Reported 11 months ago
FTNN News Network reported on June 24, 2024, that due to an oversupply of eggs, prices have continued to decline, worsened by the recent heatwave affecting egg preservation. This has led to egg merchants selling at a loss, with prices dropping to as low as 27.5 yuan per kilogram, and reports of a 30-pound box of eggs selling for only 300 yuan, far below market prices. The Taipei Egg Merchants Guild chairman Lin Tianlai even forecasted further price reductions, stating that egg prices have already collapsed and may continue to do so until September.
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Reported 11 months ago
As the summer vacation approaches, a criminal group in Kaohsiung City was busted for luring individuals with promises of work in Thailand but then sending them to Cambodia for fraudulent activities. Thanks to a crackdown on scam operations in Cambodia, victims managed to escape and report to the authorities upon returning to Taiwan. The group had been recruiting young adults for work abroad with false promises, engaging in illegal activities such as scamming and debt collection. The police are moving all members of this criminal group for investigation under laws related to human trafficking prevention, intimidation, and organized crime activities to prevent further victimization and ensure justice.
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Reported 11 months ago
Darren Chiu Kai-wei, a former member of the group 'F4,' transitioned from being a singer to an actor, sharing his experiences and reflections on his journey in the entertainment industry. Darren credits his father's support for his success, recalling emotional moments where his father's care and understanding were evident. Despite his father's passing in 2008, Darren's dedication to his craft led to him fulfilling a promise made to his father. Darren's story exemplifies the special bond between father and son.
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Reported 11 months ago
In Guangdong, elementary school students are obsessed with a game called 'collecting cigarette cards,' where children compete to flip and collect these cards, leading to injuries and even spending all their pocket money to buy cigarette packs. Some parents and education experts worry that this game may trigger children's curiosity and dependence on tobacco, urging schools and parents to be vigilant. The trend has attracted attention both locally and internationally, with concerns raised about the potential harmful effects on children's health and well-being.
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Reported 11 months ago
A scandal emerges in Indonesia's third largest city, Medan, as the local police department posts a wanted list containing 15 suspects, all former police officers, involved in crimes ranging from theft, robbery, to drug trafficking, simulating a 'Gotham City' scenario where misuse of power for personal gain occurs. Several arrests have been made, with one high-ranking officer among those apprehended for crimes like motorbike theft and drug deals conducted in collusion with local criminals, exposing a network of corrupt officers.
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Reported 11 months ago
The Ministry of Economic Affairs in Taiwan reported that the industrial production index for May reached 98.2, with a year-on-year increase of 16.6%, marking the third straight monthly increase and the largest growth rate in 34 months. The growth is mainly driven by sectors such as AI and semiconductors, with other sectors waiting for stable orders to achieve full recovery. While the momentum is expected to continue into July, sustained double-digit growth in the second half of the year relies on stronger demand. Industries such as information electronics have been thriving due to services like AI, high-speed computing, and cloud data, leading to significant growth in the sector.
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Reported 11 months ago
Since the outbreak of the war between Israel and the Hamas armed group in Palestine, Hezbollah in Lebanon has been engaging in daily border conflicts with Israel. Despite the increasing tension along the Israel-Lebanon border and the looming threat of all-out war, residents of Beirut, Lebanon, continue to sing and dance as usual. Various efforts are underway to ease the tension, with fears of a catastrophic disaster if a full-scale war erupts.
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Reported 11 months ago
韓國女星全智賢在德國球場被網友認出與富二代老公及兩名兒子準備觀賞球賽。全智賢身材管理超瘦，兩個兒子顏值擔當，帥氣老公崔俊赫身世顯赫，全家人在球場外排隊入場，罕見全家福曝光。夫妻情深，曾駁斥婚變謠言。
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Reported 11 months ago
新北市三重區長元抽水站23日晚間，30歲王姓員警與友人結束宮廟餐敘後，獨自走在提外步道上不慎踩空，從3層樓高的堤防圍牆摔落到地面，頭部重創當場身亡。經送醫急救仍宣告不治。警方表示王員平時工作認真親切，對於此意外深感不捨，將協助家屬處理後續事宜。
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Reported 11 months ago
The restroom in the North Pole Palace in Changhua's Zhongquan community has gained popularity for its attractive pin-up art, known to locals including junior high school students as the 'busty girl'. Visitors, led by a junior high student, were amazed by the eye-catching paintings, prompting many to visit the restroom for photos. Originally planned as dog-themed art, the restroom now features six alluring women and two dogs, with the village head explaining that the playful style adds a refreshing touch to the area.
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Reported 11 months ago
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced sanctions against Lockheed Martin and its executives as a countermeasure against the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency's recent $360 million arms sales deal with Taiwan, which angered China's Defense Ministry. The Foreign Ministry reiterated that the Taiwan issue is a red line in US-China relations, condemning the US for interfering in China's internal affairs and damaging its sovereignty and territorial integrity. China's actions include freezing assets and banning transactions with Lockheed Martin in response to the arms sales.
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Reported 11 months ago
Anne Angus, who had to terminate her pregnancy due to severe fetal defects, hoped to build her family through IVF but faces uncertainty due to political debates surrounding IVF access. After facing challenges with abortion and IVF, including financial burdens and emotional strain, Angus worries about future political decisions impacting her last IVF cycle in Montana and the broader availability of IVF treatments across the country.
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Reported 11 months ago
You Ai-Zhe, formerly from National Chengchi University, officially announced his joining of the Japanese B1 League team, Shiga Lakestars, following Abudushalamu Abudurexiti's move to Japan earlier this year. As the second player from Taiwan to develop in Japan this season, the upcoming games between the two are highly anticipated by Taiwanese fans. You Ai-Zhe expressed his excitement at the prospect of facing his senior player, but emphasized the importance of first integrating into the team and earning playing time. Both players aim to adapt to the new environment and compete in the Japanese basketball league.
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Reported 11 months ago
Lanzhou University in Gansu Province, a well-known university in western China, recently sparked controversy over a graduation blessing article featuring the sensitive number '8964'. The university's WeChat public account used '8964' to wish 8964 graduates a bright future, but the number's connection to the 'June 4 Tiananmen Square Incident' led to the immediate deletion of the article. Despite the prompt removal, screenshots of the article spread widely on social media platforms, sparking discussions and satire among netizens.
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Reported 11 months ago
The national drama 'Human Condition 1' is making a comeback with director Wu Nianzhen leading a brand-new cast to evoke the classic emotions. Actor Fang Youxin will play two roles, with veteran artist Hong Duras portraying Fang Youxin's father, and even renowned tutor Lu Jie making a guest appearance. The play revolves around the spirit of a deceased grandmother returning to mend emotional voids within the family, with a youthful twist from the previous version 23 years ago. The production, featuring a cast including newcomer Li Mengchun and history tutor Lu Jie, aims to reignite nostalgia and captivate audiences.
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Reported 11 months ago
During a fraud seminar held by Jianqing Judicial Yuan on the morning of June 24, 2024, key members of the Judiciary and Legal Committee of the Legislative Yuan, including Wu Zongxian, Zhong Jiabin, and Huang Guochang, proposed amending the 'Judicial Organization Act' to institutionalize the current 'Deputy Prosecutors' system. However, the Personnel Office of the Executive Yuan recommended a review after one year, leading to criticism from Jianqing Judicial Yuan for their bureaucratic attitude. They emphasize the urgent need due to the overwhelming cases of fraud burdening local prosecutor's offices and dispute the delay in action, condemning the officials for passive statements without concrete assistance in the fight against fraud.
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Reported 11 months ago
At a fraud seminar held by the Judicial Yuan Prosecutor's Office on June 24, 2024, key legislators from the ruling and opposition parties proposed amending the Court Organizational Act to formalize the role of prosecutors' assistants to address the increasing fraud cases that are overwhelming the prosecution offices. However, the Personnel Office of the Executive Yuan suggested evaluating the proposal after a year, leading the 'Justice and Quality Improvement Organization for Prosecutors in Taiwan's Taipei District Prosecutors Office' to criticize this bureaucratic attitude, stating that the rise in fraud cases has strained the prosecution offices and urging the Personnel Office not to just 'talk big'.
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Reported 11 months ago
As the second phase of the recall campaign against Keelung Mayor, Xie Guoliang, enters its final week with a gap of 3,000 signatures needed to meet the threshold, two Democratic Progressive Party councilors, Zhang Haohan and Zheng Wenting, have offered their service offices for recall stations. This move was criticized by Kuomintang legislators as 'extremely disgusting.' The campaign, labeled 'Toppling Beam,' aims to remove Mayor Xie, and with the support of Green Camp, the recall vote is expected in mid-September if the required number of valid signatures is obtained.
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Reported 11 months ago
SO NICE brand offers elegant clothing items at exclusive discounts of 70% and more, including tops, pants, and favorite dresses, all priced at amazing discounts. The sale recommends setting an alarm and suggests buying multiple colors of items like the stylish cotton shirts with unique designs. Various items like wide-leg pants, tailored blouses, and structured blazers are available at incredibly low prices, making it a must-buy opportunity. The sale extends to June 30, with special prices on select items and gift vouchers available for purchases over NT$5000.
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Reported 11 months ago
President Lai Ching-te addressed the constitutional reform issue, highlighting the importance of protecting constitutional order and people's rights by applying for a constitutional interpretation and temporary disposition. Scholars warned about the challenges of rising temperatures in urban areas due to climate change and urban heat islands. The cause of death of a Japanese tapir in Taiwan was determined to be heat stress-induced circulatory failure, blood clotting dysfunction, and pulmonary edema. These news items shed light on current affairs in Taiwan.
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Reported 11 months ago
McDonald's in Taiwan has partnered with Sanrio to release plush toys of Hello Kitty, Pochacco, Kuromi, and My Melody, available on June 26 and July 3. In collaboration with Mister Donut, Pokemon-themed muffins featuring Pikachu, Eevee, and Pokeballs are also launched. These limited edition items are a nod to past successful toy collaborations between McDonald's and Sanrio and cater to fans of both Sanrio characters and Pokemon enthusiasts.
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Reported 11 months ago
Supercar enthusiast Zhou Zhenan, nicknamed 'supercar enthusiast,' was prosecuted for allegedly providing a yacht to assist Guobao Group's CEO Zhu Guorong in fleeing overseas and hiding criminals. During the court hearing at the Taipei District Court, Zhou Zhenan admitted to some charges, claiming he was convinced by Zhu's seniority and regretted his decision, leading him to turn himself in. Zhu Guorong is facing legal troubles for stock manipulation and insider trading and fled with a hefty sum of money. Zhou Zhenan assisted in Zhu's escape by driving him to the port to board the yacht, leading to a prosecution for violating immigration laws. Additionally, three individuals, including the captain and his son, were summoned for helping without full knowledge of the situation and requested leniency from the judge.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, a power outage occurred in the Beitou District of Taipei, affecting areas like Xingyi Road, Section 7 of Zhongshan North Road, Quanyuan Road, and Shamo Road. Taipower quickly dispatched personnel to address the issue caused by equipment failure and completed the power restoration by 16:10. Residents reported hearing two explosions during the outage, causing some panic, but Taipower clarified that it was not an explosion and instead a result of equipment malfunction. They reassured the public and urged residents to report any future outages promptly for swift response.
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Reported 11 months ago
Taiwanese rising basketball star, Yue Ai-Zhe, a recent graduate from National Chengchi University, officially signed with the Japanese B1 basketball team SHIGA LAKES on June 24, 2024. He will continue to wear the number 7 jersey which represents his 7 family members as he embraces this new challenge. At just 22 years old, Yue Ai-Zhe has set a record for Taiwanese players transitioning directly from UBA to the Japanese B1 league. The team Shiga Lakes, based in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, has shown great sincerity by allowing Yue Ai-Zhe to continue wearing the meaningful number 7. Additionally, Yue Ai-Zhe unveiled his personal brand logo at the joining ceremony, incorporating his English initials Y, A, C along with the diamond totem of the traditional Atayal tribe and the symbolic number 7, reflecting his focus on faith and family.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, at 5:34 AM, the groundbreaking ceremony for the completion of Chang Hwa Bank's building was held. The Chairperson of Chang Hwa Bank, Ling Chung-yuan, pointed out that Taipei has the highest number of urban renewal and dilapidated building reconstruction cases. Targeting the urban renewal business opportunities in Taiwan, Chang Hwa Bank is currently involved in almost 10 urban renewal and dilapidated building reconstruction projects. The building, once completed, will become a significant new landmark in Taipei's roundabout, with an estimated completion date of 2029. It will be a 20-story building, emphasizing green, low-carbon, innovative, and smart office features.
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