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Faulty Children's Smartwatch Over 2,000 Yuan Malfunctions after 2 Months, Parents Complain of Disruptive Classroom Noises

Reported about 1 year ago

Some parents who bought a children's smartwatch online for their kids found that after less than two months of use, the watch kept turning on and off, with loud music playing during classes, and inaccurate GPS positioning. They questioned why a product boasting Taiwanese chips had so many issues, and also expressed dissatisfaction with the additional costs for a three-year warranty, repairs, and shipping. The online platform urged the seller to provide accurate product information and promised to assist in mediation between buyers and sellers.

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Soggy and Hot! Unpredictable Rain in Southern Taiwan with Highs of 36 Degrees in the Coming Week

Reported about 1 year ago

The southwest wind continues to influence weather patterns, causing sporadic short periods of rain or thunderstorms south of Miaoli, with heavier rainfall in the southern regions concentrated mostly at night and in the morning. Mountainous areas will also experience afternoon thunderstorms, with temperatures forecasted to soar to 35 degrees and possibly above 36 degrees in the upcoming week due to the southwest wind impact. The Central Weather Bureau further reports that temperatures will hover around 34 degrees in the coming week, potentially reaching 36 degrees in areas near mountains in northern and southern Taiwan. Weather will range from cloudy to sunny with occasional afternoon thunderstorms across different regions.

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Miami面臨嚴重降雨威脅,佛羅里達州預計遭受強風暴雨襲擊

Reported about 1 year ago

南佛羅里達本週將有濃雨降臨,威脅到邁阿密、劳德代尔堡和西棕櫚灘等城市可能引發洪水。來自墨西哥灣地區的濕氣將在這個星期內沿南佛羅里達傾瀉出來,雨量最高可達每小時3英寸(7.6厘米)。根據美國氣象預測中心的氣象學家Peter Mullinax表示,預測這個地區在周三前的降雨量將達6至9英寸,並發布了洪水警報。這種模式至少會持續到週五,使情況每天惡化。雷雨可能帶來局部暴雨和強風。

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Senior Broker Sun Derong Accused of Driving Porsche to Hit and Injure Woman, Responds to Hit-and-run Allegations

Reported about 1 year ago

Senior broker Sun Derong was accused of driving through an alley in Neihu recently, brushing a woman and driving off, leading to her filing a complaint. Sun was investigated for hit-and-run, but due to lack of key evidence, the case was dropped. Sun claimed the incident lacked crucial footage and the woman's testimony was questionable, opting to settle the matter by paying. Sun revealed that it was an accident, with both parties eventually reaching a settlement after the prosecutors found no proof of intentional hit-and-run.

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Criticism of Hong Kong's Legal System by British and French Judges, Rebutted by John Lee

Reported about 1 year ago

Two British judges of the Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal have resigned, with one criticizing the deteriorating state of the rule of law in Hong Kong due to restrictions posed by the national security law. However, Hong Kong's Secretary for Security John Lee rebuts the allegations, claiming there is no political pressure on the judiciary. This comes amidst a series of resignations of overseas judges citing concerns over Hong Kong's political situation and the impact of the national security law on the legal system.

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Japanese Media Expert Suggests Amending Law to Grant Taiwan President Power to Dissolve Parliament, following French Example

Reported about 1 year ago

Japanese media veteran Yaito Akio suggested granting the Taiwan president 'parliament dissolution power' as a means of power balance and mutual restriction. Referring to France, where President Macron dissolved the parliament after a defeat in the European Parliament elections to listen to the people's choice and decide the nation's future direction, Yaito highlighted the potential effectiveness of this approach during major crossroads in a country's progress. Currently, Taiwan's president lacks the initiative to dissolve the parliament under current laws, making the amendment regarding parliament dissolution an important step towards power balance and checks between branches of government.

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Woman, 49, Caught Threatening McDonald's with Poisoning and Demanding 300,000 RMB in Extortion Due to Financial Difficulties

Reported about 1 year ago

In the wee hours, a woman was caught by the police at her doorstep after they received reports of a blackmail case following an investigation tracing the IP source. The woman was found to have threatened McDonald's by demanding 300,000 RMB to be transferred to a designated account by noon on March 11th, and claiming that she would randomly poison meals at different stores if the police were alerted. The 49-year-old suspect, who has had a prestigious education and worked in public sectors, was motivated by financial difficulties. She has now been prosecuted for the crime. McDonald's took immediate precautions upon receiving threats, adjusting delivery and food sales operations to prevent potential poisoning incidents.

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Billie Eilish Performs 'The Greatest' on 'Late Show'

Reported about 1 year ago

Billie Eilish gave the live debut performance of her ballad 'The Greatest' on The Late Show, accompanied by her brother Finneas on acoustic guitar. Starting off whispered and moody, Eilish eventually transitioned to a powerful chorus while expressing self-congratulations in her signature style. The performance ended with a small arrangement as Eilish showcased her feathery falsetto. This came after she released the video for 'Chihiro' last week, displaying her unique style and artistry.

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Alishan Two-Day One-Night Trip Guide in Chiayi | Easily Enjoy without Driving Yourself Up the Mountain! Visit Taiwan's Little Kyoto, the Enchanting Guanyin Waterfall, Mountain View Restaurants, and Experience a Day as a Tea Master!

Reported about 1 year ago

Yanling, also known as Potato Miss, shares a travel guide for a two-day trip to Alishan in Chiayi without the need to drive up the mountain. The itinerary includes attractions in Meishan Township and Zhuci Township, perfect for families or nature lovers. This collaboration is sponsored by the Alishan National Scenic Area Administration under the Tourism Bureau, Ministry of Transportation and Communications.

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General Motors approves $6 billion share buyback plan

Reported about 1 year ago

General Motors announced a new $6 billion share buyback plan, following a dividend increase and optimistic annual forecast, aiming to reduce its outstanding share count to under 1 billion. The company had previously outlined a $10 billion stock buyback and had raised its dividend by 33% in January. GM's market capitalization stands at $54 billion, with shares up 1% in premarket trading.

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Chainsaw Man (CSM) Chapter 168將探討Asa和Denji尷尬之吻後的後果

Reported about 1 year ago

《Chainsaw Man》第168章將探討Denji和Yoru在前一章中分享的親密時刻。Asa接管身體後將處理這個情況,可能會承認Yoru參與其中。閱讀者可以在Shueisha的MANGA Plus服務網站和移動應用程式上閱讀此章節。

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First French Lifestyle Festival in Taiwan Held in Kaohsiung for Three Days Starting June 7th

Reported about 1 year ago

For the first time in Taiwan, the French Lifestyle Festival was held in Kaohsiung starting on June 7th for three days. The event featured French cuisine, creative items, and activities like French petanque and soccer in preparation for the upcoming Paris Olympics. Over 60 brands participated, enhancing cultural exchange between Taiwan and France, with the support of the Kaohsiung city government to promote international relations and city interactions.

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British PC Maker Raspberry Pi Soars in London Trading Debut

Reported about 1 year ago

British PC manufacturer Raspberry Pi had a successful trading debut in London, with its shares closing at 385 pence each, a 38% increase from its IPO price. The IPO raised £166 million ($211 million) and marked the first time a tech firm in London raised over $100 million since 2021. Raspberry Pi's listing is seen as injecting quality into the UK capital markets, potentially inspiring other innovative British businesses to list domestically. Despite its positive performance, there are still challenges ahead for the UK tech market.

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Parents Worried! 27 Schools in Taipei City Halt Summer Care Services Due to Renovation Projects

Reported about 1 year ago

Starting this year, public kindergartens in Taipei City provide summer care services with an additional cost of up to two thousand NT dollars per month. However, 13 kindergartens and 14 elementary schools have halted their summer extended care services due to campus renovation projects, leaving many parents in a dilemma. The Education Bureau assures to assist in referring students to other schools, but the sudden closure of services has caused significant concern for working parents during the two-month summer break.

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Repair Scam! Car Used by Sales Agent for 17 Days Across Taiwan, Clocking Over 1,000 Kilometers

Reported about 1 year ago

In Taoyuan, Taiwan, a man discovered that his car had been driven by a sales agent for 17 days, covering over 1,000 kilometers from late April to early May. The sales agent had multiple traffic violations, including being caught speeding and illegally parking. Investigations revealed that the agent had a history of using customers' cars for personal use and was even found in possession of drugs by the police. Despite the automotive company's claim that it was the agent's personal actions, legal actions have been taken against him. The car owner hopes to prevent others from falling victim to a similar scam.

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Must-Have Practical Apps for Traveling in Japan! From Transportation, Food to Translation, These 8 Apps Are Enough

Reported about 1 year ago

On June 11, 2024, Yahoo Kimo Community reports that due to a lower yen exchange rate, many Taiwanese are eager to travel to Japan. To enjoy a trip in Japan without language barriers, actual residents recommend eight essential and practical apps covering transportation, food, translation, electronic payments, and weather forecasts. These include Google Maps for navigation, Japan Transit Planner for train schedules, Tabelog for food recommendations, Suica and other payment apps, Google Translate for language translation, and tenki.jp for accurate weather forecasts. These apps cater to various needs when visiting Japan.

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台中西屯區工地工安意外 18樓墜落身亡

Reported about 1 year ago

一名工人在台中西屯區工地18樓高作業時失足墜落身亡,當場失去生命跡象。台中市勒令停工,追究刑事責任,最高可處罰30萬。警消到場發現工人頭部重創,在證物中包含兩個飲用過的啤酒罐。事發現場民眾表示聽到很大聲音,目前尚待檢方相驗確定死者是否飲酒。

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Chinese Actor Hu Ge Visits Taiwan for Less Than 24 Hours, Attends 'Youth Dialogue' Event to Exchange with Young Directors

Reported about 1 year ago

Chinese actor Hu Ge will visit Taiwan for less than 24 hours, attending the 'Youth Dialogue' event at the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park on 6/12 afternoon where he will privately interact with young Taiwanese directors and creators. This visit aims to promote cultural exchange between the two sides, coordinated by Shanghai Taiwan Affairs Office and speculated to be facilitated by Zheng Wen-Can, the chairman of SEF; however, SEF denies involvement. Hu Ge is expected to arrive at Taipei Songshan Airport at 11 a.m. tomorrow and depart the next morning, with no public appearances scheduled and no special food arrangements due to his vegetarian diet.

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YouBike系统大当机 北市府重罚10万元

Reported about 1 year ago

台视新闻网报道,YouBike系统于2024年6月11日上午7:38因故障造成YouBike2.0及YouBike2.0E电动车无法提供租借服务,台北市交通局通知民众改用其他交通工具并迅速解决问题,于同日8时27分恢复正常。交通局指出由于频繁发生问题,迅速前往微笑单车公司调查,要求提出完整报告及改善方案,未来加强系统稳定性与备援机制,并重新检讨车机更新,如有更新问题应立即解决。为维护公共利益和自行车形象,交通局根据合约对此加重处罚10万元。

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French Bonds Tumble as Macron Resignation Rumors Denied

Reported about 1 year ago

Rumors of President Emmanuel Macron's potential resignation caused a significant sell-off in French government bonds; however, these rumors were promptly denied. Macron's camp stated he has not been discussing resignation and plans to address the issue in a press conference on Wednesday. The political uncertainty has unsettled investors, leading to a spike in French bond yields and widening spreads over German bonds. The upcoming election will likely be a critical moment for Macron, with implications for the country's economic policies and fiscal challenges.

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743 billion left for forward-looking funds, Minister Chen Shi reports on the marriage of the fifth period

Reported about 1 year ago

On June 11, 2024, at 7:37 a.m., Premier Chen Shi, Minister of the Executive Yuan. Premier Chen Shi visited the Legislative Yuan today (6/11) for a comprehensive policy inquiry. DPP legislator Li Kun-cheng mentioned that the budget for the Forward-looking Infrastructure Special Act only has 743 billion left, asking if there will be a fifth round of budget allocation for the forward-looking budget. Minister Chen responded that the Executive Yuan plans to allocate the fifth round of forward-looking budget to address remaining local needs. As the process faces challenges in increasing costs for transportation projects like the Northern and Southern Circle lines of the New Taipei City MRT, with the central government's budget deemed insufficient, the discussion highlighted the potential need for future special or public infrastructure budget allocations.

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12年後再合作!蘇慧倫跨界出演《誰是被害者2》 與張孝全20年來再度攜手演出

Reported about 1 year ago

熱門台劇《誰是被害者》迎來第二季,將上架串流平台,除了原班人馬外,歌手蘇慧倫將睽違12年回歸小螢幕出演,與張孝全20年來再度合作。張孝全透露自己當新手爸爸的日常趣事,蘇慧倫則表示演法醫是一大挑戰。這次的第二季預告展現犯罪及逃亡議題,觀眾期待著劇情發展,而劇中人物的角色關係也因演員的人生經歷而更加豐富。

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Investing in Stock Splits: Buy Chipotle, Avoid Nvidia

Reported about 1 year ago

Investors are advised to consider investing in stock splits wisely, with a recommendation to buy Chipotle as it undergoes a 50-for-1 split due to its robust fundamentals, growth prospects, and sustainable practices. On the other hand, Nvidia's recent 10-for-1 split, despite its AI leadership, raises concerns due to its high valuation and stock-based compensation expenses. The article emphasizes the importance of evaluating the underlying company's performance rather than just the stock split, suggesting that Chipotle presents a better investment opportunity in June compared to Nvidia.

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Survey: 80% of German Firms Support Imposing Tariffs on Chinese Electric Cars

Reported about 1 year ago

A survey conducted by the Institute of German Economy (IW) in Cologne revealed that a majority of German industrial enterprises support imposing punitive tariffs on Chinese electric cars. Over 80% of the surveyed companies deemed it 'reasonable' or 'partially reasonable' to impose tariffs if the EU Commission determines unfair subsidies for Chinese electric cars. The EU Commission is expected to decide on imposing tariffs on Chinese electric cars this week, following the US decision to impose punitive tariffs of up to 100%. High-ranking officials from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Volkswagen warned against imposing import tariffs on cars from China, as German car manufacturers derive 20% to 23% of their profits from sales in China. Additionally, a significant portion of EU-imported cars from China are actually produced by European manufacturers in China, according to HSBC analysts. The survey also revealed that the phenomenon of price pressure from Chinese competitors is not unique to the automotive industry, with around 80% of surveyed companies facing price undercutting from Chinese competitors in similar product categories.

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Man suffocates girlfriend and twin babies, judge changes sentence to life imprisonment due to remorse

Reported about 1 year ago

In Changhua, Taiwan, a man surnamed Chen who three years ago killed his cohabiting girlfriend and their biological twin babies by suffocating them in a washing machine, was initially sentenced to death twice. However, upon retrial at the Taichung High Court, the judge believed he showed signs of remorse and altered the sentence to life imprisonment, causing great distress to the victims' family. The judge considered the perpetrator's abusive upbringing and personal struggles as contributing factors, leading to sympathy despite the brutal crime. The decision has left the victims' family deeply saddened, as they had hoped for a death penalty. Despite emotional pleas, the new sentence is final.

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