Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) Minister Chiu Chui-cheng warned individuals planning to establish or participate in political parties to be cautious of not receiving commissions or financial support from foreign forces, as it could potentially violate the National Security Law and Anti-Infiltration Law. Recent reports indicate that China is attempting to organize Taiwanese artists and internet celebrities to form the 'Taiwan Solidarity Party' for the 2026 local elections. Minister Chiu emphasized the importance of not falling into traps set by the Chinese Communist Party and advised against engaging in activities that could violate national security laws.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Boeing's CEO David Calhoun is set to answer questions from U.S. senators regarding the company's measures to address manufacturing issues, as U.S. lawmakers aim to scrutinize Boeing's safety culture and recent incidents. The hearing comes amidst ongoing investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as potential legal actions by the Justice Department. Calhoun's appearance is seen as a crucial step for Boeing in rebuilding public trust and addressing concerns raised by whistleblowers and families affected by past plane crashes.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A woman in Kaohsiung spent $3 million renovating her new home and hired a water filter company to replace the filter, but the workers left the switch unlocked, causing water to flood the house for 6 hours. Upon returning home, the woman found her entire house submerged and all furniture, appliances, and wooden floors ruined. The contractor initially showed reluctance in taking responsibility, but later apologized and promised to handle the situation adequately. The incident has left the homeowner frustrated and facing a long road to compensation, with the company finally initiating cleanup and compensation efforts after public outrage.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, Taiwanese fishermen spotted a suspected Chinese nuclear submarine near the median line of the Taiwan Strait, while Japan's Defense Ministry announced the latest movements of Chinese naval vessels on June 17. Two Chinese warships were observed passing through the Okinawa waters on the 16th, sailing towards the Pacific Ocean. The Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force dispatched patrol ships and anti-submarine aircraft for monitoring and surveillance. The Chinese warships included the 052D destroyer Zibo and the 903A supply ship Gaoyouhu. Zibo, the 14th 052D destroyer of the PLA Navy, commenced service in January 2020 with a displacement of 7500 tons, while Gaoyouhu, a 23000-ton supply ship, entered service in January 2016.
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Reported about 1 year ago
民進黨立委范雲質疑台北市長蔣萬安是否授意台北市警察局刁難公民團體舉辦集會，捍衛台灣民主價值。民團原定17日進行「青鳥行動」重返立院，卻遭警方提出不合理規定，范雲要求蔣萬安說清楚澄清。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Kansas lawmakers are considering a proposal to lure the Kansas City Chiefs and the Kansas City Royals to Kansas by financing new stadiums with state bonds paid off by sports betting, lottery revenues, and new taxes. The plan, linked to broad tax cuts, has been narrowed to cover 70% of the construction costs and make it applicable only to professional football and Major League Baseball stadiums. Supporters believe the revenues generated by the stadiums will offset the costs, despite past economic studies warning against subsidizing sports stadiums.
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Reported about 1 year ago
19歲男子謝姓駕駛BMW 430i南下時在楊梅休息站定速時不慎相撞，引發事故造成3人受傷，並表示咳嗽導致失控。他以攝影師身份及涉足虛擬貨幣、美股、期貨為生，購買該BMW時全額付清300多萬，對於愛車毀損感到心痛，但也在社群網站上示感謝而心情平和。
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Hsinchu, strong winds caused the traffic lights to break at the intersection of Gongdao 5th Road and Jhongshan Road outside a major department store, leading to public discussion online. The city government quickly dispatched personnel to remove the damaged signals, with no injuries reported. The incident prompted various reactions online, with some expressing disbelief at the strong winds in Hsinchu and others attributing the damage to old infrastructure. The traffic department assured the public of conducting thorough inspections to ensure safety in the area.
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Reported about 1 year ago
YouTuber孫生於節目中澄清私密處傳言，表示是在分享朋友狀況，為自證清白甚至在節目上給安心亞檢查，安心亞和來賓驚呼私密處「白的」且「沒痘痘」，讓整個場面引起討論。
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Reported about 1 year ago
第5屆KFA高雄時尚大賞已開始報名，總獎金達132萬，最高獎金65萬，首獎將前進日本接軌國際舞台。今年的競賽以新銳品牌為主題，設計師必須參賽並自備獨立品牌，優勝者將有機會推出量產單品上市販售。青年局重申將持續為新銳設計師打造舞台，更多資訊請參考高雄市政府青年局官網。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 'Han Guang Exercise 40' this year will not include the 'Red Army' attacking force, as confirmed by Minister of National Defense Gu Li-Hsiung, emphasizing the need for realistic scenarios for verification purposes. The cancellation of the simulated attacking force has posed challenges for defense drill inducements, potentially impacting the amphibious and airborne combat capabilities of the military. Gu Li-Hsiung clarified that this decision was made by the Chief of the General Staff to validate certain aspects through realistic simulations, highlighting the importance of achieving specific objectives through these exercises rather than engaging in confrontational simulations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
新店槍擊案中，至尊盟尊合會會長張景欽及槍手黃泳群因共同殺人罪被判無期徒刑和褫奪公權終身，陪同的陳憲民判6年。犯罪背後是天道盟華山會成員許杜群懷疑死者何明勳影響華山會利益，結合張景欽引薦黃泳群，以600萬元報酬槍殺何明勳。槍手黃泳群埋伏害人後將其擊斃，最高法院駁回上訴確定判決。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, at 12:12 AM, viewers in front of the television, do you often smile? The Kaohsiung Quiet Thoughts Station invited Love Laugh Yoga teachers and volunteers to teach a class. The yoga teacher mentioned that in a group setting, when everyone laughs together, they infect each other, turning fake smiles into genuine ones, using body posture to influence mental attitude and maintain a cheerful mood. Love Laugh Yoga, originating from India, involves intentional laughing to transform fake smiles into infectious genuine laughter, accompanied by simple movements, chants, interactive games, eye contact, all triggering the release of endorphins in the brain for stress relief. Elderly participants at the Kaohsiung Quiet Thoughts Station expressed happiness and joy through the practice, demonstrating the power of laughter to influence emotions positively.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chen Li-ting, self-proclaimed 'Wall Street Goddess', and her mother Hu Ching-ching have been sued by prosecutors for the third time. They are accused of orchestrating a series of elaborate plans to seize assets, including forging a $85 million promissory note in her cousin's name and attempting to adopt Chen through fraudulent means. This ongoing legal battle highlights the extent to which the mother and daughter duo went to carry out their fraudulent activities, including faking a car accident and staging an attack on the cousin. This case is a cautionary tale about the lengths some individuals may go to for financial gain.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, Lin-kou police arrested a fraudulent driver on the spot while he was withdrawing money on behalf of a scam group, seizing forged work permits, phones, cash vouchers, and other incriminating evidence. Taking advantage of the AI trend sweeping the globe, a scam group used the name of Taiwan's 'Guardian Mountain' TSMC to advertise false investments on Facebook, claiming to offer discounted purchases of TSMC treasury stocks. A woman in her 70s surnamed Lin from Lin-kou District, New Taipei City, joined the scam group's LINE group and downloaded a fake investment platform, eventually losing NT$1.2 million to a scam. The police arrested a 19-year-old driver named Zhang on June 13 for alleged fraud and money laundering, finding him with counterfeit work permits, phones, and cash vouchers. The police remind the public to be cautious of investment scams and seek verification from legitimate sources to avoid falling into such traps.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 11th around 1 am, Datong Police received a report that a vehicle parked on the roadside had been damaged and splattered with yellow paint by an unknown man. Police immediately dispatched forces to the scene, conducted investigations, identified the suspect through surveillance footage, and actively pursued them for intimidation and vandalism under the Criminal Code. This incident reflects the police's high regard for violent cases and their swift responsiveness, emphasizing their zero tolerance for illegal activities. Datong Police will continue to enhance patrols to ensure resident safety and social stability, preventing similar incidents from happening again.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A construction site in Linkou District, New Taipei City, witnessed a fatal workplace accident where a worker fell from a building on June 15, marking the second such incident at the site in two years. Following the incident, the OSHA conducted a surprise inspection and found safety violations, including missing guardrails on scaffolding. The construction was fined NT$150,000 and ordered to halt work. The OSHA emphasized the need for improved safety inspections and enforcement in the construction industry, as falls from heights pose high risks in the rapidly developing urbanization of Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The upcoming 'Fun Boozy Summer Market' event on 6/22-23 aims to bring back the elegance of the Meiji era and the romance of the Taisho period, offering a unique experience of Japanese and Western cuisine. With 63 food and beverage stalls on-site, attendees can savor authentic Japanese delicacies alongside Western-style dishes, immersing themselves in the traditional Japanese festival atmosphere. Various renowned brands will showcase their exclusive dishes, adding a touch of creativity and essence of Japanese cuisine to the summer event.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Police in Kaohsiung City caught a driver wearing a jacket on a hot day to collect money, but found a set of pinholes hidden inside the clothing. The 25-year-old suspect was found with a coat containing cameras, chips, wires, and batteries in a hidden layer, used for monitoring. The fraud gang's use of pinhole cameras to prevent being caught is a new challenge for law enforcement, prompting the police to come up with new strategies to combat evolving fraud techniques.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, at 11:46 am, a 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck near the Hualien County, with the epicenter located 22.2 km northeast of the Hualien County Government, in the nearby sea area at a depth of 12.4 km. The earthquake had a maximum intensity of 4. The intensity distribution was reported with Hualien County reaching a max of 4, Yilan County and Nantou County at 3, Taichung City, Hsinchu County, and Yunlin County at 2, and various other regions at lower intensities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to Three Links News, on June 18, 2024, New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-yi expressed his encouragement for the Kuomintang's direct communication with the public during their New Taipei City rally. As the Legislative Yuan will vote on the power reform motion on June 21, amid the Democratic Progressive Party's nationwide promotion and the Kuomintang's 'Blue Eagle Action,' Hou stated he will handle his participation based on circumstances. Hou supports parliamentary reform and envisions consensus among all parties for the country's advancement.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Shannen Doherty, known for her role in 'Charmed,' shared how her late father's illnesses impacted her selection of romantic partners, revealing that seeing him suffer before his 2010 death led to feelings of abandonment and influenced her to choose men different from her kind and gracious father. Doherty has been married three times and reflected on her brief marriages in a recent podcast, where she also mentioned wanting to honor her father with a tattoo but couldn't due to her Stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to Yahoo News, on June 18, 2024, the heatwave in the US is moving eastward, with over 75 million Americans under extreme heat alerts on the 17th. The Mid-Atlantic and New England regions may face temperatures of 37 degrees Celsius this week. Authorities advise residents to minimize outdoor activities, stay hydrated, and wear cool, loose clothing to combat the heatwave. The article also mentions the dangers of extreme heat in cities like Phoenix, Arizona, where temperatures reached 112 degrees Fahrenheit (44.4 degrees Celsius) and caused a record number of heat-related deaths in 2023.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Despite China's efforts, including loosening home purchase restrictions in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou, to boost the sluggish property market, new home prices have dropped for 11 consecutive months, with May recording the largest decline since October 2014, in nearly a decade. Measures such as a 300 billion yuan (approximately 1.34 trillion New Taiwan Dollars) set by the People's Bank of China for affordable housing refinancing and encouraging local governments to purchase vacant homes for low-income housing have been introduced, but their effectiveness is yet to be seen. Recent data from China's National Bureau of Statistics shows a 0.7% monthly drop in new home prices in 70 large and medium-sized cities in May, with a staggering year-on-year decline of 3.9%.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Actress Jin Wen, known for her role in the Taiwanese drama 'The Glory of Love', celebrated her 51st birthday on set while filming. Surprised by her colleagues and production team, she was moved to tears when they hosted a birthday celebration for her, expressing gratitude for the success her character has brought to her career. Facing emotional scenes in the show and personal challenges, Jin Wen thanked her character for the peak in her acting career. She also shared her birthday wish for the show's continued success in ratings.
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