Reported about 1 year ago
According to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there is a rapid increase in confirmed cases of the latest KP.3 variant of the coronavirus, with the proportion of KP.3 cases rising from 25% to 33.1% in the past two weeks. While the overall situation is not out of control, the CDC emphasizes caution as the summer increases human interactions, increasing the risk of virus transmission. The CDC spokesperson mentioned that the KP.3 variant is expected to become a major cause of COVID-19 infections. With 39 states in the US experiencing a rise in new cases, especially in California, Nevada, Arizona, and Hawaii, the CDC recommends early vaccination with the upcoming new vaccine expected to provide better protection against variants, possibly by September.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A fire broke out on Zhongshan Road in Hualien City yesterday, followed by another fire at the intersection of Zhongshan Road and Gongzheng Street today, affecting four buildings and taking around 3 hours for police and firefighters to control. There were two consecutive fire incidents in Hualien City, prompting the deployment of hundreds of police and firefighters who faced heavy mental and physical strain, yet fortunately without major casualties. The fires were intense due to windy conditions and affected multiple buildings, with the causes under investigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A fire broke out at a snack shop on Gongzheng Street in Hualien City, causing extensive damage to the wooden structure with metal cladding due to the wind. The fire spread to adjacent shops, resulting in 3 injuries. Despite efforts to control the blaze, it continued burning until the afternoon. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A woman in Changhua collapsed while hiking due to heatstroke with limbs twitching and respiratory failure, arriving at the hospital with a body temperature of 40.9°C. The extreme heat across Taiwan, especially reaching a feeling of 45°C, has led to multiple cases of heat-related incidents, including a Thai woman who fainted while hiking due to the scorching temperatures, emphasizing the importance of staying hydrated, cooling down, and avoiding direct sunlight during this heatwave.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A factory in Dayuan District, Taoyuan, suddenly caught fire in the afternoon on June 23, 2024, with flames quickly spreading and thick black smoke rising like a giant dragon, visible even from Freeway 3. Witnesses mentioned continuous sounds of explosions at the scene. The fire department received numerous emergency calls and dispatched personnel and vehicles to the scene for firefighting. No casualties have been reported so far, and the exact cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwanese actress Kettie Yu, formerly known as Kettie Fei, revealed her struggles with thigh and saddlebag fat despite efforts in losing weight and exercising. She opted to undergo liposuction to address the issue. Surprisingly, she did not experience the common post-surgery complications like unevenness or severe pain. After successfully filming 'Gatao' and working with renowned directors, she is thrilled about her recent collaborations and feels like she hit the jackpot in her career.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 23, 2024, at 4:24 AM, a male high school student, Liu Zheqi, suspected to have been electrified collapsed, and the teachers and students on-site hesitated to rescue him. In a high school in Tambon Kham Dong, Trang Province, Thailand, a fatal incident occurred during a sports event. The male student tried to switch off a water dispenser and was electrocuted, falling to the ground. Despite many teachers and students present during the accident, they were afraid of being electrocuted and delayed their rescue efforts. By the time the student was finally taken to the hospital, it was too late. Video footage shared on a local Thailand Facebook page shows the incident and the delayed rescue response. The preliminary suspicion is that the water dispenser and tap were leaking electricity, compounded by the rainy weather causing a moist environment, leading to the fatal electrocution accident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 23, 2024, South Korean actresses IU and Song Hye Kyo delighted fans with a heartwarming photo together on Instagram, showcasing their beauty and mutual support. IU, known as the 'National First Love,' and Song Hye Kyo, who earned the title through her role in the hit drama 'Autumn in My Heart,' are set to potentially collaborate in the upcoming drama 'Will Urban Fantasy Come True,' written by the renowned scriptwriter Kim Yi Soo.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A 48-year-old woman in Australia, Rouba Naboulsi, went to the hospital due to worsening abdominal pain and discovered a surgical metal clip in her intestines during an MRI scan, suspected to have been left inside during a surgery in 1997. She is suing Auburn Hospital for negligence, claiming that the metal clip had been causing severe pain and affecting her daily life. The hospital denies responsibility, citing the possibility of the clip being from a previous cesarean section. Local health authorities have requested further submissions from both parties for ongoing litigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Actress Tang Yu (Tang Fei), known for her role in the series 'The Gangs.', recently attended a medical beauty clinic as one-day manager, where she disclosed her struggles with thigh and saddlebag fat. Tang Yu opted for liposuction surgery to address the issue, gaining newfound confidence in her legs and expressing relief that post-surgery complications she had feared didn't occur. After collaborating with famous directors like Xiao Yaquan and Wu Nianzhen, Tang Yu shared her excitement at acting alongside Wu Nianzhen again, feeling like she had won the lottery.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A fire broke out at a four-story tin factory in Daxi District, Taoyuan City, with thick smoke and flames reported on the second and third floors. 72 firefighters, 28 fire trucks, and 2 ambulances were dispatched to the scene. Currently, efforts to extinguish the fire are ongoing, with no reported injuries or trapped persons. The factory produces fire doors and various residential doors, urging the public to stay away from the area to avoid obstructing rescue operations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Due to heavy rain in the afternoon, the parking elevator at Success High School in Taipei turned into a 'waterfall cave', with severe flooding inside making it impossible for students to use. Despite no flooding incidents reported in the city, the elevator continued to leak water, prompting people to opt for the stairs. The issue was attributed to the drainage system's inability to handle the sudden downpour, offering a quirky analogy to the importance of rainwater management.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Palantir Technologies has experienced significant growth, with its value surpassing $50 billion and showing promise for the future as AI technology becomes more essential. However, transitioning to a trillion-dollar market cap by 2030 presents a considerable challenge. Despite its solid revenue growth and potential with AI, reaching such a high valuation will require consistent and exceptional growth year over year. Realistic expectations should be set, considering factors like competition, pricing, and market conditions. While Palantir may eventually achieve this milestone, it is unlikely within the next six years, though it remains a strong player in the market with promising fundamentals.
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Reported about 1 year ago
在《新說唱2024》節目中，頑童MJ116成員大淵以〈Phat Life(過得爽爽)〉表現強勁，與C2C雙人組合對決。范丞丞直言大淵可以收工吃飯，獲得現場一致好評，最終以75票輸給C2C的121票。
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Reported about 1 year ago
During a parliamentary session on June 21, legislator Xu Zhijie criticized the appearance of a member holding a Nazi flag at a rally supporting the Kuomintang outside the Legislative Yuan. He questioned the affiliation of the member and accused the Nationalist Party of being linked to Nazis. The debate escalated with the alleged display of a DPP membership card by the head of the German Old Mark Association participating in the rally. Xu Zhijie raised four doubts, suggesting a potential collaboration between the nationalist group and the KMT. Both parties accused each other of double standards, with the DPP clarifying the member's disassociation from the party. Xu Zhijie also questioned the KMT's stance on anti-vaccine sentiments displayed at the rally.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 23, 2024, in Changhua, a female delivery driver collided with a Porsche. This unfortunate incident was captured on cam and spread online, revealing that the Porsche was valued at $7 million. Even just the repair cost for the bumper could amount to tens of thousands of dollars. Netizens expressed sympathy for the delivery driver, joking that at this rate, she might end up poorer the more deliveries she makes. The police clarified that the accident was caused by the driver's sweat dripping into her eyes, and fortunately, no injuries were reported. The female driver apologized for her mistake, while the Porsche owner remains low-key, waiting for an estimate from the manufacturer for repair costs.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former military spokesperson Luo Shaohe criticized the seating arrangement at the 100th anniversary celebration of the Army Officer School on June 23, 2024, stating that the arrangement lacked the spirit and tradition of the Huangpu Military Academy, with no etiquette or sense of propriety. Luo, now the Executive Director of the Andre Charity Association, condemned the positioning of senior veterans while junior officials occupied prominent seats, highlighting the importance of upholding traditional values in the face of military threats from mainland China.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Boon and He Lung's stand-up comedy world tour 'Hebo Taiwan Madness' made its official landing at the Taipei Arena. Besides their individual 45-minute performances, Boon and He Lung surprised the audience with a joint performance. This marks the second time a Taiwanese stand-up comedy show has been featured at the Taipei Arena, and also the first Chinese comedy showcase produced by Sa Teer Entertainment to reach the venue. With the tour having already visited 9 cities in countries like Japan, the US, and Europe, and with a total attendance of 30,000 people, surpassing last year's record of 20,000, the duo expressed gratitude for the support and plans to expand the Chinese comedy market further in the future. He Lung also revealed plans to fulfill a promise to go to Uganda after the Taipei show, showcasing the global success of their tour which will soon land in South Korea and Singapore-Malaysia regions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to sources, two Deputy Assistant Secretaries of State from the US visited Taiwan and met with Foreign Minister Joseph Wu to discuss countering China's use of UN Resolution 2758 to marginalize Taiwan. The US and Taiwan aim to strengthen cooperation to help Taiwan participate in international organizations and to counter China's efforts to restrict Taiwan's international space. Both sides discussed meaningful participation in UN bodies like the WHO and ICAO, expressing continued support and commitment to expanding international support and making progress. The meeting highlighted the importance of taking proactive measures against China's aggressive stance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
立法院通過「原住民保留地禁伐補償條例」修正案，但總統府尚未實施。原民立委高金素梅指出，行政院原計劃覆議，但改為提出3+3方案。高金素梅質疑政府採取此舉是為了警告在野黨，指出執政的民進黨可能使用此案警示在野黨。行政院遲未公告修正案，高金素梅詢問此舉是否有違法，並質疑覆議理由的真正動機。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 23, 2024, at 4:15 am, German Postbank announced an internal restructuring plan confirming the layoff of 1,000 employees. Postbank, a subsidiary of Deutsche Bank, is transitioning into an online bank, planning to reduce the number of branches from 550 to 320 to cut unnecessary costs. The transformation will lead to job cuts affecting around 1,000 employees, excluding customer service departments. Postbank, established in 1990, was acquired by Deutsche Bank in 2010 and currently has about 17,000 employees serving 13 million customers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
中职上半季接近尾声，樂天桃猿总教练古久保健二迎来60岁生日。他希望能够用胜利作为生日礼物送给球队，延续自己生日胜利的纪录。在球队争夺上半季冠军的关键时刻，古久保健二将生日愿望送给球队，希望保持生日胜场纪录。樂天桃猿目前和统一狮争冠，球队面临先发投手短缺问题，不过球队氛围良好，古久保健二不觉得有压力。
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Reported about 1 year ago
YouTube官方最近開始清查使用VPN跨區購買YouTube Premium的用戶，將其稱為「數位移民」，可能會取消他們的訂閱方案。這些用戶以其他國家的貨幣和價格購買Premium，但官方系統現在可以檢測出國家或地區不符的情況，要求用戶重新訂閱。具體清查範圍和目的地區尚不明確，但提醒這些「土耳其人」和「烏克蘭人」準備好可能被取消Premium訂閱。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 23, 2024, at 4:15 AM, a fire broke out at a tin factory in Taoyuan's Daxi District, causing thick smoke to rise to the sky. The Taoyuan City Fire Department dispatched 72 firefighters, 28 fire trucks, and 2 ambulances to the scene. Fortunately, no injuries or trapped individuals have been reported so far, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation. The firefighters and police are actively working to extinguish the fire and further investigate the cause.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 23, 2024, actress Ouyang Jing, aged 40, shared via social media her recent experience at a parent-child restroom where the electronic door button was conveniently placed next to a child seat, making it easy for young kids to accidentally open the door while using the restroom, causing inconvenience and potential embarrassment. Ouyang expressed relief that her child is older now, but highlighted the design flaw which sparked discussions among netizens sharing similar incidents. Ouyang's post drew attention to the need for more child-friendly and practical restroom designs.
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