Reported about 1 year ago
To promote tourism in Busan, South Korea, the Busan City Government organized a 'Weekend Chill Busan' event in Taipei's Xinyi District on June 29 and 30. Attendees could taste MOMOS coffee from Busan, participate in interactive games for prizes, and receive exclusive gifts by following the official FB and IG accounts. The event featured photo spots, K-POP dance performances, and a chance to win prizes. Busan, known for its natural beauty, cultural sites, and local cuisine, has seen an increase in tourist attractions post-pandemic, attracting Taiwanese visitors with its new sights like the Sky Capsule Train and Visit Busan Pass.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Democratic Progressive Party provided civil group 'Shanhai Civilian Demolition Action' to promote the recall of Keelung City Mayor Hsieh Guo-liang. The action group announced the latest number of signatures today (6/29) as 36,000, surpassing the threshold of 37,920. Former Keelung City Mayor and Democratic Progressive Party Secretary-General Lin You-chang expressed regret in an interview, stating that every time the Kuomintang is in power, Keelung City's satisfaction with the government ranks last. The pride and glory built over the past 8 years have been destroyed in a short time, leaving Keelung people humiliated and mocked by relatives and friends. Lin emphasized that the entire 'demolition' action is a spontaneous manifestation of civilian power, pointing out the discrepancy between Hsieh Guo-liang's governance and public expectations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a video released on June 29, 2024, renowned astrologer Tang Qi Yang shared the overall horoscope predictions for the second half of 2024 for all 12 zodiac signs on her official YouTube channel. Aries will have positive developments in friendships, travel, and learning opportunities, with notable periods in July to August and November to December. Taurus can expect financial opportunities and assistance from influential people, especially from July to September. The article provides detailed insights into each zodiac sign's career, love, and personal growth aspects.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Multiple malfunctions at Jinhe Sports Park in Zhonghe District, caused by construction of an underground parking lot, led to water accumulation and bulging track surfaces, resulting in public falls during activities. Complaints have been made regarding the disruptions, with New Taipei City Councilor Zhang Weiqian advocating for the root causes to be identified and addressed, in order to provide a safe leisure space for the public. Despite the park's PU track meeting international standards and costing NT$15.6 million in 2018, difficulties arose as a result of the underground parking lot project nearly removing the track. Issues included poor drainage designs causing water accumulation and bulges in the track surface leading to potential injuries for users.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A 36-year-old man surnamed Su from Xizhi District, New Taipei City, was caught by police while riding a motorcycle to take a friend to a night market, where he threw methamphetamine down a drain. Su claimed they had just left a court in Keelung and couldn't have any illicit items on him, but police found suspicious items on him. He panicked and tried to get rid of the evidence by throwing it into a drain. However, the police retrieved the package and found methamphetamine inside, leading to Su's arrest for drug offenses. The police emphasized their efforts to combat crime and drug trafficking, highlighting the negative impact of drugs on society and health.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 28th, Tainan experienced strong winds up to level seven, causing a mini Ferris wheel at the well-known Wusheng Night Market to collapse and crash into a nearby truck. With the summer vacation season starting, repairs are necessary for the Ferris wheel. Nearby businesses, like a shop on Nanmen Road, were also affected as a truck accidentally damaged its own sign while reversing. The incident reflects the impact of the wind on local businesses and infrastructure in the area.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, the 'Mountain Sea Citizen Demolition Action' civil group announced that they have received 36,000 signatures for the recall of Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-Liang, surpassing the 37,922 threshold. In response, KMT Chairman Eric Chu hopes Keelung citizens will open their eyes and fully support Hsieh Kuo-Liang. The latest count is expected to reach 40,000 signatures by the July 8 deadline, with submissions planned for July 5. Chu emphasizes that Hsieh leads with love and peace, while DPP uses hate and conflict to oppose Keelung's best mayor, urging against further divisive tactics.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As the summer season progresses, extreme high temperatures have been increasingly evident across Taiwan, exceeding 38°C recently. Weather expert Lin Deen pointed out that the chances of an anti-El Nino formation are now over 80%, and it is highly likely to continue at least until early next year. This phenomenon is driven by three main factors: changes in atmospheric circulation, alterations in precipitation patterns, and tropical cyclone activities, all contributing to the rising temperatures during Taiwan's summer. The anti-El Nino signal is only growing stronger, making Taiwan's summers hotter.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network reported that a person from Hong Kong with a Chinese Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) status used a British passport to visit the National Defense Security Research Institute and met with Su Ziyun, intentionally misplacing the passport number. Legislator Chen Guanting condemned the incident and urged the Ministry of National Defense to investigate to prevent leaks of national defense secrets. The incident highlighted serious management flaws in the institute's security procedures and the need for stricter identity checks for visitors to sensitive military locations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the early hours of June 29, 2024, a strong 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck the southwestern coastal area of Peru. With a depth of only 19.3 kilometers, the earthquake was widely felt in the region and is expected to have caused mild to moderate damage. Residents are advised to prepare earthquake survival kits and heed safety precautions for future seismic events.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to a Chinese netizen, during a company celebration dinner, a colleague received a bonus of 10,000 RMB (approximately 44,700 NTD). The netizen saw this as an opportunity to ask the colleague to repay a long-overdue debt of 7,000 RMB (approximately 31,000 NTD) from three years ago. Despite returning the money, the colleague became angry and threatened to 'break off the friendship,' leaving the netizen bewildered. The altercation ended with the colleague reluctantly repaying the debt but declaring an end to their relationship, causing the netizen to feel conflicted about the outcome.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Zhanghua City Mayor Lin Shih-hsien presented a certificate of appreciation to Wu Cheng-jia (left) and Zhuang Rui-hao (right), aged only 15 and just graduated from junior high school, for enthusiastically serving as tour guides, taking an internet celebrity to visit 21 attractions in Zhanghua city and taste local snacks. The video attracted over a million views in less than 10 days, successfully promoting the city. The two students, known as 'Ah Jia' and 'Little Zhuang,' were praised for their guiding skills and appointed as lifelong 'tourism ambassadors' by Mayor Lin. Their video showcasing Zhanghua unexpectedly went viral, prompting the mayor to commend their efforts and emphasize the power of videos in local tourism marketing.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Philippine investigation bureau recently confirmed that Alice Guo, the mayor of a small city in the Philippines, had fingerprints matching those of a Chinese woman named Guo Huaping, leading to allegations of her being a Chinese spy and possibly connected to a scam syndicate. This has caused a huge stir in the Philippines, with a bizarre turn of events resembling a movie plot. Authorities raided a scam park where the female mayor owned nearly half of the land, located right behind her office. Guo, who claimed to be the daughter of a Chinese father and a Filipino maid, now faces charges related to identity theft, and if convicted, she must serve her sentence in the Philippines before being deported. Despite the accusations, Guo denies them and plans to seek re-election in the future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 28, singer ØZI had a concert in Taichung where a fan threw underwear on stage, with another fan nearby even claiming to have seen her take them off. The incident sparked discussions online, with many expressing shock and discomfort. Following the incident, ØZI posted on social media urging fans not to repeat such behavior. Netizens commented on the incident, calling it unsanitary and unpleasant.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A well-known Japanese store in Taiwan was found smuggling electronic heated tobacco products under the guise of proxy shopping. The store secretly imported unauthorized electronic cigarettes into the country and engaged in illegal sales. The authorities conducted searches in various locations and arrested 7 individuals, confiscating over NT$7 million in illegal proceeds and more than 10,000 imported heated tobacco products. The responsible person was released on NT$300,000 bail after being charged with violations related to smuggling and tobacco laws.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the first televised debate of the 2024 US Presidential Election, current President Biden's slightly offbeat performance overshadowed media attention, but former President Trump seemed to have a slight advantage. Chinese foreign affairs experts predict that regardless of the winner, Trump or Biden will continue to pressure and constrain China, with Trump accusing Biden of being influenced by China and warning of potential consequences if re-elected. Both leaders are expected to maintain pressure on China in various areas, including technology development. Chinese experts believe Beijing will be prepared to handle either a Trump or Biden presidency, as both candidates are likely to continue policies that challenge China.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The citizen group 'Shanhai Citizens Dismantling Action' has been advocating for the recall of Keelung Mayor Xie Guoliang. The second stage of petitioning started on May 11 and is expected to end at the end of June, with the latest count revealing over 36,000 signatures, surpassing the 37,920 threshold. The group plans to reach 40,000 signatures by July 5 when they submit the petition to the Keelung City Election Commission. With support from legislators and the impact of parliamentary reform, the petition has gained momentum, raising concerns about when it will cross the threshold.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As the COVID-19 pandemic worsens with overcrowded emergency rooms and shortages of medical supplies like saline water, KMT legislator Lo Chih-chiang questions the whereabouts of a president driving 'Healthy Taiwan.' Lo critiqued the government's handling of the crisis, highlighting the lack of medication, rapid test kits, IV fluids, and hospital beds, criticizing the focus on political power struggles rather than addressing the healthcare crisis. Lo particularly questions President Lai Ching-te's priorities, stating a lack of compassion for the people amidst the ongoing struggles, emphasizing the need for effective governance amid the pandemic.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Artist Ouyang Nini and Zhang Shuhao, who met on a drama in 2019 and have been in a stable relationship since, successfully got engaged. Ouyang Nini announced their marriage on IG on June 29th, receiving blessings from many netizens. In a Vlog video, Zhang Shuhao emotionally proposed to Ouyang Nini, promising to quit smoking and be devoted to her. Ouyang Long, when asked if he's become a grandfather, responded with 10 words, 'If it's true, I will of course give my blessings.'
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the meeting between Taipei Mayor Hou and legislators Chiang and Lu on June 29, 2024, speculations arose regarding preparations for the party leadership election. Mayor Hou clarified that the meeting was mainly for the World Capital Sports Festival in Taipei and the group also exchanged views on city governance. Mayor Hou emphasized the importance of promoting the event to attract international participants, aiming for 40,000 attendees to generate a 10 billion tourism industry in Taipei and New Taipei. Additionally, Mayor Hou explained the meeting with Taichung Mayor Lu was to learn from each other's strengths and weaknesses in governance, with a shared goal of driving development and prosperity in both cities. Regarding the criticism from the DPP on the KMT's proposed revisions to the Fiscal Allocation Law, Mayor Hou stressed the importance of fair and transparent allocation to support local development.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In preparation for the Taiwan Steel Eagles' debut at the Big Dome, Wing Stars member Angel Jiang (Photo by reporter Liu Yanchi) Taiwan Steel Group's Guifang Creative Wing Stars cheerleading squad recruitment activity is in its final week before registration deadline, attracting many dance and cheerleading enthusiasts. The selected candidates will enter the second stage of the 'New Talent Preliminaries,' scheduled for July 27-28 at Taiwan Steel Technology University. The squad, formed in January, has quickly made a name in sports and entertainment circles, thanks to various successful collaborations showcasing their diverse talents. The recruitment list includes people from different backgrounds, with the youngest participant being 12 years old, as well as individuals like web illustrators, swimming coaches, military veterans, and kindergarten teachers.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, LINE announced that its message verification service has been running for 5 years and it has launched a new Speech to Text (STT) feature. Users can upload suspicious voice messages to the LINE Official Account (@linefactchecker) to have them verified by third-party experts, including support for Mandarin in the first stage. This initiative aims to combat fake news by verifying texts, links, text-based images, and voice messages. With over 840,000 friends and 246,000 reported messages, LINE's verification service has become Taiwan's largest platform for combating misinformation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
台中市烏日區一處民宅於2024年6月29日下午發生火災，81歲的林姓男屋主在火警中倒臥室成為焦屍。消防人員趕抵現場後於1樓中間臥室發現焦屍，火勢於下午2點30分撲滅，燃燒面積約50平方公尺。火警原因將由火調人員進行調查，警消人員目前正在現場處理。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, Taipei City Mayor Jiang Wanan dressed as Monkey King and joined the Taipei Water Festival at the Water Museum. While playing with children using water guns, Jiang was surrounded and soaked by the kids but still enjoyed the playful interaction. Jiang expressed joy in participating in the event and emphasized the importance of water conservation. It was the first day of summer vacation, and he welcomed children to enjoy the facilities and clean water at the event.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards will take place tonight at Taipei Arena, with many fans already gathering to cheer on their favorite artists since the afternoon, despite heavy rain. Fans, including Mr. Mi and Hsu Fu-kai, have been rallying for their idols, with Hsu Fu-kai's fans chanting 'consecutive wins!' enthusiastically. This year's ceremony will be hosted by Lulu, with the red carpet event starting at 5 p.m. and the ceremony officially commencing at 7 p.m. Hosts for the red carpet include Chen Mingzhu and Huang Weijin, promising surprises for all guests and viewers. Stay tuned for more updates on the Golden Melody Awards.
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