Reported about 1 year ago
Hsinchu City Fire Chief Lee Shih-gong faced backlash for comments on firefighters climbing 28 floors while carrying air cylinders, emphasizing past stairway climbing competitions held at 17 to 18 floors height. After the tragic incident where two firefighters lost their lives in a fire, concerns were raised by city council members regarding the preparedness and equipment standards. Requests for an apology, clarification on air cylinder usage, and equipment review were made, highlighting the importance of frontline firefighter input in equipment procurement decisions to boost their safety and morale.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Renowned singer Jacky Cheung has canceled three concerts in Taipei due to a respiratory syncytial virus infection but is now set to return for three major concerts this week as scheduled. Fans concerned about the possibility of another postponement were reassured that the concerts are going ahead without any changes. In addition, Cheung announced plans to return to Taipei in 2025, allowing fans holding tickets for the canceled shows the opportunity to exchange them for equivalent seats at the 2025 concerts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the latest update on the Baolin Tea House poisoning case, a 46-year-old woman being treated in Taipei's Wanhua Hospital passed away at 3:56 pm after undergoing lung surgery this morning due to symptoms like coughing up blood. Despite initially stabilizing after a liver transplant, her condition deteriorated rapidly in the past two days. Taipei City Health Bureau Director Chen Yanyuan confirmed the unfortunate news, bringing the death toll to six in the Baolin Tea House poisoning incident. The Bureau disclosed that out of seven severe patients, six have passed away, and one has been discharged. One critically ill patient transferred to the general ward on June 5 later moved to the ICU on June 10 but succumbed to the illness on June 11 afternoon.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Pralhad Joshi 被任命為印度可再生能源部長，此前他因大幅提高印度煤炭生產量而受到讚譽。他將負責加速太陽能和風能的採用，以應對印度近乎三倍增加乾淨能源項目至 500 千瓦特的目標。新任部長將面臨協調確保轉變到太陽能和風能發電的速度與提升電網相配合的挑戰。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Following the fifth death in early June, another fatality was reported this afternoon in the Baolin Tea House food poisoning case, bringing the total death toll to 6. The Taipei City Health Bureau confirmed the death of a 46-year-old female who had undergone a liver transplant. Out of the severe cases from the Baolin Tea House incident, only one 49-year-old woman has been discharged after treatment, while the rest have unfortunately passed away.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As the 618 mid-year shopping festival nears its end, 486 Group Purchase observes a significant increase in sales for cooling home appliances, cooling bedding, and travel gear due to the warming weather and upcoming summer travel peak season. Notably, sales for cooling blankets and luggage have grown by over 40%. Popular keywords for selecting luggage include 'durable,' 'anti-theft,' and 'silent,' with features like anti-theft zippers, customs locks, or corner protection being particularly favored. Consumers show a preference for unique colors such as rose gold, cream yellow, and sky blue. Special deals on luggage sizes suitable for short trips or carry-on bags priced between 2,000 and 3,000 yuan have attracted customers. Various luggage options with discounted prices ranging from 46% to 67% off, including expandable suitcases, smart weighing systems, and durable designs, are detailed.
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Reported about 1 year ago
馬來西亞創作女歌手張靜汶在台北首次個人演唱會上揭露了自己為出道而染紅髮的黑歷史，並對月老施壓希望在半年內找到對象。演出中粉絲支持熱烈，歌迷更送上特色肉粽讓她品嚐，張靜汶也獻唱多首台灣音樂人的作品，感謝啟發她的音樂創作夢想。張靜汶將在北海岸舉行另一場演出，作為這趟台灣宣傳行的完美句點。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The latest drama series 'Wish' by Sanli Taiwan Channel began filming, gathering actors Huang Shaoqi, Chen Guanlin, Jiang Hongen, Huo Zhengqi, Jiang Guobin, and Jiang Zuping. The storyline features three heartthrobs at odds over money, and Chen Guanlin shared about portraying a father which was a new experience for him, while Huang Shaoqi's character has children played by Li Jiaqing and Hua Qianhan in the 20s. Unique to this drama is Jiang Zuping's role as a wife, with her strong and muscular physique earning the nickname 'Pingge', leading Huang Shaoqi to jokingly remark it feels like acting in a BL drama due to her physique unfamiliar to him. Still, Jiang Zuping confirmed there won't be any intimate scenes between their characters.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Three new deaths have been confirmed in the food poisoning incident at the Baolin Tea Room, located in the Xinyi District of Taipei. Among the casualties is a 46-year-old woman, who had undergone a liver transplant after falling ill, initially stabilizing before her condition deteriorated with respiratory distress, leading to her passing away. This brings the total death toll to 6 in the poisoning case. The health bureau is investigating further.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 11, 2024, Wang Yichuan, the executive director of the DPP Policy Committee, was questioned by Taipei City Prosecutors after he made controversial comments about using cellphone signals to track protesters outside the Legislative Yuan. Opposition from various sectors led to accusations of violating communication laws, prompting the prosecutors to investigate the case. Wang was summoned for questioning as a witness on the afternoon of the 11th, and left discreetly after questioning, avoiding media attention. The controversy stems from Wang's statements on a political talk show regarding analyzing protest demographics using base station signals, sparking concerns about privacy violations and legal issues.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network reports that on June 11, 2024, a 46-year-old woman who had previously undergone a liver transplant in relation to the Baolin Tea House poisoning case deteriorated and passed away at 3:56 pm at Taipei's Wanfang Hospital. This marks the 6th death in the case, with the woman experiencing complications such as lung bleeding and being moved from a general ward to the ICU for treatment using an ECMO membrane. Taipei City Health Bureau Director Chen Yan-yuan confirmed the unfortunate news.
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Reported about 1 year ago
高雄市再度出現本土登革熱疫情，疾管署指出20多歲男性為今年入夏以來首例，將對感染者進行基因定序以了解是否前一波疫情的延續。今年累計165例本土登革熱確診，其中高雄市佔136例。境外移入病例也增加，尤其以印尼為主要感染地，疾管署呼籲民眾落實防蚊措施。境外登革熱情況亦嚴峻，尤其南美洲疫情持續，呼籲民眾保持警惕。夏季來臨前，疾管署也提醒降雨後要注意清除積水，以避免蚊媒傳播疾病感染及傳播風險。
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Reported about 1 year ago
前員工「蘿拉」涉不法行為被指控後，百萬YouTuber蔡阿嘎開除她，引起社群媒體熱烈討論。二伯則在限動上表示受到「一場重擊」，讓工作受影響，造成猜測是否為相關事件。網友瘋猜對方可能觸法的行為，蔡阿嘎請到的律師事務所顯示事情嚴重。許多同業狠酸蘿拉，她的黑歷史也被挖出，形象一夕之間受重創。
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Reported about 1 year ago
A box truck suddenly caught fire and burned at the intersection of Fuxing Road and Zhonghe Road in Keelung City at around 3:40 pm today. Thick black smoke billowed from the scene, and the Zhongshan Fire Brigade rushed to extinguish the fire. Keelung City Councilor Shi Weizheng reported that witnesses immediately called for help, with the fortunate absence of anyone inside the vehicle, resulting in no casualties. The owner has been contacted, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Bright Hill Road is a horror drama film about an alcoholic woman facing the consequences of her past sins. Released on October 2, 2010, it follows Marcy as she gets trapped in a roadhouse on Bright Hill Road. Directed by Robert Cuffley, the film stars Siobhan Williams, Agam Darshi, and others. Available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, the movie delves into Marcy's descent into madness as she confronts her troubled past.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As of June 11, 2024, the Baolin Tea Room 'Boncol Acetic Acid' food poisoning case has claimed a total of 5 lives, with the last remaining hospitalized 46-year-old woman, who was the only one to undergo a liver transplant, experiencing worsening condition yesterday and rapidly declining today, being urgently transferred to the intensive care unit. Despite being given ECMO due to oxygen deficiency and poor breathing, she could not be saved, marking the sixth death in the Baolin Tea Room food poisoning incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Rintaro Sasaki, a standout from Japan's prestigious baseball powerhouse school Hanamaki Higashi, known as the 'Monster High Schooler,' will make his debut in the U.S. on June 12. Currently attending Stanford University, he will play as the starting first baseman for the Trenton Thunder in a summer collegiate baseball league for university students. Sasaki aims to enter the MLB draft in 2026 and has been praised by scouts for his natural talent, seen to surpass that of young MLB stars like Shohei Ohtani and Hideki Matsui, but will need to work on his defensive and base-running skills to excel further.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As graduation season approaches, many soon-to-be professionals are planning their future careers. A recent survey shows that 'internet celebrity' has become the dream job for this year's graduates, with males ranking it first and females second. This trend reflects young people's desire for innovation and reluctance to be bound by traditional professions. However, the path to becoming an internet celebrity is not as glamorous as it seems, requiring creativity, innovation, and the ability to attract brand sponsorships. With the rise of the internet celebrity economy, internet marketing companies play a key role in bridging brands and influencers, offering comprehensive marketing services to elevate brand awareness and influence.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Recently, the deputy station chief at the Chaozhou Station of the Taiwan Railway Administration caused a stir by posting a photo brandishing a gun, following criticism from netizens. The deputy station chief, known for recording and posting videos of confrontations with rule-breaking passengers on the YouTube channel 'Dukoff Blood and Sweat TRA,' faced backlash for his actions, including a heated altercation with a female passenger resulting in demands for contract termination. In response to online critics, the station chief defiantly posted a picture with a gun, dismissing naysayers and boasting of his resilience and achievements. The incident ignited online debates over the chief's actions and the perceived intimidation of the gun, with some supporting his strong will and others expressing concerns over the type of firearm he held.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chung Tung-chin, the independent Miaoli County Magistrate friendly to the blue camp, expressed doubts about the success rate of the Kuomintang's proposed amendment to the 'Fiscal Planning Law,' which aims to allocate 5 billion in tax revenue to local counties and cities, potentially sparking the next focal point of confrontation between the ruling and opposition parties. Miaoli County Council's Kuomintang caucus supported the proposed amendment, estimating that Miaoli could receive an additional 20 billion per year, but Chung Tung-chin likened the potential outcome to dreaming, as the likelihood of success is not high.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a shocking incident mirroring the Boxer Rebellion, four foreign university instructors on an exchange program were viciously attacked by a knife-wielding man at Beishan Park in Jilin, China. The victims sustained serious injuries but are luckily out of danger. The suspect, identified as Cui Dapeng, is currently on the run. The incident has caused uproar in both Chinese and American communities, with US lawmakers demanding the victims' safety and proper treatment, urging them to 'leave China alive'.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Senior journalist Lin Xianxiang on June 11, 2024, at 4:27 am reported that Jingang Precision Technology, a high-quality alloy materials factory under the Taiwan Steel Group, achieved a consolidated revenue of 275 million New Taiwan Dollars in May, a 22.62% increase year-on-year, with a total revenue of 1.141 billion NT dollars for the first five months of the year, a 7.05% increase. Benefitting from the strong growth in the oil and gas industry and defense market, Jingang set new historical records in May for both monthly and cumulative revenue, primarily focusing on nickel and titanium alloy products. They are the only professional manufacturer in the domestic market, with the global aviation industry's post-pandemic recovery boosting shipment revenue for the second quarter. By optimizing operations and expanding production lines, Jingang expects positive impacts on its competitiveness and operational efficiency.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Taipei Film Festival has revealed a star-studded lineup of nine exceptional actors this year, including award-winning favorites like Wang Po Chieh, Lee Mu, Song Yunhwa, Lee Pei Yu, Lin Bo Hong, Ke Jia Yan, Yao Chun Yao, Fu Meng Bai, and Hsieh Ying Xuan, with the added touch of a dream collaboration between renowned artist Yan Zhenfa and the exceptional actors. Special billboards featuring the actors' representative roles will be unveiled at the Zhongshan Hall starting from the 14th, igniting the first wave of star power at the 26th Taipei Film Festival and welcoming the public to take photos and experience the traditional hand-drawn billboard artistry.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 11, 2024, Chen Jiaying, known as 'Caramel Brother,' officially took over as the Executive Director of the DPP Taipei City Party Headquarters. The decision was made based on his expertise in online operations and concepts, aiming to strengthen the party's online presence and combat misinformation effectively. Vice Executive Director Chen Shengwen, also from the same camp, is set to run for Taipei City Council in 2026. This leadership change reflects the party's strategic focus on internet engagement and operational agility.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Economist Harry Dent predicts a stock market crash with the S&P 500 index falling by 86%, Nasdaq index by 98%, and even 'hero stock' Nvidia potentially plummeting by 98%, possibly worse than the 2008 financial crisis, emphasizing 'it's all over!' Dent anticipates a more severe crash in 2025 than in 2008, with the S&P 500 potentially dropping by 86%, Nasdaq by 98%, and even Nvidia, despite being a great company, facing a potential 98% drop, stating that 'it's all over!' Dent notes the current bubble is larger and longer than previous ones, prompting mixed reactions from investors, with Dent defending his predictions as truth-telling based on historical evidence.
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