Reported 10 months ago
Due to high accommodation costs and similarities in products sold at night markets, many people prefer to travel abroad rather than stay in Taiwan, compounded by a labor shortage, the tourism industry is facing major challenges. Banks have revealed that severe labor shortages in many tourism hotels, star-rated hotels, and large amusement parks have severely affected normal operations, with operators having difficulty repaying loans prompting banks to extend loan deadlines, providing ongoing relief. Some individuals traveling to Japan have noticed a higher number of Taiwanese tourists in Okinawa compared to Kenting, leading to online discussions about the affordability and attractiveness of Japan over local travel destinations like Kenting. Tourism operators attribute the high domestic travel prices to increased hotel rates and suggest the government formulate policies similar to Japan to address the labor shortage in Taiwan, specifically in the tourism industry.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
On June 11, 2024, in the morning at 4:50, a female rider in New Taipei City reportedly crashed into a million-dollar car that was illegally parked on the roadside while allegedly texting and riding her motorcycle. This incident occurred on Fude North Road in Sanchong, New Taipei City, causing the driver of the parked car to be startled. The rider, surnamed Yang, was distracted by either texting or looking at something on the footboard, which led to the collision. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries, but the driver of the parked car was found to have violated traffic regulations and was reported by the authorities. The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation. This serves as a reminder to be cautious while on the road and to maintain a safe distance from large vehicles.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
Taiwanese beauty queen, Kao Man-jung, won the Miss Glam World Winner title and Miss Talent award in India, marking her first world beauty pageant victory after facing challenges and prejudices for 11 years. Despite doubts about her qualifications and appearance, she emphasized hard work and determination, exclaiming 'Taiwan, we did it!' She expressed eagerness to return home to Taiwan for a well-deserved bubble tea after enduring sleepless nights and tough competition. Last year, she ranked fifth in Miss World Tourism 2023 and won two individual awards.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
Legislator Huang Jianbin pointed out that heat-not-burn tobacco has been unable to enter the market legally for over a year, leading to rampant black market activities, various smuggling methods, and counterfeit products flooding the market resulting in nearly billions in tobacco tax losses. Legislators are urging the government to establish a clear market entry date to address the chaos caused by the delayed legal market entry of heat-not-burn tobacco.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
Following his RSV virus infection, Jacky Cheung's health is gradually recovering, and he will continue his concerts at Taipei Arena this week. Despite fans' concerns about his health, organizers have stated that the shows are proceeding as scheduled without any changes. Cheung expressed eagerness to meet his fans in Taiwan and apologized for canceling previous shows due to illness. He plans to return to the stage soon after proper rest and rehearsals, with fans given the option to convert tickets for postponed shows to the 2025 concert in Taipei.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
國民黨立委徐巧芯的大姑劉向婕、杜秉澄夫妻遭控涉嫌替詐騙集團洗錢案，台北地檢署偵辦中，涉及潛艦聲紋案、內線交易、收受回扣等。徐巧芯發表五點聲明反駁，丈夫劉彥澧回應勿以訛傳訛。杜秉澄宣稱掌握徐巧芯的不法事證，徐巧芯強調無事實根據，台北地檢署將調查。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
According to the recent national wealth statistics survey by the Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics, the average life insurance and retirement fund reserves per person in Taiwan were only NT$1.54 million by the end of 2022, indicating inadequate personal financial planning among the population. KGI Life suggests that mature individuals from the 50s age group, such as senior executives, successful business owners, or high-net-worth individuals, consider integrating insurance into their comprehensive protection plans to safeguard their families and take care of their loved ones. By leveraging the current strength of the US dollar in the international financial market, planning for USD variable rate insurance products can enhance economic security for families. KGI Life's 'KGI Life Long Prosperity USD Variable Rate Life Insurance - Periodic Payment Type' offers unique features like short-term premium payments, value-added bonuses, and flexible insurance payouts tailored to individual needs. The article also recommends KGI Life's travel insurance options for those planning overseas trips, highlighting the importance of coverage for unexpected situations during travel. Examples of insurance coverage scenarios and premiums for both life and travel insurances are provided to illustrate the benefits and security offered by KGI Life's products.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
Due to better-than-expected US non-farm payroll data in May, the US Federal Reserve's rate cut expectations in September fell short, leading to the US dollar surpassing 105, causing the Japanese yen to depreciate to below 160 against the US dollar. This results in a favorable exchange rate for the New Taiwan Dollar against the Japanese Yen, reaching 0.2060 yuan today and 0.209 yuan yesterday. This allows for trading 50,000 NTD for more than three bowls of Ichiran ramen in Japan. Despite the Taipei foreign exchange market being closed for the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, Taiwan Bank and Mega International Commercial Bank airport counters are open, with the Taiwan Bank airport counter offering an exchange rate of 0.209 yuan, allowing for an additional 3,385 Japanese yen compared to the previous high of 0.212 yuan on the 4th. Furthermore, the Bank of Japan will hold an interest rate decision meeting this week, attracting attention to a potential rate hike.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
今天在內湖的西湖派出所發生一起警車遭休旅車撞擊的事故，33歲男駕駛吳因車子翻覆受傷，被救出後有些許挫傷；警方指出男子聲稱撞車是因為被蟲嚇到，造成警車員警和通緝人犯雖然無傷，但有些驚嚇。事發原因正在調查中。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
The Ministry of Justice has recently undertaken a reform in prosecutorial personnel, with the Jianqing Prosecutor's Office calling for stricter controls on reappointment quotas and submission to the review committee for deliberation. Suggestions have been made by Jianqing Prosecutor's Office regarding the revised exception for reappointment in the second trial, emphasizing the need for a fair competition opportunity and a reinforced reappointment system, to ultimately enhance the diligent work ethic of the second trial personnel.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
The Taiwan stock market hit a new high in the morning but closed below 22000 points, influenced by gains in the U.S. stock market. The market opened at 21984.42 points and rose to 22003.71 points before turning downward, closing at 21792.12 points, down 0.30%. Investors are waiting for the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, while tech giants like TSMC and Hon Hai saw mixed performances with the market also driven by other sectors such as container shipping and finance, briefly surpassing 22000 points before a decline in the afternoon.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
Taiwanese chain dentist group 'ABC Dentist Alliance' is suspected of employing 13 secret doctors to fraudulently claim over 40 million NHI fees, with most of these secret doctors being returning medical students. The organization's chairman, Xie Shangting, who often interacts with political and business celebrities and has been interviewed by the media multiple times, is now allegedly involved in illegal activities. The alliance issued a statement in response, stating that if any attending physicians internally surpass legal boundaries when supervising intern doctors in medical practices, they will cooperate with judicial investigations.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
In Taichung, a woman illegally crossed the road in the Jingyi University commercial district, causing a scooter rider to collide with her, resulting in injuries to both and drinks spilling all over the ground, which led to student bystanders mistaking it for blood. The woman was subsequently fined for not following pedestrian crossing regulations, with no serious injuries reported and the scooter rider tested negative for alcohol. The incident caused a commotion as onlookers were shocked by the scene, thinking it was a more serious accident.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
On June 11, 2024, the Taiwan stock market surged to a record high of over 22000 points before closing slightly down by 66 points at 21792 points. The market opened high but trended lower throughout the day, experiencing a significant fluctuation of over 200 points. TSMC, the market leader, initially soared but closed with a minor gain. Various sectors saw mixed performances, with industrial stocks showing notable declines while financial stocks closed slightly up. The market was affected by factors like Taiwan Semiconductor's tax payments and its record-breaking May revenue.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
A 2-year-old boy was abused for a month by his father's friend, while his father was in jail, suffering from physical violence and being forced to perform dangerous stunts like an 'arch bridge.' The child was found with bruises and injuries by the kindergarten, prompting a report to the authorities. Investigations led to the prosecution of the friend for child abuse, revealing the disturbing abuse the child endured.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
Taiwanese doctor Hao Zhihua, husband of former Austrian representative and ex-Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Shi Yaping, was sentenced to 2 years in prison for deceiving a terminally ill female surnamed Li with claims of a 'self-fat stem cell therapy' that could control her condition. Li, who had colon cancer, paid 2.4 million Taiwanese dollars for the treatment at the You Jian Meng Wei Clinic but tragically passed away despite the false promises. Despite denying fraud, the courts found Hao guilty of exploiting the vulnerable patient and sentenced him accordingly, with the case finalizing in Tai Chung. The clinic was also found unauthorized to conduct such treatments for cancer.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
桃園市議會國民黨團因為經濟部在觀音SRF電廠的決定而召開記者會，強烈抗議民進黨未與地方溝通即將三家SRF廠商塞到觀音，譴責硬塞廠商引起地方強烈反彈。國民黨議員吳進昌不排除到總統府、經濟部抗議的可能。民代批評政府漠視地方民意，強調尊重地方自治權。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
The 7th Mango You Are the One contest final took place on June 8th at the Taipei Times Building during the Dragon Boat Festival. 50 outstanding young students were selected to intern at various well-known programs under Hunan Radio and Television. The competition included on-the-spot group short film production with a focus on creativity, adaptability, and teamwork, followed by live interviews showcasing talents and potential in different fields. The four prestigious judges will select the top candidates who will bring new energy to Taiwan's media industry through this competition.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
Kuomintang legislator Hsiao Chien-hsin's sister-in-law Liu Hsiang-chieh and her husband Dudley Cheng are suspected of fraud, with Cheng alleging in court that Hsiao Chien-hsin was involved in bribery, submarine sonar, insider trading, among others, sparking a public outcry. The couple's company, Hancheng Rare Earth Materials, was reported for receiving fraud funds, leading to their arrest in March. An investigation revealed that the laundered money was traced to a public relations company owned by Cheng's associate Lin Yu-lun. Cheng's explosive claims, recorded in court transcripts, could potentially lead to further legal troubles for Hsiao Chien-hsin, further complicating the already scandalous case.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
A BMW modified car in Kaohsiung was caught on video emulating the 'Tokyo Drift' style by drifting and burning rubber tires late at night in a section of an undeveloped road in the 90 period city-area redevelopment zone. This dangerous act was captured and shared online by concerned citizens, leading to the police identifying the vehicle through surveillance footage and intending to prosecute the driver under the Criminal Code's Section 185 on public endangerment. The police are taking measures to ensure road safety in the area.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
On the last day of the Dragon Boat Festival long weekend, a tragic accident occurred in Tainan where a 17-year-old female student riding a bicycle was fatally crushed by a cement truck. The incident took place in Yongkang District in the afternoon, with the student colliding with the truck as it was turning into a road, resulting in her being trapped beneath the truck. Despite emergency services rushing to the scene and attempting to save her, the girl succumbed to her injuries. Preliminary investigations suggest that the accident may have been caused by a blind spot, with the truck driver testing negative for alcohol. Police emphasize the need for caution and awareness at intersections to prevent such tragedies, urging drivers to slow down and check carefully when turning, while reminding cyclists and pedestrians to maintain safe distances from large vehicles to ensure safety.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
In Hong Kong, Segantii Capital Management Ltd. and its founder are facing insider trading charges related to a 2017 block trade involving a 10% stake in Esprit Holdings Ltd. The case alleges Segantii acted on insider information before the deal, causing Esprit's shares to drop by 29% over six consecutive trading days. The trial is closely watched in Asia, with the prosecutors seeking to transfer it to a higher court with potential imprisonment sentences. The case may focus on trading with confidential information and involvement of other individuals like a former Bank of America trader.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
In New Taipei City, a 19-year-old man surnamed Lin, unhappy that he was exposed as a drug supplier, fired a BB gun at his enemies' residence in the early morning of the 11th. Following the incident, one car with five occupants, including three 17-year-olds and a 22-year-old surnamed Wu, were arrested, with a significant amount of weapons seized. Lin, claiming to be unemployed, was found driving an imported sedan, leading the police to suspect the case was not straightforward and to continue investigating. The suspects will be prosecuted for intimidation and property damage.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
On June 15th, which marks Police Day, the Keelung City Police Bureau's First Substation Volunteer Office, led by Director Bai Youjun, along with station chiefs Li Zhihong, Gao Jiahe, and He Cantang, visited and presented fruit gift boxes to every police colleague on June 11th to show appreciation for their dedication in maintaining social order and safety. The gesture aimed to extend early wishes for a happy Police Day and encourage all officers to maintain a balanced diet, exercise regularly, and manage stress effectively. The Chief of the First Substation, Lin Zhaocun, expressed gratitude to the Volunteer Office and supporters for their care, emphasizing that the positive energy and blessings received will be translated into concrete actions to uphold public safety and traffic control. Police officers continue to work diligently day and night to safeguard the community, ensuring a peaceful environment for all residents.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
When in Taichung for business or leisure, visitors seek luxurious hotels to unwind, with the top recommendation being the West Point City Hotel, catering specifically to business travelers and families. The hotel offers a boutique-level experience combining business and leisure travel, allowing guests to relax and enjoy a luxurious stay in Taichung. With various room types suitable for different needs, such as elegant rooms, business rooms, deluxe family rooms, and noble family rooms, along with facilities like luxury bathtubs and themed family rooms, the hotel has become a popular choice for travelers and tour groups. The hotel's strategic location in Taichung's Daya district offers easy access to the international airport, the central science park, and popular attractions within a 30-minute drive, making it a convenient choice that stands out from other accommodation options in the area.
Source: YAHOO