Reported 10 months ago
A policewoman surnamed Pan from Hsinchu County was reportedly involved in an improper side job at a skincare massage parlor in Hsinchu City, where she was inspected by fellow officers for being off duty during duty hours, leading to the discovery of the alleged misconduct. While the initial investigation did not find evidence of falsely claiming overtime pay, the case has been forwarded to the Hsinchu District Prosecutors Office for further investigation. However, due to Pan's serious misconduct of going to inappropriate places and having someone else clock out for her, she has received a verbal reprimand. Despite rumors of internal disputes and conspiracies, there has been no direct evidence confirming her involvement in unauthorized side jobs. Pan admitted to entering inappropriate places without official notification and having inappropriate contact with specific individuals, leading to the maintenance of the verbal reprimand.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 19, 2024, at 4:31 AM, a traffic accident occurred at the intersection of Zhongxiao Road and Ren'ai Road in Ailian District. The Hunei Police promptly arrived at the scene, and the injured individuals were sent to the hospital with no life-threatening injuries. The police are investigating the cause of the accident further. Both drivers involved were lucky to sustain only minor injuries, emphasizing the importance of road safety and adherence to traffic rules to prevent accidents.
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Reported 10 months ago
Mayor Cheng Sheng-ching of Taoyuan City presided over the municipal meeting on June 19, 2024, stating that Chungli Station became historical last Sunday as it was replaced by a temporary station. After the completion of the underground project in 2031, Taoyuan will move towards the next stage of railway underground development. The city will continuously promote various projects to improve the old urban environment and enhance Chungli's cityscape, aiming to alleviate traffic congestion and modernize infrastructure in the area. City planning also includes upgrading pedestrian walkways, adding new YouBike rental stations, and enhancing the surroundings of the Chungli New Ming Market to revamp the district's appearance.
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Reported 10 months ago
Recently, many students at Taipei Normal University in Taiwan have received scam messages claiming that they are failing half of their credits for the semester and will be expelled, along with a link to click. The university clarified that this message is fake as they have already canceled the '21 drop out system'. The university warns students not to fall for the scam, has reported it to the police, and issued campus security alerts. This scam involves impersonating school administrators sending messages to students, falsely claiming failure in credits and expulsion, prompting students to click on a provided link, which is not related to Taipei Normal University. Students are advised to verify any suspicious messages with school staff or the anti-fraud consultation hotline before taking any action.
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Reported 10 months ago
The leading company in Taiwan's food and beverage industry, the Jeidar Group, unexpectedly closed down its 7 brands, including Pepper Lunch. This closure came after its parent company, the Five Mutual Group, was exposed for illegal fundraising of 22 billion NTD, leading to the collapse of the subsidiary Jeidar International Food and Beverage Group. This closure left 500 employees jobless, prompting them to sue for compensation. The court has now ruled that the group must compensate 218 employees, with amounts ranging from thousands to tens of thousands of NTD per person, reaching up to over 780,000 NTD, with the possibility of appeal.
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Reported 10 months ago
A popular poker player known as 'I.C Charlie' and boyfriend of Youtuber 'Dixie' was reported to have invested in an illegal gambling establishment, '6BET Live,' in Taipei's Da'an District under the guise of a bar. However, Charlie clarified on Instagram that he was not the owner, shareholder, or partner, and had no involvement in the operation or profits. He emphasized his only role was in managing poker live streams, not the illegal gambling activities, and his girlfriend also made a statement denying any association with the incident or support of illegal gambling.
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Reported 10 months ago
As the Golden Melody Awards draws near, the highly anticipated GIO5 and Mister Mixer will compete for 'Best Band' this year, sparking fans' interest. GIO5 made their first public appearance after the nominations were announced and expressed excitement about competing against Mister Mixer, joking that they'll let the veterans lead as they have won before. Member Yun-An, who will celebrate his birthday next week, hopes to win and has vowed to distribute 100 hamburgers at McDonald's if they do. The band, with three nominations, plans to thank their fans regardless of the outcome and hinted at releasing a pre-award statement the day before the event. Additionally, they are currently touring and working on a new album inspired by their first trip to Oceania. Yun-An's partner, Chien-Ching, also hinted at good news if they win, promising to share it with everyone in a more private setting. The fun-loving band has also scheduled performances in various cities around the world, including Singapore, London, Paris, and Hong Kong.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 19, 2024, the Taiwan stock market rallied with significant gains led by Eastech Co., Ltd. (4526) which saw its stock soar with two consecutive limit-up locks, marking a 15.37% increase. While other robot concept stocks showed a mixed performance, Eastech stood out for its impressive rally driven by strong orders and foreign buying interest. The article also highlights other robot concept stocks that rose today, including Gigabyte (2382), Delta Electronics (2308), and others.
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Reported 10 months ago
Michel Gondry, the director of 'The Green Hornet,' presents his new comedy 'Master of Everything' after a 7-year hiatus, featuring Caesar-winning actor Pierre Niney from 'Saint Laurent' in a bold role portraying himself with bipolar disorder, impressively displaying emotional ups and downs. Niney's inspired acting in the film is praised for its randomness and witty one-liners. The film stars Niney as director Mark, who, rejected by investors, decides to finish the project in his aunt's house at his own pace with the help of his editor friend Charlotte. The unexpected twist in the film is the guest appearance of Sting, the iconic figure from the band 'The Police,' as a composer, fulfilling a dream for Gondry and leaving the audience in awe. 'Master of Everything' will hit theaters in Taiwan on June 21st.
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Reported 10 months ago
In a recent incident, a female coffee shop employee shared a story of dealing with a difficult customer who demanded a discount and arrogantly claimed to know the owner. The employee calmly responded, asking the customer to call the owner themselves, which led to the customer paying and leaving. Netizens praised the employee's handling of the situation, applauding her for standing up for herself and providing great service.
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Reported 10 months ago
Mitsumura, June 19, 2024, 3:29 AM - Inspired by Japanese Shojin Cuisine techniques, this recipe involves blanched spinach soaked in a sauce made with bonito fish flakes, offering a cool and flavorful dish for hot summer days. The spinach absorbs the sauce, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture that is refreshing. Ingredients include spinach, 1 bunch, Japanese soy sauce, 2 tbsp, water, 4 tbsp, bonito flakes, 2 tbsp, additional bonito flakes for garnish. The preparation process involves blanching the spinach, marinating it in the sauce, and refrigerating for 3 hours before serving chilled. For those without Japanese soy sauce, a mixture of regular soy sauce, honey, and mirin can be used as a substitute. This dish is a rich and delicious option for a breakfast or side dish. For the full recipe, you can visit iCook. Enjoy this flavorful and cooling Japanese-inspired dish!
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Reported 10 months ago
During an event as Shiseido Ultimune ambassador, actress Joanne Tseng, who previously dated Wang Bojie, avoided questions about 'social problems' with a smile but emphasized the importance of being cautious, safe, and not drunk driving when going out. This comes after the news of Wang Bojie being caught drunk driving with a blood alcohol level of 0.44. Joanne Tseng's reminder was seen as a reference to her past experience with an ex-boyfriend who drank excessively, causing her distress. Wang Bojie and Joanne Tseng had a public breakup after two years of dating, which led to Wang Bojie seeking medical help due to self-harm.
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Reported 10 months ago
After President Tsai Ing-wen's near month-long term, a new poll by the Taiwan Public Opinion Foundation shows her approval rating dropped by 9.8% to 48.2%, signaling a loss of nearly 2 million supporters. Taipei Mayor and KMT Chairman Han Kuo-yu criticized that Tsai doesn't seem to be acting as President for all, but more as President of the DPP or even a representative of a new trend, citing lack of communication with the opposition, no consultation regarding legislation, and constant confrontations. Han emphasized the need to reduce the severe political polarization and questioned Tsai's approach as resembling that of a leader of a new trend rather than a DPP President.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 19, 2024, a Texas Hold'em poker casino in Taipei's East District was found to be involved in illegal gambling, with chips being exchanged for cash inside a restaurant. One of the investors implicated was the boyfriend of Taiwanese YouTuber 'Dimei' and well-known poker player 'I.CCharlie.' Dimei issued a statement denying any involvement in gambling, and later in the day, Charlie responded on Instagram, clarifying that he was not the owner, shareholder, or partner of the alleged casino, only involved in operating poker live shows. He emphasized his support for legal poker tournaments in Taiwan and his focus on competing in the WSOP. Dimei's response and Charlie's clarification have attracted significant attention in the media.
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Reported 10 months ago
Recently, a large advertisement thanking Chairman Wang Yongqing appeared on the streets of Nan Gang in Taipei, drawing attention. It turns out that Fortune Engineering, founded by Taiwan Plastics founder Mr. Wang Yongqing, will soon welcome a new group of shareholders known as the 'Fortune Innovation Team.' This team, consisting of prominent figures such as Dai Zhiyi, a director of Fubon Financial Holding, Yan Zhiyu, son of the chairman of Cathay Financial Holdings, and Son Zhengqiang, chairman of Oro Party, is actively seeking equity and proxies from all Fortune Engineering shareholders this week. They aim to improve the company and provide shareholders with the opportunity to benefit from the recent economic developments in Taiwan, surpass competitors, and become a more valuable enterprise by emphasizing 'enhancing company competitiveness,' 'creating a communication platform without barriers,' and 'increasing the value of employees' qualifications.'
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Reported 10 months ago
Japanese actor Fujikawa Izzi released his first personal album 'Stars of the Lid', containing two songs exclusive to Taiwan, including the Japanese theme song 'In Truth' from 'Who is the Victim: Season 2' and a new song collaborated with Go! Go! 5 members. During the filming of 'Who is the Victim 2' in Taiwan last year, Fujikawa met Go! Go! 5 and discussed music preferences, leading to future collaboration plans. Fujikawa expressed his fondness for Taiwan's support during his first concert in 2019, mentioning a special connection and a hope for more collaborations with Taiwanese musicians.
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Reported 10 months ago
Taiwanese actress Chen Yan Xi and Chinese actor Chen Xiao, who met on the set of 'The Romance of the Condor Heroes,' got married in 2016 amid ongoing rumors of marital issues. Recent reports from Chinese paparazzi revealed that Chen Xiao has been wanting a divorce since the end of last year, even changing his phone number and cutting off contact with Chen Yan Xi. Speculations about their strained relationship have circulated for years, and with no official response from Chen Xiao, fans are left in suspense.
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Reported 10 months ago
Chiang Wan-an recently addressed the controversy surrounding priority seats, stating that genuine courtesy should come from the heart and not be a moral obligation. Priority seats on the Taipei Metro have been a topic of debate, with incidents of elderly individuals demanding seats from younger passengers leading to conflicts. Chiang Wan-an expressed that the Metro will communicate with the central authorities and is open to discussing the issue further. The aim is to ensure that the spirit of courtesy is maintained while addressing the needs of those who truly require these seats.
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Reported 10 months ago
President Lai Ching-te, who has been in office for a month since May 20, announced the establishment of three committees at the Presidential Office in Taipei. These committees include the National Climate Change Response Committee with Vice Premier John Deng, Academia Sinica President Liow Jiunn-jy and Hon Hai Precision Industry Chairman Terry Gou as deputy conveners; the National Resilience Committee with Vice President Chiu Mei-chin, Presidential Office Secretary-General Pan Meng-an, and National Security Council Secretary-General Wellington Koo as deputy conveners; and the Healthy Taiwan Promotion Committee with physician Chen Chih-hung, Taiwan Biomedical Industry Association Chairman Weng Chi-hui, and Cabinet Minister Chen Shih-chung as deputy conveners. The aim is to address climate change, societal resilience, and health promotion, emphasizing collaboration across sectors and with international partners.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 19, 2024, around 11 am, a large tow truck carrying soil while passing through Taipei's Zhongxiao East Road Section 5 had to make an emergency stop due to a red light. This abrupt stop caused a significant amount of soil to spill out, covering the road with mud and debris, leading to traffic congestion. The incident also affected nearby businesses, with the authorities dispatching traffic control units to manage the situation and ensure the safety of road users.
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Reported 10 months ago
Chen Meifeng was pleasantly surprised by the early birthday celebration prepared by Formosa TV. During the recording of her show 'Meifeng Hava Date,' birthday songs suddenly played with staff holding up a birthday greeting featuring her cartoon avatar, delighting her. She happily received a giant chocolate bouquet from Phoenix Management symbolizing smooth sailing in all aspects and looking forward to success in her career. Chen Meifeng, who is preparing for a concert in Malaysia, expressed gratitude to her fans for the sold-out tickets and looks forward to performing and celebrating her birthday during a trip abroad.
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Reported 10 months ago
FTNN News reported that after Premier Cho's cabinet took office, there were reports of dissatisfaction among DPP lawmakers towards cabinet members, with some even dubbing the new cabinet as the 'alien cabinet'. The tensions indicate factional struggles within the DPP for resources, as pointed out by guests on 'Village Watch'. Despite some controversial statements, Economic Minister Guo Chih-hui had the highest satisfaction rating among new cabinet members, with Defense Minister Kuh Li-shiung following closely. These internal conflicts are seen as reflecting power struggles between President Lai Ching-te and the New Tide faction.
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Reported 10 months ago
Reported on June 19, 2024, by FTNN News, Mr. Deer is nominated for 'Best Band' in this year's Golden Melody Awards. During a media interview in Taipei, lead singer Shenghao revealed his stage fright struggles, experiencing numbness and voice issues due to fear of performing. Despite being nominated, Shenghao maintains a calm attitude, focusing on enjoying the competition without letting emotions fluctuate. He also mentioned preparing for their upcoming concert while acknowledging the fierce competition from fellow nominees like Fire EX., Lulubop Chorus, The Chairs, No Party For Cao Dong, and Elephant Gym.
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Reported 10 months ago
In Pingtung County, Taiwan, a police officer, surnamed Jan, was charged with excessive force during an investigation in February. Jan used a baton on a suspect named Tsai, causing a ruptured spleen and internal bleeding, leading to Tsai's death due to delayed medical treatment. Jan faces multiple charges and is being held in custody as per the court's decision. The incident sparked controversy regarding police conduct in Pingtung County.
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Reported 10 months ago
Zero tolerance for drink driving is widely accepted. Recently, entertainer Wang Bojie was caught drunk driving with a breath test result of 0.44 mg. What are the standards for drink driving, how long after drinking can you drive, and what penalties will drink drivers face? The article provides insights on these questions, emphasizing the dangers of drunk driving and the legal repercussions in Taiwan, including blood alcohol concentration levels, penalties for first-time and repeat offenders, and the effects of alcohol on the body. It also advises on the time required for alcohol metabolism after consuming different types of alcoholic beverages.
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