Reported about 1 year ago
According to the Central Weather Bureau, a convective cloud system is intensifying, leading to possible short-duration heavy rainfall. As a result, a heavy rain advisory has been issued for 6 cities and counties as of 10:30 am today. The affected areas include Yunlin County, Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, and Pingtung County. Residents in these regions are advised to be cautious of thunderstorms and strong gusts. The advisory is expected to last from this morning until tonight.
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Reported about 1 year ago
基隆市警察局少年隊的周姓小隊長涉嫌包庇一家有女陪侍的違法KTV，甚至還插手其中，並找隊員協助處理事務，遭到檢方收押禁見。涉案的6人包括周男、劉男以及4名相關業者，被認定涉嫌貪污、圖利等罪行，而5名被告則需繳交5萬至10萬新台幣不等的交保金。警局表示主動報請檢方調查，對涉案人員採取嚴厲懲處措施。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 'Folk Music Summit' concert, which has been touring since 2006, will officially come to an end in 2025, with producer and music director Shih Hsiao-jung confirming it as the 'final show'. The event led by Shih Hsiao-jung will feature well-known singers like Yu Tai Yan, Wang Chung-Ping, Wang Hai-ling, Wang Rui-yu, and a highlight will be the 55-year-old songstress Chen Ai-mei, who recently became a grandmother with no visible signs of aging on her face. The concert is set for February 1st and 15th, 2025, at Taipei Arena and Kaohsiung Arena respectively, offering fans a festive Chinese New Year celebration.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A fatal fire broke out in a house on Yanshou Road in Tucheng District, New Taipei City, claiming the lives of a mother, son, and daughter's boyfriend. The father, unable to cope with the loss, rushed to the hospital. The fire, suspected to have started at the entrance of the 4th floor due to a lithium battery explosion, trapped the family members on the upper floors leading to the tragic deaths. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the fire.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a recent case, a 1-year-old child developed sudden high fever and seizures, leading the family to rush to Taipei Wanfang Hospital for emergency treatment. The child was diagnosed with enterovirus meningitis, which was effectively controlled with timely medical intervention. The medical team emphasized the importance of recognizing severe symptoms such as respiratory distress, rapid heartbeat, altered consciousness, and persistent vomiting as early signs for seeking immediate medical help in cases of enterovirus infections. Maintaining good personal hygiene practices and considering vaccination for specific strains of enterovirus were recommended for prevention.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to SET News on June 12, 2024, at 10:53 pm, the Meteorological Bureau continued to issue a special report on heavy rain at 10:30, mentioning the vigorous development of a convection cloud system resulting in short-term intense rainfall. There is a probability of localized heavy rain occurring in areas south of Yunlin today with warnings for thunder and strong gusts. Counties and cities under the heavy rain alert include Yunlin County, Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, and Pingtung County. The southwest wind on the 13th brings warm and humid air to Taiwan, leading to occasional brief showers or thunderstorms in regions south of Miaoli. The temperature is expected to reach 32 to 35 degrees Celsius, rising to around 36 degrees in parts of Greater Taipei and Hualien Rift Valley. In the southeastern regions, there may be occurrences of foehn winds. Individuals are advised to stay hydrated, apply sunscreen, and be cautious of heatstroke. Coastal areas in northern Taiwan, Matsu, Green Island, and Orchid Island may experience strong gusts of 8 to 9 Beaufort scale. Safety precautions are advised for seaside activities, and those traveling to Kinmen and Matsu should stay updated on flight information due to possible low clouds or fog affecting visibility.
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Reported about 1 year ago
谷歌已與柏克夏哈撒韋旗下的電力公司NV Energy達成協議，將利用先進的地熱電力來為其位於內華達的數據中心供電。這筆交易需要經州公用事業監管機構批准，將使谷歌的運營部門的碳中和設施注入115兆瓦的無碳地熱電力，比起六年前的3.5兆瓦。這項合作推動谷歌實現其2030年完全使用清潔能源的目標，並探索新的方式幫助具有巨大新興電力需求和氣候目標的公司從受監管的電力市場中獲得能源。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Education Yeh Ping-Cheng addressed rumors of his online courses having sales of 300 million, stating that the actual number is not as high as speculated. During a session at the Legislative Yuan's Education and Culture Committee, Yeh assured that his assets would be lawfully reported and welcomed suggestions from lawmakers. Yeh, a well-known professor at National Taiwan University, founded the experimental school 'Mujuku,' the online learning platform 'PaGamO,' and has offered popular online courses including a presentation course. Despite his success, Youtuber Alisasa's media sales course outsold his, earning 76 million in a little over a month, prompting Yeh to acknowledge her achievement and admire her record-breaking sales.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) responded to recent media reports criticizing the free quick test distribution to clinics in July. The CDC clarified that they have collaborated with the Taiwan Pharmacist Association and set up over 4,500 distribution points for COVID-19 home quick test kits at National Health Insurance-contracted pharmacies by the end of June, distributing over 8.44 million kits with varying expiry dates. They acknowledged the collaboration with pharmacies and medical institutions in epidemic prevention and disclosed plans to distribute an additional 3 million kits through over 800 medical institutions starting in July. The CDC thanked medical institutions and pharmacies for their assistance in disease control and emphasized the importance of targeted quick test distribution to aid in timely diagnoses for respiratory illnesses.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Taipei City Health Bureau announced the results of fresh seafood inspections, revealing that the crab at the Taipei Marriott Hotel's 7th floor restaurant was found to contain cadmium, leading to confiscation and destruction in accordance with food safety regulations. Non-compliance within the specified period may result in fines ranging from 30,000 to 300,000 New Taiwan Dollars. Another case involved yellowtail fish at Nanmen Market testing positive for leucocrystal violet, potentially incurring fines between 60,000 and 2 million NTD. The Taipei City Health Bureau's inspection aimed to safeguard public consumption of seafood, covering a variety of products and inspecting for multiple residues, toxins, and heavy metals. The bureau also emphasized the importance of balanced seafood consumption to reduce heavy metal intake risks.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A woman who felt bloated for 2 weeks went for a check-up only to discover she was already pregnant. Dr. Chang Chen-Rong from the Gastroenterology department shared that after an ultrasound examination, it was unexpectedly revealed that the woman was already carrying a baby, and even she had no idea she was pregnant. The woman, who is in her early 40s and had fertility issues due to medication for hyperthyroidism, was surprised by this sudden news. Dr. Chang wished her and the baby the best as they embraced this unexpected turn of events.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Teen Top member Niel, known for his singing and dancing skills, will be holding a solo concert at Clapper Studio in Taipei on June 15th, following his group's performance in Taiwan in 2023. Niel shared his excitement about tasting beef cubes and sweet potato balls at night markets during his stay. During a game with his agency, he ended up scooping 125,000 Korean Won (approx. NT$3,212) blindfolded, exclaiming, 'I'm a rich man!' and expressing his plans to enjoy the night market snacks. He also teased a special guest appearance and exclusive performances for the Taipei event, aiming to create an unforgettable night for his fans.
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Reported about 1 year ago
王豪是本土劇反派專業戶，曾演出多部八點檔，消失10年後現身，聲稱轉行直播賣貨遭詐騙賠錢，最近客串戲劇時暴瘦15公斤。王豪表示拍戲太辛苦，不會重回八點檔，對於暴瘦變瘦一圈則指可能是直播工作壓力太大，醫院檢查未發現問題，令人關心。
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Reported about 1 year ago
A fire in a seven-story residential building in New Taipei City's Tucheng District resulted in three deaths, suspected to be caused by a lithium battery exploding while charging. Taiwan Power Corporation's fan page listed charging 'NG' behaviors to remind people to avoid charging unsupervised or overnight while sleeping and to replace old or damaged charging cables. The corporation emphasized the importance of paying attention to devices while charging and immediately addressing any unusual odors or swelling, as well as using original charging cables for safety. They advised against charging overnight and provided tips on choosing reliable power banks.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the early hours of June 13 in Yongshou, Tucheng District, New Taipei City, a deadly fire broke out in a gardening shop operated by the Li family. Due to a lithium battery fire, the mother, son, and daughter's boyfriend tragically lost their lives. The neighborhood chief, Teng Yu-lan, mentioned the father's emotional distress and how one body remains on the 7th floor. The family was trying to extinguish the fire caused by a lithium battery explosion, resulting in chaos and the loss of three lives.
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Reported about 1 year ago
After the Executive Yuan recognized difficulties in implementing parliamentary powers reform, which President Lai Ching-te approved, it was sent to the Legislative Yuan for reconsideration. An ex-aide of the People's Party Chairman Ko Wen-je and political commentator Wu Jing-yi stated that with less than half of the seats in the parliament belonging to the three major parties, the Legislative Yuan has turned into a show scene instead of a place for serious discussions. Criticizing the Kuomintang, Wu remarked that the party seems to have lost its essence, with even the younger generation and intellectuals expressing disinterest. He mentioned the People's Party's eight seats as being insignificant. The article discusses various aspects of the ongoing political situation in Taiwan's parliament.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan disposes of 9 billion cigarette butts annually, with Minister of Environmental Protection Qi-Ming Peng aiming to set Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for all SRF plants in the country within three months to ensure safe and clean waste management and environmental power generation. This initiative comes in response to the environmental impact caused by the improper disposal of cigarette butts, highlighting the need for better waste processing measures to combat pollution.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Taiwan, Lin crashed a truck carrying his friend through the front door of an internet-famous gym owned by 'Guanzhang' in Taichung, allegedly out of frustration for not being hired as a coach. Speculation arose over potential ties to the triads or politics, but police clarified these rumors as unfounded. Lin, unemployed for six months, was arrested and charged with damage and intimidation offenses while the gym also filed an attempted murder case. The court approved his detention due to the severity of his actions. No injuries were reported in the incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
With recent oversupply causing egg prices to plummet to a near three-year low, major egg producer Big Wushan's stock market debut today saw a disappointing start with a 13% drop to 49.5 yuan per share. This significant decrease from the underwriting price of 57.13 yuan could result in allotment winners losing over 7,000 yuan each. As egg prices have fallen for four consecutive weeks, the market prices for eggs have hit new lows, affecting Big Wushan whose main products include fresh eggs, liquid eggs, soft-boiled eggs, and egg rolls, with a daily production of over 800,000 eggs. The company, with 79% of 2023 revenue coming from fresh eggs, is set to expand with a collaboration with a major Japanese egg-chicken farm and plans to launch 'happiness fresh eggs' in June, with new facilities expected to be completed by the end of 2024.
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Reported about 1 year ago
女星郭書瑤因積欠管理費登上媒體版面後被拍下翻白眼的崩壞照，引來網友笑稱「是不是得罪攝影師？」雖然形象受損，但她近日在社群發文祝福中國高考學生並PO出各種美照，展現正向態度，希望考生能心情好，狀態佳，並鼓勵他們好好吃飯休息。
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Reported about 1 year ago
博通（Broadcom）公佈第二季財報表現優於預期，預告將進行股票分割「一拆十」，消息刺激盤後股價飆漲14%，營收高達124.9億美元，每股盈餘10.96美元，全年營收預估提高至510億美元。公司預計2024年AI晶片營收將達110億美元，與Google和Meta有合作，為大型雲端服務業者提供客製化晶片，去年併購企業軟體公司VMware帶動營收年增43%。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu called for a party caucus consultation to discuss the report by Premier Su Tseng-chang on the reconsideration case, and the timetable for the legislative session. However, tensions rose when DPP Legislative Yuan Caucus Secretary-General Zhuang Ruixiong was unhappy with his speaking rights being taken away and exchanged heated words with Han Kuo-yu. Han angrily retorted, 'What are you yelling at, you're like trying to pick flaws in an ironclad egg!' The consultation was then temporarily suspended. Later, disagreements arose on the speaking order within the caucus, leading to further clashes between Zhuang and Han.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the episode of 'My Star Village Chief' on TTV's news website on June 12, 2024, the village leaders visited the enthusiastic indigenous tribe in Xinmei Village, Alishan, to assist villagers in bamboo shoot harvesting. After exhausting work, they had to help prepare for the school's sports day by clearing weeds on the campus. Ho Chao-Chen expressed exhaustion and even declared not returning the next day when encouraged by a villager, leading to an awkward situation. Former baseball player Kuo Hong-Zhi, known as 'Phoenix,' was shyly asked by children to teach them baseball, resulting in a humorous baseball game where Ho Chao-Chen humorously commented on batting techniques. The children proved uncontrollable during a post-event tutoring session, leading to Ho Chao-Chen struggling to manage them and humorously describing it as 'horrifying' due to the accumulated fatigue from labor and teaching. Whether the star village leaders will complete the mission within 48 hours remains to be seen on the TTV show airing every Saturday at 8 p.m.
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Reported about 1 year ago
KYMCO has unveiled the RTS 135 fuel-powered scooter with a 135cc water-cooled ISG engine, delivering a 14.2ps max power and accelerating from 0-100 km/h in just 7.8 seconds. Additionally, a 165cc racing model, RTS R, featuring stronger horsepower and faster acceleration, is set to be unveiled at the Milan Motorcycle Show in 2024 and launched in January 2025 for pre-order. The scooter is equipped with modern technologies like ISG smart assistance, precise cooling and lubrication, and efficient intake combustion systems. It also features improved handling, safety, and weight distribution compared to its counterparts in the market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Entertainment news on June 12, 2024, at 10:47 PM: Hu Ge visited Taiwan for less than 24 hours and returned to Shanghai on the morning of the 13th. Hu Ge appeared at the airport without makeup, displaying a significant difference in aura compared to the event the previous day. He exuded a friendly older brother vibe by readily accepting requests for autographs and photos, showing his down-to-earth personality.
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