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Since its premiere on June 24, 2024, the popular Chinese drama '墨雨雲間' has sparked continuous discussions not only about its plot and main characters but also about the supporting roles. This article lists five deceitful beauties with innocent faces but treacherous hearts, such as '婉寧長公主' from '墨雨雲間' and '角麗譙' from '蓮花樓'. These characters have captivated audiences with their manipulative and malicious behaviors, making them both memorable and controversial.
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On June 24, 2024, DPP legislator Wu Si-yao criticized the KMT for disrespecting the judiciary, specifically mentioning legislator Weng Xiao-ling and entertainer Wu Zong-xian. Wu asserted that any unconstitutional act should be deemed as such, and condemned attempts to undermine the authority of the Constitutional Court. She further suggested a public survey to compare the social credibility of legislators and judges. The controversy arose after the rejection of a parliamentary reform bill and President Lai Ching-te's refusal to deliver the State of the Nation Address until the constitutional review is settled.
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Exclusive report on June 24, 2024, at 3:20 a.m. By reporter Zhang Shiyi, comprehensive report. A man's inappropriate behavior at the Wu Ling Pavilion has sparked widespread social attention and condemnation from netizens. The man climbed onto the roof of the pavilion shirtless to take photos, and this inappropriate scene was captured by passersby and uploaded online, leading to heated discussions. After the video surfaced, netizens criticized the man's uncivilized behavior, with some commenting on the lack of respect for public places and safety concerns for others. Local authorities have taken notice and announced an investigation and actions against the man's behavior, emphasizing the need to uphold public order, respect others, and avoid actions that harm public property and compromise safety.
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The Department of Health in Taiwan issued a warning that the Omicron variant of COVID-19 would peak in September, triggering the sixth wave of infections. A netizen shared how after being diagnosed with tonsillitis, he came home feeling exhausted, only to test positive for COVID-19 shortly after, expressing concern about the strong infectivity of the virus. Other netizens also described their experiences, highlighting symptoms like fever and cough. With many speculating on the resurgence of infections, the situation in offices and communities becomes a growing concern.
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According to SET statistics, Taiwan Land Development Company has experienced multiple delisting incidents with amounts exceeding 400 million NT dollars. Amid financial crisis suspicions, the company is being investigated for creating false trading records and violating the Securities Law. The former chairman Qiu Fusheng and others were summoned for questioning by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office. Further details are pending clarification by the authorities. Taiwan Land Development Company, established in 1964, assisted in developing industrial parks, commercial and residential properties before being delisted in 2022 with a cumulative amount of over 400 million NT dollars due to delisting incidents.
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Popular media outlet Zao Ka Life reported on June 24, 2024, that the well-known chain group buying supermarket 'Honorable Green' in southern Taiwan, which many are familiar with as an affordable fresh fruit paradise, has recently been in turmoil. Multiple branches suddenly ceased operations, and franchisees accused the responsible party of malicious closure and outstanding debts, leaving many netizens puzzled. The chain had a significant presence in the southern region, with 7 stores in Kaohsiung and 2 in Pingtung, attracting numerous members through LINE group recruitment for their affordable fresh fruits. However, recently, sharp-eyed netizens noticed several branches unexpectedly closed, posting closure notices in social media chat rooms, catching everyone off guard. Questions arose about the owner running away due to huge debts, with speculation fueled by major discounts announced in early June. Franchisees soon issued statements alleging malicious fraud and closure by the headquarters, accumulating a large amount of outstanding payments and goods, and expressing intentions to take legal action to dissolve cooperation. Facing accusations from franchisees and the sudden closure of stores, 'Honorable Green's' responsible party has yet to provide an explanation. This closing saga of 'Honorable Green' is truly thought-provoking, evolving from a once affordable fresh fruit paradise to branches shutting down, franchisees exposing secrets, and ending in a clearance frenzy. This incident allows us to pay more attention to the management of chain supermarkets and hopes everyone remains rational amidst this turmoil to prevent losses.
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In Hokkaido, Japan, on June 24, 2024, at 3:19 AM, a self-defense force vehicle collided with a bus, resulting in 1 soldier experiencing cardiopulmonary arrest and a total of 7 people, including the bus driver, being hospitalized. The accident occurred in a tunnel on National Highway 274 in Mukawa Town. The police and fire department are investigating the incident, and the vehicle belonged to the Ground Self-Defense Forces stationed in Hakodate, used for transporting personnel.
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Actress Chen Yanxi was recently spotted in public for the first time since rumors of marriage trouble surfaced, still wearing her wedding ring on her ring finger. The actress, who is married to mainland Chinese actor Chen Xiao, attended an event in a red off-shoulder gown looking radiant, causing a stir online. This appearance follows reports of marriage issues between the couple, with Chen Yanxi's gesture of wearing the ring seemingly in response to the rumors.
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A warehouse in Luzhu, Taoyuan caught fire in the early morning, causing thick smoke to billow. A large quantity of goods from an American-style store, including diapers, cooking oil, and electric fans, was burned with a loss estimated at over $20 million. Fortunately, there were no casualties.
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JJ Lin, aged 29, is nominated for Best Composer at the 35th Golden Melody Awards for his song 'Adult' dedicated to Fish Leong. Despite his busy schedule touring and being a new dad to a 10-month-old daughter, he remains grateful for the nomination and is open to winning or continuing to work hard. JJ Lin shared that his daughter is his lucky charm. He is excited about the upcoming awards ceremony, preparing a sleek and traditional look for the red carpet. He also hinted at new music in the works for this year, including a return to touring in Southeast Asia and other regions.
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On June 24, 2024, at 3:17 AM, according to TVBS News online, a 43-year-old woman went mountain climbing with friends over the weekend as temperatures soared over 40 degrees Celsius across Taiwan. Without shelter, she lost a large amount of body fluids, became disoriented, and collapsed. Upon arrival at the emergency room, her body temperature reached 40.9 degrees, leading to a critical condition. After emergency treatment, she is currently under observation in the ICU. Additionally, a man in his 70s collapsed from heat exhaustion while riding his bicycle to collect recyclables under the scorching sun.
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President Lai Ching-te held a press conference this morning to seek a constitutional interpretation regarding the parliamentary reform bill recently passed by the blue-and-white party caucuses, which he believes violates the constitution. In response, Fu Kun-chi of the Kuomintang criticized Lai Ching-te for an 'emperor system' showmanship, questioning the need for the investigation of companies like TSMC unless there is government-business collusion. Lai Ching-te argues that the amendments are unconstitutional, while Fu emphasizes the importance of separating powers and checks and balances. The debate centers on the balance of power, with Fu accusing Lai of authoritarian tendencies while Lai asserts his constitutional duties and protection of citizens' rights.
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A car accident in Kaohsiung's Sanmin District in the early morning caused by a driver falling asleep resulted in a row of cars and motorcycles being hit, as well as a transformer being knocked down, leading to a power outage for 826 households. Business establishments were unable to operate temporarily, residents suffered from the hot weather without air conditioning or fans. Fortunately, Taiwan Power Company quickly restored power to over 90% of the affected households within an hour, with the remaining 32 households regaining power by after 9 a.m.
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TVBS News Network reported on June 24, 2024, that the Taipei Film Festival has been surrounded by controversies recently. Not only did the previous host, Wang Bojie, step down due to drunk driving, but during the recent premiere of the Taiwanese drama 'Plastic Flowers,' which was originally planned to air three episodes, the equipment malfunctioned after airing only the first episode, leaving fans in a mix of tears and laughter and questioning if this year's film festival is jinxed.
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Kim Ji-won has arrived in Taiwan and was spotted at Taoyuan Airport, greeting fans with a sweet smile and waving enthusiastically.
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Following prior criticisms of excessive luxury renovations, Taipei National University of the Arts' former president Yang Chi-Wen is now facing allegations of nearly million-dollar internal refurbishments, questioning whether the current president's son was awarded the project. The university has reported the case to the Control Yuan for investigation, while the Ministry of Education stated that the matter is currently under review.
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In Hunan Province's Changsha City, ongoing heavy rain on June 24th led to severe flooding in many streets, with images showing cars stranded in water on Changsha Avenue. The China Meteorological Administration issued a red alert for heavy rain on the morning of June 24th, with expectations of rainfall exceeding 100 millimeters in some areas. The subway in Changsha suspended operations as underground passages were flooded, causing chaos in the city.
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According to the Taiwan Stock Exchange, foreign investors bought a net amount of NT$62 billion in Taiwan stocks last week, with significant purchases in AU Optronics and significant sell-offs in Hua Nan Financial Holding, Asia Cement, and China Steel totaling over 90,000 shares. Overall stock market transaction data showed foreign investors holding shares worth NT$32.9592 trillion, accounting for 44.52% of the total market value, with a net purchase value of NT$1,428.42 billion since the beginning of the year until June 21st.
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印度境外債券投資者正鎖定收益率,迹象顯示印度央行在債券被納入摩根大通指數前將堅持高利率政策。全球基金將持有的10年以上期限債券比例提高至9個月以來的最高水平,而短期債券的持有比例則持續下降。印度的債務已成為新興市場的熱門投資對象,投資者受其穩健財政和穩定貨幣的吸引。專家建議投資者增加投資組合的持續時間,將投資項目擴展至15-30年債券,成為目前最具價值的選擇。
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Chinese regulators have approved a debt-laden city in the east of China to receive funding support from banks, expanding their assistance to more localities after successful bailouts in some regions. The banks have been instructed to provide additional help to local government financing vehicles in Weifang, Shandong province, including loan refinancing. This move demonstrates the central government's increasing efforts to manage debt risks and expand bailout programs to more indebted cities, following initial successes in areas like Tianjin.
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Manchester Airport, the UK's third busiest airport, experienced a major power outage around 1:30 am local time on June 23, affecting security and baggage systems, leading to the cancellation of over 100 flights and impacting more than 90,000 passengers. Low-cost airline EasyJet was particularly hard hit. Although power has been restored, the restart of systems will take time, causing significant delays and cancellations. The airport's management apologized for the inconvenience and advised passengers to carry onboard luggage to ease congestion.
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The former student association president with the surname Fang from National Chi Nan University was found guilty of embezzling over 680,000 membership fees. The Nantou District Court recently sentenced him to 6 months in prison for embezzlement, along with an 80,000 fine. He was also accused of false accusation and sentenced to 20 days of detention, with the option to appeal. Fang invested in claw machine stores and sports lottery, incurred losses, and falsely claimed the membership fees were stolen, which led to his expulsion from the university after the student association reported the incident. Despite returning the embezzled amount and publicly apologizing, the court did not grant him probation due to the lack of trust he instilled in the student body.
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As the weather gets hotter, many people are using their air conditioners to beat the heat, but there is concern over receiving expensive electricity bills. A technician pointed out that the efficiency rating of the air conditioner is crucial, as different grades can lead to a significant difference in electricity consumption. Some users found that leaving their air conditioner on continuously for two months resulted in a surprisingly low bill, while others faced bills almost 7 times higher. The technician advised that using an inverter air conditioner set at a constant temperature without turning it off can actually save more electricity compared to frequently turning it on and off.
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Former chairman of Taiwan Land Development Company, Chiu Fusheng, was searched and called in for questioning by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office following allegations of creating false transaction records during a financial crisis, suspected of violating securities laws. The company, founded in 1964 and listed in 1999, faced financial difficulties starting in 2021 and eventually got delisted on August 4, 2022, after failing to repay debts amounting to over 4 billion NTD, leading to several financial institutions blacklisting them.
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