilometer congestion. Authorities are on-site investigating, and the exact causes are yet to be determined. Drivers passing through these areas should stay alert. More updates will be provided by Zhongtian News website.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwanese celebrity Chen Chih-Peng, a former member of the 'Little Tigers' boy band, recently signed a new contract in China and expressed his determination to continue working at the age of 53, receiving admiration from netizens for his perseverance. Despite criticisms in the past for his unconventional fashion choices, many admire his authenticity. Netizens are impressed by his youthful appearance and impeccable skincare, praising his dedication to his career at his age.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Japanese AV star Yua Mikami, who transitioned to being a social media influencer, celebrity, and clothing brand owner after leaving the AV industry, recently showcased her impressive figure in a cute and sexy swimsuit with a bow on the back, attracting a lot of attention from fans. Despite facing backlash online for collaborating with a hat brand due to her past as an AV actress, Mikami responded to the criticism with a heartfelt message, emphasizing the impact of hurtful words. Her loyal fans continue to view Mikami as a goddess.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Starbucks launched a buy one get one free promotion today (7/1), with 7-11 offering the second selected drink at half price, making your Monday less dreary—hurry and start drinking up! Starbucks introduced a 'Embrace Summer Cool Must-Have Friends Share Day' today, from 11:00-20:00 at all Starbucks stores in Taiwan, where buying two large cups of the same flavor iced drinks will get you one cup free provided by Starbucks. Each person can buy up to two for two, with drinks limited to on-site pick-up only. Offer items may vary by store and do not include Frappuccino series drinks, cloud iced shaken espresso, canned drinks, Reserve series coffees, pour-over, siphon coffees, and drinks containing alcohol. Starbucks buy one get one free.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to the Central Weather Bureau, various regions across Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen, and Matsu will experience partly cloudy to sunny weather on July 1st and 2nd, with the possibility of brief thunderstorms in the afternoon in northern and northeastern Taiwan, eastern areas, and mountainous regions. Experts warn of sporadic showers in the southwestern region today, with the potential for localized 'severe thunderstorms' in the afternoon. High temperatures and scorching conditions are expected in several areas, including Taoyuan County, Taichung City, and Tainan City among others, with temperatures possibly reaching up to 38 degrees. Residents are advised to take precautions against heatstroke and sunburn. Current temperatures range from 24 to 38 degrees in northern Taiwan and similar ranges in other regions. The weather forecast indicates the persistence of high temperatures throughout the week due to the weakened descending effect of the Pacific high pressure system.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Keelung Mayor Xie Guoliang is facing a recall case, and Taiwan People's Party Chairman Ko Wen-je expressed his strong opposition to political mobilization tactics, warning that recalls fueled by party hatred would lead to chaos in Taiwan society. Former DPP legislator Lin Cho-shui ironically criticized Ko's remarks as insincere political playacting. Ko emphasized the need for political harmony and peace post-presidential election, rejecting the use of recalls as tools for party hatred and calling for the respect of the people's right to recall officials.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A male netizen and his male colleague encountered difficulties at a hotel front desk while wanting to rest for 2 hours during a business trip to Taichung. The front desk raised the deposit from 100 to 500 NT$, insisted on cash payment, and required inspection upon checkout, leading to the man feeling discriminated against. The post sparked discussions with some sharing experiences in the hospitality industry and others suggesting customer respect. Various viewpoints were expressed, including considerations on cleanliness and business rights.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 27th, actor Tony Leung celebrated his 62nd birthday. His wife, Carina Lau, shared photos on Instagram of the birthday celebration at a high-end restaurant in Japan where they were joined by many celebrities. Lau even posted a picture of herself feeding strawberries to Tony Leung, expressing her love with a sweet message.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As the 'Dismantling Liang Action' aimed at recalling Keelung Mayor Xie Guoliang reached over 40,000 signatures, former Keelung Mayor Lin Youchang's sister and illustrator 'Charlie Wan Zhu' Lin Wanzi was moved to tears upon hearing the news, but later deleted the post. The second phase of the recall campaign surpassed the threshold last Saturday, and it was reported that the number of signatures had exceeded 40,000, passing the legal requirement. However, Lin Wanzi deleted the celebratory post, explaining that she would wait for the official announcement on the final count.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Yuri, a member of the Rakuten Girls, expressed her desire to leave the team during a late-night live stream, causing concern among fans. However, fellow member Lin-da denied rumors of discrimination by mentioning that the schedule for each member is the same, except for new members in their first year. Lin-da emphasized that everyone takes turns equally and that engaging in activities outside of the team is not an issue. Other team members also chimed in to support this stance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The euro strengthened as French election results indicated a lower likelihood of extreme policies from the far-right party, impacting market dynamics. Traders in the US are cautious of potential economic implications following the November election after the recent presidential debate between Biden and Trump. Wall Street is keeping a close eye on election news, with Treasuries falling and stocks slightly up, particularly in tech. Dollar gained as Biden's candidacy is being solidified for formal nomination in July, while the Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's immunity from criminal charges ensures no trial before the election. Investors are reevaluating assumptions, and JPMorgan expects the dollar to remain elevated due to November election risks.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 30, 2024, at 7:35 PM, in Taipei, director Shen Ao and Wang Talu attended a cross-strait film expo together. Wang Talu, best known for his role in the crime film 'Pressure Point,' reminisced about his past fame during an interview at the same hotel where he once famously swam naked in the pool. Despite his successful career, he revealed he rarely gambles, avoids social interactions, and almost never lends money, even jokingly refusing to lend to friend Ko Chen-tung. The director praised Wang Talu's dedication to his roles, even when filming challenging scenes like jumping off a building. The article also details filming difficulties and humorous anecdotes from the set.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Latest update from CTi News website on June 30, 2024, at 7:34 PM: A fire broke out at 10:20 PM last night in a one-story steel warehouse in Longship Village, Longqi District, Tainan City. The warehouse stored agricultural machinery and miscellaneous items, with the fire quickly spreading and consuming the entire structure. Tainan City Fire Department dispatched 21 personnel and 11 vehicles from the 5th Brigade in Guanmiao to the scene. The fire was successfully extinguished at 10:55 PM, and efforts to address any remaining embers and smoke were undertaken. The exact financial losses and cause of the fire are still under investigation. CTi News will provide further updates as the situation develops. Photos provided by the public at the scene of the fire.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The well-known giant fried chicken chain 'Hot-Star', famous for its extra-large-sized chicken cutlets, with nearly 60 branches across Taiwan, suddenly closed its Ximending branch located in the heart of the district without any prior notice, leaving many disappointed tourists empty-handed. The closure was reportedly triggered by two main factors that finally wore down the boss. The store's disappearance and rumors suggest it may have faced constant complaints about ventilation issues, leading the tired owner to switch to selling souvenirs instead. The space is now expected to be rented out for a new tenant.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN news reported that the 'Hao Da Da Chicken Cutlet' shop in Ximending, known for its popular chicken cutlets, has suddenly shut down without warning for almost a month, leaving many tourists disappointed. The closure reason cited was persistent complaints about smoke emission issues and the owner's fatigue, leading to the decision to transform the shop into a souvenir store. This closure marks a decline for the once-thriving brand, with only a few stores remaining out of the initial 60 branches established 20 years ago.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Rewilding Europe released eight European bison at Herdade do Vale Feitoso Estate in Portugal's Castelo Branco District, brought in from reserves in Poland to prevent wildfires and promote biodiversity in the 7,600-hectare area. The bison, reintroduced to the Iberian Peninsula after thousands of years, play a crucial role in managing vegetation, enhancing biodiversity, and supporting the climate and ecosystem. This rewilding initiative, part of the group's efforts in Europe, aims to observe how the bison adapt to their new habitat while offering ecotourism opportunities in the future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan Economic Research Institute previously announced the economic trend survey, indicating that due to the high prices in the second half of the year, the pressure of price increases is much higher than in the first half of the year. As of the first day of July, well-known yogurt ice cream shop 'Xue Fang,' Taichung's top ten souvenir egg roll shop 'Qing Niao Travels,' and the Ma Dou beef noodle soup operator offering 'minced meat + braised eggs eat all you can' in Tainan have all announced price increases, causing dissatisfaction among consumers. Xue Fang cited a nearly 20% increase in electricity expenses due to the government increasing industrial electricity costs as the reason for their price adjustments. Prices for products at Xue Fang have increased by 6 to 8%, including probiotics from NT$2100 to NT$2220, yogurt drinks from NT$100 to NT$105 per can, and Greek yogurt from NT$400 to NT$420. 'Qing Niao Travels,' the egg roll shop in Taichung awarded the 2024 top ten souvenir award, also increased product prices on the 1st, with prices for products like a box of five assorted flavors from NT$200 to NT$220, a box of twelve flavors from NT$350 to NT$380, and a mix of twenty-four flavors from NT$980 to NT$1080. In addition, a beef noodle soup operator in Ma Dou, Tainan, previously offered a system allowing customers to consume beef noodle soup for NT$120 and enjoy minced meat and braised eggs eat all you can, but due to rising raw material costs and the need to install air conditioning in the shop because of the hot weather, they had to raise prices to NT$130 for the all-you-can-eat option alongside the beef noodle soup consumption of NT$120.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to CTI News Network on June 30, 2024, there will be localized brief thunderstorms in the afternoon in northern and northeastern Taiwan, as well as other mountainous areas, with a chance of localized heavy rain. Meteorologists warn that the southwestern wind and Pacific high pressure will strengthen again, leading to another hot week. Today's weather remains hot. The Central Weather Bureau advises to be prepared for intense weather phenomena such as short-term heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong gusts, and urges people to stay alert, carry rain gear when going out, and be cautious in mountainous areas. Meteorologist Lin De-en reminds that the weather will remain hot for the whole week ahead.
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Reported about 1 year ago
湯普森將透過先簽後換的方式在自由市場離開金州勇士，與湖人、獨行俠、快艇、76人進行會面洽談下一步行動。湯普森效力勇士13年，已達成8年4冠成就，現狀表現力不從心，場均19.6分3.5籃板2.3助攻。
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Reported about 1 year ago
中天新聞網報導，桃園市議員于北辰面臨罷免案，引發關注。郭正亮建議于北辰保持低調並改善形象，認為罷免並非容易之事。游智彬等人發起連署行動，動力強勁，要求其被罷免的機會不小。
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to Taiwan Television Network on June 30, 2024, at 7:23 PM, South Korea's military announced that North Korea launched an unidentified ballistic missile in the early morning on July 1 in the eastern sea. South Korea and the US are currently analyzing the situation. This marks North Korea's second missile test in a week. Last month on the 26th, North Korea claimed to have successfully test-fired a multiple warhead missile, but South Korea revealed images of the missile exploding, contradicting North Korea's claims. The tensions have escalated with this latest provocation following the trilateral US-Japan-South Korea military exercises and North Korea's criticism of the 'Asian NATO.'
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Reported about 1 year ago
Popular South Korean YouTuber 'Muscle Mountain' who settled in Taiwan last year, collaborated with Taiwanese internet celebrities to increase his popularity in Taiwan. Recently, he was rushed to the hospital due to sudden severe back pain, and the video of his hospital experience immediately sparked discussions online. The diagnosis confirmed that he had kidney stones, and he expressed fear of needles during the treatment but praised the hospital nurses for their kindness. The incident has raised concerns among fans, reminding everyone to stay hydrated, especially during hot weather.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 30, 2024, at 7:18 PM, a well-known coffee shop in Taipei, Geolu Coffee, faced a food safety issue after a customer found a live cockroach in their salad during a delivery order, with others reporting incidents of finding metal shards in their meals. Taipei Health Bureau confirmed they will inspect the shop on July 1st. Geolu Coffee, with two branches in Neihu District, is known for long queues during peak hours and holidays. Despite receiving no response from the coffee shop, the Health Bureau plans to impose penalties if food safety violations are found, including fines ranging from 60,000 to 200 million NTD.
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