Reported about 1 year ago
Led by Li Haowei, the band FUMON accumulated a burst of creative energy and is set to release a new album in the second half of the year. Their first single, 'Regardless, I'm Willing,' was recently released with Marz23, who is nominated for the 'Golden Melody 35' Best Male Singer award, collaborating on the song and even making a special appearance in the music video. Marz23, while honored for his nomination, encourages fellow nominee Li Haowei, stating that he likes Li's music style and believes in not giving up for those who truly love music. FUMON will be holding their first concert in Taichung on August 9, with various guest performers including PIZZZLI and singer Wang Qian.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 16, 2024, a 57-year-old habitual thief in Taichung attempted to steal from a restaurant in broad daylight but was thwarted as the owner habitually kept money in a safe during off-hours. The thief, breaking in early in the morning, failed to steal any cash but damaged the cash register before leaving. The culprit, known to police, is a repeat offender previously involved in similar thefts, prompting the owner to caution other businesses to safeguard their assets when unattended.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Many aspire for financial freedom to retire early and lead worry-free lives, with one netizen warning against solely saving in ETFs as a losing strategy. They suggest investing in stocks despite high risks, mentioning the potential to earn millions by catching a surge in stock prices. The user shares a detailed investment plan involving selling ETFs after three years to gain capital, seizing stock surges to compound wealth, and diversifying investment strategies. The post sparked debate with some expressing concerns over the high-risk method and questioning its sustainability.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Reportedly, Taipei Zoo's koalas have specific preferences for certain eucalyptus leaves based on their nutritional content, variety, and origin. To sustainably provide 15 types of eucalyptus leaves for the koalas, the zoo collaborates with farmers to rotate options like narrow-leaved peppermint, red ironbark, rose gum, white ironbark, and manna gum. Excess eucalyptus leaves, not consumed by the koalas, are now recycled, extracted, and used in essential oils for mite-repellent sprays and hand wash products through a partnership with wood vinegar experts. Celebrating koala 'Fu Rong's' birthday coinciding with Taipei Zoo’s 110th anniversary, a special event at a hotel features products made from reused eucalyptus leaves, aiming to raise awareness of koalas' survival challenges due to global climate change and encourage support for conservation efforts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Since Defense Minister Gu Li-hsiung ordered the discontinuation of marching in step at Whampoa Military Academy in the future and transitioning to marching in unison, this year's centennial celebration at Whampoa became the 'last salute,' with a traditional marching formation performed by veteran soldiers alongside newer students in their modern form, sparking discussions about the differences between old and new styles. The Defense Ministry's directive marks the end of marching in step.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Taipei's Wanhua District, a violent incident occurred where a vendor smashed another person's phone with a fire extinguisher after a loan request was denied. Despite being sentenced to ten months in jail for a previous assault, the vendor continued to create disturbances, escalating into physical altercations. The vendor, known for previous violent behaviors, used various weapons including a large pair of pliers in past incidents. The repeated confrontations have caused distress to nearby businesses and continue to pose a threat to public safety.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Actor Wu Xiangzhen recently attended the solo exhibition of American contemporary avant-garde artist Huben Cheklev, expressing admiration and stating that the works provided diverse visual stimuli and enriched his creative and performance inspiration. Wu, being a Taurus, resonated with the money-themed artworks and enthusiastically expressed that the exhibition was worth attending, especially enjoying the piece 'Fuji Mountain of fifty coins in 13th year of Showa era.'
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 16, 2024, Taiwan's Youth Anchor Training Camp, organized by Taiwan's E-commerce Alliance, commenced a week-long activity in Hangzhou, China, aiming to deepen Taiwanese anchors' understanding of the mainland live streaming industry. Participants not only received professional anchor training but also experienced the differences between Taiwan and Hangzhou's e-commerce live streaming. They visited the 'Make Friends - Training Base' for live streaming sales practice, with singer Qi Jinchuo also participating. Hangzhou is renowned as the 'Capital of E-commerce' due to its strong live e-commerce entrepreneurial atmosphere. The training camp includes courses on live streaming skills, e-commerce operations, and short video creativity to help participants achieve their dreams of becoming influencers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On the Mid-Autumn Festival, Pei Zhen and her husband celebrated early due to the husband's brother being abroad, causing Pei Zhen's mother-in-law to criticize them for not being filial as they were alone at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall while others were with their families. This incident led to Pei Zhen apologizing and realizing the importance of celebrating on the actual day. Alien Huang expressed his anger at the situation, coming to her defense. Additionally, the article includes anecdotes of Ha Xiao Yuan's wife forbidding the usage of full names to avoid arguments and Pan Ruo-di's upbringing in a military family with unconventional training methods.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Since Apple became the first trillion-dollar company in 2018, the likelihood of other companies reaching this milestone has increased. Walmart, with its massive reach and dominant position in the retail landscape, is quietly edging closer to a trillion-dollar market capitalization. With Walmart's ongoing investments in scale, e-commerce, and advertising, analysts predict significant revenue growth that could potentially push its market cap above $1 trillion by 2032, making it one of the first non-tech names to achieve this feat.
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Reported about 1 year ago
安心亞在中天綜合台節目中坦承因被趙正平誤會而一直委屈，去年趙正平在節目中說某位女藝人出唱片後跟製作人喇舌，網友都誤以為是安心亞，讓她在家偷偷哭了一年。趙正平隨即向她道歉並澄清誤會，表示原來事件主角另有其人。
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Reported about 1 year ago
A woman from Singapore has been missing for over 4 months with no trace until her body was discovered in an apartment in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, now in a state of decomposition. The apartment owner claimed the property was vacant and not rented out to anyone. The Singaporean woman's body was found by the management committee of The Goldview apartment, leading to a police investigation into the mysterious circumstances surrounding her death.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Exclusive report on June 16, 2024, at 6:16 AM (Photo/Taipei Mass Rapid Transit Corporation) recently reported that a passenger was found carrying a folding knife while taking the MRT at Beitou Station, causing fear among other passengers. Station staff were alerted and immediately handled the situation. The passenger was fined NT$10,000 for carrying dangerous items in violation of the regulations. Taipei Metro reminds passengers not to carry dangerous items and continues to strengthen public safety through various channels such as the 'Taipei Metro Go' App, station broadcasts, and platform TVs.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chiayi City Councilor Lin Weixuan was attacked in January, where the primary suspect's father was found guilty of tipping off and was sentenced to detention. The suspect's father alerted his son to flee when the police came to arrest him. The suspect had orchestrated a fake car accident attack on Lin, leading to investigations and subsequent arrests. After the trial, the father was convicted of aiding and abetting the suspect, sentenced to 20 days detention which could be converted to a fine, and granted a 2-year probation, with the option to appeal. This unusual criminal behavior should not be imitated.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Tainan's Anding District, a silver car was captured on video driving the wrong way on Xigang Bridge, honking along the way, causing a stir among netizens. The driver, who also frequently looked around, has raised concerns among the public. The police have been notified, but the car was not found at the scene. Netizens criticized the driver's reckless behavior with comments like 'Must be crazy', 'Got driver's license with chicken drumsticks?', and 'Should revoke the license'. The video has sparked discussions on social media.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Boeing has been one of the worst-performing stocks in the Dow Jones Industrial Average this year, prompting investors to explore better options including 3M, McDonald's, and Chevron. 3M, under new CEO William Brown, is showing signs of recovery by spinning off a business unit and improving margins. McDonald's, though facing challenges, offers a reliable dividend yield and low valuation. Chevron stands out for its high dividend yield, sustainable free cash flow growth, and promising long-term outlook, making it an attractive choice for income investors.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 16, 2024, at 5:42 am, during the 'Anti-arbitrary Rule and Safeguard Democracy' briefing in Taipei, citizens braved the rain to show support. At the Democratic Progressive Party's street briefing event in Taipei in the afternoon, heavy rain poured down, but the speakers and audience remained outdoors, with an estimated 3-400 people present. Recently, Kuomintang lawmaker Weng Xiaoling repeated her catchphrase 'I am older than you,' to which DPP lawmaker Hong Shenhan countered, emphasizing that the people are the greatest, stating Weng Xiaoling claiming she is the greatest is like 'the blue bird is smaller than the chicken leg.' Hong mentioned the recent legislative efforts and the need to protect democracy and emphasized that the people are the greatest, advocating for a democratic society.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A netizen recently shared on Threads that discounted movie tickets can be purchased at Kaohsiung MRT stations, with prices cheaper than buying directly at the cinemas and even offering other types of vouchers. The post garnered over 5,000 likes and led to discussions among netizens, with some expressing disappointment towards Taipei MRT. This service, available only at seven major stations of Kaohsiung MRT, has been in effect since September 2020 and includes discounts on movie tickets, restaurant vouchers from major chains, hotel dining vouchers, as well as admission tickets for exhibitions, leaving many impressed and even calling for similar services to be introduced by Taipei MRT.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Economic Affairs Minister Kuo Chih-hui's recent comments on electricity prices highlight the importance of sustainable and competitive pricing while emphasizing the need to consider energy conservation incentives in price design. Kuo's remarks aim to promote energy-saving habits among the public and discourage wasteful usage, sparking discussions on energy efficiency. The Ministry of Economic Affairs clarifies that pricing mechanisms already account for energy-saving incentives for different customer segments, with future plans to support the energy-saving industry and promote a nationwide culture of energy conservation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A shocking incident occurred on the Xigang Bridge in Tainan City early this morning when a silver sedan was seen driving in the opposite direction, honking aggressively at oncoming traffic, with police currently investigating the matter. The driver, suspected to be a woman, was driving at high speed in the wrong direction and even stuck her head out of the window to look around, prompting nearby vehicles to swerve to avoid a collision. The incident is currently under police investigation in Shanhua Precinct.
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Reported about 1 year ago
MAMAMOO member Hwasa held her first fan concert in Taipei on June 16, 2024, expressing her desire to visit Jiufen once before her death due to its spectacular beauty in the misty mornings. She also mentioned feeling like the group members were like family, thanking fans for their continuous support and energy during their visits to Taiwan. Hwasa also highlighted the responsibility she feels towards fans after being in the industry for almost 10 years, and spoke about how different her on-stage persona is compared to her quiet off-stage demeanor, revealing her love for Taiwanese film 'Our Times.'
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Reported about 1 year ago
陳柏霖主演的《鬼才之道》喜劇電影在台北電影節首映，票券開賣後瞬間賣光，超過600張票被秒殺，成為今年北影節最快完售的電影。系統更因此一度當機，網友驚呼難得搶到票，演員們也表達期待與感謝，並透露電影8月7日上映。導演徐漢強也感謝觀眾的支持，讓這部高度期待的新作得以成功。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Mayor of Taipei, Eric Chu, attended the 100th-anniversary celebration of the founding of the Whampoa Military Academy on June 16, 2024. During the event, General Peng Jinming, Chairman of the Republic of China's Central Military Academy Alumni Association, presented Mayor Chu with a commemorative medal, and former Minister of National Defense Wu Shiwenn presented him with a 'Taiwan Black Bear' mascot. Mayor Chu expressed gratitude to the academy's veterans for their dedication to the nation and their continued involvement in public affairs and charitable activities. He praised the academy's century-long legacy of fostering military talent and upholding the values of sacrifice, unity, and responsibility in defending the Republic of China and promoting democracy and freedom.
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Reported about 1 year ago
This article compares Chipotle Mexican Grill and Starbucks, two successful restaurant chains with different market positions. Chipotle has experienced growth under CEO Brian Niccol, expanding its margins and demonstrating resilience despite economic challenges. On the other hand, Starbucks is facing a tough period but offers value to investors with a lower stock price and potential for rebound. The article suggests that while Starbucks may be a better buy for value investors due to its depressed share price, Chipotle's reliable growth model and lower risk make it a compelling choice for long-term investments.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 16, 2024, the annual sea event, the 'Outer Muyu Mountain Long Swim Event,' was held in the parking lot of the Haixing Swimming Pool in Zhongshan District, Keelung City, with Mayor Xie Guoliang personally present to cheer on the 2500 participants, many of whom were swimming enthusiasts from other counties and cities. The Keelung City Police Fourth Precinct was also present, distributing fraud prevention pamphlets and educating the public on recent scams. Deputy Team Leader of the Investigation Team, Wu Zhengyan, explained common scams involving false investment advertisements, fake friendships on social media apps, and warned against promises of guaranteed profits and no risks. Citizens were advised to stay vigilant against scams and report any suspicious activities to prevent falling victims to fraud.
Source: YAHOO