Reported 7 months ago
The New Taipei City Government's Water Resources Bureau announced that Taiwan Water Corporation will be replacing pipelines, resulting in a 23-hour water suspension from 9am on June 15 to 8am on June 16 in parts of Banqiao and Taishan. An estimated 13,237 households will be affected, urging residents to store water in advance. The water company will set up 10 temporary water supply stations for public water usage. Various areas like Shoushan Road in Banqiao and portions of Taishan District will be affected by the suspension.
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Reported 7 months ago
Yunlin County's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) delegation traveled to meet with Premier Su, Minister of the Interior Liu, and Minister of Agriculture Chen, to present a petition requesting a 2 to 3-year postponement of the full implementation of the National Land Planning Law, which is set to take effect in 2025. DPP legislator Liu emphasized the need for clarification amid misconceptions surrounding the law's impact on farmers' rights and urged the central government to address concerns and ensure fair policy implementation.
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Reported 7 months ago
法國週四傳出凡爾賽宮火警通報，屋頂冒濃煙，但後來證實只是天氣過熱使木製結構冒煙，未有火焰，未造成嚴重損失。凡爾賽宮是法國知名景點之一，每年吸引800萬遊客，此次事件引起關注但幸未造成實質損害。法國對文化遺產保護尤為重視，尤其在2019年聖母院大火後更加謹慎。
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Reported 7 months ago
Deputy Minister of Justice Huang Shijie criticized the Taoyuan City Government for not seriously stating the reasons for rescinding the permits of three solid recovered fuel (SRF) plants, which led to the Ministry of Economic Affairs revoking the decision. Taoyuan City Government's Public Information Director Luo Chudong countered, calling Huang Shijie's logic contradictory. The dispute arose after the Economic Affairs Ministry revoked the city government's decision, sparking tensions between local and central authorities.
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Reported 7 months ago
Taiwan Semiconductor's German factory will begin construction by the end of this year and mass production is expected to start by the end of 2027, attracting Taiwanese supply chain companies to the region. Poland, along with neighboring countries like the Czech Republic, have been reaching out to Taiwanese companies. The Polish Investment Agency revealed that the Polish government has offered the highest subsidies in the EU to welcome companies from various fields to invest in Poland, with at least 10 Taiwanese companies already in talks. Poland's strategic advantages, including geographical location, workforce, competitive wages, and government subsidies, make it an appealing destination for semiconductor industry development.
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Reported 7 months ago
A Chinese man drove a speedboat into Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf, sparking concerns over national security. After the incident, penalties were issued by the Coast Guard Administration, and Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an expressed that the situation was exaggerated and emphasized the government's responsibility to ensure public safety. He called for a comprehensive and thorough review of the system at a national level to prevent future occurrences. This incident raised questions about security and led to disciplinary actions against 10 individuals involved in the oversight failure.
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Reported 7 months ago
孫安佐與獨子孫鵬過去因發生糾紛導致關係緊張，但最近孫安佐在社群平台上放上與孫鵬的合照，顯示兩人關係已和解。此外，孫安佐因校園放火槍事件差點被退學，但目前仍在城市科大就讀。狄鶯夫妻關係也似乎得到改善，解決先前的矛盾。
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Reported 7 months ago
A 43-year-old man named Chen and his 37-year-old wife in Kaohsiung operated a health center and lured a Vietnamese woman named Huahua (pseudonym) to Taiwan under the guise of working as a caregiver for Chen's father. However, she was imprisoned by the couple and forced to serve clients for nearly a year without rest, even during her menstrual period. It was not until the Immigration Agency's Southern District Branch intervened that she was rescued. The perpetrators have been charged with violating anti-human trafficking laws, moral corruption, hindering freedom, forging documents, and violations of employment service laws.
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Reported 7 months ago
對於民進黨政策會執行長王義川和民進黨立委沈伯洋提及『高風險人群』引發爭議，媒體人李艷秋批評指出，只要支持藍白、批評民進黨、未投賴清德大選的人就會被歸類為『高風險群』，憂心可能被視為勾結對岸出賣台灣，呼籲高風險群持自新。
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Reported 7 months ago
宜蘭縣長林姿妙涉貪弊案審理進行中，宜蘭地院密集開庭，預計3個月內宣判，若被判有罪將被停職，影響林縣長大位命運；法院排定13次庭期，辯論終結後最快8月底宣判，林姿妙若無罪則可維持職位，否則由中央派員代理。案情複雜，涉案人多，去年已開庭13次，影響局勢及後續處理模式。
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 11, 2024, police officers Chang Bo-Wei and Chen Guan-Min from the Da Tong District Police Station in Taipei apprehended a car thief while conducting patrol duties and checking for drunk drivers. The officers caught Li, who not only was driving under the influence but had also stolen a car and attempted to pass it off as his own. Li refused to cooperate with the police and was arrested for drunk driving and theft on the spot. This incident highlights the dangers of drunk driving and theft, and the severe penalties associated with these offenses.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
On June 11, 2024, a mainland Chinese man was caught driving a speedboat to Taiwan, where he was immediately arrested by coast guard personnel. The man had previously served as a captain in the PLA Navy. The Director of the National Security Bureau mentioned the need to investigate the motives behind the individual's entry to Taiwan, including the possibility of CCP manipulation. The incident has raised concerns about national security and border control measures.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Taipei City Mayor Chiang Wan-an responded to Keelung City Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang's proposal to merge Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung, and Taoyuan into one large special municipality by stating that the cities are already partners through a shared governance platform for exchanging views on various municipal issues. Chiang emphasized the importance of providing the best services to citizens and will continue to foster a common living circle through cooperation.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
莊雨潔是華視主播，被曝15年薪資不及跳槽至三立的新人記者。她表示離開主播台是經過深思熟慮的決定，對此感到捨不得但也坦然面對。莊雨潔對華視的感激與告別，展望未來將以不同角色繼續與大家見面，也希望能有更多時間陪伴家人。華視也尊重她的決定，祝福她未來職涯。
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Reported 7 months ago
In June 11, 2024, a citizen reported finding larvae inside fried chicken bought at a local market in Wufeng, Taichung. After buying three chicken legs for 225 NTD and biting into them, the larvae were discovered to be crawling inside, causing great alarm. The Taichung City Food Safety Department will inspect the store to determine if it complies with regulations. Social media discussions followed, with some suggesting that the incident may be related to the buyer's own storage methods. The Department plans to inspect the store's hygiene practices and may impose fines if violations are identified.
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Reported 7 months ago
女房客在外租屋時，房東借故邀她到廟裡拜拜後，趁機提議幫忙拔罐、針灸和喝酒，女房客喝醉後驚醒發現房東趴身上，嚇得她呼求救援。法院一審判房東3年6月徒刑，二審維持原判，全案可再上訴。
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Reported 7 months ago
Exclusive report dated June 11, 2024, 10:04 PM, photo taken from Chen Ting-fei's Facebook. He Haoyi comments on the proposal by DPP legislator Chen Ting-fei and others to 'amend the constitution' to abolish the Control Yuan, followed by a counterproposal from KMT legislators such as Luo Chih-chiang to 'freeze the budget' of the Control Yuan. The article discusses the differences in approach between the blue and green camps towards the Control Yuan and its functions over the years, reflecting on the history of the institution and the various appointments made by different presidents.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
On June 11, 2024, in Wilmington, Delaware, Hunter Biden was convicted of making false statements on a gun background check form and illegally possessing a firearm, facing a maximum of 25 years in prison. Legal experts suggest he might avoid jail time due to various factors such as lack of prior offenses and compliance with pre-trial release conditions. Sentencing date has not been set but usually occurs within 120 days of conviction. Hunter's lawyers plan to appeal, citing reasons including constitutional gun rights, alleged political motivations, and a previous plea agreement. Additionally, he faces a separate tax trial in September, with the possibility of a heavier sentence if found guilty. President Biden stated he will respect the judicial process and confirmed he will not pardon his son.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
According to FTNN News on June 11, 2024, Eighty Three YO's drummer Aden, who was previously dating actress Hsieh Hsiang-ya, has reportedly ended the relationship and is now romantically involved with a tattooed woman. Aden was spotted with the new partner in the Xinyi District, driving back to his residence in Xinzhuang, where they did not leave afterward. While Aden openly dated Hsieh Hsiang-ya in 2019 and even discussed marriage, his current relationship seems to have ended. Eighty Three YO's management declined to comment, stating that they do not interfere in the members' private lives.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
China's consumer prices increased less than expected in May while factory prices continued to decline for the 20th consecutive month, raising concerns about weak demand. The consumer price index rose by 0.3% compared to a year earlier, falling slightly from April, with core inflation at 0.6%. The producer price index dropped 1.4% year-over-year in May, following a 2.5% decline in April. Analysts suggest that more government intervention may be needed to stimulate domestic demand given the persisting deflationary pressure.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
FTNN News Network - On June 11, 2024, Washington Post columnist Josh Rogin revealed the US planning to deploy in advance to turn the Taiwan Strait into a 'drone hell' before a Chinese attack on Taiwan, allowing for more time for Taiwanese-American and allied forces. National Security Bureau Director Tsai Ming-hsien stated today that Taiwan will strengthen information exchanges with international allies to prepare for various scenarios of a potential attack on Taiwan by the CCP.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
因感染人類呼吸道融合病毒，歌神張學友臨時取消了台北小巨蛋演唱會，主辦單位提供了退票或明年演唱會同價位票券轉換方案，但僅收到78張退票申請，不到0.1%的比例。大多數觀眾決定等待明年再次與歌神相會。
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 11, 2024, at 10:00 PM, the People's Daily reported that the 113th Civil-Military Joint Air Defense (Wanan-47) exercise will be held in the central region on July 22 (Monday) from 1:30PM to 2:00PM, featuring a 30-minute evacuation, traffic control, and sheltering drill. Citizens are urged not to panic upon hearing emergency alarms, to cooperate with authorities, close doors and windows, and head to shelters. The goal of the exercise is to enhance public awareness, familiarize with air raid protection, and enhance the emergency response capabilities of government units to ensure national safety in case of air raids. Additionally, Douliu Police Station collaborated with Chief Ding to produce a promotional video using a rap style to reinforce public awareness of air raid emergency measures, especially targeting the elderly in agricultural areas of Yunlin County.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Legendary superstar Maggie Cheung, aged 57, who retired from the entertainment industry after filming 'Beautiful Shanghai' in 2004 and settled in Vancouver, Canada to focus on Buddhism, recently shared a selfie on social media during the Dragon Boat Festival and the end of China's national college entrance exams, sending blessings and receiving praise for her timeless beauty. While some local netizens noted a slight weight gain in a temple visit video, others defended her, emphasizing the angle and posture of the video.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
21歲男子與未成年15歲少女交往，去年暑假36天內在彰化等地多次發生性關係，直到少女急著買驗孕棒告知母親，才被揭發。法院判男子妨害性自主罪，判處1年8月徒刑並緩刑4年，需賠償對方家長27萬元。尊重身體自主權。
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