Reported 10 months ago
58-year-old Bu Xueliang receives a new mission in 'My Star Village Chief' to fulfill the dreams of the elders in the village by taking graduation photos in their hometown. After taking on the important task of a makeup artist, Bu Xueliang and Yao Yuanhao clash again due to differing opinions, leading to a heated confrontation. Despite various disputes and differences in opinions, the Star Village Chief mission must be completed. Eventually, seeing the happiness of the village's elders upon viewing the final graduation photos, everyone involved is moved and emotional.
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Reported 10 months ago
Reflecting the slow recovery of tourism in South Korea, a new 'Cultural Training Visa' is set to be introduced in the second half of the year to attract foreign visitors interested in learning K-pop and dance, enabling them to stay long-term. This initiative aims to enhance cultural experiences and shopping satisfaction, amid changing consumer patterns that have affected major tax-free stores like Lotte, which recorded significant losses in the first quarter. The move supports the influx of overseas fans into South Korea, contributing to the tourism sector and the economy.
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Reported 10 months ago
A 44-year-old man surnamed Yan in New Taipei City, believed to be under the influence of drugs, was caught carrying a steak knife while loitering around an area in Lujhou. He approached a 25-year-old female shop owner in a boutique, engaging in small talk. The woman later checked the surveillance footage and saw that the man had a knife hidden behind him, prompting her to report the incident to the police. Yan was later apprehended in a supermarket where he was caught stealing items, and authorities found the steak knife in his possession.
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Reported 10 months ago
A double homicide occurred in Chiayi City, involving a 44-year-old man, Chen, who was dissatisfied with his ex-wife's close relationship with a man named Chiu. Suspecting an affair, Chen went to Chiu's residence early in the morning with a ladder, broke in, and fatally stabbed Chiu. Chiu's 24-year-old son tried to intervene and was also injured, but survived. Chen then fled to a motel where he confronted the police, fired two shots, and ultimately chose to take his own life. The tragic love triangle ended in a fatal standoff at the motel.
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Reported 10 months ago
台南官田區發生驚悚車禍，年約20歲的現役軍人宋姓被困車底，頭部重傷且軀體狀況不明，獲救後送往柳營奇美醫院急救。車禍畫面嚇人，救援人員火速前往救援，詳細確認宋男傷勢及狀況。
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Reported 10 months ago
An activist shareholder group has warned that Nippon Steel's acquisition of U.S. Steel risks increasing decarbonisation costs for the Japanese steelmaker. The proposed $15 billion takeover offer faces resistance, and shareholders are calling for an improved decarbonisation strategy to address the impact on climate goals. Nippon Steel plans to share technologies related to decarbonisation with U.S. Steel post-acquisition, aiming to become carbon neutral by 2050. Shareholder activism on climate change is growing in Japan, pushing companies to enhance their emission reduction plans.
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Reported 10 months ago
In a recent post on Dcard, a female netizen shared her frustration about her boyfriend requesting her to fully pay for the house they plan to buy, while having the property solely under his name due to his mother's disapproval of her. This led to a heated argument and eventual breakup between the couple. The post received widespread support from netizens who praised her for ending the relationship, calling the boyfriend a 'mama's boy' and criticizing his unreasonable demands.
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Reported 10 months ago
In Changhua's Shengang, Taiwan, an 80-year-old man was caught on camera waving a scythe on the street, scaring off noisy neighbors who disrupted his sleep past 10 p.m. The elderly man explained that despite calling the police three times with no improvement, he resorted to scaring them away with the scythe. While no one was harmed, the police will investigate the incident for intimidation. The man's wife also mentioned that the neighbors often chat loudly every night, causing discomfort and sleep disturbances.
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Reported 10 months ago
During a heated argument in the Legislative Yuan, blue camp legislator Yeh Yu-chih and green camp legislator Wang Ting-yu clashed over the issue of police authority, with Yeh defending himself against accusations of spreading rumors and being targeted for recall by angry protesters. The confrontation escalated as the two accused each other of misrepresentations and fears over potential recalls, with Yeh emphasizing that he only advocated for police authority within the legislature.
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Reported 10 months ago
Sun Peng's son, Sun Anzuo, and his agent, Zhu Yiming, were taken in for questioning by the Criminal Investigation Bureau in relation to carrying a gas gun at a nightclub in Xinyi District. During the process, Zhu suddenly attacked and assaulted a police officer, leading to being charged with obstructing official duties. Zhu's attempt to request review by the court was rejected, and he was sent back to Xinyi Police Station for further recording. On the morning of the 20th, as Zhu was being transferred to the district prosecutor's office, he continuously shouted about the police's alleged illegal search, claiming to have been injured, and had visited the hospital for examination last night.
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Reported 10 months ago
台北報導指出，台灣立法院會邀請行政院長卓榮泰審查國會改革覆議案。國民黨立委徐巧芯質疑卓榮泰的6項覆議公文和臉書上的7項覆議理由不符，指責其欺騙人民。卓榮泰回應表示，6月6日臉書上所發佈的7項理由只是代表當時的感受。
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Reported 10 months ago
P.O.P. Psychological Enterprise Management Consulting Company's owner Lu Xiujin and Huang Zhenhui, among 7 individuals, were prosecuted on June 17 by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office for violating the Psychologist Act and fraud charges. On June 18, Quanxin Law Firm, Zhongtian International Law Firm, and Boya Law Firm held a press conference criticizing the improper and biased investigation procedures. The lawyers expressed concerns that the proceedings did not provide a fair chance for the accused to defend themselves, with the prosecutors allegedly lacking understanding of the relevant laws, leading to questionable charges endangering academic and religious freedoms.
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Reported 10 months ago
A man surnamed Lin in his 30s from Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City, was beaten by three individuals believed to be seeking revenge, after a conflict at a gathering last month. Lin, fearing that his wanted status would be exposed, jumped into Zhonggang Drainage Ditch to evade the police, along with his companions. The police have identified the suspects and are actively pursuing them for further investigation.
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Reported 10 months ago
A 44-year-old man surnamed Yan in Luzhou District of New Taipei City was caught by police inside a large marketplace after he engaged in strange behavior by flirting with a female arcade machine operator with a knife hidden behind his back. The woman, feeling afraid, reported the incident, leading to Yan's arrest for attempted theft and disruption of public order. The case will be further investigated according to the law.
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Reported 10 months ago
前總統馬英九呼籲總統賴清德誠實面對台灣缺電的國安危機，特別提到總統府邀請童子賢擔任國家氣候變遷對策委員會副召集人，而童子賢多次倡議讓核能成基載電力，與政府「非核家園」政策對立的情況。馬英九表示支持核能立場並指出國際趨勢也逐漸向核能靠攏，呼籲政府務實踐，以確保人民過一個不用擔心停電的夏天。
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Reported 10 months ago
According to a survey released by the Ketagalan Foundation's 'New Taiwan National Policy Think Tank', Legislative Yuan Speaker Han Kuo-yu received a satisfaction rating of 44.1% and a dissatisfaction rating of 49.5%. The survey also revealed that the Blue and White legislative caucuses had dissatisfaction rates of 57.3% for the Kuomintang caucus and 60.4% for the People First Party caucus. The survey sampled 1,089 individuals aged over 20 residing in Taiwan's 22 counties and cities, with a margin of error of ±2.97%.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 20, 2024, Taiwan's stock market opened low but later soared, with various robot concept stocks becoming the focus due to the AI chip leader Huang Renxun of NVIDIA igniting a robot trend. Stocks like BinTai, YingHan, and JingLian hit the daily limit up; DongTai, KunYin, and LuoSheng surged by 9% midday; JunHao rose over 8%; and HuiYou also climbed over 7%. Huang Renxun of NVIDIA showcased a robot army in March, sparking the rise in robot concept stocks. Various other related stocks also showed impressive performance during the day.
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Reported 10 months ago
Dean Fujioka, a well-known Japanese actor, gained popularity in recent years. It was revealed that he has been married for many years to an Indonesian woman named Vanina, who is not from the entertainment industry. Their love story started at a party in Taipei through mutual friends, leading to a romantic relationship spanning countries. After four years of long-distance dating, they got married in Bali in 2012. Despite living in different countries, they welcomed twins in 2014 and later another child, demonstrating their commitment and love. Their relationship has been described as more romantic than many idol dramas.
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Reported 10 months ago
The documentary 'Doin’ My Drugs' directed by Tyler Q Rosen tells the story of musician Thomas Muchimba Buttenschøn, born HIV-positive in Zambia, who uses his music to fight the stigma of HIV/AIDS. The film is available for streaming on Peacock with a premium subscription, offering access to a wide range of entertainment content. To watch, visit PeacockTV.com, choose a payment plan, create an account, and enjoy the documentary that showcases the transformative power of music and advocacy.
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Reported 10 months ago
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Lin Chuyin accused Kuomintang legislator Xu Qiaoxin of advocating 'blue terror' during a questioning session. Xu Qiaoxin retaliated with evidence, stating that Lin Chuyin misrepresented her words and accused the DPP of spreading rumors. Xu emphasized that her original statement was about criticizing government misinformation and ensuring legal and relief procedures were in place, not promoting 'blue terror' as claimed by Lin. The ongoing conflict between the two legislators highlights the political tensions in Taiwan.
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Reported 10 months ago
At the 2024 Golden Melody Awards, Chen Jianwei, known as the Hokkien Song King, almost went blind due to a corneal ulcer, causing a delay in releasing their duet song 'Cheng Jian.' The collaboration between Chen Jianwei and artist Yi Yingliang began when Yi mistakenly announced the wrong winner, which led to their partnership. Despite facing a health scare with a severe eye infection, Chen Jianwei managed to overcome the setback and released their latest song just before the awards. Their accidental encounter at the previous ceremony led to a fruitful collaboration despite the challenges they faced.
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Reported 10 months ago
Amidst a decline in domestic tourism and the impact of earthquakes, the Ministry of Agriculture has launched enhanced tour packages for Taitung County's rural areas, linking villages along the valley and coastal areas to offer experiences like making coasters and bringing home local products. This initiative aims to attract more local tourists for in-depth rural experiences, with hopes of revitalizing the tourism economy in Eastern Taiwan.
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Reported 10 months ago
The controversy over priority seats on public transportation in Taiwan continues following recent incidents of conflicts arising from people refusing to give up seats. Health Minister Chiu Tai-yuan expressed support for retaining priority seats while aiming to improve in two directions by possibly renaming the seats and expanding the eligibility criteria. Chiu emphasized the importance of understanding and harmonizing between generations and considering the actual needs of individuals. Efforts to revise the law related to priority seats had previously been presented to the legislature for review, but more consensus-building is needed for further progress.
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Reported 10 months ago
President Lai Ching-te and his cabinet team have been in office for a month, with a recent poll by the New Taiwan National Policy Foundation showing that 56% of the people are satisfied with President Lai's governance, while 24% are dissatisfied. The approval rating for Premier Cho Rong-tai is also at 53%. Among cabinet members, Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung has the highest satisfaction rating, followed by Defense Minister Gu Li-hsiung and Minister of Economic Affairs Guo Zhihui. President Lai, Premier Cho's approval ratings are both above half, indications of their positive performance during this period of evaluation.
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Reported 10 months ago
Google announced the shutdown of Google Podcast last year, with the service scheduled to end on Sunday, June 23. Over 500 million users are advised to backup and transfer their subscription content before the service ends. Google Podcast, which was launched in 2018, will be merged with YouTube and YouTube Music. Users have until July 29 to access and backup content before migration becomes impossible. Google will provide a migration tool for users to download their subscriptions into a file for uploading to compatible podcast applications.
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