Reported 7 months ago
Due to declining birth rates, Taipei's long-established private school, Furen High School, held its final graduation ceremony after nearly 60 years since its establishment, bidding farewell to 102 middle and high school students. The principal announced plans for 'Alumni Return to the Alma Mater' project after the last batch of students graduate, aiming to preserve the school's history. Additionally, 13 high schools and vocational schools in Taipei, including Furen High School, are at risk of closure next year if they don't show improvement by May 2025, as part of the 'Preparing to Exit' assistance project initiated by the Ministry of Education.
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Reported 7 months ago
Speaking at a press conference titled 'Going to the countryside to speak out: Against abuse of power, protecting democracy,' DPP Secretary-General Lin Youchang responded to accusations made by KMT legislator Xu Qiaoxin on June 12th. Xu Qiaoxin claimed that the DPP had discussed a report on mobile phone signal data at a party government supervisory meeting, sparking surveillance suspicions. Lin questioned whether Xu Qiaoxin was monitoring the DPP's central headquarters, emphasizing that the DPP holds many meetings daily, contrary to Xu's claims.
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Reported 7 months ago
In Changhua County, a man surnamed J from Hemei Town was tricked into investing over 1 million by a fraudulent LINE investment group, which his wife discovered. When J was about to hand over 2 million for further investment, his wife secretly reported the situation, leading the police to arrest the fraudster and safeguard the couple's savings. Despite losing part of the 200,000 investment amount that belonged to his wife, J was thankful for her alertness. The scam involved fake stock investment ads on social media, misleading promises, and false gains reported through an app. The fraudster, a 23-year-old driver, was detained for further investigation.
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Reported 7 months ago
A Thai public relations officer in Pattaya lost vision in her left eye and had to have it removed after the glue used for eyelash extensions accidentally dripped into her eye, causing a severe infection. Despite seeking treatment, her condition worsened, leading to the eye removal. The woman has since filed a lawsuit, claiming the negligence of the beauty salon caused her blindness, while the salon owner maintains that the procedure was done correctly and only learned of the incident after the lawsuit was filed.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 12, 2024, at 4:28 am, players who enjoy the 'Dungeons & Dragons' setting must have heard of the 'Dark Dragon Chronicles' series. The upcoming game, 'Dark Dragon Chronicles: Protector of Shroud,' set to be released this fall, recently released gameplay footage showcasing significantly improved audio-visual effects. The combat system appears to adopt gameplay similar to that of the 'FF7' remake, allowing for a switch between fast-paced real-time combat and a pause mode for giving commands. The game emphasizes rich storytelling and companion narratives, with each companion having their own storylines and fate-related choices during gameplay, promising a solid content. Although the release date for the game is only mentioned to be this fall, judging by its completion, the release date shouldn't be far off. Let's look forward to it together. (C) 2024 Electronic Arts Inc.
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Reported 7 months ago
In retaliation for an Israeli airstrike that killed senior Hezbollah commander Taleb Abdallah in southern Lebanon, Hezbollah launched approximately 160 rockets towards northern Israel on June 12, prompting alarm sirens and the urgent activation of anti-aircraft systems. The attack, one of the largest to date, targeted towns in northern Israel, with videos showing Israel's Iron Dome swiftly intercepting some rockets but others hitting the Meron area. The total number of rockets fired from Lebanon towards Israel has reached at least 160 so far, with no reported casualties. Hezbollah's actions are seen as a response to Israel's previous airstrike in Lebanon, targeting multiple military locations in Israel.
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Reported 7 months ago
Media personality Cai Shanghua and her engineer boyfriend Yi Naian, who had been in a loving relationship for 11 years, faced rumors of infidelity after being spotted meeting with young baseball player Lin Bingsheng. Despite Cai's clarifications, the rumors continued to circulate, leading her to take legal action against the baseless reports and demanding the magazine to take them down. Cai Shanghua had openly disclosed her breakup in November, denying any infidelity claims, as she focused on her career while maintaining a good relationship with Lin Bingsheng.
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Reported 7 months ago
According to the Police Times on June 12, 2024, at 7:28 a.m., the sales of electric toothbrushes in Taiwan have been steadily increasing, with over 1.5 million units sold annually, as people are increasingly interested in maintaining good oral health. A recent popular product highlighted in the 'momo Online Shopping Best Items Exchange' Facebook group is the Oral-B magnetic electric toothbrush set, which boasts cleaning effectiveness three times superior to sonic vibration. Users praised its multiple cleaning functions and affordable price, showing a growing trend of investing in dental care products for healthier teeth.
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Reported 7 months ago
警政時報 reported on June 12, 2024, that office essentials include scrumptious snacks like 'Cardina Potato Sticks,' which are currently a hot item for group buying due to their various flavors and mouthwatering taste. Another popular product is the 'Damo Herbal Bitter Melon Peptide,' recommended for its high metabolic benefits, especially for those who eat out frequently. The online discussion in 'momo Online Shopping Community' also highlighted upcoming mid-year sales on major e-commerce platforms, urging consumers to check out group recommendations for shopping strategies before making purchases during discounts, offering a chance to obtain more for their budget.
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Reported 7 months ago
During his visit to Tokyo, Huang Renxun always stops by a ramen chain restaurant, causing the owner to mention that customers have increased as a result. NVIDIA CEO and founder Huang Renxun's recent presence in Taiwan has caused a stir once again. Huang's favorite ramen spot in Tokyo, 'Kyushu JANGARA' in Akasaka, is revealed, where he often orders the full toppings tonkotsu ramen. The shop's owner mentioned that thanks to Huang mentioning the restaurant during the GTC conference in 2021, many customers have flocked there saying, 'This must be the place Huang Renxun visited.'
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Reported 7 months ago
South Korean Samyang Food's 'Buldak 3x Spicy & Hot Chicken' instant noodles were recalled by Denmark for being excessively spicy, with high levels of capsaicin that could cause consumer poisoning. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration urged consumers to discard or return the products, especially cautioning against the risk to children. This action sparked discussions among Danish netizens with their low tolerance for spicy food, contrasting with other countries where these noodles were not recalled. Samyang Food, a major South Korean food company known for instant noodles, has been producing them since the 1960s.
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Reported 7 months ago
An 11-year-old girl in the UK was rushed to the emergency room with severe abdominal pain and was diagnosed with 'constipation' by doctors. However, the girl tragically passed away a few hours after returning home, prompting her parents to sue the hospital and the doctor for medical negligence. The parents, who had sought medical help for their daughter's recurring severe abdominal pain over the years, aim to seek justice for their daughter through legal proceedings investigating the cause of her death.
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Reported 7 months ago
Before 4:25 am on June 12, 2024, Mazu of the Luermen Tianhou Temple in Tainan suddenly faced backlash after a private shrine, 'Wu Xuantan,' announced a 'marriage' with Guan Sheng Di Jun, angering many believers. The shrine's apology was ineffective, and their Facebook page was shut down, prompting the temple to release a new statement and seek legal action with the help of a lawyer. The organizer of the marriage ceremony, Wu Xuantan, had to deal with the consequences, despite not having intended for the event to create such a stir.
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Reported 7 months ago
Following the uproar caused by a private shrine in Tainan, Taiwan, for organizing a controversial 'divine marriage' event between Guan Gong and the Holy Mother, which led to criticism from believers and netizens, the shrine issued a statement apologizing twice but later mentioned taking legal action against malicious attacks and insults. Despite the full statement being released, netizens continued to express outrage, highlighting the need for the shrine to first address the situation on social media before taking legal steps.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 12, 2024, the People First Party chairman, Ko Wen-je, responded to criticism from the DPP regarding the KMT and DPP coalition's proposed amendment to the 'Financial Planning Law.' The DPP accused the opposition of planning to divide resources by removing child subsidies and rent subsidies through the amendment. Ko Wen-je, in return, questioned the inconsistency in the government's stance, pointing out how they previously distributed $6000 per citizen claiming the state was wealthy, but now claim there's no money for amendments. Ko Wen-je expressed discontent at the sudden change in position during a party meeting later in the day.
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Reported 7 months ago
Huang Renxun, aged 30, founded Huida and successfully listed the company in just 7 years. Apart from being brainy and keeping up with technological trends, his leadership style of being approachable and strict at work stands out. Despite appearing down-to-earth, his high expectations and emphasis on perfection can be challenging for employees. With a task-oriented leadership approach, he values humility, sincerity, and trust, garnering 96% employee support. Huang Renxun focuses on reducing hierarchical barriers, improving information flow, setting directional plans without rigid timelines, and not relying on progress reports, emphasizing direct communication for real-time information.
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Reported 7 months ago
South Korean singer Ryujun Hyung, who was involved in the Jung Joon Young sex video scandal in 2019, reiterated his innocence on Instagram, emphasizing that he was not in the group chat and was not involved in the case. He clarified that he only received the video from Jung Joon Young individually and chose to leave the group Highlight to protect the team's reputation. Ryujun Hyung expressed regret for being mistaken as part of the chat group and consuming illegal videos, mentioning that despite clarifications, he is still unfairly grouped with those involved. He acknowledged his past mistakes, expressed remorse, and encouraged his loved ones and fans to not be hurt by the situation.
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Reported 7 months ago
Taiwan is facing a growing labor shortage issue, with a recent study revealing the top five most in-demand occupations in Taiwan for the next decade. The occupations include commercial and administrative assistant professionals, sales and display workers, mining, construction, manufacturing, and transportation laborers, personal service workers, and production machinery operators. The study also suggests that the demand for these occupations will lead to a shortage of labor if not addressed, urging the government to focus on filling vacancies for low-skilled workers or upgrading industries to reduce dependence on low-skilled labor, especially in the face of increasing demand for information-related occupations in the changing industrial environment.
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Reported 7 months ago
Wu Xuan Altar in Tainan announced on Facebook that they would hold a wedding ceremony between Guan Sheng Emperor and the spirit of the Heavenly Empress from the 'Beishanwei Deer Ear Door Tianhou Temple.' This sparked controversy, with some criticizing the idea and causing a backlash, leading Wu Xuan Altar to issue an apology and clarify the misunderstanding. They warned of legal action against those making malicious attacks to protect their religious beliefs. The Tianhou Temple demanded a written apology or threatened defamation charges against Wu Xuan Altar for alleged damage to their reputation.
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Reported 7 months ago
In an effort to attract tourists, many tourist destinations offer various raffle activities. Recently, a tourist in Inner Mongolia won a grand prize of 'a horse' during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday. Delighted and happy, the lucky winner was presented with the horse on stage by event staff, with the organizers even sending the horse directly to the winner's home. This unique and memorable experience has gained attention online with many jokingly expressing wishes to win pandas in Sichuan or tigers in Harbin on future trips.
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Reported 7 months ago
胡歌於台灣參加「對話青年」講座，先逛松菸，自評是個便宜又好用的演員，表達對台灣粉絲的感謝與親切，並表示想和台灣導演合作但此行行程緊湊。他低調訪台，只携帶少量人員，快速赴台交流完畢後就同樣迅速離開，活動受邀參與台灣青年影視從業人員。
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Reported 7 months ago
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has initiated island-wide propagation activities this weekend to directly explain to the public the reconsideration proposed by the Executive Yuan on the amendments to certain articles of the 'Legislative Powers Exercise Act' and 'Criminal Code,' recently passed by the Legislative Yuan. President and DPP Chairman Lai Ching-te emphasized the importance of defending the ruling party's commitment to the Constitution, respecting the rule of law, and safeguarding democratic constitutionalism to seek the greatest support of the people. The propagation actions aim to unite Taiwan and deepen democracy, not for the benefit of the DPP but for the nation's progress and democratic development.
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Reported 7 months ago
In June 12, 2024, Matsu military personnel were found complaining about the lack of meat to eat, prompting a scandal where Coast Guard officials, led by Lieutenant Colonel Lin Youbo, embezzled 64 boxes of canned food including beef and various delicacies. Lin and 6 others were prosecuted, with Lin receiving a 3-year prison sentence, while others received 1 year 3 months to 2 years 8 months. The scheme involved diverting the goods off the island via various tactics, with some food being sent back to Taiwan for personal consumption. The court also ordered confiscation of money involved. Strengthened monitoring and education measures were implemented post-incident. The case can be appealed.
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Reported 7 months ago
South Korean instant noodles, especially the spicy chicken noodles, are renowned worldwide but recently faced controversy as the Danish government ordered the recall of 3 varieties produced by Samyang Foods due to high levels of capsaicin that may pose a risk of acute poisoning. Samyang Group expressed confusion over the decision and stated it's the first time globally a recall occurred due to spiciness. The incident sparked discussions in Denmark and online, with some finding the situation exaggerated, while Samyang plans to respond to the Danish regulations carefully.
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Reported 7 months ago
根據2024年6月12日FTNN新聞網報導，韓國女團TWICE的多賢和男團B1A4的鄭振永將合作演出韓國版《那些年，我們一起追的女孩》。劇照中，兩人身穿高中制服坐在教室內，展現青春氛圍，引起粉絲期待。
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