Reported 7 months ago
The Ministry of Culture is offering 1,002 free tickets for the 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony, featuring a star-studded lineup and performances by renowned artists like Wang Leehom and Coco Lee. The application period is from June 15th to June 17th, where individuals can apply online and tickets will be distributed via a computerized lottery system. Ticket collection for those selected will be from June 19th to June 25th, with additional onsite ticket distribution if there are remaining tickets. A fantastic opportunity for music fans to attend this grand event!
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Reported 7 months ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony invited Wang Leehom to sing in memory of the late A-Mei, sparking outrage among netizens due to Leehom's past controversies, prompting A-Mei's official fan club to respond. Despite opposition from netizens calling for a replacement, Minister of Culture Li Yuen emphasized the need to respect the production team's expertise and the family's wishes. A-Mei's fan club expressed gratitude for the tribute, appreciating the recognition on the eve of her passing and 30th debut anniversary, while acknowledging the arrangements made by the Awards. The response letter contained 159 words, thanking supporters for their warmth and respect.
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Reported 7 months ago
國民黨立委徐巧芯被指牽涉大姑夫妻及友人詐團洗錢案，甚至被控涉及潛艦、回饋、內線交易等案件，而指控源於前海軍顧問郭璽表示，若屬實，賄款可能來自中共、台灣內部賣台勢力或未得標廠商。徐巧芯回應指稱郭璽的指控是胡說八道並表示「我是一定會提告的」，強調將對其提告，並形容這些指控為被動收入。
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 14, 2024, Kuomintang and Democratic Progressive Party lawmakers have been mobilizing to explain the National Congress Empowerment Act with a vote scheduled for the 21st. During questioning, DPP legislator Chiu Yi-ying suggested that if the vote fails, the Executive Yuan should hold explanation sessions in rural areas, to which Premier Cho Jung-tai expressed optimism that the case would pass, stating faith in human nobility. However, he was met with a retort from Chiu Yi-ying, emphasizing their political differences and the difficulty of the case not passing. The article highlights the contrasting views regarding the potential outcome of the case and calls for thorough public communication in case of failure, illustrating the ongoing parliamentary debates and political tensions.
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Reported 7 months ago
Yahoo Finance journalist Chen Yimin reports on the trending topic today in the Taiwanese stock market, focusing on construction stocks and discussions sparked by netizens on social media platforms. Despite the Central Bank's recent credit tightening measures, construction stocks like Da-Jiang (1453), Unilumin (1808), Nien Made (2442), China State Construction (2501), and Full Bright Construction (2509) saw significant gains ranging from 3% to 8.7%. Experts, including Huang Wenqing from Taishin Securities, caution investors that the impact of the Central Bank policy is still unfolding, advising investors to watch out for potential market fluctuations post-dividend distributions.
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Reported 7 months ago
Premier Chen Rong-tai went to the Legislative Yuan for questioning this morning (6/14). DPP legislator Chiu Yi-ying pointed out that the parliament's expansion of powers bill, which was forced through by the opposition parties, is likely to fail during the review, suggesting that Chen Rong-tai should lead the Executive-Legislative team to explain the unconstitutional and illegal aspects of the bill to the public. Although Chiu Yi-ying expressed doubts, Chen Rong-tai remained determined, stating that regardless of the outcome, he intends to move forward with the review. Chiu Yi-ying emphasized the importance of communication and public explanation, drawing on past experiences with reversing public opinion through explanations during the previous government's term. Chen Rong-tai is urged to prepare for such public engagement should the review fail.
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Reported 7 months ago
A 45-year-old technician in Taichung, Mr. Hong, suffered an acute myocardial infarction while playing baseball due to his high levels of blood lipids and glucose from enjoying BBQ and desserts. He collapsed unconscious, showing symptoms of heart attack, but was saved by CPR from friends at the nearby hospital. The hospital's heart team successfully performed emergency heart catheterization and stent placement surgery within 72 minutes, ultimately saving him from a near-death experience caused by the myocardial infarction. Mr. Hong was advised to avoid strenuous activities and to undergo regular cardiovascular check-ups following his recovery.
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Reported 7 months ago
In Tamsui, New Taipei City, a man recently caused a commotion by smashing a water bottle and pushing over a motorcycle after feeling that the rider did not yield to pedestrians. The incident escalated into a dispute between the man and the motorcyclist, leading to the intervention of the police's rapid response unit. Both parties accused each other of assault, with the man facing additional charges of property damage, obstruction of freedom, and defamation for knocking over the motorcycle. The situation involved a physical altercation between the two individuals, ultimately resulting in legal action.
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Reported 7 months ago
G7高峰会第一天结束，各国领袖达成协议，将利用俄国被冻结资产的收益，提供乌克兰约1.6兆台币的贷款。泽连斯基与美国签署历史性的10年安全协议，美国将提供军事援助和训练，被视为乌克兰加入北约的桥梁。此外，日本也与乌克兰签署了一份10年安全协议，包含提供约台币1457亿元支援。
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Reported 7 months ago
At the shareholders' meeting of Taiwan Plastic Corp. today, Chairman Chen Baolong expressed optimism about the future market, expecting a better second half of the year compared to the first. Despite various global economic challenges faced last year, Chen pointed out positive factors such as reduction in oil supply, oil price stabilization due to conflicts, and increased profit margins for the company. Looking ahead, Chen anticipates better performance in the second half of the year driven by the peak oil consumption season and potential U.S. interest rate cuts.
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Reported 7 months ago
Female fitness brand 'Curves' is organizing the third annual 'Goddess Muscle Gain Weight Loss Challenge' from July 1st to September 30th, encouraging women to focus on muscle gain and weight loss through exercise, nutrition, and professional guidance. The champion has the chance to win 100,000 NTD, with a total prize pool of 180,000 NTD. The challenge aims to promote the importance of muscle training for weight loss and overall health. In the past two years, the competition helped women lose a combined weight equivalent to 40 motorcycles and gained 1941 kilograms of muscle.
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Reported 7 months ago
Chen Tingxuan, from the drama 'Atomic Youngsters,' has been invited to serve as the ambassador for the 'KPOP Idol Training 2024 Dream Training Camp' and will attend short-term trainee training at the BORN Star Entertainment Training Academy in Korea at the end of July, where stars like Kim Se-jeong and Kang So-hwi from KARA, INFINITE, Wanna One, WEKIMEKI, I.O.I, aespa's Karina, and actor Lee Da-hwan were nurtured. Chen Tingxuan, who has been in the industry for 5 years, is excited to learn the authentic Korean trainee methods and improve his performance skills quickly through this opportunity.
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Reported 7 months ago
Zhan sisters secured the women's doubles gold medal at the Hangzhou Asian Games last year. Following Taiwanese tennis queen Hsieh Su-wei announcing her partnership with 20-year-old Cao Jiayi for the Paris Olympics, Zhan Haoqing has also submitted a request to the Chinese Taipei Tennis Association to compete in Paris with her sister Zhan Yongran instead of the more frequent partner Wu Fangxian. Netizens expressed sympathy for Wu Fangxian being 'dropped,' as she closed her Instagram page, raising speculation. Zhan Haoqing, currently ranked 28th in women's doubles, aims to challenge the Olympics for the third consecutive time with her sister Zhan Yongran. Despite Zhan Yongran's lack of recent competition and a drop in world ranking to 147 due to injury, she secured entry with a protected ranking of 35. The association is also registering for men's singles and men's doubles events to maximize participation opportunities.
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Reported 7 months ago
Taoyuan City Councilor Sun Yunxuan, known as the 'Gui Shan Jolin Tsai,' apologized after parents noticed what appeared to be her black underwear peeking out from under her long skirt during a preschool graduation ceremony. Sun explained she had attended 15 graduation ceremonies that day and rushed to get dressed, inadvertently causing her undergarment to show. She clarified that it was a black lining and promised to be more careful in the future. While delivering her speech, some parents found her attire inappropriate for a legislator, sparking discussions. Sun publicly apologized twice and urged the focus to remain on the children graduating, expressing embarrassment over the unintentional exposure.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 13, 2024, British renowned clairvoyant Julie Poole shared her near-death experience and prophecy on the YouTube channel 'Life After Life.' Poole, who had a near-death experience of visiting heaven for 3 days, was told by an angel during that time that 'the golden age of humanity is coming.' The clairvoyant predicted that between 2012 and 2032, a 20-year period marks the beginning of a new golden age that will come after 2032. Poole also mentioned encounters with angels during her near-death journey and highlighted a future of equality and eradication of falsehood and corruption. Despite skepticism and caution about folklore, Poole's insights have intrigued many online users.
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Reported 7 months ago
Chinese tourists can be sensitive to feeling discriminated against for any small matter, as seen in a recent incident where a Chinese tourist in Japan was denied a seat at a restaurant's bar area due to prior reservations but found it unoccupied when leaving. The tourist speculated that perhaps the service staff did not want Chinese patrons to sit there, feeling discriminated against. Despite ongoing tensions, Chinese travelers continue to visit Japan, engaging in activities like dining on seafood despite concerns over nuclear wastewater disposal. This incident sparked debate online with mixed reactions from netizens.
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Reported 7 months ago
In Taipei's Wanhua District, a dispute over an unreturned phone led a man named Chen to fire a riot gun from his home's window at Lee, fortunately missing. Chen was fined NT$5,000 by the Taipei District Court for violating the Social Order Maintenance Act. Police confiscated two riot guns and a steel ball, and urged the public to refrain from resorting to unlawful actions during conflicts and to report incidents to 110 for police intervention to avoid criminal liability.
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Reported 7 months ago
J.D. Martinez hit his first career walk-off home run in his 13th season with the Mets, leading them to a 3-2 victory over the Marlins. Despite the surprise at the milestone, Martinez's homer brought relief to the team after a series of tough losses. The Mets, now just three games out of the Wild Card spot, hope this win will kickstart a winning streak as they face the San Diego Padres next.
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Reported 7 months ago
民眾黨主席柯文哲在黨團會議後表示，《財劃法》將是朝野下一個爭執的戰場；他指責民進黨雙標，在野時要修法卻執政後發現財政控制權太大。《財劃法》修法備受關注，地方政府希望提高自主性，批評集中資源導致地方資源不公平分配，希望建立制度化公式。
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Reported 7 months ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards on June 29 at Taipei Arena will pay tribute to the late Mandopop diva CoCo Lee. Wang Leehom has been invited to perform, but due to his previous marriage controversy, the matter has sparked discussions online. Minister of Culture Li Yuan responded to this issue by stating that they have heard all opinions and will communicate with the family soon while also respecting their wishes.
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Reported 7 months ago
A recent study by the National Health Research Institutes found that lowering high blood sugar can reduce the risk of severe enterovirus complications, especially in children. The research suggests that controlling blood sugar levels can improve survival rates and minimize brain damage caused by the virus. The study highlights the importance of monitoring blood sugar levels in infected individuals to prevent severe complications, particularly in cases of enterovirus 71 infections.
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Reported 7 months ago
Recent controversy arose as the 35th Golden Melody Awards announced Wang Leehom, who has been embroiled in marriage scandals, as the performer to pay tribute to the late diva A-Mei, leading to backlash from Taiwanese netizens despite being chosen by A-Mei's family. Responding to the dispute, Minister of Culture Li Yuen stated that the production unit would communicate with the family once more, respecting their wishes and professionalism. A-Mei's tribute at the awards ceremony commemorates her passing last year and the personal struggles she endured, including her battle with depression and unpublicized breast cancer, sparking sympathy and highlighting ongoing issues such as bullying and marital infidelity. The decision to involve Wang Leehom, facing controversies of infidelity and soliciting, was deemed inappropriate by some, fueling claims of 'playing with fire'. Li recognized the differing opinions and assured that the production unit will work closely with the family's intentions to honor A-Mei's legacy amidst the ongoing debate.
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Reported 7 months ago
Singer Wang Leehom, known for past infidelity scandals, is invited to perform at the upcoming Golden Melody Awards organized by the Ministry of Culture, leading to criticism from media personality Weekly Kuo. Kuo mockingly suggests inviting opposition party Kuomintang legislator Gao Jinsumei to sing a pro-Xi Jinping song and receive a lifetime achievement award. Minister Li Yuan responds, acknowledging the various opinions and promising further communication with the production team and Wang Leehom's family. Amidst the controversy, the event is set for June 29 in Taipei, with protests against Wang's invitation from some, including DPP councilor Hsu Shu-hua. Kuo also suggests a performance involving other artists instead of Wang. Li Yuan assures that the Ministry is considering the feedback received and will consult with the parties involved.
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Reported 7 months ago
Located in the Wawushan Scenic Area of Hongya County, Meishan City, Sichuan Province, China, the beauty of the area with 108 springs, over 70 waterfalls, including the Lanxi Waterfall with a drop of 1040 meters, drew many visitors. However, tragedy struck when a female tourist was fatally hit by rocks falling from above while admiring the waterfall. Despite attempting to avoid it, the falling rocks struck her head causing severe injuries. She was pronounced dead on the scene, sparking an investigation into the incident by local authorities.
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Reported 7 months ago
In response to urban development along the Tamsui River in New Taipei City, the Coastal Administration and Wild At Heart Association have collaborated to set up Tamsui and Bali Friendly Crustacean Passageways during the land crab breeding season to prevent them from crossing roads directly, ensuring the crabs can safely return home. This initiative has shown success in reducing roadkill incidents and guiding crabs back to their natural habitat. Public are advised to slow down while cycling along the Tamsui and Bali cycling paths to protect the crabs from accidentally crossing the roads.
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