Reported 7 months ago
City Councilor Dai Hsin-chin initiated political party discussions on whether concerts can be held at Taipei Dome in the future. The DPP Taipei City Council caucus emphasized that concerts at the Dome should only proceed under safe conditions, suggesting that the content of a specific permit note should be deleted based on responsibilities. They criticized the attempt to shift blame to the parliament without proper preparation or planning, stating that ensuring public safety and following legal responsibilities are key. The DPP caucus also raised concerns over the lack of official communication regarding the discussions, questioning the legitimacy and effectiveness of such political negotiations in the absence of formal proposals. Overall, they urged the city government to prioritize safety assessments and responsible decision-making over political maneuvers.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 15, the first National Congress Reform Seminar organized by the Kuomintang will kick off in Tainan. Party Chairman Eric Chu stated that through numerous local seminars, the importance of Congress reform and the correct information will be communicated to the public. The Kuomintang is advocating for amending the public finance act, abolishing the use of the Barthel Index for those above 80, opposing the abolition of the death penalty, among other policies. The party aims to hold at least one large-scale seminar in every county to emphasize the necessity of Congress reform and share accurate information.
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Reported 7 months ago
政務委員林明昕指出，國會改革法案中的總統國情報告即問即答明顯違憲，在國會改革覆議案進入倒數15天後，林明昕曝光下一步計畫。若覆議案未通過，林明昕表示接下來立法院可能提出內閣不信任案，並指出即使覆議不成功，根據憲法，不影響內閣繼續運作。
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Reported 7 months ago
Shares of WuXi Biologics Cayman Inc. spiked the most in 19 months amidst speculation that a US bill targeting Chinese biotech companies might be excluded from the National Defense Authorization Act, relieving concerns that the company would be cut off from US pharmaceutical production chains. The stock surged 14% in Hong Kong, the highest since November 2022, after the bill was not added to the NDAA, with analysts suggesting potential obstacles delaying a decision before the presidential election and uncertainty over the global pharmaceutical supply chain excluding China. Sister company WuXi AppTec Co. responded by stating they will closely monitor the legislative process.
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Reported 7 months ago
After completing over two months of quarantine and adaptation following its return to the mainland from a trip to Korea, the giant panda Fubao made its official debut on June 12, drawing a large crowd eager to see and interact with the adorable bear. Fubao's active schedule since April included quarantine, adaptation period, and finally moving to the panda nursery for public viewing, where it happily nibbled on bamboo cakes while visitors marveled at its cuteness.
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Reported 7 months ago
New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi expressed his support for City Councilor Lin Guochun's announcement to run for mayor in 2026, stating that the Kuomintang has many talented individuals and he welcomes potential candidates. Lin, a former police officer turned five-term councilor, has served the city extensively and received increased votes in the last election. He plans to participate in the Kuomintang's primary elections, with support from Mayor Hou and KMT Chairman Chu Li-lun, emphasizing the importance of passionate public service and fair competition among candidates.
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Reported 7 months ago
A dangerous car accident occurred in Zuoying District, Kaohsiung, when a male driver named He failed to yield while making a left turn and collided with another car driven by a man surnamed Zhang. He's car lost control and crashed into a nearby breakfast shop, fortunately without causing harm to other customers, and both drivers only suffered minor injuries. The girlfriend of the male driver, dressed in a two-piece tight workout outfit, with a great figure, became an unexpected highlight at the scene.
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Reported 7 months ago
Taoyuan City Councilor Lin Tao expressed concerns over the growth of AI development in Taiwan outpacing the stable power supply, urging the government to reconsider its anti-nuclear stance and restart nuclear energy development under safety measures to address the electricity shortage issue. Lin highlighted the need for Taiwan to maintain stable energy supply as AI industries globally require a 3% increase in electricity consumption annually. He criticized the government's inconsistency in energy policy and called on Energy Minister Kuo Jyh-huei to prioritize expertise over political ideology for the benefit of Taiwan's development and power stability.
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Reported 7 months ago
A gruesome triple homicide occurred in a Kaohsiung hotel yesterday afternoon, with the bodies of two women and a man discovered in their room after failing to check out. The male victim, an internet-famous chef, had a possible romantic dispute with one woman while the other was someone he met online. Authorities are investigating the exact cause of their deaths, as a suicide note was found at the scene detailing various grievances, indicating internal issues. The identities of the deceased and their backgrounds are currently under examination.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 10, four American teachers were stabbed while in Jilin, China. The police have arrested a 55-year-old male suspect named Cui, claiming the attack was triggered by a 'collision'. One of the victims, David Zabner, recounted the incident saying he was unexpectedly attacked by a man wielding a knife. The suspect, currently unemployed, injured the teachers who were invited to teach at Beihua University in Jilin Province. The U.S. Embassy expressed concern, and Chinese authorities stated that the incident was an 'isolated case'.
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Reported 7 months ago
若葉龍也在日劇《Unmet-某腦外科醫的日記-》中飾演「三瓶醫師」而爆紅，被票選為最喜歡角色第三名。接演原因除了受製作人感動外，竟是因為合作多次的杉咲花「施壓」。劇中若葉龍也的表現受到網友好評，被稱「細膩自然到分不清是台詞或即興」，也因照顧劇組人員受肯定。該劇不僅在日本獲得好評，在台灣也收視口碑雙贏，堪稱本季最強黑馬。
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Reported 7 months ago
Taiwan's classic male group Energy officially returns to the music scene this year, with their new song 'Friday Night' becoming a hit on various social media platforms. However, TORO, the only single member, is embroiled in controversy as his ex-girlfriend exposes him for nearly being a cheater. She reveals that TORO, who they initially thought was single, was actually in a long-term relationship, leading to their breakup. She also describes TORO's emotional outbursts, including one incident where he hit the steering wheel when she appeared unhappy during a trip from New Taipei to Yangmingshan in Taipei. TORO's management has yet to respond to the allegations.
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Reported 7 months ago
A fatal accident occurred in Taichung's Tanzi District where a 73-year-old man surnamed Bao was riding a scooter with his 11-year-old granddaughter on the way to school. While maneuvering through traffic, they were possibly struck by a connecting vehicle due to insufficient distance, causing Bao to be crushed by the rear wheel and die on the spot with severe head deformation. The granddaughter sustained minor injuries. The police are investigating the incident. This incident adds to a series of recent fatal accidents reported by FTNN News.
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Reported 7 months ago
一名19歲女子在美國猶他州阿爾卑斯山的馬尾瀑布附近健走時意外墜瀑身亡。其他遊客發現她留下的手機中記錄著意外發生時的畫面，立刻報警。警方在瀑布下找到女子時已經身亡，且救援難度高，需花2天時間打撈遺體進行進一步調查。
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Reported 7 months ago
The 14-year-old internet-famous white Maltese dog 'Meimei' had a cute and clever appearance, gaining many fans online. Unfortunately, shortly after the Dragon Boat Festival holiday ended, the owner tearfully confirmed Meimei's passing, stating that she peacefully left in her sleep without any pain. The owner described how he tried to save her and held her for over an hour until her body stiffened with grief, expressing disbelief at her departure. The owner thanked fans for being part of Meimei's later years and requested not to worry too much, despite his own difficulty letting go.
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Reported 7 months ago
The housing market is booming, boosting developers' confidence in land purchases, with statistics showing that listed property companies in Taiwan have already exceeded 45 billion in land transactions in the first 5 months of this year, doubling compared to the same period last year. Developers are aggressively acquiring lands in major cities, particularly in New Taipei City with the most active transactions. Trends include targeting valuable locations with potential for redevelopment, commercial lands for office buildings, and developing in AI-industry clusters. Corporate land acquisitions for headquarters are also driving market activity this year.
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Reported 7 months ago
In a scenario-building exercise, Minister Lin Ming-xin of the Executive Yuan expressed to YahooTV's 'Coming Soon with Reason' that the question-and-answer format of the President's State of the Nation address in the Parliamentary Reform Bill is clearly unconstitutional. With 15 days left before the final outcome of the Parliamentary Reform Reconsideration Case is revealed, Lin Ming-xin also revealed the next steps, including the possibility of Cabinet resignation or a vote of no confidence after the reconsideration case.
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Reported 7 months ago
Energy成員TORO被前女友指控劈腿，聲稱在另一半談婚嫁期間與女方搞曖昧、追求，差點讓前女友成為小三，且交往期間情緒失控。TORO經紀人回應時僅表示「空穴來風不回應」。文章也提到了其他娛樂圈內的外遇風波和悲慘案例。
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Reported 7 months ago
According to the news from Sanlih News Network on June 12, 2024, Mayor Hou Yu-ting responded to rumors of Fu Kun-chi's intention to compete for the party chairmanship by stating, 'I believe all people's eyes are clear.' As the Nationalist Party's chairman election will be next May, when asked if he would challenge the chairmanship after stepping down, Hou simply said he would do what he wanted. Hou's responses focused on trusting the people's judgment. Various topics were discussed during the city council inquiry, including support for the current chairman, Eric Chu, and comparisons between potential candidates like Lu Hsiu-Yen and Jiang Chi-Chen. Hou emphasized supporting each individual in their roles and promoting unity for the country's progress.
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Reported 7 months ago
民眾黨立委黃國昌最近遭國民黨台北市議員爆料在廁所被問及政治問題，引發輿論關注。媒體人張禹宣預言，未來兩年後若黃國昌失去政治支持，民眾黨主席柯文哲可能會出手，對黃構成威脅。黃國昌的政治命運將在新北市產生轉折，若失敗則可能面臨政治生涯的終結。
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Reported 7 months ago
針對立法院在上個月通過的國會改革相關法案，總統賴清德昨天核可覆議案，行政院也送交文件至立院。國民黨洪孟楷批評政府改變理由從7點改為6項，表示這顯示政院也知道上次提出的是民粹式抹黑。立法院將在15天內進行表決，洪孟楷強調任何障礙議事的行為都會影響民眾智慧，並呼籲負責任。
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Reported 7 months ago
The 2026 New Taipei City Mayor election has garnered attention as several possible Nationalist Party candidates have emerged, including incumbent Deputy Mayor of New Taipei Liu Her-ran, Deputy Mayor of Taipei City Lee Ssu-chuan, Lin Yih-hua, and Legislator Hong Meng-kai. Blue Party Councilor Lin Guochun has declared his intention to participate in the party's mayoral primary elections, with Mayor Hou You-yi expressing that there are still many outstanding figures who have not yet made their intentions known. Various notable party members have been mentioned as potential candidates, emphasizing the importance of fair competition in the upcoming election.
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Reported 7 months ago
Huang Lixiong's luxury ban was activated on June 12, 2024, at 3:04 a.m. restricting him from using high-speed rail and taxis until his tax debt is settled. Due to owing over 71.3 million NT dollars, he is limited to a monthly living allowance of 24,000 NT dollars and is prohibited from extravagant activities such as investing, buying luxury items, traveling by taxi, high-speed rail, or airplane, staying in hotels above four stars, or playing golf. The Administrative Enforcement Agency has also announced a reward for reporting any luxury behavior, with a maximum reward of 1 million NT dollars. Huang Lixiong and his son Huang Bojian were involved in a 10-billion NT dollar investment fraud case related to their collapsed hospital, which led them to evade authorities and prompted the issuance of the luxury ban.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Huang Lixiong initiated a luxury ban on June 12, 2024, where he cannot take high-speed rail or taxis until he pays off his tax arrears. Due to owing over 71.3 million NTD in taxes, Huang was given a monthly living allowance limit and restricted from using taxis, high-speed rail, and airplanes. The Huang family was involved in a 10-billion NTD fraud case, with Huang's son and socialite girlfriend fleeing to Canada after a medical clinic bankruptcy, resulting in tax arrears and legal actions against them. Huang's ban on luxury activities also includes restrictions on investment, purchase of luxury goods, and staying at high-end hotels, among other restrictions, with a reward offered to those who report any violations of the ban.
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Reported 7 months ago
LaLa徐佳瑩宣布將於10月5日在高雄巨蛋舉行演唱會，回應歌迷心願。她表示將帶來與台北場不同的驚喜內容，並已有心儀嘉賓人選，強調新鮮感至關重要。徐佳瑩表示每場演出都希望帶來不同感受，對於即將到來的高雄場充滿期待。
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