Reported about 1 year ago
Have you ever dreamed of driving a perfect combination of speed and handling on the racetrack? Well, that dream is now a reality with Porsche Manthey Performance Kits. Tailored for 911 GT3, 911 GT3 Touring, 718 GT4, and 718 GT4 RS, these kits not only set impressive records at the Nürburgring Nordschleife but also provide Taiwanese car enthusiasts with a new driving experience. From enhanced aerodynamics to specialized suspension systems, these kits elevate both performance and comfort for drivers, pushing Porsche cars to new heights on the track.
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Reported about 1 year ago
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Reported about 1 year ago
Many car owners value their vehicles and regularly take them to self-service car washes or professional car detailing shops, enjoying the process and the hands-on experience. However, netizens have sparked a discussion on the drawbacks of self-washing cars. Some common complaints include sweating due to hot weather, the physical effort it requires, the time it takes, dealing with mosquitoes and cigarette smoke, and the unpleasant smell left on oneself and in the car after washing. Some expressed frustration at smokers at car wash establishments, highlighting the annoyance of secondhand smoke and the overall discomfort it brings. 注意: 吸菸有害健康未滿20歲者及孕婦不得吸菸
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Reported about 1 year ago
Xu Haoming, a student from the Republic of China Air Force Academy in the U.S., had his mother and grandmother attend his graduation ceremony in the U.S. However, they were involved in a serious car accident on the way, with his mother's condition stabilizing after treatment in the U.S. and she returning to Taiwan for further medical care, while his grandmother remains in the U.S. The incident prompted an outpouring of donations from the public to help with the substantial medical expenses, as Xu, despite excelling in academics and winning a scholarship, comes from a modest background. He chose to stay in the U.S. to care for his grandmother until her condition stabilizes before returning to Taiwan together.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taipei City's Datong Police Department received a report from the public about a strong drug smell in a nearby park. Officers Chen Junkai, Yan Zhiliang, and Liu Kai'en quickly arrived at the scene and discovered a suspicious man trying to hide his nervousness by laughing awkwardly. The man, surnamed Lin, eventually admitted to planning to use MDMA in the park. The police found MDMA in his possession and arrested him for violating drug laws. The police department urges the public to report any suspicious drug activities for the maintenance of public safety.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, at 11:10 PM, the Central Weather Bureau issued a special high-temperature alert for 14 cities and counties in Taiwan, with Yunlin County on red alert for a probability of reaching an extreme high of 38 degrees. Other areas like Pingtung County, Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taoyuan City, Hsinchu County, Taichung City, Changhua County, Nantou County, Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, and Hualien County are on orange alert for probabilities of continuous 36-38 degree highs. The public is advised to avoid outdoor activities, take precautions when going out, and protect against heat-related injuries.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Xie Jinyan, known as the electric music goddess, wowed the audience by singing her Minnan song 'Practice Dancing' in the show 'Sisters Who Make Waves 5', garnering a lot of attention and praise from fans. Her performance during the 'Steer Wind Seat Preview Night' on the 24th saw her fulfilling her dream of singing in Minnan language, leading to a significant increase in livestream viewership. Xie Jinyan's captivating presence and vocal talent earned her the title of 'Most Anticipated Vocal Act' on Weibo, with fans and even team captain Liu Xin praising her for setting the stage on fire and declaring her the MVP of the night.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
根據勞動部統計，約有6成退休勞工（約177萬人）平均每月領1.8萬元，僅有基本工資的65%。勞動部長何佩珊表示總統賴清德認為退休勞工領取過少，呼籲企業加薪以改善狀況。對於外界估計的勞保潛在債務12兆元，何佩珊認為這是不現實的情況。她強調不是要砍勞保年金，而是強化制度運作，推動中高齡者參加勞保，調整保險費率等措施，以確保制度穩定運作。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, a fire and explosion incident occurred at a lithium battery factory in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, resulting in 22 deaths, mostly Chinese nationals. The toxic smoke produced by the burning lithium batteries caused victims to lose consciousness after inhaling just one or two breaths, leaving no chance for escape. The fire led to continuous explosions due to the presence of 35,000 battery cells in the factory. The quick spread of the smoke left little time for evacuation, with victims including 2 South Koreans, 18 Chinese, 1 Lao, and 1 unidentified nationality. The Chinese embassy in South Korea confirmed the deaths of 19 Chinese citizens in the accident, emphasizing the desperate situation faced by those unable to escape the rapidly spreading fire.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The dollar hesitated around the crucial 160 yen mark due to concerns about Japanese intervention, while the yen remains fragile. Despite recovering from a recent decline, the dollar was trading cautiously at 159.43 yen as traders remained cautious of triggering another currency intervention from Tokyo. In other markets, bitcoin rebounded after experiencing its worst day in over two months, partially due to outflows from bitcoin ETFs. Central to the article is Japan's hesitation to intervene in the foreign exchange market.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The husband and wife of Taiwan's representative in the US, Yu Da-家, were exposed for a scandal involving personal gain, with his wife even treating embassy colleagues as servants. Yu Da-家 was appointed to the post last December but has since been embroiled in various controversies, including extravagant spending on luxury items, such as a $96,000 handcrafted sofa, $250,000 worth of beds, and a $370,000 Cadillac for the residence. Allegations also include inappropriate expense claims, including shopping under the name of the vice president-elect for private use. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded by stating that all purchases were made following procedures and regulations, promising to listen to public feedback and continue to improve practices.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
台北市議員黃瀞瑩在IG上向柯文哲送上結婚喜帖，開玩笑要求包大一點的紅包，柯文哲回應自己現在無收入。柯文哲則分享結婚的忍耐觀念，強調結婚是兩個世界的結合，不只是兩個人的結合，獲得網友一致稱讚。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
為了應對人才流失危機，台積電祭出雙倍薪資搶技術人才，導致螺絲螺帽大廠晉禾月薪高達七萬元的技術專才外流。為留住人才，晉禾螺絲螺帽大廠與高雄都發局合作改變土地用途，建立員工住宅並捐建社宅，讓員工可住15年後全數歸屬員工所有，受到相關部門積極支持。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, a 27-year-old man in Taichung Fengyuan was kidnapped and held for a 1.4 million ransom, prompting police from different districts to launch a rescue operation. The kidnappers demanded the ransom from the man's father, threatening harm if the payment was not made. After receiving the report, the police set up a special task force, coordinated with the father to arrange the ransom exchange, and successfully arrested 5 suspects in Jiayi City when they came to collect the money. The victim was acquainted with one of the suspects, who had a history of criminal activities, and was rescued with minor injuries. The case is being investigated for various criminal charges including organized crime and kidnapping.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
A Taiwanese student at the US Air Force Academy, Xu Haoming, had his grandmother and mother involved in a major car accident while attending his graduation ceremony in the US. The grandmother remains in the US for further medical treatment while the mother returned to Taiwan on a medical flight. The family's medical expenses are substantial, and donations are being collected to ease the financial burden. Xu Haoming's mother's condition has stabilized, while his grandmother still requires treatment in the US before returning to Taiwan.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
台中市豐原爆發擄人案，一名27歲男子被綁架到嘉義，嫌犯要求男子的父親支付140萬元贖金。警方接獲報後在嘉義進行調查，要求父親與嫌犯在嘉義西區南京路交付贖金，並成功逮捕5名嫌犯，其中包括21歲的傅男、21歲的陳男、45歲的李男、58歲的許男等人。據悉，案件涉及組織犯罪等多重罪行，主嫌陳姓男子有多項前科，警方將全案移送偵辦。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
An Instagram influencer with 84,000 followers, An, encountered a bus driver’s anger when she swiped her card early on a bus route from Taichung High-Speed Rail Station. The driver verbally abused her by accusing her of deceiving him and using inappropriate language, leading to a standoff where An eventually chose to get off the bus to avoid further conflict. An later expressed hope that others wouldn't face similar situations and revealed that the driver escalated the situation despite the possibility of rectifying the card swipe mistake, with the bus company issuing an apology and investigating the incident.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Costco's CEO, Ron Vachris, stated that the most crucial item the retail chain sells is the membership card, as it serves as the backbone for all transactions and operations. Costco offers two types of memberships – Gold Star and Executive – with the latter providing additional benefits and a 2% annual reward of up to $1,000. Vachris, a Costco veteran, highlighted the significant savings and value the membership brings to customers, with Costco reporting an increase in membership to almost 128 million and a revenue of $4.6 billion from membership fees last year.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, around 3 am, two men in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, were riding an electric scooter when the battery below the seat suddenly started smoking. Frightened, they jumped off and sought assistance. The authorities arrived, sprayed water to cool it down, and fortunately, a major disaster was avoided. The cause of the smoking battery is still under investigation. This incident highlights the potential dangers of electric scooters.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
During Chinese Premier Li Keqiang's visit to Malaysia last week, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar expressed support for China's goal of 'national unity.' This shift in Malaysia's stance, along with similar expressions of support from other 'Global South' leaders during meetings with Xi Jinping or Li Keqiang, signifies China's efforts to pressure developing countries to change their policies towards Taiwan. Experts suggest that Beijing is no longer satisfied with merely preventing Taiwan's independence but is now actively promoting unification. These developments in diplomatic support come amid growing tensions in the Taiwan Strait and reflect a strategy to gain international backing for China's 'One China Principle.'
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, the Central Police Station's crime prevention and education team visited the Land Administration Office to show care and provide guidance. Recently, the Central Police Station received a case involving a senior citizen in his 60s who fell victim to a fraud scheme, resulting in an estimated loss of over ten million NT dollars. In response, the station, in collaboration with the Land Administration Office, has established an 'Anti-Fraud Internet' group to assist citizens in preventing property-related scams while transferring ownership. They highlighted common characteristics of fraud cases targeting elderly property owners and advised citizens to be vigilant and seek assistance from the authorities if they encounter suspicious scenarios.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network, June 24, 2024, 8:45 PM: The Taiwanese stock market closed at a low of 22,813.70 points on June 24, dropping 439.69 points with a decreased trading volume of 499.2 billion yuan. Automation equipment manufacturer Mengli (2464) has benefited from the AI and robot craze, as its automated equipment for CoWoS production capacity will be shipped in the second half of the year. Being a key player in the system integration of non-human robots, it is considered a robot concept stock with promising growth in operations and orders. With accumulated revenue reaching 1.952 billion yuan from January to April this year, its stock price surged 5.43% against the trend yesterday, with trading volume exceeding 30,000 shares, earning the title of 'Volume and Price King'. Mengli's bullish 5% surge and high volume make it the volume and price leader.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Oil prices remained stable as markets assessed supply tensions and China's economic rebound. Brent futures for August settlement slightly decreased to $85.96 a barrel, while U.S. crude futures were down to $81.60 a barrel. Investors were cautious ahead of U.S. consumer price data and concerned about potential oil price increases due to high interest rates impacting fuel consumption and the economy. Additionally, Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil infrastructure and EU sanctions against Russia added to market uncertainties.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan's Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare, Lin Ching-yi, was criticized by opposition lawmaker Chen Chao-chi for inappropriate and unprofessional remarks made on her personal Facebook page regarding the shortage of intravenous fluids caused by the temporary halt in production at a pharmaceutical company. Lin acknowledged her fault and stated that she needs to change her approach, recognizing the need for a more conservative communication style and adherence to official protocols in her role. The Ministry of Health and Welfare has initiated special import projects and coordinated with domestic manufacturers to increase production to address the shortage, though challenges persist in hospital supplies.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Boeing has proposed to acquire Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc. in a deal mainly funded by stock, valuing the supplier at around $35 per share. This offer represents a premium of about 6% to Spirit's stock price as of Monday's close and a 22% increase from its closing price on the day before Boeing's takeover talks were made public. The deal, which includes some cash and involves Spirit spinning off some manufacturing plants to Airbus SE, is expected to be announced soon, easing some financial pressure on Boeing.
Source: YAHOO