Reported 11 months ago
On June 18, 2024, in Taichung City, a cement mixer truck lost control due to brake failure, causing it to overturn and collide with a white sedan and a motorcycle, resulting in 5 injuries. Surprisingly, it was discovered that the license plate on the cement mixer truck was cancelled, raising suspicion of illegal road use. Further investigation is required as the driver has not completed a statement regarding the incident yet.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 18, 2024, the Bluebird Action is set to return to the Legislative Yuan in Taiwan for three days. The Legislative Yuan will address the Executive Yuan's motion for parliamentary reform legislation on the 21st, with full committee sessions on the 19th and 20th, inviting Premier Cho Rong-tai to explain the motion. Civic groups like Taiwan Citizen Front and Economic Democracy Union will participate, with an expected daily attendance of over ten thousand, showcasing the convergence of civic power. Various events are planned on Jinan Road and Qingdao East Road, including forums on democratic Taiwan and opposition to specific legislative issues. The action aims to monitor Kuomintang and People First Party actions, advocate for democracy, and oppose their legislative activities in the future.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
YouTuber 'Little Six' and others were reported to operate an underground gambling den under the guise of competitions, which was raided by the police. Influencer 'Chao Ge' was also rumored to be present, but he clarified that he was merely at a nearby restaurant, not involved in any illegal activities. Police detained 24 people, including the operators and gamblers, seized cash, accounting books, and equipment, and are investigating for gambling offenses and social order maintenance law violations.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Yahoo購物中心的618返場特惠活動開跑，全站滿2500送200，還可享現折10%、回饋11%等多重福利。錯過了將錯失MHermes結帳89折、廚房家電33折起、New Balance球鞋53折等超值折扣，活動只限6/19~6/23五天。
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Reported 11 months ago
FTNN news network reported on June 18, 2024, that Russian President Vladimir Putin was scheduled to visit North Korea on the 18th and 19th but arrived in Pyongyang only at 2:22 in the early morning on the 19th due to a delayed previous engagement. Kim Jong-un waited at the airport for a long time and still warmly welcomed Putin with a red carpet. The two leaders are expected to sign an agreement during their meeting regarding a non-Western-controlled trade settlement system and defense security.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
In June and July, approximately 1.8 million Muslims flocked to Mecca for the annual pilgrimage month, facing extreme heat with temperatures reaching 51.8 degrees Celsius. At least 550 pilgrims succumbed to the scorching temperatures during the pilgrimage, with Egypt and Jordan being the most affected countries. Authorities in Saudi Arabia have treated over 2,000 pilgrims due to heat-related illnesses. The rising temperatures in Mecca due to climate change have posed challenges to the pilgrims, with many resorting to cooling measures like distributing cold drinks and ice cream. The unregistered pilgrims, who did not have pilgrimage permits, were unable to access the provided air conditioning, leading to a significant increase in heat-related deaths.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Bank of America analyst John Murphy advised Ford, GM, and Stellantis to 'exit' the Chinese market, citing intense competition, rising costs, and pressure from local brands. The report suggests focusing on profitable areas like trucks to accumulate funds for developing electric vehicle technology until production costs can match Tesla's. Although leaving China would allow US automakers to concentrate on profitable segments, challenges remain, including competition from Chinese manufacturers like BYD expanding into Latin America and the need to invest in electric vehicles despite current consumer reservations over pricing and technology.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Recent controversies surrounding loving seats have led to the Ministry of Health and Welfare's Social and Family Affairs Administration proposing to amend the priority users of these seats through revision of the Disability Rights Protection Act, changing the priority to 'people with other genuine needs.' The amendment bill, previously submitted in September last year, needs to be resubmitted due to the legislative process. The discussion on the priority users of loving seats has yet to reach a consensus, possibly focusing on 'expanding priority users,' with the timing of submitting the amendment for legislative review still uncertain as it involves revisions beyond the loving seat issue.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 18, 2024, Premier Jaw Ying-ting went to the Legislative Yuan to report on the reconsideration case and was questioned. Fu Kun-chi, the KMT caucus whip, criticized the DPP by showing a video of when DPP caucus whip Ko Chun-ming demanded former President Ma Ying-jeou report to the Legislature for immediate Q&A, accusing the DPP of being inconsistent. Tempers flared as Premier Jaw and Fu Kun-chi exchanged remarks over the effectiveness of the government's responses, leading to a heated exchange.
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Reported 11 months ago
During a routine patrol in Sanchong, police officers noticed a man riding a motorcycle without his helmet properly buckled. Upon further inspection, they discovered a flat iron box suspected to contain drugs. The man initially claimed ignorance, but eventually confessed when faced with drug testing. The man was arrested and handed over to the New Taipei District Prosecutor's Office for further investigation. The police chief emphasized the dangers of drug use and urged the public to report any illegal activities promptly to maintain a safe living environment. Source: Police Gazette
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 18, 2024, during a severe thunderstorm in northern Taiwan, Taiwanese representative to Japan, Shen Lyu-ting, was on a plane heading back to Japan when the aircraft was struck by lightning, causing Shen to have frightening thoughts including contemplating last words. While the plane had lightning protection and no one was harmed, netizens humorously labeled the incident as 'democracy's lightning strike'. Shen later shared the experience on Facebook, expressing the shock and relief. Supporters expressed relief, while some sarcastically commented on the democratic nature of the lightning strike and questioned the need for extreme reactions to a common occurrence. The incident stirred both amusement and concern among internet users.
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Reported 11 months ago
Famous writer Lu Ru-zhong experienced a surprising incident where he felt his head being viciously grabbed from behind while walking near the Ren'ai Roundabout in Da'an District, Taipei, in the early morning. He shared this inexplicable and thrilling experience on Facebook, humorously self-deprecating, which garnered a lot of lively comments from netizens and caught the attention of others who had similar experiences. It turned out the culprit was a large bird perched in a tree, surprising Lu Ru-zhong once the mystery was revealed by a passerby, leading him to reflect lightheartedly on the situation.
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Reported 11 months ago
Famous YouTuber Huang Yingrong's boyfriend, renowned poker player 'I.C Charlie,' was involved in an illegal Texas poker gambling den raid in a basement on Guangfu South Road in Taipei, leading to social media attention. Huang has clarified her non-participation in any gambling activities and promptly distanced herself from the incident. She expressed her disapproval of illegal gambling practices and affirmed that she was not involved in any such operations.
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Reported 11 months ago
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov stated that Russia is in discussions with close allies in Asia and Latin America regarding the deployment of long-range missiles. The discussions aim to enhance security measures and respect international treaties, even those not signed by Russia. The diplomatic relations between Russia and the US have significantly decreased, potentially worsening if the US seizes Russian assets. Amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the US and its allies have frozen Russia's assets and agreed to allocate $50 billion in interest from the frozen assets to Ukraine.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
On June 18, 2024, the US government announced the sale of the American company Anduril's ALTIUS-600 'suicide' drones to Taiwan. These drones include the 'Switchblade 300' and Altius 600M anti-armor types, which have proven success in combat against Russian forces in Ukraine. Analysts suggest that Taiwan's acquisition of these drones can significantly enhance its asymmetric warfare capabilities. The possibility of future sales or collaborative production between Taiwan and the US to meet Taiwan's defense needs is also emphasized.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
43-year-old American pop icon Justin Timberlake was recently arrested for driving under the influence in New York, with the incident expected to affect his upcoming concert tour. Timberlake pleaded with the police, mentioning it would ruin his tour, but the young officers were unaware of his identity. Despite only admitting to having one martini, Timberlake refused the breathalyzer test and was eventually taken into custody. His wife Jessica Biel has remained silent on the matter, as Timberlake left the police station with his lawyer. This incident occurred right after Timberlake's Father's Day post promising to be a good father, drawing criticism for setting a bad example.
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Reported 11 months ago
Hou Boqing on June 18, 2024, at 11:23 PM reported that Tsai Guo-an, a financial fraudster who impersonated the wives of Duterte and Hsiao Wan-chang to scam investors, did not express an opinion on the sentencing in the second trial. Tsai, the unlicensed accountant, falsified investment cases in the names of former Vice President's wife Zhu Shuxian, Formosa Plastics, and presented photos with prominent figures like the former Philippine President Duterte, to secure over 3.6 billion in investments. The New Taipei District Court sentenced him to 14 years, and the High Court increased it to 14 years and 2 months, ordering the return of 2.474 billion to victims, confiscating the rest, and rejecting other appeals. Tsai, who is currently detained, remained expressionless during the sentencing and silent when questioned by reporters.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
NVIDIA, the AI chip giant, has been on a winning streak with its stock price soaring 173% since the beginning of the year, surpassing Microsoft and Apple to become the world’s most valuable publicly traded company with a market cap of $3.33 trillion. Major tech players like OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Facebook are all turning to NVIDIA for AI-related products, fueling predictions that its market value could climb to $5 trillion in the coming year. With the highest trading volume on Wall Street, NVIDIA's daily average trading value is around $50 billion, five times more than popular companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Tesla.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
On June 18, 2024, the Biden administration announced another arms sale to Taiwan, including the Spring Knife 300 and ALTIUS 600M-V attack drone systems, totaling approximately 360.2 million USD (about 11.65 billion NTD). The Presidential Office thanked the US government for continuously strengthening the Taiwan-US partnership in accordance with the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances. This marks the 15th arms sale to Taiwan during President Biden's term and the second this month, following the F-16 fighter jet sale announced on the 5th worth 300 million USD.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
In Kaohsiung's Fengshan District, a 23-year-old man identified as Chen tried to help a friend negotiate a 200,000 debt but ended up being attacked with knives by three individuals during the process. Chen sustained injuries on his back and head, fleeing to a nearby convenience store covered in blood to seek help. The suspects were later arrested by the police, and investigations are ongoing.
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Reported 11 months ago
Ether, the token of the Ethereum blockchain, saw a significant increase amidst speculation that the US regulatory scrutiny on the blockchain underlying the digital asset may be easing. This rise came as Consensys, an Ethereum developer, stated that the SEC is closing its investigation into Ethereum 2.0. The uncertainty regarding whether Ether is an unregistered security had previously affected its demand. This news had a positive impact on Ether's value and also influenced other cryptocurrencies in the market like Bitcoin.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
In the era where ETFs dominate the investment world, Jih Sun Investment boldly launches the first stock actively managed semiconductor fund in Taiwan against the trend. While many investors have been leaning towards ETFs, Jih Sun's move to issue a stock actively managed fund showcases their perseverance to stand out. The fund focuses on investing in successful semiconductor companies globally, with a strong track record in their existing Taiwan stock funds. The fund's strategy aligns with the potential growth of the semiconductor sector in the coming years driven by AI. However, the challenge lies in how Jih Sun will attract investors amidst the ETF craze.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
President Lai Ching-te conducted the 'Trust the New Policy, Era of New Taiwan' press conference on the one-month anniversary of his inauguration. During the press conference, he announced the formation of three committees to strategize the country's development, engage with civil society, deepen international cooperation, and take action for Taiwan's future. The committees will focus on addressing global concerns such as climate change, social resilience, and health promotion, with discussions already held with Prime Minister Cho Jung-tai. President Lai emphasized Taiwan's strategic importance globally, stating that the country's actions can impact the world. He highlighted the urgency of addressing climate change and extreme weather events, outlining initiatives to enhance Taiwan's resilience in the face of disasters. Additionally, efforts will be made to boost Taiwan's security and promote a healthy society post-pandemic.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A brawl broke out at a funeral in 中壢, Taiwan, as mourners were asked to kneel to show respect but insisted on standing. The conflict occurred when the deceased, a plumber who fell to his death while inspecting a leak at a relative's house, was mourned at a public ceremony. The deceased's family demanded the mourning relatives to kneel, leading to a physical altercation involving over ten people. Police were called to the scene to intervene and arrested six individuals. Three individuals were lightly injured, and the case is now under investigation for assault charges.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A serious falling incident occurred on Sanmin Road in Taichung City's West District around 8 a.m. on June 19th, where a woman of unidentified identity fell from the 9th floor for unknown reasons and tragically died on the sidewalk. Police arrived at the scene promptly to investigate and revealed that the deceased was not an employee of the land office. Further investigation is required to determine the identity, cause, and details of the incident. The atmosphere at the scene was described as panicked and chaotic during the fall, with emergency personnel conducting rescue work and an ongoing active investigation to uncover the reasons behind the incident.
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