Reported about 1 year ago
On June 21, 2024, at 4:50 p.m., Taiwan Railways reported that the EMU3000 type Taroko Express Train No. 229 collided with falling rocks near Chongde and Hen. The incident occurred just 100 meters away from the site of the 2021 Taroko Express derailment. Due to heavy rainfall, the railway tracks were flooded with debris, causing the rockfall warning system to fail. Seven people were injured, and measures for better protection mechanisms are being actively explored. This incident, reminiscent of the previous tragic accident, underscores the need for improved safety protocols in railway operations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Dadaocheng Summer Festival is set to begin next month, with changes made to alleviate traffic congestion experienced last year. Despite concerns of increased traffic due to the condensed schedule and earlier showtime, the event aims to transform the Taipei night sky with fireworks. Mayor Jiang promises to implement accompanying measures to prevent traffic congestion and address public complaints.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Taiwan Railway's New Taroko Express train collided with a landslide in Hualien, stopping inside the Qingshui Tunnel, resulting in the driver and 8 passengers sustaining minor injuries. Passengers recounted the frightening experience of the train abruptly braking, continuing to collide with the tunnel wall before stopping. The incident caused delays and discomfort to 525 passengers, who were later provided with a full refund by Taiwan Railways. Rescue efforts and repairs are ongoing in the area.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 21, 2024, at 8:31 AM, Taiwan Railway's 229 Taroko Express train derailed in the afternoon, resulting in the driver fracturing his bones and 6 passengers sustaining minor injuries, with many passengers having to awkwardly escape in the mud. The incident happened just 100 meters away from the Taroko Express derailment tragedy that occurred on April 2, 2021. The warning system did not alert because the rockfall warning system was set at the East Main Line, while today's mudslide only affected the West Main Line, thus not triggering the brake notification for the train. The affected passengers were transferred to nearby stations, and emergency teams were mobilized for rescue and medical care. This incident raised questions about the effectiveness of the safety measures in place by the Taiwan Railway.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Trump Media & Technology Group, owner of Truth Social, has seen its stock prices drop by half since May 30 following former President Donald Trump's legal troubles. The company's volatile share price fell an additional 5% on Friday, totaling a 50% decline in just three weeks. The selloff has led to an approximate $3 billion reduction in Trump's net worth, with concerns that the company, despite its high valuation, generates minimal revenue, making it vulnerable to further losses. The recent approval by regulators for a financial move that may dilute shareholders' holdings has exacerbated the situation for the conservative social media company.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The core acting trio of 'The Bikeriders,' including Tom Hardy, Austin Butler, and Jodie Comer, formed a tribal bond to portray members of a Chicago motorcycle club in the fictional movie based on a 1968 book. The actors discuss their character preparations and transformations, emphasizing the commitment needed to portray the gang members accurately and effectively.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A man from Shanghai, China, who works as an online game streamer, was scammed by his online 'girlfriend' for 7 years without ever meeting in person. The man transferred a total of nearly 2.85 million NTD to the woman after she fabricated various reasons like illness and family emergencies. He realized he had been deceived when he discovered that the woman had been using photos of a different person on her social media. The woman, who confessed to planning the scam before meeting him, has been detained for fraud, and part of the money has been recovered by the authorities. Police investigations are ongoing.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to SET News, on June 21, 2024, a girl visited Nara Park to take photos and directly sat on a deer for a picture. Japan saw a 60.1% surge in foreign tourists in May, exceeding 3 million visitors for the third consecutive month. Nara Park, a popular attraction in Japan, is known for visitors feeding and interacting with deer for photos. However, a video of a girl sitting on a deer recently went viral online, causing criticism from netizens. The deer's expression in the video led to heated discussions, with some defending the girl's action as harmless while others condemned it.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 21, 2024, at 8:30 am, Taiwan's Taroko Express train No. 229 encountered a landslide while passing through the Hualien Qingshui Tunnel yesterday evening, causing the second carriage to derail. Aside from the train driver breaking his hand, several passengers sustained minor injuries. News anchor Zhang Lingyu, upon learning about this, prayed for the safety of everyone on the train, revealing that her family had taken the same train just the day before, emphasizing the close call. Zhang Lingyu has ties to the east of Taiwan, with her father having established hotels in Yilan and Hualien, making this incident very close to her heart.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to an advance estimate from Statistics Canada, Canadian retail sales dropped by 0.6% in May, negating most of the gains seen in April. The decline, the largest since January, was led by a decrease in car dealer sales. Economist reactions suggest that consumer spending remains weak, with the Bank of Canada likely considering further rate cuts to stimulate spending in light of below-average retail sales growth compared to population growth.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 21, 2024, the Taiwan stock market index fell by 152.71 points to 23,253.39, a 0.65% decrease. Amidst this, Quanta, a major panel manufacturer, experienced a surge in trading volume with 586,000 shares traded, becoming the top-traded stock, while foreign investors only managed to acquire 46,000 shares. This led to the stock price hitting the daily limit at 15.6 yuan. Meanwhile, another stock, Quanta's competitor, saw 120,000 shares bought by foreign investors. Overall, the top foreign-bought stocks included a mix of electronics, manufacturing, and financial companies, with Quanta topping the list.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Shares of Inversiones Portuarias Chancay SAA, a minority owner of a new port project in Peru, have skyrocketed by 400% in less than a month despite the project not generating revenue yet. Marketed as a meme stock, the company's surge in shares is mainly fueled by retail investors' interest, inspired by its Chinese ownership and US government criticism. While creating excitement in Peru's stock market akin to meme stock trends in the US, doubts over the company's financial health have also surfaced, urging caution among traders.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Mubadala Capital, owned by Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund, has purchased an expansion team in SailGP, the international sailing competition co-founded by Larry Ellison. Representing Brazil as the league’s 11th team, the new squad operated by IMM marks SailGP's first team from South America. The deal underscores Mubadala's existing ties with SailGP, with the aim of expanding its investments in Brazil, aligning with its commitment to the country.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the Bluebird Action rally on June 21, 2024, with over 10,000 people present, Cao Xingcheng, the founder of United Microelectronics Corporation, urged continued civil disobedience actions to dismiss CCP-appointed legislators in Taiwan and prevent Chinese Communist Party interference in Taiwan's judiciary and government. He emphasized the importance of defending Taiwan's democracy and freedom against CCP threats and infiltration attempts, highlighting Taiwan's strategic significance in maintaining regional peace.
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Reported about 1 year ago
喜歡《SPY×FAMILY間諜家家酒》的粉絲們趕緊前往誠品生活武昌店，快閃店將於6/21-9/8期間開幕，提供九大打卡點和近90款最新周邊商品，包括抱枕、髮帶、拉繩飲料提袋等，粉絲們可以在快閃店中一覽安妮亞、洛伊德等角色的亮相和參與互動的樂趣。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Chinese Taiwan Affairs Office and other departments held a press conference today (6/21) to announce the implementation of 'opinions' to punish Taiwan independence, with the most severe punishment being the death penalty for the crime of 'splitting the country.' The Democratic Progressive Party responded that the majority of Taiwanese people will not accept this. The new 'opinions' consist of 22 articles targeting Taiwan independence activists only and not the entire population of Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A major power outage hit the Balkan region as countries like Montenegro, Croatia, Bosnia, and Albania suffered from a hourslong blackout due to problems in the power distribution system, leaving almost the entire country without electricity. The outage was linked to extreme heat, with temperatures soaring over 40 degrees Celsius. Traffic jams, halted public transport, and stranded tourists were reported in various cities, emphasizing the challenges posed by the early summer heat wave affecting the region.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Taiwan Railway new Taroko Express train derailed after hitting falling rocks in the Qingshui Tunnel in Hualien on June 21. Hualien County Commissioner Xu Zhenui arrived to provide assistance and urged the central government to ensure a safe journey back home for Hualien residents. The accident resulted in 15 injuries, including the train conductor suffering a hand fracture. The incident occurred close to the site of the 2021 Taroko Express train accident that claimed 49 lives, highlighting the transportation safety concerns in the region.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Many electric vehicles can be controlled remotely via smartphone, but a car owner in China revealed that his Ideal car app account was suddenly locked, preventing him from using the app to unlock the car door and requiring him to use a traditional key. Ideal Car responded that this was due to the car owner's app account violation triggering automatic backend system lockdown, sparking a dispute over vehicle usage rights. Similar controversies of remote locking by car manufacturers in China have been reported previously, raising concerns over consumer rights and data privacy.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan Water reported a loss of NT$4.26 billion in 2023 due to factors such as drought, electricity price hikes, and interest rate increases. Despite completing various water supply projects and cost-saving measures, decreased water sales and increased operating costs contributed to the significant loss. The company emphasized strategies to stabilize water supply amidst natural challenges, including earthquakes and upcoming flood season.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In recent times, Taiwan has seen a series of controversies regarding giving up seats, prompting concerns among netizens who compare the situation to the 'Priority Seat' issue in Hong Kong, suspecting it to be a form of 'Unrestricted Warfare' by the Chinese Communist Party. The Mainland Affairs Council acknowledged the recent seat controversies but attributed them to the hot weather, dismissing allegations of political interference. Scholars, however, noted similarities between the controversies in Taiwan and those in Hong Kong during 2014-2018, pointing to possible Chinese Communist influence. Despite no direct evidence, various social media content suggests a connection. The issue has sparked debates among different age groups and ethnicities in Taiwan, with fears of social division and potential external influence.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to CTnews.com.tw on June 21, 2024, at 8:25 am, reporter Guan Youhong reported that 'King of Golden Melody' A-Liang announced on social media today (21st) afternoon the passing of his father at the age of 84. A-Liang expressed deep sorrow and changed his profile picture to black. His manager also confirmed the news earlier. A-Liang, known for his filial piety, previously dedicated songs to his father at concerts, emphasizing the support his family has given him. Currently busy with his father's affairs, A-Liang is surrounded by loved ones, and the manager appreciates the care and concern from various sectors.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Recent incidents of anime enthusiasm, such as Sun Anzuo's behavior mimicking a character from 'Jujutsu Kaisen,' have sparked discussions. Experts highlight positive examples like Zhong Jie, who bravely saved people, to emphasize the importance of understanding teenagers' tendency to imitate anime characters. They advise parents to engage with their children's interests, promoting communication, and to seek professional help if necessary to address any potential psychological concerns instead of jumping to conclusions. While acknowledging the risks of excessive immersion in anime culture, they stress the need to differentiate between healthy and detrimental behaviors.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Recent incident involving Sun Anzuo carrying a gas gun in Xinyi District has raised concerns. While released on bail for NT$300,000 and posing with a hand gesture from the manga 'Jujutsu Kaisen,' psychiatric experts recommend evaluating potential internet or anime addiction effects and addressing them appropriately rather than treating them as depression or anxiety. Anzuo's behavior has drawn attention to the impact of excessive internet and anime immersion on youth, with experts warning about potential consequences on mental health and social interactions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The federal judge overseeing Donald Trump's classified documents case is facing scrutiny for granting hearings on issues raised by Trump's lawyers, causing delays. California's wildfire season has seen a 1,500% increase in burned acres compared to last year. MLB paid tribute to Willie Mays and the Negro Leagues. Major events include the release of Kehlani's album 'Crash', Game 6 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final, and National Smoothie Day.
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