Reported about 1 year ago
A man in Taiwan borrowed $1.6 million to consolidate debts two years ago but was asked to sign a $3.3 million promissory note by the lender, which he couldn't repay. When his friend spotted him in a restaurant, the friend informed the creditor, resulting in the man being abducted and beaten in an attempt to reclaim the overdue debt. Despite being injured and hospitalized, the victim is considering peaceful means to resolve the issue and has yet to decide on pressing charges for the assault.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to statistics, the number of heart failure hospital admissions in Taiwan has increased 9-fold compared to 10 years ago. Recent high temperatures have prompted doctors to caution that heat is a risk factor for heart failure and advise patients with acute cardiovascular diseases to drink water 'adequately'. Medical professionals stress the importance of proper hydration during hotter weather and recommend monitoring symptoms such as fatigue, swelling, and shortness of breath, prompting immediate medical attention if noted. With heart failure becoming a growing health threat, early detection through various diagnostic tests such as chest X-rays and blood tests is crucial for proactive treatment and management. As Taiwan's aging population increases, efforts to strengthen community care networks and enhance post-discharge support for heart failure patients are essential to manage the high readmission rates, despite government-led improvement initiatives.
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Reported about 1 year ago
民進黨在台南舉行「反濫權、護民主」宣講第二站，湧入超過1100支持者。出席者包括5名區域立委和黨副秘書長等，呼籲民眾抵制國會濫權。台下人氣旺盛的社民黨台北市議員苗博雅、立委吳思瑤等上台發言，強調國民黨擬擴大立法院權力將威脅台灣民主。逾千人高喊反對，呼籲持續支持擋下擴權法案。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chiayi City Government held the 113th annual Mother Tongue Day and Local Education Achievements Exhibition at Central Square, focusing on the beauty of mother tongues and cultural heritage. Schools showcased their efforts in promoting local education through performances in Minnan dialect, Hakka language, and indigenous culture with musical presentations, aiming to cultivate a rich linguistic and cultural environment. The event aimed to celebrate World Mother Language Day by inviting participants to experience diverse linguistic and cultural expressions. Mayor Huang Min-hui’s language promotion policy has encouraged schools in Chiayi to prioritize mother tongue education, fostering a sense of identity and family communication among students. The event featured various school performances and language teaching demonstrations, reinforcing the city’s commitment to promoting mother tongue and traditional culture, with enthusiastic participation from both students and visitors.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 15, 2024, during the PLG Basketball Annual Championship Game, the Taiwan women's tennis star Chan Yung-jan revealed that she will partner with her sister Chan Hao-ching to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics. This will mark her last appearance at the Olympics representing the Chinese Taipei team and her final time donning the national team jersey. The sisters, who have teamed up twice before in the Olympics, have applied to compete in Paris as a means to protect their ranking. Chan Yung-jan shared that after struggling with health issues post-Asian Games last year, she has been focusing on treatments and gradually increasing her training intensity. She expressed gratitude for her sister's choice and emphasized the significance of returning to the court. Chan Yung-jan is now dedicated to taking care of her body and preparing for the upcoming games.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 15, 2024, at 7:11 am, singer Jacky Cheung's concert tickets were instantly sold out, leading to fans queuing outside the venue overnight or turning to Facebook groups to buy tickets. Some fell victim to a scam where a scalper offered tickets for sale, received money transfers, and then disappeared. Over 20 individuals were scammed, losing more than 300,000 yuan to this ticket fraud operation. The criminal behind it used multiple social media accounts and financial accounts to evade detection, prompting the case to be transferred to the New Taipei District Prosecutor's Office for investigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Bank of Japan announced on the 14th that it will maintain the benchmark interest rate unchanged and reduce the purchase of government bonds to restore market rates. After the announcement, the yen against the dollar quickly declined, approaching the 158 mark, close to the low point in April this year. During the speech by the Bank of Japan Governor Kuroda, the yen-dollar exchange rate quickly rebounded. Analysts expressed that the yen may continue to weaken due to uncertainty about the specifics of bond purchase reduction, while some believe the possibility of a July rate hike has decreased.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to the Taiwan Stock Exchange's chip movement data, investment trusts were the top buyers this week, particularly acquiring over 90,000 shares of Evergreen Airlines (2618). Despite subsequent foreign selling pressure leading to a drop in stock price, some online users see this as an opportunity for further purchase discussions. In total, investment trusts bought more stocks than they sold this week, with an overall net purchase exceeding 50.69 billion NTD and considerable focus on various other top-performing stocks.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 15, 2024, at 7:10 a.m., a large number of police forces raided an office of a racing pigeon association in Jiali District, Tainan City, meticulously examining each piece of information. Tainan authorities had previously uncovered suspicions of gambling in another racing pigeon association in Madou District, involving methods like virtual pigeons, dummy pigeon coops, or oversized pigeons competing to fraudulently claim substantial prizes. Similar suspicions arose with the Jiali District association, leading to the recent arrest of 7 members including the president surnamed Huang. Nearly 10 accounts with approximately 110 million NT dollars in gambling funds were seized on-site. The authorities discovered that out of 1349 pigeons competing in the recent spring race, only 15 completed the race, with a return rate of 1.11%. The case has been transferred to Tainan District Prosecutor's Office for investigation for suspected gambling and violations of animal protection laws.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A male corpse was discovered floating under the Xinhai Bridge in Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City, with a swollen face and tattoos on both hands. Authorities received a report and quickly arrived at the scene, confirming no signs of foul play or apparent injuries. The body, estimated to be around 40 years old, was found wearing a short-sleeved shirt, dark green shorts, and with unidentifiable facial features due to severe swelling. Police have requested forensic examination, initiated a search for the unidentified victim, and temporarily placed the body at the New Taipei City Funeral Parlor.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Kate Middleton made her first public appearance after announcing her cancer diagnosis, smiling brightly as she rode in a carriage with her family during the King's birthday parade. Despite rainy weather in London, fans eagerly awaited her and celebrated her return to public events. Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams praised Middleton's strength and resilience in overcoming chemotherapy and returning to public life. Speculation arises on which royal events Middleton will attend this summer, highlighting her special status and reputation in people's hearts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
South Korean singer IU recently released a behind-the-scenes video of her concert in Taipei, where she can be seen paying attention to details and even eating two bags of small puffs on stage, melting the hearts of many fans. IU, known as the 'National Songstress' of South Korea, held two concerts in Taipei in April which instantly sold out, demonstrating her popularity. She also prepared a surprise performance of a Chinese song for her Taiwanese fans, but the leaked information disappointed her. Despite feeling under the weather before her second concert due to inhaling too much fireworks smoke the previous day, IU still impressed with her singing skills and praised the ideal atmosphere of the concert in Taiwan, promising to return for another performance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 15, 2024, the 'South China Morning Post,' now under Jack Ma's ownership, reported on a breakthrough material developed in China that could potentially extend the lifespan of memory chips almost indefinitely. While this news was accompanied by a map showing China's advancement in memory chip technology, Taiwan was conspicuously absent from the map. Amidst the ongoing trade and tech war between China and the U.S., China has been striving towards self-sufficiency in chip manufacturing. Despite claims of breakthroughs and eliminating foreign monopolies, doubts persist regarding the actual achievements mentioned in the reports.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 15, 2024, a customer in Tainan posted on Facebook that while eating dry stir-fried eel and eel noodles, he unexpectedly encountered a row of fish bones. These bones were as thick as a key, making him incredulous. The restaurant owner stated that the eels used were pre-slaughtered and processed by an upstream supplier, suggesting the possibility that the supplier did not clean them thoroughly.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 15, 2024, at 7:05 am, Apple Daily reported that to avoid infections in intimate areas, most people know they should change their underwear frequently. However, a female netizen recently revealed that a doctor stated that underwear should not be washed with hot water. This revelation surprised many who thought hot water would be cleaner. The doctor explained that protein in secretions can solidify in the fibers of underwear when washed with hot water, making it hard to clean and potentially causing infections. Recommendations for washing underwear include using a bleach solution, weak acidic detergent, and cold water for thorough cleaning and sterilization.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In preparation for next week's vote on the reconsideration bill, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) launched a nationwide campaign on June 15, visiting New Taipei City and Tainan. On the same day, the Kuomintang (KMT) also competed in Tainan, the presidential base, but Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che was absent due to official duties. In addition, civic groups have threatened to surround the Legislative Yuan again on the 19th.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A woman in Taichung went to a high-end steakhouse with friends that is said to be a favorite of the 'Oracle of Omaha' Warren Buffett. They spent around 12,000 NTD on their meal and when paying with a card, the POS system malfunctioned causing her to later receive a transaction notice of over 24 million NTD. The huge amount not only triggered concern from the bank but also shocked the woman, as the bill for a meal ended up costing as much as a house. The restaurant apologized, explaining that the amount was too high for the credit card to be processed.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 15, 2024, at 11 a.m. in Yilan, Su'ao, a sudden fire broke out in a house on Zhicheng Road, where a father and son were trapped. The house filled with thick smoke, and firefighters rescued them in darkness. The 89-year-old homeowner suffered 30% second-degree burns and was transferred to another hospital, while his 62-year-old son, despite one hour of rescue efforts, unfortunately did not survive.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A complaint was filed in Nantou about a passenger smoking in a van shuttle from Puli to the Taichung High-Speed Rail Station. Despite being informed by the driver that smoking was prohibited, the passenger insisted it was an e-cigarette and continued to smoke, causing the vehicle to be filled with smoke smell. Other passengers were unhappy and requested the person to stop smoking, but instead received an angry retort.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Dr. Su Yin-ning, a well-known obstetrician, has urged lawmakers to amend Taiwan's Eugenics Protection Act after sharing a case where a pregnant woman could not proceed with an abortion because her abusive and unfaithful husband was missing and could not provide consent. The current law requires spousal consent for abortion, leaving women in such situations unable to make decisions about their own bodies. Netizens and celebrities, like Ouyang Jing, have criticized the law for restricting women's autonomy over their reproductive choices and highlighting the issue of domestic violence. The call to action comes amidst growing concerns about women's rights and safety, urging individuals to seek help in cases of violence or abuse.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A parent of an elementary school student in Taichung claimed their child was bullied when a classmate jumped on their back causing the child to fall and break a front tooth. The parent accused the other child's parent of being uncooperative and the teacher of not handling the situation. However, the school responded that it was not a bullying incident, and they also offered insurance options for parents. Currently, both sides have conflicting accounts and have not reached a consensus.
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Reported about 1 year ago
TVBS News Network video reported on June 15, 2024, at 7:03 am. The victim expressed his inability to repay the debt and unexpectedly got beaten up. The victim, a car loan business employee, borrowed 1.6 million from a friend surnamed Yang over two years ago to consolidate other debts. However, Yang demanded a note of 3.3 million, making it difficult to repay. Since last year, the victim had stopped contacting Yang, but Yang's friend found him dining at a restaurant and informed the debt owner, leading to the victim being abducted on the spot.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Although rare, if anyone sees a gun on the road, whether real or fake, they should report it first. In Taichung, a 28-year-old man found a black gun at a bicycle station, filmed and posted it online, stating 'there are guns everywhere on the ground in Taichung.' The police deemed the post severely disruptive to social order, located the individual, and charged him with violating social maintenance laws. They also aim to trace the whereabouts of the black gun.
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Reported about 1 year ago
June 15 marks the 30th anniversary of the debut of the late singer Li Wen (CoCo), coinciding with the unveiling ceremony of her art memorial statue. Family members, hundreds of fans from around the world, and officials gathered at the Shimenfeng Memorial Park in Wuhan, China, to witness the unveiling. Li Wen's elder sister Nancy expressed gratitude, stating that together they helped fulfill CoCo's unfinished wish and witnessed the completion of the statue, symbolizing the eternal continuation and transmission of her music legacy. The art memorial statue, inspired by the famous painting 'The Birth of Venus,' took ten months to meticulously craft and embodies Li Wen as an angelic figure standing on a giant pearl shell at the end of a rainbow staircase, reflecting her eternal radiant smile.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A professional soldier recently took a train up north and found someone sitting in his seat. After checking tickets and realizing the passenger was at her stop, he politely alerted her. The soldier's good looks caused a social media frenzy, with many jokingly asking out for meals. Sharing his humorous experience online, the soldier posted a selfie in uniform, sparking a discussion about his striking appearance. Although a lighthearted anecdote, his handsome demeanor drew wide attention and playful comments from netizens.
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