Reported 10 months ago
A female master's degree holder surnamed Jiang, along with her boyfriend surnamed Zhang, brutally killed her father with a hammer and abandoned the body in the wilderness after being dissatisfied with her father not supporting her financially while studying in the U.S. The Taiwan Taichung District Court sentenced them to life imprisonment for murder, but the Taichung High Court upheld the ruling and did not impose the death penalty due to the possibility of rehabilitation and reintegration into society. Jiang and Zhang's actions were deemed extremely ruthless, and they were driven by revenge after facing financial difficulties during their studies abroad, leading to the tragic murder of Jiang's father.
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Reported 10 months ago
Former President Chen Shui-bian has escaped another case related to buying officials, with the Taipei District Court ruling that the prosecution's statute of limitations for money laundering had expired on September 25, 16 years after the alleged crime, hence acquitting Chen. This is the second case in which Chen has been 'saved.' Despite being involved in corruption with the state affairs fund, changes in the law led to his acquittal in July 2022. Several other cases involving Chen are still pending, including embezzlement and fraud charges.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 18, a man named Lin went missing while collecting seaweed in the intertidal zone near Magang Fishing Port in Gongliao District, New Taipei City. His family reported him missing, leading to a two-day search by firefighters and coast guard personnel. Lin, who was in his 50s, was found deceased in a crevice about 50 meters off the shore of the fishing port today at noon. He was last seen wearing a light blue shirt and snorkeling gear, including a mask, breathing tube, and fins. Authorities are investigating the cause of death, with Lin's family expressing concerns after he failed to return home the day of his disappearance.
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Reported 10 months ago
After 8 years of leaving the entertainment industry, Guo Yanfu finally opened up about the reasons behind his departure, citing feeling unsuitable for the industry. He expressed gratitude for the nourishment the industry provided and acknowledged that if he had not entered showbiz initially, he wouldn't have become the artist he likes today. Guo Yanfu and his brother Guo Yan formed the idol group 2moro and co-hosted the show 'Champion Mission' for four years before Yanfu decided to leave on his own. He found solace in painting and art exhibitions, even collaborating with the fashion brand LV for a two-year exhibition, gaining recognition for his works. Despite the success, he has no plans to make a comeback, emphasizing the importance of moving on from past phases in life.
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Reported 10 months ago
In the Taiwanese TV drama 'The Happy House Incident File,' actress Wang Jingying plays a difficult princess mom who argues with her boyfriend and then unexpectedly relies on her daughter Chen Tingni, leading to conflicts between the two. The daughter criticizes her mother for always mentioning breakups during quarrels, while the mother complains about the sacrifices she made. Wang's character's exaggerated love behavior stems from being cheated by bad men and focusing more on relationships than raising her daughter, causing financial troubles. The drama also features supernatural themes with unexpected occurrences. The show airs on Friday evenings on CTV and Saturday evenings on SET Metro Channel 30. Wang's character's love antics and conflicts are highlighted, providing a glimpse into the complexities of their relationship.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 20, 2024, the Taiwan Stock Market saw a rise of 196.56 points, closing at 23406.10 points, with Acer being among the top companies facing setbacks as proprietary traders sold over 1000 lots of its stock, leading to a significant drop. Meanwhile, the top-selling individual stock was identified as a electronics parts manufacturer, resulting in a halt due to the selling pressure. This news highlights the continued challenges faced by Acer despite a minor increase in stock price today.
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Reported 10 months ago
Spousal benefits under Social Security can be worth up to 50% of the higher-earning spouse's benefit at full retirement age. When claiming Social Security, the spouse must file for spousal benefits with the Social Security Administration to receive them. The spouse's own retirement benefits or marital status do not affect eligibility for spousal benefits. Calculating spousal benefits is based on the primary earner's full retirement age benefit amount, and claiming spousal benefits before or after full retirement age can affect the benefit amount. Consult a financial advisor for guidance on maximizing Social Security benefits and retirement planning.
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Reported 10 months ago
本文報導Nvidia在2024年6月18日首次超越微軟，成為全球市值最高的上市公司。 Nvidia股價過去一年漲幅超過200％，現在市值超過3.3兆美元。根據過去30年的歷史，一旦公司成為最有價值股票，通常會持續多年，並在市場上表現優異。歷史還表明，先前最有價值的股票在成為最有價值股票後的五年內表現優於標普500指數。因此，根據歷史指引，Nvidia股票可能會持續多年保持領先地位並繼續增值。
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 20, 2024, Eric Chu, the chairman of the Kuomintang, actively went to the scene of a parliamentary reform vote outside the Legislative Yuan to heighten the battle between the 'frontline chairman,' Eric Chu, and the 'second-line president,' Lai Ching-te. This move aimed to test the party's mobilization capabilities and counter the 'Green Bird Movement.' The Kuomintang and the People's Party jointly launched efforts to reform parliamentary duties, facing protests against expanded powers and unconstitutional acts. Eric Chu's strategies include numerous parliamentary reform explanation sessions and mobilization of supporters to counter 'Green Bird' forces and enhance parliamentary-public connections.
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Reported 10 months ago
In a recent incident of priority seat disputes, sparking attention on the topic, an elderly man surnamed Li in Taoyuan asked a young woman surnamed Wang to give up her priority seat on a train, which led to a conflict where the man angrily insulted her calling her 'inhuman' and 'worse than pigs and dogs'. Wang filed a complaint against the man, resulting in a court sentencing him to 10 days in jail for public insult and a fine of 10,000 NT dollars in the first instance. The Taoyuan court later reduced the fine to 6,000 NT dollars and ordered community service, with no further room for appeal. The incident highlights the ongoing debate surrounding priority seats and courtesy on public transportation.
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Reported 10 months ago
Two of Toyota's major suppliers, Denso and Aisin, have decreased their stakes in various Toyota-affiliated companies, as shown in regulatory filings. Denso sold off its holdings in Toyota Boshoku, Toyota Tsusho, Toyoda Gosei, and Hino Motors, while Aisin reduced their stakes to zero and also sold their Denso stake. Both companies still hold stakes in other Toyota Group firms. The move is part of a trend of reducing cross-shareholdings within the Toyota Group, as more companies steer away from the practice due to corporate governance concerns and the desire to accelerate transformation.
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Reported 10 months ago
Sun Xiaoya, Director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), visited the Legislative Yuan today to bid farewell to President Han Kuo-yu. During the meeting, Han Kuo-yu maintained distance from Sun Xiaoya, opting for a simple handshake as a greeting, in contrast to their previous encounter where he was criticized for touching her arm while guiding her for a photo. The meeting was cordial, with Han Kuo-yu presenting Sun Xiaoya with a small vase as a parting gift. Concerns about potential obstacles in US-Taiwan arms sales were raised by the opposition party, but the US stance remained neutral.
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Reported 10 months ago
Recently, Instagram stories have been updated with new features, including the popular 'It's Your Turn' function that's been sparking sharing activities in social circles. Apart from the designated themes, the latest trend is using 'story templates' to instantly level up photos with a magazine-style effect. By selecting 'Template' under an account's IG profile and choosing 'It's Your Turn,' users can easily enhance their photos with these trendy templates. Check out four of the top magazine-style filters everyone is crazy about, such as the 'FOOD Magazine,' 'VOGUE Fashion Magazine,' 'OOTD Fashion Magazine,' and 'Japanese Magazine,' providing a stylish and high-quality upgrade to your IG stories. It's time to share and have fun with your friends by tagging them to join in on the 'It's Your Turn' sharing trend!
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Reported 10 months ago
Male TV host Small Bell (Zhong Yuncheng) shared on a show about his relationship experience, where he disclosed his ex-girlfriend's impulse shopping habits leading to him footing the bill constantly, including an incident in Thailand where she spent 80,000 on 18 bras and swimsuits. He also mentioned his embarrassment when his girlfriend wore a revealing outfit in front of his father during a meal, causing his father to scold him for bringing such a 'non-serious' person. Small Bell emphasized the importance of monitoring his girlfriend's clothing choices thereafter.
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Reported 10 months ago
A woman surnamed Wu from Nantou left home and went to work in Taoyuan two years ago after a quarrel with her mother and brother. Recently, she traveled to Taichung for job opportunities but faced rejections due to communication issues and slow responses. After three days of hunger, she sought help at the 2nd Precinct Police Station where she collapsed but was later given food and encouragement to reunite with her family in Nantou. This heartwarming story emphasizes the importance of empathy and assistance in challenging times.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 20, 2024, in New Taipei City, the police cracked down on a drug case involving a man who was unemployed and made a living by selling e-cigarette bullets, earning up to 100,000 Taiwanese dollars a month. During a search at his residence, the police found e-cigarette bullets and drug components, confiscating over 4,000 bullets valued at over a million dollars. The man, who was identified by his surname Dong and aged 24, relied on selling e-cigarette bullets for income, purchasing them from upstream suppliers online and reselling them to customers through messaging apps, making a profit each month. Dong claimed ignorance about the e-cigarette bullets containing third-class drug ketamine and was subsequently detained for violating drug control laws. The police warned about the emerging trend of using e-cigarette bullets as a new form of drug abuse and encouraged the public to report any suspicious activities to help combat illegal drug trafficking and maintain social security.
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Reported 10 months ago
The boy band, composed of Chang-ge, Mei, Hans, and Ah Zhong, has been together for 9 years and will have a concert at Zepp New Taipei on the upcoming weekend. During the training camp in the past two weeks, the members have been preparing diligently, with lead singer Mei suffering from heavy menstrual bleeding due to practice stress. Mei plans to showcase a secret weapon - a high-heeled dance performance - during the concert. The band's performance will include beloved hits like 'Everything' and 'Can't Go Back to Memories,' focusing on positive energy and emotional vocals by Mei.
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Reported 10 months ago
Archaeologists recently discovered the oldest liquid grape wine to date in a Roman tomb in southern Spain. Found during renovations in a residential area in Carmona, the jar contained approximately 4.5 liters of pale red liquid confirmed to be wine through chemical analysis. The well-preserved contents, including cremated bones and charred ivory, were sealed in a jar that prevented the liquid from evaporating. This discovery may overturn records of the oldest preserved liquid wine known, providing valuable cultural and scientific insights into Roman burial rituals.
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Reported 10 months ago
Simply Recipes shares a corn salad recipe that includes just four ingredients: sweet corn, green onions, lime juice, olive oil, and seasonings. The author, Sara Haas, emphasizes the importance of using fresh, sweet corn for the best flavor. The salad is easy to make by cooking the corn and combining it with the other ingredients. Additionally, the recipe is versatile and can be customized with additional vegetables and herbs. This refreshing corn salad is perfect for summer meals.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 20, 2024, in the morning at 6:25, the court handed down the judgment to Hou Baiqing. A Taiwanese female master's student surnamed Jiang and her boyfriend surnamed Zhang went to the United States to study, financially supported by Jiang's father, a security guard. When the support was cut off, the couple killed Jiang's father with a hammer out of resentment after returning to Taiwan, and eventually received a life sentence in the first trial. The second trial maintained the original sentence, ruling out the death penalty based on the possibility of rehabilitation and societal reintegration.
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Reported 10 months ago
A Taiwanese university student encountered a parent offering a ridiculously low pay of 500 NT dollars for 3 hours of tutoring a national junior high school student. The student expressed shock at the insulting offer, leading to many netizens condemning the situation as demeaning. Other students shared experiences of receiving higher hourly rates for tutoring, highlighting the unreasonable offer made to the university student. The incident sparked a wave of outrage and disbelief online.
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Reported 10 months ago
Darfon Optoelectronics, a company focusing on broadband network equipment and AIoT, has applied for stock listing, becoming the fourth company in Taiwan to do so this year. Their stock has surged over 40% since being listed on the counter earlier this year. The company, led by CEO Chen Bishuang, is based in New Taipei City's New Taipei Industrial Park. Founded in 1999, their US subsidiary, ACI Communications, Inc., specializes in RF and optical transmission equipment R&D and manufacturing, with RF amplifiers being their main product. Darfon Optoelectronics is a major supplier to US cable operators and holds a strong position in the industry.
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Reported 10 months ago
Lin Yun-Ju, known as the 'Province's Top Player' in Taiwan at 22 years old, expressed his determination to improve his skills and adapt to being targeted by opponents after winning a bronze medal and finishing 4th in men's singles at the previous Tokyo Olympics. He and his mixed doubles partner, Chen Szu-Yu, will participate in the Paris Olympics after warming up at the Bangkok Stars Challenge in early July. Despite feeling unsatisfied with his 4th place finish, Lin remains focused on training and enhancing his performance for the upcoming Olympics.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 20, 2024, at 6:23 am, the original cast of Zhang Xiaoguang, Xu Weining, and Li Mu will star in the suspenseful detective series "Who's the Victim: Season 2", set to have its world premiere at the Taipei Film Festival on the following day. The second season promises increased bloodshed and thrills, with Zhang Xiaoguang playing the former forensic officer Fang Yiren, facing more gruesome crime scenes. The series continues to explore the storyline of Fang Yiren, his daughter, and a new wave of deadly events. The premiere will include the first two episodes and features new cast members like Teng Fei of Japan and Hong Kong, actor Liu Junqian, goddess Su Hailun, and singer Karencici, aiming to replicate the success of four years ago.
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Reported 10 months ago
In June 20, 2024, at 6:22 in the morning, on Kwaitien Road, in Kaohsiung, Police Officer Hong Cheng-cheng of Lingya Precinct aided a panicking citizen who had left her phone in a taxi and was worried about it being taken. The 67-year-old woman had forgotten her phone while charging in the cab, without noting the license plate. Officer Hong patiently gathered information, checked surveillance footage, identified the taxi, and contacted the driver who had brought the phone to the police station. The woman expressed her gratitude toward the police and successfully retrieved her phone from the station.
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