Reported 8 months ago
Lawmakers in Taiwan have begun debating a contentious bill that is seen by critics as an attempt to control President Lai Ching-te, sparking expectations of large protests. The bill aims to enhance lawmakers' power to scrutinize government projects and policies, potentially challenging Lai's authority amidst China-US tensions. Supporters and opposition parties have conflicting views on the bill, with the latter having already approved it once. Despite the controversy, financial markets in Taiwan have remained stable, with the Taiex stock gauge reaching a record high.
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Reported 8 months ago
In Taoyuan, a child was seen playing on the rooftop of a construction site without any safety measures in place, including adults not wearing helmets. The Labor Department fined the workers for not wearing helmets and failing to ensure construction site safety, immediately ordering a work stoppage. It was revealed that the child of one of the workers, whose school was closed due to a viral outbreak, was brought to work as the construction site was rushing to complete its project. The child's unsafe behavior serves as a warning against imitation.
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Reported 8 months ago
FTNN News Network on June 18, 2024, reports that a prominent figure in the political scene faced domestic violence from a business executive's wife, leading to a one-year protection order. During the abuse, he was continuously taunted by his wife, comparing him to Huang Kuo-chang, a legislator from the People First Party, calling him 'chicken intestine and bird belly' and suggesting he should jump off a bridge with Huang. Huang Kuo-chang stated in an interview that he was unaware of the situation and emphasized that domestic violence is absolutely wrong regardless of the person involved. For assistance with domestic violence, the hotline 113 is available.
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Reported 8 months ago
A post on a Facebook group captured a photo in Taoyuan City, where an elderly woman was seen riding a four-wheeled electric motorcycle loaded with five baskets of collected recyclables, resembling a local train moving on the road. The post garnered mixed reactions, with some finding it amusing while others expressing concern over the woman's risky behavior, deeming it a traffic disturbance. Over 4,000 users liked the post, with over 380 comments discussing the incident.
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Reported 8 months ago
近日有5月大的嬰兒確診新冠肺炎，出現咳嗽聲音像狗吠，甚至引發哮吼症狀，血氧量降低，需要送至兒童加護病房搶救。醫師警告家長，若孩子出現像狗吠聲的咳嗽、呼吸困難或其他兩項症狀，應立即就醫。這一波新冠疫情要特別留意兒童症狀，別拖延就醫。
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Reported 8 months ago
In the Nan Shan Life shareholders' meeting held today, small shareholders raised important questions regarding the planned timeline for IPO listing and dividend policy. Chairman Yin Chong-yao of Nan Shan Life stated that while going public is a significant goal in the future, adequate communication with stakeholders is necessary, resulting in no specific timeline currently. To comply with IFRS 17, the focus is currently on capital enhancement. Chairman Yin also mentioned that there are no plans for cash dividends this year among the top 6 insurance companies, with Nan Shan Life prioritizing capital enhancement in line with IFRS 17 and awaiting regulatory clarity for dividend distribution.
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Reported 8 months ago
Taiwan Television News Network reported on June 18, 2024, at 10:23 PM that the US government announced the arms sale to Taiwan for a total of $360.2 million for an 'Attack Drone Missile System,' consisting of personnel-killing (Switchblade 300) and anti-armor (Altius 600M) types, following the 'notification to Congress' procedure. The Presidential Office expressed gratitude for the 15th arms sale by the Biden administration, emphasizing the continuous strengthening of the Taiwan-US partnership to safeguard regional peace and stability. This sale aims to enhance Taiwan's self-defense and asymmetric warfare capabilities, reinforce deterrence, and defend democratic principles and freedoms, aligning with like-minded nations to uphold rules-based international order.
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Reported 8 months ago
Sweden's Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA) signed with the United States at the end of last year has now been passed by the Swedish parliament, dismissing concerns of potential nuclear weapons deployment and the presence of US troops. The agreement allows US military access to 17 military bases and training areas in Sweden, as well as the storage of weapons and ammunition. The main opposition came from the Left Party and the Green Party, advocating that Sweden will not allow the deployment of nuclear weapons within its borders.
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Reported 8 months ago
Travelogue/Editorial, June 18, 2024, 10:22 PM - Did you know that the beautiful landscapes of lavender fields can be found in Turkey as well, not just in Hokkaido or Provence, France? Isparta in Turkey boasts sweet floral scents and breathtaking natural wonders, making it a must-visit destination known as Turkey's garden and a popular eco-tourism spot. In addition to vibrant rose gardens, you can also find purple lavender fields in Isparta. The region is home to Turkey's famous Lake District and has been listed as one of the '50 Best Travel Destinations in 2023'. Along with a variety of sports activities and unique culinary experiences, Isparta promises a memorable trip for all visitors.
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台灣首部二戰懸疑劇集《聽海湧》將於8月17日在公視首播，劇情講述台籍戰俘監視員三兄弟的故事。演員黃冠智、朱宥丞、吳翰林分別飾演族兄新海輝、小弟新海木德、二哥新海志遠，面對劇中悲慘境遇讓演出情緒沉重。劇名由來為角色在南洋聽海浪聲時對家鄉思念，而導演孫介珩表示劇中每個人最終都追求平安回家。
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Reported 8 months ago
台灣將於週三（6月19日）達到攝氏35度，中央氣象局呼籲民眾保持水分補充。儘管天氣系統逐漸向北移動，台灣附近仍保持相當濕潤，預計中北部、東北部、東部及山區將在下午出現雷陣雨。天氣專家吳德榮提醒，從明天到下周二（6月20日至25日）將持續晴熱，建議防曬防中暑。格外罩是大台北地區、東北部和中北部地區可能出現強降雨。
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Reported 8 months ago
As the final exams come to an end, students from various institutions are starting their summer break. Many students are in need of summer job opportunities to pay off student loans, cover tuition and living expenses, help their families during inflationary times, and share household burdens. A survey on job-seeking websites shows that this year, students aim to earn an average of over 60,000 NTD during their summer jobs, with Eslite, McDonald's, and Starbucks among the top dream employers. Eslite tops the list for students' ideal summer job employers for the 6th consecutive year, with over 95% of students planning to work during the summer, aiming to earn a total of 66,620 NTD on average.
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Reported 8 months ago
President Tsai Ing-wen celebrated her one-month anniversary in office by holding a press conference and announcing the establishment of three major committees at the Presidential Office: the National Climate Change Adaptation Committee, the National Defense Resilience Committee, and the Healthy Taiwan Promotion Committee. President Tsai will personally serve as the convener for these committees, each convening quarterly meetings with a focus on climate governance, defense resilience, and health promotion in Taiwan.
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Reported 8 months ago
NVIDIA的市值超越微軟和蘋果，成為全球「地表市值最高企業」，黃仁勳點名的43檔「明牌股」受益，包括台達電、聯發科等股價盤中暴漲，其中益登一度漲停。專家提醒投資者不要過度追價，並警告盤中可能會有快速拉回。AI產業持續上升趨勢，操作上建議留意均線乖離率，長期看好AI PC和AI手機應用的成長。
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, the 'Yoga Goddess' Sha Miya, known for her resemblance to Zhang Ziyi and dubbed 'Little Zhang Ziyi', faced accusations of infidelity by her former agent and ex-husband Mr. Han. The husband claimed that Sha Miya had an affair with 'Fashion F4' member Chen Shaocheng, leading to a legal battle. However, Sha Miya responded by producing her marriage certificate showing a divorce from Mr. Han in 2020 and asserted that Chen Shaocheng was just a friend. Mr. Han alleged that Sha Miya had a history of cheating with wealthy men and accused her of financial misconduct. Sha Miya retaliated by filing a restraining order against Mr. Han for stalking and harassment. She emphasized her current status as a yoga teacher and vowed to take legal action against false accusations in defense of her reputation.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Legislative Yuan held sessions for two days regarding the Cabinet's proposal for amending parliamentary powers, inviting Premier Chiu Jing-tai for a report and questioning. During the session, KMT caucus leader Fu Kun-chi rebutted accusations of lack of discussion with heated exchanges, leading to a tense atmosphere. Chiu Jing-tai defended the discussions and accused Fu Kun-chi of misrepresenting the situation. The debate escalated with Fu Kun-chi accusing the government of sending chaotic proposals, and Chiu Jing-tai dismissing the accusations. The discussion further delved into legal matters, with Fu Kun-chi addressing potential misleading statements in parliament and receiving a sharp response from Chiu Jing-tai. The heated exchange ended with Chiu Jing-tai reminding Fu Kun-chi to stay within the scope of questioning.
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Reported 8 months ago
After being released on bail from the Shilin District Prosecutors Office, Wang Bojie continuously apologized to the media and expressed the need for self-reflection at home. Following a collision incident with a tour bus in Neihu yesterday, Wang's alcohol level was found to be 0.44 milligrams, leading to his transfer to the prosecutors office and subsequent release on bail. His scheduled jewelry endorsement event was canceled, and there are discussions on whether he will be replaced as a guest award presenter at the upcoming Taipei Film Festival. Taipei Cultural Affairs Bureau Director Tsai Shiping expressed that driving under the influence is a challenge to the law, and discussions are ongoing with the film festival organizers on a potential replacement, stating that it would be inappropriate for Wang to attend. Tsai acknowledged Wang's past contributions to the film industry but emphasized the need for actors to maintain a professional attitude towards the law.
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Reported 8 months ago
President Lai Ching-te marked his first month in office by personally announcing the establishment of the National Climate Change Response Committee, the National Resilience Defense Committee, and the Healthy Taiwan Promotion Committee. These task-oriented committees will involve quarterly meetings led by President Lai to facilitate dialogue between government, industry, academia, and the private sector, as well as enhance international collaboration to develop national development strategies. President Lai emphasized the urgency of addressing climate change, strengthening Taiwan's defense resilience, and promoting public health initiatives.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 19th, the Legislative Yuan's committee conducted a review of the reconsideration of the parliamentary reform bill. People's Party caucus leader Huang Kuo-chang criticized the Executive Yuan for creating unnecessary social conflicts through spreading false information in the reconsideration process. As a result, all 8 People's Party members will vote against the reconsideration on June 21st. This action was deemed as irresponsible and will be addressed further during the vote.
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Reported 8 months ago
Recently, a patient named Liao, around 35 years old, developed feelings for a nurse at a hospital in Wufeng District, Taichung. Despite being rejected and accused of harassment by the nurse, Liao sent a threatening email on the 16th of this month, stating he would launch a 'random attack.' The hospital immediately reported the threat to the police, leading to a police presence at the hospital to ensure safety. Liao, accompanied by family, appeared at the hospital on the 17th, but no violence occurred. Further investigation revealed his history of harassing behavior towards another nurse, leading to potential legal repercussions for intimidation and violation of medical laws. The Wufeng Police Bureau reminds the public that violence is not a solution and emphasizes the need to respect healthcare workers' work environment.
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Reported 8 months ago
With the upcoming international sports event every four years, MOS Burger has introduced the new 'Orange Chicken Thigh Burger' and 'French Tiger Fish Pearl Burger' to allow consumers to enjoy rich European flavors while watching exciting matches. In addition, they have launched a series of 'summer cool peripheral items' under the theme of 'MOS Sports Games', filled with creative designs incorporating MOS Burger's food elements, perfect for gifting or personal use. The 'Orange Chicken Thigh Burger' and 'French Tiger Fish Pearl Burger' will be available for 100 and 115 yuan respectively, while the popular 'Truffle Cheese Fries' and 'Golden Sweet Potato Fries' are also making a comeback.
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Reported 8 months ago
Asian shares reached a three-week high due to a surge in tech stocks, while the dollar was unstable following weak U.S. retail sales data, reinforcing the anticipation of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut later this year. Asian stocks outside Japan climbed 0.72%, led by tech stocks at a record high, with Japan's Nikkei up 0.59% and China's blue chip stocks slightly down. The Hang Seng index in Hong Kong rose by 1.3%. After U.S. retail data indicated sluggish economic activity, rate cut expectations for September increased, with traders pricing a 67% chance of easing compared to 61% the day before. The article also touches on the impact on various currencies and commodities in the region and globally.
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Reported 8 months ago
President Lai Ching-te visited the Asian Drone AI Innovation Research and Development Center in March to support the development of the drone industry. The Defense Ministry stated that the US government announced on June 18th Eastern Time the sale of a total of 3.602 billion US dollars (about NT$11.6 billion) of 'attack drone missile system' to Taiwan, including two types, personnel injury (Switchblade 300) and anti-armor (Altius 600M), undergoing the 'Congressional Notification' process. The Defense Ministry emphasized the importance of military readiness amidst frequent military activities by the CCP around Taiwan, expressing gratitude for the US team's efforts to accelerate arms sales to Taiwan.
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Reported 8 months ago
As technology advances, the reliance on 3C products and AI in daily life is growing. However, excessive dependence on digital tools can lead to cognitive decline, termed 'digital cognitive decline.' This affects cognitive functions, multitasking abilities, and sleep health. To prevent this, individuals can limit screen time, turn off notifications, engage in brain-stimulating activities, prioritize face-to-face interactions, establish good exercise and sleep habits.
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Reported 8 months ago
In New Taipei City, Taiwan, a 57-year-old man surnamed Cao who was wanted for multiple criminal cases crashed his car while trying to flee from police, after being chased for about 4 kilometers due to traffic congestion. Cao was eventually caught and taken in for questioning by the police. The incident serves as a reminder not to engage in unlawful activities. Report by SET News, with additional news on various incidents including a motorcyclist without a helmet, illegal KTV operations, a hiker attacked by bees, a violent debt collection, and a serious assault in Lujhou, New Taipei City.
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