Reported about 1 year ago
South Korea recently reinstated loudspeakers to broadcast messages towards North Korea after North Korea repeatedly sent garbage balloons to the South, leading to the suspension of the 2018 military agreement. However, it was found that the loudspeakers purchased by South Korea in 2016 did not meet the required standards, being unable to effectively transmit messages beyond 7 kilometers and often becoming unclear at 5 kilometers. This has raised concerns about the loudspeakers' effectiveness in reaching the North Korean city of Kaesong. The overall goal of these loudspeakers was to broadcast K-pop music and political propaganda towards North Korea, but their performance fell short according to tests. Despite the issues, the broadcasting efforts aim to influence North Korean residents, with defectors citing the impact of previous broadcasts in their decision to defect to South Korea.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 16, 2024, Xuan Media reported that Oita Prefecture in Kyushu, Japan offers many hydrangea viewing spots and the opportunity to admire purple lavender at places like Kuju Flower Park. Visitors can enjoy activities like flower picking, flower arranging, and visiting essential oil making facilities. Other notable locations for hydrangea viewing include Fugendo Temple in Bungo-Ono City, and Hoshihachimangu Shrine in Kuzumi Town, both famous for their stunning displays. Additionally, annual hydrangea festivals take place in various locations in June and early July, offering a picturesque blend of nature and culture.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Yahoo Kimo (Real-time News) June 16, 2024, 10:36 PM Prosecutors cracked down on a major drug smuggling case several years ago, indirectly dismantling the domestic drug trafficking group led by Lin Xiaodao, only to uncover an 'offside miscarriage of justice'! An undercover informant was wrongly sentenced to a severe penalty, prompting investigations by the Supervisory Yuan, which concluded that insufficient communication and coordination between the prosecutors, police, and coast guard led to the informant being unfairly convicted. The High Prosecutors' Office stated that the informant should be acquitted or have their sentence reduced, and thus filed for a retrial. The case, involving the largest methamphetamine smuggling operation at sea at the time, culminated in the breakup of one of the three major domestic drug trafficking groups, forcing some international drug traffickers to flee abroad. However, as personnel involved in the case were successively imprisoned, a 'miscarriage of justice' emerged. The Supervisory Yuan found that the informant had been wrongly implicated due to flaws in communication and decision-making among prosecutors, police, and the coast guard, and recommended relief be granted. The High Prosecutors' Office has requested a retrial based on this investigation. The involved prosecutor's office and the High Court have acknowledged and are currently processing the retrial petition, relying on assistance from the Legal Aid Foundation. Editor: Qin Yingwen
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Reported about 1 year ago
在MLB比賽中，大谷翔平在道奇對陣皇家的比賽中一人獨得兩支全壘打，帶領道奇以3：0戰勝對手。這是大谷翔平本季第二次演出單場雙響砲，也給了受傷的日本隊友山本由伸祝福。山本由伸因右肩受傷需要休息，大谷翔平送上祝福希望他能早日康復。
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Navy soldier on the Ming Chuan ship in Taiwan jumped off the deck while the ship left Keelung Harbor, swam to shore, and sought help from a nearby shipbuilding company, but was found by authorities and safely hospitalized. The soldier cited not being able to adapt to life on the ship and not wanting to serve in the military as reasons for his actions. The Navy responded by establishing an emergency center and conducting investigations into the incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Yuanta Securities has launched the new version of 'Taiwan Stock e-Indicator Investment' service, offering unique features such as automatically investing based on moving averages, KD indicator, and RSI indicator. Investors can freely adjust parameters to create personalized stock investment strategies using technical indicators. With functions like daily investment, weekly investment, moving average investment, KD investment, and RSI investment, investors can easily manage their investment portfolios. Yuanta Securities also provides over 300 stocks for customers to choose from, exceeding the industry average, and has improved the user interface for increased usability.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A 20-year-old army soldier, identified as Wang, was fatally stabbed by a 17-year-old teenager at a shrimp pond in Pingtung City following a dispute after consuming alcohol. Wang, who had served nearly a year in the military, was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries due to severe bleeding. The military has expressed shock and regret over the incident, and they will assist Wang's family. The tragedy serves as a reminder to avoid high-risk places during leaves to prevent such incidents from occurring.
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Reported about 1 year ago
27-year-old rapper GorillaX surprised fans by announcing his marriage to his girlfriend Reed, who is 9 years older. Their friend, rapper SpringWind, attended the party and jokingly promised to help raise the couple's child until she graduates from elementary school if they name her 'Gao Lide'. GorillaX and Reed announced the wedding and pregnancy news simultaneously, with the gender reveal indicating they are expecting a daughter. Reed is currently four months pregnant and due in November.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to FTNN News, in the fourth quarter of last year, the road with the highest number of mortgage applications in New Taipei City was Sinyi Road in Xinzhuang with 223 applications. Sinyi Real Estate experts pointed out that this road is a major thoroughfare near the redevelopment areas of Xinzhuang's Toutou and Vice-Center, with newer properties, well-developed life functions in the old commercial district, and access to two MRT lines, attracting homebuyers who prefer this area over other redevelopment areas. The area is convenient for daily needs such as food, clothing, housing, and transportation, and is popular among both public transportation and commuting residence buyers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sandra 'Sandy' Hemme, a 63-year-old woman, was recently acquitted of murder charges in a Missouri court after serving 40 years in prison for a crime she didn't commit. The new evidence presented by law enforcement authorities revealed that the true perpetrator of the crime was a deceased police officer named Michael Holman. Hemme was coerced into a false confession back in the 1980s due to flawed police procedures and manipulation, leading to her wrongful imprisonment. This case highlights the longest wrongful imprisonment of a female in American judicial history.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Starlux Airlines, one of only 20 airlines globally with first-class cabins, reintroduced first-class on their Airbus A350 fleet last year, offering services to North America. Now, they announced the addition of a route to Japan's Osaka starting July 1st, with a round trip price close to 100,000 NTD. This marks another expansion in their first-class offerings after the success of their North America route launch. Starlux's first-class, featuring unique amenities like zero-gravity seats and a collaboration with a century-old Tokyo restaurant, aims to provide a luxurious and innovative in-flight experience for passengers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Starlux Airlines has announced the addition of first class services to the Osaka route starting from July 1st, with a round-trip fare of nearly 99,641 NT dollars. This move marks the airline's expansion of first class offerings beyond the U.S., Tokyo, and Singapore routes. Passengers can also enjoy exclusive gourmet dining experiences curated in collaboration with a traditional Tokyo restaurant, enhancing the in-flight experience with luxurious amenities and innovative Japanese cuisine.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As summer approaches, comfortable and convenient accommodation is crucial for family trips. From the 100-square-meter parent-child play area at Kaohsiung Junyi Hotel, free room upgrades at Chiayi Yundeng Scenic Hotel for four people, to the 53% off Taichung Business Hotel's parent-child accommodation package, families can also opt for the six-person exclusive area at Liu Mu Sen Luxury GAMPING or the luxury camping cars at European Village Manor for a stress-free vacation. Various destinations offer different perks, such as the free afternoon tea and boat ride at Kaohsiung Junyi Hotel, cultural village tickets at Nantou Sun Moon Lake Rueiju Resort, bicycle and lake tickets at Sun Moon Wind at Sun Moon Lake, and exclusive offers at Taitung Yawan Hot Spring Hotel and Miaoli Liu Mu Sen Luxury GAMPING.
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Reported about 1 year ago
ASUSTek's CEO, Jonney Shih, revealed that the company's revenue for the second half of the year is expected to surpass the first half, with new AI PC products driving laptop shipments and consumer products like communication devices entering the traditional peak season. ASUSTek's ultimate goal in AI server development is to enter the complete server system assembly line. Expectations for the second half of the year are high due to trends in AI PC and AI smartphones, with laptop shipments projected to increase, aiming for single-digit percentage growth overall. Strong confidence is also expressed in the double-digit percentage growth of the automotive business, despite challenges in the supply chain. ASUSTek's comprehensive layout in AI infrastructure and plans for new customer engagement in AI servers are highlighted for future development.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 16, 2024, the Jumeirah Al Naseem Hotel in Dubai introduced a unique 'New Turtle' themed accommodation package to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project (DTRP). This initiative not only offers guests a rejuvenating experience but also contributes to wildlife conservation efforts, specifically focused on sea turtles. Through this package, guests can support marine conservation while enjoying a variety of marine experiences, including behind-the-scenes tours of turtle rescue facilities, rehabilitation areas, and the opportunity to witness the release of rescued turtles back into the ocean. Additionally, guests can enjoy various amenities and activities at the hotel, all while contributing to a good cause and raising awareness about the importance of sea turtle conservation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Amid allegations of financial wrongdoing, Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities Co. missed out on arranging at least eight yen bond deals, leading to dropping from certain planned bond deals by institutions like Development Bank of Japan Inc., Japan International Cooperation Agency, and NEC Corp. This setback comes as a consequence of recent scandals, with SMBC Nikko Securities Inc. experiencing a similar loss of business previously. Despite being one of the top arrangers for yen corporate bonds, the unit faced further challenges after the Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission accused Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. of repeatedly violating client confidentiality. As a result, agencies like Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan Housing Finance Agency, and Aeon Co. also decided to drop the brokerage from arranging bond deals.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 16, 2024, a male netizen expressed his addiction to the social media app Threads, leading to a trend among young people who can't stop using it, despite it not being able to replace Instagram yet. Threads is praised for its ad-free nature, clean interface, magical algorithm for recommending interesting articles, and the ability to see various users' interesting shares without adding friends. Many users believe Threads has caused neglect of Instagram and Facebook, as it creates a comfortable environment with abundant information, resonating with a large number of people.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan's passive component production value is expected to return to growth track this year, as announced by the Ministry of Economic Affairs. After six consecutive quarters of negative growth in the third quarter of 2023, terminal demand gradually rebounded from the trough, along with customer restocking. The industry has maintained growth momentum since the second half of last year, projecting an end to two years of negative growth with a return to growth. The main exports of Taiwan's passive components include capacitors, with a significant decrease in the export share to Mainland China and Hong Kong due to global supply chain shifts, while exports to the US and ASEAN have increased compared to 2017.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network - June 16, 2024, 10:31 PM. Following the food poisoning incident at Pao Lin Tea House in Taipei's Far Eastern Sinyi A13, with 6 deaths and over 20 victims suffering injuries, the Consumer Foundation has officially initiated a group lawsuit. Concerned about Pao Lin's ability to pay compensation, they may also include Far Eastern Department Store's food court as a defendant, urging victims to fight for their rights. The lawsuit seeks more than 100 million in compensation, factoring in physical and mental damages, and encourages more victims to seek justice.
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Reported about 1 year ago
新加坡当局表示，一艘疏浚船报告发生突然的引擎和舵机控制失灵，导致其撞上一艘停泊的集装箱油轮，造成油污事件，污染了该城市岛屿南部海岸的部分地区。油分散剂处理的泄漏型低硫燃油进一步被潮水冲向海岸线，包括受欢迎的度假胜地新加坡圣淘沙岛。超过250名工人参与清理，设置约1.5公里长的围栏和另外1.6公里的临时隔离墙以防止油污扩散到岸边。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former President Ma Ying-jeou's recent Facebook post criticizing President Tsai Ing-wen's successor, President Lai Ching-te, for his inauguration speech stating that 'the Republic of China and the People's Republic of China are not subordinate to each other', has led to a heated exchange between the three presidents. This sparked a debate involving former President Chen Shui-bian, as he criticized Ma Ying-jeou's actions during his tenure as the Mainland Affairs Council Chair in 1992, wherein he passed the 'Cross-Strait Relations Act', leading to tensions with China. The discussion delved into constitutional interpretations, highlighting differing views on the status of the People's Republic of China within the framework of the Republic of China's constitution.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Porsche caught on fire at a park in Miaoli, Taiwan, with the driver escaping unharmed before the entire car was engulfed in flames and reduced to just the chassis. The local fire department arrived at the scene, extinguished the fire, and confirmed that there were no injuries. The car owner mentioned that the Porsche had been in operation for 9 years without any issues until it suddenly caught fire during a visit to Miaoli. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to SET News on June 16, 2024, a civil group announced plans to gather outside the legislature on the 19th, 20th, and 21st of the month, coinciding with the review of parliamentary reform bills, to reveal the harms of expanding legislative powers. They warned the Kuomintang and other parties to align with public opinion. The event calls for public defense of democracy against abuses of power, organized differently this time inviting students on break, small business owners, and the general public. The group's deputy secretary-general highlighted six harms of parliamentary abuse, urging the opposition parties to reconsider. The gathering is to emphasize citizen power and rational dialogue, welcoming different opinions in the democratic process.
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Reported about 1 year ago
After a recent fundraiser where Joe Biden momentarily stood still while being applauded, alongside Barack Obama and Jimmy Kimmel, intense debate arose over whether Biden 'froze' or was simply acknowledging the applause. A video captured the moment where Obama appeared to guide Biden off stage, leading to social media discussion on Biden's mental state. Despite claims of Biden freezing, his team dismissed the allegations, emphasizing he was just taking in the crowd's applause. The event raised $28 million and featured various A-list celebrities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
在米蘭時裝周，邊佑錫和周興哲開心合照，引起網友熱議。網友紛紛調侃周興哲的外套太大，讓他看起來像邊的保鑣；然而也有人直言周興哲是有了孩子後自然長大。此外，邊佑錫在台灣引起不少風波，包括離開時受推擠以及穿著引發爭議等情況。
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