Reported over 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, the Taiwan High Prosecutors' Office and the Crime Victim Protection Association held a press conference to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the implementation of the Victim Rights Protection Law. Government officials and prosecutors highlighted the success of the new law in enhancing the protection of crime victims' rights and services, emphasizing the goal of continuous improvement in services to ensure no cases are overlooked and victims are properly supported. The achievements include increased handling of cases, enhanced victim protection measures, and a significant rise in compensation applications under the new law.
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Reported over 1 year ago
June 19, 2024 - The afternoon thunderstorms continue with high temperatures reaching 36 degrees Celsius. Two air pressure systems will affect the weather, with a chance for clear skies in the coming three days. Central and northern regions, as well as eastern areas and mountainous areas, will see scattered thunderstorms, while the southeast will experience more widespread rainfall due to moisture. The weather is expected to gradually improve next week, with varying levels of rain due to the influence of different air pressure systems.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, Yunlin County Government held a cross-agency coordination meeting for the military-civil joint air defense exercise 'Wannan No. 47' to integrate tasks and ensure the smooth completion of the exercise. With the increasing international tensions and recent provocations, the government emphasized the importance of enhancing public awareness of air defense and evacuation procedures. Various agencies and local organizations were urged to promote preparedness and disseminate information through multiple channels to ensure citizen safety. The public was also reminded to adhere to exercise regulations and cooperate with authorities during the upcoming exercise on July 22.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, the Legislative Yuan will be voting on the reconsideration of the administrative proposal for parliamentary reform legislation pushed by the Executive Yuan. Citizen groups returned to supervise outside the legislature today to protest against parliamentary abuse of power and called for 5,000 participants for the 'Bluebird Action', issuing seven warnings to the Kuomintang party not to ignore public opinion. The activities included speeches, forums, and chants focusing on rejecting democratic regression laws pushed by the opposition party.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A major power outage occurred in the Pingtung City area at 9:20 am on June 19th, affecting 1165 households due to a voltage regulator malfunction. Taipower Pingtung District explained that areas like Guangdong Road, Zhongshan Road, Ziyou Road, Taiyuan Road, and Chongde Road experienced a blackout at 7:41 pm, affecting a total of 1165 households. Emergency repairs were conducted, with power restored to 90% by 8:21 pm, while 62 households were still undergoing repairs.
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Reported over 1 year ago
藝人唐治平今日突然出现在三立电视台门口，跪下后迅速冲进电视台内，原因尚未明了。唐治平母亲本月3日被发现陈尸住家社区顶楼，但唐治平坚决否认那是自己的母亲，导致遗体被存放在殡仪馆冰柜超过14天。他表示根据衣服颜色、母亲脚部等原因否认身份，甚至表示若母亲失踪一个月将不排除报警。此举引发高度关注，唐治平在领取验尸证书后突然出现在三立电视台门口。
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Reported over 1 year ago
台北市大同區一名蘇姓直播主於11日停在路邊的特斯拉遭到潑漆砸損，警方鎖定兩名涉嫌犯案的男子，分別在新北、桃園逮捕，帶回大同分局釐清，疑因捲入合約糾紛而遭毀車。
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Reported over 1 year ago
Kris Jenner was spotted in Paris wearing the same colorful Chanel two-piece set that Blake Lively recently wore at Paris Fashion Week. The set, featuring purple, blue, and pink flowers and the iconic double-C logo, has become a popular choice among celebrities. This trend of wearing pajamas as fashionable outerwear has been embraced by stars like Kelly Ripa, Rihanna, Zendaya, and Chrissy Teigan, with the likes of Lively and Jenner leading the way.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The 6th Tang Prize was awarded to three scientists: Joel F. Habener, Svetlana Mojsov, and Jens Juul Holst for their discovery of GLP-1 (7-37) as an insulin-promoting factor and the development of anti-diabetic and anti-obesity drugs based on GLP-1 (7-37). Their groundbreaking research has led to the development of over 13 FDA-approved GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs, significantly benefiting millions of users worldwide. The discovery has not only revolutionized diabetes and obesity treatment but also paved the way for future advancements in healthcare.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Costco's pizza now only offers the 'Osaka Okonomiyaki' flavor, sparking discussions among customers who either love the new flavor or miss the classic 'Hawaiian Pizza'. Costco confirmed the change in offerings and mentioned that there are no definite plans yet for new flavors or the return of old ones. The limitation to one flavor is due to a shortage of ingredients, leading to frequent adjustments in the items available for sale. Customers have mixed reviews on the new 'Osaka Okonomiyaki Pizza' with some finding it delicious and others critiquing its texture, expressing hopes for the return of classic flavors or the addition of new ones.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Air Force cadet Xu Haoming's grandmother and mother were severely injured in a car accident in the US. Legislator Wang Dingyu and others visited Xu Haoming's father in Penghu on June 19 and presented a donation. Xu was studying at the US Air Force Academy and was set to graduate on May 30 but the accident occurred on May 25. Xu's mother is expected to return to Taiwan for further treatment on June 24. Legislators Wang Dingyu mentioned that over 40 million NTD have been raised for Xu's family for medical expenses.
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Reported over 1 year ago
GetYourGuide, an online marketplace for booking travel experiences, is hiring 'Ultimate Swiftie Tour Guides' to design and lead Taylor Swift-themed tours in New York City and London. Fans are invited to apply by posting a video on Instagram or TikTok explaining why they deserve the gig and tagging @GetYourGuide and #UltimateSwiftieGuide. The tours will explore locations mentioned in Swift's songs, providing a unique opportunity for fans to turn their knowledge into a paid side hustle.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, Taiwan's stock market surged by 452.11 points to a new closing high at 23209.54 points. The top 8 contributing stocks were all 'Old Huang Concept Stocks,' responsible for about 412 points out of the total gains, which accounted for 90% of the market increase. Among investors, there are concerns that only 4 major high-value stocks remain, with sentiments like 'small and medium-sized stocks are dead' as they observe the market dynamics heavily influenced by major players like Nvidia and TSMC.
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Reported over 1 year ago
From June 26, 7-ELEVEN in Taiwan will launch a collaboration between Hello Kitty and British fashion brand Ted Baker, offering over 40 new joint quality accessories including a 30cm piggy bank figurine and a telephone booth atmosphere lamp clock priced between 99 to 1,499 NTD. The collection features a mix of cute and elegant designs combining Hello Kitty's classic bow with Ted Baker's stylish touches like London landmarks and British cultural elements, catering to various lifestyle scenarios such as home, office, outdoor, and collection.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A 12-year-old girl named Xiaohan was rushed to the hospital after experiencing prolonged seizures triggered by the sound of her alarm clock. Diagnosed with Long QT Syndrome, a rare heart rhythm disorder, she was successfully treated with medication and regular monitoring, allowing her to return to school. The syndrome is caused by abnormal ion channels on the surface membrane of heart muscle cells, leading to potentially life-threatening irregular heartbeats. It is crucial to seek immediate medical attention in cases of unexplained fainting or seizures in children to prevent serious consequences.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, Dingxing Insurance's first 'Insurance × AI Technology, Creativity' future insurance wing - Quebao GPT Plus+ AI competition ended with National Taipei University of Science and Technology (NTUST) team winning the championship and taking home a prize of 200,000. Dingxing Insurance has been committed to empowering technology, promoting industry transformation and innovation, and the competition aimed to foster collaboration between AI and insurance, with NTUST team's project 'Business Assistant GPT' demonstrating potential applications in the insurance field for enhancing efficiency and establishing knowledge databases. Through such initiatives, Dingxing Insurance aims to bring new vitality and momentum to the insurance industry.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, the Blue and White parties jointly promoted a parliamentary empowerment law, with the Executive Yuan putting forth a 'reconsideration case' set for vote on the 21st. The civic group Blue Bird Action returned to the parliament from the 19th to the 21st, holding outdoor civic classes and aiming to rally hundreds of thousands of people to the streets. Despite heavy rain on the 19th, the Blue Birds raised placards scolding the 'blue and white misery' and criticized the performance of certain lawmakers. The aim of the three-day action is to mobilize people against the parliamentary empowerment law, with various activities and speeches planned to address Taiwan's democratic crisis.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The Taiwan Journalist Association has issued a 5-point declaration and 3-point appeal regarding the proposed amendment to the Satellite Broadcasting and Television Law by the Kuomintang and the People's Party. The proposed amendment includes allowing news stations to operate indefinitely without license renewal and continuing operations of previously suspended TV stations until litigation judgments are finalized. The association criticizes the Blue and White coalition for pushing a contradictory and absurd law with potentially severe consequences, claiming it would eliminate the mechanism for eliminating low-quality channels, benefit existing operators indefinitely, and greatly impact future cable TV news stations' content control.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 16th, Sun Peng and Di Ying's son Sun Anzuo caused a stir by taking out a gas gun at a nightclub. On June 19th, Taipei City Criminal Investigation Bureau searched Sun Anzuo's residence and found a black powder suspected to be gunpowder, a dagger, and a gas gun. Sun Peng hastily assembled a legal team including former chief prosecutor He Zushun and former judge Yu Dezheng to help his son. The recent incident has drawn attention due to Sun Anzuo's previous involvement in gun-related incidents and his high-profile development in cold weapons. Sun Peng and Di Ying remained calm as their residence was searched, with Di Ying posting a cryptic message on Facebook in response to the situation.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Popular band Mr. Moose and No Party for Cao Dong both nominated for 'Best Band' at the Golden Melody Awards this month, with Mr. Moose sharing their nomination excitement at a press conference on June 19. Lead singer Sheng Hao mentioned experiencing numbness due to inhaling too much dry ice on stage in the past, causing a scare of fainting from lack of oxygen. Despite the incident, they are gearing up for the awards and planning to celebrate with a meal after the event to maintain their best condition, as they typically only eat one meal a day and stick to coffee on ceremony days. The band expressed gratitude for each other's longtime support and understanding, highlighting the importance of their collective journey.
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Reported over 1 year ago
DIOR recently announced that Rihanna has been appointed as the official global ambassador for the J’adore perfume series, with a new promotional campaign set to start on September 1. Rihanna expressed her excitement to contribute to the brand with her background and story, aligning well with the powerful and independent image symbolized by the J’adore perfume. The CEO of DIOR's perfume and cosmetics division welcomed Rihanna's unique talents and charisma, stating that Monsieur Dior himself would surely admire her. Rihanna will collaborate with her long-time partner and friend, photographer and director Steven Klein, for the upcoming promotional activities starting on September 1.
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Reported over 1 year ago
台北市警方逮捕了6BET Poker Club 負責人與其他人員，指控他們以酒吧名義做非法賭博。隨後負責人小六被迫交保，聲稱經營的德州撲克賽事合法，並否認其與知名網紅滴妹、網紅撲克手查理有牽連。查理也在個人社群平台發聲澄清自己並非賭場老闆，僅參與直播節目經營，呼籲外界勿錯解。
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, at 9:08 AM, well-known YouTuber Joeman (real name Jung-Ming Weng) has received a deferred prosecution in the marijuana case. Last November, Joeman was arrested by the New Taipei City Criminal Brigade for suspected marijuana use and possession. After hair and urine tests showed no positive drug presence in his system, the using part was not prosecuted. However, the illegal possession was acknowledged, requiring Joeman to make a written confession and receive a deferred prosecution for a year. As part of the deferred prosecution, Joeman will be performing 100 hours of community service. Two others, Leila Ho and her husband Yutang, were also involved in the case, and similarly received deferred prosecution for possession and will serve 48 hours each of community service. The reconsideration requests by the Prosecutor General's Office were rejected, finalizing the deferred prosecutions for all three individuals involved.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Ms. Sally visited 【Cha Ji Noodle House】 on June 19, 2024, and highlighted their delicious century egg wonton noodles. The noodles are smooth and springy, the wontons are flavorful, and with the special spicy oil, it's no wonder there are long queues during meal times. The restaurant is often crowded, both for dine-in and takeout, but the food lives up to expectations with its tasty flavors. The address is 37 Wuxing Street, Xinyi District, Taipei City.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Hailey Bieber, pregnant with her first child with Justin Bieber, shared a photo on Instagram showing off her baby bump in a black bodysuit and matching shades under a brown trench coat, promoting her skincare brand's lip tint in a mirror selfie captioned 'Hot pink summer.' She previously celebrated two years of her brand with belly photos. The couple announced their pregnancy in May, with Hailey recently mentioning suffering from lower back pain during her pregnancy.
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