Reported about 1 year ago
A post celebrating 8964 graduates by Lanzhou University, one of China's top universities, on their official social media account sparked controversy due to the sensitivity of the number '8964,' which closely resembles the date of the June 4th Tiananmen Square incident in 1989, a term the Chinese Communist Party forbids. This coincidence led to widespread attention from the local community. Netizens commented on the situation, with many suggesting that the university leadership would face consequences for the oversight, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny and control on sensitive political terms in China.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
A student from Yuan Ze University in Taiwan recently placed their pet turtle on a sushi plate while dining at Sushiro, and posted the video online with the caption 'Sushi Fatty Pack.' This behavior received backlash online, with many criticizing the act for being unhygienic and inappropriate. Sushiro has announced through their lawyer that they have the consumer's information and are considering taking legal action due to concerns over food safety and damage to their reputation. The restaurant has enhanced utensil cleaning and disinfected measures to ensure dining safety.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Scammers in Taiwan have been sending fake water and electricity bill collection messages with phishing links to deceive people into clicking and submitting personal information like credit card numbers. To combat this, Taiwan's Water Corporation and Electricity Company, in collaboration with the government, have initiated the '111 Short Code SMS' policy, where official messages will be sent from the central number '111' to urge recipients to verify before responding to prevent falling victim to fraud. Recently, a man surnamed Zhan lost 60,000 Taiwan Dollars due to entering his credit card information in a fraudulent water bill payment link. Authorities are cautioning the public to be vigilant as the scam tactics evolve.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
During the 'Bluebird Action' gathering outside the Legislative Yuan, water cooling fans were set up to combat the heat, but it was discovered that the fans were manufactured in mainland China, sparking criticism from the public. Some netizens mocked the situation, emphasizing the philosophical debate of whether a neutral stance on Chinese products is possible. The controversy led to discussions about political stances and the distinction between products made in mainland China and the Chinese Communist Party, with humorous references from 'A Chinese Odyssey'.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The proposal by the Executive Yuan to amend the Parliament's powers was rejected on June 24, 2024, leading President Lai Ching-te to hold a press conference where he announced his intent to petition for constitutional interpretation and temporary measures. Zhao Shaokang, former director of Broadcasting Corporation of China, criticized that the association between the failure of the Executive Yuan's review and Lai's confidence is due to the control over the constitutional interpretation results wielded by individuals appointed by the ruling party. Zhao further mentioned Lai's disregard for his promises and misuse of constitutional procedures for political ends, alongside the need for a balance of power between branches of government. Lai's actions have sparked discussions of potential constitutional crisis and a power struggle between the presidency and legislature.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Ice Hockey Band will hold a concert at ZEPP in Taipei in August and collaborate with animated character Bajie from the film 'Journey to the West: Reunion' to release a new song 'Gimme Gimme Love.' They announced a new song 'HERO' in collaboration with YouTuber Jia Bao, with Grass Ye and members of Eye Central TV appearing in the music video. Jia Bao becomes a hidden member of the band, as they have been friends and translated their ideas into reality, blending 80s Hard Rock with Ice Hockey's unique passionate style. Jia Bao's three sisters once announced split, surprisingly appeared in the music video. The collaboration fulfills Jia Bao's guitar dream and fills the band's need for a guitarist, with humorously claiming Jia Bao as their 'hidden member' depending on his guitar practice frequency.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Ryoko Shinohara and Baka Dancer's co-starring in the Japanese drama 'YIPS' was recommended by the two during a cross-sea interview with Taiwanese viewers. Shinohara's most unforgettable memory in Taiwan was being kissed on stage, surprising Baka Dancer. The two actors expressed their joy in collaborating, with Baka Dancer mentioning that working with writer Ryu Kono made him agree to act without even seeing the script. Shinohara, who often visited Taiwan in the 1990s, also brought up the humorous incident of contracting hay fever due to an icy scene in the drama.
Source: COM
Reported about 1 year ago
Japanese politician Renho, a senator from the Constitutional Democratic Party, announced her candidacy for Tokyo Governor in May 2024, sparking a hotly contested race against the incumbent Yuriko Koike. However, her office received threatening fax messages warning of assassination, acid attacks, and bombings by unidentified individuals. Renho reported the threats to the police, who are investigating the matter. The threats have raised concerns for her safety, especially following the street stabbing of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in July 2022. Renho's office condemned the threats as a challenge to democracy and stated they will take measures to ensure her safety during campaign events.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Due to heavy rain, ground operations at Songshan Airport were suspended for an hour, affecting flights, as Taipei and New Taipei experienced heavy rain and the Central Weather Bureau issued a 'severe thunderstorm immediate message.' The Bureau warned of intense rainfall, thunderstorms, strong gusts above level 9, hail, rising river levels, flooding in low-lying areas, and poor visibility in specified areas. The aviation authorities advised caution in driving and walking due to the slippery roads and low visibility, and urged passengers to stay informed about flight delays caused by the thunderstorms. Several flights to and from Songshan Airport could experience delays, with related airports also affected due to the weather conditions.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, at around 3:30 am, a 22-year-old American man went missing while playing in the water at Ship Sails Rock in Kenting, Pingtung County. Emergency personnel were dispatched, and despite being rescued with no vital signs, he was swiftly taken to the hospital for treatment. Details of the incident are still under investigation. The man, part of a group of 7 to 8 Americans playing in the water, was suspected to have been caught in offshore currents, leading to the drowning accident. CPR was administered immediately upon being brought ashore before he was taken to Hengchun Tourist Hospital. Further investigation is ongoing to ascertain the exact cause of the tragedy.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Recently, the Chinese State Council's Taiwan Affairs Office, along with the Supreme People's Court and the Ministry of Public Security, held a press conference to announce their 'punishment for Taiwan Independence opinions,' stating that advocating or promoting Taiwan independence could lead to criminal charges. Wang Wanyu criticized China's self-indulgent textual attacks, stating that Taiwan no longer takes such rhetoric seriously and finds it foolish and humorous. She highlighted the importance of democracy in Taiwan for individual freedom and criticized China's authoritarian regime. Additionally, she suggested that China's intimidation tactics will not hinder Taiwan's tranquility and beauty.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Taipei City Government's Military Service Bureau announced that a joint military-civil defense air defense exercise in the northern region (Wanan No. 47) is scheduled for July 23. The city will conduct a 30-minute alarm transmission, evacuation, traffic control, and other practical drills. Inspection teams have been checking air defense evacuation facilities since mid-June to ensure compliance with regulations. Penalties will be imposed on individuals or groups not cooperating during the exercise. Various city departments have been preparing for the exercise to enhance public awareness and education on civil defense.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Ren Xianqi spent his birthday during his tour in Chengdu with two concerts as part of the 'Qi Ji 2024 World Tour Concert'. He expressed his wish for everyone around him to be healthy and happy, instructing his staff not to organize any celebrations or give him gifts. Although he prefers a simple life as he grows older, he felt touched by the birthday wishes from his fans during the concert. Ren Xianqi shared his gratitude for the support of his dreams coming true and mentioned plans to celebrate with his mother back in his hometown after finishing work.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, the Taiwan stock market closed at 22,813.70 points, dropping 439.69 points, or 1.89%. Despite the overall decline, 23 stocks saw a limit up, with Clouded Leopard Energy (6869) leading the way with a 32.37% increase. Investors enthusiastically cheered on the performance of Clouded Leopard Energy amidst the market turmoil. NVIDIA's plan to set up supercomputing and R&D centers in Taiwan, procuring billions of green energy, also contributed to the positive sentiment in the market.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, at 3:29 AM, the South African rand, which had depreciated significantly previously, showed signs of improvement after the recent elections. If this positive trend continues, investment experts believe it is worth keeping an eye on for potential investment opportunities.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The reserve requirement ratio, which is the amount of funds that banks must hold in reserve, can have a slight cooling effect on the real estate market, potentially exerting a more precise influence compared to interest rate hikes when adjusted by the central bank. This article was published on June 24, 2024 at 3:29 AM on The Wallet Warrior.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The article discusses China's ongoing united front work towards Taiwan, now extending to co-opting 'internet celebrities' to broaden the scope of online perception warfare. While it may seem advantageous to enlist Taiwanese internet celebrities for propaganda and united front efforts, the risks involved in changing a celebrity's image from entertaining to politically aligned are high, potentially leading to loss of followers. Moreover, the tactics and conditions offered by Chinese media companies approaching Taiwanese celebrities raise suspicions about their intentions and effectiveness. The article also highlights an incident where a Taiwanese photographer faced repercussions in China despite a previous internet celebrity's praise for the country, demonstrating the unpredictability and complexities of such engagements.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Japanese printing company Osaka Sealing faced public scrutiny from the Fair Trade Commission for compelling 36 outsourced designers to redo designs for free over 24,600 times within just a year and a half. The company, known for producing labels and packaging for food containers, has now settled overdue revision fees totaling 9.84 million yen with the designers. The commission highlighted the excessive demands placed on the designers and cautioned the company to avoid repeating such actions in the future.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
勇士可能會在自由市場前買斷現年39歲的保羅，讓他成為自由球員。洛杉磯的快艇和湖人都表示有意簽下保羼。保羼在2021年曾簽署一份4年1.2億美元的合約，但他的未來仍然懸而未決。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Source: BARRONS
Reported about 1 year ago
A 23-year-old man surnamed Liu from Taoyuan had his motorcycle license plate suspended for speeding violations, so he decided to use fake plates made by someone else for convenience. This led to the original owner of the plate, a man surnamed Chen, receiving multiple speeding tickets. After Chen reported the stolen license plate online, the police tracked down Liu and caught him red-handed with the fake plates. Chen had already received one physical ticket and found three more speeding tickets and one severe speeding ticket online. Police are investigating the case and remind the public not to resort to illegal means for convenience.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
余天與李亞萍希望獲得外孫的監護權，日前在法院進行調解，與陳鑒透過視訊初步協商，但目前仍未有共識。兩位夫妻表示願意照顧兩個孩子，希望能在溝通中達成共識，但陳鑒尚在考慮中。李亞萍也提到不願過多干涉陳鑒的私生活，但仍願意協助小孩成長及教育。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
As of 2:40 pm on June 24, 2024, the Central Meteorological Administration issued a severe heavy rain advisory for 12 counties and cities, with the mountainous areas of Hsinchu County under a heavy rain warning expected to continue until tonight. Taoyuan City and Hsinchu County also issued thunderstorm warnings, alerting low-lying areas to prevent flooding. Afternoon convective cloud systems are developing vigorously, potentially bringing intense rainfall in a short period. The public is advised to be cautious of lightning, strong gusts of wind, landslides, rockfalls, and flash floods in mountainous areas, and to prevent water accumulation in low-lying areas.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, people near the Choku industrial park in Taichung reported seeing white smoke and smelling pungent plastic odors, fearing for their health. Legislator Yang Chiung-yung invited relevant units to the scene to urge companies to take social responsibility seriously in pollution prevention efforts. The Environmental Protection Bureau responded by installing 24-hour surveillance cameras at the request of several district chiefs, who also suggested providing reporting channels for timely detection and inspection of any abnormal situations. It was found that water vapor conditions caused a misty effect due to natural factors in the cooling water tower vents. Cases of suspected air pollution involving similar water vapor mist have been reported in the Choku, Wuci, and Dali industrial areas. The Environmental Protection Bureau plans to collaborate with Choku in the future using AI and IoT devices to detect volatile organic gases. Residents raised concerns about air pollution caused by factory emissions, waste disassembly, and burning at night, urging the authorities to uncover the culprits behind the pollution. Legislator Yang emphasized the importance of clean air for public health, proposing the implementation of AI intelligent image recognition systems to monitor major emission sources in Choku parks. City councilor Chiu Ai-shan welcomed new companies to set up factories in Choku for economic development but emphasized not at the expense of residents' health, supporting the installation of a 24-hour surveillance system.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, at 4:36 am, police raided and arrested 17 suspects in New Taipei City. The raid was in response to reports of a complex residential unit suspected of drug-related and illegal gambling activities. The main suspect, Wang, attempted to dispose of drugs and an MP5 submachine gun by throwing them to a neighboring building but was caught by outside police officers. The suspects were arrested and the case is under investigation for drug and firearm offenses.
Source: YAHOO