Reported 8 months ago
During the peak season of summer vacation, using high-speed rail joint tickets can really save more! Until September 30, booking stays at selected high-quality hotels from July 1 to September 30 with the 'Hotel Joint Ticket' > 'Take High-Speed Rail - Fun Travel for Kids' project, or purchasing airline tickets on designated routes from four airlines, adding high-speed rail tickets to enjoy a 22% discount on weekdays (Monday to Thursday) and 15% off on weekends (Friday to Sunday) and during rush hours. Business class and standard class reserved seats are all applicable! This summer, for family travel options, choose the high-speed rail 'Hotel Joint Ticket' designated hotels to receive carefully prepared children's gifts at each hotel. Don't miss these special offers when planning your parent-child summer trip!
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Reported 8 months ago
According to Huang Kuo-chang, a legislator of the People First Party, regarding the upcoming 2026 New Taipei City mayoral election, if the party needs him, he will definitely step up for the battle. He expressed that he dislikes simply talking without action and emphasized the importance of party arrangements. Huang also mentioned his support for Chairman Ko Wen-je to run again in 2028 and highlighted the necessity for his party to be actively involved in the upcoming elections to secure future positions.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 15, 2024, the Minister of National Defense, Gu Li Xiong, will report to the Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee of the Legislative Yuan on the procurement progress and effectiveness of the Sea-Air Power Enhancement Program. The report shows that only the procurement progress of carrier ships lagged, with other projects meeting the standards. The planned projects for missile production and military facilities have progressed as scheduled, with the exception of the Tuo Chiang class ships due to delays in the delivery of STIR radar. The program has received a new budget for 2024 to continue building various equipment and military facilities.
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Reported 8 months ago
宜蘭蘇澳一處民宅發生火警，父子被消防人員救出送醫，但62歲兒子因傷重不治。消防局出動多支隊伍前往救援，破門進入屋內搶救，火警原因待調查釐清。
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Reported 8 months ago
一名34歲獨生女考慮父母未來留下的房子或購屋，但因沒有存款需要家人資助，引起網友熱議。網友紛紛建議如果沒有錢就不要買，認為未來發展應視個人經濟狀況而定。
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Reported 8 months ago
一位80歲患者平時可藉助行器行走，突然感到腹痛，吃胃藥後未見好轉，送急診檢查發現為十二指腸潰瘍穿孔引起的腹膜炎，導致胃酸、胰液、膽汁漏入腹腔。醫師提醒若出現腹痛持續幾天並伴隨發燒，應儘早就醫，以免小病變大病。
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Reported 8 months ago
A woman in Taichung, Taiwan, was mistakenly charged 24 million Taiwanese dollars for a 12,000-dollar birthday meal at a high-end steakhouse in the city. The restaurant immediately acknowledged the error, attributing it to an employee mistakenly entering a business registration number as the amount. It was later discovered that the registration number belonged to a media company, sparking online discussions about the incident. Despite the hefty price tag, the steakhouse has become a popular spot for Taiwan's wealthy clientele, with one person typically spending around 5,000 New Taiwan dollars per meal.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 15, 2024, around 12 p.m., a 60-year-old template worker was found fallen on the scaffolding net on the 10th floor of a construction site next to No. 126 Zhongxiao Road in Linkou District, New Taipei City. Other workers immediately called emergency services, and upon arrival, the victim was assessed as having no breathing or heartbeat. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation was performed on-site before the worker was rushed to Chang Gung Hospital for treatment, but unfortunately, the latest update confirms the worker's passing. This incident adds to the recent string of workplace accidents in Linkou. (Image provided by the public)
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Reported 8 months ago
Legislator Huang Chieh criticized the blue and white parties for attempting to amend the 'Political Parties and Their Affiliated Organizations' Improperly Obtained Property Handling Act', calling the move by the Nationalist Party as the 'country's biggest robbery'. Huang questioned the intentions behind the proposals and urged for the recovery of improper party assets. This comes as the Nationalist Party pushed for an amendment to retrieve 61 plots of land totaling nearly 20,000 ping and 16.3 billion cash improperly acquired by the Youth Salvation Corps through the Nationalist Party, instead of returning them to the state, contrary to the goal set by the Democratic Progressive Party to return party assets to the public. This move has raised concerns and sparked criticism among legislators and citizens.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 15, 2024, at the opening ceremony of the Cross-Strait Forum held in Xiamen, Fujian, Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, Wang Huning, emphasized that 'unity is a blessing, division is a disaster.' He reiterated support for the integration and development demonstration zone across the strait but did not mention any new policies specifically benefiting Taiwan. Wang Huning stressed the historical fact that Taiwan belongs to China and warned that separatist forces advocating for Taiwan independence would only bring disaster and harm to the region. He called for adhering to the principle of 'One China' and the '1992 Consensus' to maintain peace in the Taiwan Strait.
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Reported 8 months ago
Lin Xi Lei, a 48-year-old actress known as a 'sexy goddess,' recently attended a medical aesthetics event in a silver plunging gown, showcasing her fair and ample cleavage. Married to businessman Yang Chen in 2011 and relocating to Shanghai, she made a comeback to the entertainment scene after starring in Netflix series 'Here and Now' and Wong Kar-wai's TV drama 'Blossoms' and Lunar New Year film 'The Gent.' Lin has been maintaining her fit physique through a rigorous exercise routine for a year and a half, involving boxing, tennis, Pilates, and upper body stretching classes. Despite indulging in high-calorie foods like hot pot and Korean fried chicken, she has managed to keep her shape intact, earning praise from her husband as a 'Hot mama,' though her daughters tease her as 'old.' Lin confidently shrugs off negative comments from netizens and even her daughter, showing no concern for online criticisms.
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Reported 8 months ago
The horror film 'Wake up' transforms everyday life scenes into slaughter battlegrounds, with a storyline focusing on environmental issues and a group of young people expressing their eco-friendly demands by wreaking havoc in a furniture store, leading to a gruesome encounter with bloodthirsty security guards. Directed by François Simard, Anouk Whissell, and Yoann-Karl Whissell, the film is set to premiere on June 28. Netizens have been intrigued by the blend of realistic scenarios with the slasher theme, with some pointing out similarities to real-life experiences in home furnishing stores.
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Reported 8 months ago
In line with Tigerair's application to transfer its stock to the mainboard, China Airlines, its holding company with a 90% stake, announced plans to dispose of not more than 37,000 shares at a minimum price of $41 per share, also confirming the continued leasing of 18 aircraft to meet high travel demand. Tigerair, set to complete a year on the Innovative Stock Market, has decided to apply for a mainboard listing expected in the fourth quarter, currently being the profit leader in the aviation sector in Taiwan, earning $1.92 per share in the first quarter of this year, closing at $50.1 yesterday. China Airlines could benefit from a potential stock increase as Tigerair transitions to the mainboard, with experts estimating profits exceeding $1.178 billion due to the sale. However, China Airlines clarified that according to IFRS rules, the difference between the selling price and book value will be reflected as capital reserves, not included in the profit and loss statement, but enhancing net worth and facilitating dividend distribution. Moreover, to address disruptions in the aircraft supply chain and delayed deliveries of new aircraft, China Airlines announced the continued leasing of 8 A330-300 and 10 777-300ER aircraft, amounting to nearly tens of billions of NT dollars.
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Reported 8 months ago
Recently, Western netizens have been likening new generation male actors to mice, a trend that has gained popularity on social media. Initially starting with actor Mike Faist being compared to a dormouse, the trend has expanded to include other actors like Josh O'Connor, Barry Keoghan, Timothee Chalamet, Jeremy Allen White, and Glen Powell. This comparison has even reached major media outlets like The New York Times and The Guardian, with some describing women preferring faithful, non-traditionally handsome, mouse-like partners. Some actors have responded with humor to being called mouse-like, with Glen Powell embracing the comparison by affirming, 'I really am a little water rat. I am a water rat.'
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Reported 8 months ago
陶晶瑩澄清近日遭中國大陸網友指出遭軟禁的謠言，指假新聞指她因投資加密貨幣遭政府拘留，並貼出一張哭花臉照片，但本人親自回應表示這是謊言，並宣傳將在台北舉辦的演出。網友紛紛對謠言表示不相信，直呼貼文太誇張。
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Reported 8 months ago
A recent incident where a five-star hotel in Taitung mistakenly advertised a one-night stay with two meals for just 807 yuan resulted in at least a million dollar loss for the operator. Despite this, the hotel generously admitted the error and decided to honor the bookings, expressing gratitude to tourists for visiting Taitung after a major earthquake. The chairman's hopes to revive tourism in the area were met with positive responses from netizens, appreciating the unexpected bargain but also emphasizing the value of the hotel's services. The incident serves as an opportunity to attract more visitors to Taitung and its local experiences.
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Reported 8 months ago
During the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Whampoa Military Academy, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an highlighted the relationship between the academy and the Republic of China, stating that the legitimacy of Whampoa lies where the Republic of China exists. The special exhibition 'Spirit of the Times of Whampoa's Establishment' was attended by Chiang Wan-an, who emphasized the academy's role in cultivating military talents and upholding principles such as sacrifice, unity, and responsibility in defending the Republic of China, democracy, and Chinese culture.
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Reported 8 months ago
President Tsai Ing-wen of Taiwan recently gave an interview to Time Magazine, emphasizing the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait for global security and prosperity. However, mainland Chinese scholars criticized Tsai for not showing goodwill towards China, leading to a loss of dialogue opportunities. In response, Premier Su Tseng-chang stated that efforts for communication and progress will continue to be strengthened, hoping for mutual development towards a better direction with increased people-to-people exchanges. Premier Su Tseng-chang highlighted Tsai's reaffirmation of Taiwan's sovereignty and the promotion of democratic values, peace, and prosperity in the interview.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 15, 2024, in Taichung, an extravagant wedding motorcade featuring 12 luxury cars worth a total of 300 million NTD was spotted, with the main Rolls-Royce priced at 40 million NTD. The bride broke tradition by tossing a combat knife instead of a fan, joking about her fiery temper. The groom, who deals in supercars and luxury cars, meticulously planned the unforgettable wedding for over a year. The bride, dressed in a bold red gown instead of the traditional white, tossed a combat knife symbolizing shedding her hot-tempered nature.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to a report by Xu Peihua on June 15, 2024, female star Wang Si Jia encountered criticism from netizens last May after showcasing her designer bag collection on a show, which they suspected to be fake. Despite proving the authenticity of the bags through inspection and clearing her name, Wang Si Jia recently tearfully discussed the turbulent period she faced. Her manager expressed concern about her mental state, hinting at a possible diagnosis of PTSD due to the online backlash she received, causing her to struggle with facing others naturally. Wang Si Jia's emotional breakdown sheds light on the impact of the fake bag incident on her well-being.
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Reported 8 months ago
Lien Chan attended the Cross-Strait Forum in Xiamen, Fujian on June 15, 2024, where he stated that a true Taiwanese can also be a righteous Chinese without conflict. He highlighted that 60% of Taiwan's population does not support Taiwan independence and feels resigned to the current situation, urging for reduced hostility between Taiwan and the mainland. Lien Chan's speech focused on maintaining the peaceful and cooperative relationship between the two sides, emphasizing the shared cultural roots and common beliefs between Taiwan and China.
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Reported 8 months ago
At the Cross-Strait Forum in Xiamen, Fujian, the deputy chairman of the Kuomintang, Lien Chan, met with the chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, Wang Huning, acknowledging that the majority of Taiwan's people desire peaceful coexistence and mutually beneficial friendship between both sides, emphasizing the importance of this mainstream opinion. Lien expressed hopes for positive exchanges to continue between the mainland and Taiwan, promoting a positive and sincere relationship. He highlighted the KMT's efforts in facilitating youth exchanges, emphasizing the role of cultural and technological cooperation in promoting peace and ensuring security in the Taiwan Strait. Lien also reaffirmed the KMT's 130-year legacy of upholding values of integrity and promoting peaceful mutual development between both sides.
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Reported 8 months ago
The G7 leaders issued a joint statement emphasizing the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait for international security and prosperity, as well as supporting Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations. The Taiwanese Presidential Office expressed sincere thanks for the support and mentioned the intention to continue cooperating with countries sharing similar values to safeguard democracy, freedom, rule of law, and human rights. The statement also condemned any attempts to change the status quo through force or coercion and expressed concerns over China's actions in the South China Sea obstructing freedom of navigation. Taiwan, being on the front line of the democratic defense, vows to maintain cooperation with like-minded countries despite military threats and economic-political pressures from China, in alignment with universal values. The article highlighted the significance of the G7's continued emphasis on peace in the Taiwan Strait and the first inclusion of support for Taiwan's participation in international organizations in their joint statement, with Taiwan welcoming and appreciating these developments.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 15, 2024, a residence in Su'ao, Yilan suddenly caught fire, trapping a father and son inside. Firefighters rescued the 89-year-old father with 30% second-degree burns, while his 62-year-old son found on the second floor had already passed away. The father is expected to be transferred to another hospital for treatment. The incident is under investigation.
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Reported 8 months ago
根據周刊王CTWANT報導，疾管署表示國內COVID-19病例數增加且進入流行期，65歲以上長者佔疑似病例絕大多數。傳言指稱新冠肺炎口服抗病毒藥莫納皮拉韋缺貨，但疾管署澄清目前藥物庫存充足。新冠XBB疫苗接種人數已達276.4萬人次，並呼籲尚未接種疫苗者趕快施打。
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