Reported 11 months ago
During the petition period for Terry Gou, founder of Hon Hai Group, to run for the 2024 presidential election, Tang Wenlong, chairman of the Taipei City Taxi Association, is accused of 'signature bribery.' After spending almost $200,000 to obtain over 380,000 signatures, the documents were destroyed due to format issues. The Taipei District Prosecutors' Office has now filed charges against Tang Wenlong and 7 others under the 'Presidential and Vice Presidential Election and Recall Act.'
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Reported 11 months ago
As reported by Liberty Times on June 25, 2024, a senior media personnel revealed that a certain political talk show in Taiwan had a Xinhua News Agency reporter from Mainland China participating in its production, under the surveillance to meet the requirements of the Taiwan Affairs Office. However, a member of the Kuomintang questioned why the report did not mention the specific media or the whistleblower. This issue was discussed in a press conference by the Democratic Progressive Party legislative group, emphasizing the consequences of Mainland China's interference in Taiwanese media and calling for strict investigations by the Ministry of Culture and the NCC. The Kuomintang and People First Party were also criticized for their alleged roles. These recent revelations have sparked tensions and debates within the political landscape in Taiwan.
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Reported 11 months ago
China recently released a policy document outlining penalties, including the death penalty, for 'Taiwan independence' activities that are deemed as crimes of splitting the country. However, the policy also allows for individuals to avoid criminal responsibilities if they renounce separatist positions and meet certain criteria. The spokesperson for China's Taiwan Affairs Office emphasized that the policy is targeted at a small minority of 'Taiwan independence stubborn elements' engaging in criminal activities of splitting or inciting to split the country, and is meant to safeguard peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 25, 2024, South Korean military announced that North Korea launched an unidentified ballistic missile towards the East Sea on the 26th, suspected to have failed as it exploded midair and debris fell outside of Japan's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). This marks North Korea's 8th such launch this year. South Korean military estimates North Korea was testing the performance of a hypersonic ballistic missile but failed. North Korea has been striving to develop hypersonic missiles to challenge US and South Korean air defense networks, with recent tests reported in January and April.
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Reported 11 months ago
Over the past weekend in Hengchun Township, Pingtung County, a family of four was spotted riding bikes on the fast lane at 26.8 kilometers on Highway 26, creating a dangerous situation due to poor visibility. Witnesses criticized the incident, warning against reckless endangerment and urging compliance with traffic regulations. Police have vowed to enforce penalties for similar violations under traffic management regulations.
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Reported 11 months ago
A woman fell from a building in Kaohsiung's Xinxing District, discovered by a resident on the 9th floor around 9:28 AM. The injured woman (36 years old) was promptly rescued by emergency services. She is a tenant in the building, and further investigation into the cause of the fall is ongoing. This incident serves as a reminder to seek help bravely, as there is always a way out in life. Emergency contact numbers are also provided for those in need.
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Reported 11 months ago
Voice actor Junji Majima, known for his roles in 'Assassination Classroom' and 'Haikyuu!!', recently faced backlash for making inappropriate comments on social media. Majima's post described a situation on a train where a female passenger moved away from him, leading him to feel mentally harassed. However, many criticized him for not considering the female passenger's perspective, prompting Majima to issue a public apology for his insensitive remarks.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 25, 2024, reports emerged of flight instructors at the Songshan Base using methods such as humiliation and verbal abuse, affecting the morale of flight students. The Air Force Command has formed a special team to conduct an administrative investigation and has reassigned the individuals involved. Allegations include a major exhibiting severe psychological violence towards students during training and another instructor inappropriately touching a female officer. The Air Force emphasizes strict adherence to flight discipline, safety regulations, and zero tolerance for gender-based misconduct, with ongoing measures to ensure flight safety and military reputation.
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Reported 11 months ago
According to Sohu, some zodiac signs have the potential to shine in the workplace and stand out among competitors. Libras excel in social skills and decision-making, Leos demonstrate charisma and self-management, Capricorns are known for diligence and endurance, Sagittarians show positivity and strong leadership, while Geminis impress with their adaptability, creativity, and imagination, making them competitive in the workplace.
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Reported 11 months ago
Chen Jian, the son-in-law of veteran artists Yu Tian and Li Yaping, was arrested for allegedly serving as a 'driver head' for a fraud group, where he was caught by undercover police officers while collecting stolen money. The New Taipei District Prosecutors Office indicted Chen Jian and 8 others for involvement in 'fraud by three or more people' and requested heavy penalties. The group, using various aliases on LINE, attracted victims to invest money, with Chen Jian serving as the 'money receiver' and converting the money into cryptocurrency to conceal the financial flow. Following investigations, it was determined that they defrauded multiple victims, leading to the prosecution of 9 individuals, with heavy penalties requested for Chen Jian and two others.
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Reported 11 months ago
In 2022, Taiwanese man Shen Weichen drove the yacht 'Aquarius 1' with 3 Chinese crew members to transport approximately 842.2 kilograms of meth worth around 8.2 billion NTD near the Gulf of Thailand. The Supreme Court upheld the second-instance verdict, sentencing Shen to 8 years and 2 months, and the crew members to 7 to 12 years and 6 months. The entire case is final. Shen and others conspired to smuggle meth, with Shen identified as the handler, and they were intercepted by Coast Guard Administration upon returning to Taiwan. The verdict mentioned their smuggling route and the intercepted drugs.
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Reported 11 months ago
During a session at the Legislative Yuan's Economic Committee, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Economic Affairs Lien Chin-chang addressed concerns raised by legislators regarding the future manpower gap in state-owned enterprises. Lien stated that the primary solution is through recruitment, and the four major companies are also engaging in industry-academia cooperation. This issue arises as the number of applicants for the companies is decreasing while the number of positions to be filled is increasing, necessitating action through recruitment and collaborations with educational institutions.
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Reported 11 months ago
During his whirlwind visit to Taiwan in June, NVIDIA CEO Huang Renxun delivered a keynote speech where the list of '16 Taiwanese Universities' displayed on his background board gained attention. However, it was later revealed that among the company's 30,000 employees, the highest number of graduates hailed from Israel's Technion - amounting to 1,119 people, nearly twice the number from the 2nd place Stanford University in the U.S. This trend showcases Israel's prominence in the AI industry, with NVIDIA having acquired several Israeli startups in recent years, including Mellanox for $7 billion in 2019. Huang Renxun's visit to Taiwan also included a speech at National Taiwan University where the 16 local universities were featured, spotlighting Israel's influence in NVIDIA's workforce and the AI industry.
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Reported 11 months ago
Actress Chen Yanxi, who married mainland Chinese actor Chen Xiao in 2016 and has one child, is rumored to be facing an 8-year marriage crisis. While neither party has responded to the rumors, during a recent promotion for the Chinese drama 'Warm, Sweet', she mentioned views on relationships and her son 'Little Star.' Chen Yanxi, who plays an interior designer in the drama, emphasized the importance of maintaining a warm and interesting atmosphere in her home design, also noting the need for work-life balance and self-care techniques, stressing that love should not be compromised.
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Reported 11 months ago
Exxon Mobil Corp. expresses confidence in the increasing demand for lithium despite current bearish sentiment and low prices, believing that the need for electric vehicles and lithium-ion batteries will grow significantly. The company aims to become a major lithium supplier to coexist with its traditional oil business, with plans to have its first project online by 2027 and ramp up output for 1 million EVs annually by 2030. Exxon recently signed a preliminary agreement with SK On Co., a South Korean battery-maker, to supply lithium from a project in Arkansas.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 25, 2024, the Kaohsiung City Government officially established a sister city relationship with Basseterre, the capital of St. Kitts and Nevis, making it Kaohsiung's 40th alliance city. Mayor Chen Chi-mai hopes this deepens the city relationship to strengthen ties, with Basseterre looking forward to collaborating in areas such as smart cities, agriculture, and healthcare. The visit also included sightseeing activities and discussions on mutual cooperation and exchanges between the two island nations.
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Reported 11 months ago
FTNN news website reported that after the review of the Parliament Empowerment Bill failed, President Lai Ching-te signed and announced the bill. Subsequently, the Presidential Office, Executive Yuan, and Control Yuan all filed for constitutional interpretation and temporary dispositions. The DPP Legislative Caucus held a press conference, presenting seven reasons for the constitutional interpretation application. Ke Jianming emphasized the need to respect the justices thoroughly and expressed hope for a resolution. The caucus emphasized the importance of defending the constitutional system, safeguarding democracy and the rule of law, and presented reasons for the constitutional interpretation application concerning the flaws in the legislative process, the violation of the principle of separation of powers, and other issues.
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Reported 11 months ago
The Weather Plus ZM debuted on June 25, 2024, at 11:12 PM with former Central Weather Bureau director Zheng Mingdian as the host. The themes included recent weather overview, a segment on weather phenomena 'Clear Skies Turbulence,' and Q&A session with viewers.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 25, 2024, the Legislative Yuan passed the parliamentary reform bill in the third reading, with the Executive Yuan filing a request for reconsideration and subsequently rejected by the parliament, leading President Lai Ching-te to legally announce the amended law and initiate a constitutional interpretation. The Control Yuan, Judicial Yuan, and DPP all plan to apply for temporary disposals. Mayor Ko Wen-je of the People First Party criticized President Lai, urging democratic adherence to public opinion. Scholarly concerns were raised over the unprecedented move of interpreting the constitution after a failed reconsideration request, with various institutions expressing concerns over the balance of power and constitutional rights. The article also touches upon the historical context of political actions and critiques from different parties and scholars.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 26, Representative Yu refuted Mirror Weekly's claims of his extravagant diplomatic lifestyle and his wife's alleged arrogance towards embassy staff, emphasizing that nearly all the allegations were untrue and damaging to their reputation. Yu clarified during the press conference in Washington that accusations of misusing public funds, instructing embassy staff, and extravagant spending were all baseless. He defended his wife's need for escort during shopping as official duties and not lavish personal purchases. Yu debunked rumors of excessive spending and emphasized the necessity of appropriate renovations at the official residence to maintain national standards, denying claims of excessive spending or luxury purchases. Yu concluded by stating that the allegations against him and his wife were groundless and unacceptable.
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Reported 11 months ago
The Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson, Zhu Fenglian, dismissed rumors of Chinese media involvement in political talk shows in Taiwan as pure fabrication, accusing the DPP of orchestrating a campaign of green terror. The DPP legislative caucus called on the Mainland Affairs Council, the Ministry of Culture, and the National Communications Commission to investigate the matter. The Ministry of Culture stated that if a Chinese journalist indeed participated in talk shows, manipulated by the Taiwan Affairs Office, their press credentials would be revoked and legal action taken. Zhu emphasized that the report was entirely fake news, alleging the DPP of spreading disinformation, dividing Taiwan, and damaging cross-strait relations.
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Reported 11 months ago
The third district police station held a coordination meeting for the Wan-An No. 47 drill to ensure its successful completion. Against the backdrop of ongoing conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war, the Wan-An drills aim to strengthen public awareness of air defense and prepare for unforeseen events to minimize casualties. With the Wan-An 47 drill scheduled on July 22nd in central Taiwan, the police have organized various units to participate and assist in public education, evacuation procedures, and traffic control. Measures include opening underground gates or fences labeled with 'Air Raid Shelter' signs for pedestrians and vehicles to seek refuge during the drill day. Foreign language pamphlets in seven languages are also provided, emphasizing compliance with authorities' instructions during the drill to avoid penalties under civil defense laws. The public can access information about air raid shelters through the police service app for convenience.
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Reported 11 months ago
2026年新北市長選舉引發關注，國民黨李四川獲得37.26％支持度，但尚未確定參選意願，依然尊重現任市長侯友宜。黨內將尊重侯友宜的決定，選戰中缺少侯友宜全力輔選將為候選人帶來挑戰。國民黨強調尊重侯友宜並給予支持，未來選情仍有待觀察。
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Reported 11 months ago
China has accumulated a surplus of coal, ensuring enough supply for the increased demand during the summer months. This surplus is part of Beijing's strategy to prevent shortages that have previously impacted the economy. Despite a sluggish economy and subdued prices due to tepid industrial demand and favorable weather conditions, coal inventories remain high with record-level imports and expected price fluctuations. Additionally, domestic coal production is expected to increase, and hydropower generation is strong, further stabilizing the market in the coming months.
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Reported 11 months ago
104 Job Bank announced that the average monthly salary in 2024, regardless of industry/position or years of experience, is 47,000, a 10-year high. This increase is attributed to the ongoing economic recovery, improved corporate profitability expectations, and the increasing difficulty in retaining and attracting talents. The data showed significant salary discrepancies between industries, with the highest-paying industry being computer and consumer electronics manufacturing at 60,000 and the lowest-paying industry being social welfare services at below 40,000.
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