Reported 11 months ago
Reports revealed that Chinese state media participated in the production of political talk shows in Taiwan, with some reporters monitoring the studios to ensure the programs met the requirements of the Chinese Communist Party's Taiwan Affairs Office. The National Communications Commission (NCC) has sent inquiries to the public association, urging a response and reminding operators to adhere to self-regulations. The NCC is also investigating whether there are violations of Article 27 of the Broadcasting Law, which could lead to fines up to 2 million NTD or program suspension.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Continuing to track this fire incident, a gas cylinder placed by a noodle stall on the roadside was knocked over and caught fire, leading to the nearby nail salon customers fleeing and a motorcycle being burned next to the stall. Many street food vendors rely on gas cylinders for business, but incidents like this can be prevented by placing the cylinders inside to avoid accidents caused by long pipelines being disconnected. Investigation is ongoing to determine responsibility and potential compensation for damages.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Energy成員Toro參加活動時被指涉及劈腿兩女，他表示看不懂報導，覺得自己很糟糕。其他成員則關心戀情話題，其中牛奶分享與家人的趣事，包括兒子要簽名和提升在家的地位。粉絲支持Energy團員重組，團員們感激粉絲支持。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A female netizen recently attended a high school classmate's wedding only to discover that the groom was her friend with benefits from two years ago. Shockingly, she also saw him on a dating app with recent photos, raising concerns about his fidelity. The bride, known for being innocent in high school, seemed unaware of the situation, leaving the netizen worried about potentially causing betrayal. Netizens' reactions varied from sympathy for the high school classmate to speculations about the couple's relationship, with some suggesting they may have turned their casual relationship into a serious one.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A 73-year-old man in Taoyuan took his family out for a meal but unfortunately ended up crashing his car into a wall and passing away. The man, surnamed Chen, parked in a nearby parking lot after dropping off his family at the restaurant, but accidentally reversed into a plastic barrier, then hit the wall on a ramp, before accelerating and crashing straight into the wall, creating a large hole. Despite efforts to rescue him, Chen succumbed to his injuries. The cause of the accident is still under investigation.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A college student from Yuan Ze University in Taipei sparked controversy by bringing her pet gecko into a sushi restaurant, violating the establishment's rules and even placing the gecko on a soy sauce dish for a photo. Health experts warned that geckos may carry Salmonella bacteria, emphasizing the importance of good hand hygiene to prevent infection. Gecko-related diseases include Salmonella infection, E. coli infection, cryptosporidiosis, bacillus cereus infection, and campylobacteriosis. The incident of the gecko on the sushi plate has stirred discussion and raised concerns about hygiene practices.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
The controversy over the amendment of legislative powers has spread from the Legislative Yuan, as following the rejection of the reconsideration proposal by Premier Cho Jung-tai, the next step for the DPP caucus, involving the Executive Yuan, the Presidential Office, and the Control Yuan, is to submit a constitutional interpretation regarding the amendment clauses. During a legislative inquiry, KMT legislator Lai pointedly criticized President Lai Ching-te, claiming he acts like a dictator and labeled Cho as Lai Ching-te's sidekick. Minister Without Portfolio Cho emphasized that both the president and the premier operate in accordance with the constitutional order, urging members to support this principle or risk being deemed 'anti-constitutional'.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
The Interior Ministry's Military Service Bureau announced amendments to the regulations for applying for military service supplementation in line with the restructuring of national defense forces, predicting approximately 1925 individuals to return annually for active reserve duty after the implementation. This revision aims to effectively increase and replenish national military personnel while achieving fairness in military service. The changes include allowing certain family-related individuals to serve as alternative service instead of active duty, benefiting around 2560 people. The amendments also entail adjustments to allowances and salaries for obligated military service, aiming to balance national duties with family expenses.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
The Ministry of the Interior announced revisions to the conditions for applying for supplementary military service to align with the adjustment of the nation's defense force structure. It is anticipated that about 1,925 individuals will return for regular reserve duty yearly, with around 2,560 opting for substitute service based on family factors. By effectively supplementing national personnel and ensuring fairness in military service, these changes are set to be implemented soon. The adjustments aim to meet the demand for the nation's regular reserve personnel and ensure equity in military service by modifying application conditions and providing increased support for the families of conscripts in need.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
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Reported 11 months ago
Etched, an artificial intelligence startup based in San Francisco, has raised $120 million in a series-A funding round led by former PayPal CEO Peter Thiel and Replit CEO Amjad Masad. The company plans to use the funding to develop a specialized chip specifically designed for running specific AI models like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google Gemini. Unlike Nvidia's general-purpose AI chips, the chip being designed by Etched will be optimized for inference tasks using transformer models. Etched has partnered with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. for chip fabrication, and this funding will cover the costs of manufacturing. CEO Gavin Uberti expressed optimism for the company's future in the AI industry, though acknowledging the risk associated with being dependent on the success of transformer models.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
On June 25, 2024, amidst ongoing anti-government protests in major cities, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced the conclusion of the seven-week ground operation in Rafah, hinting at a shift to focus on Hezbollah guerrillas on the northern Lebanon border. Netanyahu's remarks challenging the Hamas ceasefire agreement raise concerns among hostage families. Tensions between Hezbollah forces and the Israeli Defense Forces escalate in northern Lebanon. US officials fear a potential more severe conflict than the 2006 Lebanon war. Meanwhile, Israeli Defense Minister Golan visits Washington to discuss Gaza war strategies.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
台中商銀董事長王貴鋒涉挪用10億元公款買飛機豪車自用，金管會檢查局員工涉洩密給台中銀一事曝光。金管會檢查局表示遺憾並深自檢討，指出事件是個別員工行為，並已調離檢查工作組別，且將依內部規定懲處，同時進行內部管理、教育訓練改善以提高保密意識。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
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Reported 11 months ago
Shanna Moakler recently spoke about the challenging period she faced after losing both of her parents and dealing with media attention due to her ex-husband's personal life. The former beauty queen admitted to being in a dark place, neglecting her health and wellbeing in grief, while also feeling overwhelmed by paparazzi intrusion. Moakler expressed the need for privacy to grieve, emphasizing that she is more than just a celebrity ex-wife and proud of her identity and accomplishments.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
On June 25, 2024, the Taiwan stock market rose by 62.27 points, closing at 22,875.97 points with a 0.27% increase. Foreign investors were reported to have a net sell of 12.774 billion NT dollars. Yushan Bank stood out with the highest closing price of 29.1 NT dollars, receiving 10 consecutive buys from foreign investors, with a purchase of 14,380 shares ranking first. This surge in interest and other buy activities in certain stocks have left netizens puzzled over the appeal and trend in these investments.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A Toyota customer and YouTuber discovered a hidden tracking device in his Corolla GR, leading to a potential legal battle after consulting with his attorney. Despite the dealership denying installing GPS trackers, the customer found one on his vehicle upon delivery, raising concerns about invasion of privacy. The dealership's explanations have been inconsistent, prompting speculation that the case may end up in court to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Coughing is a natural reflex that aids in protecting the lungs from irritants by expelling harmful substances from the airways. While occasional coughing is normal, a persistent dry cough could indicate an underlying health condition. Causes of dry cough include allergies, asthma, acid reflux, respiratory infections, and environmental factors like pollution. Seeking medical advice is crucial for diagnosing and treating the specific cause of a dry cough, with treatment options ranging from medications to lifestyle changes.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Christina Applegate's 13-year-old daughter Sadie opened up on the 'MeSsy' podcast about the difficulties of witnessing her mom's struggle with multiple sclerosis since 2021. Expressing a desire to help and support her mom, Sadie also joked about wanting to push Applegate's wheelchair despite her mom's resistance. The podcast episode shed light on their family's journey and how Sadie's health struggles have helped her empathize with her mom's MS symptoms.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
On June 25, 2024, at 7:59 AM, police quickly arrived at the scene and a commotion ensued outside a building in Cambodia where a Taiwanese woman, believed to be 32-year-old Qian, fell to her death. The woman's partner mentioned that there were several Taiwanese residents in the building, possibly involved in illegitimate activities according to Global Anti-Scam Organization, Gaso. Despite Gaso's involvement, the motive behind the incident remains unclear. Additionally, recent arrests of Taiwanese individuals in Cambodia for drug-related crimes have raised concerns. The Taiwanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs is coordinating with Cambodian authorities, while investigations continue.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
In response to the plummeting egg prices in Taiwan, convenience stores like FamilyMart are offering promotions such as 'add 1 tea egg for an extra 7 NT dollars' starting from June 26. Additionally, other stores like Hi-Life and OKmart are also providing discounts on tea eggs, with options like 10 eggs for 99 NT dollars and cloud group-buying deals. These promotions are part of a limited-time offer to attract customers and drive egg sales amidst the current market conditions.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
在三重警方誤認一名男子為通緝犯後打人的案件中，被打成重傷的男子獲得無罪判決，而打人的警官則被判刑5月。被認定遭遇違法逮捕的男子提到，這事件是人生最大的污點。警方表示尊重法院判決，而公民團體則聲援被害人，批評警方暴力行為。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A Korean Air flight to Taiwan and a Malaysia Airlines flight to Bangkok were disrupted due to pressurization problems, leading to emergency landings and medical evaluations. The incidents are under investigation, with passengers experiencing ear pain and nosebleeds. Following the incidents, aircraft inspections were ordered, raising concerns over flight safety.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
The possibility of holding concerts at the Taipei Dome may be further delayed due to a stalled proposal regarding the use permit issue at the Dome. The Nationalist Party Taipei City Councilor Chang Ssu-kang proposed a motion requesting the city government to inquire with the Ministry of the Interior whether the Dome's events held in 2017 were in compliance with the building regulations. However, the Taipei City Council session today did not approve the motion. Social Democratic Party Councilor Miaoli Poya suggested adding a note stating that the council's decision would not affect any changes to the permit, causing disagreements between parties and leading to the motion being put on hold. Public anticipation to hold concerts at the Taipei Dome remains, with the KMT party submitting a formal proposal to ensure the Dome's safety measures. Miaoli emphasized that the council's jurisdiction does not include permit changes for the Dome, and modifications should follow legal procedures. The fate of the proposal is expected to be decided tomorrow during the council's final session.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A man surnamed Huang was mistaken for a fugitive by police officers surnamed Weng in Sanchong, resulting in injuries; both were prosecuted. The New Taipei District Court sentenced Officer Weng to 5 months in prison and 10 days detention for intentionally inflicting injuries and coercion. Huang was acquitted and has the option to appeal. Huang, grateful for the ruling, plans to appeal the leniency of the sentence. The incident highlights concerns of police abusing authority, with calls for improved police training and accountability.
Source: YAHOO