Reported over 1 year ago
An explosion occurred at a traditional market on Minsheng Road, Daxi District, Taoyuan City on June 22, 2024, injuring a father and son who sell pork floss. Surveillance footage revealed that while a gas stove connected to a gas tank was cooking pork floss, a female customer accidentally hooked onto a canvas as she rode away on a motorcycle, subsequently knocking over the gas tank. This caused a gas leak which ignited, leading to the injuries of the vendors. Fortunately, emergency services arrived promptly, extinguished the fire, and sent the two injured individuals to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the incident.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 22, 2024, during the parliamentary reform amendment vote, the blue and white parties rejected the proposal with numerical advantage. DPP caucus convener Ke Chien-ming stated that they would promptly propose a constitutional interpretation. In response, KMT legislator Lu Chih-Chiang called on the Chief Justice to be self-aware, recognizing their role as guardians of the constitution rather than 'DPP's guard dog'. Lu emphasized the importance of the Chief Justice upholding the constitution and not undermining the legislature's constitutional roles. He also cautioned against DPP's 'overturning the table' attitude and pledged that KMT would respond prudently.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 22, 2024, Uni-President Lions' starting pitcher Kolin Ru-Yang delivered an outstanding performance with 10 strikeouts in 7 innings, breaking the team's first-half season record. Lin An-Ke's crucial hit in the 7th inning helped the Lions secure a 2-1 victory over the defending champions. This win lowered the Lion's magic number to 'M3'. Kolin Ru-Yang's 81 strikeouts this season surpassed the team's previous record. The game also saw key plays from other players, including Lin Yi-Chuan and pitchers from both teams.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 22, 2024, Taiwan's stock market fluctuated with a 0.65% drop, closing at 23,253.39 points, driven by rising container shipping stocks like Wanhua, which surged three days in a row, reaching a day trading volume of 8.3 million shares and becoming the day trading champion. Additionally, robot concept stocks Dongtai and Kunyin also ranked high in day trading volume. Seven stocks were identified as popular day trading options, with Wanhua leading at 80,000 shares traded, followed by Lianqun, Nanzi Electric, Dongtai, Kunyin, Xinding, and Guang Hong. Investors are advised to make independent judgments and carefully evaluate risks before investing.
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Reported over 1 year ago
[CTWANT Weekly] Malaysian retired engineer Stephen Siaw, 48, had his driver's license suspended for two years after riding a motorcycle without a helmet for only 200 meters while intoxicated at a well-known izakaya in Taichung. Siaw, who was in Taiwan for tourism in April, engaged in a conversation about motorcycles with the bar owner, who then showed him his beloved 390 Duke. The police stopped Siaw shortly after, measuring his blood alcohol level at 0.68mg/l. Siaw was sentenced to 3 months in prison with a fine of NT$90,000, paid and left Taiwan. The bar owner's motorcycle was confiscated for 2 years. Drink responsibly and never drink and drive.
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Reported over 1 year ago
台鋼雄鷹22日在大巨蛋首戰，但中信兄弟先發投手德保拉表現亮眼，8局只失1分，支援打者在2局上攻下3分奠定勝基，最終2：1擊敗台鋼雄鷹，德保拉拿下本季第3勝。憑藉德保拉的穩健表現和兄弟的進攻，中信兄弟取得4連勝。
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Reported over 1 year ago
In Taipei's Neihu District, a worker at a branch of Hot Spring Inn died from an electric shock while performing fire equipment maintenance last January. The owner and manager were sent for prosecution but were recently not prosecuted. The worker, Zhang, accidentally touched an electrically charged appliance, causing his death. The investigation concluded that the owner and manager lacked the professional background to oversee such work, leading to the decision of insufficient evidence to hold them accountable under occupational safety laws.
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Reported over 1 year ago
At around 7 p.m. on June 22, 2024, a fire broke out on a ship at Tainan's Jiangjun Fishing Port. The ship was carrying 1200 liters of diesel. The Tainan City Fire Department dispatched 11 trucks and 22 personnel and successfully extinguished the fire by 7:41 p.m. There were no casualties reported, and the incident is now being handled by the Coast Guard Administration and the police. The cause of the fire is suspected to be an electrical wire short circuit.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Recently, there has been a frequent debate about priority seats on public transportation in Japan, sparking discussions on whether they are necessary. Taiwanese celebrity Ouyang Jing, who lived in Japan for many years, shared insights on the need to 'read the air' in Japan when offering priority seats, attributing issues in Taiwan to the high urban life stress. She highlighted the importance of understanding societal cues when it comes to priority seating in Japan, where the criteria for offering a seat differ from Taiwan, emphasizing the need to maintain situational awareness and respect local norms.
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Reported over 1 year ago
HTC (2498) announced a high-level personnel change on Friday, following their shareholders' meeting on the 21st. The former CFO, spokesperson, and accountant Shen Daobang resigned for personal career planning after serving for 8 years. Despite this, HTC emphasized that the departure of individual staff members would not impact the company's operations. Two internal promotions were made to fill the positions, and the company assured that its business strategies are correct and ongoing, with sufficient talent and management structures in place to maintain operations and development unaffected by individual departures.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Amid heavy rainfall in Anhui, China, a heartbreaking story emerged where an elderly woman was rescued by her son but tragically lost him in the process. The mother was trapped in a pigsty next to their home as floodwaters rose rapidly. Her son swam to her, lifted her onto a neighbor's roof for safety, but was swept away by the waters and met his demise. The incident occurred in She County, Huangshan City on June 20, resulting in over 27,000 affected individuals. Despite his swimming skills, the son couldn't reach safety, leaving behind a daughter, aged 15. Local officials reported that the man's body was found downstream, emphasizing the sudden and severe rise in water levels within minutes.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 22, 2024, the Taiwan Affairs Office released regulations on punishing 'Taiwan independence,' where one of the 22 stipulations includes the death penalty for the charge of 'splitting the country.' The Mainland Affairs Council responded that Beijing has no judicial jurisdiction over Taiwan. Former Legislator Guo Zhengliang noted a worrying precedent of Thailand repatriating dissenters to Xinjiang, potentially involving friendly countries, calling the situation 'unbelievable.' Guo pointed out the seriousness of the joint effort between the Taiwan Affairs Office and judicial units, expressing concerns about its implications on Taiwan's diplomacy in the future and the lack of clarification on enforcement boundaries to create intimidation.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Actress Ghost Ghost Wu Yingjie attended a press conference for hygiene products endorsement on June 22, 2024, revealing her favorite '23 cm' and emphasizing the importance of maintaining private parts by 'trimming hair and applying lotion'. Ghost Ghost shared her secret to private part care, mentioning her daily routine of cleaning, applying lotion, and shaving. She also expressed a preference for 23 cm sanitary pads for a 'cool' feeling during her period. In terms of her personal life, she disclosed being single and wanting to find a partner with whom she can have deep conversations. With 15 years in the entertainment industry, Ghost Ghost has accumulated assets, owning four houses and aiming for a fifth one in the future, despite the current high market prices. She has been working hard with numerous endorsements and jobs, having battled health issues in April and May, working on recuperation and body adjustments while continuing her professional responsibilities.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 22, 2024, mainland China held a joint press conference by the Taiwan Affairs Office, the Supreme People's Court, the Supreme People's Procuratorate, the Ministry of Public Security, and the Ministry of Justice to release the 'Opinions on Lawfully Punishing Stubborn Separatists and Inciting Separatist Crimes of Taiwan Independence'. Mainland experts believe this move eliminates the unclear manipulation space for 'hidden Taiwan independence', with expectations of strict punishment for related stubborn Taiwan independence individuals in the future. The opinions provide clear regulations and actionable measures targeting various types of separatist behaviors, aiming to crackdown on pro-independence activities and uphold peace in cross-strait relations.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Entertainment news from June 22, 2024, reports that EXO member D.O. held a two-day fan meeting in Taiwan, with his live performance leaving fans in awe. The fans' support was loud and enthusiastic, showing their strong backing for him.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 22, 2024, a Taiwanese netizen shared frustrations about two colleagues who had worked abroad and looked down on others. These colleagues often made condescending remarks about Taiwan and fellow coworkers, disregarded company rules, and criticized Taiwanese work culture. The netizen fired back, emphasizing that everyone works for a living and pointing out the hypocrisy of their behavior. Netizens supported the post, criticizing the arrogant colleagues for their disrespectful attitude.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A fishing boat named 'Chao Yao No.1' caught fire near Tainan General Shing Port around 7 pm, suspected to be caused by electrical wires. The owner reported 1200 liters of diesel onboard. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire using chemical foam within 30 minutes, preventing the flames from spreading to fuel tanks or causing injuries. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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Reported over 1 year ago
During the vote in the Legislative Yuan on the reconsideration of the Executive Yuan's proposed amendments to the 'Legislative Yuan Exercise Act' and the 'ROC Criminal Code' on June 22, 2024, Legislator High Gold Su-mei, who was hospitalized, took a one-hour sick leave from the hospital to vote in the legislature before returning to the ward. Legislator Hung Meng-kai of the Kuomintang Party expressed his admiration for High Gold's dedication and bravery, emphasizing the importance of representing the public's will in the legislative process, despite facing adversity.
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Reported over 1 year ago
歌手JUICE BOY在即將21歲生日之前宣布即將做爸爸，同時他的首張實體專輯也即將在生日前發行。為了感謝支持，他舉辦了專輯簽唱會，并表達了對家人身體健康的希望。
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Reported over 1 year ago
In Tainan’s Jiangjun District, a fishing boat caught fire with 1200 liters of diesel onboard. The Coast Guard personnel immediately reported the incident upon discovery, leading to the dispatch of 11 vehicles and 22 firefighters for rescue efforts. Fortunately, the fire was contained in time without further spread or injuries. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, with the fishing boat owner reporting the presence of diesel onboard. Firefighters used chemical foam to extinguish the fire on the 19-year-old boat, with no reported casualties or property damage. Further investigation will be carried out by the Coast Guard and police.
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Reported over 1 year ago
According to Minister of Environment Peng Chih-ming, Hsinchu County is facing a severe garbage disposal issue due to rapid progress, population increase, and poor waste management. The garbage pressure has reached a critical point with mountains of mattresses and exposed trash. It is expected to peak in the second half of the year. Minister Peng emphasized the importance of waste reduction and proper waste management habits to address the escalating problem.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A serious traffic accident occurred on June 22, 2024, at around 8:45 a.m. in Linkou, where a 48-year-old man surnamed Wu riding a motorcycle collided with a gravel trailer parked on the roadside, resulting in severe leg deformity and loss of vital signs. Despite immediate medical treatment at Linkou Chang Gung Hospital, Wu succumbed to his injuries around 5 p.m. The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation, with Wu's blood alcohol content pending confirmation.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The article discusses two potential growth stocks to consider for long-term investment in the 2024 market. The first stock is Palantir Technologies, known for its data analytics software platforms, showing profitability and revenue growth. The second stock is Airbnb, exhibiting resilience and financial strength through diversified offerings and substantial cash flow generation. Both stocks have shown promising growth prospects despite market fluctuations, making them attractive for investors with long-term horizons.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The 'Taiwan Public Park Phase One Residences' held a 'move-in' event with Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-Yen in attendance to offer her blessings. The mayor emphasized that the reason why these social housing units are known as 'good residences' is because they are located in prime areas. The residences are designed with features such as an elevated garden track, parent-child facility, and public daycare center. The event included performances by cheerleading squads and a parade competition involving residents who have already moved in. Mayor Lu mentioned that the residences are strategically placed near the 30,000-ping Taichung Public Park as part of the city's efforts to construct quality social housing.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In Yilan, a motorcyclist caught the attention of the police for not properly fastening his helmet and using a cell phone while riding. When the police approached for inspection and to issue a ticket, the rider, in anger, took off his helmet and used it to smash the police car's windshield. A scuffle ensued, resulting in multiple scratches and bruises on the officers. The rider was arrested and will face charges for obstructing official duties. This incident serves as a reminder to obey traffic laws and avoid aggressive behavior towards law enforcement.
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