Reported 7 months ago
On June 12, 2024, Speaker of the Legislature Han Kuo-yu convened a cross-party consultation to discuss the administrative request for a parliamentary reform bill review. Tensions rose as the ruling and opposition parties disagreed over the speaking order, leading to a heated exchange between DPP Caucus Secretary-General Zhuang Ruixiong and Han Kuo-yu, with Zhuang accusing Han of biased moderation and Han retorting, 'You're finding fault in a steel beam within eggs'. The altercation erupted during the discussion on the parliamentary reform review, requiring a resolution by the Legislature within 15 days of receipt, following a recent administrative request. Han Kuo-yu's attempt to maintain order and fairness amidst the tension led to further disagreements and interruptions among party members.
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Reported 7 months ago
Following the passage of the Legislative Yuan's third reading of the 'Legislative Powers Exercise Act' and amendments to certain articles of the 'Criminal Code,' the Presidential Office has approved the Executive Yuan's reconsideration proposal. Legislative Yuan Speaker Han Kuo-yu held a party caucus today to discuss related matters and confirmed that the reconsideration proposal will be reviewed on June 19 and 20, with Premier Su Tseng-chang invited for clarification. The vote by name will be held on the morning of June 21. Each party will appoint a supervisor, and other voting matters will be handled by the Legislative Yuan Secretariat.
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Reported 7 months ago
FTNN news reported on June 12, 2024 that Taoyuan City Councilor Yu Beichen, a former commanding officer of the Army Officer Candidate School (Huangpu Military Academy), publicly expressed that he did not receive an invitation to the Huangpu centennial celebration and hoped to participate, but was criticized by netizens as being 'embarrassing,' leading to speculation on his exclusion. The Army Command stated that the event was open to the public, welcoming Yu and others to visit the camp. Finally, the Ministry of National Defense clarified that the invitation list for the centennial celebration was limited to specific officials, including presidents, government officials, retired generals, and local dignitaries, with only 2500 seats available for VIPs, which was the reason for Yu's exclusion.
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Reported 7 months ago
Today's hot topic in the stock market community in Taiwan is the concern over Foxconn's stock price fluctuation. Despite opening high and then dropping, expert analyst Xu Bojie believes Foxconn is still bullish. He attributes the drop to low trading volume, but notes a new intraday high reached of 195 NT dollars, driven by Apple's WWDC announcement of AI strategies and services, which also positively impacted Foxconn's stock price. Although currently hovering around 190 NT dollars, Xu suggests operating along the five-day moving average line and cautioning against high short-term trading volumes that may hinder the stock's movement.
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Reported 7 months ago
新北市土城區一處民宅發生奪命火災，造成3人喪生。火災起因為園藝工具中的鋰電池不明原因起火並引發爆炸，消防署統計近2年發生191件鋰電池火警，主要原因為產品瑕疵、使用方式錯誤和重摔撞擊，提醒民眾使用鋰電池注意產品選擇、正確使用、充電時避免危險環境、避免過充及碰撞。
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Reported 7 months ago
Chinese actor Hu Ge left Taiwan after a quick 22-hour visit today, following the filming of the television drama 'Blooming Flowers' alongside Ma Yili, Tiffany Tang, and Xin Zhilei, directed by Wong Kar-wai. The series will be shown in Taiwan with five episodes aired weekly, featuring a bilingual version on MyVideo to provide an immersive experience of 60s-90s old Shanghai. Director Wong Kar-wai, who grew up in Hong Kong and has family in Shanghai, highlighted the importance of the characters' experiences, aiming to bring a fresh perspective to the adaptation. Additionally, to present an authentic picture of 60s-90s Shanghai, most actors spoke Shanghainese during filming, creating a wave of interest in the dialect and the series.
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Reported 7 months ago
Chinese actor Hu Ge made a whirlwind trip to Taipei, attending an event at the Songyan Creative Park. Taipei's Director of Cultural Affairs Cai Shiping shared a photo with Hu Ge and had him sign the original novel of 'Blooming Flowers,' making his fans envious. Cai Shiping commented on the novel and praised the story, expressing admiration for Hu Ge's role in the TV drama. The visit was not related to the Taipei-Shanghai Forum, and Hu Ge left the next day after warmly interacting with fans at the airport.
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Reported 7 months ago
A severe fire broke out in an apartment on Yanshou Road in Tucheng, New Taipei City, causing three deaths allegedly due to a lithium battery explosion. The local neighborhood chief, Teng Yuelan, revealed that the surviving homeowner, surnamed Li, was emotionally devastated and unable to express the profound pain he felt. Teng mentioned that the Li family, who were all engaged in gardening, had a good relationship with the community, making the tragic incident even more heartbreaking. The wife and daughter of Li assisted in the investigation at the scene.
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Reported 7 months ago
In Taiwan waters, bluefin tuna fishing has been abundant for 5 consecutive years, breaking a 15-year record this year. However, just after Pingtung's Donggang was celebrating, they received an emergency fishery notice the next day implementing a fishing ban due to exceeding quotas, leaving fishermen shocked. Overseas fishing boats face significant losses in fuel and bait expenses. Some fishermen had to painfully discard 6 bluefin tunas. Donggang Fishermen's Association expressed the significant impact on fishermen and called for more comprehensive measures from the Fisheries Agency. The sudden ban caused chaos among fishermen, with many boats returning to port, and some captains reluctantly throwing away catches after the ban took effect on June 12th.
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Reported 7 months ago
Elon Musk, CEO of both SpaceX and Tesla, has been reported by The Wall Street Journal to have pursued several female employees within the company, potentially violating company regulations. Musk allegedly tried to engage romantically with an intern, requested a female employee to bear his child and opposed a pay raise when turned down. Despite company policies against relationships between superiors and subordinates, SpaceX executives have reportedly not enforced these rules with Musk, creating a workplace filled with gender discrimination and harassment. Several former employees are suing SpaceX and Musk for wrongful termination after speaking out against the work environment.
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Reported 7 months ago
Looking to cool off in Tainan during the hot summer? In addition to municipal pools and water play areas, options like Ushantou Waterfront Park and Yuguang Island for sunset views and beach fun are great choices. Bring your swimwear and water play items and venture out to find refreshing spots this summer. The 6 cool spots in Tainan include Riverside Square Water Play, Ushantou Waterfront Park, Yuguang Island Beach, Shuangchun Seaside Recreation Area, Children's Pool in Mountain Garden, and Tainan Municipal Swimming Pool.
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Reported 7 months ago
In response to the Executive Yuan's request for parliamentary review of the expanded powers bill, Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu convened a cross-party negotiation this morning (13th), where despite several disputes among the three parties, they eventually reached a consensus. Han announced that full house committees will meet on June 19 and 20 for the review, with a record vote set for June 21. Each party will delegate members for questioning the Executive Yuan on the relevant legislative texts. The decision was signed by leaders of the blue, green, and white camps, setting the course for these important sessions in the Legislative Yuan.
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Reported 7 months ago
During the summer squid-catching season, cephalopod seafood, including squid and cuttlefish, is commonly seen on Taiwan's dining tables. Despite their similarities, cephalopods like octopus, squid, and cuttlefish have distinct features such as the number of arms and fins. Methods for catching squid involve unique techniques like using lights to attract them and swiftly freezing them to preserve their freshness. Deep Ao Fishing Port in Taiwan's northeast coast is a prime location for experiencing and tasting fresh squid dishes. The article also includes tips on differentiating cephalopod varieties and traditional fishing practices to ensure the sustainable development of the squid industry.
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Reported 7 months ago
台北地院再開庭審理「ACE王牌交易所」虛擬幣詐騙案，32名被告包含律師王晨桓。王晨桓承認大部分罪行，但否認藏匿嫌犯，並積極聯繫被害人進行賠償。檢方起訴指出，王晨桓與其他人涉嫌透過虛擬幣詐騙案涉及多達22億元的金流，並被控多項罪名包括洩密、詐騙等。
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Reported 7 months ago
Alliance Fund Management, with trillions in assets under management, collaborates with LINE Bank to offer over 40 funds including 3 flagship Taiwan stock funds, growth series, AI, and technology-themed funds on LINE Bank. Users can now easily invest in Alliance funds with discounted fees, aiming to make fund management more accessible and beneficial for young investors through LINE Bank. Alliance Fund also provides investment strategies and tips through LINE Wallet to help investors find suitable directions, emphasizing simplicity and long-term growth in fund selection and asset accumulation.
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Reported 7 months ago
A deputy director surnamed Qiu at Chaozhou Station, Taiwan Railway, caused controversy by publicly shaming passengers and was later found by netizens to have posted photos with a BB gun mocking online users. Taiwan Railway responded by issuing two warnings for his poor service attitude while on duty. Qiu said, 'I am already a demon, it's useless to say anything.' He later expressed gratitude for being given a chance to explain at the scene and stated he would no longer engage in activities that could harm the company's image.
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Reported 7 months ago
Land Bank. With recent surges in housing prices, the Central Bank is rumored to introduce new measures to stabilize the housing market at the upcoming board of directors meeting. State banks have been instructed by the Ministry of Finance to discuss and investigate the issue of 'dummy accounts' in relation to the New Youth and Safety housing loans. Meetings initially planned for next Wednesday will now be expedited to Monday due to the urgency of the situation. Concerns over the impact of these loans on housing prices have led to increased scrutiny by various sectors, prompting discussions involving the government, state banks, and relevant agencies to ensure the proper use of such loans.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Due to the high housing prices and trend of small homes, balcony sizes in new houses are also shrinking in Taiwan. Statistics from real estate agencies indicate that Kaohsiung has the highest balcony occupancy rate at 99.1%, followed by Tainan at 98.6% and Taoyuan at 97.7%. Surprisingly, Taipei has the lowest balcony occupancy rate at 86.3%, with New Taipei City having the smallest balcony size at 1.8 ping, making it the city with the smallest balconies among the seven major cities in Taiwan. The trend of shrinking balcony sizes is evident in the seven major cities, especially in northern regions like Taipei and New Taipei City, as well as Hsinchu and Taichung. The average balcony size in Taiwan is around 3 pings, with the smallest balconies observed in New Taipei City. This reduction in balcony sizes is attributed to the rising popularity of small homes, which require more elevator and stairwell space in multi-unit buildings, thus sacrificing balcony area. The South of Taiwan generally features larger balconies compared to the North, with Kaohsiung having the largest average balcony size at 3.6 pings. Factors influencing balcony sizes in new developments include housing preferences, with residents in the North less likely to prioritize larger balconies and instead see balcony space mainly for laundry and air conditioning units. In contrast, people in the South, where housing prices are more affordable, tend to favor properties with balconies. The analysis also suggests that redevelopment areas in central and southern Taiwan allocate larger land spaces and have lower land costs, contributing to larger balcony sizes in new developments. The city of Kaohsiung, in particular, encourages developers to create large balconies with green spaces to receive incentives, which has become a factor in increasing balcony sizes in new projects in the South.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
The Ministry of the Interior in Taiwan presented the 'Enhancement Plan for Fire and Rescue Safety' at the Executive Yuan's meeting, outlining strategies to enhance fire and rescue safety through short, medium, and long-term measures including strengthening public safety, job security, increasing personnel, acquiring equipment, replacing vehicles, upgrading facilities, and enhancing training. The proposed 22 mid-term projects amount to approximately 26 billion NT dollars, focusing on improving disaster relief capabilities, reinforcing management systems, and promoting a culture of fire safety to reduce injuries and casualties among firefighters.
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Reported 7 months ago
The results of the 113th academic year university admissions revealed 11,671 vacancies, with top universities like National Taiwan University experiencing over 100 vacancies. The top three schools with the most vacancies are well-established private schools in northern Taiwan, with most schools showing an increased quota utilization rate compared to last year. National universities also faced vacancies, including Chiayi University with 323 vacancies, Donghua University with 318 vacancies, and National Chengchi University with 298 vacancies, among others.
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Reported 7 months ago
A woman, who visited a clinic complaining of abdominal discomfort for two weeks, was surprised to discover she was pregnant when an ultrasound revealed the baby's silhouette. The woman, in her 40s, had two adult children and was taking medication for thyroid hyperactivity, which led to her missing periods twice. She was shocked by the unexpected pregnancy, stating that the sudden life required some serious consideration. Social media users expressed amazement at the situation, with many commenting on the surprising circumstance of the patient being unaware of her pregnancy.
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Reported 7 months ago
The musical 'School of Rock' is based on the 2003 Hollywood hit film of the same name, adapted by musical theater master Andrew Lloyd Webber. After its successful debut on Broadway in 2015, the show won multiple Tony Award nominations in 2016 and the 2017 Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in Music. 'School of Rock' will be performed in Taiwan at the National Theater in Taipei from September 19 to 22, with tickets going on sale starting June 14. The story follows the main character Dewey Finn, who disguises as a substitute teacher at an elite school and discovers the students' musical talents, leading them to form a band and compete in a music competition. Andrew Lloyd Webber continues to create musical miracles like 'School of Rock', passing on the eternal power of music to audiences.
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Reported 7 months ago
Speaker of the Legislative Yuan, Han Kuo-yu, convened a discussion between the government and opposition on revisiting the parliament reform bill, where it was agreed upon to hold full house committee meetings on June 19 and 20 to invite Premier Chiu Jung-tai for an explanation, followed by a vote on the revisiting bill on June 21. The legislators collaboratively discussed the bills proposed by the Executive Yuan to revise sections of the Legislative Yuan Powers Exercise Act and add a new chapter and article to the Criminal Code, appointing members from various party caucuses for questioning during the review process.
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Reported 7 months ago
Following the passing of the Parliament Powers Exercise Act, the Executive Yuan proposed a reconsideration case. Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu held a party negotiation meeting this morning, where DPP legislator Chu Jung-hsiung, upset over being skipped for speaking, shouted at Han, accusing him of abusing authority. Han retorted, 'What are you yelling about?' and criticized Chu for 'finding steel bars in an egg.' The quarrel escalated with Chu banging on the table. Despite the intense confrontation, a consensus was eventually reached on the reconsideration case, leading to upcoming sessions and a final vote on June 21st.
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Reported 7 months ago
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator and Black Bear Academy president Shen Boyang recently sparked controversy for monitoring the public and using the term 'Fifth Column Brigade'. It was discovered that the academy offered a 'National Defense Education Foundation Workshop' at Wenshan Community College in Taipei, including a paid course on 'Fifth Column Brigade Identification'. Taipei City Councilor Chung Pei-chun questioned the academy's classes, suspecting that they misled the public and deviated from the proper civil defense organization work, as the course material did not align with the city's civil defense manual. Shen Boyang's inconsistent statements regarding certain groups as high-risk and the 'Fifth Column Brigade' raised further concerns.
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