Reported about 1 year ago
Feast Group recently opened three new stores: 'Open Meal Sichuan Restaurant' in Taipei East Metro Mall, and 'Feast Thai Duo' and 'Open Meal' in Chiayi Nice Plaza starting from June 25th. The Chiayi Nice store is the largest and seats the most customers in the entire country, with 186 seats and 4 private rooms available. The new Chiayi store integrates the popular panda mascot from Open Meal with the famous Alishan scenic spot in Chiayi to create an exclusive photo spot. There are also exclusive desserts such as 'Mung Bean and Coix Seed' available. Special opening promotions are offered at all three stores, including discounts and free gifts for customers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In recent years, many cheerleading squad members from Taiwan's professional baseball and basketball teams have transitioned into the entertainment industry. However, some netizens have pointed out that unlike in Japan and Korea, many squad members in Taiwan over the age of 30 are still dancing, leading to questions about why there are so many 'near-40-year-olds' in cheerleading squads. This issue was addressed by the Lexten Girls, with members like Kuo Yi, Meng Jie, and Yun Xi responding to the criticism by emphasizing their passion for cheerleading and rejecting the notion that age should limit their participation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to Taiwan Expressway Administration, this summer holiday is expected to see a significant increase in travel vehicles on highways across the country. During the summer vacation period from July 1st to August 29th, traffic volume is estimated to be about 1.2 times higher than the average weekday traffic volume in 112 years. To address this issue, the Administration plans to implement five major highway traffic control measures during this period, including high occupancy restrictions, shoulder lane openings, alternative routes recommendations, construction suspensions on weekends, and ramp metering. They advise drivers to be cautious of possible congestion and vehicle malfunctions due to the hot weather and recommend using the 1968 App for emergencies.
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Reported about 1 year ago
新冠疫情再次升溫，各大診所和醫院看病人潮暴增，胸腔內科醫師蘇一峰表示，許多病人確診新冠住院，甚至原本只是中風住院的病人也感染新冠。他呼籲人們忍受炎熱天氣，戴好口罩度過這波疫情，並分享院內情況。許多網友也留言表示身邊人紛紛感染，呼籲大家警覺。
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Reported about 1 year ago
14 individuals including the mastermind, frontman, executives, and employees of a gambling group operating in Taiwan were arrested for laundering 600 million New Taiwan Dollars. The group used domestic and international sports events, as well as esports, as gambling targets to attract people to place bets. The authorities seized cash in different currencies, totaling around 2.08 million NTD, illegal gains from investment life insurance policies held by the mastermind exceeded 28 million NTD. The case is being investigated based on suspicions of money laundering, organized crime, gambling, and profiting from gambling.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, at 3:25 am, the 58-year-old director surnamed Xu from the Aquaculture Research Institute at the Ministry of Agriculture collapsed in the lobby of the Legislative Yuan during a visit. Emergency personnel arrived on the scene but found no vital signs. He was rushed to National Taiwan University Hospital for emergency treatment. The cause of the incident is currently under investigation. The director remains unconscious.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Media reports reveal that Chinese official media has set sights on Taiwan's TV political talk shows, participating heavily in the topics, scripts, and even monitoring the recording studio to confirm compliance with directives from the Taiwan Affairs Office. The DPP Legislative Yuan faction described the CCP's information war as a coordinated effort: the CCP provides materials and recipes, the KMT acts as the ‘master puppeteer’ to spin the desired narrative, and the TPP serves as the apprentice, assisting with adding substance. The political talk shows are viewed as mere couriers. In response, the DPP faction held a press conference denouncing Chinese interference in Taiwan media and expressing concerns over the infiltration of false information to influence public opinion.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns the public against phishing emails impersonating the Consular Affairs Bureau's 'Passport Photo Upload System' confirmation appointment emails. The Ministry advises to verify recent passport-related transactions, avoid clicking on email links, refrain from entering personal information like ID numbers, and contact the 165 Fraud Prevention Hotline if in doubt. The Consular Affairs Bureau has received reports of fraudulent emails attempting to deceive recipients into providing personal information or downloading malicious software.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a recent Instagram post, actress Sun Ke-fang shared her experiences of parenting after giving birth to her son last March. Despite her busy schedule, Sun continues to update fans on social media, revealing the challenges of sleep disruption and exhaustion that come with being a new mother. She shocked many fans by recounting how her baby started crying in the middle of the night shortly after being praised, a real-life example that left her reflecting on the superstitions surrounding infants. Sun admitted that being a new mom is more tiring than she had imagined, but she finds support in her husband who helps take care of their son. Fans empathized with her struggles and encouraged Sun to stay strong.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Popular AV actress Wawa (Weng Yucheng) known for her delicate facial features and tall figure, recently shared her experience collaborating with internet celebrity Deng Jiahua on an adult film adaptation of a Taiwanese movie, 'Monga', titled 'Shocking Fake'. Wawa mentioned enjoying the process and praised Deng for his politeness and cleanliness on set, dismissing concerns about hygiene. She clarified that her decision was based on her love for the script and Deng's suitability for the role, denying claims of riding on Deng's popularity. Netizens praised Wawa's professionalism and dedication to her work, while she explained her genuine interest in the project and her chosen role.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In an article published on June 25, 2024, Michael Cunningham, a researcher at The Heritage Foundation's Asian Studies Center, pointed out that the decades-long 'strategic ambiguity' in US policy towards Taiwan has effectively deterred conflict in the Taiwan Strait. While suggesting that abandoning this ambiguity and providing formal security commitments could have reasons, such clear strategies may lead to more problems than they solve. Maintaining strategic ambiguity is seen as the best way to uphold both US and Taiwan's interests until circumstances change.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, President Tsai Ing-wen officially filed for constitutional interpretation regarding the parliamentary reform bill, reminiscent of her 232-day standoff with the city council in Tainan back in 2015. Legislator Lo Chih-chiang criticized Tsai for her actions, accusing her of resisting new parliamentary sentiments and pressuring the Grand Justices. Tsai's move is seen as challenging the system with her consistent confrontational approach.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Amid a severe shortage of intravenous fluids in Taiwan, causing complaints from medical professionals, Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare Lin Jingyi recently made multiple explanations about the IV fluid situation on her personal Facebook account, responding to criticisms such as suggesting a switch from a requested 2000cc to 500cc due to supply issues. This led to dissatisfaction from legislator Chen Zhaozi who criticized Lin for using Facebook as a messaging platform instead of official channels. Lin acknowledged the need to be more conservative in her responses to avoid unnecessary disputes in the future, reassuring the public of ongoing efforts to secure IV fluid supply and ensuring quality standards are maintained.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Central Weather Bureau issued an immediate alert for severe thunderstorms at 2:37 pm today (6/25), declaring New Taipei City and Taoyuan City as precautionary areas. Citizens are advised to be vigilant against heavy rainfall, lightning strikes, strong gusts above level 9, hail, and flash floods. Residents of New Taipei City and Taoyuan City should be cautious of the severe thunderstorm alert.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control, there was a significant increase in COVID-19 cases last week, reaching 817 new confirmed cases with complications, a 30% increase from the previous week. Among the new cases, 90% of the deaths were elderly individuals aged 65 and above. The CDC emphasized the importance of vaccination to reduce severe cases and fatalities, with around 280.5 million doses administered to date. The agency warned that the current outbreak is expected to continue rising, especially with the dominant strains being closely monitored for trends.
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Reported about 1 year ago
President Tsai Ing-wen announced a request for constitutional interpretation on parliamentary reform related articles, urging opposition parties against reckless actions. The People Party criticized Tsai for suspending the parliamentary reform bill unilaterally, labeling him as violating the law and order. They called on the public to support parliamentary reform, establish checks and balances, expose corruption, and reject dictatorial government. Tsai expressed opposition to expanding parliamentary power, emphasizing the importance of legal and constitutional reforms in a transparent manner.
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Reported about 1 year ago
President Lai Ching-te announced the intention to request a Constitutional interpretation on the parliamentary reform bill, urging opposition parties not to act recklessly before the outcome. The Taiwan Civic Party criticized Lai for freezing the bill with personal will, acting like a judge, violating the law and causing chaos. They called on the people to support parliamentary reform, establish checks and balances, uncover corruption, and reject a dictatorial government. Lai emphasized opposition to expanding parliamentary powers, supporting legal and constitutional parliamentary reform, and respecting the Constitutional Court's decision. The Civic Party accused Lai of using presidential resources to deceive and confuse the people, urging him to stop obstructing the duty of delivering the state of the nation address to the legislature.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During last year's Democratic Progressive Party primary elections in Taipei's 2nd district (Shilin, Datong), former DPP legislator He Zhiwei, along with party legislators Zhuang Ruixiong and Wang Shijian, engaged in a heated battle of words. He Zhiwei was unhappy with Zhuang Ruixiong and Wang Shijian's remarks, accusing them of using inappropriate campaign tactics and defamation. He publicly claimed that many gang members were introduced to the DPP by the He family, seeking a total of 6 million in damages from Wang and Zhuang. However, the Shilin District Court ruled against He Zhiwei on the 25th, with the option to appeal. The case is ongoing regarding accusations of aggravated defamation against Zhuang Ruixiong and Wang Shijian from last April.
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Reported about 1 year ago
永慶房產集團於2024年6月25日發布第3季趨勢前瞻報告網路調查分析，顯示七都民眾看漲房價比例增至6成，而6成6的人認為花蓮地震不影響他們購屋意願。調查還發現約5成2的人認為未來半年是售屋好時機，創下9季來新高。房價上漲預期下，購售屋意願均增高，未來一年是購屋好時機有5成民眾認同。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Kang Kang happily announced today that he will be holding the 'Mad Resonance' concert at Huashan Legacy on September 15, after a nearly ten-year absence from performing at Legacy. Kang Kang mentioned his excitement and nervousness about returning to the Legacy stage and revealed that he will perform not only his signature songs but also cover some classic tunes, including a tribute to the 'God of Songs' Jacky Cheung, to fulfill the wishes of fans who couldn't secure tickets. The concert will also feature a special appearance by Kang Kang's daughter singing on stage.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Exclusive report on June 25, 2024, at 2:51 AM, multiple U.S. music giants, in collaboration with the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), filed a lawsuit on June 24 against AI music startups Suno AI and Udio, accusing them of 'massive' copyright infringement. The case alleges that the defendants trained AI models using copyrighted recording data without authorization, with plaintiffs including major industry players Universal Music Group, Warner, and Sony Music. The lawsuit demands acknowledgment of infringement, ceasing use of copyright-protected content, and maximum damages per infringement up to $150,000, or an amount based on actual losses and defendant profits.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the drama series 'Chasing Success starting from Cooking,' Michaela and Sun Zhan play a pair rumored to be in a relationship, with Michaela portraying a character named Jiafen taking over her family's restaurant and learning cooking from Sun Zhan's character Jinfeng. Surprisingly, off-screen, Michaela is skilled in cooking, and the dramatic dishes shown in the series are all acting. Michaela challenges fish dishes on the show, but her creations look horrifyingly unappetizing. Sun Zhan also shares his cooking experiences and how it energizes him during intensive filming sessions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to the Taiwan CDC, there were 817 new cases of COVID-19 complications last week, a significant increase from the previous week, with elderly individuals aged 65 and above accounting for 79% of total complications. Additionally, there were 40 new deaths reported, with 90% of these fatalities occurring in the 65 and above age group. The CDC emphasizes the importance of vaccination, highlighting that receiving the COVID-19 vaccine significantly reduces the risk of severe illness or death. As the country faces a rising number of cases, particularly with the presence of dominant variants, the CDC urges those who have not yet received the vaccine to do so promptly to mitigate the risks associated with infection.
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Reported about 1 year ago
為協助弱勢民眾應對意外變故並填補保障不足，嘉義市政府與福安王爺慈善會合作推出微型保險，原保額為新臺幣30萬元，已有超過4萬人受惠。自113年起，福安王爺慈善會將嘉義市弱勢家戶的保額提高至新臺幣50萬元，成為他們的強力後盾。微型保險無需保費，最高可理賠50萬元，對弱勢家戶提供相當大的經濟幫助。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The number of new COVID-19 cases surged significantly, leading to more people willing to get vaccinated, with 21,000 individuals receiving vaccines last week. The Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported an increase of 817 new local COVID-19 cases last week, compared to 624 cases the previous week. The cumulative number of severe cases among individuals aged 65 and above stood at 79%. The CDC emphasized that receiving the COVID-19 vaccine is the most effective way to reduce the risk of severe illness or death after infection, with 2.8 million doses administered in Taiwan so far and the vaccination rate at 11.47% nationally.
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