Reported about 1 year ago
The Taipei Film Festival in 2024 continues its successful 'Extraordinary Actors' initiative with nine outstanding actors revealed, including Wang Bojie, Li Mu, Song Yunhua, Li Peiyu, Lin Bohong, Ke Jiaxian, Yao Chunyao, Fu Mengbai, and Xie Yingxuan. Notably, renowned artist Yan Zhenfa hand-painted giant billboards of the nine actors' representative roles, creating a dreamy collaboration on display outside Zhongshan Hall starting June 14, igniting the first wave of excitement for the festival. Stay tuned for the full-length video showcasing the actors' unique charms, premiering exclusively on the TaiwanPlus Arts & Culture YouTube channel on June 18.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Shin Kong New Life Investment's New Jieshi Fort is suspected of involvement in wrongdoing, leading to 18 separate searches by the New Taipei City Prosecutor's Office today. Wu Dongjin and 17 other defendants, along with 2 witnesses, were summoned for questioning. Shin Kong responded that they are cooperating with the lawful search procedure, clarifying that the search has no connection to the company's operations. Allegations include renting out New Jieshi Fort to insiders without the rent entering Shin Kong New Life, and misappropriating engineering funds. Shin Kong stated that the search has no impact on the company's financial operations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwanese small and medium enterprises are innovative and vibrant, but face challenges when going international or aligning with global sustainability goals. The Acer Foundation's 'Longterm Smile Award' aims to assist these enterprises in stepping onto the international stage. By providing experience sharing and necessary support, the award seeks to help more Taiwanese businesses go global. The award recognizes long-term innovation and business value, encouraging businesses to adjust and gain long-term international competitiveness. The 2024 award is open for submissions until June 25, offering up to NT$1.5 million, with winning enterprises accessing Acer's multinational resources to enhance their sustainability impact and global presence.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Social media influencer Zhong Mingxuan recently advised not to praise China in response to Rae's query about things to be wary of when visiting Shanghai. Zhong's comment stirred laughter among netizens, reflecting his past controversial statements about the Chinese government. Previously, Zhong advocated for young Taiwanese to visit China, but his personal Red Book account was unexpectedly shut down within five days due to unspecified complaints.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A man from China drove a speedboat into Danshui River on the 9th and was subsequently arrested by coast guard personnel; it was revealed that he had previously served in the Chinese Navy and even as a ship captain. Lin Bingyou, a DPP councilor and chairman of the Taiwan Military and Police Tactics Development Association, highlighted that the boatman not only was a former Chinese Navy ship captain but also deleted relevant navigation data, indicating a higher likelihood of a reconnaissance mission. Lin pointed out that current Taiwanese military deployments are geared towards large-scale system operations, leaving vulnerabilities in defense against small-scale infiltration and rear operations, stressing that the recent incident of the speedboat breaching is a precursor to potentially weaken Taiwan's defense capabilities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Four American teachers were inexplicably attacked with knives while visiting a park in Jilin, Mainland China, leaving them injured and lying in pools of blood. While the motive of the assailants remains unclear and Mainland Chinese officials have not responded, the U.S. State Department has expressed serious concerns. The injured individuals, all teachers from Cornell College in Iowa, were participating in an academic exchange with Beihua University in Jilin, which specializes in various fields including law, economics, and environmental science. The incident has sparked shock and calls for action among American officials and netizens, with speculation on the rising tensions between China and the U.S.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 9, a 60-year-old Chinese man drove a speedboat into Tamsui, New Taipei, expressing the desire to 'seek freedom,' leading to concerns about security loopholes with the incident. Nationalist Party legislator Wang Hong-wei criticized the Ocean Affairs Council for allowing this breach and questioned their enforcement standards, particularly in light of previous maritime incidents. The council explained the radar error that classified the speedboat as a returning fishing vessel. Government officials pledged to review defense measures to address such security threats in the future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A woman in Taichung experienced symptoms like vomiting, dizziness, and bloody stools, leading to drastic weight loss of about 1kg per day. After being diagnosed with a rare duodenal cancer blocking the small intestine, she underwent surgery where doctors successfully removed the tumor while preserving her stomach, pancreas, and gallbladder. The tailored surgery approach helped minimize postoperative effects, allowing the patient to recover with improved health. This case highlights the importance of early detection and individualized treatment strategies for rare gastrointestinal cancers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan Mobile announced today its participation in the Fubon Energy Green Energy Investment Platform to expand its green energy layout and promote energy transition, with a total investment of 11 billion NTD. The platform, jointly established with Glory Power Energy, Fubon Life, and Fubon Media, will focus on solar and energy storage projects, aiming to accelerate renewable energy development and enhance power system resilience in Taiwan. Taiwan Mobile's GM Lin Chih-chen will serve as the chairman of Fubon Energy, emphasizing climate governance and long-term sustainability growth, with goals to reach 100% renewable energy usage by 2040 and achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 5, as part of the Normandy Landings 80th anniversary, leaders from various Allied countries gathered at the Normandy beaches in France for a ceremony commemorating the historic event. The ceremony included reenactments of the D-Day landings, speeches by international leaders, and tributes to the veterans who participated in the landings. While Ukraine's President Zelensky attended the event, Russian President Putin was notably not invited. The solemn occasion concluded with a joint memorial ceremony, emphasizing unity and support for Ukraine among the Allied countries.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A man surnamed Lin from New Taipei City is facing potential 5 years in prison for dangerously tailgating and side-swiping a car driven by a Mr. Tsai on the highway after failing to overtake. Lin relentlessly harassed Tsai for nearly 10 kilometers, causing Tsai to eventually seek help by reporting the incident to the police. Lin has been charged for public endangerment among other offenses, while his accusations against Tsai have been deemed unsubstantiated by the prosecutor. The incident has drawn widespread criticism for the extreme and reckless behavior exhibited by Lin on the road.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 11, 2024, in Zhonghe District of New Taipei City, a 51-year-old woman named Chen falsely accused her boyfriend of possessing a gun in their home out of resentment and revenge following a disagreement, leading to a police investigation that revealed her deception. Chen left home abruptly after an argument, then reported the fake incident to the police, who found no firearms upon searching the premises and later called Chen in for questioning to clarify her motives. Her emotional instability and discontent with her boyfriend's behavior were attributed to her actions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to SET News, a Chinese man named Ruan drove a speedboat from China and collided with a ferry on the Danshui River in Taiwan before reaching the fishing pier. The Coast Guard detected the boat at 09:44, but did not take action until 10:54 after the ferry was hit. Ruan, a former PLA Navy officer, traveled to Taiwan and was apprehended by the Coast Guard, revealing a delay in response and monitoring errors. The Coast Guard admitted to personnel mistakes and promised to improve surveillance practices in the future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chen Hongjia killed his cohabiting girlfriend and suffocated their twin sons by throwing them into a washing machine, but managed to escape the death penalty with the possibility of rehabilitation according to judges. The shocking case occurred in 2019 when unemployed Chen murdered his girlfriend in Taichung and let the twins suffocate in the washing machine. Despite initial death sentences in lower courts, the final verdict changed to life imprisonment with the deprived civil rights for Chen, who also created various alibis to hide the bodies. The court considered his troubled upbringing and mental health issues as contributing factors to the crime.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Chiayi City Government official Wu Jianrong, who was involved in accepting bribes related to construction projects, has been sentenced to 7.5 years in prison for corruption. Despite trying to delay his imprisonment with medical reports and appealing against the verdict, all attempts were rejected, and he has now been summoned by the Chiayi District Prosecutors Office to begin serving his sentence. Wu was found guilty of accepting a total of 300,000 NT dollars in cash, along with high-end tea and coffee beans worth 228,900 NT dollars as bribes. Wu, who previously held the position of technical officer at the Municipal Engineering Department, returned to work for the government after retirement, overseeing the department he was familiar with, and had close ties to the mayor's associates.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chinese actor Hu Ge, known for starring in the film 'Bloom,' is reportedly coming to Taiwan to attend the 'Dialogue with Youth' event at the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park on June 12. The event is organized by the Taiwan Audiovisual Program Producers Association. This visit, with the help of Zheng Wen-Can, allegedly involved the Strait Exchange Foundation, but SEF clarified that all mainland individuals traveling to Taiwan are reviewed by the Mainland Affairs Council and other relevant authorities, with no involvement from SEF. Hu Ge's co-star Tang Yan had to miss the event due to work conflicts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to SET News on June 11, 2024, Will Smith and Martin Lawrence's return in 'Bad Boys for Life' took the top spot at the box office in Taiwan over the Dragon Boat Festival weekend, crossing 35 million TWD. Following their successful North American debut with 56 million USD, the film marked the best R-rated opening of the year, showing Smith's determination to regain popularity after his Oscar controversy in 2022 by investing heavily in promotion and ensuring viewer satisfaction, showcasing that all the hard work paid off.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The share prices of Lululemon Athletica have dropped by nearly 40% from their peak in December 2023, attributed to decreased stimulus funds and consumer spending, leading to a slower growth rate over the past two years. Despite the decline, the company has a strong track record and solid growth outlook, making it a potential buy opportunity for investors willing to consider its fundamentals and future prospects.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A South Korean aviation startup recently launched an 'Air Taxi' service claiming to cut the travel time from Seoul's Gangnam district to the airport to just 20 minutes compared to the usual nearly 2-hour journey, saving travelers 100 minutes. The company, Moviation, providing this Vonaer service, revealed that the one-way trip costs 440,000 Korean won (approximately 10,400 New Taiwan dollars) and operates hourly as a trial for 6 months, aiming to tap into the 'Urban Air Mobility' market alongside other South Korean firms like SK Telecom exploring similar air taxi services.
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Reported about 1 year ago
T1 New Taipei's basketball star, Abassi, is rumored to join the Japanese B1 League team Akita Northern Happinets, potentially facing off against Chiba Jets' Yuta Watanabe and Yuki Togashi. Abassi's move comes after an impressive performance with T1, and fans are excited for the potential matchups. The upcoming press conference will reveal more details about his transfer to the Japanese league.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Xu Qiaoxin's aunt, Liu Xiangjie, and her husband Du Bingcheng were recently implicated in a money laundering case involving a fraudulent group, leading to court appearances. During a court session on May 24, Du Bingcheng alleged in court that Xu Qiaoxin was involved in submarine case, bribery, and insider trading. Xu immediately issued a denial and five-point clarification, refuting the claims and stating that if there were any suspicions, they should be addressed promptly. She criticized the reliability of Du's statements and emphasized that she would take legal action if necessary. Xu reiterated that she would not respond to the rumors and refused interviews, cautioning against taking the fraudster's claims as facts. The article addresses these developments in the ongoing legal and media scrutiny surrounding the individuals involved.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Billionaire investors are purchasing large amounts of shares in Pfizer and AT&T due to their high dividend yields near 6%. Pfizer offers a 5.9% yield and has been investing in new revenue sources like Padcev, with the potential to drive sales above $7 billion. AT&T, despite cutting its dividend in 2022, now provides a 6.1% yield with improved cash flows from its telecommunications services. Both companies present opportunities for passive income and potential growth for investors.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Ozone日前宣布開啟「攻頂之路」計畫，推出演唱會加油曲〈Speed Reload〉，結合遊戲精神概念，描述團隊彼此支援的默契配合精神。成員哲言在副歌錄製時曾遇卡關，但最終克服困難。歌曲以遊戲隊友精神為概念，與團員們平時一起玩手機遊戲培養默契。
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Reported about 1 year ago
中天新聞網報導，丁禹兮與彭小苒在古裝愛情輕喜劇《春閨夢裡人》中展現先婚後愛的情節，丁禹兮飾演的京城第一美男子與彭小苒飾演的京城第一毒婦結為夫妻，男女主角鬥智鬥勇、互虧日常成為看點之一，並受到高度期待。劇中充滿笑料與反差，演員敬業表現，讓觀眾笑中帶淚，吸引眾多收視。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The National Property Agency has introduced a scheme to rent out state-owned houses, with 27 units successfully rented to private individuals. Among the 75 state-owned homes that have been renovated and made available for rent, 27 units have been rented out to private individuals at market prices, with 3-bedroom units in Taipei fetching over NT$30,000 in rent. The agency has announced the release of 36 units for rent in Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung, and Taitung, emphasizing the aim to diversify housing supply. Bidders are reminded to ensure their membership certificates are valid to avoid invalid bids, as the agency aims to generate rental income for the national treasury while meeting the housing needs of the public.
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