Reported over 1 year ago
Taiwanese actress Chen Shufang attended a preview of the Thai movie 'Grandson Strategies' and praised Billkin's acting as 'Grandson' for being exceptional. The 76-year-old Thai amateur actress Taew, who played the Grandma in the film, was highly acclaimed for her natural and heartfelt performance, earning her the nickname 'Thai version of Shufang Auntie'. Chen Shufang expressed her admiration for the Grandma character, jokingly saying she might not be able to compete with her, and voiced her interest in collaborating with Billkin in the future. The movie is set to premiere on June 21st, portraying touching interactions between the grandchild and grandmother that brought tears to many viewers.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A child, due to schools being closed for enterovirus, was taken to a construction site by grandparents in Taoyuan City, Taiwan. The child was seen running on the rooftop of a building under construction with no safety measures in place, causing concern among onlookers. The Labor Inspection Office fined the construction site for violating safety standards and immediately ordered a halt to rooftop operations. City councilor Huang expressed shock at the incident and promptly reported to the authorities for penalties and stricter construction site management.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A delegation from the Atlantic Council, a Washington D.C. think tank, led by former Latvian President Egils Levits, visited Taiwan and met with President Tsai Ing-wen. Levits praised Tsai for assuming the presidency during what he considers the most challenging period post-World War II. He highlighted Taiwan's high global democratic ranking as an example to other nations, despite the threat of democratic backsliding in Europe and elsewhere. The delegation emphasized the importance of strengthening democracy, especially in the face of new threats like hybrid warfare and disinformation campaigns.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Several auto repair shops on Binjiang Street in Taipei have been targeted for acquisition by the city government to make way for the construction of the Binjiang Water Resources Regeneration Center, causing distress among business owners. Residents are frustrated as they face a second round of land acquisition after being previously displaced for road widening 30 years ago, leading to the formation of a self-help association to file administrative litigation. The Taipei City Public Works Bureau responded by emphasizing that the land acquisition for the center aligns with regulations, refuting claims of low-cost acquisition or illicit methods. The controversy stems from the hasty decision made three years ago by the previous city administration to build the center near Songshan Airport, resulting in multiple homeowners being forced to shut down their businesses due to the acquisition. The bureau further clarified that the land has been designated for a wastewater treatment plant since 1956 and that the acquisition process was approved by the central Ministry of the Interior in October 2023, meeting all legal requirements.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Tsai Shang-Hua, who recently broke up with her long-time boyfriend, was rumored to be involved in a love triangle with basketball star Lin Bing-Sheng. Qian Weijuan, president of T1 League, responded calmly, suggesting that as long as no one is hurt, it's fine for the young couple to explore their relationship. Qian Weijuan, known for her interactions with Tsai Shang-Hua and being the president of the T1 League where Lin Bing-Sheng belongs, expressed optimism about their relationship while addressing the situation with composure.
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Reported over 1 year ago
民眾黨主席柯文哲將匿名互評機制引入黨內，遭部分黨員質疑真實性及可能被惡意評分。立法院黨團回應指出該機制非首創，柯文哲有時分數也不高。互評機制將部門人員列出5個級別評分，引起討論。
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Reported over 1 year ago
Big Yuan and actress Xiang Jieru held a media interview for their new film 'Nightmare of Love,' where Big Yuan shared about her 11-year-long relationship with occasional dull moments. To spice things up, she admitted to ordering 'beautiful clothes' online, acknowledging the influence of visual appeal on men. When asked about her boyfriend Gugu's preferences, she humorously mentioned his all-encompassing approval. Big Yuan also expressed delight in being nominated for film awards, sharing a heartwarming anecdote about how Gugu reacted joyfully upon hearing the news, showcasing his support and excitement. The film is set to release in Taiwan on July 12th.
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Reported over 1 year ago
在這篇文章中，亞馬遜工會成員投票贊成與美國最大工會之一結盟，這個合作夥伴關係有助於在員工合約談判中對這家電商巨頭產生壓力。約98%的亞馬遜工會投票贊成與國際團結工人聯盟聯繫。他們承諾合作，以幫助為亞馬遜工人爭取工作機會和適當的工作條件。這標誌著亞馬遜工會在2022年取得了里程碑式的勝利，在史泰登島的一家亞馬遜設施組織了數千名工人。
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Reported over 1 year ago
After an investigation lasting close to a month, the Hsinchu female police officer, surnamed Pan, who was previously embroiled in a scandal involving allegations of moonlighting in an inappropriate venue, has been cleared of any wrongdoing by the police due to lack of concrete evidence of moonlighting. Despite this, she has been referred to the district prosecutor's office for allegedly falsifying documents by having someone sign out on her behalf. The incident has caused turmoil for the officer, who is from a middle-class family with a retired police officer father, and has resulted in her receiving disciplinary action of a serious warning.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Following President Emmanuel Macron’s snap election decision, French stocks have become Europe’s least popular, according to a Bank of America Corp. survey. Investors are now more likely to be underweight French equities over the next 12 months, a drastic change from May when it was their top choice. The market sentiment has shifted towards pro-defensive stocks and sectors amidst concerns about political upheaval in France.
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Reported over 1 year ago
FTNN News Network: On June 18, 2024, New Taipei City Councilor Zhuo Guanting raised questions to Mayor Hou Yu-yi regarding the commercialization of Yingge Nan Ya Night Market and linking it with the Ceramic Old Street during the city council's session. Zhuo suggested a comprehensive review of the market area instead of temporary policies to handle vendors, and Mayor Hou agreed to work towards commercialization. Zhuo emphasized the need for sustainable solutions for the night market that has faced relocation and regulation issues for over 13 years, with the hope to utilize Yingge's tourism potential efficiently.
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Reported over 1 year ago
According to Sohu Net, the next four months will bring unprecedented peak fortunes for 4 zodiac signs in their careers, with opportunities for promotion and salary increase. The Rooster will excel with diligence and steady work performance, the Dragon will seize important opportunities with their social skills, the Horse will stand out with leadership and organizational abilities, and the Ox will experience stability and growth in their career. This period is advised for teamwork, communication, and seizing opportunities for professional development.
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Reported over 1 year ago
According to a recent internal poll by the Kuomintang, nearly 40% of New Taipei residents support Lee Si-chuan running for office. Looking ahead to the 2026 local elections, parties are already strategizing for the mayor's seat, particularly in New Taipei where the successor to Mayor Hou Yu-yi is a key focus. One poll shows that Taipei's Deputy Mayor Lee Si-chuan garners nearly 40% support within the Kuomintang and can compete equally with the Democratic Progressive Party in potential scenarios. If discrepancies arise, Huang Kuo-chang only secures 13% support, while Lee Si-chuan leads with 37.26% within the Kuomintang. On the Democratic Progressive Party side, legislator Su Chiao-hui leads with 26.35% support. With the likelihood of a three-way race, Lee Si-chuan could secure 33-35% support and beat his competitors, whereas Huang Kuo-chang would trail at 13%.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The latest poll conducted by the Central Broadcasting System and the Public Opinion Survey Association reveals that the DPP's internal support favors green camp legislator Su Chiao-hui for the 2026 New Taipei City mayoral election, but only former Taoyuan mayor Cheng Wen-tsang, representing the green camp, has the ability to surpass the KMT's strongest candidate, Taipei City Vice Mayor Lee Shih-chuan, by 0.13%. Among the KMT candidates, Lee receives the highest support at 37.26%, followed by Hong Meng-kai, secretary-general of the KMT caucus, at 14%, and New Taipei City Vice Mayor Liu Ho-jan, favored by incumbent mayor Hsu Lung-yi, lags behind with only 5.14% support. In the green camp, when Cheng Wen-tsang, Su Chiao-hui (daughter of former Premier Su Tseng-chang), and DPP Secretary-General Lin Yu-chang are compared, Su receives the highest support at 26.35%. In a hypothetical Cheng-Wen-Lee-Huang Kuo-chang matchup, Cheng leads with 33.42% support, followed closely by Lee at 33.29% and Huang at 12.47%. Even if the DPP nominates Su Chiao-hui, Lee maintains a lead with 33.97% support over Su's 31.35% and Huang Kuo-chang's 12.84%. If the DPP chooses Lin Yu-chang, Lee further widens the gap with 35.22% support, compared to Lin's 25.89% and Huang Kuo-chang's 13.23%. When the KMT's Hong Meng-kai is pitted against Cheng Wen-tsang, Su Chiao-hui, and Lin Yu-chang, Cheng receives 36.33% support, while Su and Lin receive 35.42% and 30.81%, respectively. Huang Kuo-chang garners 13.51%, 14.7%, and 16.27% support in these scenarios. Vice Mayor Liu Ho-jan only receives 18.93%, 18.41%, and 18.94% support when compared to Cheng Wen-tsang, Su Chiao-hui, and Lin Yu-chang, respectively, all falling behind their support levels.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Taoyuan City Councilor Huang Chiung-hui received complaints from the public regarding a construction site in Taoyuan District where construction workers were seen allowing children to run and play on the roof, posing a dangerous situation. After an investigation by the labor inspection department, it was found that a child was brought to the site due to enterovirus, resulting in fines imposed on the construction company for lack of safety measures. The incident raised concerns about construction site safety and management.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In Taipei, a serious accident occurred when a 36-year-old man driving a large truck accidentally collided with a motorcyclist at a green light, crushing the motorcyclist's left leg. The injured motorcyclist, 36, was rushed to the hospital for treatment, and fortunately, his life is not in danger. The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation.
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Reported over 1 year ago
According to statistics from the Ministry of Finance, the personal property and land consolidated tax revenues in Taiwan reached 6.2 billion in May, with an 86% year-on-year increase, hitting a new high for the same period in history. Experts attribute this to the active real estate market, large transaction volumes, and significant increases in property prices, resulting in more sales and higher tax payments. Notably, Taoyuan and Kaohsiung saw the most staggering increases of 158% and 115% respectively. Advice on tax planning strategies for property transactions is also provided.
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Reported over 1 year ago
今日上午，台北內湖科技園區發生停電事故，影響共655戶，台電搶修至12點26分全數復電。經濟部長郭智輝回應指出，停電是因地下電纜久未更換，妥善率不佳所致跳電，與缺電無關。他表示已加強檢查該地區，期望在一、兩天內解決問題。
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Reported over 1 year ago
Global Mall屏東市在年中慶、618購物季之際推出多元回饋，包括點數放大、行動支付優惠、滿額禮等活動，並引進新服飾品牌快閃。此外，即將開設的餐飲新櫃「巴蜀大爺川料理・酸菜魚」是南臺灣首家店，主打川料理及創意菜色。屏東Global Mall也提供優惠活動如消費滿額再多重回饋，並推出夏季服飾及飲食優惠，讓民眾慶祝換季、畢業季及夏日出遊。
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Reported over 1 year ago
An idol group in South Korea reported to the police that they were physically assaulted by the head of their management company, who used a 90cm blunt weapon, all because their dormitory was too dirty. The incident led to the police filing a case of 'special violence,' especially alarming as one of the assaulted members was underage. Investigations are ongoing into this disturbing case of mistreatment in the entertainment industry.
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Reported over 1 year ago
During a legislative session on June 18, 2024, Kuomintang lawmaker Liao Wei-xiang questioned Premier Su Tseng-chang about the amendment prohibiting landlords from charging electricity fees exceeding the total electricity cost. Premier Su expressed commitment to push for the implementation of the amendment in July and assured cooperation. The amendment aims to address concerns of tenants facing potential electricity fee hikes following the increase in electricity prices by Taiwan Power Company.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In a hair salon in Tainan, Taiwan, a 42-year-old man surnamed Xu, while getting his hair washed, suddenly grabbed the wrists of the female stylist and made a gesture as if he was going to grope her chest. The salon staff intervened immediately, the female stylist reported the incident to the police and pressed charges against Xu. The police have identified Xu through surveillance footage and will be summoning him for questioning and punishment according to the law. Xu claimed that he was trying to give the hardworking stylist a massage to relieve her fatigue. The incident is being investigated under the Sexual Harassment Prevention Act.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro, who plays a prosecutor in the mystery series 'The Victim's Game: Season 2,' shared his experience of learning Chinese and adjusting to the working environment in Taiwan during a press event for the show. Kaneshiro, known for his work in various countries, noted significant differences in work environment between Taiwan and Japan, expressing appreciation for Taiwan's humane working conditions and reasonable work hours. He joked about not having time to regret his decision to take on the role, highlighting the positive changes he has observed in Taiwan over the past decade.
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Reported over 1 year ago
During a comprehensive inquiry session by the DPP party in the New Taipei City Council, Councilor Zhuo Guanting raised questions regarding the development of the Shulin Dagan Garden AI industrial park and potential mayoral candidates, requesting Mayor Hou Yu-yi's stance. However, when questioned about the latest KMT internal poll revealed by the media, showing Vice Mayor Lee Sichuan leading by a large margin over Mayor Hou's Deputy Mayor Liu Heran, Hou initially claimed ignorance before admitting to seeing it. Guanting expressed skepticism, suggesting the poll may be purposefully biased to suppress Liu's popularity and elevate Lee's, to which Hou intriguingly responded with 'respecting public opinion.'
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Reported over 1 year ago
President Lai Ching-te met with the Transatlantic Visit Delegation from the Washington think tank Atlantic Council at the Presidential Office, highlighting the support of transatlantic democratic nations for Taiwan. Lai emphasized the importance of democratic countries working together to protect global peace and stability, promoting values diplomacy, strengthening partnerships with democratic nations, and enhancing global democracy, peace, prosperity, and the well-being of their peoples. The delegation included experts in foreign affairs and national security, with discussions focusing on Taiwan's security and international participation. The visit aimed to deepen ties between Taiwan and the US, Latvia, and the Czech Republic, through various mechanisms like economic dialogues and trade initiatives.
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