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Chinese Speedboat Breaches Tamsui River Mouth: Kuomintang Lin Recognizes Oversight: Radar Not Malfunctioning, Human Error

Reported about 1 year ago

On June 11, 2024 at 2:24 am, a man from mainland China drove a speedboat straight into the Tamsui River mouth. Kuomintang Lin, head of the Mainland Affairs Council, confirmed that the man had previously served as a captain in the Chinese Communist Navy. When questioned about the delayed response of the Coast Guard, Kuomintang Lin acknowledged that the radar surveillance system had not malfunctioned; rather, the 'people' had erred, as both the speedboat and other vessels were already 3 nautical miles away. The lookout claimed 'too many ships to identify,' and no action was taken in the last crucial half hour. She ordered disciplinary action to be taken.

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Andy Lau Concert Update: Rescheduled Show This Week and Egg-Attacking Time Slot for Next Year Revealed

Reported about 1 year ago

After falling ill with RSV, Andy Lau had to cancel his concert last week, but it is now reported that this week's concert will proceed as scheduled. Additionally, the concert schedule for next year has been leaked, with plans for performances at Taipei Arena in March and April. Organizers are also announcing refunds and compensation for last week's canceled shows, offering ticket holders the option to retain their tickets for next year's concerts. Fans are eagerly anticipating Lau's return to the stage in Taiwan.

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Sun Derong Responds to Accusations of Hit-and-run Incident Involving Injuring Pedestrian

Reported about 1 year ago

Known as the 'Ace Agent', Sun Derong, who previously managed popular artists like 5566 and Joe Chen, was recently involved in an incident where he allegedly hit a female pedestrian with his Porsche, failed to stop and drove away from the scene. After investigation, the Shilin District Prosecutors Office decided not to prosecute him due to lack of evidence showing intentional harm. Sun Derong expressed regrets for the incident, mentioning it occurred on a rainy day and he would have stopped if he was aware of hitting someone. The injured woman and Sun reached a settlement. Sun Derong's spokesperson expressed hopes for her swift recovery.

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張孝全首度回應舊情!老婆反應曝光

Reported about 1 year ago

張孝全在Netflix影集《誰是被害者:第2季》記者會上透露與許瑋甯合作心得,並首度回應遭陳匡怡爆出的舊情事。他提到全心準備角色為時兩個月出國生活,讓兒子變得話比較多,笑稱兒子話匣子很多,有時候很煩。對於遭曖昧情曝光,老婆沒有特別反應。許瑋甯則分享在戲中與張孝全的合作默契,卻因對方一句話讓她當場下車氣憤離開。《誰是被害者:第2季》將於6月21日在Netflix全球上線。

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COVID-19疫情升溫,疾管署警告進入流行期

Reported about 1 year ago

根據疾管署公布的數據,台灣國內COVID-19本土確定病例數上升,且疫情進入流行期,累計死亡個案中65歲以上長者占90%。疫苗接種方面,全國接種率為11.36%,但還有許多人尚未接種,特別是高風險對象應加快接種進度。變異株監測發現JN.1變異株為主,呼籲民眾如有症狀應及早使用快篩試劑。疫情持續升溫,民眾應保持警覺並加強防疫措施。

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17歲女高中生端午節騎單車遇害

Reported about 1 year ago

一名17歲女高中生昨天騎單車在台南市永康區遭右轉砂石車輾斃,行車紀錄器拍下了整個意外過程。警消趕抵現場時發現少女無呼吸心跳,經送醫搶救後宣告不治。警方目前調查肇事原因及責任歸屬,警分局也呼籲大型車駕駛要注意慢行,而騎士與行人則需保持安全距離避免進入視線死角。

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Parliamentary Reform to Be Voted on on the 18th? Premier Su Tseng-chang: Pending Presidential Approval

Reported about 1 year ago

TVBS News website reported on June 11, 2024, that the Executive Yuan has decided to propose a reconsideration of relevant amendments related to parliamentary reform. The formal notification was sent to the Presidential Office last Thursday evening, but Premier Su Tseng-chang stated that they have not yet received a response from the Presidential Office. However, the President, who concurrently serves as the party chair, has asked the party to communicate with the public about the controversies over the amendments, while former President Tsai Ing-wen has also offered three pieces of advice!

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YouBike System Glitch Delays Commuters

Reported about 1 year ago

On the morning of June 11, 2024, the first workday after the Dragon Boat Festival holiday in Taiwan, the YouBike system crashed during the peak hours, causing inconvenience to many commuters. Despite some reports of students rushing at National Taiwan University campus, students clarified they were already on break. The system was restored at 8:27 AM, but the Transportation Bureau mentioned possible penalties for the YouBike operator for not submitting reports by the end of June.

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Dental Chain Group Accused of Employing 13 Ghost Doctors to Defraud NHI! Alliance: Supervising Intern Doctors

Reported about 1 year ago

Taiwanese dental chain group 'ABC Dental Alliance' is implicated in employing 13 ghost doctors to fraudulently claim over 40 million NHI fees, with most being foreign medical students. The group's CEO, Xie Shangting, known for connections with political and business figures, is now under scrutiny for alleged illegal activities. In response, the alliance stated that if there were any violations in the supervision of intern doctors carrying out medical tasks by attending physicians within the organization, they would cooperate with judicial investigations.

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Violation! 97 Water Dispensers on Taoyuan Metro Suspended Due to Suspected Sample Mishandling

Reported about 1 year ago

Taoyuan Metro Company halted water supply after receiving reports from the public on June 6th that the sampling process of a water quality testing vendor showed signs of flaws. To ensure drinking water safety, they initiated an internal investigation, suspended water supply as a precautionary measure, and retested the quality of water dispensers. All 97 water dispensers on the metro were inspected by the environmental protection bureau and a third-party independent testing agency has been commissioned.

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KMT Legislator Responds to Allegations from Uncle-in-law in Submarine 3 Case, Urges Investigation

Reported about 1 year ago

KMT legislator Hsu Chiao-hsin has been embroiled in controversy following allegations in the submarine money-laundering case involving her uncle-in-law Du Ping-cheng, who accused Hsu of involvement in submarine sonar, receiving kickbacks, and insider trading during a recent remand hearing. Hsu Chiao-hsin refuted these claims in a five-point statement and urged authorities to investigate.

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Average Height of 18-Year-Olds Revealed: Boys Shrink by 1.2cm, Girls Surpass 161cm

Reported about 1 year ago

According to TVBS News Network, the average height of 18-year-old teenagers in Taiwan has been announced, with girls reaching an average of 161.2cm, growing by 0.5cm, while boys have shrunk by 1.2cm, averaging only 172.1cm. Doctors attribute this trend to factors such as high childhood obesity rates affecting growth hormone secretion and lack of exercise during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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UN Security Council Approves US Version of Gaza Ceasefire Agreement, Hamas Welcomes

Reported about 1 year ago

On June 11, 2024, the United Nations Security Council voted overwhelmingly to pass the Gaza corridor ceasefire agreement proposed by US President Biden, with Hamas also welcoming the decision. With Russia abstaining, all 14 members of the Security Council voted in favor. The resolution mentioned that Israel had accepted a three-stage ceasefire agreement, and Hamas stated their willingness to cooperate with relevant parties to implement the proposal. Washington continues to pressure Israel and Hamas, with US Secretary of State Blinken making his eighth visit to the Middle East to promote the ceasefire agreement. Concerns arise due to significant changes in Israeli politics impacting the ceasefire proposal.

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UBS and Credit Suisse将于7月1日前完成瑞士单位合并,高管表示

Reported about 1 year ago

瑞士信贷和瑞士银行的瑞士单位可能在7月1日前完成合并。来自瑞士信贷的高管称,UBS将于明年完成并购后,预计会在第三季度完成两大单位的合并。UBS瑞士总裁Sabine Keller-Busse表示,该计划进展非常顺利,合并可能会在7月1日前完成。

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Poll: 60% Satisfied with Mayor Gao Hong’an's Governance, 4 Policies Exceeding 80%

Reported about 1 year ago

A poll conducted on June 11, 2024, reveals that 60% of the public is satisfied with Mayor Gao Hong’an's governance, with 4 policies receiving over 80% approval.

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NBA球星哈登女友接到捧花意外 讓他嚇到原地

Reported about 1 year ago

NBA球星哈登在參加朋友婚禮時,他的女友史貝茲意外接到象徵幸福的捧花,讓哈登原地嚇呆,表情猙獰。哈登平常和不同女伴交往,網友紛紛樂觀其成。影片曝光後引起廣大熱議,網友稱「他可能還沒打算定下來」、「不能再浪了」,也有人幽默表示生涯唯一戒指終於要到手了。

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Eason Chan Cancels Concert After Fainting from Heatstroke and Injuring Himself in a Fall, Requiring 30 Stitches

Reported about 1 year ago

Eason Chan, the 'King of Golden Melody', recently announced the postponement of his 6 concert shows in Chongqing in June due to fainting from heatstroke during a tennis game and injuring himself. Chan underwent emergency surgery with over 30 stitches for a fractured cheekbone and skin lacerations, needing at least 3 weeks to recover. This incident follows a recent cancellation in Hangzhou due to a throat condition, adding to unexpected setbacks during his 'Fear and Dreams' tour.

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COVID-19 Cases Increase by 328 Last Week with 20 Deaths; CDC Issues Warning: Epidemic Warming Up and Entering Pandemic Phase

Reported about 1 year ago

As Taiwan enters a flu-like phase following the mask mandate lift, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CDC) warns that the country reported 328 new confirmed local COVID-19 cases with complications and 20 deaths from June 4th to June 10th, indicating a rise compared to the previous week and suggesting an escalating epidemic entering the pandemic phase. With over 2.76 million doses administered, the vaccination rate stands at 11.36%, emphasizing the importance of getting vaccinated to reduce severe outcomes. Surveillance data reveals predominant variants as JN.1, KP.2, and KP.3, with the CDC urging the public to continue monitoring the variant spread and encouraging high-risk individuals to complete their vaccination doses for enhanced protection against severe illness or death.

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Brick Countries Foreign Ministers Meeting: Wang Yi Implicitly Criticizes US for Reviving Cold War Mentality

Reported about 1 year ago

During the BRICS countries foreign ministers meeting in Russia, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi implicitly criticized the US for reviving a Cold War mentality and using geopolitical circles to engage in group confrontations. Wang Yi emphasized the outstanding performance of BRICS countries' cooperation, attracting more countries to join in multilateral cooperation. He also subtly remarked on the US politicizing economic issues through unilateral sanctions and increasing technological barriers, believing that BRICS countries will make the right choices. Russian President Putin mentioned at an economic forum that due to the reliability of Western countries' payment systems being undermined, BRICS countries are establishing an independent payment system immune to external interference, preparing to challenge the dominance of the US dollar.

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【Inside Story】Intense Vote Battle: Blue Committee Member Lu Ming-Cai's 3-Day, 2-Night Study Trip to Kumamoto Revealed

Reported about 1 year ago

Legislative Yuan Finance Committee Nationalist Party member Lu Ming-Cai has scheduled a study trip to Kumamoto, Japan for 3 days and 2 nights, including meetings with Kumamoto Prefecture officials, Otsu Town Hall, and local bank representatives. This trip has sparked controversy due to its timing during sensitive moments in parliament and the President's approval of the revision of parliamentary powers law. Attendees include KMT legislators and representatives from financial institutions like Mega International Commercial Bank, Bank of Taiwan, and Taiwan Cooperative Bank. The unusual nature of this trip has raised questions given its overlap with crucial legislative activities.

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Student Angers Driver by Calling Name Wrongly? Gets Kicked Off Bus

Reported about 1 year ago

A bus driver from Nantou Bus scolded and kicked off a student after the student mispronounced the driver's name when reading it from his name tag inside the bus as he boarded. The driver got angry, shouted at the student for calling his name for no reason, and decided to refuse the student service, resulting in the student being forced off the bus.

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Japanese Yen Depreciation Causes Inflation Impact: Prices of 417 Food Items in Japan Increase in May

Reported about 1 year ago

The depreciation of the Japanese yen has led to significant inflation in Japan, impacting the cost of living for its people. With examples cited from Hokkaido, where subsidies for electricity and gas have been halted, causing increased living expenses, the prices of 417 food items surged in May. Imported olive oil, for instance, doubled in price, leaving many shocked. The continuous rise in prices along with increased living expenses have made it difficult for the Japanese populace, with even basic items like olive oil becoming unaffordable luxury goods, affecting households and restaurants heavily reliant on it.

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Actor Zhang Shuwei Faces Relationship Crisis with Sudden Appearance of His 'Ex-Wife with Long Legs' After Wedding, Stirring Panic

Reported about 1 year ago

Actor Zhang Shuwei, who just had a sweet wedding with Xie Jingying, encountered his 'ex-wife with long legs' in 'My Mother-in-Law Is So Cute 2,' causing panic. His character 'Fa Gui' is thrown into a relationship crisis after his ex-wife disrupts his happiness with Xie Jingying, leading to unexpected twists. Zhang Shuwei shared his similar trait of 'perseverance' with Fa Gui in handling emotions, emphasizing sincerity as crucial in relationships. Actress Huang Peijia plays 'Xiaoou,' discussed facing unexpected challenges and advised women pursuing dreams to be brave and honest about what they truly want, encouraging them to not let age deter them from pursuing their passions.

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Zheng Shih University of Science and Technology Awarded for Excellent Collaboration by Engineers' Association; President Gung Ruei-chang Attends Award Ceremony, Fosters Outstanding Industry-Academia Cooperation and Talent Development

Reported about 1 year ago

Zheng Shih University of Science and Technology has been selected for the 15th time as an outstanding unit for industry-academia cooperation by the Chinese Institute of Engineers, with President Gung Ruei-chang accepting the award. President Gung mentioned the honor reflects the close collaboration between Zheng Shih and the industry, emphasizing the university's focus on nurturing talent aligned with industry demands, enhancing competitiveness in the job market. The university's efforts in strengthening industry-academia partnerships and enhancing connections with regional industries have been praised, with a focus on reducing the gap between academics and practical application.

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Taipei Electrician Making $150,000 a Month Steals Car, Refuses Arrest, Gets Shot by Police, and Ends Up in Jail

Reported about 1 year ago

A man surnamed Chen, who works as an electrician in Taichung, stole a small truck on February 16th in Daoli District. When chased by police, he refused to surrender, hit the police motorcycle twice, and was eventually subdued by three gunshots. He was sentenced to 1 year and 2 months by the Taichung District Court for obstructing official duties, theft, and reckless driving. Chen admitted to the crimes but was found to have driven dangerously during the escape, posing a significant risk to public safety. Despite earning a monthly income of $8-15,000 as an electrician, he did not reconcile after committing the crimes.

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