Reported 11 months ago
In a Euro 2024 Group A match held in Stuttgart, Germany, Hungary defeated Scotland 1-0 with Kevin Csoboth's goal in the final minute of injury time, securing the 3rd position in the group and advancing to the round of 16. Scotland was eliminated. The match saw a tense moment when Hungary's forward Barnabas Varga collided with the Scottish goalkeeper in the 68th minute and had to be stretchered off, reminiscent of Christian Eriksen's incident in Euro 2020. Csoboth dedicated his goal to Varga, and Hungary's midfielder Roland Sallai mentioned playing for him in the final minutes of the match. Germany and Switzerland also advanced to the knockout stage, with Hungary awaiting results from other groups to determine their fate. Scotland, with only 1 point from a draw with Switzerland, faced elimination, having not won a Euro match since 1996. Hungary, riding a 14-game unbeaten streak from November 2022 to March 2024, came into Euro 2024 with high hopes after defeating strong teams like England and Germany in the UEFA Nations League, despite confidence setbacks from two consecutive losses in the current tournament.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 19, 2024, the Green Kindergarten in Qingshihpu, Taoyuan, collaborated with the Qingshihpu Fire Department to organize a visit to strengthen disaster prevention awareness among children. The event aimed to instill disaster preparedness concepts and knowledge among children, who could then advocate this information to their families. Through interactive activities like water gun shooting, fire prevention briefing, and earthquake experience simulation, the children gained insights into the firefighters' work and had the chance to experience being junior firefighters for a day. The fire department highlighted the importance of early warning and evacuation by introducing fire safety measures and showcasing fire trucks and ambulances to the enthusiastic children.
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Reported 11 months ago
Following the conclusion of the parliamentary reform review, the Presidential Office and Executive Yuan are set to present a constitutional interpretation, triggering Nationalist Party legislator Wu Chung-Hsien to express via Facebook his belief that the parliamentary reform laws do not pose any constitutional issues and align with the constitutional system of Taiwan. Wu mentioned that even if the judges insist on unconstitutionality, it would likely be limited to certain clauses, not the entirety. However, lawyer Lin Chih-Chun criticized Wu's stance. Wu clarified that the potential unconstitutionality of clauses arises mainly if judges face political pressures, emphasizing the importance of judicial trustworthiness and a fair assessment. He also stressed the critical role of Parliament in overseeing the executive branch for a healthy democracy, highlighting the need for proper checks and balances to uphold transparency and justice in Taiwan's political landscape.
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Reported 11 months ago
A 71-year-old woman surnamed Liu was caught by staff at a supermarket in Zhongzheng District, Taipei City after stealing ribeye steaks worth 500 NT each five times within a month. The staff finally confronted her as she was about to steal again, leading to her arrest. Surveillance footage revealed her stealing habit, and the store estimated losses of 2495 NT. Liu, who claimed to be retired and financially stable with properties in central Taipei, confessed to her love for ribeye steaks as the reason behind her crime. She was arrested for theft and the case was sent to the Taipei District Prosecutors Office for investigation.
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Reported 11 months ago
A brawl broke out in Sanxia District, New Taipei City, involving teenagers and baseball bats after a dispute between a 16-year-old boy and his ex-girlfriend's current boyfriend. The conflict escalated when it was revealed that the girl was meddling, leading to a violent confrontation on the street which left both parties injured. Police intervened, sent the injured to the hospital, and apprehended the teenagers involved. The incident will be legally prosecuted, with minors being handled by juvenile teams.
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Reported 11 months ago
陳昭榮吐露心境表示借出去的錢大多不會回來，感嘆借錢都拿不回來，而友人卻在出國度假時被巧遇，對人性感到失望。他表示年紀增長後越來越冷漠，拒絕無意義的應酬，強調健康才是最大的幸福。
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 23, 2024, actors Yu Tian and Li Ya-Ping appeared at the Shilin District Court in Taipei. Their daughter Yu Yuanqi passed away in 2022 due to cancer, leaving her husband Gary (Chen Jian) to take care of the family. However, Gary was arrested by the police for involvement in a fraud ring, leading to their family being taken care of by a maid. Yu Tian and Li Ya-Ping appeared in court for mediation, expressing that they miss their family. Yu Tian expressed anger towards Gary for his involvement in fraud and neglect during Yu Yuanqi's illness.
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Reported 11 months ago
French high school student, featured on the YouTube channel 'Ku's dream,' praised Taiwanese desserts 'Douhua' and 'Grass Jelly,' describing them as 'reaching the top directly.' They were impressed by the variety of ingredients in Taiwanese desserts and the affordable prices, with one student exclaiming, 'This bowl is only 60 NT dollars, it's a great deal!' They compared the flavors to those in France, expressing how much they enjoyed the Taiwanese sweets over the limited dessert options in France.
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Reported 11 months ago
President Lai Ching-te recently announced the establishment of the 'National Climate Change Response Committee,' 'National Defense Resilience Committee,' and 'Health Taiwan Promotion Committee' at the Presidential Office, where he will personally serve as the convener. This move has been criticized as creating unnecessary bureaucracies. In response, Kuomintang Chairman Chu Li-lun pointed out the irony in the situation, highlighting how in the past, when former President Ma Ying-jeou attempted a similar initiative, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) accused him of power expansion and acting like an emperor. Chu Li-lun questioned whether Lai Ching-te's actions were any different.
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Reported 11 months ago
Citizens have noted the placement of electric scooter battery swap stations inside post offices, finding it quite interesting. Although many swap stations are usually located at convenience store entrances for shelter from wind, some individuals speculate that the indoor placement in post offices may be for cooling down batteries during the summer heat. However, experts mention that lithium batteries function fine between 30-40 degrees, and moving stations indoors may be more about avoiding direct sunlight. Business owners rent out space for these stations, with considerations mainly focusing on visibility and high traffic areas, ensuring riders have convenient and cool spots to swap batteries.
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Reported 11 months ago
President Tsai Ing-wen made his first public address during his term, announcing the amendments to the 'Legislative Yuan Exercise of Powers Act' and the 'Republic of China Criminal Code,' but also declared his plan to apply for a constitutional interpretation and temporary injunction to safeguard constitutional order and protect people's rights. Despite the outcome of the constitutional interpretation, Tsai emphasized that both the ruling party and the opposition must respect and accept it, advocating against expanding parliamentary power while supporting reform within the legal and constitutional framework.
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Reported 11 months ago
China is pushing the EU to remove the preliminary tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles by July 4 as both sides agree to resume trade talks. The EU is set to impose duties of up to 38.1% on Chinese-made EVs, citing unfair subsidies. China is eager to negotiate and avoid a tariff war similar to the one with the US. Talks have restarted, with analysts highlighting the necessity for China to make significant concessions for the tariffs to be lifted before November 2.
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Reported 11 months ago
An exclusive report on June 23, 2024, at 10:16 PM showed images from Pexels. Early this morning, a warehouse in Yuanfu 1st Street, Luzhu District, Taoyuan City, caught fire. The blaze was fierce and produced thick smoke visible for several kilometers. Luckily, the fire was extinguished at 6:41 AM, with no injuries or trapped individuals. The cause of the fire and property damage are currently being investigated. The Taoyuan City Fire Department dispatched 107 firefighters, 28 fire trucks, and 1 ambulance to the scene after receiving the report at 5 AM. The warehouse, a one-story tin structure, stored diapers, edible oil, electric fans, and other daily goods, with a burning area of 1600 square meters. Despite the intense fire due to the inflammable goods, the firefighters successfully controlled and extinguished it, preventing casualties and further losses. Although there were no casualties, the incident caused panic among nearby residents who witnessed the scene. The fire department advised citizens to enhance fire prevention measures to prevent similar incidents. Further details on the fire's cause and property damage await confirmation by investigators.
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Reported 11 months ago
According to SET News on June 24, the selling rate of Japanese Yen hit a new low at 0.2063 this morning, allowing people to exchange for over 33,000 yen more by exchanging 100,000 TWD compared to January. This favorable exchange rate is mainly due to the depreciation of the Japanese Yen, with the USD/JPY rate approaching 160. The Japanese authorities are prepared to intervene in the market if necessary, emphasizing transparency in their actions. Stay tuned to learn more.
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Reported 11 months ago
A woman, Chen, caused a collision with an ambulance in Taiwan while claiming the patient was not in critical condition and should have yielded to her first. The judge ruled in favor of the ambulance driver, citing the 'Baolin Teahouse Case' to overturn Chen's argument. The court found that the ambulance had warned and slowed down while approaching the intersection, indicating its passage, but Chen failed to yield, leading to the accident. Despite Chen's belief that the patient's condition was not urgent, the judge highlighted the unpredictable nature of medical emergencies and the inability to assess the seriousness beforehand, ultimately ruling in favor of the ambulance driver and dismissing Chen's compensation claim.
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Reported 11 months ago
New Taipei City councilor Yeh Yuan-chih, located in the Banqiao district, has been targeted by a recall group claiming he can't be found and isn't working. Yeh responds by expressing disbelief, noting that many people call his office daily, whether to criticize or praise him. He asserts the basis of the recall is questionable, emphasizing the need for evidence before assuming he isn't fulfilling his duties.
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Reported 11 months ago
Actor Liu Liangzuo, known for his roles in various TV series and movies, recently disclosed on social media his decision to leave his position as the head of the Department of Performing Arts and Fashion Management at Taipei Ocean University where he served for around 3 years, citing the need to focus on his family and acting career. His wife also expressed concern over his hard work. Liu Liangzuo shared photos of his graduation ceremony, indicating his departure from the educational field.
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Reported 11 months ago
In a video shared on social media, 43-year-old Chinese actress Hawick Lau unveiled her new home with husband, actor Du Jiang, on the outskirts of Beijing, showcasing a spacious wooden-themed interior, a tea room, a large garden co-planted by the couple, and even peacocks in the courtyard. The lavish decor and grand layout led many netizens to liken the residence to a palace, with comments ranging from marvel at the luxury to skepticism and amusement over the opulence displayed.
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Reported 11 months ago
Many people buy local souvenirs when traveling abroad to give to family and friends. In this case, a daughter-in-law was left speechless when her mother-in-law returned from a 6-day trip to Japan and gave her a folding comb from the hotel as a gift for her long hair. The daughter thought it was from her grandmother and advised her to comb her hair with it. The incident was shared on a Facebook group where netizens suggested humorous responses like giving the mother-in-law a toothbrush or dental floss as gifts on the daughter-in-law's next trip.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 23, 2024, TSMC, the leading semiconductor manufacturer, announced a new benefit for its employees starting in July, providing an annual 8000 yuan consumer spending allowance that can be used for various purposes like healthcare, family care, healthy living, personal development, and supporting charity. This initiative is part of TSMC's global flexible welfare plan and is expected to benefit its 73,000 global full-time employees, amounting to a total of 600 million yuan annually, to boost Taiwan's consumer market. The news sparked discussion online, with some netizens expressing that the bonus amount is insufficient while others appreciated the gesture, suggesting practical uses like buying liver supplements with the allowance.
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Reported 11 months ago
According to multiple South Korean media reports on June 24th, Lee Nak-yeon, the leader of South Korea's largest opposition party, the Democratic Party, announced his resignation from the leadership position to seek reelection. Lee's term as leader ends in August, and he decided to resign on the 24th to prepare for reelection. The party will hold a national convention on August 18th to elect its leadership, including the leader and members of the highest committee. Lee announced his resignation after a party meeting on the morning of the 24th, stating his intention to resign early to avoid internal confusion.
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Reported 11 months ago
Liu Liangzuo, aged 56, announced his departure as the head of the department at Taipei College of Maritime Technology after three years. In 2021, he took on the role as head of the 'Performing Arts and Fashion Business Management Department.' Recently, he posted photos from a graduation ceremony, unexpectedly announcing his departure. Liu explained that he was not graduating himself, but rather leaving his position as head of the department. His son, Liu Ziquan, who ranked first in his class, also attends the same department, making for an interesting father-son dynamic where Liu made sure to get his son's opinion first before taking on the role. Fans and friends congratulated Liu on his decision to step down, thanking him for his contributions to the industry.
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Reported 11 months ago
President Tsai Ing-wen held a press conference at the Presidential Office to announce the application for constitutional interpretation and temporary disposition regarding the legislative amendment granting expanded powers to the parliament. She stated this move is to confirm the constitutionality and legitimacy of the amendment through constitutional court judgment to safeguard liberal democracy and constitutional government. President Tsai emphasized the importance of upholding the separation of powers, checks and balances, and protection of human rights within the constitutional framework, while opposing the unilateral expansion of parliamentary powers as a proper way to reform the parliament in a legal and constitutional manner to deepen Taiwan's democracy.
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Reported 11 months ago
Reported exclusively on June 23, 2024, at 10:12 PM - Image from Central Weather Bureau website. According to the latest information from the Central Weather Bureau, an earthquake with a Richter scale magnitude of 4 struck near the Hualien coast at 8:40 AM today. The earthquake had a depth of only 7.4 kilometers, with the epicenter located 17.7 kilometers northeast of the Hualien County Government, belonging to the offshore area of Hualien County. The maximum seismic intensity of this earthquake in Hualien County was 4. Although the magnitude wasn't high, due to the shallow depth of the epicenter, the earthquake was notably felt by residents in the Hualien region, causing some panic but with no major reports of casualties or significant damage so far.
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Reported 11 months ago
Foxconn (2317) opened at 209.5 yuan today and dropped to a low of 205 yuan by 10 am, in line with the broader market movements. Analysts explained that the decline is a normal rest period, releasing accumulated selling pressure since May 20, so there's no need to worry. Foxconn became a $3 trillion company last week and has been gradually adjusting. Analysts advise monitoring the 5-day moving average around 207 yuan as a key indicator for potential market movements.
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