Reported about 1 year ago
Brigitte Lin, a renowned actress, appeared at National Tsing Hua University, delivering a speech at the graduation ceremony. She shared her life philosophy on happiness and encouraged students to find joy within themselves before spreading it to others. Lin reminisced about her early fame due to a popular film, her struggles with self-doubt, and her journey towards self-discovery and happiness through writing, painting, and opera singing. She encouraged students to embrace their uniqueness and shine, leaving a message of positivity and encouragement to fulfill their dreams and spread happiness in the world.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Due to the influence of southwest winds, Taitung County experienced scorching temperatures of up to 39.5 degrees Celsius, prompting an orange alert before noon on June 15th. Additionally, Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taoyuan City, Changhua County, and Hualien County all received a yellow high-temperature alert, advising people to avoid unnecessary outdoor activities and stay hydrated to prevent heat-related injuries. The extreme heatwave also led to sporadic afternoon thunderstorms in various regions while temperatures in some areas surpassed 36 degrees Celsius.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Due to the influence of the southwest wind, various parts of Taiwan are experiencing intense heat, with the Taiwan Central Weather Bureau warning that Saturday will be the hottest day in Greater Taipei and Hualien. The heat index in Taipei City may reach up to 43 degrees, and in other areas it could range from 37 to 39 degrees. The muggy weather is expected to last for at least two more weeks with minimal rainfall during the day.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 15, 2024, Japan faced a 'severe heat day' with high temperatures reaching up to 35.9°C in Kyoto, despite being only in June. While Tokyo reached 31.7°C and other regions like Gunma and Gifu surpassed 35°C. Experts predict heavy rains as mainland Japan enters the rainy season next week, while Okinawa has experienced record-breaking rainfall with 110mm in Yomitan. The island has seen consecutive days of rain. The delayed onset of the rainy season is expected to bring more thunderstorms with Japan's temperature hitting alarming highs for June.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Tickets for Cai Jianya's concert in Kaohsiung Dome on September 14 sold out in 3 minutes as over 10,000 fans rushed to buy them. Excited by the news, Cai thanked the universe and urged fans to make wishes for the upcoming concert. She plans to bring new elements and emotions to the show and expressed gratitude to her supporters. While fans requested additional shows, Cai remains content with the overwhelming response and encouraged fans to try securing tickets during the upcoming final release. Additionally, fans requested acrobatics during the concert, to which Cai humorously declined, preferring to showcase her elegant singing instead.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Due to the influence of southwest winds causing hot weather, Taitung County experienced burning winds and even surpassed the year's highest temperature at 40 degrees Celsius. The Central Weather Bureau issued high-temperature information for 11 counties and cities on the afternoon of June 15, affecting the daytime temperatures. Taitung County was issued an orange warning, with a probability of extreme high temperatures at 38 degrees Celsius, while Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taichung City, Changhua County, Nantou County, Yunlin County, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, Pingtung County, and Hualien County received yellow warnings. Residents are advised to stay alert to the heat.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Japanese boy band ZIPANG OPERA, consisting of members such as Sato Ryushi, Fukuzawa Yuu, spi, and Kokoro Shinsuke, shared their experiences during their first visit to Taiwan. They expressed their excitement for the upcoming performance at Zepp New Taipei and revealed quirky plans such as spi saying he will eat 180 Xiao Long Bao and may even spray them on stage. The members also discussed their impressions of Taiwan, their unique talents, and their interactions with Taiwanese fans, showing their enthusiasm for the show and the support from Taiwan.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In the incident that happened before dawn on June 15, 2024, a recent viral video showed an elderly man has filed a lawsuit against a young woman referred to as OL regarding a seat dispute on the Taipei Metro. The woman, surnamed Lin, refused to give up her priority seat to a woman, leading to a conflict with an elderly man who demanded she give it up. The situation escalated, resulting in Lin injuring herself. Netizens are outraged at the elderly man filing a lawsuit and have offered support by sharing videos as evidence, criticizing his actions as unreasonable. The incident has sparked heated discussions online.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 15, 2024, at 2:55 AM, Kaohsiung City's Gangdu Police Friends Association's Linyaya office, the Sanduo Police Friends Station chief Fang Guonan, expressed gratitude towards the long-standing efforts of the Sanduo Road Police Station team for the security and traffic in the area. They donated modular tactical duty backpacks to improve the carrying convenience and safety for officers on duty. The backpacks allow officers to carry different equipment configurations depending on their tasks, enhancing operational efficiency and safety. The gesture was appreciated by the Sanduo Road Police Station and is aimed at supporting the officers in their ongoing efforts in maintaining public safety and service.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Tsinghua University invited Lin Qingxia to give a speech at their graduation ceremony. Many young students were excited to see the legendary actress in person and found her speech inspiring, where she shared insights on happiness and the importance of continuous learning. Despite some generation gaps, Lin Qingxia's presence still attracted young fans who eagerly welcomed her with screams of excitement. Some parents, who were also fans, expressed regret for not being able to attend the event.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Lien Chan, the Vice Chairman of the Kuomintang, led a delegation to participate in the Cross-Strait Forum, emphasizing the importance of promoting youth exchanges between both sides to create more positive interactions and counterbalance extremist influences. He highlighted the significance of cultural, sports, and technological cooperation among youth as the best means to ensure peace and security in the Taiwan Strait, reaffirming the Kuomintang's commitment to promoting peace and win-win development with the mainland based on the 1992 Consensus and opposition to Taiwan independence.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Following the KMT and MPP's joint initiative to expand parliamentary powers, a large number of people took to the streets at the end of May to protest outside the legislature. Due to the impracticality of the law, the Executive Yuan proposed a reconsideration on the 11th. The DPP, led by Secretary-General Lin You-chang, announced the nationwide campaign 'Anti-Abuse of Power, Defend Democracy,' starting with a street event in Hualien on the 14th, directly confronting the Kuomintang caucus convener Fulon's base. In addition to central party-organized events, local party branches and councilors have begun mobilizing, with over 100 events expected before the 21st. Various DPP branches and city councilors across six cities and counties have initiated street campaigns, urging unity and democratic deepening in Taiwan.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
A fatal accident occurred at a construction site in Linkou, New Taipei on June 15, 2024. A 60-year-old worker named Hsu, a formwork worker, fell from the 13th floor to the 10th floor interception net, resulting in his death despite being rushed to the hospital. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the accident. This incident has prompted safety concerns at construction sites in the region.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
中国当红女星杨幂近期因工作室疏忽处理劣质照片而遭网友调侃，头发被修成锯齿状登上网，引发热议。粉丝对工作室不够用心感到不满，称其破坏了杨幂形象，希望其能更加认真对待。
Source: COM
Reported about 1 year ago
The civilian group 'Mountain and Sea Citizen Demolition Action' has launched the second phase of the recall petition against Keelung City Mayor Hsieh Kuo-Liang, receiving over 20,000 signatures so far. The spokesperson mentioned that reaching the threshold of 37,920 signatures should not be a problem, and they plan to invite key opinion leaders and influencers for public speeches in the city on June 22 and 23 before submitting the petition for review by the Keelung City Election Commission by July 5. The government spokesperson emphasized that the city government remains focused on municipal administration despite external influences, while the law requires a minimum of 37,920 signatures for the recall, with July 8 being the last day for submission in the second phase. (Responsible editor: Zhuang Longyu)
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The Ministry of Agriculture announced a ban on blackfin tuna fishing starting on June 12th, leading to a rush by fishermen to catch as many as possible before the ban. This resulted in a significant increase in tuna landings at Donggang Fishing Port in Pingtung. The national total has exceeded 2000 tons, and the excess catch this year will be deducted from next year's quota. There were concerns raised by lawmakers about the short warning period given to fishermen and the lack of support measures, causing losses and negative impact on next year's quota. The Fisheries Agency plans to provide better early warnings and support for fishermen who have already sailed to sea.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Dali Station, a renowned landmark in Taitung, Taiwan, had been closed for renovation for over half a year. After completing 90% of the renovation work and conducting a lottery for vendors, the station is set to officially open to the public on July 1st. The revamped station area will feature standardized vendor areas to enhance the visitor experience. Dali Station is a popular tourist destination in Taitung, attracting over tens of thousands of visitors annually. The improved station aims to provide a better service quality and a more organized sales area.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In rural areas of southwest Changhua County, there have been over 100 incidents of illegal dumping of industrial waste in the past six months, with a landowner named Chen being convicted and sentenced to one year in prison and fined NT$150,000 for dumping general industrial waste on agricultural land. Investigations by Changhua County authorities revealed that some landowners in remote areas charged fees for accepting soil, and even those leasing national land were found getting involved in accepting illegal waste dumping activities. The case involved multiple individuals, with some confessing to their involvement while others denied the accusations. The investigation is still ongoing for some suspects.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Three women - Peng, Ling, and Wang - were cheated of 26 million NT dollars between March and May this year after believing an advertisement on Facebook claiming to be from a tech company chairman offering investment opportunities in stocks. The women were lured with promises of 'stable profits without losses' and 'low costs, high income,' only to realize later that they had fallen into a scam trap. The Lin-kou police in New Taipei City arrested the main suspect and five other members involved in the fraud scheme following investigation. The gang operated by deceiving victims in Taiwan and collaborating with overseas data centers, using tactics such as setting up mobile 'water stations' in random car hotels once victims took the bait. The arrest led to the confiscation of evidence, 29 million NT dollars in illicit gains, and ongoing investigations to identify further accomplices for legal action.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
During an event in Changhua on June 15, 2024, Taiwan People's Party Chairman Ko Wen-je criticized the DPP for not daring to openly debate on parliamentary reform, accusing them of spreading rumors instead. Ko challenged the DPP to debate and suggested the fastest way for people to understand the issue is through a televised debate, emphasizing the need for effective parliamentary oversight and anti-corruption capabilities. Ko also pointed out instances of ridicule from a ChatGPT program written by the DPP themselves, highlighting the lack of willingness for open discussion.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 13th, a traffic accident occurred on Highway 2 in Taoyuan, where the enthusiastic traffic coordinator, known as the 'Highway Beauty,' was revealed to be Instagram influencer Zhang Shuqing. Amid rumors of plastic surgery and scandal involving a former TV director, Zhang confidently responded on social media by sharing childhood photos and humorously addressing the speculation. She also faced accusations of being a 'meal companion girl,' prompting her to consider legal action against the accuser, who linked her to inappropriate activities. Despite controversies, Zhang remains active in media, expressing interests in history and aspirations to be a homemaker following her mother's natural beauty.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
星宇航空與PEANUTS聯名主題航班今日正式啟航，機上服務用品如登機證、紙杯、紙巾等超過25項都可見到SNOOPY及其朋友的可愛設計，也提供兒童玩具和專屬免稅商品。頭等艙和商務艙乘客可享有SNOOPY的巧思融入服務環節，讓旅客在機上享受與SNOOPY一起飛行的樂趣
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
在海峽論壇開幕時，中國全國政協主席王滬寧表示台灣自古屬於中國，遭到民進黨立委王定宇反駁。王定宇指出清朝以前並未在台灣建省，後來割讓給日本，也提到台灣原有的鬆散政權如大肚王國，強調台灣從未是中國一部分。兩人對於台灣身分與歷史觀點颇有分歧。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
During a recent visit to Taiwan, NVIDIA CEO Huang Renxun sparked enthusiasm with his discussions on the technological revolution driven by AI. When asked if AI might one day exceed human control and make decisions independently, Huang emphasized the need for careful construction of autonomous and automated technologies to prevent such a situation. He also provided recommendations for companies, students, and computer science professionals to engage with AI due to its significant impact. Huang further expressed his enthusiasm for the remarkable technological revolution underway and the opportunities it presents.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
After confirming her cancer diagnosis in March and undergoing chemotherapy, Duchess Kate of the UK shared on social media that her treatment is progressing well. She plans to attend King Charles III's birthday parade, marking her first public appearance in 6 months since the cancer announcement. Over 2 million people liked her post, showing support for her recovery. While the treatment progress is good, Duchess Kate acknowledges the ups and downs of chemotherapy. Prime Minister Johnson expressed excitement over the news, and hopes are high for her full recovery ahead of the parade.
Source: YAHOO