Reported 8 months ago
France's political unrest, especially with President Macron's struggles, has European Union members worried about potential setbacks in joint military spending and support for Ukraine. Macron's challenges in domestic politics, including upcoming elections and opposition party advances, are leading to uncertainties and concerns over EU policies, additional defense spending, and aid to Ukraine. The outcome of the upcoming elections and potential shift in leadership could significantly impact France's position and influence within the EU.
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Reported 8 months ago
During a live broadcast, 'Beast' Howard announced that his former Lakers teammate, Cook, will be coming to Taiwan to play basketball, generating excitement among fans. At the same time, Taiwanese baseball star Chang Yu-cheng has decided to return to Taiwan and join the CPBL draft, with the possibility of joining the Fubon Guardians in the upcoming season if an agreement is reached. This decision follows 'Beast' Howard's announcement to play in Taiwan again, with the addition of his former NBA champion teammate Cook, heightening anticipation for their collaboration.
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Reported 8 months ago
FTNN news network, June 18, 2024, 12:28 AM - During a comprehensive inquiry session by the DPP caucus at the New Taipei City Council today, New Taipei City Councilor Chu Kuanting questioned Mayor Hou Yu-ying concerning the recently heated debate over the 'Financial Balance Law amendment'. Chu pointed out that Mayor Hou should take a stand on the KMT version as it closely relates to local chief executives. However, Hou evaded giving a clear stance multiple times during the inquiry, leading Chu to criticize his lack of progress and express concern over the repetitive responses. Chu also highlighted instances where Mayor Hou appeared vague in his views on the financial plan law in the past.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Nationalist Party (KMT) has ordered supporters to gather ahead of the parliamentary vote on the reform bill on June 21. Various pro-KMT groups have also taken to the streets in a spontaneous show of support. The KMT aims to explain the importance of parliamentary reform and relevant issues to the public through nationwide ‘Parliamentary Reform Explanatory Meetings’ to make the legislature a true representative body. The vote is expected to begin in the morning with results announced by noon, while pro-KMT groups have organized activities to mobilize support. Additionally, KMT has scheduled explanatory meetings across different locations in Taiwan from June 22 to June 23.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
苗栗鯉魚潭水庫在相隔250天後，蓄水量再度超出滿水位，出現溢流現象，讓鋸齒堰再現滿庫溢流的壯觀景象。這座供應苗栗縣台中市用水的水庫，全台唯一鋸齒堰溢洪道，遊客紛紛前往欣賞這一景象。今年的蓄水率在春雨助攻下持續上升，管理中心指出，除了百年大旱，每年鯉魚潭水庫都會滿庫溢流。而中央氣象署也發出大雨特報，提醒可能出現強降雨現象。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
In retaliation to the EU imposing tariffs on Chinese-made electric cars, China's Ministry of Commerce has announced an anti-dumping investigation into imported pork and related products from the EU. While the EU officials are not worried, pork farmers from major exporting countries like Spain, the Netherlands, and Denmark to China fear that trade retaliation could severely impact their livelihoods. With China being the largest consumer of pork globally and a significant market for EU pork exports, the potential imposition of higher tariffs by China could disrupt the livelihoods of pork farmers. However, European Union officials remain confident in their subsidies complying with WTO regulations, but China's retaliatory action could have consequences.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
At Far Eastern Department Store's (2903) shareholders' meeting chaired by Far East Group's Chairman Xu Xudong, a cash dividend of 1.6 yuan per share was approved to maintain a high cash dividend yield. Xu expressed confidence in the retail industry despite changing consumer habits, stating the importance of expanding physical stores. When asked about the minimum wage issue, he emphasized the importance of high wages but stressed that individuals must also be productive. The company reported strong performance in the past year and highlighted plans for further expansion and digital transformation in the future.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
In the talk show hosted by Tang Qiyang on June 18, 2024, guest He Ruyun discussed her recent book and shared her emotions and the long process of divorce, along with her current feelings and hopes for the future. She also revealed her perspective on relationships. The episode concluded with a brief psychological test to predict the type of person one might encounter in the future. Join Taiwan's top internet celebrity, Tang Qiyang, on Yahoo TV every Monday to Wednesday at 22:30 for 'Tang Qiyang's Star Chamber.'
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Reported 8 months ago
After a month in office, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) caucus and the cabinet are still adjusting, particularly the finance team, dubbed the 'Alien Cabinet' by some within the party. DPP legislator Wang Shih-cheng grilled the Minister of Economic Affairs, warning him not to act as a 'lone gunman' on nuclear energy issues. There are internal concerns within the DPP about the cabinet members, especially those in the finance sector, with reports suggesting tensions. Despite efforts to downplay the issue, communication challenges persist between lawmakers and officials.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
According to the Central Weather Bureau, Taiwan is set to experience hot and humid weather with chances of afternoon thunderstorms over the next week due to a nearby Mei-Yu front. From today until Thursday, heavy thunderstorms are forecasted in the afternoons with intense rainfall, especially in certain areas of the island. However, the influence of a Pacific high-pressure system is expected to diminish the thunderstorm activity from Friday to Sunday, although temperatures will rise significantly. Certain regions, such as Taitung, may experience temperatures as high as 36 degrees Celsius. The article also mentions a large convective system over the Taiwan Strait, but experts believe its impact on the weather will be minimal.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Russian President Putin announced the dismissal of four Deputy Ministers of Defense and appointed his close relatives before his visit to North Korea for a 'friendly country visit' on June 18-19. The personnel changes are part of Putin's military shake-up to strengthen Russia's forces on the Ukraine front, with the notable appointment of his late cousin's daughter Anna Tsivileva among others.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Shortly after Huang Jen-Hsun expressed concerns about Taiwan's electricity shortage, a power outage incident occurred in Neihu Science Park on June 18 at around 11 a.m. Taipower has confirmed that due to a line trip, areas in Taipei's Neihu district experienced a blackout affecting 655 households. Repair work was carried out, and power was fully restored by 12:26 p.m. It's noteworthy that NVIDIA's Taiwan branch is located in Neihu Science Park, and Huang Jen-Hsun had previously mentioned the need for sufficient power supply for their AI supercomputers, highlighting the challenge Taiwan faces in terms of power supply just before the power outage crisis emerged.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
The Taiwan 7th Ga Seafood Festival, organized by the Tainan City Government Tourism Bureau and the 7th Ga District Office, will take place from July 6 to August 24, featuring activities like the 'Tourist Chihzui Garden Clam Digging Experience,' group tours, a seafood feast, and a community agricultural and fishery product exhibition. This year, the popular clam digging experience will introduce an admission fee of 50 NTD per person, aiming to enhance participation and reduce resource wastage. The festival will also offer discounted activities and special dinners, encouraging visitors to explore the area's seafood delicacies and cultural offerings.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
FTNN新聞網2024年6月18日上午12:25的報導指出，國民黨立委在台灣提出修正黨產條例的法案，以解開救國團的困境。然而，上週在院會表決時，民眾黨立委集體缺席，導致國民黨團以優勢人數通過表決。雖然此舉成功通過，但也引起基層的反彈。民眾黨立委黃珊珊表示，該黨立場明確反對法律的溯及既往，而該法案將進入委員會進行討論。對於即將進行的國會改革法案表決，黃珊珊未透露投票立場，而立委張啟楷則希望部分民進黨立委能否決該法案，展現正確決定。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
On the afternoon of June 17, a sudden strong gust of wind in Hsinchu City reached six to seven levels, causing a traffic signal at the intersection of Gongdao 5th Road and Zhongxiao Road to collapse. The incident occurred outside a large supermarket, alarming passersby. Fortunately, no one was injured. The transportation department promptly dispatched a vendor to address the issue and will conduct a comprehensive inspection of all power poles in the city. The incident was attributed to the old age of the power pole and the strong winds.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
K-pop group RIIZE, who recently performed in Taiwan, encountered chaos at the airport upon their return to Korea as a large number of fans followed them, leading to a scene where the airport lobby door was pushed down and fans were trapped underneath. Despite the scare, no injuries were reported. RIIZE, known for their catchy tunes and energetic performances, has been gaining popularity since their debut, with fans eagerly awaiting their upcoming album. In a separate incident, another K-pop group ENHYPEN announced a unique album pre-order concept involving recycled fabric from their stage outfits, sparking curiosity and mixed reactions among fans.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
台北市內湖區內科突然發生停電，由於饋線跳脫造成655戶停電，台電迅速搶修後全數復電。此事引起輝達執行長黃仁勳擔憂，因為他計劃在台灣擴大投資，但AI超級電腦需要足夠電力。台電表示饋線故障疑似地下電纜接頭故障，已完成更換故障設備。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
According to CTWANT, the number of fraud cases in Taiwan is on the rise, with even public officials being implicated. Premier Su Tseng-chang expressed dissatisfaction during questioning by Legislator Liao Wei-hsiang, promising strict measures to monitor the private lives of ministry leaders and enforce discipline to prevent the national anti-fraud team from becoming a national fraud team. The statistics show an alarming increase in fraud cases and amounts of money swindled, prompting a call for more robust law enforcement to combat the issue.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Minister of National Defense Chiu Li-hsiung responded to the cancellation of the 'Red Army' scenario in the upcoming Han Kuang exercise. The exercise, scheduled for July 22-26, traditionally involves units like the Army Special Forces Command and the Navy Marine Corps acting as the attacking 'Red Army.' While speculations arose due to national security concerns, Minister Chiu emphasized that cancellation was for the sake of verifying realistic scenarios and not due to cross-strait political sensitivities. Additionally, in response to the U.S. AIT Director's suggestion for Taiwan to avoid provocative actions or statements towards China, Minister Chiu urged China not to be a troublemaker in the Taiwan Strait situation.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
During the policy report and questioning session in the Legislative Yuan on June 18, 2024, Premier Cho Jung-tai received a gift from DPP legislator Wang Shih-kan. Wang presented a 'Embracing All Rivers' banner symbolizing hopes for reconciliation between the government and opposition parties. Although there was a moment of awkwardness as Wang accidentally dropped the banner, both parties expressed their commitment to working towards reconciliation and cooperation in the future.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
The Starbucks at "New Feng, Keelung", selected as one of the most beautiful Starbucks, has changed ownership as of January this year, with property developer Shinyang Construction acquiring it for 110 million in cash without loans. The Starbucks lease has reportedly expired, and the developer is likely preparing for residential development in the future. The surrounding housing prices in Keelung have been rising, with recent transactions in the New Feng Street area reaching 210,000 to 260,000 NT dollars per ping. The property previously served as a hot spring resort before being transformed into the popular Starbucks store, which attracted investments and underwent ownership changes in recent years.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Taiwan Public Opinion Foundation released a recent survey showing that 48.2% support President Lai Ching-te's handling of national affairs. However, his approval rating plummeted by 9.8% in just one month, with nearly 2 million people withdrawing their support. The survey also revealed opinions on the Premier Su Tseng-chang's cabinet performance and indicated a higher level of support for Lai among older age groups. Comparisons were drawn to past presidents and their approval trends, emphasizing the significant drop in support for Lai early in his term, reflecting a similar pattern seen with previous leaders like Tsai Ing-wen. The survey was conducted by Taiwan Public Opinion Foundation and Shanshui Opinion Study Company, with a sample size of 1070 people and a margin of error of about 3%.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
In Linkou, New Taipei City, the construction site managed by Chuherng Construction saw fatalities due to falling workers for two consecutive years. Upon recent inspections by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the New Taipei City Government, issues like missing guardrails, faulty circuit breakers in electrical boxes, and open floor pipe openings were found. A fine of 150,000 was imposed, and work on various facilities and areas like construction scaffolding, electrical boxes, and floor openings was halted for improvements. The company involved, Chuherng Construction Co., owned by BaoJia Organization, had been lacking in safety management, leading to fatal accidents. Recent comprehensive inspections revealed ongoing deficiencies. Due to the rapid development of large-scale and high-rise construction projects in Taiwan, there's an increase in the risk of falling incidents, prompting the Ministry of Labor to designate 2024 as the 'Year of Combating Construction Industry Falls,' with strict measures in place for inspection, penalties, and work stoppages in case of major violations or accidents.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, around 20-30 North Korean soldiers crossed the Military Demarcation Line (MDL) prompting South Korea to issue warning shots and broadcasts, urging them to return. This incident occurred in the central front-line buffer zone during operations, with some soldiers armed, leading to tensions along the border. The situation reflects a pattern of North Korean provocations like laying mines and fortifying defenses along the DMZ, escalating tensions in the region.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
On June 18th, a magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck the eastern sea area of Taiwan at 11:46 AM, with the epicenter located 22.2 kilometers northeast of Hualien County Government, near the coast of Hualien County. The quake had a depth of 10 kilometers and the maximum intensity in Hualien was 4, while Yilan and Nantou experienced a maximum intensity of 3, and Taichung, Hsinchu, and Yunlin had a level of 2. The news was reported by CTWANT on June 18, 2024, at 12:20 AM.
Source: YAHOO