Reported about 1 year ago
China's recent property support measures have led to increased transactions in major cities like Beijing and Shanghai, while smaller localities are still struggling in the real estate market. Despite policies like cutting minimum mortgage rates and downpayments, smaller cities continue to face challenges due to structural oversupply issues. Analysts suggest that more support is needed for smaller city governments to stabilize these markets and reduce inventories, with gradual measures expected instead of immediate solutions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During a power outage on June 18, 2024, in Taichung's Longjing District, a Taiwan Power Company employee suffered second-degree burns on his face and neck after a transformer exploded when he accidentally touched it with a long rod during maintenance. The incident, suspected to be caused by a short circuit in the transformer's circuit, led to the insulation oil spraying and burning the worker. He was hospitalized in stable condition, with investigations ongoing to determine the exact cause and ensure safety protocols were followed.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A woman in Taipei fell from a building on Songjiang Road, sustaining multiple fractures and showing no signs of life when rescuers arrived. Despite being rushed to the hospital for emergency treatment, she did not survive. Initial investigations by authorities found a chair on the rooftop, ruling out external intervention, but the woman's identity and the cause of the incident are still unknown. Remember, seeking help is not a sign of weakness; there are always ways to overcome difficulties in life. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out for assistance through various helplines provided. The article also covers other news stories such as a love triangle in a nursing home, infidelity at a workplace, and a chaotic live-streaming incident involving a Tesla being vandalized in Taipei.
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Reported about 1 year ago
陳盈潔因觸犯罪入獄後患急性腎衰竭、敗血症，入院8個月仍處於艱難階段。友人許常德爆料她仍需幫助，因醫藥費高近進行募款說唱會，許多藝人支持，7月將在台南舉行表演，呼籲大眾伸出援手。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Regarding the sighting of a Chinese Communist submarine surfacing in the Taiwan Strait by fishermen in Penghu, Defense Minister Gou Yuxiong stated that they have some information, but when asked about the submarine model and intentions, Gou mentioned they are currently 'maintaining'. However, it is known that this is the second time in a year that a Chinese Communist submarine has surfaced in the same area, sparking speculation on whether it was due to malfunction or for deterrence purposes.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, at 12:59 am, a sudden power outage occurred in the Neihu Science Park. Taipower stated that at 11:18 am, a feeder line trip caused 655 households in Neihu District of Taipei City, including Jiangnan Street, Yangguang Street, Ruiguang Road, Ruihu Street, to lose power. After emergency repairs, over 50% (347 households) had power restored within 3 minutes, over 85% (564 households) by 12:09 pm, and full restoration was achieved by 12:26 pm. Taipower attributed the outage to a feeder line trip at 11:18 am.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, at 12:59 am, Neihu Science Park in Taipei experienced a sudden power outage. Taipower stated that at 11:18 am, a feeder jumping incident caused 655 households in areas like Jiangnan Street, Sunshine Street, Ruiguang Road, and Ruihu Street to lose power. Through swift repairs, over 50% (347 households) were restored within 3 minutes, over 85% (564 households) by 12:09 pm, and full power was restored by 12:26 pm. Taipower explained that the outage was due to feeder jumping at 11:18 am, affecting 655 households in Neihu, Taipei.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 17, in Longjing District, Taichung City, a power outage led to Taiwan Power Company personnel repairing a transformer when it suddenly sprayed flames, causing the employee to sustain first and second-degree burns on the face. The incident was suspected to be caused by a short circuit leading to an oil spill. The personnel is receiving treatment at Taichung Veterans General Hospital without life-threatening injuries. Firefighting and rescue were dispatched to the scene for assistance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Police intercepted a driver who was about to meet the victim face-to-face in Kaohsiung, after a citizen mistakenly joined a fake investment group and was scammed 1.5 million NT dollars. The driver arriving for the exchange was arrested as police discovered a hidden agenda - the driver wore a black jacket on a hot day and zipped it all the way up, which felt unusually hot and suspicious. The jacket had a pinhole camera for remote monitoring to prevent internal fraud and minimize the risk of detection by authorities during raids. Police vowed to crack down on new tactics and closely investigate the scammers, emphasizing the difficulty of catching on-site drivers and tracing upstream handlers involved in the scams.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the Far Eastern Department Store shareholders' meeting on June 18, a cash dividend of 1.6 NTD was distributed. Positive economic outlook remarks by Chairman Xu Xudong saw a 1.88% increase in Far Eastern shares and a 3% surge in TSMC’s stock price, reaching 950 NTD, with a disclosure of repurchasing treasury shares at an average price of 917.97 NTD per share. Despite concerns over construction delays at a site in Chiayi due to archaeological findings, TSMC remains unaffected and disclosed the progress of the share buyback program amounting to over 5 billion NTD. Overall, the strong performance of tech and financial stocks led to the Taiwan Stock Exchange hitting new highs.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Charlene Zheng, on June 18, 2024, talks about her recent trip to Nantou's Mingjian at the 'Tea Two Fingers Storyhouse.' The location offers a tea journey experience, showcasing various types of teas and merchandise. The founder's story and the tea-making process are detailed, along with opportunities for tea tasting and photo ops in the outdoor area with art installations, a beautiful tea garden, a giant pearl milk tea, a high bridge, and a rainbow umbrella walkway. Additionally, the on-site Japanese ramen restaurant provides a taste of Japan with reasonably priced menu items. Guests purchasing specified tea leaves can even receive a complimentary night's stay in a unique water pipe house nearby, providing a cozy and tranquility-filled experience.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Traveling to Japan is always popular, but for those who don't speak Japanese or are hesitant to use it, can the language barrier be overcome? Online creator 'Nanana Tarli' has compiled three essential Japanese travel phrases that can be used for ordering food, shopping, or during the journey to avoid feeling overwhelmed. By confidently stating 'I don't speak Japanese' in Japanese, '日本語わかりません (ni hon go wa ka ri ma se n),' or asking someone to speak slowly with 'ゆっくり話してください (yu kku ri hana si te ku da sa i),' and politely requesting 'すみません、もう一度お願いします (su mi ma se n, mo u ichi do o nega i si ma su),' travelers can navigate various situations in Japan with ease and confidence.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Scheduled to take place in Yunlin for the first time, the National Day fireworks for the year 2024 will be held at the Yunlin Huwei High-Speed Rail Specific Area. Local residents are excited but concerned about traffic issues and potential crowd management. The event organizers are planning detailed arrangements to accommodate potentially hundreds of thousands of spectators, including transportation coordination, parking, and crowd dispersal, aiming to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. The county government anticipates that the fireworks display will not only attract visitors but also stimulate tourism-related businesses in Yunlin, with various special market events and tourism packages planned for the occasion.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the press conference held by the People's Party Legislative Yuan caucus, Huang Shanshan called for the Executive Yuan to quickly submit its own version of the Financial Planning Act for committee discussion. She emphasized that the People's Party version would not affect central finance operations and welcomed the Green Camp's support. Another legislator, Zhang Qikai, pointed out that the current fiscal planning law has been unamended for over 20 years, causing financial difficulties for local governments. The People's Party version seeks to establish a distribution committee that includes scholars, experts, and representatives from local and central governments to ensure a more rational allocation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Due to the effects of a front and the plum rain in the Taiwan's Taichung Mountain District, a BMW car collided with a massive falling rock on the evening of June 17 in the Heping District of Taichung City. The accident caused damage to the car's chassis, resulting in an oil leak, but fortunately, no one was injured. The police and towing company were called to the scene for assistance. The incident serves as a reminder for drivers to be cautious of falling rocks in mountainous areas and to maintain a safe driving speed to avoid accidents.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Following the recent adjustment in electricity prices starting from April, landlords of rental properties have been adjusting their rental fees accordingly, potentially increasing the burden on tenants. The former Minister of the Interior, Lin Yu-chang, had promised to revise standardized rental contracts in May to restrict electricity charges from exceeding the total monthly electricity bill and the average electricity price per kilowatt-hour. However, the implementation has been delayed. The Executive Yuan is currently working on the process with the Consumers' Foundation set to discuss the matter by the end of June, aiming for expedited review. Nationalist Party legislator Liao Wei-hsiang inquired about the possibility of implementation in July, to which the Premier responded with a commitment to make efforts toward that goal.
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Reported about 1 year ago
TVBS News on June 18, 2024, received complaints from parents that a cooperative at an elementary school in Zhonghe not only sells high-calorie foods like candies and hot dogs, but also issues vouchers with no change. For example, if a student uses two 10-dollar vouchers to buy a 20-dollar item, they cannot get back the remaining 5 dollars. The school criticized that it was taking students’ money. In response, the school will hold the outsourcing company accountable for the violations and request the cooperative to reissue vouchers to the students. The school food regulations specify that snacks sold should be under 250 kcal, including juices, milk, soy milk, yogurt, packaged water, and mineral water only.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, an article reported on a homosexual homicide case from 16 years ago where the killer used controlled drugs like 'milk injection' and 'muscle relaxants' to kill the victim. Forensic expert Kao Dacheng described this murder method as 'very professional'. The killer, Huang, convinced his acquaintance Lin to steal these drugs to kill the victim 'Ahan' in his sleep, leading to the dismemberment of the victim's body into 15 pieces and disposal in various areas. Huang received a life sentence for murder, while Lin got 1 year and 4 months for body abandonment and damage. The victim's head and limbs are still missing.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, with Mookie Betts sidelined due to a fractured hand from being hit by a pitch and expected to miss up to 8 weeks, the Dodgers played against the Rockies with two-way star Shohei Ohtani leading off. Ohtani delivered with 3 hits in the game, including his 20th double of the season, helping the Dodgers secure a 9-5 victory and a second consecutive win. Ohtani's performance garnered praise, and he also surpassed one million votes for the DH position in the All-Star Game. His impressive game included a stolen base, further solidifying his status as a standout player.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As the summer season and typhoon season begin, meteorologist Hsin Hsing Chia predicts a lower number of typhoons, approximately 17 to 21, compared to the long-term average of 19 to 23.4. Favorable conditions for typhoon formation are expected to establish from mid-July, peaking after July 21 and lasting until mid-August. Despite brief sporadic showers in various regions till Thursday, the influence of a strengthening Pacific high-pressure system will significantly reduce afternoon thunderstorms all over Taiwan from Friday onwards, with only sporadic showers in mountainous areas until next Thursday.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan Lottery has launched a new and popular scratch-off game called 'Gold Lotto,' priced at 200 NTD per ticket, featuring a familiar lotto prize matching rule and a thrilling process resembling the live drawing event. With 7 top prizes of 2 million NTD each and over 193,000 total prizes amounting to more than 810 million NTD, the game offers a high winning probability of 31.6%. Players can enjoy the immediate gratification of scratching off the ticket to reveal their potential winnings while contributing to charity with each purchase. For more information, visit the Taiwan Lottery website.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sun Anzuo and his manager Zhu Yiming attracted attention for bringing a 'gas gun' to a nightclub in the Xinyi District. The manager clarified that the gun is harmless, likening it to a 'large fire lighter', and announced a charity event in August to showcase Sun Anzuo's developed cold weapon. The police called for the gun to be surrendered for inspection and warned that any firearms displayed at future events could be confiscated if they fall under regulated categories.
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Reported about 1 year ago
民眾黨中央委員張凱鈞參加海峽論壇表示認同兩岸一家親，引發爭議。民眾黨澄清張凱鈞是以個人名義參加，並非代表黨出席；黨秘書長周榆修表示中央評議委員會將依紀律處理該事，並強調黨內幹部應謹言慎行，對兩岸事務需要授權方可發言。柯文哲也就此事表態。
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Reported about 1 year ago
In addition to famous spots like Hsinchu Touqian Creek, Keelung Peace Island, and Tofu Rock in the northern region of Taiwan, there is a hidden gem in Taoyuan where Tofu Rock and windmills can be captured in the same frame along the coastline. Located near the Baiyu Beach, this spot offers picturesque views of the rocks and windmills. Visitors are advised to check the tide schedule before visiting to avoid high tide covering the rocks. Nearby attractions include the White Sand Cape Lighthouse, Guanyin Datant Coloring Windmills, Guanyin Dragon Cat Bus Stop, and the iconic Caolu Sand Dunes, making it a perfect destination for a one-day trip along the coast.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Global networking giant Cisco and system integration leader Jintai Technology, along with over 20 ecosystem partners, signed an MOU with the Kaohsiung City Government to establish an AIoT innovation R&D center in Asia Bay. This initiative aims to cultivate local AI professionals and attract talent to move south for development. Through the Taiwan Digital Acceleration 3.0 program, Cisco will set up the center in Asia Bay, becoming an important AIoT hub in Asia and contributing to the development of a smart port ecosystem in Kaohsiung.
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