Reported about 1 year ago
Jacky Cheung, the 'God of Songs', held concerts in Taiwan in June 2024, leading to a ticket frenzy that attracted unscrupulous scalpers engaging in fraud. Exploiting the opportunity, a 41-year-old man surnamed Zhou from New Taipei City impersonated a scalper on a Facebook group to sell concert tickets, resulting in over 20 people being swindled of a total of 300,000 NTD. Following police investigation, Zhou was arrested on June 6 for fraudulently advertising and collecting payments for tickets that were never delivered, with most victims being young females and losses ranging from 1800 to 80,000 NTD each. Multiple bank accounts and technology were used by Zhou to conceal his identity, and he now faces charges under the Criminal Code for fraud.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A coach surnamed Liu from Kaohsiung was suspended by the Sports Administration for sexually harassing female national team players, but was found continuing to coach at a field in Xiaogang District. The field, previously adopted by Liu's association, had its adoption terminated due to contract violations, with a notice from the Education Bureau banning entry. Liu was accused of sexually harassing female players for several years, and while hockey associations have taken action, roller skating associations have not. The case has been reported to authorities in April, emphasizing the importance of rejecting sexual harassment and violence.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 15, 2024, Dr. Chen Chih-Hsun, the Chief General of the popular Cologne Platinum Dental Digital Intelligent Medical Alliance in the southern district, brought delicious food to surprise and support frontline police officers at a local police station ahead of Police Day. Dr. Chen, a dentist, understands the challenges faced in daily life and shares his appreciation for the hard work of police officers by organizing a heartwarming meal gathering to boost morale and show gratitude. The event included a variety of dishes and small gifts, creating a joyful atmosphere and expressing support for the dedicated officers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 7th annual European Religious Association meeting, Tai Ji Men disciples were invited to address the issue of religious freedom in the Tai Ji Men case. With over 3,000 speakers and experts attending, discussions focused on the unresolved rights case in Taiwan involving Tai Ji Men, after the recent elections. International human rights experts urged the new president to resolve the case and address systemic issues in Taiwan's tax system, emphasizing the need for fair tax policies and respecting religious freedom. Scholars pointed out the importance of transparent tax management and accountability to prevent societal polarization and mistrust, learning from the Tai Ji Men case to shape more effective and equitable tax policies.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As applications for the 2024 Dragon Beauties Little Dragon Girls cheerleading team have attracted over a hundred girls from various backgrounds, including former members of AKB48 and popular streamers like Jingjing, a fan-favorite streamer with over a hundred thousand followers who sacrificed her high income to focus on the audition. Jingjing, a petite girl with exceptional proportions, has dedicated herself to training and preparation, even seeking blessings from temples and using lucky crystals to increase her chances of being selected. The final selection is scheduled for July 27, 2024, after online voting from July 7 to 13. Jingjing's devoted fans have been rallying support for her, showcasing the intense competition and excitement surrounding the audition process.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Straits Forum opened in Xiamen today. Vice Chairman of the Kuomintang Lien Chan stated in his speech that 'as a genuine Taiwanese, one can also be a proud Chinese.' Lien Chan, whose ancestors originated from Fujian and migrated to Taiwan 300 years ago, emphasized the importance of peaceful cross-strait relations and mutual friendship, highlighting the Kuomintang's historical stance on the '1992 Consensus' and opposition to Taiwan independence as the basis for equal exchanges with the mainland to promote a win-win peace. He also called for cherishing the hard-won peace opportunities and jointly facing various challenges on the path towards peace and mutual benefits for both sides.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers continues to evolve in hitting and base-running this season without pitching, accumulating 17 home runs and 15 stolen bases so far, aiming to challenge the astonishing record of '30 homers, 30 steals' in a single season. If successful, he will become the third player in Dodgers history to achieve this feat, marking the fourth occurrence overall. Ohtani's performance this season shows great potential for breaking records and becoming a focus of fan attention.
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Reported about 1 year ago
國產遊戲《活俠傳》在Steam上市後因無法自由存檔而遭受大多負評，開發團隊為改善遊戲體驗，迅速推出更新，加入自動存檔功能。許多玩家因無法近距離讀檔而感到困擾，使整體評價轉趨負面，但更新後加入了戰前自動存檔，受到玩家好評。
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Reported about 1 year ago
President Tsai Ing-wen attended the commissioning ceremony of the Coast Guard ship 'Yunlin' for the first time since taking office, emphasizing the increasing pressure faced by coast guard personnel due to pressure from powerful forces. The ceremony took place at the National Ocean Day event in Kaohsiung, where the ship was open for public viewing, showcasing its advanced facilities including a surgery room, negative pressure isolation ward, helicopter landing pad, and enhanced search and rescue capabilities. President Tsai highlighted the importance of strong support from the people for coast guard personnel amidst growing challenges.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Wang Yangming, along with Zhang Huaiqiu, Wang Xuan, and Lin Zhen, promoted the singing performance of 'Gangsters' on the program 'Hunger Games' where Xu Mengzhe also mentioned having acted in 'Gangsters,' surprising the hosts. Xu Mengzhe explained the unique circumstances surrounding his role, jokingly referring to himself as a 'specialist in receiving lunchboxes.' Wang Yangming and Zhang Huaiqiu's appearance on the show included them leading a basketball shooting game and rowing tire boats, showcasing their physical endurance and humorous interactions. The episode will air on CTV's 'Hunger Games' and can be viewed on CTi Entertainment Channel the following Saturday night.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to reports, YouTube is testing new anti-ad blocking technology to prevent ad blockers, by loading ads directly onto the server-side rendering ad blockers useless. The official indirectly confirmed the existence of this new technology. Some video creators worry this technology may affect the timeline feature, disrupting the viewing experience. YouTube's ongoing efforts to combat ad blockers have led to user backlash, but their Premium subscriptions surpassed 100 million users, indicating some success in combating ad blockers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former US President Donald Trump celebrated his 78th birthday on June 14 in Florida with 5000 loyal supporters, where the cake hinted at a possible 2024 victory as the 47th president. However, CNN discovered at a Republican rally that many Trump supporters view the US not as a democratic nation but as a republic, possibly influenced by pro-Trump media narratives. Experts suggest this brainwashing may aim to undermine democracy and empower Trump if he were to return to office.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On May 19, the online broadcast of 'WPN National Public Trial' discussed the theme 'Fiscal Justice as Taiwan's Most Lacking Soft Power,' emphasizing the importance of Taiwan's tax system reform and the need for the new government to uphold conscience in governance to protect people's basic rights. The event aimed at providing reform suggestions, emphasizing the importance of maintaining people's freedom and property rights, developing timely tax policies, and safeguarding basic rights. The discussion covered various issues in Taiwan's tax system and highlighted the urgency for reform and protecting people's rights and interests.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Costco, the global consumers' choice, is known for its large discounted items and comprehensive after-sales service, garnering many loyal customers in Taiwan. However, a 10-year Costco employee expressed difficulty in earning money and facing bullying from senior colleagues, advising against joining Costco for employment. While some netizens criticized the post, others pointed out similar issues in most companies. The post highlighted advantages like fixed working hours and overtime pay, but drawbacks included low wages unable to support families and challenges in promotion due to favoritism and bullying from senior employees. The post received mixed reactions, with some agreeing with the employee's concerns while others defended Costco's benefits and criticized the employee for staying despite the issues.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Yahoo News (real-time news) updated on June 15, 2024, at 3:10 a.m. Temperatures skyrocketed across Taiwan with the highest reaching over 40 degrees Celsius. The Central Weather Bureau issued continuous high-temperature alerts due to the hot weather influenced by the descending southwest winds. Taitung County experienced scorching temperatures with a high probability of extreme highs, while eleven other areas, including Taipei City and New Taipei City, were on high-temperature alert. Residents were advised to take precautions against the heat, stay hydrated, and limit outdoor activities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Council of Agriculture recently shared on their Facebook page about the origins and cooking methods of wax apples in Taiwan, a fruit that foreigners love for its unique taste and texture. The post introduced various ways of enjoying wax apples, such as making jam, dried fruit, or candied snacks, as well as cooking them in soup or adding them to salads, sparking discussions among netizens about the versatility of wax apples.
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Reported about 1 year ago
俄罗斯总统普京14日突然表示愿与乌克兰进行停火谈判，但要求乌克兰放弃加入北约并从俄国吞并的领土上撒军。乌克兰总统泽连斯基称普京的提议根本是希特勒的「最后通牒」，引发两国紧张关系。普京的停火提议被认为是为贬低和平会谈价值而发表。
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to Potter King, China is inviting 10 Taiwanese internet celebrities to visit China for free to film, as a part of their cultural warfare against Taiwan. After the news broke, internet users pointed out that beauty blogger Gina, with over 53,000 Instagram followers and 69,000 YouTube subscribers, visited Chengdu in March and even met with Chinese YouTuber Three Mud Piles. Gina has not responded to the speculation, but her travel companion clarified that the trip was purely for authentic hot pot and spent an extra 5,000 for the journey. The timing of Gina's visit has raised suspicions among netizens, in light of Potter King's recent revelations about Chinese influence operations on Taiwanese internet celebrities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Following the completion of legislative reforms, tensions between political parties in the Legislative Yuan have not subsided but have escalated to discussions about recalling legislators. Former DPP legislator Kao Chia-yu stated on a TVBS political talk show that to achieve a successful recall, a legislator must meet the criteria of having high hatred value and sufficient legitimacy. She pointed out that KMT legislator Xu Qiaoxin, who has the highest hatred value among the Green Party, is the most likely target. With ongoing conflicts and the possibility of recall battles looming, various legislators from both KMT and DPP have been named as potential targets, including Wu Sui-yao, Huang Chieh, and Wu Pei-yi from the DPP, and Xu Qiaoxin, Wang Hung-wei, and Yeh Yuan-chih from the KMT.
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Reported about 1 year ago
羅大佑希望透過新單曲〈地球母親〉喚起對地球環境議題的關注，並反思永續發展的生活環境留給下一代。這首共同創作作品耗時2年完成，展現對於作品的堅持。在疫情期間，他的創作熱情再次燃起，未來將推出一系列關於地球永續的作品，期許每個人都能為地球做出微小改變，讓後代子孫能享有美好的地球。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Starting from June 15, the Chinese Maritime Police have implemented the third order allowing the detention of foreign individuals suspected of violating immigration regulations for up to 60 days, as well as the seizure of foreign vessels illegally entering territorial waters, leading to tensions in the South China Sea. Demonstrators outside the Chinese Embassy in Manila clashed with police holding shields, expressing opposition to China's fishing ban and the new regulations by the Maritime Police. Meanwhile, the Philippine government representative criticized China as the real invader who has no right to arrest anyone, especially Filipino fishermen in the Philippines' exclusive economic zone. Before the enforcement of the third order, the Chinese Navy dispatched a formation including missile destroyers to conduct exercises in the South China Sea, escalating tensions with nearby countries like the Philippines.
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Reported about 1 year ago
TWICE's member Momo inadvertently caused a stir during her promotion for fellow member Nayeon, using the wrong word that shifted the focus and left netizens first shocked and then entertained with comments like 'MOMO will be teased by members for a lifetime.' Although Momo later corrected the mistake and changed the content, the incident continued to spark discussions among netizens, with many finding it humorous.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Since the listing of the Yuanta Taiwan Value High Dividend ETF (00940) in April, the stock has been continuously trading below its issue price until this week when it rose back to 10 yuan. An investor decided to sell her 5 shares of 00940 at a profit of 992 yuan, leading to surprise among other investors who commented, 'Bought loneliness,' and questioned her decision to exit before receiving dividends. The stock market closed higher yesterday and ETFs like 00940 also saw gains, with the stock opening at 10 yuan and closing at 10.03 yuan, maintaining stability without falling back below 10 yuan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
在針對國會改革案的激烈攻防中，民進黨推出ChatDPP聊天機器人卻被指狂吐不利於綠營的內幕，導致立法院的朝野對峙更激烈。此舉被國民黨立委羅智強指責，ChatDPP在回應有關國會改革的問題時似乎打臉了民進黨，導致外界議論紛紛。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Hsinchu's most beautiful village chief, Ho Chih-ning, encountered sexual harassment while traveling in Japan and bravely fought back by kicking the drunk man's private parts and immediately seeking help from the Japanese police. Ho Chih-ning emphasized the importance of handling such situations calmly and reporting any physical harassment promptly, encouraging young women to stay in crowded areas. Despite the incident leaving a lasting impact on her, Ho Chih-ning hopes to never experience it again. Her actions have received praise and support from netizens following the incident.
Source: YAHOO