Reported about 1 year ago
7-ELEVEN and FamilyMart will offer weekend limited-time promotions from June 28 to June 30, featuring popular items such as buy-one-get-one-free deals. 7-ELEVEN's 'Super Value Weekend' includes buy-2-get-1-free on CITY CAFE's coffee drinks and buy-2-get-2-free on selected Korean noodles. FamilyMart's member-exclusive deals include discounts on Let's Café classic iced brick lattes and buy-one-get-one-free on Nongshim spicy chicken-flavored instant noodles. Various coffee drinks, noodles, and ice treats are part of the promotions at both convenience stores.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to Taiwan's National Health Insurance (NHI) statistics, there have been six new cases of locally transmitted mumps (Mpox) in June. The surge comes after a period of silence in mumps outbreaks, prompting health authorities to urge eligible individuals to complete two doses of the mumps vaccine for enhanced protection. With 16 new cases reported this year, including 13 locally transmitted and three imported cases, the mumps situation in Taiwan is intensifying, with cases in various regions indicating ongoing community transmission risk. The World Health Organization data shows a global average of almost 800 new mumps cases per month. The NHI emphasizes the importance of vaccination as the most effective preventive measure against mumps, especially with increased social activities during the summer vacation and upcoming festivals. Eligible individuals are advised to promptly receive both doses of the mumps vaccine for safeguarding against the virus.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FamilyMart has launched a Korean city cuisine series in collaboration with Jin Jia Yi, featuring dishes like Busan-style pork soup rice and Busan sugar cake-flavored bread. Additionally, there are 3 new food items co-created with the Michelin-starred restaurant Kay Lee at Taipei Sheraton Hotel. Meanwhile, 7-ELEVEN has teamed up with the Fu Jin Shu Taiwanese restaurant to introduce 3 'Homeal' frozen ready-to-eat meals. Throughout the event period, customers can enjoy the Korean city cuisine series at FamilyMart for as low as 39 Yuan, with the option to add Jin Jia Yi co-branded snacks for an extra 39 Yuan. The initiative will run until July 9th.
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Reported about 1 year ago
With 2.5 years until the 2026 county mayor election, there are already contenders eyeing the New Taipei City mayoral position, including the hint from People First Party legislator Huang Kuo-chang. Recent articles point to Deputy Mayor Liu Ho-jan preparing a 'presidential-level' online social media team for an intense battle, indicating a lack of space for the blue and white collaboration. City councilor Lee Yu-hsiang revealed that there are more blue party members supporting Lee Sichuan for the 2026 race, acknowledging his high popularity in public opinion polls compared to Hou's designated successor Liu. Lee believes that the current polls are testing name recognition, with some pushing for Lee Sichuan's candidacy, going against Hou's preference for Liu. The competition in New Taipei City showcases shifting alliances and the necessity for early campaign positioning to ensure a competitive edge in the upcoming election.
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Reported about 1 year ago
S2O Taiwan將於7月13日、14日在台北市大佳河濱公園隆重舉辦，今年融合全球DJ MAG百大音樂節第59名的盛譽，帶來韓風氛圍，包括Alan Walker、GYUBIN等40組表演嘉賓，多位韓國藝人首度登台演出。此外，電子音樂、KPOP、華語金曲將成為今年S2O的主要音樂風格，並邀請到Elkie莊錠欣等藝人加入演出陣容。活動也因在DJ MAG TOP 100音樂節中獲選為全球第59名而引人注目。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chinese top male star Huang Zitao's rumored relationship with actress Xu Yiyang has been circulating for 2 years, with Huang Zitao persistently refusing to confirm the relationship. Fans became upset when rumors of a marriage proposal on set surfaced last month. During a live stream on June 27, Huang Zitao responded angrily to questions about not admitting the relationship, asking if it was wrong to keep it private. Fans criticized Huang Zitao for not wanting to go public with the relationship yet getting upset when questioned about it.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Many people start learning Japanese due to their love for Japanese culture but struggle to find the right methods. Foreigners living in Japan with exceptional Japanese skills share their insights on the difficulties of mastering Japanese and how to overcome them. Methods for learning Japanese vary, with self-study through Skype and online courses, formal classes, watching Japanese media, playing games, and practicing kanji writing being common approaches. Challenges include understanding honorific language, kanji, and grammar, with some foreigners finding Japanese more difficult than other languages like English or Chinese. Despite the challenges, there is a growing interest in learning Japanese, with diverse reasons like anime, manga, and Japanese cuisine driving this trend.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In an exclusive report on June 27, 2024, a person named Chan received a fake text message from a scam group pretending to be 'Taiwan Water Corporation' demanding immediate payment of overdue water bill of NT$395 to avoid water supply termination. The text included a suspicious link that led to a phishing webpage, resulting in the person losing NT$60,000 due to credit card information theft. Similar scams were also reported using the name of Taiwan Power Company. Both water and power companies have emphasized that their official text messages will not contain any short URLs, and people should only trust messages from the government's dedicated '111' shortcode. The Criminal Investigation Bureau warned the public to verify any overdue payment notifications by contacting the companies directly and to be cautious of suspicious text messages, advising to report any scams to the fraud prevention hotline and seek assistance from the police if scammed.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 27, 2024, at 10:27 pm, Yang Qianshi paid tribute to her deceased idol Li Wen by specially creating a medley of cover songs. A year after the passing of the diva Li Wen (Coco), it still remains difficult for many fans to accept. Yang Qianshi, a contestant on 'Super Idol' and a dedicated fan, created a medley covering songs like 'Really Want to See You,' 'Implication,' and 'You Love Me' to honor her beloved idol. Yang Qianshi shed tears all night upon hearing about Li Wen's departure, expressing her disbelief at the loss of her idol. She stated emotionally, 'A generational classic is never accidental. She is an iconic figure of our time without question.'
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan Fertilizer Co. (Taiki) strengthens its ammonia energy business by signing a memorandum of understanding with South Korea's Samsung Chemicals, focusing on expanding low-carbon liquid ammonia production. This collaboration enhances Taiki's competitiveness in the global ammonia supply chain, supporting Taiwan's semiconductor industry by producing electronic-grade ammonia to reduce carbon emissions. Samsung Chemicals' large-scale low-carbon ammonia projects in the Middle East and Australia, along with Taiwan's expertise in ammonia production, highlight the strategic partnership's potential for sustainable clean energy development and addressing climate change.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the first debate between US President Biden and former President Trump on June 27, 2024, at 9 p.m. EST, Biden's hoarse voice and stuttering raised concerns among voters about his age and health. Democratic Party supporters expressed disappointment as he mistakenly stated 'we defeated Medicare' instead of 'we defeated COVID-19', leading to awkward moments and criticism from Trump. Biden's recent hoarseness has been attributed to a cold by CBS, deepening worries within the Democratic Party about his performance and ability to address concerns about his age and health.
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Reported about 1 year ago
洛杉磯標誌性龐克樂隊X宣布他們將發行所謂的最後專輯《Smoke & Fiction》，並詳述了美國巡迴演出計畫。主唱Exene Cervenka、主唱/貝斯手John Doe、吉他手Billy Zoom和鼓手DJ Bonebrake表示，他們將在支持第九張也是最後專輯的告別巡演後結束樂團生涯。這張10首歌曲的專輯預計將於8月2日在Fat Possum Records發行。
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Reported about 1 year ago
A real tragedy emerged on the Threads platform where a doctor in Taipei was fined a shocking 39,000 NT dollars for parking in the east district, which was 50 times the original fee of 780 NT dollars. This exorbitant fine was due to the failure to use the designated parking payment app, as the parking lot required all payments to be made through this app. Subsequently, the doctor and several others were penalized for not adhering to the specific payment regulations, raising concerns about whether the parking operator intended to deceive people for money. This incident has sparked discussions and warnings among netizens to carefully read and comply with parking regulations in self-payment parking lots to avoid hefty fines.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The Japanese yen continues to depreciate, breaking below 161 yen against the US dollar on June 28. Taiwan Bank revealed a historical sweet exchange rate with the yen selling at '0.2055' in the morning, enticing travelers heading to Japan. With 100,000 TWD, one could exchange for over 3,500 extra JPY compared to rates in January, enticing many to take advantage of the opportunity. The yen depreciating over 161 yen per US dollar at the start of the day led to concerns about Tokyo intervening in the forex market. Currency traders calculated that with 100,000 TWD, one could gain an extra 35,559 JPY by exchanging today's rate compared to January, making the deal more enticing.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
19歲的大學生趙翊云成為台北市永新獅子會的會長，接受父親給予的支持，直率回應不在乎外界說法。她表示希望透過這個機會看到不同的世界，讓大家善良一點。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 27, 2024, Hualien County councilor Lin Yuanfu was involved in a domestic violence case with his wife, New City Township Representative Chen Xiuling. Lin accused Ji'an Police Sub-Bureau Chief Wu Sihan of 'abducting his wife' and causing marital discord, but Wu has issued a statement clearing his name and plans to take legal action to defend his reputation. Wu emphasized that police handle cases impartially and according to the law, regardless of the individuals involved, and refuted Lin's allegations while expressing regret over the domestic violence incident. The investigation is ongoing, and procedures such as recording statements and applying for protection orders were conducted following standard protocols to protect the rights of the parties involved.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Global companies are currently undergoing a wave of layoffs, with the recent example being Germany's Postbank planning to transition from traditional branches to online banking. This transformation involves significant branch closures and the impending layoff of over 1,000 employees. The move is seen as a cost-saving measure to adapt to the digital age where traditional branches are considered somewhat redundant due to customers' preference for online banking. The layoffs are part of a larger restructuring plan aiming at efficiency improvements, yet posing challenges for the longstanding bank. The current trend towards cost-cutting and efficiency enhancement in companies puts many employees at risk of unemployment, highlighting the need for individuals to adapt to the evolving landscape to find new opportunities in their field.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
A former food researcher named Xiao Ling participated in the Labor Department's Kaohsiung-Pingtung-Penghu-Taitung Regional Branch (KPPTR) professional training program 'Mobile Commerce System Design and Development Class,' and successfully transitioned to become an information engineer by persistently learning and working hard. Xiao Ling, who studied food science at a private university and worked as a food researcher in northern Taiwan, realized the need to prepare for career changes brought about by the pandemic and decided to explore opportunities in the information industry. With positive feedback about the training program, Xiao Ling enrolled and acquired valuable knowledge and teamwork skills during the six-month training period at KPPTR. After completing the program, Xiao Ling applied the programming and database knowledge learned to secure a job as an information engineer. The KPPTR Director emphasized the wide employment opportunities in information-related industries and encouraged job seekers or career changers to sign up for the self-organized pre-employment training programs available, with various courses such as welding, computer-aided design and manufacturing, multimedia marketing, mobile commerce system development, and more. The registration for the 113th fiscal year's 5th wave of training programs is open until August 9, welcoming individuals over 15 years old who wish to learn a skill and receive employment guidance post-training. For more information, visit the KPPTR website or the Taiwan Employment Portal.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In the perpetual tropical climate of Southeast Asia, the cold chain is crucial in reducing high losses during the transportation of agricultural products. Many countries in the region have prioritized the development of the cold chain. Under the guidance of the Industrial Development Bureau of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) collaborated with the Taiwan Chain & Franchise Promotion Association, the Taiwan Cold Chain Association, and signed a cooperation agreement with Malaysia's Sudu Emas Group at the 2024 Taipei International Chain & Franchise Startup Summer Exhibition. They aim to jointly expand the Malaysian cold chain market. This collaboration will utilize Taiwan Chain & Franchise Promotion Association member products as the service target and leverage the expertise in cold chain storage and transportation technology and hardware-software integration planning from the joint efforts of the Taiwan Cold Chain Association and ITRI. Through the Halal training and certification services provided by the Sudu Emas Group, they aim to accelerate the export of Taiwanese products to the Halal market. The partnership envisions building a platform for Southern cold chain cooperation and service demonstrations and aims to establish a National Cold Chain Team by leading around 20 Taiwanese cold chain solution enterprises. The cooperation will focus on pre-certification system services to help businesses expedite international food certifications and enhance cooperation with local businesses, aiming to promote small and medium-sized food businesses' expansion in Southeast Asia and international markets. The collaboration's expected benefits include establishing overseas cold chain logistics hubs to enhance Taiwan's overseas food supply chain and promoting synergy by collaborating with over 20 companies to expand the pre-certification service product range, ensuring continuous cold chain quality services through AIoT cold chain technology to reduce cross-border obstacles and innovate the food industry for further penetration into the Southeast Asian food market.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 27, 2024, the Japanese Yen exchange rate dropped to '0.2055', marking a 37-year low. This led to increased interest among investors. Taiwan Bank's current selling rate for Japanese Yen reached this attractive '0.2055', allowing those exchanging 100,000 NTD to earn an additional 52,025 Yen compared to the peak rate in 2023. The depreciation of the Yen and the rise of the USD have raised concerns in Japan. The Finance Minister is closely monitoring the situation and may intervene in the currency market if necessary.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The Taiwan Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced the addition of six new local Mpox cases in Taiwan in June, all male citizens residing in the northern and central regions. With cases ranging from their 20s to 30s, these individuals showed symptoms like rashes, blisters, and pustules and were confirmed through medical evaluations. With Mpox being classified as a statutorily notifiable infectious disease since June 23, 2022, Taiwan has seen a total of 375 cases (353 local and 22 imported) with 16 new cases this year. The Health Bureau warns of the ongoing global Mpox situation and urges vaccination as the most effective prevention method.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
As of December 31, this year, the Labor Department has extended the salary subsidy of the 'Stable Employment Measures' to industries including rubber product manufacturing, electronics components manufacturing, computer, electronics, and optical product manufacturing, machinery equipment manufacturing, and other transportation equipment and parts manufacturing industries. The Taoyuan, Hsinchu, and Miaoli District of the Labor Force Development Bureau will continue to assist business units implementing reduced working hours due to industry conditions, offering up to 9200 NTD per person per month until the end of this year to mitigate the impact on workers' livelihoods and stabilize labor relations. As of June 26, they have helped 61 business units successfully apply for subsidies.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As graduation season and summer vacation approach in Taiwan, the Labor Department warns job seekers, especially students and fresh graduates, to be cautious of misleading job ads that could lead to fraud or involvement in illegal activities. The Labor Department advises potential employees to follow the 'Three Do's' before applying for a job, which include informing family and friends of the interview location, scrutinizing job ads, and researching the hiring company. During the interview, individuals should adhere to the 'Seven Don'ts' principle, such as not paying money, not engaging in illegal work, and not signing contracts randomly. Job seekers are urged to verify job advertisements for unusual salary and benefits and to stay vigilant against fraud, especially with the rise of online scams on platforms like Facebook and Line.
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Reported about 1 year ago
YouTuber Zhizhi 77 released a new video discussing the achievements and controversies of the late legendary superstar Michael Jackson, but faced backlash from fans due to the misleading title on the cover. The original screenshot displayed 'Is Michael Jackson a Pedophile Singer?' in large font, causing discontent among fans who felt it could mislead viewers. Zhizhi 77 promptly adjusted the cover and thanked everyone for the feedback, explaining that the video aimed to highlight Jackson's achievements and address controversies, leading to the adjustments made in response to viewer reactions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Yuri, known as the 'most beautiful cheerleader goddess' of the Lotte team, sparked discussions among netizens during a recent social media live broadcast where she expressed her uncertainty about staying with the team. Following the buzz, she personally addressed fan speculations a day later. Yuri reassured fans not to worry excessively, as her future plans are still under consideration, although she has upcoming plans for releasing a single in the second half of the year and hopes for fan support.
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