Reported 7 months ago
A conflict erupted on the Taipei MRT Danshui-Xinyi Line when an 80-year-old woman and an 80-year-old man insisted a 25-year-old woman give up her seat. The woman, who had worked 12 hours and needed to rest, was pushed to apologize publicly by the man, leading to an emotional outburst and her hitting the pillar with her head several times, resulting in injuries but no fatalities. The police intervened, reminding the man that priority seats are meant for those in need, ending with both parties deciding not to press charges. Netizens criticized the elderly for their actions, with the police pointing out the true purpose of priority seats.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 11, 2024, in the afternoon, three individuals were found dead in a Kaohsiung hotel room, identified as one male and two females. The police, who initially ruled out external intervention, continue to investigate the exact cause of death. The male victim was revealed to be a popular chef with thousands of followers on social media, known for sharing cooking techniques and having appeared on food programs. The three deceased individuals, who hailed from northern and central Taiwan, had reportedly arranged to meet at the hotel on the day before the Dragon Boat Festival and were expected to check out on June 11. However, when they did not emerge, hotel staff contacted the authorities, leading to the discovery of their bodies in the room.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 11, 2024, at 11:34 PM, TVBS News reported that many women have a habit of covering their chests while bending over. Recently, a male netizen noticed that his girlfriend, even when wearing form-fitting clothes, would instinctively cover her chest while bending over. Curious, he asked if it was a habit for girls to cover their chests. This post sparked discussions among female netizens, with many pointing out that it is related to breast size. Some shared that women with smaller cup sizes tend to cover up while bending over to prevent exposure, and larger-breasted individuals may not need to cover as much. Others suggested that covering the chest might be driven by a sense of precaution against wardrobe malfunctions or revealing private areas.
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Reported 7 months ago
Regardless of the era, societal pressure often tags love and marriage as a defining norm. However, singlehood, being unmarried, or choosing not to have children are individual choices that have frequently faced societal scrutiny. In the new age, being single can also lead to a fulfilling and happy life. Many popular female actresses in the Korean entertainment industry are over 40 and have chosen to remain happily single, focusing on work and radiating confidence and beauty. Some examples include Ha Ji-won, Lim Soo-jung, Jang Na-ra, Song Ji-hyo, Yoon Eun-hye, and Han Ji-min, each with their unique journey and experiences.
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Reported 7 months ago
知名Youtuber「超哥」黃伯超駕駛藍寶堅尼超跑撞傷男大生，本來以6000元和解，男大生事後提告過失傷害，法院判超哥拘役10天。男大生提出200萬美元求償，和解未成，法院駁回上訴。事發於去年5月，超哥駕駛藍寶堅尼追撞騎士，後者稱受傷影響未來打大聯盟。
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Reported 7 months ago
The Taipei First Funeral Parlor is starting its long-awaited demolition project on June 13, marking the end of its six-decade service to the city. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an participated in a blessing ceremony and witnessed the removal of the Jingxing Hall sign, symbolizing progress while honoring the past. The five-month demolition is a significant moment for Taipei, with plans for the future land use underway, initially as a parking lot and green space. The Taipei City Government is gathering feedback for a long-term area development plan.
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Reported 7 months ago
Popular lifestyle media Zao Ka reported on June 11, 2024, at 11:33 PM that Tigerair has announced a summer flight promotion valid from now until 6/13 23:59, offering discounted one-way tickets to Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Macau, and Thailand starting from 799 Yuan before tax; Cathay Pacific has collaborated with 8 travel agencies to offer a 'Small Hand in Big Hand, Fun-filled Hong Kong 3D2N Free and Easy Trip' package, with selected hotels for stay and sponsored Buy One Get One flight tickets from Hong Kong International Airport; and AirAsia is offering one-way tickets from as low as 459 Yuan before tax. If you plan to travel abroad during the summer, take advantage of this promotion. Sales period is from now until 6/13 23:59, with travel dates from June 12, 2024, to September 30, 2024.
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Reported 7 months ago
Industrial clean room system engineering company Juxing (6903) debuted on the over-the-counter market with a listing reference price of NT$151 per share, soaring to NT$195 on the first trading day, marking a nearly 30% increase. The new stock had a draw for allocation, and those who won a share could potentially earn NT$44,000. With a subscription rate of over 160,000 people and an allocation rate of only 0.73%, the debut was successful, showing a strong reception in the market.
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Reported 7 months ago
在過去的六周裡，列克星敦的百日咳病例數超越了過去五年總和。列克星敦-費耶特縣衛生部表示，自4月26日以來，百日咳病例數上升了六例，總計27例確診病例。在此次爆發前，該市在過去五年中僅有16例百日咳病例。衛生部強調疫苗接種後的免疫力會隨著時間流逝而減弱，重申成年人和年長兒童接種疫苗的重要性。百日咳傳染性極強，通過咳嗽和打噴嚏傳播，嬰兒、哮喘患者和免疫系統受損者最易患上嚴重疾病。
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Reported 7 months ago
日籍球星大谷翔平轉隊至洛杉磯道奇後購入豪宅，近日2間日本電視台幾乎洩漏其位置，使大谷感不開心，對兩家媒體下禁訪令。豪宅價值785萬美元，位於洛杉磯，擁有7327平方英尺、5臥6.5浴，距離球場20.9公里。
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Reported 7 months ago
Ke Yi-Rou and chef Guo Zong-Kun's divorce lawsuit lasted for 4 years, finally concluding in July 2022. Ke, who has been running group purchases in recent years, shared on the show 'Fate is So Interesting' her struggle after her husband's infidelity was exposed in 2017, admitting it was a severe blow to her. Ke lost courage to even leave the house and stopped all work activities, but with the support of her fans over the past 7 years, she gradually recovered and expressed gratitude for the learning experience during the process.
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Reported 7 months ago
Multiple cases of high-end bicycle theft have been reported in various districts of Taipei City recently, with a 40-year-old man named Zhou, who worked at construction sites, caught stealing bikes estimated at over 800,000 NTD. The Taipei City Criminal Police Team apprehended Zhou for stealing pricey bicycles while working at different places, reselling them online for prices ranging from 3,000 NTD to 30,000 NTD. Upon investigation, Zhou was found involved in 29 bike theft cases and has been remanded on aggravated theft charges by the Taipei District Court. Police advise the public to purchase bikes from reputable sources, register for warranties, and use extra locks to prevent theft, urging against buying from suspicious sources to prevent the circulation of stolen goods.
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Reported 7 months ago
TAIEX opened at 21,841 points and surged to a high of 21,994 points, rising by 153 points with Taiwan Semiconductor hitting a new high of NT$905 in midday trading, pushing its market value to NT$23.47 trillion. The market was hovering around 21,994 points at 11:29 AM with investors awaiting the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision and US consumer price index data. Despite the Dow Jones Industrial Average closing slightly lower, the Nasdaq and S&P 500 hit new highs driven by Apple's AI announcement.
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Reported 7 months ago
FTNN News Network reported that on June 12, the Taipei stock market opened with a gain of 49.69 points, reaching 21,841.81 points. TSMC, the market leader, surged 22 points to hit 905 points, setting a new historical high. By 11:20 am, the index surged by 200 points to 21,962.62 points. TSMC is set to go ex-dividend on June 13, distributing nearly 3.5 yuan per share. In addition, due to the dilution of equity caused by employee stock rights, TSMC decided to implement treasury stocks, buying back 3,249 shares from June 6th to August 5th. Disclaimer: Information provided is for reference only; investors should make independent judgments and evaluate carefully.
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Reported 7 months ago
Shin Kong Life operated the 'New Ban's Jie Castle,' with former chairman Wu Dongjin allegedly misappropriating funds from 2019 to 2021 to set up a postnatal care home, increase project budgets by over one billion, and provide related enterprises with free use, resulting in nearly NT$1.5 billion in losses. Prosecutors summoned Wu Dongjin early today on suspicion of violating 'special breach of trust' laws, and granted him bail of one billion NT$. The case began when Shin Kong Life rented out the Jie Castle complex to related companies, with renovation costs paid by Shin Kong Life, causing prosecutors to claim a loss of one billion NT$. They also alleged that Shin Kong Life provided rooms rent-free to related companies through the Jie Castle Business Hotel, resulting in shortfalls of several million NT$ in rent. Wu Dongjin and 17 others, including the then president and general manager of Shin Kong Life, face charges of 'special breach of trust' under the Insurance Law and could receive three to ten years in prison, as well as fines ranging from ten million to two hundred million NT$. Prosecutors recently conducted searches and interviews involving Shin Kong Life and Wu Dongjin's properties, confiscating evidence. Wu Dongjin and others were questioned today, and Wu Dongjin was bailed for one billion NT$. Other individuals involved posted bail amounts ranging from two hundred thousand to two million NT$. The investigation revealed that Wu Dongjin and others committed crimes that exceeded contractual limits and harmed the company's interests.
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Reported 7 months ago
Jeff Chang's 'Future Ultimate World Tour Concert' in Dubai on June 11, 2024, successfully concluded with the next day flying to Xining in mainland China for a concert on the 15th. Jeff expressed concerns about singing at an altitude of over 2,000 meters, especially after learning about Jacky Cheung's RSV diagnosis. Despite following a healthy routine, Jeff expressed fear upon hearing the news. Amidst the success of his recent concerts, he shared surprises about younger fans and the upcoming Beijing concert at the Bird's Nest Stadium selling out instantly, planning for a Taipei concert in 2025 and humorously stating the possibility of singing at the Taipei Dome. Jeff also expressed worry after hearing about Jacky Cheung's illness.
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Reported 7 months ago
Senior journalist Ke Yingqing reported on June 11, 2024, that after experiencing egg shortages and soaring prices last year, the current oversupply of eggs has led to a drastic drop in prices. This week, both farm and wholesale prices of eggs fell by another 3 NTD per kilogram, reaching 27.5 and 37 NTD respectively, marking a new low in egg prices in nearly two years. The Taipei Egg Merchants Association revealed that some businesses in the south are selling eggs below market prices or feeding excess eggs to pigs due to oversupply. The Association is calling on the catering industry to reduce prices moderately to stimulate consumer demand. As per the latest information from the Agricultural Department, there are approximately 35.69 million egg-laying hens in Taiwan, producing around 121,700 crates of eggs per day, exceeding the daily demand of 120,000 crates. However, with the arrival of summer leading to a decrease in egg consumption, the surplus of eggs is growing, causing a downturn in the overall market for agricultural products. Therefore, the egg industry is faced with the challenge of excess production and the need for government support for chicken farmers as prices continue to fall.
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Reported 7 months ago
Modern people in Taiwan are facing an increasingly younger onset of macular degeneration due to frequent eye strain from various devices like computers, tablets, and phones, leading to myopia. Dr. Lin Yihong of Nobel Eye Clinic warned that the higher the myopia degree, the faster the eyes age. Taiwan has the highest myopia population globally, with a quarter having high myopia (over 500 degrees). High myopia increases the risks of early cataracts, retinal detachment, myopic macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Regular eye check-ups are crucial, as the risk of macular degeneration compared to non-myopic individuals significantly increases with high myopia degrees (above 600). Preventive measures like eye exams, rest breaks, sun exposure, healthy diet, sleep, and exercise are recommended to protect eye health.
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Reported 7 months ago
Thirteen public kindergartens and fourteen elementary schools in Taipei have suspended their summer extended care services due to on-campus construction, leading to the disruption of parents' summer plans. The Taipei City Department of Education is assisting in transferring affected students to nearby after-school care programs to ensure their care during the summer vacation. Efforts are ongoing to accommodate all affected students, highlighting the challenges of balancing infrastructure improvements with continuous childcare services.
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Reported 7 months ago
During an interview, Huang Kuo-chang criticized Taiwan's Green Party for accumulating nearly 3 billion NT dollars in losses, with internal factions continuously battling each other. Allegations of insider leakage to Huang Kuo-chang surfaced, and he stated his lack of interest in factional disputes. Huang also highlighted the harm caused by the Democratic Progressive Party's involvement in state-owned enterprises, accusing elites of manipulating resources and leading to the party's financial troubles. He pledged to continue exposing corruption scandals, emphasizing the need to hold those responsible for mismanagement accountable.
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Reported 7 months ago
During a legislative session, Executive Yuan head Su Tseng-chang suggested that the electricity price policy for September is moving towards stability, hinting at no increase in electricity prices. When questioned about this, Economic Minister Guo Zhihui stated that he would consult with Su Tseng-chang and act accordingly. Opposition lawmakers inquired about whether the freeze in electricity prices would lead to Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) facing financial issues, but Guo reassured that Taipower would not go bankrupt and that efforts would be made to resolve financial problems. Taipower's general manager mentioned that further assessment was needed to determine whether Taipower would incur losses if electricity prices remained frozen. Guo also pledged to provide reports on electricity growth estimates and Taipower's financial situation before the end of the legislative term. Despite the previous electricity price hike in April, Taipower reported significant pre-tax losses, accumulating debts, and a high debt-to-asset ratio.
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Reported 7 months ago
A Chinese man recently drove a speedboat from Fujian, crossed the Taiwan Strait, and entered the Tamsui River defense area on June 9, claiming to be 'seeking freedom.' It was later revealed that he was a former captain in the Chinese navy, raising national security concerns. The Mainland Affairs Council spokesperson responded by calling it a 'personal act' and criticized the DPP for overreacting. The man, in his 60s, was intercepted by the coast guard upon arrival in Tamsui and taken for investigation. Questions remain about the situation if he returns to the mainland. This incident is contrasted with two Kinmen fishermen rescued by Chinese authorities after drifting into Chinese waters, with one still being held despite his military retirement applications being processed. The government is still verifying the handling progress of this issue.
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Reported 7 months ago
Another disturbing food safety issue arises in Taichung as a netizen revealed finding maggots wriggling inside a fried chicken leg purchased at a market in Wufeng during the Dragon Boat Festival. The shocking discovery prompted widespread disgust online, with the Taichung City Food Safety Department conducting an inspection and warning non-compliant vendors to improve or face fines. The incident, accompanied by a video showing maggots in the meat, led to concerns about food hygiene and the handling of cooked goods in open markets.
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Reported 7 months ago
柯建銘呼籲立法院長韓國瑜盡速召開朝野協商，討論時程安排，盼在野黨立委冷靜看覆議的理由，讓立法院覆議案通過。他表示民進黨希望覆議成功，不應該杯葛，強調程序透明且曾成功處理過多次覆議案例，回應國民黨質疑時則解釋沒有拖延時間。正逢財委日本考察行，柯建銘質疑行程安排奇怪。
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