Reported 8 months ago
While touring a wildlife park in South Africa, a foreign family had a harrowing experience when a lioness approached their car and unexpectedly opened the car door with her mouth, prompting screams and calls to lock the door. The incident, captured on video and shared online, gained attention for the lioness's surprising intelligence. Luckily, the family managed to quickly close the door before any harm was done. The video, filmed in 2014 by Joshua Sutherland, has garnered millions of views, with viewers amazed by the lioness's ability to open the car door and jokingly commenting on the situation.
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Reported 8 months ago
Sun Anzuo, the son of entertainers Sun Peng and Di Ying, recently made headlines for reportedly engaging in 'disorderly behavior' after consuming marijuana in Thailand. However, controversy arose again when Sun and his agent, surnamed Zhu, were spotted at a nightclub in Xinyi District, Taipei, with Zhu carrying a 'gas gun' visibly. The police monitored the situation and confirmed that Zhu did not display or use the gun, but will contact him for an explanation and conduct further investigations to determine any violation of firearms regulations or public order maintenance laws.
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Reported 8 months ago
The EU is conducting antitrust investigations against Meta, the parent company of social media platform Facebook, and US-based Apple under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Apple, despite making changes to comply with the new EU regulations, still faces allegations of anti-competitive behavior and could potentially be fined up to 10% of its global annual revenue, becoming the first target under the DMA. The investigations aim to create a fair competition space and enhance user choice among digital services. Apple's alleged restrictions in its App Store and on third-party browsers for its system, along with Meta's focus on ad-free subscription services, are under scrutiny. If found guilty, Apple could face a significant fine, potentially up to $383 billion based on its 2023 revenue.
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Reported 8 months ago
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of Huangpu Military Academy, following a grand national flag ceremony during the Land Officer School's centennial celebration on June 16th, the Ministry of National Defense arranged a review of the military uniforms from different periods at Huangpu, Nanjing, Chengdu, and Fengshan. The showcase featured uniforms from each era including distinctive hats and colored military attire, displaying the historical evolution of military dress codes.
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Reported 8 months ago
Huang Kuo-Chang expressed respect for Cheng Hsiu-Ling's decision to quit the political party, despite her criticism of him and other party members as being egotistical and hindering progress. Huang stated that he has always respected Cheng, listens to her opinions, and believes in strengthening parliamentary oversight mechanisms to prevent any individual from becoming autocratic. Cheng's departure from the party follows her accusations of egotism within the party's ranks.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 16, 2024, singer Xie He-Xian publicly revealed a letter of invitation from 'Beijing Ciguang Film and Television Media,' offering over ten million endorsement fees annually to act as vice chairman of the 'Taiwan Harmony Party' and shoot commercials for at least 10 Taiwanese or local companies, in exchange for endorsing 'building a new type of cross-strait relationship' on Facebook. Similarly, female star He Yi-Qi received a similar offer which included endorsing the 'Taiwan Harmony Party' and paying a membership fee of 10,000 yuan, causing netizens to criticize the contract as a 'scam' and highlighting the pressure to pay before performing.
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Reported 8 months ago
A recent observation on social media pointed out that while egg prices have decreased significantly, breakfast shops have not lowered the cost of adding an egg to breakfast meals. This discrepancy has raised questions about whether businesses are passing on the cost savings to consumers after the egg crisis in Taiwan. Renowned author Ruby Lin also commented on the issue, emphasizing that in a free country, consumers have the choice not to purchase items if they find the prices unreasonable. Netizens further discussed the topic on various factors influencing prices, such as increased electricity costs and hourly wages, with some agreeing that prices are determined by supply and demand rather than just production costs.
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Reported 8 months ago
Son of singers Sun Peng and Di Ying, 24-year-old Sun Anzuo, was seen at a nightclub in Xinyi with a 'gas gun' in the early hours of the morning with his manager, triggering controversy. Taipei City Police will summon the manager for clarification and will examine the 'gas gun', possibly summoning Sun Anzuo for questioning as well. Despite being monitored by police, no public display or firing of the gun by the manager was observed. Sun Anzuo's manager explained they were there to relax after work, and Sun Anzuo has been developing weapons recently, intending to showcase the results at an upcoming event focusing on saving the world.
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Reported 8 months ago
Former president Chen Shui-bian, who is currently out on medical parole, criticizes former president Ma Ying-jeou for his statements and expresses support for current president Lai Ching-te. Chen questions Ma's claim that Taiwan and mainland China do not recognize each other's sovereignty or deny each other's governance, asking what it means if not two sides or two countries mutually exclusive. The article delves into the historical and political context of these statements and the complexities surrounding cross-strait relations and Taiwan's constitutional framework.
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Reported 8 months ago
Chinese Premier Li Qiang's visit to Australia emphasized the positive aspects of the relationship, highlighting initiatives such as sending a new breeding pair of pandas to the Adelaide Zoo and encouraging both countries to set aside differences. The visit, which focused on panda diplomacy, a rebounding wine trade, and China's global dominance in critical minerals, marks an improvement in bilateral relations since the election of Australia's center-left Labor Party in 2022.
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Reported 8 months ago
王中平擔任女兒韓菲的演唱會嘉賓，二人首次在台上合唱，展現父女默契。王中平邀請女兒共演因疫情而產生的心血結晶，讓現場溫情滿溢。在演出中，王中平當眾問女兒是否有男朋友，逗得觀眾捧腹大笑，讓韓菲直呼爸爸是「話題終結者」。韓菲也參加大陸節目，感動於薛之謙的指導和支持。
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Reported 8 months ago
As summer brings out various pests, roaches are a common and hated household insect. The Environmental Protection Agency advises against squashing roaches with slippers due to their allergen-carrying nature and potential health risks. Instead, effective methods for roach control include spraying insecticide in their pathways where they will die upon contact, using bait stations, and employing gel bait in cracks and corners while maintaining a clean living environment to reduce food sources and increase bait consumption by roaches.
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Reported 8 months ago
Recently, a netizen reported on a popular forum about a store violating labor laws by offering low pay, not allowing employees to use special leave, and other unethical practices, leading the original poster to report the situation. According to a survey by 1111 Job Bank, 89% of office workers have encountered bad bosses in the workplace, with common tactics including exploiting employees, assigning non-job-related tasks, emotional abuse, denying overtime pay, and showing favoritism. When faced with bad bosses, 70% of workers choose to silently endure, while only 9.8% take legal action to protect their rights, reflecting the ongoing imbalance in labor relations despite legal protections for workers' rights.
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Reported 8 months ago
An influencer from Dubai was fined 1800 euros by the Italian government for trespassing the restricted 'Spiaggia Rosa' (Pink Beach) in Sardinia to capture photos for her social media, where visitors are prohibited from entering the beach to protect its pink sand. The influencer's actions sparked anger among the locals, leading to an investigation and the enforcement of the fine. She was charged for disrespecting the ban and entering Budelli Island without proper permission. The influencer, who has since privatized her Instagram account, rented a yacht from a rental company unknowing of her destination plans.
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Reported 8 months ago
57-year-old Hollywood star Bling is known for her bold style and often flaunts her sexy figure on social media, never hesitating to share revealing photos. Recently, she shared a bathing picture on Instagram where she is sitting in a bathtub with only a thin blue cloth covering her chest, drawing attention to her toned cleavage. She also teased a new show on her YouTube channel while wearing a revealing blue bikini, turning heads with her 'full and round shape' visibly. Bling, who filmed a horror movie in Taiwan last year, expressed her affection for the country and revealed her active dating life, preferring deep emotional connections over shallow pursuits.
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Reported 8 months ago
Princess Kate made her first public appearance at the annual Trooping the Colour parade in the UK since announcing her battle with cancer, attracting attention after a six-month absence. Despite the rainy weather, thousands gathered to watch the royal family members, including King Charles III and Queen Camilla, attending the parade. Princess Kate, wearing a white pencil skirt by Jenny Packham paired with unique accessories, smiled and waved to the crowd. Anti-monarchy protesters from a republican group also joined the parade nearby, voicing their opposition as the royal procession passed by.
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Reported 8 months ago
In the vicinity of the San-Ying Interchange at 51 kilometers northbound on National Freeway No. 3, a pedestrian mistakenly entered the freeway from the exit ramp and was walking on the inner lane late last night around 11 pm. The pedestrian was hit by multiple vehicles in succession and died on the spot. The police are still investigating the identity of the deceased and the detailed cause of the accident. The accident caused lane closures until early this morning at 2:26 a.m., and investigations into the pedestrian's identity, the reason for entering the freeway, and checking the relevant vehicles involved will continue to clarify the cause.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 15, 2024, at 10:42 pm, Gordon Ramsay shared on Instagram photos of his abdomen covered in large bruises, describing himself as looking like a purple potato. Known for his sharp food critiques, the celebrity chef recently had a bicycle accident in Connecticut, USA, which left his helmet shattered and his biking outfit damaged. In a video, he revealed his trembling hands post-accident, expressed being shaken, and showcased the horrific bruises on his abdomen, thankful for being able to stand there. Fans flooded his post with well wishes for a speedy recovery after he disclosed that his helmet saved his life and emphasized the importance of wearing a helmet while riding a bike.
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Reported 8 months ago
A netizen recently shared their experience of living in New Hsinchu South Liao for 8 years, discussing various living issues such as frequent power outages during typhoons, dampness problems requiring dehumidifiers in every room, rusting windows, wall cancer issues, strong winter wind, noise problems, and traffic congestion during the kite festival. The post has resonated with many locals, prompting discussions on the challenges faced in the area that real estate agents may not disclose to potential buyers.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to SET News on June 16, 2024, at 2:30 a.m., statistics from Jiesheng Communication revealed the market shares of second-hand phone recycling in May, showing a 5% decrease from the previous month. The top five brands based on consumer returns at their outlets were Apple (56.3%), Samsung (19.8%), OPPO (7.8%), vivo (3.5%), and ASUS (3%). Despite the dominance of iPhone in the recycling market, specifically the iPhone 11 (128GB) model, overall second-hand phone recycling in May saw a slight decline compared to the previous month, indicating a calm period after the frenzy of upgrading to new phones in March and April. Additionally, Samsung was the main player in the Android camp with models like the Galaxy A52s recording the highest recycling quantities and prices showing signs of increase, contrary to common beliefs. This May, higher-tier phone models took the lead in the recycling market, with vivo's V27 (8GB+256GB) surpassing ASUS in volume. Consumers are encouraged to recycle idle phones for residual value reward, especially as vacation season approaches, presenting further opportunities for turning in old devices for new ones or cash.
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Reported 8 months ago
Exclusive report on June 15, 2024, at 10:40 pm Taipei City Cultural Bureau collaborates with local galleries to create 'Art Star Power.' The national landmark new artist hub, 'Art New Voice,' showcasing outstanding graduate-recommended exhibitions, sees the Taipei City Government Cultural Bureau joining hands with academia and industry to lead young artists in co-creating 'Art Star Power.' The bureau aims to support young artists and promote a new artistic wave, welcoming citizens to appreciate and support the artistic force and new styles. Various galleries are participating in the 'Art Star Power Project,' selecting 11 emerging artists from the 'Art NewVoice' recommended graduate exhibition. The selected artists will showcase their works at the 'ART TAICHUNG Taichung Art Expo' at the Sun Moon Millennium Hotel from July 18 to July 21. This initiative aims to bridge young creators with the art industry, fostering the development of local art galleries in Taipei.
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Reported 8 months ago
A driver in Taipei was surprised when a woman in hot pants walked in the middle of the road, causing the driver to stop abruptly, as the woman seemed to be picking up her phone from the road. The incident, caught on camera and shared on YouTube, lasted only 9 seconds but garnered over 100,000 views, with netizens commenting on the unexpected display of the woman's good figure.
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Reported 8 months ago
As the weather heats up, a recent online discussion revealed tips on how to quickly cool down a motorcycle seat cushion. Suggestions included using a bottle of water and towels to help lower the seat's temperature, with experienced users recommending rinsing the cushion with water and then drying it before riding, as an effective cooling method. The method received positive feedback from users experiencing the same issue during hot summer days.
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Reported 8 months ago
Taiwanese tennis player Yung-jan Chan was chosen by her sister Hao-ching Chan as a partner for the Paris Olympics. Yung-jan revealed during the PLG Championship game that this Paris Olympics might be her last Olympic participation and potentially the final time wearing the Chinese team's jersey. After facing health issues post-2023 Hangzhou Asian Games, Yung-jan focused on recovery and training, with her condition now stabilizing. She expressed gratitude for being chosen by her sister and emphasized preparing well for this final battle to achieve good results.
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Reported 8 months ago
民眾黨立院黨團總召黃國昌帶領黨團立委與國民黨合作路線，在《黨產條例》修法表決缺席，被批評為「小藍」。民眾黨台中市黨部主委江和樹不滿指責黃國昌，表示黨應有自己立場，力挺自立路線。國會爭議導致支持者不滿，江和樹呼籲黃國昌回歸民眾黨價值。
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