Reported about 1 year ago
Following the Executive Yuan's reconsideration of the legislative expansion law passed by the Legislative Yuan and the subsequent approval by the Presidential Office, DPP and KMT will engage in nationwide talks to dialogue with the public, while the People First Party proposes 3 TV debates instead of street campaigns. Ke Chien-ming of DPP criticizes this move, emphasizing the lack of proper discussion in the Legislative Yuan committees and inter-party negotiations, questioning why a TV debate is only proposed now. Ke urges the People First Party not to shift focus and instead explain to their supporters why debates have been avoided, deeming it more practical and questioning the ability of the People First Party to debate.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
During a questioning session at the Legislative Yuan on June 12, 2024, DPP lawmaker Lin Chuyin expressed worry over the handling of Chinese smuggling cases in Taiwan. She pointed out that the lenient punishment for smuggling had raised national security risks, urging for higher penalties to act as a deterrent. Lin also called for improved cooperation between various government agencies for enhanced security measures. The incident involving a Chinese man crashing a speedboat into the Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf was mentioned, reflecting a series of calculated provocations by China towards Taiwan, including incursions in the M503 air route and drone activities on Kinmen Island. Security officials highlighted the increasing trend of such grey-zone provocations initiated by the Chinese Communist Party, requiring coordinated responses for maritime security and law enforcement.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Show Lo, who will mark his 30th anniversary since debut, will release a new album titled 'Dance Scholar' on his birthday in July. Show Lo took on the roles of A&R producer, music director, and participated in songwriting and music production for 6 tracks on the album, showcasing his journey towards becoming an all-around musician. The album features songs from the past 3 years, including collaborations with newcomer Miu Sakamoto, as well as 4 new songs. Show Lo expressed his hope that the album will bring positive energy to the listeners and fans.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In today's fast-paced modern society, many seek solace and guidance for their souls amidst daily life stresses. This special recommendation features the brand 'Angel’s Love. L', aiming to guide individuals towards inner peace through positive energy and unconditional love, enabling deep soul communication, self-improvement, and enhancement of wealth and romantic opportunities. Founded in 2020, 'Angel’s Love. L' offers personalized energy healing and consultations without reliance on traditional birth data, providing effective healing experiences visible after just one session. Clients worldwide have praised their services, recommending them to others. The founder emphasizes authenticity and believes in guiding individuals towards becoming better through simplicity, directness, and personal growth, inviting interested individuals to explore their social media for genuine reviews. Their online services cater to a global audience, offering targeted guidance whether for wealth or romance enhancement, promising a new spiritual journey of self-discovery and positivity. Visit the provided link for more information.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During a legislative committee session, Taiwanese legislator Lo Chih-chiang criticized the Ministry of Justice for the lack of punishment despite 7255 cases of potential breaches of investigation confidentiality between 2019 and the end of 2023. He raised concerns about the Ministry's push for the 'Four Laws Against Fraud,' allowing monitoring of the internet without prior court approval or notifying the monitored individuals, highlighting risks of privacy violations in the 'Investigation Transparency' era. He urged for the institutionalization of 'Investigation Confidentiality' to protect individuals' rights and establish legal remedies.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Keelung, Taiwan, a bus leaking oil along a road resulted in 10 people falling and getting injured, including a male delivery rider who broke 7 ribs. Netizens criticized the city government for delayed response in cleaning the oil stains. The mayor mentioned that the cause was an old bus leaking oil and promised to replace old buses promptly. Environmental teams were dispatched to clean the oil stains, but only minimal improvements were made. The police are investigating the incident and have urged the public to report any road hazards for immediate action.
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Reported about 1 year ago
張信哲透露最佳保養喉嚨秘訣是一週只演唱一場，並表示此為他的極限，希望保持最佳狀態。由於張學友感染呼吸道融合病毒取消小巨蛋演唱會，張信哲表示可惜。未來他將挑戰鳥巢10萬人場地，而台灣演唱會則可能延至明年舉行。
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Reported about 1 year ago
A parent complained that a new traffic director at a kindergarten is selective in helping students, only opening car doors for those in luxury vehicles while ignoring those on foot or in non-imported cars, criticizing them as being 'too superficial'. The parent expressed frustration as the director would not assist in carrying bags, contrasting this behavior with hastiness shown towards luxury car parents. Various opinions emerged online, with some noting the lack of equivalence in treatment, while others justified the director's actions as aiming to ensure smooth traffic flow or promote independence in children.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The parliament reform bill was passed in the Legislative Yuan, but the Executive Yuan raised an objection which the President approved, extending the battle over the reform. The DPP, KMT, and other parties are mobilizing across Taiwan, while the People First Party suggests hosting 3 TV debates. Ko Chien-Ming, DPP caucus leader, criticized the lack of proper negotiations in the Legislative Yuan committees and urged the People First Party to explain why they have been blocking discussions all along. The bill has sparked a cross-party showdown, with the Executive Yuan raising 7 solid reasons for the objection. The process involves discussions followed by a vote likely to take place on the 18th, with TV debates suggested as a replacement for public speeches.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In a special feature by Yahoo on June 12, 2024, the article introduces 'Papaya Road Driving,' a driving school in northern Taiwan founded in 2019 that focuses on providing professional road driving training to help individuals drive confidently and safely. Headed by Coach Cao Liwen, the school aims to elevate Taiwan's traffic culture, enhance road safety, and help individuals overcome driving fears through specialized programs tailored to each student's needs. With a fleet of Toyota VIOS vehicles equipped for safety and comfort, personalized one-on-one lessons include basic driving, parking, urban and rural roads, and highways, ensuring students gain confidence and skills. For those seeking a trusted driving instructor in the north, 'Papaya Road Driving' is recommended for its comprehensive and tailored training.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to a FTNN report on June 12, 2024, Xu Qiaoxin, a Kuomintang legislator, revealed during questioning in the Legislative Yuan's Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee that the Democratic Progressive Party referred to a report from a subsidiary during a party meeting on May 27. Chunghwa Telecom clarified that the subsidiary has separate data centers, denying any sharing of customer data, amid accusations of data leakage. DPP legislators pressed for answers, highlighting the need for transparency and warning against baseless smearing tactics.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
As the Athletics consider relocating to Las Vegas, they defend their decision to potentially bring in outside investors for the remaining $1.1 billion needed after public subsidies. While the A's owner expressed a willingness to cover costs independently, they highlighted the common practice in sports stadiums construction by referring to the Golden State Warriors and San Francisco Giants, who privately financed their own venues. The A's plan to secure final financing for the new stadium before construction begins in 2023, aiming for completion by the 2028 MLB season.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 12, 2024, a Shopee seller advises buyers to use the Shopee chat to inquire without saying 'thank you' in response, revealing that sellers who don't reply immediately will lower the 'chat performance' score. Politeness is essential in life, but some Shopee sellers find it troublesome when buyers thank them as it adds to their workload. Netizens were surprised by this impact, with some saying they will be less polite in the future. Shopee platform regulations also recommend sellers respond to all chat messages within 12 hours to maintain chat response rates.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 12, 2024, the Taiwan stock market opened at 21841 points and surged to 22048 points driven by TSMC, with TSMC reaching a record high of 909 NTD and market capitalization exceeding 23 trillion NTD. TSMC hit a peak intraday price of 914 NTD before closing at 909 NTD. Amid expectations of the Federal Reserve maintaining interest rates and adjustments in predicted rate cuts for 2024, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed down at 38747.42 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new highs propelled by Apple's AI project announcement.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
A private shrine, Wu Xuan Altar, caused controversy by depicting 'Guan-Gong marrying Ma-Zu,' leading to legal action by Lu-Er-Men Tian Hou Temple. Despite previous statements denying Wu Xuan Altar's 'Heavenly Empress Ma-Zu' as a split deity from the temple, it's now confirmed that the Ma-Zu statue at Wu Xuan Altar is indeed a split deity from the temple, with misjudgment attributed to a high base stand. The altar adorned Ma-Zu with 'Heavenly Empress Guan-Gong's' sash, causing significant backlash. The temple's management committee expressed outrage, demanding a public apology and warning of possible legal action if not received seriously.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
During the TSMC shareholder meeting on June 4, Chairman Morris Chang retired. The Taiwan stock market surged by 256 points on June 12, and TSMC's stock price broke the NT$900 mark for the first time, reaching a historical high with a market cap of NT$23.47 trillion. Digital creator Hsu Mei-hua disclosed that before retiring, former TSMC Chairman Morris Chang advised everyone to 'buy TSMC,' and the stock surged by 8.7% from NT$839 at the meeting's close on June 4 to NT$912 by June 12 afternoon. Following Chang's advice, an investor could have earned over NT$70,000 in just four trading days, leaving many impressed.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
中壢市昨日發生一起16人次的打群架事件，起因於男女在網路上互相挑釁，隨後相約談判並各自攜帶人員到場，導致衝突。警方快打部隊幫助壓制，共逮捕了16名涉案人士，其中包括22歲何男、28歲蕭女等人。案件涉及妨害秩序和傷害罪，已移送法辦。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
KKday and UNI Air have jointly launched the 'Fun Hualien Summer Price' promotion, offering complimentary accommodation, experiences, car rentals, or day tours when purchasing one-way tickets between Songshan and Hualien or Hualien and Songshan. The Tourism Bureau is also providing incentives for independent travelers staying at eligible Hualien accommodations during the 'Revitalize Hualien Post-Earthquake Reward Travel' program until September 30, allowing for subsidizes of NT$1,000 on weekdays and NT$500 on weekends per room. Various Hualien accommodations and online platforms are offering discounts to help travelers save money, including KKday's exclusive promotion where passengers can choose from a range of offers starting at NT$1,781, in addition to discounts on local activities like whale watching, river tracing, and more.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
A male from Mainland China named Ruan drove a boat into Tamsui River on June 9, shouting that he wishes to defect to the Republic of China. National Security Bureau Director Tsai Ming-yan stated the individual has a background in the PLA, and his motives are being investigated. The Mainland China Taiwan Affairs Office mentioned that the male's actions are personal and upon his return to Mainland China, he will be penalized. This incident, which has sparked concerns among the Taiwanese public, is being closely monitored by the government for any potential threats.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwanese Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) New Taipei City Councilor Zhuo Guanting revealed that false messages spreading rumors of a missile base being set up in Yunlin Tiger Tail before the elections originated from China. DPP legislator Shen Boyang stated that China extensively collects Taiwan's information for use in various scenarios, including warfare and elections. National Security Bureau Director Tsai Mingyan noted China's increasingly detailed intervention in Taiwan's elections. The incident involved the company 'Shanghai Chuanglan Yunzhi Co., Ltd.' purchasing phone numbers to spread misinformation, underscoring China's continuous efforts to disrupt Taiwan's society and elections.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
台灣基進黨成員吳欣岱批評YouTuber「館長」陳之漢後遭起訴求償10萬元，一審館長敗訴，二審高等法院認為吳欣岱對於館長的言論屬可受公評，裁定館長再次敗訴，全案仍可上訴。法院認為館長在公眾場合自爆曾加入幫派，以及吳欣岱言論中反問的語氣，皆為可受公評之事，故判決吳欣岱免賠。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In an uncommon event, South Korea experienced a 4.8 magnitude earthquake in the early hours today that was the strongest of 2016 in the region. The quake struck in the southwest, with the highest level recorded reaching five, lasting for about 15 seconds, causing structural damage. This rare event occurred in the region of Jeollabuk-do, with residents in the area feeling strong shaking. Despite the low probability of a quake over 6 magnitude in the area, experts are still concerned and monitoring the situation closely.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
名媛孫芸芸的女兒廖思惟繼承了媽媽的精緻五官和高挑身材，在網路上擁有許多粉絲，母女倆難得同框拍攝雜誌照展現姐妹花風格。孫芸芸透露親自接送女兒上學，保持親密關係，21歲的孫芸芸生下女兒後將家庭置於重要位置，即便女兒出國念書，孫芸芸仍會飛往澳洲與女兒共度時光，彼此互相支持鼓勵。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
BTS member JIN has officially completed his military service today, becoming the first BTS member to do so. He was warmly welcomed by the other five members of BTS upon his discharge, with leader RM even playing the saxophone, a moment that moved many fans. Despite member SUGA's absence due to his military service, the reunion was filled with heartfelt embraces, and fans expressed their excitement through various gestures, including large bus ads and balloons, as JIN immediately went live to share his joy and gratitude.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In New Taipei City, a woman surnamed Zhang fell for a fake advertisement on Facebook, resulting in a financial loss of over five million. She was deceived by a 19-year-old posing as a financial advisor who claimed to join a fraud ring just to buy gifts for his girlfriend. The culprit was arrested on the spot, admitting involvement in the scam operations. The victim only discovered his true age after the incident. The woman, aged 60, came across a 'guaranteed profit' ad on Facebook and invested believing she was going to earn four times the amount, a scheme conducted via a LINE group with fake profit messages and photos, ultimately leading to her loss. The youngster posed as an advisor due to wanting to buy a gift for his girlfriend on Valentine's Day, eventually getting caught by the police, causing relationship issues with his girlfriend and regret for the consequences.
Source: YAHOO