Reported 11 months ago
In Taichung, Taiwan, a disturbing incident of child mistreatment occurred where a man on a scooter was seen kicking and pushing a boy, telling him not to come closer. The boy cried and pleaded for him not to leave as the man attempted to ride away on the scooter while the child held on, causing a stir among onlookers. The Social Affairs Bureau of Taichung City government warned against such actions, stating that it could harm the child and cause mental trauma, urging parents to fulfill their duties of protecting their children and avoid regrets due to momentary emotions. The incident has sparked public outcry and calls for immediate intervention and assistance if similar situations are witnessed.
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Reported 11 months ago
Many Taiwanese love shopping at Costco for its great deals, but Costco recently had to urgently recall 560,000 units of an exclusive portable charger due to fire hazards, with two cases leading to residential fires. Although Taiwan's Costco did not sell this charger, individuals who purchased it from U.S. Costco or online platforms can return it through the brand's official website. The charger has caused over 100 incidents, including overheating and fires, prompting the recall.
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Reported 11 months ago
A hotel in Kyoto, Japan, was recently exposed for canceling a reservation of an Israeli tourist, citing 'war crimes' as the reason, sparking criticism from local officials and a warning being issued. The Israeli Embassy in Tokyo confirmed the incident, where the hotel employee messaged the guest that the booking was canceled due to Israeli Defense Forces committing war crimes in Gaza. The hotel received condemnation for discrimination, and the Kyoto city government harshly criticized them for violating Japan's Hotel Business Law, ensuring strict measures against such incidents. Despite media inquiries, the hotel has remained silent on the matter, with the Embassy hoping for an apology and assuring that legal action was not their aim.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, financial expert Xie Jinhe shared his perspective noting how TSMC's record-high stock prices have led the Taiwanese stock market to soar. Xie highlighted the significant impact TSMC has had on creating a thriving semiconductor industry ecosystem, with many companies experiencing stock price growth due to TSMC's presence. Despite efforts to discredit TSMC, Xie emphasized the positive effects of TSMC's dominance in the market, leading to the growth of various related industries and the emergence of numerous high-value stocks. The article explores how TSMC's success has shaped Taiwan's economic landscape and spurred competition in the semiconductor sector.
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Reported 11 months ago
根據國泰世華銀行最新的《反詐行為調查報告》，顯示近3人中就有1人受過詐騙，其中有26%的人因擔心被貼上負面標籤，而不報案，導致詐騙嚴重加劇。調查結果還指出，75%的民眾在三個月內曾收到詐騙訊息，而有31%的人曾經被詐騙成功，呼籲民眾提高識別詐騙的能力及建立更友善的受害者社會氛圍。
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Reported 11 months ago
Due to a shortage in intravenous solutions caused by suspension of production at Yung Fong Chemical Co., the Taiwan FDA has imported a total of 1.24 million bags, with 381 medical institutions set to receive them. The FDA assures that additional imports are planned, aiming to address the current supply gap. Alternative products have been made available, and measures are in place to monitor and facilitate distribution to meet clinical needs.
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Reported 11 months ago
The 112th academic year Mayor's Award ceremony was held at Xinmin Elementary School Activity Center on the 23rd in Tainan, where Mayor Huang Wei-che personally presented awards to 687 students. Students came prepared with creative poses and played 'Mayors take photos with you' with the mayor. Huang Wei-che expressed joy in taking pictures with the students, who showcased various poses and the event introduced digital technology for creative photo opportunities with the mayor. The ceremony recognized students from 13 districts, totaling 109 schools and 687 award recipients, acknowledging their outstanding performances. Education officials and city councilors attended, with positive feedback on the mayor's engagement with the students.
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Reported 11 months ago
Shixin University was recently invaded by men from eight industries who wrote 'Entered the Eight Major' on classroom whiteboards, randomly approached female students for recruitment. Five men involved were found by the police and taken to court for violating the Social Order Maintenance Law. The court ruled that 'eight major' does not imply illegality, the approaches were peaceful, and no disruption on campus was caused, thus all five were not punished. The men also posted recruitment ads on IG and engaged in peaceful conversations with female students on campus.
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Reported 11 months ago
Several village chiefs in Danshui recently received inappropriate videos on the messaging app Line, only to discover that it was their own faces, causing the victims, Village Chiefs Wu Tingyue and Wu Yinglun from Kanding Village and Fude Village, to be shocked and quickly report the incident. Nationalist Party legislator Hong Mengkai held a press conference with the affected village chiefs and relevant government agencies to address the issue, urging the public to add watermarks to their photos on websites to prevent misuse. The investigated fake video is being expanded with advice to report immediately upon receiving, emphasizing the importance of adding watermarks to photos to prevent fraudulent use.
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Reported 11 months ago
PwC's report reveals that 33% of employees in Taiwan feel their workload has significantly increased in the past year, with 17% finding it frequently overwhelming, and 18% considering a job change within a year. Despite having leftover funds after necessary expenses, 40% face financial pressure. The report, based on 500 respondents in Taiwan, indicates that employees are embracing AI and prioritizing skill enhancement for long-term career development amid increased workload and rapid transformations in the workplace. Among other findings, over half of those considering leaving their jobs in Taiwan cite the opportunity to learn new skills as a key factor, and 90% of those using generative AI anticipate improved work efficiency within a year, with 36% expecting salary increases.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, a dog owner in Xiu Shui Township, Changhua County, posted a missing dog notice on Facebook for their mixed breed dog and offered a reward of 300,000 NTD, sparking discussions online. Last night, three kind-hearted individuals found the dog and reunited it with the owner. The owner thanked them and mentioned that the reward money would be transferred as promised. The police also assisted in the search effort, with one officer reviewing surveillance footage and another searching the area. The owner expressed gratitude to everyone involved in helping to bring the dog back home.
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Reported 11 months ago
Singapore-based Atome Financial has announced securing a debt facility of up to $100 million, including from EvolutionX, to expand its services in Southeast Asia. The company is collaborating with a group of investors to maximize the three-year term loan facility, supporting the launch of new products like savings, insurance, and the Atome Card in countries like Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia. EvolutionX, a debt financing platform jointly established by DBS and Temasek, is part of the syndicate providing funding. This investment marks EvolutionX's first fintech venture in Southeast Asia, aiming to enhance financial inclusion and access to mobile financial services in underserved markets in the region.
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Reported 11 months ago
The AriCell lithium battery factory in Hwaseong, South Korea, suffered a massive fire resulting in 23 deaths and casualties, with the majority being Chinese nationals. President Yoon Suk-yeol visited the site and called for an investigation into the cause of the fire, highlighting that the materials causing the fire hindered escape routes. This fire, categorized as a 'new type of fire,' was challenging to extinguish conventionally, with over 145 firefighters struggling for over four hours before containing the blaze. The factory, owned by SK Group, specializes in military-grade lithium batteries and employs workers mainly from China and Korea.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, Nationalist Party (KMT) legislator Lin Chien-chi held a press conference on the urgency and importance of amending Article 24 of the Private School Exit Law. The KMT proposed amendments and fast-tracked them to the second reading, triggering criticism from private school and higher education unions, accusing the KMT of backtracking on democracy and paving the way for predatory practices by allowing underperforming private schools to continue operating. They called for the withdrawal of the proposal or for thorough public hearings and consultations before any further amendments are made to avoid private schools becoming targets of corporate takeovers or facing financial disasters.
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Reported 11 months ago
During a DPP press conference criticizing China's interference in Taiwan's media and legislative manipulation, KMT Legislator Chen Yu-chen disrupted the event. Accused of surveillance by a DPP official, Chen angrily demanded an apology, leading to a 20-minute heated argument. Despite attempts to continue the press conference, Chen continued to voice his displeasure, causing further tension and drawing comparisons to Chinese tactics by DPP legislators. The incident reflects ongoing political tensions in Taiwan between opposing parties.
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Reported 11 months ago
In a recent incident in Beijing, China, an elderly man on the subway demanded a woman to give up her seat. When she refused, he aggressively placed his cane between her legs and swept it back and forth, angrily telling her to call the police. The man was later taken away by authorities for investigation.
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Reported 11 months ago
A 32-year-old Taiwanese woman surnamed Qian fell to her death in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, with severe head and body injuries, resulting in instant death. Before the incident, she was talking on the phone with her brother in Taiwan. The security guard of the building heard a loud noise around 9 p.m. and found the woman's body, leading to the discovery. Preliminary investigations suggest suicide by jumping. The deceased's body is currently at a temple awaiting family identification. Her Taiwanese girlfriend living in the same building confirmed the incident and mentioned receiving a call from the deceased's brother reporting the phone call interruption, eventually leading to the discovery of the woman's death.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, in Mainland China, an elderly man forced a woman to give up her seat by sweeping between her legs with a cane. The incident sparked attention as a video surfaced of the elderly man harassing the woman on Beijing Subway Line 10 after she refused to give up her seat. The elderly man's disruptive behavior escalated to the point where he inserted his cane between the woman's legs and swiped back and forth. Following the incident, the elderly man was taken away by the police, and an investigation is currently underway.
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Reported 11 months ago
Recently, the famous Chinese cosplayer Tong Dao'ai was reportedly murdered and dumped in a remote area by her boyfriend, who weighed over 150 kilograms. This news sparked discussions online. On June 19, the Zhejiang police confirmed the capture of the suspect. The body of the victim was found by locals in Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province. The suspect was apprehended the day after the discovery. Both the victim and the perpetrator were not local residents, and the local authorities are coordinating with the Shanghai police to confirm the specifics of the case.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, gold prices rose as the US dollar retreated, with investors anticipating the upcoming US inflation data. Spot gold increased by 0.5% to $2332.62 per ounce, while gold futures rose by 0.6% to $2344.40 per ounce. The focus is on the US inflation data, with expectations of a rate cut by the Fed in September, as reflected by a 66% probability according to CME FedWatch data. A report by Bank of America suggests the possibility of gold reaching $3000 per ounce in the next 12-18 months, contingent on factors like Fed rate cuts and ETF inflows supported by physical gold demand.
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Reported 11 months ago
A strange female thief in Taipei has been stealing buses and driving off from bus terminals, then abandoning the buses and escaping on another bus. The police have identified the female suspect and are currently pursuing her. The incident occurred on June 23 at 5 pm, when the woman took advantage of a bus driver's restroom break to drive off in the unattended bus. After the bus company located the bus using GPS, the police found it and reported the case. The suspect was captured on CCTV abandoning the bus and escaping on another bus, and her identity has been established for further investigation.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, at 11:30 pm, the Taiwan People's Party legislative caucus held a press conference accusing the Ministry of Agriculture of continuously lying and concealing facts about a shortfall of 6 million eggs. Legislator Huang Kuo-chang directly accused the Ministry of Agriculture of being involved in malpractices and lying about the situation. Despite the Ministry emphasizing that only Superthink could import eggs, it was revealed that the import permit was obtained in August 2022 by another company and the payment was made to Superthink, established in September 2022. Huang Kuo-chang pointed out that the company had secured the order before its establishment, questioning the Ministry's intentions in covering up the issue. For more details, please refer to Taibao's reports on Huang Kuo-chang's latest criticism against the Ministry of Agriculture's lies and the controversies surrounding Superthink and the egg imports.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, the Armaments Bureau unveiled the 105mm wheeled tank developed based on the Yunpao 8x8 armored vehicle. Originally the domestic development project for the 105mm wheeled tank faced uncertainties post completion, but now it is back on track with a public display at the Yunghsieh Motor Test Field in Nantou. The project, under the codename 'Leopard Project,' aimed to meet the army's operational needs and has completed two prototype vehicles (D1, D2) from 2019 to 2023. Following an extended push from the Armaments Bureau, the Ministry of National Defense has approved further refinement and development of a third prototype with reduced vehicle height. The prototype tank (D2) showcased today signals potential future mass production and service. This collaborative development between the Armaments Bureau's 202nd and 209th factories and the Academy of Sciences not only aims to replace the army's existing M41D light tanks but also enhance the rapid mobile combat firepower of armored brigades to meet the operational needs of the Marine Corps and military police.
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Reported 11 months ago
A terrifying car accident occurred on the Taiwan 61 Expressway when a woman was struck by a car. After shopping at the Kouhu Rest Area, the woman was crossing the road to return to her car when a silver sedan driving at high speed hit her, causing her to be thrown in the air and fall to the ground. Passersby rushed to help, and the incident was captured by a nearby motorcycle's dashcam. Fortunately, the woman suffered multiple abrasions and a broken right hand, but her injuries were not life-threatening.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 25th in the morning, an 80-year-old man in Kaohsiung got trapped on the window ledge outside his 11th-floor apartment while repairing his air conditioner drain pipe without any safety gear. The Fire Department, unable to reach him with a ladder truck due to angles, eventually had to dismantle the window to safely rescue the man. The incident ended without injuries in a thrilling rescue operation.
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