Reported 8 months ago
The South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff confirmed that recent landmine explosions by the North Korean military in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) between the two Koreas resulted in multiple deaths and injuries. North Korean soldiers frequently operate along the border. Despite casualties, North Korean forces have not halted their operations, with South Korean estimates suggesting they may deploy thousands of soldiers daily within the non-military zone.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, helped by the strong performance of the four major U.S. indexes and TSMC's ADR surge, the Taiwan stock market opened high and surged over 290 points to reach 22787.67, setting a new high. Throughout the day, despite some consolidation in gains, TSMC and MediaTek hit record highs, with various sectors such as semiconductors, optical communications, networking, and robotics performing well. Financial stocks also supported the market, with the index closing up 260.90 points at 22757.43, setting a new record high for the day.
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Reported 8 months ago
The love triangle between Korean stars Hwasa, Junhyuk, and Han Sohee has been a highly discussed topic in the Korean entertainment industry this year. Hwasa, known for her catchphrase 'Really Interesting,' made her first public appearance after the controversy. She responded to questions by stating she has no specific comments and urged people to focus on the new show 'Mystery Cases Limited Edition' that she is a part of. Hwasa did not renew her contract with her previous company and has joined a new agency, standing out as a prominent figure amidst the love triangle aftermath.
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Reported 8 months ago
A discussion on the online forum Dcard sparked debate about the financial requirements to be considered a 'normal family' eligible to have children. Opinions varied, with some suggesting a minimum annual income of 2 million, owning a house with no mortgage, having a car for transportation, and at least one child. Others emphasized the importance of emotional support, parenting skills, communication abilities, values, and education in determining what defines a 'normal family.'
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Reported 8 months ago
Japanese actor Tanaka Tatsuya, known for his roles in idol dramas such as 'Corner with Love' and 'The Rose', returned to Taiwan after 11 years to star in the Netflix mystery series 'Who the Victim: Season 2.' Despite the challenge of handling technical jargon in Chinese, Tanaka expressed happiness in coming back to Taiwan for work, praising the more humane and reasonable working environment compared to the past. The series will premiere globally on June 21st.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to Sohu, three zodiac signs have excellent financial luck after noon today. Libra, Taurus, and Aquarius are advised to try their luck in the lottery as they have high chances of winning big prizes. Financial gains are predicted, and unexpected fortunes may come their way. The lottery draw is tonight.
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Reported 8 months ago
In Taiwan, with the ban on free plastic bags at beverage shops, people now mostly bring their own carriers. A Taiwanese woman, living in Japan, received admiration for carrying a drink carrier when she goes out, with locals asking where she got it. She praised the carrier as the greatest invention of this era, making her popular in Japan. Taiwan is believed to be the only place with such carriers, leading to fascination among Japanese. Netizens agreed on its convenience, recommending it to friends in Japan and Korea.
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Reported 8 months ago
A cement worker in New Taipei City, Taiwan, sprayed gasoline at a construction company's office to demand payment of 1.62 million debts that had been overdue for 5 years. Upset about the company keeping a 60,000 fish but not paying the remainder of the debt, the worker threatened to set fire to the office. Police arrived and arrested the worker for intimidation and endangering public safety. The construction company's owner's son claimed ignorance of the debt dispute, mentioning that the gasoline sprayed could harm the fish, and they plan to seek compensation. The worker defended himself, stating he did not intend to harm anyone and only wanted to resolve the debt issue. The police transferred the case to the prosecutor's office for further investigation.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Washington think tank Transatlantic High-Level Delegation visited Taiwan and met with President Tsai Ing-wen. The delegation believes that Taiwan is facing intense geopolitical situations, and a victory in Ukraine will be beneficial for Taiwan. They praised President Tsai's wisdom and vision for Taiwan, emphasizing the importance of Taiwan's democracy and progress. The delegation highlighted the strong bond between Taiwan and Western allies, expressing optimism for the future despite current challenges and threats in global politics.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Taiwan Public Opinion Foundation released a new national political poll, revealing that 43% of respondents are satisfied with Premier Su Tseng-chang's cabinet performance, while 25.4% are dissatisfied. The cabinet, led by Su, is partially composed of members from the industry, earning the nickname 'Alien Cabinet' from the public. Su expressed that the new cabinet is not yet familiar with the officialdom culture, but he hopes for more tolerance. The poll also showed that the majority of people are satisfied with the cabinet's performance, with 18% more satisfied than dissatisfied. Su believes that the new cabinet, coming from diverse backgrounds, can offer different perspectives and hopes for acceptance and tolerance from the public.
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Reported 8 months ago
A video posted on social media shows a conflict over priority seats on Taipei's MRT, where an elderly man was seen pulling a young man's hair for refusing to give up his seat. The incident led to other passengers calling for help, sparking a heated discussion online. This recent event adds to the ongoing controversy surrounding priority seats, after a previous incident where an elderly woman forced a young woman to give up her seat, resulting in a physical confrontation and a subsequent lawsuit filed by the elderly woman, creating generational tensions around the issue.
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Reported 8 months ago
Amid increasing concerns over cases of unclaimed bodies and deaths of elderly individuals living alone, Tainan city has faced several incidents where public officials were unable to assist due to privacy laws, leaving local representatives to stay with the bodies for hours. Mayor Huang Wei-Che suggested that police stations can contact family members for assistance in such cases. The Tainan Civil Affairs Bureau is working on procedures to help in situations where the deceased individuals' identities are unknown or family members cannot be located, ensuring proper handling and burial proceedings after the bodies remain unclaimed for a certain period.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, a convenience store manager in Zhuangwei, Yilan, reported to the police that during their absence due to illness, approximately 90,000 Yuan went missing from the store. Surveillance footage revealed that an employee from the late-night shift was responsible for the theft. Despite efforts, the employee could not be contacted, and the manager's family accused the employee, surnamed Zheng, of even receiving an advance of nearly 50,000 Yuan in salary.
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Reported 8 months ago
Parliamentarian Su Jen-ching was fined 4 million by the Control Yuan for falsely reporting property information in 2018. The Control Yuan revealed a list of confirmed cases of penalties for public officials' property declaration violations, with former DPP legislator Su Jen-ching, former KMT legislator Lin Wei-chou, Taipei City Police Chief Li Hsi-ho, and former Taiwan High Court President Shih Mu-chin among those listed. Su Jen-ching was fined for intentionally concealing property and false reporting, while also being penalized for illegal political contributions. Shih Mu-chin and others were also fined for inaccurate property declarations.
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Reported 8 months ago
TVBS News Network reported on June 18, 2024, that Minister of National Defense Gou Yuxiong responded to Penghu fishermen's sighting of a Chinese Communist submarine surfacing in the Taiwan Strait, stating that the information has been obtained but choosing to temporarily withhold details on the submarine's model and intentions when pressed. However, it is known that this is the second time within a year that a Chinese Communist submarine has surfaced in the same area, with the previous incident occurring on the eve of last year's Han Guang exercise, raising speculation on whether the surfacing was due to malfunction or for deterrence purposes.
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Reported 8 months ago
Economic Affairs Minister Guo Zhihui's previous comment on 'not needing to install air conditioning in every room' caused a stir, but he clarified today that he spoke too quickly and emphasized the importance of energy conservation. Despite revealing that all three rooms in his 50-square-meter, 3-bedroom house are air-conditioned and his summer electricity bill averages 2200 yuan, experts suggest that increasing the air conditioning temperature by just 1 degree Celsius can save 427 yuan per year.
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Reported 8 months ago
As of January 1, 2024, the minimum monthly salary for workers in Taiwan has increased to 27,470 NT dollars, with an hourly wage of 183 NT dollars, yet many struggle to make ends meet due to rising costs. A netizen shared their monthly expenses online, revealing that despite earning 150,000 NT dollars per month, they find it insufficient. The detailed breakdown includes expenses for housing, pets, education, gym, girlfriend's allowance, etc., leaving them unable to save money, with upcoming wedding expenses further complicating their financial situation. The post sparked debate and criticism over unnecessary expenditures and financial planning, prompting comments such as 'Even with a high salary, you will still live paycheck to paycheck based on your spending habits.'
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Reported 8 months ago
FENDI's 2024-25 Fall/Winter Menswear collection will be available for purchase globally starting July 18, 2024. British actor Nicholas Galitzine, the global menswear ambassador for FENDI, collaborated with Chinese actor Zhang Ruoyun for the brand's latest global menswear ad campaign. Galitzine, known for his recent works with Anne Hathaway and Julianne Moore, highlights FENDI's classic styles and accessories in the campaign directed by Italian artist Nico Vascellari. The ad showcases a mix of classic and modern designs including Scottish kilt-inspired pleated shorts paired with leather Wellington boots and hiking socks, as well as Fendi's iconic FF logo details in jackets, bags, and accessories.
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Reported 8 months ago
CASETiFY在618購物節推出優惠活動，滿額可享折扣，其中推出全新鏡面支架手機殼，將鏡面手機殼的相機環改造成可掀式的活動支架，符合Y2K風格，並推出多款手機吊飾如蝴蝶結和珍珠系列，讓消費者打造時尚風格；同時推出多樣化充電配件，包括MagSafe兼容車用無線充電器等。
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, during the legislative assembly general questioning session, Taiwan's Speaker of Parliament Han Kuo-yu took a leave of absence for the second time since assuming office, with Deputy Speaker Jiang Qi-chen presiding over in his absence. The reason for Han's leave was disclosed, revealing that his absence was due to a pre-scheduled undisclosed event. This unexpected absence sparked discussions as it was previously announced that Han would be chairing the meeting. Han's day was reportedly packed with various engagements, further highlighting the circumstances surrounding his absence from the meeting.
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Reported 8 months ago
FENDI, known for its fashionable and practical approach in clothing and accessories, has introduced the round 'FENDI Fan' pendant. With a design that combines fun and classic elements, this pendant resembles a playful round fan that can be used as a fashionable accessory on bags or swung around to add a refreshing touch during hot summer days. Available in vibrant blue and yellow, it can be paired with FENDI Roll Bag or the classic Peekaboo bag, offering versatility and creativity in styling. The FENDI Fan pendant is priced at 16,000 NT dollars and is now available in selected FENDI boutiques.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to data from Yung Ching Realty Group, the average prices of used houses in the past five years have soared by over 90% in the top five administrative districts, with Nanzih District in Kaohsiung, Zhubei City in Hsinchu, and Taiping District in Taichung experiencing the most significant increases. The influence of TSMC's investments has been a key factor driving this growth, with areas near TSMC plants witnessing the highest price surges. The article also highlights other districts with notable price hikes, attributing them to various factors like infrastructure development and market demand.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, a report from the China Times shared that in the scorching summer heat, students find it hard to focus on studying in non-air-conditioned rooms. However, a university in Guangdong, mainland China, requires an additional payment of 24 RMB (about 107 NTD) for air conditioning per class, leading to student dissatisfaction. Although many argue that the school should not charge extra for air conditioning on top of tuition fees, the school staff defended this practice as necessary to offset the significant electricity cost. The 24 RMB fee is explained as a prepaid charge that will be refunded after calculating the actual usage, with the actual cost per class estimated at around 2.5 RMB (about 10.6 NTD) per student in smaller classrooms and up to 16 RMB (about 71.4 NTD) in larger lecture halls.
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Reported 8 months ago
A Family Volunteer Day event organized by the New Taipei City Volunteer Services Promotion Center and the New Taipei City Banqiao New Residents Family and Women's Service Center took place in the Pingxi area with 40 family volunteers participating in environmental cleanup activities, learning about Pingxi's history, culture, and ecological environment. The event aimed to promote volunteerism, community collaboration, and environmental consciousness among participants, emphasizing the importance of contributing to society and fostering a sense of responsibility and compassion. Participants also engaged in hands-on activities, such as crafting unique mining cart piggy banks, to learn about Pingxi's mining history and create lasting memories with their families.
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Reported 8 months ago
藝人何以奇透過臉書分享收到「構建新型兩岸關係計畫」邀約，計劃成立「台灣擁和黨」，點名前立委余天及多位民進黨政務官，內政部提醒民眾避免成為中共統戰工具，避免觸犯《國安法》。消息一出，余天笑稱事件荒謬不可能發生。內政部指違反《反滲透法》者將受刑罰，再次呼籲民眾拒絕中共利誘操控，以免違法。
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