Reported 11 months ago
Taipei Film Festival has canceled Wang Xiaoshuai's invitation as a jury member for the international new director competition due to past controversies, following a public outcry over his involvement in the production of 'The Elephant Sitting Still' which led to the suicide of the award-winning director Hu Bo. The festival organizers issued a statement today apologizing for the decision and are looking for a new jury chairman. Wang Xiaoshuai, known for his work in the film industry, had been selected as the head of the jury panel, but the festival decided to retract the invitation to maintain the event's integrity and professionalism.
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Reported 11 months ago
A recent incident occurred in Kaohsiung Port where the 28,000-ton oil tanker 'Tongyun No.' collided with a breakwater upon departure, resulting in a large hole in the hull. Fortunately, no oil leakage has been reported so far. The tanker, carrying oil products, was inspected and deemed safe before being granted emergency entry into the port and is currently docked without any oil spill incidents. However, investigations are ongoing to determine responsibility, with measures being taken to prevent potential pollution in the port area.
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Reported 11 months ago
王瞳和梁佑南參加演員謝京穎在台北萬豪酒店舉辦的婚禮，祝福新人幸福。王瞳表示很開心為妹妹喜事助興，並分享希望新人能成為對方的神隊友，梁佑南則分享結婚32年的經驗，建議新人多替對方著想。其他賓客也當場送上祝福，包括黃瑄和曾子益。
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Reported 11 months ago
Taiwanese actress Lin Mei-hsiu, who has been in showbiz for 37 years and recently ventured into singing, was hospitalized for a week due to acquired hemophilia after overworking and losing 7 kilograms for her album release. At 57, she fulfilled her dream of releasing an album on her birthday, only to face health challenges. Lin Mei-hsiu expressed gratitude for medical care and emphasized the importance of health over career achievements.
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Reported 11 months ago
芝加哥NBC Sports報導，前Bulls名人堂前鋒Chet Walker去世享年84歲。Walker在NBA打了13個賽季，包括最後六個賽季與Bulls一同度過。在Bulls隊中，他四次入選全明星隊，平均每場比賽得分20.6分、籃板6.1個和助攻2.3個。在他效力期間，Bulls每年都進入季後賽。Walker在1972年對陣辛辛那提皇家隊時，打破了他的生涯紀錄，擊敗了當時的63分得分記錄。
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Reported 11 months ago
Entertainment News 9th June 2024, 12:50 AM: Chang Shuwei and Xie Jingying held their wedding today, with both new couples showing nervousness upon entering. They shared their emotional moments during the vow exchange and saying goodbye to parents.
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Reported 11 months ago
During the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, a conflict involving a Moroccan man allegedly assaulting a Taiwanese woman's chest led to a physical altercation with her European friends in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The incident occurred in the early morning hours, where a total of 5 foreign men engaged in a brawl, resulting in the chest assault suspect being pushed to the ground with injuries. Police units swiftly arrived at the scene to manage the situation. Witnesses reported that the conflict stemmed from the Moroccan man's harassment, which prompted the intervention of his European friends to protect the Taiwanese woman. The incident took place after the woman and her European friends had been drinking at a bar and then moved to a convenience store for a conversation, attracting attention due to the Dragon Boat Festival celebrations drawing many foreign visitors to Kaohsiung.
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Reported 11 months ago
In a road rage incident in Xinzhuang, New Taipei City, a truck driver blocked the road to buy betel nut, leading to a confrontation with a motorcyclist on the street involving pushing and shoving, with one person even brandishing a baseball bat. Nearby residents were frightened, but a woman managed to calm the situation before police arrived. Both the motorcyclist and the driver refused to press charges, but were fined for public disturbance. The conflict arose when the truck driver parked in front of a sidewalk, blocking the entrance, leading to a heated argument and physical altercation between the 64-year-old motorcyclist and the 29-year-old driver, resulting in minor injuries and bruises. The incident highlights the potential dangers and disruptions caused by road rage incidents.
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Reported 11 months ago
台北市大同區一間低調的傳統粽子店端午節前吸引人潮，但因人手不足改為北部粽限量販售，導致有民眾來遲無法購買。專家分享南北粽同樣食材但煮法有別，北部粽熱量較高，而南部粽熱量較低。建議熱量控制，一次最多食兩顆，分開吃避免消化問題。
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Reported 11 months ago
Around 2 p.m. on June 9, a 40-year-old restaurant famous for its chicken soup in Chiayi County caught fire for unknown reasons and was completely burned down, luckily without any injuries as it was not in operation at the time. The owner, faced with a fully booked establishment due to the Dragon Boat Festival, had to apologize to customers one by one after returning to the devastated scene early in the morning. Despite the fire's cause still being investigated, the owner vowed to rebuild and continue serving customers their beloved dishes.
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Reported 11 months ago
President Lai Qingde joined a Green Party legislator to enjoy ice alkaline rice dumplings during the Dragon Boat Festival, expressing his love for sweet treats and reminiscing about childhood memories. This friendly interaction comes in the midst of power shifts within the Democratic Progressive Party as President Tsai Ing-wen steps down. The upcoming party congress in July will see changes in party leadership dynamics, with a focus on maintaining key positions for different factions like the 'English faction.'
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Reported 11 months ago
As the Dragon Boat Festival approaches, the battle between Northern and Southern Zongzi intensifies. To distinguish between the two, it is said that 'Northern zongzi is steamed while Southern zongzi is boiled.' Some believe that the key to delicious Southern zongzi lies in the salted egg yolk, while others argue that the tastiness of Northern zongzi is due to the shrimp. Social Lab has organized the differences between the two types of zongzi in one image for easy understanding, highlighting variations in ingredients, wrapping leaves, and cooking methods. Additionally, statistics show more discussions and mentions of Southern zongzi compared to Northern zongzi.
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Reported 11 months ago
After North Korea launched another round of trash balloons towards South Korea, reaching approximately 330 balloons with 80 landing in South Korea since late last month, South Korea responded by resuming border loudspeaker broadcasts to deliver 'messages of light and hope' to North Korean people. The resumption of loudspeaker broadcasts marks a strategic move against North Korea's trash balloons, with South Korea aiming to convey positive messages amidst escalating tensions.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 9, 2024, a senior train conductor at the High-speed Rail was reported for evading an alcohol test, leading to disciplinary action against the supervisor who aided in the misconduct. The Taiwan High-speed Rail Company recently announced the penalties for the violators, with both the conductor and supervisor receiving demerits. A new mechanism has been introduced to prevent similar incidents from happening again by implementing multiple layers of supervision, including CCTV surveillance and a card verification system for alcohol testing before duty.
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Reported 11 months ago
Many people enjoy eating meat dumplings during the Dragon Boat Festival, but a netizen sparked a discussion by revealing that a single meat dumpling in Hsinchu is priced at 90 NT dollars, causing a stir after the post went viral. Netizens commented on the rising prices due to the increased cost of raw materials, with some humorously suggesting that the dumplings may contain AI-made fillings. This has led to a broader conversation about the escalating costs of traditional festival foods.
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Reported 11 months ago
Carter Verhaeghe of the Florida Panthers continued to deliver in crucial moments, opening the scoring in Game 1 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final with an early goal against the Edmonton Oilers. His performance highlighted his reputation as one of the best postseason players not only for the team but also in the NHL, with a history of game-winning goals in critical games. Despite facing challenges against the Oilers' top line, Verhaeghe's line with Barkov and Reinhart secured a 3-0 victory in Florida's first-ever lead in a Cup Final, showcasing his valuable contributions and ability to score when needed the most.
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Reported 11 months ago
A female tourist visiting the Yungang Grottoes scenic area in Datong, Shanxi, China was surprised to find a 'countdown timer' installed on the restroom door panel, causing heated discussions online. This timer displays the duration spent inside the restroom, leading to feelings of pressure among visitors as their privacy is compromised. The scenic area staff clarified that the timer was installed by a contractor not to control restroom usage but to ensure guest safety, with the additional benefit of relieving long queues in the female restrooms.
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Reported 11 months ago
Recently, an image of a temple fair poster circulated online, claiming that the Guan Sheng Emperor of Tainan's Yuzhi Wuxuantan will 'marry' the Heavenly Empress of Beishang-wei Luer Men Tianhou Temple, which has a history of over 360 years. The temple altered the name of the Heavenly Empress to 'Heavenly Guan Saint Mother' on the poster, sparking anger among followers for seemingly changing her identity. Despite the temple's explanation that it was a symbolic act during a temple activity, controversy continued, leading to the Tianhou Temple issuing a statement clarifying that the incident was not related to any marriage ceremony.
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Reported 11 months ago
A massage therapist surnamed Chen in Hsinchu was accused of sexual harassment by a former classmate 'Xiao Ling'. During the trial, Xiao Ling accused Chen of jumping on her and rubbing his lower body against her, but the judge found Chen's disability prevented him from jumping and deemed Xiao Ling's testimony inconsistent. The court acquitted Chen of all charges, emphasizing the importance of bodily autonomy and the need for respect in such cases.
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Reported 11 months ago
台中市豐原區一名43歲男子在凌晨3時左右在住宅內舉槍自盡，頭部中彈送醫搶救仍宣告不治。初步調查顯示男子疑有債務問題，警方仍在調查中。
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Reported 11 months ago
Renowned singer Celine Dion revealed her battle with the rare neurological condition Stiff Person Syndrome, which has forced her to halt her singing career due to its severe impact on her vocal abilities. Dion shared her condition and emotional journey in a recent NBC interview, marking her first public discussion about the illness since being diagnosed in 2022, expressing concerns about her uncertain return to performing. The syndrome causes symptoms like severe muscle spasms and stiffness, leading to vocal limitations, and Dion now undergoes treatment weekly to address various bodily areas affected by the disease, making her unsure about her future in the music industry.
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Reported 11 months ago
In the early hours of June 9, a residential building in Wufeng District, Taichung City, suddenly caught fire, causing panic among residents. Fortunately, the Taichung City fire brigade quickly responded and extinguished the fire within 30 minutes, evacuating 22 residents safely. While no casualties were reported, around 17 electric scooters and motorcycles were completely destroyed. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 9, 2024, in the early hours of the morning, former President Tsai Ing-wen was seen feeding her beloved dogs using chopsticks. She shared photos of two retired guide dogs, Bunny and Maru, emphasizing the importance of post-graduation life that allows her more time to spend with her family and 'fur kids'. Tsai expressed gratitude towards her pets for being by her side since her presidency and encouraged people to cherish their time together during the long weekend by dining out, traveling, staying in touch, and showing care to loved ones.
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Reported 11 months ago
Starting from the 10th, both gasoline and diesel prices in Taiwan will be raised by 0.1 yuan per liter. The price adjustments will lead to 92 unleaded gasoline at 29.3 yuan per liter, 95 unleaded gasoline at 30.8 yuan per liter, 98 unleaded gasoline at 32.8 yuan per liter, and super diesel at 26.8 yuan per liter. This increase is due to the initiation of the dual stabilization mechanism and will be absorbed by 1.5 yuan and 2.8 yuan respectively for gasoline and diesel prices.
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Reported 11 months ago
On the annual Dragon Boat Festival, it's customary to send zongzi to loved ones. However, there are taboos associated with this practice. A fortune-teller warned against sending zongzi 'strung together,' as one person's negligence in this regard led to tragedies within the family. Apart from this taboo, it's believed that zongzi with lye should not be given within a year of a family member's passing. Experts advise following these customs to avoid misfortune.
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