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Breaking News: Male Body Found Floating at Pier 97 in Taichung Harbor, Suspected to be Delivery Driver Who Went Missing After Swimming 5 Days Ago

Reported about 1 year ago

On June 30, 2024, at around 3:00 PM, a male body was discovered floating at Pier 97 in Taichung Harbor, believed to be a delivery driver who went missing after swimming due to the hot weather on the 26th of this month. The man, a resident of Qing Shui, is presumed dead for some time. Police are investigating further details while contacting his family for identification.

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Citizen Campaign to Remove Mayor Xie Second Phase Successfully Completed! Mayor Hou Supports: Xie Guoliang is a Good Mayor Who Works Hard and Diligently

Reported about 1 year ago

On June 30, 2024, the second phase of the citizen group 'Mountain and Sea Citizen Demolition Campaign' to remove Keelung Mayor Xie Guoliang reached 36,000 signatures, exceeding 116% of the threshold. New Taipei City Mayor, also from the Kuomintang Party, Hou You-yi voiced support for Xie Guoliang, praising him as a hardworking and dedicated mayor. The group criticized Xie for not addressing citizens' needs, wasting public funds, and treating Keelung as his own playground. They plan to proceed to the third phase, while Mayor Hou emphasized the importance of focusing on economic development.

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Landlords Prohibited from Overcharging Electricity Fees Starting Mid-July

Reported about 1 year ago

Starting mid-July, a new regulation approved by the Executive Yuan's Consumer Protection Commission will officially come into effect, stating that landlords can only charge tenants the exact amount reflected on their electricity bills, preventing them from overcharging. This initiative, proposed by DPP legislator Hong Shenhan, is aimed at addressing the common issue of landlords overcharging electricity fees to tenants, which has caused disputes and lack of transparency in the past. The regulation ensures that landlords can no longer profit by inflating electricity fees, marking a step towards rectifying unfair practices in the rental market.

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Ko Wen-je Calls for More Stringent Recall Petition Procedures, Wu Si-yao: A Disguised Way to Deprive the Right to Recall

Reported about 1 year ago

In response to the Kuomintang Legislative Yuan caucus planning to raise the recall threshold next week, the Taiwan People's Party chairman, Ko Wen-je, stated on June 30 that he does not support changing the recall threshold but believes the petition process should be more stringent. Wu Si-yao, the DPP Legislative Yuan caucus chief secretary, criticized Ko's remarks as a way to make it more difficult for people to initiate recalls, essentially depriving them of the right to recall. The legislative review of the recall law will be crucial, with the People's Party's stance being the key factor.

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Bioscience Industry 'Three Visits' Trade Secret Leakage Case: Beauty Guru and Former Chairman of Three Visits, Yang Zhihui, Countersues

Reported about 1 year ago

The issue of whether the trade secrets of the biotech company 'Three Visits' leaked to 'Super Genes Biotech' remains unresolved after over a year of disputes and conspiracy theories. Recently, Yang Zhihui, a beauty guru in the biotech industry currently working at Super Genes, filed a lawsuit against her former employer Three Visits and its vice chairman Chen Zongji, accusing them of false accusations. The case involves violations of the Trade Secrets Act, with investigations ongoing as the truth is yet to be revealed after more than a year. Yang Zhihui discovered that the key evidence Three Visits used against her was a report on the healing of diabetic wounds, which she argued had no relation to their trade secrets. To defend her innocence, she decided to counterattack with a lawsuit against Three Visits for false accusations.

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Survey Ranks 'Love Fraud' as Number 2, Xu Qiaoxin Reveals Potential Reason in 4 Words

Reported about 1 year ago

In light of the recent surge in fraud cases in Taiwan, a survey conducted by media outlet 'Ling Media' on future political leaders revealed that Kuomintang legislator Xu Qiaoxin ranked second in a question related to 'loving fraud.' Xu humorously responded to this ranking in four words, attributing the potential reason to allegations involving her relatives in fraud and money laundering schemes. She expressed her dismay at the survey results, emphasizing that her personal standing is not significantly impacted, but rather it is her family members who are dragging her down.

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Kaohsiung Jiahe Station Trial Operation Begins, Lai Ching-te and Chen Chi-mai in the Same Frame for Recognition

Reported about 1 year ago

Kaohsiung MRT RK1 Jiahe Station started trial operation today with President Lai Ching-te attending the launch ceremony and giving recognition to Chen Chi-mai. The red line of Kaohsiung MRT from Jiahe Gao-Yi Station (R24) to Jiahe Station (RK1) extends north to connect with the Taiwan Railway Jiahe Station for transfer, aiming to achieve balanced urban and rural development. During the trial operation period from today to August 31, free rides are provided on the R24 to RK1 section, bringing greater transportation convenience and safety to elderly people requiring medical treatment, students commuting, working commuters, and out-of-town travelers.

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汪小菲點名Mandy許願早生貴子 李進良帶田欣尬恩愛

Reported about 1 year ago

壹蘋新聞網報導汪小菲過43歲生日,與新婚妻子馬筱梅(Mandy)及媒人李進良等好友在餐廳慶祝,其中傳出李進良和「萬年緋聞女」田欣之間的恩愛互動。汪小菲點名Mandy許願早生貴子,朋友們紛紛祝福,隨後夫妻轉往台北繼續慶生,與李進良及田欣再度聚首。

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Self-Service Buffet Charges 120 Yuan for '3 Dishes,' Netizen: Need Strength in Wallet to Include Fish

Reported about 1 year ago

As modern people are busy with work, eating out has become a common choice for many. A netizen shared on social media their experience of being charged 120 yuan for three dishes at a self-service buffet. The incident sparked discussions among netizens, with some finding the price unreasonable due to inflation, while others defended the restaurant's pricing based on rising costs of food ingredients, particularly fish. Some humorously advised to skip including expensive items if one's wallet can't handle it, emphasizing the need for financial strength to include fish in the meal.

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Taiwan Post's First Annual Loss Leads to Reduced Bonuses for 26,000 Employees

Reported about 1 year ago

Taiwan Post suffered a significant loss of 16.5 billion NTD, resulting in 26,000 employees receiving 0.9 months less of bonus due to being rated lower in their performance evaluation compared to profitable state-owned companies like CPC Corporation and Taiwan Power Company. Dissatisfied employees have expressed intentions to protest if their appeals are unsuccessful, potentially boycotting overtime work and taking to the streets in August.

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Tainan City 3.9 Magnitude Afternoon Earthquake; High-Speed Rail Delayed by 3 Trains, Now Resumed

Reported about 1 year ago

A 3.9 magnitude earthquake struck Tainan City at 2:18 p.m., with its epicenter located 35.1 kilometers northeast of the Tainan City Government (in Liuying District), causing slight delays for 3 Taiwan High-Speed Rail trains passing through intermediate stations. The situation has now returned to normal. The earthquake emergency response was activated, and after thorough inspections, train services resumed at regular speeds by 3:01 p.m. The highest seismic intensity was at Level 2 in Shanhua, Tainan City, and Chiayi County. Residents were reminded of earthquake safety guidelines.

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朱立倫盧秀燕將角逐國民黨主席?

Reported about 1 year ago

國民黨主席朱立倫在台中場國會改革說明會上表示,台中市長盧秀燕是國民黨一位重要的幹部和領導者,呼籲大家共同努力。雖有傳聞指盧秀燕可能參選黨主席,但朱立倫並未正面回應。盧秀燕因為參加其他活動未能出席說明會。朱立倫則強調國民黨需要團結一致,共同為2024年的大選努力。

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Vanguard's Top ETF Is Up 24% This Year. Here's Another ETF Up Twice As Much.

Reported about 1 year ago

Vanguard's top ETF has gained 24% this year, but another ETF, the VanEck Semiconductor ETF, has surged 48% year to date. This VanEck ETF, managed by global investment manager VanEck, aims to track the MVIS U.S. Listed Semiconductor 25 Index and has delivered exceptional returns with an average annual return of 38.6% over the last five years. The stellar performance is attributed to the booming demand for semiconductor stocks, particularly benefiting companies like Nvidia, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Broadcom.

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Investing $10,000 in Nvidia Stock at IPO

Reported about 1 year ago

This article discusses the potential returns of investing $10,000 in Nvidia stock at its IPO in 1999. It explores the growth of the company's stock over the years, highlighting the ups and downs in its performance and the significant returns that early investors could have gained by holding onto their shares until 2024, with the stock potentially reaching over $30 million in value. The article also provides insights on whether investing in Nvidia now could offer a similar growth trajectory and discusses other stock options for potential investments.

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Insights: Cross-strait cooperation encourages Hong Kong and Macau students to stay in Taiwan for employment, revamping the scoring system for training camps

Reported about 1 year ago

In an exclusive report on June 30, 2024, at 4:49 am, it was revealed that the Career Development Association is promoting job opportunities in Taiwan for Hong Kong and Macau students and has concluded a training camp in cooperation with the Mainland Affairs Council on the 27th. The Council's Hong Kong, Macau, and Mongolia Division Chief, Li Jinmei, mentioned that the Ministry of Labor recently revised the standards for working in Taiwan and the scoring criteria for foreign graduates staying in Taiwan, providing more job options for Hong Kong and Macau graduates. The revised criteria aim to make it easier for students to find employment in Taiwan after graduation using the scoring system.

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公車勾到電線摔車!騎士頸部畫血痕

Reported about 1 year ago

一輛新店公車在行駛時勾到電線,導致旁邊的騎士和後座乘客摔車受傷,其中騎士的頸部被電線畫出一條驚悚的血痕。事故原因尚待釐清,兩名受傷者已送醫治療並無生命危險。

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Maison Kitsuné launches into sneaker market with limited edition Sora Runners and Chiru Trainers, a must-have for sneaker enthusiasts!

Reported about 1 year ago

Maison Kitsuné, known for its fashion, has ventured into the sneaker realm with the release of two new sports shoes: Sora Runners and Chiru Trainers, bringing a fresh lifestyle chapter to the trendy fox brand. Sora Runners feature a lightweight design inspired by the sky, adorned with fox motifs and Maison Kitsuné branding, while Chiru Trainers boast a retro aesthetic with distinct color blocking, fox logos, and hand-drawn brand details. Available in limited quantities at Maison Kitsuné stores and online, these sneakers are a hot pick for footwear enthusiasts.

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AI Winner: Palantir's Future by 2024

Reported about 1 year ago

The article discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) companies are dominating the market in 2024, with Palantir Technologies (NYSE: PLTR) being one of them. Palantir's shares have increased by 40% year to date, driven by accelerating revenue growth and profitability as it provides intelligent software and analytics tools to defense and commercial customers. Despite the positive outlook, the stock appears expensive, with high revenue growth and profit margin expectations priced in, making it a cautious investment for mid-2024.

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CPBL: Wu Nianting won't start on July 1st! Defensive inclination towards second and third base meets Hong Yizhong super joyfully

Reported about 1 year ago

SBL news reported on June 30, 2024, at 4:45 am by reporter Zhang Peijia from Kaohsiung. After joining the Taiwan Steel Golden Eagles, Wu Nianting greeted head coach Hong Yizhong at the Chengcing Lake Baseball Stadium. Wu was picked by the team on the 28th and signed the next day. Although the team initially planned for him to debut on July 1st, head coach Hong stated Wu won't start but might come in as a substitute. They met joyfully as player and coach with positions yet to be confirmed, and the team's swift progress raised attention. Wu had not played since May, and adjustments are expected before his debut.

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Shocking! Couple Parks Illegally, Quarrels with Guard, Resulting in Fatal Stabbing

Reported about 1 year ago

A bloody incident occurred in China on June 28, resulting in the death of a couple. A security guard named Chen allegedly had a serious conflict with a couple, surnamed Li, due to their illegal parking in the neighborhood. The couple continuously attacked the guard, even breaking windows with stones in an unruly manner. The guard, unable to contain his anger, eventually resorted to wielding a knife and brutally attacked the couple, leading to a shocking and fatal outcome. The incident has sparked a public outcry as the details of the case and the motivations behind the gruesome murder are still under investigation.

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想省電費!他想用工業風扇代替冷氣

Reported about 1 year ago

一名網友感嘆近日開冷氣電費上升,想買工業風扇取代。然而,其他網友跳出阻止指出,使用風扇可能會嘈音及影響睡眠品質。建議他考慮更省電的變頻冷氣、擺放冰塊前的風扇等方法。

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One Week into Relationship, Boyfriend Promises House! Chinese Woman in Debt of Nearly 4 Million Unable to be Found: Disappeared

Reported about 1 year ago

A Chinese woman named Cao revealed that after being in a relationship with her boyfriend for just a week, he promised to give her a house worth around 4.1 million TWD. However, he disappeared after she took out a loan under her name for the down payment and subsequent installments, leaving her unable to pay the monthly installments of 16,000 TWD. It was later discovered that even the down payment was not from the boyfriend but from a salesperson representing the real estate company. The woman is now struggling to make ends meet and hopes to negotiate with the developer for a solution.

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Veteran Celebrity Cautioned About Criticizing Judges, Claims Gold Melody Awards' Performances are Awkward

Reported about 1 year ago

The 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony took place with controversy surrounding various incidents, including host Lulu's performance of a children's song 'Mushroom Soup,' microphone issues for Hotdog, and Banai mentioning the Tiananmen Square incident in his speech. This led to criticism from netizens as the worst ceremony ever. Veteran artist Cao Xiping advised people to not take the awards ceremony too seriously, mentioning that it's best to just enjoy the show. He remarked that the judges hold immense power and nobody dares to offend them, and criticized the performances at the awards as forced and awkward.

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Huang Fei Wins Golden Melody Award for the Third Time, Recalls Tears for Deceased Parents, Reveals Four Miscarriages and Fear of Having More Children

Reported about 1 year ago

Taiwanese singer Huang Fei, who has been nominated for the Best Taiwanese Female Singer at the Golden Melody Awards for four consecutive years, won the title for the third time with her album 'Eighteen Martial Arts.' During the celebration event, she emotionally mentioned her parents, her dedication to her music career, praised her sister's talent, and shared memories of her hardworking and frugal parents. Huang Fei also disclosed her four miscarriages, expressing her heartache and decision to not have more children due to both emotional and age-related reasons.

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National Treasure Master Yen Zhenfa Documentary Released: Lifetime of Hand-Painted Movie Billboards, 'Keep Drawing Until You Can't See!'

Reported about 1 year ago

In an era where most billboards are designed and made by computers, Yen Zhenfa, a national treasure-level master in Tainan, continues to insist on hand-painting movie billboards. A documentary showcasing his decades of work and life experiences has recently premiered at Zhuang Mei Theater in Tainan. Yen Zhenfa, a renowned hand-painted movie billboard artist in Taiwan, began learning at 18 and now has over 50 years of experience. Despite digital advancements, he persists in hand-painting, often attracting many visitors to watch him paint outside theaters. His works extend beyond movie billboards, including collaborations with brands like GUCCI and designing album covers for Coldplay. The documentary, directed by a Japanese filmmaker, not only celebrates his artistic career but also portrays a touching life story of his relentless pursuit and love for hand-painted movie billboards in a digital age, offering audiences a special glimpse into the master's story and unique artistry.

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