Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan's representative to the United States, Yu Gao-Zhang, was recently accused of falsely reporting expenses, misusing public funds, and sparking concern among government officials. The Presidential Office and the Executive Yuan are looking into the matter, while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that purchases for the official residence exceeded eight million New Taiwan dollars within half a year, including expensive items reported under the name of former representative Xiao Mei-Qin. The Ministry emphasized the necessity of the purchases due to aging or damaged furniture, as well as the need to host official guests. Various lawmakers have called for transparency and investigation into these allegations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Amid allegations against Taiwan's representative in the US, Yu Da-wei, causing a diplomatic scandal, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung assured that there are procurement regulations in place and requested Yu to write a report. The scandal involves misuse of public funds and resources, putting Minister Lin in a difficult position. The situation not only requires careful handling to avoid public backlash but also poses challenges to Taiwan-US relations, President Tsai Ing-wen's decision-making credibility, and the appointment of a new representative if Yu is removed from the position.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Reported by Zhang Wenxin/Washington, in an immediate update on June 25, 2024, at 6:25 PM, the Taiwanese Representative to the United States, YU Da-Han, was reported by a magazine to be involved in misappropriating public funds. Foreign diplomats familiar with the situation stated that this case was initiated by a junior staff member's complaint to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with YU Da-Han responding to the allegations and claiming there were business needs for the procurement. Furthermore, a senior diplomat defended YU Da-Han, suggesting that if procurement regulations were followed, there would be no issue. The article also highlighted controversies surrounding YU's spending habits and his wife's behavior towards staff members. The Taiwanese Representative Office in the U.S. did not respond to media reports, leaving the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to address the allegations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The COVID-19 epidemic continues to worsen, with many hospitals experiencing overcrowded emergency rooms and inpatient wards. Measures are being strengthened at medical centers to control the spread. Locally, COVID-19 cases have increased for five consecutive weeks, with a sharp rise in severe cases last week. Additionally, after a gap of seven years, 'summer influenza' has reemerged with 10 new deaths last week, entering a resurgence period. The CDC anticipates that in mid-July, both COVID-19 and influenza epidemics will reach double peaks. COVID-19 cases have escalated rapidly, and the CDC's previous estimate for the peak in September has been advanced to July. The situation is dire, with a significant increase in severe cases and deaths reported. With respiratory diseases rampant, hospitals are overwhelmed, and preventive measures are being reinforced to manage the surge in patients. The peak for both epidemics is likely to occur in July, amid the ongoing healthcare crisis.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A 69-year-old veteran actor known as 'Long Tianxiang' was involved in a dispute with a taxi driver after drinking and refused to pay the 420 NT fare in New Taipei City. The actor insulted the driver and even physically pushed him, leading to police intervention and restraint. Long, who gained fame in the 90s for his roles in various dramas, was brought back to the police station and later escorted home by his agent due to intoxication. The incident serves as a reminder to avoid drunk driving and excessive alcohol consumption.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Investors and asset managers, speaking at the Bloomberg Invest summit, express positivity towards artificial intelligence (AI) technology despite recent concerns about a bubble in AI-related stocks like Nvidia. While Coatue Management's founder remains bullish on AI and sees increased investment chatter as positive, geopolitical instability, such as in China, could impact AI chip production. Hedge fund executives and investors emphasize the potential of AI to enhance productivity and provide investment opportunities, advocating against ignoring the AI revolution in the investing world.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A man surnamed Sun from Kaohsiung pretends to be a doctor and anesthesiologist on the dating app Tinder to deceive women of both money and love, with at least 5 victims to date. He has tricked a nurse out of 110,000 NTD within 3 weeks, a married woman of over 400,000 NTD, and even forced her into 18 sexual acts. Sun, who actually had an income of only 50,000 NTD in 2019, continues to deceive and prey on unsuspecting victims online, facing multiple legal charges but evading jail time through fines.
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Reported about 1 year ago
PetroChina International America（中石油國際美洲公司）同意就美國出口法違規支付總計1450萬美元的罰款和追繳款項。透露指出，當局發現公司在一個電子數據庫中報告了不準確信息，該數據庫是出口商用來宣稱從美國出口的國際貨物的。中石油國際美洲公司“將超過3200萬美元的超低硫柴油錯誤地歸類為某些出口交易中的礦物油混合物，這些交易發生在2019年和2020年”。公司已完全配合調查並加強了其合規計劃。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Central Weather Bureau in Taiwan held a typhoon outlook press conference, predicting that there is a higher probability of 2 to 4 typhoons approaching Taiwan in the latter half of the year, below the historical average. Due to the weaker La Niña effect, this summer is expected to be hotter with fewer typhoons and less rainfall. The bureau warns that with both rainfall and typhoon numbers below normal, water conservation is crucial for Taiwan. Additionally, new early warning information will be provided starting July 1 to aid in preparation for upcoming typhoons.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Control Yuan is facing criticism for applying for a constitutional interpretation and temporary disposal of the Parliament reform bill without an assembly vote, unlike its previous process regarding the pension reform bill in 2018. There are concerns over the lack of a formal vote and the proper procedures in this case. The Secretary-General of the Control Yuan, Li Junyi, mentioned that a discussion on this matter took place during a full-house meeting in early June, where the decision to proceed towards an interpretation was made. Legal experts point out that currently, besides the Executive Yuan, the other three branches cannot request a constitutional ruling, as strict conditions regarding the exercise of authority are necessary. Li Junyi, once a legislator, has been criticized for his change in stance on parliamentary investigation and hearing rights over the years.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, the Oversight Yuan filed a request for a constitutional interpretation, claiming that the Parliament's reform bill significantly interfered with its investigative power, violating the principle of separation of powers outlined in the constitution. Several scholars noted that the Parliament's investigative power is a supplementary function of its duties and not in conflict with the Oversight Yuan's responsibilities, as other branches like the Executive Yuan and Judicial Yuan also have investigative powers. The request for constitutional interpretation by the Oversight Yuan has been questioned for its legitimacy, as it must involve a dispute during the exercise of its own duties, and the functions of the Parliament and the Oversight Yuan differ significantly.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Despite stressing the importance of separation of powers, Control Yuan made a serious plea for constitutional review to defend its oversight authority, claiming it was infringed upon by the Legislative Yuan. This move exposes contradiction in values and numerous legal loopholes, as traditionally, investigative power should belong to the parliament. With the Control Yuan no longer being part of the parliament post constitutional amendments, the focus on enhancing the Legislative Yuan's investigative powers through parliamentary reform seems logical. The Control Yuan's ineffectiveness in addressing public concerns and its lack of teeth have led to loss of credibility, making its recent pursuit of a constitutional review, joining the constitutional review team, seem more like a misguided political maneuver rather than a genuine effort towards upholding the constitution.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Parliamentary Reform Act took effect today, prompting four constitutional institutions including the Presidential Office to request constitutional interpretation and temporary disposition. Following President Lai Ching-te's request for constitutional interpretation two days ago, the Control Yuan announced yesterday that it will request constitutional interpretation and temporary disposition from the Constitutional Court based on the constitution, past interpretations by the Grand Justices, and international human rights conventions. The Democratic Progressive Party caucus in the Legislative Yuan is expected to submit a constitutional interpretation request today, with the Executive Yuan likely to follow suit. The Control Yuan's actions have sparked criticisms from the Kuomintang party over its handling of various controversies. The article also discusses the contrasting views between the Legislative Yuan and the Control Yuan regarding their respective powers and responsibilities in the context of the current constitutional framework.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Chairman of the People First Party, Ko Wen-je, accused President Tsai Ing-wen of betrayal and violating the constitution by requesting for a constitutional interpretation and temporary dismissal of parliament's powers. In response, the Presidential Office spokesperson, Kuo Ya-hui, stated that Ko Wen-je and the People First Party's deliberate confusion between the national address and questioning sessions is regrettable and misleading. Tsai's office emphasized the legality and constitutionality of going to the parliament for a national address and criticized Ko Wen-je for insulting Taiwanese democracy by comparing the President's actions to Nazi practices.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Kuomintang (KMT) Legislative Yuan Secretary-General Hong Meng-kai announced that the party will form a task force to investigate cases involving Super Squirrel Eggs, digital ID cards, optoelectronic fraud, and Taiwan Power Company's losses in the shortest time possible. With the National Congress Reform Act now in effect, the KMT has prepared to exercise its parliamentary investigative powers, planning to convene party leaders and judicial committee members to discuss operation modes, task division, and organizational structure before establishing investigative committees for the mentioned cases.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to a report from Taipei by journalist Wang Hongshun, on June 25, 2024, 6:20 PM, including seven Grand Justices led by Judicial Yuan President Hsu Zong-li, the National Assembly Reform Bill Constitutional Interpretation and temporary disposition case requested by DPP lawmakers must be dealt with before the end of October. The article details examples of previous temporary disposition cases, where decisions were made in as short as five days or as long as seventy-one days. The current case involving a temporary disposition requested by the President's Office, Control Yuan, DPP caucus in the Legislative Yuan, and the Executive Yuan raises curiosity about the timeline of the Constitutional Court's decision, as it involves the implementation of the new amended National Assembly Reform Act. The article highlights the process and requirements for the court to decide on a temporary disposition.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Hedge fund Greenlight Capital Inc. escalated its legal battle with former employee James Fishback, accusing him of making false claims of being head of macro trading and responsible for significant profits. The lawsuit alleges Fishback of defamation, violating employment agreements, and engaging in unfair competition. Greenlight disputes Fishback's claims, stating he was a research analyst without authority over the firm’s macro portfolio.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As night falls and the fragrance floats in the air, Guangxing Garden Park, after the firefly season, welcomes the annual blooming season of the Chessboard Balsam. The white and peach-colored flowers near the ecological pond have been blooming since mid-June, attracting many visitors to admire them. It is recommended to visit after 7 PM for the best view, as the flowers bloom gradually from evening to midnight and wither by the next day. Each flower only blooms once, creating a stunning display resembling summer fireworks. Don't miss the opportunity to witness this natural beauty at Guangxing Garden Park!
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Reported about 1 year ago
Following a drop in egg prices, Taiwan's egg merchant association announced a 2 yuan decrease in wholesale egg prices, reaching a new low of 25.5 yuan per Taiwanese catty. Convenience store chains like FamilyMart, OK mart, and 7-ELEVEN quickly responded with price reductions for tea eggs, sparking discussions online. This price drop is a result of oversupply and low demand in the egg market, with retailers like Lyle Fu offering individual tea eggs for as low as 9 yuan during the promotional period.
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Reported about 1 year ago
通用汽車決定擱置爭議性銀行特許證的努力。底特律汽車製造商發誓重新申請，觀察認為在聯邦存款保險公司的領導變更後，它可能會更容易獲得批准。GM的金融部門自2020年12月以來一直在試圖獲得工業貸款公司特許證。它宣布周一撤回了其保險存款申請。此舉來得比猶他州金融機構部在不到兩週前批准GM金融部成立工業貸款公司的申請，以及聯邦存款保險公司批准了另一家名為Thrivent Financial for Lutherans的申請以在鹽湖城成立新特許工業銀行的幾天後。GM金融的申請撤回不太可能終結其多年努力建立ILC的過程。GM Financial總裁兼首席執行官Dan Berce表示，公司計劃重新向聯邦存款保險公司和猶他州監管機構提交申請，後者比任何其他州都擁有更多的工業銀行。通用汽車拒絕就其決定進一步置評。一些行業觀察人士認為，這家汽車巨頭可能會等到今年的總統大選後再決定如何繼續前進。
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to a report from Citigroup and Bank of America, they both expect the price of gold to reach $3,000 per ounce next year, with about 30% of financial advisors planning to increase their holdings in gold by the end of the year. Factors such as strong physical gold demand, continuous central bank buying, and macroeconomic conditions are cited as reasons for the bullish outlook on gold prices. The report suggests that although there may be corrections in the upward trend, the average price in the second half of this year and next year will continue to rise, with Citigroup estimating a test of new highs in the second half of this year and a potential rise to $3,000 next year.
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Reported about 1 year ago
小S接演《結伴》MV女主角，在與日籍男星福地祐介的激戰親密戲中，未向老公報備。25日晚上舉辦特映場，片場探班的尤秋興、顏志琳更是看了臉紅心跳，對小S的演技讚不絕口。小S更表示演角色不只情慾，能挑戰各種類型。動力火車在TITAN巨幕廳播映MV特映，成為首組將音樂MV搬至影廳播放的歌手，而〈催眠〉也是首支在全台各地威秀影城播放廣告的MV，讓他們感到非常榮幸。
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Uray District, Taichung City, on the evening of June 25th, around 10 pm, screams for help from a male were heard on the street but no one was visible. Nearby residents reported the incident, and police and firefighters on arrival traced the sound to a roadside drain, where a man was stuck below. They promptly excavated to rescue the individual, who has been taken to the hospital. Further details are pending investigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The FDA has cautioned Bimbo Bakeries USA, the maker of Sara Lee and Entenmann's, to stop labeling their products as containing allergens when they do not. Inspections revealed that ingredients such as sesame or tree nuts were being listed on labels even when not present in the foods, which violates FDA regulations. The company has until July 8 to address the issue, as accurate product labeling is crucial for consumers with food allergies.
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Reported about 1 year ago
美聯社FDA警告Sara Lee和Entenmann's製造商不得宣稱食品含有過敏原聯合新聞網JONEL ALECCIA更新於2024年6月25日晚上10:49·閱讀2分鐘美國聯邦食品藥品監督管理局在2024年6月25日星期二表示，他們已經警告一家頂級美國面包店停止使用標籤宣稱其產品含有潛在危險的過敏原，實際上卻不存在。FDA檢查人員發現，Bimbo Bakeries USA - 其中包括Sara Lee、Oroweat、Thomas'、Entenmann's和Ball Park麵包和麵團等品牌 - 在標籤上列出了芝麻或樹果等成分，即使這些成分並不在食品中。根據FDA規定，這類產品被視為“標籤不實”，FDA官員在本月初發送給公司位於賓夕法尼亞州霍瑟姆總部的警告信中說：“食品標籤必須真實，不得誤導。”
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