Reported about 1 year ago
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Reported about 1 year ago
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Taichung City's Tanzi District, a 73-year-old grandfather, while on his way to take his 11-year-old granddaughter to school, tragically died in a car accident involving a trailer truck. The grandfather had been accompanying the girl to school for five years. The girl survived with injuries, including bone fractures, and had to undergo surgery. The family, devastated by the loss, highlighted the strong bond between the grandfather and granddaughter. The incident has left them all deeply saddened.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A man surnamed Lu from Tainan, who graduated from a prestigious university's chemistry department, imported 600 kilograms of drug precursor chemicals disguised as normal chemical products from China into Taiwan in early 2024. The chemicals were identified as precursor materials for the Class IV drug 'Meow Meow'. The operation was intercepted by the Taipei Customs and promptly dealt with. Lu, along with two other suspects, were detained. The total weight of the seized materials reached 607.2 kilograms and could potentially be worth NT$400 million as finished drugs. Investigations are ongoing for further details and handling of the case under anti-drug strategies in Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Keelung Port busted a cannabis smuggling case with a market value exceeding 140 million New Taiwan Dollars. A drug syndicate illegally smuggled cannabis flowers from Thailand in mid-January by falsely declaring them as car parts for import, and then, with the help of accomplices, dismantled the container to transport drugs. The whole scheme was unveiled during customs inspection at Keelung Customs Office, leading to the arrest of two suspects while one main suspect named Chen is still on the run, with an arrest warrant issued. The case involved seizing 131.3 kilograms of cannabis flowers estimated at 140 million NTD in value. Prosecutors explained that during a routine cargo examination by Keelung Customs, a large quantity of cannabis flowers were discovered hidden in a container declared as car parts from Thailand, with a net weight of approximately 131.3 kilograms and a market value exceeding 140 million NTD. The case remains under investigation to dismantle drug trafficking activities aimed at guarding public health as part of the government's anti-drug efforts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to the Presidential Office, a Chinese man named Ruan drove the speedboat 'Hongjin' from Fujian Province to Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf without our side being aware of it for 50 minutes, raising concerns about national security vulnerabilities. The Presidential Office stated that they have a good grasp of the situation and will discuss follow-up actions with relevant agencies. They also plan to strengthen maritime border security by understanding similar situations regionally and enhancing cooperation. This incident has sparked significant attention and will be thoroughly investigated.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan Mobile has launched the first 5G smart track application integration platform in Kaohsiung Light Rail, in collaboration with the Ministry of Transportation, Kaohsiung City Government, and Kaohsiung Rapid Transit Corporation, aiming to enhance work efficiency by 50% and achieve 90% accuracy in AI-detected track foreign objects. The project involves the introduction of 5G standalone network architecture in Kaohsiung Light Rail, integrating track communication, data, and applications, with officials and industry representatives witnessing the digital transformation of the light rail system. Through the implementation of five major technological applications, including AI track detection and management services, Taiwan Mobile's intelligent traffic solutions are expected to greatly benefit Kaohsiung's digital transformation and boost the city's smart industry development.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At a media event for the upcoming film 'I Want to Be with You', actors Huang Hongxuan, Lin Yingtong, Xi Weilun, and Tu Shancun, who all played high school students in the movie, reminisced about their past popularity on the old 'Nameless Station' website. Huang Hongxuan shared his nickname 'Baby' due to his height, while Xi Weilun revealed she was called 'Zhu Mie' in the past as she changed surnames. Huang also jokingly referred to Tu Shancun as 'Bearded Brother' due to Tu's hormone levels. The film will premiere on July 5th.
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Reported about 1 year ago
President Lai Ching-te officially approved the reconsideration proposed by the Executive Yuan, and issued a mobilization order to hold preaching activities nationwide, starting this week from Hualien and the six municipalities. This was in response to Kuomintang Chairman Chu Li-lun's call for hundreds of explanatory meetings, with the first stop in Tainan. Both blue and green camps are actively gearing up as the reconsideration vote is scheduled for June 18, with intensified preaching activities in a race for more support beyond their base.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Chinese national drove a speedboat into the Tamsui River, raising concerns about a major national security loophole. The Director of National Security Bureau, Tsai Ming-yan, mentioned that actions on coastal defense strategies and case clarification have been discussed in the National Security Council meeting. The Presidential Office spokesperson, Kuo Ya-hui, stated that the National Security team is fully aware of the situation and is discussing follow-up measures with relevant authorities. They have also reviewed and reinforced coastal radar installations, aerial and maritime patrols, identification of fishing vessels, and continuous personnel training to enhance maritime border security amid similar potential threats.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan Port Company has announced the implementation of the 113th year 'Port Industry Digital Transformation Incentive Program,' with applications accepted until December 31, 113. The total incentive amount is NT$40 million, and individual case rewards have been increased to NT$8 million. Port operators within the Taiwan International (Domestic) Commercial Port operating in areas such as cargo transportation, loading/unloading, and storage services are welcome to apply. The company aims to drive the digital transformation of Taiwan's port industry by injecting innovative thinking and proposing smart solutions. With the recent trend of AI technology combined with the Internet of Things, the company's 'Taiwan Port Group Trans-SMART 2.0⁺ Upgrade Plan' aims to create new digital services in port operations and develop a blueprint for the country's port digitalization. The company has been encouraging digital innovation through incentive programs since 110, with a 100% approval rate for 12 cases in 112, totaling NT$340 million in assistance for digital application introduction. By increasing individual case rewards and promoting technology integration, the company aims to accelerate the digitalization of Taiwan's ports and enhance overall operational efficiency.
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Reported about 1 year ago
中國知名演員胡歌六年後再次造訪台灣，受邀參加「對話青年」講座，活動結束後直接返回下榻飯店。胡歌在台灣停留不到24小時，將於明天離台，行程緊湊。
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Reported about 1 year ago
胡歌在來台參加《對話青年》活動中以湖水綠西裝現身，表示想帶家人來台灣欣賞美景和美食，分享與新導演合作的感受並強調年輕導演眼界國際化，並提到對於低潮的處理方式，他認為人生不是一帆風順，要接受挑戰並成長，無需苛求自己堅強樂觀，生活的殘酷需要面對。
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Reported about 1 year ago
German energy company Uniper announced that a tribunal in Stockholm has awarded it over 13 billion euros in damages for gas that Russia's Gazprom failed to supply since 2022. The tribunal also ruled that Uniper has the right to terminate long-term gas supply contracts with Gazprom Export. After the German government nationalized Uniper due to Russia's gas supply cuts in 2022, Uniper had to buy gas at higher prices. Although the ruling is final, Uniper expressed doubts on the actual payment of compensation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Ruan Qinghua, Deputy Minister of Finance, reaffirmed that the new youth housing policy is aimed at helping young people buy their first homes. Despite concerns about market manipulation, Ruan stated that the policy is beneficial and that the government is actively monitoring and addressing any misuse issues to ensure its effectiveness. Official statistics show that the policy accounts for a low percentage of overall housing credit balances, minimizing its impact on the real estate market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 12, 2024, the Director of the National Security Bureau, Tsai Ming-yan, confirmed during a legislative session that the National Security Council held an immediate cross-agency coordination meeting in response to a Mainland speedboat directly entering the Tamsui Port. Chaired by Secretary-General Wu Zhaoxie, the President's Office also affirmed discussing and advancing response measures regarding the incident. This incident stirred national security concerns, prompting discussions on strengthening coastal radar, air and sea surveillance, and enhancing maritime border security in the face of potential disturbances.
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Reported about 1 year ago
欧洲委员会周三表示，将对从中国进口的电动车征收高达38.1%的临时关税，可能引发中国的报复措施。多家汽车制造商和各方代表对此提出了不同的看法和评论，担心这一决定可能导致全球贸易冲突并损害汽车行业的利益。由于欧盟的反补贴调查仍在进行中，专家对欧盟加征关税的措施和未来影响提出不同观点。中国的一些制造商表示强烈反对这种贸易保护主义的做法，强调将密切关注形势并根据对业务最有利的利益做出决策。
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Reported about 1 year ago
台北士林地院進行SBL假球案審理，多名被告如吳季穎、柯旻豪出庭，其中證人周暐宸在庭上翻供稱之前的供詞是因太緊張而錯誤。另一證人吳祐任則在問答過程中多次以「拒絕作證」回應，並表示曾有借錢給吳季穎的情況。這場密集的審理將繼續進行，涉及更多人出庭。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 9th, a mainland Chinese man who used to be a PLA ship captain drove a speedboat into the Tamsui River. The Coast Guard Administration spent nearly 500 million NT dollars on a high-tech surveillance system, but it failed to prevent the intrusion. Ma Wenjun criticized that merely punishing the grassroots is not sufficient to address the issue, highlighting the loopholes in the system and the Coast Guard's response to the incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A jury has found US President's son Hunter Biden guilty of illegal gun possession on June 12, 2024, marking the first time a sitting president's child faced a trial. The charges include illegally possessing a firearm in 2018 while being a drug user and lying about drug use on a gun-purchase form. Despite facing up to 25 years in prison, due to lack of prior convictions, Hunter Biden may receive a lighter sentence. Following the verdict, President Biden altered his schedule to meet with his son, expressing love and support for him. The Democrats emphasized that the ruling demonstrates the justice system's fairness and rejected claims of a political witch hunt against the Bidens.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Wall Street saw the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting new record highs as investors were encouraged by milder consumer prices, indicating a slowdown in inflation and potential rate cuts by the Federal Reserve later this year. Dow e-minis were up 0.89%, S&P 500 e-minis up 0.85%, and Nasdaq 100 e-minis up 0.92% at 9:32 a.m. ET, reflecting positive market sentiment. This positive trend was attributed to cooling inflation, which raised hopes for future economic policy adjustments by the Federal Reserve.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Famous Chinese actor Hu Ge made his first visit to Taiwan since the pandemic, engaging in an inspiring dialogue with Taiwanese young creators. Hu Ge shared his rich experiences in the entertainment industry, encouraged young directors to pursue their dreams, and revealed his secret to overcoming pressure. He also discussed his acting process, emphasized the collaborative nature of filmmaking, and praised the intricate filmmaking style of director Wong Kar-wai.
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Reported about 1 year ago
德國科技集團Robert Bosch表示將考慮將特定部門公開上市，以探索併購的融資方式，儘管不會將核心汽車供應商業務或整體集團上市。執行長Stefan Hartung表示，Bosch已經擁有數十億歐元債券發行者的豐富資本市場專業知識。他指出Bosch是個擁有超過900億歐元（970億美元）營收的大型企業，需要所有的資本市場技巧。該公司為了在美國這個市場上取得成長，正著手競爭收購美國Johnson Controls International價值超過60億美元的暖通空調資產。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 12, 2024, at 6:16 AM, Della Ding sadly announced the passing of her 14-year-old dog, Mousey, expressing deep grief and longing, as she was very attached to her canine companion. Ding viewed Mousey as a child and shared a strong bond with her pet, feeling the void left by her absence. She nostalgically recalled the everyday sounds and moments with Mousey, cherishing the memories and expressing gratitude for Mousey's presence throughout her life.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to a report in the People's Daily on June 12, 2024, the Hsinchu City Government strongly refuted recent claims made by a Green Party councilor regarding the baseball field soil, clarifying that samples were taken on May 31, 112 and sent to a professional laboratory in the United States last year, with results matching those of soil sampled on July 13, 112. The soil did not meet drainage standards, contained fine dust particles, and was too compact, posing an increased risk of injury to players. The city government has been evaluating improvement measures based on expert recommendations to bring the field up to standards for professional, park, school, and leisure facilities.
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