Reported 10 months ago
After failing to secure a pardon on June 21, 2024, former President Chen Shui-bian made his first public statement. The case involved Chen's wife, Wu Shu-jen, allegedly receiving 10 million NT dollars from Chen Min-hsuan to help her secure the position of chairman of Taipei Financial Building (101). Taipei District Prosecutors indicted Chen Shui-bian in 2015 for aiding in concealing criminal proceeds under the Anti-Money Laundering Act. However, the Taipei District Court ruled in favor of Chen due to the statute of limitations, prompting prosecutors to appeal, citing procedural errors in the judgment.
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Reported 10 months ago
Since the passing of Him Law in September 2020, Gillian Chung has remained single. Recently, she appeared on the show 'Fun Youth Travel' with Him Law's good friend Lin Baisheng (KID). During a segment where KID drew a love oracle for her, emotions ran high as it advised her to 'move on to a new love'. Gillian tearfully mentioned that 'love comes in many forms' and she feels content. Encouraged by KID and others, she expressed her willingness to open up to new relationships and find happiness.
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Reported 10 months ago
Central Weather Bureau issued a heavy rain advisory for 12 counties and cities in Taiwan due to vigorous afternoon convective cloud development, with the likelihood of localized heavy rain in areas including Greater Taipei, Taichung, Nantou, Hualien, areas north of central Taiwan, and mountainous regions in Yilan. Residents are advised to beware of thunder and strong gusts, as well as potential landslides and falling rocks in mountainous areas. Vigorous afternoon convective cloud development may cause short periods of intense rainfall across the island.
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Reported 10 months ago
一名9歲女童在上海市金山區社區公園玩耍時不慎從鞦韆上摔落，頭部受重擊後不治身亡。家長當時忙聊天未注意到女兒行為，被法院判需擔負4成責任，鞦韆業者則需負擔6成責任並賠償107.2萬元人民幣。法院指出鞦韆設施存在安全問題，業者需為主要責任。
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Reported 10 months ago
Actor Xiao Ping (Yu Junxian), known for gradually fading from the spotlight after his brother's passing, recently revealed his emotional turmoil and past regrets following a divorce. He expressed pain and tears as he recalled being falsely portrayed after the separation, facing job losses and even physical attacks. Despite a peaceful life now, a recent call from his ex-wife stirred up old wounds, leading him to express resentment and a plea for peace. Xiao Ping's heartfelt post reflects on 20 years of challenges and the desire for closure in his turbulent past relationship.
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Reported 10 months ago
According to the National Statistics Office, as of April, the average monthly salary for all employed workers in Taiwan is 46,321 New Taiwan Dollars, with 68% earning less than 50,000 NT per month. Disparities exist across different industries, with higher-paying sectors like Publishing, Audiovisual, and Information Communication industry averaging 67,317 NT, and the Financial and Insurance industry averaging 77,330 NT. Lower paying sectors such as Accommodation and Food industry average 34,711 NT, and the Manufacturing industry averages 44,143 NT.
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Reported 10 months ago
Six Fufu Village has launched a 7-day, 6-night summer camp for kids, combining ecological exploration with African wildlife at the cost of 66,000 NT dollars per child. The camp, in collaboration with the Zhuang Fu Cultural and Educational Foundation, focuses on environmental education and wildlife conservation, offering activities such as night expeditions and animal feeding experiences. Limited to students in 3rd to 6th grade, the camp includes visits to see black bears, white rhinos, and hands-on agriculture experiences, aiming to foster a love for nature and teamwork. Only 3 sessions are available on 7/14-20, 8/4-10, and 8/18-24, providing a diverse program for children to learn while having fun.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 21, 2024, Little S (Dee Hsu), known for hosting various TV programs in the past, recently focused on personal growth and even enrolled in the Music Department of Pingtung University, receiving blessings from netizens for her inspirational journey. Sharing her daily life on social media, she posted a bold photo in a tight cheongsam dress, evoking a wave of nostalgia. Little S previously hosted the video game show 'Game Attack,' a childhood memory for many viewers. In a recent event, she cosplayed as Chun-Li from the video game 'Street Fighter II,' flaunting her fit figure with a revealing outfit that garnered much attention and positive feedback online.
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Reported 10 months ago
The Executive Yuan recently presented reconsideration cases for the 'Exercise of Legislative Yuan's Powers Act' and the 'Criminal Code,' which were previously passed through the third reading in the Legislative Yuan, citing 7 main reasons. Following a two-day explanation and inquiry session with Premier Su Tseng-chang on June 19 and 20, the Legislative Yuan voted on the two reconsideration cases today and both were not approved with a vote of 62:51 under the collaboration of certain party members. The cases involved issues such as contempt of parliament offenses, expanding hearing and investigative powers, and presidential reports. The opposition alleged procedural flaws, undemocratic actions, among others, leading to the rejection of the reconsideration motions.
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Reported 10 months ago
In the legislative session on June 21, 2024, the blue and white factions voted against the reconsideration proposed by the Executive Yuan for the Parliamentary Reform Bill, with 62 votes rejecting the reconsideration based on their numerical advantage. The Presidential Office spokesperson, Guo Yahui, stated that both the Executive Yuan and the DPP caucus in the Legislative Yuan plan to file for a constitutional interpretation following the reconsideration result. The President will carefully evaluate whether to apply for a constitutional interpretation upon receiving the consultation document. The decision is respected by the Presidential Office.
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Reported 10 months ago
In Kaohsiung City, a man surnamed He overstayed at his friend's house, and when the friend asked him to leave, He refused. The friend then called the police, leading to a confrontation where He attacked the police officers with a utility knife, causing severe injuries. After a trial, He was sentenced to 7 and a half years in prison for attempted murder. He attempted to justify his actions by claiming mental disorder, but the court did not believe him and found his attack on law enforcement officers to be a serious offense.
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Reported 10 months ago
The head of Taiwan's opposition Kuomintang (KMT) called on the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to align with public sentiment and uphold democratic reform principles after the Legislative Yuan rejected legislative reform bills proposed by the Executive Yuan. KMT Chairman Eric Chu emphasized the importance of these reforms backed by KMT and Taiwan People's Party legislators, urging the DPP to reconnect with its foundational goals of democratic reform and warning of intensified efforts if the DPP continues to resist reform.
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Reported 10 months ago
Entertainment News, June 21, 2024, 5:13 AM - Hyun Bin attended a special event hosted by a famous watch brand for the 2024 Olympics, where he sported a brand new Olympic commemorative watch and looked incredibly handsome!
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Reported 10 months ago
陳芳語否認與吳卓源「閨蜜情鬧翻」，表示雖然一陣子沒有說話，但仍有傳訊息關心對方並會討論、溝通。她強調雖有私人事務，但不否認友誼仍在，並表示希望一切順其自然，不想被貼上標籤。吳卓源則因小三風波被拍與男星交纏，與真實狀況和公司資源爭奪有關遭到猜測。
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Reported 10 months ago
Chinese actor He Junxiang was accused of sexual harassment, leading to a search of his home and confiscation of his private phone by the authorities. As a result of the allegations, the ongoing filming of the drama 'Postage and Soufflé' has announced a change in the lead role. The production company, Shic I-Chuan Films, mentioned that He Junxiang's case had violated the actor's obligations under the contract, impacting the company's reputation and commitments to partners. With filming already in progress, the decision to replace the actor will result in significant losses for the production, and efforts are underway to find a new male lead, with the possibility of seeking compensation from He Junxiang in the future.
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Reported 10 months ago
Actor He Junxiang's house was searched last month, claiming to be filming a new drama 'Stamps and Souffle' at the time, but the production company revealed he was not on set. He was accused of obstructing sexual autonomy and although he denied any misconduct with a third party, the production company announced his replacement due to lack of transparency and impact on their reputation. The role replacement has led to uncertainties regarding losses and the search for a new suitable actor in the drama.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 21, 2024, the Central Bank announced that in May, the five major banks in Taiwan had a new housing loan amount of NT$1162.35 billion, breaking the historical record once again. The interest rate for new housing loans was 2.187%, with the youth housing loan ratio breaking 40% for the first time in nearly 8 years. Factors such as increased working days, new home deliveries, strong export performance, and continued corporate investments have led to the surge in housing loan amounts and property transactions in the first five months of this year.
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Reported 10 months ago
罗时丰的儿子罗森宇去年10月涉入北投区抢劫和棍棒殴打案。警方已逮捕了5名犯嫌，士林地检署已依强盗罪将他们起诉。罗时丰的经纪人表示，孩子必须学会承担自己的责任。罗时丰在面对儿子涉嫌犯罪时感到无奈和难过，强调家庭教育的重要性。
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 21, amidst heavy rain, over 2,000 supporters of the Blue Magpies Movement gathered outside the Legislative Yuan as the executive reconsideration proposal was rejected due to the blue-white coalition's advantage in seating. Despite failing to change the Kuomintang members' decision, civic groups will now shift focus to constitutional and legal proceedings, encouraging citizens and experts to express their opinions and become 'friends of the court'. The gathering served as a display of citizen power and unity and emphasized the importance of safeguarding democracy in Taiwan.
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Reported 10 months ago
FTNN News, June 21, 2024 - Jewelry business singer Zhou Aihong, who has been in the industry for two and a half years, recently encountered a setback while shooting his new song MV 'Beijing RMB ALL MINE' in the Forbidden City in Beijing. Despite having a net worth in the billions, Zhou revealed that he self-funded his album debut spending up to 25 million but essentially made no income. Zhou, who has been working in the jewelry industry for nearly 16 years in Beijing, expressed pride in his business achievements and his aspiration to retire at 50, hoping for success in his music career despite the significant financial investment thus far.
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Reported 10 months ago
In Wuri District, Taichung City, the traffic congestion at the Successful Ridge Camp has worsened, causing distress to local residents. With the implementation of the new military service system and increase in military personnel, the congestion at the camp entrance during holidays has severely impacted traffic. City councilor Lin Haoyu and others coordinated with the military to address the issue by deploying more personnel for traffic management and proposing measures like crowd control during holidays and advocating for the integration of the Successful Ridge level crossing into the railway viaduct system.
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Reported 10 months ago
Actor He Junxiang was involved in a scandal last month and searched by the police, leading to his role being replaced in the upcoming drama 'Postage and Soufflé.' The production company accused He of violating their cooperation integrity, impacting their reputation and commitments to partners, thus necessitating the role change. Despite He's denial of any misconduct with a third party, the company emphasized the importance of honesty in their collaboration, ensuring the smooth progress of the filming and safeguarding the rights of the cast and crew.
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Reported 10 months ago
The recall of Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang is underway with the second phase of the petition requiring at least 37,920 signatures to officially establish the recall case. This initiative by Keelung civic group aims to address controversies such as broken campaign promises, bidding issues, and activities that have led to public dissatisfaction. The recall process involves stages where the first phase needed 1% of the total number of voters in the district, while the second phase requires at least 10% of the total voters. If successful, Hsieh Kuo-liang could be removed from office, preventing him from running for the mayoral seat again for four years, and a by-election would be conducted. Opposition to the recall argues that Hsieh is upholding Keelung's interests and that the recall threshold should be revised. The Keelung City government remains focused on governance amidst these developments.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 21, 2024, netizens sparked a heated debate online on their favorite popsicle flavors, with many advocating for red bean and chocolate popsicles. Brands like 'I-Mei' and 'Durian Daddy' were highlighted as the top contenders, with 'I-Mei Red Bean Milk Popsicle' emerging as the favored choice among Taiwanese consumers. Despite the popularity of chocolate popsicles, especially 'Kuangsye Chocolate,' the enduring appeal of red bean flavor was evident through high sales figures and continued consumer preference. The battle between chocolate and red bean popsicles remains inconclusive, as individual preferences vary, emphasizing the importance of finding joy in cooling off with a delicious treat during the hot summer days.
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Reported 10 months ago
As Taiwan faced multiple closures and layoffs in various industries, a major tech company announced a loss of 65 billion and planned to lay off 4,000 employees globally. The company also intends to reduce production of polarizing plates used in LCD screens, impacting Taiwan. Previously the second-largest manufacturer, the company's financial struggles stem from decreased TV demand, increased competitors, and rise of Chinese manufacturers. The decision to cut jobs and production capacity due to market shifts poses significant challenges for the affected employees and factories.
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