Reported about 1 year ago
Dean Fujioka, a well-known Japanese actor, gained popularity in recent years. It was revealed that he has been married for many years to an Indonesian woman named Vanina, who is not from the entertainment industry. Their love story started at a party in Taipei through mutual friends, leading to a romantic relationship spanning countries. After four years of long-distance dating, they got married in Bali in 2012. Despite living in different countries, they welcomed twins in 2014 and later another child, demonstrating their commitment and love. Their relationship has been described as more romantic than many idol dramas.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The documentary 'Doin’ My Drugs' directed by Tyler Q Rosen tells the story of musician Thomas Muchimba Buttenschøn, born HIV-positive in Zambia, who uses his music to fight the stigma of HIV/AIDS. The film is available for streaming on Peacock with a premium subscription, offering access to a wide range of entertainment content. To watch, visit PeacockTV.com, choose a payment plan, create an account, and enjoy the documentary that showcases the transformative power of music and advocacy.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Lin Chuyin accused Kuomintang legislator Xu Qiaoxin of advocating 'blue terror' during a questioning session. Xu Qiaoxin retaliated with evidence, stating that Lin Chuyin misrepresented her words and accused the DPP of spreading rumors. Xu emphasized that her original statement was about criticizing government misinformation and ensuring legal and relief procedures were in place, not promoting 'blue terror' as claimed by Lin. The ongoing conflict between the two legislators highlights the political tensions in Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 2024 Golden Melody Awards, Chen Jianwei, known as the Hokkien Song King, almost went blind due to a corneal ulcer, causing a delay in releasing their duet song 'Cheng Jian.' The collaboration between Chen Jianwei and artist Yi Yingliang began when Yi mistakenly announced the wrong winner, which led to their partnership. Despite facing a health scare with a severe eye infection, Chen Jianwei managed to overcome the setback and released their latest song just before the awards. Their accidental encounter at the previous ceremony led to a fruitful collaboration despite the challenges they faced.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Amidst a decline in domestic tourism and the impact of earthquakes, the Ministry of Agriculture has launched enhanced tour packages for Taitung County's rural areas, linking villages along the valley and coastal areas to offer experiences like making coasters and bringing home local products. This initiative aims to attract more local tourists for in-depth rural experiences, with hopes of revitalizing the tourism economy in Eastern Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The controversy over priority seats on public transportation in Taiwan continues following recent incidents of conflicts arising from people refusing to give up seats. Health Minister Chiu Tai-yuan expressed support for retaining priority seats while aiming to improve in two directions by possibly renaming the seats and expanding the eligibility criteria. Chiu emphasized the importance of understanding and harmonizing between generations and considering the actual needs of individuals. Efforts to revise the law related to priority seats had previously been presented to the legislature for review, but more consensus-building is needed for further progress.
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Reported about 1 year ago
President Lai Ching-te and his cabinet team have been in office for a month, with a recent poll by the New Taiwan National Policy Foundation showing that 56% of the people are satisfied with President Lai's governance, while 24% are dissatisfied. The approval rating for Premier Cho Rong-tai is also at 53%. Among cabinet members, Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung has the highest satisfaction rating, followed by Defense Minister Gu Li-hsiung and Minister of Economic Affairs Guo Zhihui. President Lai, Premier Cho's approval ratings are both above half, indications of their positive performance during this period of evaluation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Google announced the shutdown of Google Podcast last year, with the service scheduled to end on Sunday, June 23. Over 500 million users are advised to backup and transfer their subscription content before the service ends. Google Podcast, which was launched in 2018, will be merged with YouTube and YouTube Music. Users have until July 29 to access and backup content before migration becomes impossible. Google will provide a migration tool for users to download their subscriptions into a file for uploading to compatible podcast applications.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former President Lee Teng-hui, who passed away, had a long-standing wish to establish the beef industry in Taiwan. He discovered descendants of Japanese Wagyu cattle introduced during the Japanese colonial period in Yangmingshan, naming them 'Source Hsing Cattle.' In 2020, the breed was submitted to the Taiwan Council of Agriculture for registration as a new breed. After 4 years of effort, the Council recently officially approved the registration of Source Hsing Cattle as a new breed, making it Taiwan's first privately discovered and officially approved cattle breed. This achievement fulfills Lee Teng-hui's dream of breeding top-quality 'Taiwan Wagyu' as the cattle he raised are now officially recognized.
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Reported about 1 year ago
LeBron James' son, Bronny James, recently announced his decision to forgo college and enter the 2024 NBA Draft, causing a lot of attention. However, their common agent Paul revealed that LeBron is no longer insisting on playing 'father-son basketball' with his son but rather focusing on letting Bronny join the team that best suits him. As Bronny only participated in individual workouts for the Los Angeles Lakers and the Phoenix Suns, Paul emphasized the importance of finding a team that values the player and providing him with opportunities. The NBA Draft in 2024 will be a significant event in determining Bronny's future in basketball.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A fire broke out at the popular chain restaurant 'Chiba Hot Pot' in Miaoli, Taiwan, and has been burning for 7 hours. The fire investigation is ongoing, and no casualties have been reported. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Despite the incident, the restaurant's Facebook page assured customers that they are undergoing equipment maintenance and thanked them for their patience. Many netizens expressed concerns about the fire, but the restaurant replied on Facebook, 'Everything's fine, just in the process of cleaning up!'
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Taichung, Taiwan, a man named Lin was riding a UBike with his mother when they were hit by a sedan after running a red light, resulting in Lin being fatally crushed under the car. His mother, who had just watched him leave the hospital, was devastated and questioned the driver for not braking. Despite the driver testing negative for alcohol, she will be charged with negligent homicide. Lin's mother tearfully recounted the tragic event and criticized the driver for not applying the brakes, expressing that her son would have only been injured if the driver had done so. Lin, an experienced cyclist on the route from Taichung to Houlil, was tragically killed in the accident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Xingfutang boss Chen Yongliang was involved in a parking violation incident, accusing the police of excessive law enforcement. Chen, along with his family, went to a market in Hsinchu to buy groceries in April. When their vehicle was towed for parking violation, Chen, holding two children, called out to his wife to quickly get in the car. In the chaos, his one-year-old son fell to the ground. Subsequently, there was a dispute between Chen and the police, leading to allegations of harm and obstruction of official duties. The police supported their colleague's actions and plan to press charges against Chen for his behavior.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a legislative meeting, People First Party Legislator Chen Chao-Zhi questioned Premier Su Tseng-chang regarding the Parliament Reform Reconsideration proposed by the Executive Yuan. She criticized the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) for previously accusing the Executive Yuan of disrespecting Parliament while in opposition, but now opposing the establishment of a crime of contempt in the legislature. Su Tseng-chang agreed that respect should be given to both individuals and the parliament, suggesting finding ways to stop such behavior. However, he emphasized the importance of not exceeding judicial and supervisory powers when making legal amendments, stating that any disrespect towards individuals or the parliament 'should not be allowed,' and careful consideration should be given to the content of the amendments. Chen Chao-Zhi urged Su Tseng-chang to withdraw the reconsideration to ease the tension between the ruling and opposition parties.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chen Yanxi exposed marriage issues with Chen Xiao, with no response from both parties. Actress Chen Yanxi and Chinese actor Chen Xiao sparked love while working on the drama 'The Romance of the Condor Heroes' in 2016, leading to their marriage that same year and having a child. However, rumors of marriage troubles have persisted over the 8 years. On the 19th, paparazzi 'River Feast' revealed that the husband was determined to divorce. Chen Xiao had previously mentioned on a program that before meeting Chen Yanxi, he never thought about marriage but did so for his parents' sake. Reflecting on his family's wishes for him to marry and have children, he emphasized the importance of filial piety. Chen Xiao also stressed the traditional values of his hometown in Huizhou. Chen Xiao's mother trusted his judgment when it came to choosing a partner but made it clear that dating should lead to marriage. However, meeting Chen Yanxi changed his perspective entirely. Chen Xiao was revealed to have lingering feelings for his ex-girlfriend, which impacted his marriage with Chen Yanxi.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Popular actress Hong Tang, known for her sexy figure and being listed as one of the top 100 sexiest women by FHM, recently disappeared from the entertainment scene until surprising fans with photos of her twin babies on their one-month celebration. She confirmed being a low-key mother and disclosed that she married a non-celebrity after 8 months of dating and is now enjoying motherhood with her twins. Despite the challenges of a twin pregnancy, she is planning to return to work after the babies are more settled.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Actress Lin Zi Xuan has stepped away from the entertainment industry in recent years to focus on live streaming e-commerce, where she has found success but also fierce competition. To explore new opportunities, she has invested a seven-figure sum with three friends to establish a new e-commerce platform. Lin expressed her interest in trying new ventures like short videos and TikTok, and after attending an e-commerce seminar, she saw the potential in this field. She hopes to provide a stable income source for others and welcomes everyone to explore the wide range of products on their platform.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In an effort to help young people buy homes, the government introduced the New Youth and Safety Loan program, but it has been exploited by some as a tool for speculation. Measures agreed upon include strengthening the inspection of loan applicants to prevent fraud and subletting. Those caught violating the rules will have to return subsidies and interests. Experts pointed out the challenges in enforcing these rules effectively and suggested the need for more stringent measures to curb speculation in the housing market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, members of the environmental group 'Just Stop Oil' sprayed orange powder paint on the iconic UK Stonehenge, prompting a tourist to intervene. The tour guide highlighted the ecological significance of the lichens on the stones, criticizing the environmentalists' actions. The group's vandalism on historical sites has sparked backlash, leading to arrests; criticisms range from lack of respect for culture to ineffective protest methods. The group aims to end oil, gas, and coal extraction and combustion in the UK by 2030, but their tactics, including disrupting cultural events and art, have been widely condemned.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the final reading of the Parliament Reform Act on June 20, 2024, tensions escalated outside the Legislative Yuan, with DPP Legislator Wang Ting-yu accusing KMT Legislator Yeh Yu-jen of requesting the use of police force by Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu. The two clashed in the Legislative Yuan corridor, exchanging heated words with Yeh denying the accusations and Wang firing back, leading to a public confrontation with accusations of rumor-mongering and challenges to face legal actions, ultimately ending with Yeh urging Wang to stop spreading rumors and criticizing his behavior.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Anique, the dessert brand famous for its Swiss rolls, is celebrating its 11th anniversary by offering 'Swiss Roll All-You-Can-Eat 2.0' from July with over 20 dessert choices for only NT $399 per person. The event includes classic items like Swiss rolls, American pies, and sliced cakes, as well as popular souvenirs and seasonal limited editions like 'Fresh Mango Swiss Roll' (to be replaced by 'White Grape Swiss Roll' in August). Details on participating stores and menu options are provided, with activities taking place in three locations across Taiwan. Registration opens on June 22 at midnight for the following month's slots. Don't miss this dessert extravaganza!
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 2024 GMA Golden Melody International Music Festival, happening from June 25 to 29, will feature a diverse range of activities, including the 'Music Special' series that will host heavyweight figures from the international music industry of Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, South Korea, and the United States to exchange and share new industry knowledge in Taiwan. The 'Music Special' will delve into topics like the fusion of Japanese anime and music, the success story of cultivating anime theme song queen LiSA from a music producer's perspective, the allure of music in Southeast Asia that transcends language barriers, the secrets of music producers behind film and television works, and dynamic songwriting experiences from a global perspective, among others, fostering international music exchange and collaboration while understanding the latest trends in the global music market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Transportation Minister Li Meng-Yan stated in a media interview today that Taiwan Rail ticket prices have not been adjusted for 29 years. He mentioned that various options are being considered by Taiwan Rail, with the Ministry of Transportation weighing in on the overall environment and costs, selecting options that will contribute to the sustainable operation and quality improvement of Taiwan Rail. Minister Li Meng-Yan emphasized the importance of adjusting prices moderately and highlighted the need to enhance the efficiency and safety of the rail system through new technologies, in addition to addressing recent controversies surrounding designated seating policies in public transportation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 'priority seat' issue continues to spark controversies, with a recent incident where a tired OL, after working 12 hours, was pressured by an elderly person to give up her seat on the subway, leading to a bloody accident. Internet users question who is responsible for the belief that 'giving up seats is a must for elders.' Some traced back the evolution of priority seats to Chiang Ching-kuo's initiation of the 'Student Giving Up Seat Movement' in 1975, showing that initially, it was meant for older individuals. The debate surrounding priority seats continues to heat up, with different perspectives on its significance and enforcement.
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Reported about 1 year ago
President Tsai Ing-wen attended the opening ceremony of the 23rd International Conference on Emergency Medicine (ICEM 2024) and urged support for Taiwan's participation in the World Health Organization (WHO). She emphasized the importance of global cooperation in public health, highlighted Taiwan's advancements in emergency medicine, and expressed the goal of creating a 'Healthy Taiwan' to benefit both the local and global population. President Tsai also stressed the role of emergency medical professionals in safeguarding public health, especially during events like the COVID-19 pandemic.
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