Reported over 1 year ago
A dispute over project payment escalated when a 60-year-old cement foreman, owed over a million dollars, brought gasoline to a construction company in New Taipei City on June 17. He threatened to set the office on fire if he was not paid, leading to a prompt arrest by the Sanxia Police Substation on charges of intimidation and endangerment. The foreman claimed the company owed him $1.62 million, but they failed to pay despite negotiations. He was particularly agitated by the extravagant act of the company keeping a $600,000 red dragon and resorted to extreme measures. The police defused the situation by recommending a settlement agreement to prevent further escalation.
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Reported over 1 year ago
王力宏原受邀出席金曲獎頒獎典禮緬懷已逝好友李玟，因爭議請辭後，在重慶演唱會上卻表現酷炫，大秀空中一字馬，演唱〈火力全開〉等多首好歌，呼籲大家莫忘初心熱愛傳統文化。他也在微博開心表示演出過後「熱到～直接火力全開了」，仍展現出48歲令人目瞪口呆的靈活動作及活力。
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Reported over 1 year ago
Jessica will be coming to Taiwan to perform at the Kaohsiung Beer Festival. She will collaborate with the group Gao Wu Ren to sing her song 'Set Me Free' and Gao Wu Ren's 'It's Not Easy.' This collaboration marks the first time that Gao Wu Ren is working with a Korean singer and Jessica's first time performing with a band. The partnership came about after Jessica was impressed by Gao Wu Ren's song 'Only' during the filming of 'Band's Beach' in 2022. The concert will feature a mix of English and Mandarin songs, with Gao Wu Ren looking forward to the opportunity and expressing respect for Jessica's vocal talents.
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Reported over 1 year ago
During Chinese Premier Li Keqiang's visit to Australia and meeting with Australian Prime Minister Albanese to discuss trade relations and regional security, a new poll by the Australia-China Relations Institute revealed that 71% of Australians distrust China, with 50% believing a military conflict with China within 3 years is likely. Furthermore, 35% support Australia sending troops to defend Taiwan if China attacks. The survey also showed that 64% believe Australia should increase defense spending, and 48% support acquiring nuclear submarines as a precaution against Chinese military threats, a 4% increase from last year.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Taiwanese MLB player Zhang Yu-Cheng announced his decision to return to Taiwan and participate in the CPBL draft, with the Fubon Guardians likely to pick him as the first overall draft. Zhang mentioned feeling homesick, expressing gratitude to the Rays and confirming his attendance at the 2024 CPBL draft. The Guardians are eager to sign him and have high hopes for him to become the highest-paid first-round pick in CPBL history.
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Reported over 1 year ago
DPP Tainan City Party's new chairman Guo Guowen recently appointed former city councilor Gu Mu-ha as the party's executive director, aiming to enhance party activities. Guo Guowen emphasized the recruitment of youth party members to strengthen connections with the younger generation and address the discrepancy in youth support during the presidential election. The new team also includes experienced party workers and focuses on party reform and engaging veteran party members.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The Beitun District Security Meeting was held by Taichung City Police Fifth Precinct at the precinct's auditorium on June 18, 2024, with nearly 200 people in attendance. Various community representatives, including city councilors, neighborhood leaders, schools, financial institutions, and security companies, participated in the event, showcasing the community's concern for safety and security. The meeting focused on community policing, anti-fraud efforts, and traffic safety, emphasizing the crackdown on noise pollution-causing vehicles and enhancing law enforcement on accident-prone roads. Through this meeting, the police aimed to strengthen collaboration with residents and create a safer living environment in the Beitun District.
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Reported over 1 year ago
When preparing for his wedding, a groom was shocked when his future father-in-law demanded all wedding cars to be luxury Mercedes-Benz or BMWs, despite the groom having already put his savings towards a house and relying on his parents for wedding expenses. His fiancee supported her parents' demands, even suggesting he borrow money from relatives. Unable to meet these demands, the groom decided to call off the wedding, as communication with his fiancee's family was unsuccessful and only led to further pressure and insults. Netizens sympathized with the groom's situation and advised him to move on from a relationship focused on money rather than love.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, New Taipei City councilor Dai Weishan received complaints from parents that a cooperative at an elementary school in Zhonghe not only sold high-calorie foods like candy and hot dogs but also issued vouchers that could not be changed back, for example, exchanging two 10-dollar vouchers for a 20-dollar item without getting the extra 5 dollars back. It was suspected that money from the students (referred to as 'A students') was involved. In response, the school will hold the outsourcing company accountable for violating regulations and has requested the cooperative to reissue exchange vouchers to the students.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Hidden camera photography is everywhere, so people must be vigilant! A popular hotel in Taitung was recently caught with hidden cameras in the bathroom, sparking public outrage. How can one prevent hidden camera photography? Where should one pay special attention to in places like overnight accommodations, hotels, and restaurants? And what to do in the event of discovering hidden camera photography? Stay tuned with Yahoo for the complete guide on these topics!
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Reported over 1 year ago
Uni-Lions Cheerleading Team's popular queen Se-Seven (Lin Yi-Wen), known as the 'Southern Overlord Popularity King,' made headlines during the Asian Championships. Recently, she participated in a self-produced reality show by Sanlih News Network, where she revealed a forbidden rule of hers while the host and co-host were left shocked and amused by her bold statements. The episode is set to premiere on Tuesday at 9:30 PM on the show's official Youtube channel.
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Reported over 1 year ago
FTNN News Network June 18, 2024, 2:10 a.m. [FTNN News Network] - The group 'MEME' composed of 'Taiwan Beer Leopard Girls' Xiaofeng, Xiaoxiao, Strawberry, Anru, Xiaoti, and Yuxuan held their debut press conference. Xiaoxiao, dubbed 'Machi-Hyoga's new favorite' by the public, clarified in an interview that Machi-Hyoga is like a senior who takes care of her, revealing that her first appearance on the show 'Variety Big Collection' was also personally arranged by Machi-Hyoga. Despite the stereotype of cheerleaders having close relationships with athletes, the group shared that they are required to manage their emotions well by their managers. Xiaoxiao expressed gratitude towards Machi-Hyoga for providing her with exposure opportunities and mentoring her.
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Reported over 1 year ago
南拳妈妈20年的团体爆出内讧，宇豪公司下属的秘密音乐对彈頭所属的团体“小南拳”提出1000万台币的假扣押，导致团体活动可能受到影响，但彈頭仍表示与宇豪有交情。
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Reported over 1 year ago
According to TVBS News Network on June 18, 2024, at 2:08 AM, a celebrity revealed receiving an invitation from a Chinese film and television company to establish the 'Taiwan Unity Party' and sought artist Yu Tian as party chairman. However, Kuomintang Taipei City Councilor Zhang Sigan disclosed that he had received a similar email last December and recognized it immediately as a scam.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Must Appear Creation, known for its expertise in organizing concerts, held its shareholders' meeting on June 18, 2024, with Chairman Zhou Youyang presiding. The company reported a consolidated revenue of NT$2.56 billion for the 112th fiscal year, showing a 96% growth compared to the previous year, with an EPS of NT$6.68. Must Appear participated in numerous large-scale concert tours since Q1 of the 112th fiscal year, involving various renowned artists both locally and internationally. The company's revenue hit a record high of NT$4.2 billion in May of the 113th fiscal year, marking stable growth. Chairman Zhou expressed plans to enhance operations and explore diverse business perspectives in response to the market demand. Besides strong financial performance, Must Appear received international recognition for its stage and lighting designs, winning prestigious awards for its work on various concert tours.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, at 2:08 AM, a video circulated online showing a criminal spraying an unknown substance on clothes and a car's side mirror. A woman checks it, begins to feel faint upon opening the car door, leading to a robbery. However, experts explained that the video's scenario, resembling a movie plot with using anesthetic, is not feasible in open spaces and lacks the necessary dosage for sedation, debunking the idea that drugs could be administered in this manner. The video's origin was traced to a Facebook page known for sharing scripted scenario videos, highlighting the fictional nature of the content.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A woman in her 50s was found lying on the sidewalk in Taipei City's Songjiang Road after falling from a building, with no vital signs upon arrival of emergency services. Despite efforts to save her, she was later pronounced dead. The cause of the fall and the woman's identity are still under investigation. TVBS reminds readers that suicide cannot solve problems but only causes immense pain to family members. Hotline numbers for support and counseling are provided in the article.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Sun Anzuo sparked attention by bringing a 'gas gun' to a nightclub, with his agent emphasizing that it was just a 'large lighter' with no harmful capabilities. Publicly clarifying that the gun was harmless, the agent announced an upcoming charity event at the end of August to showcase Sun Anzuo's developed cold weapons.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, the Zhongshan Police Station in Taipei traced and arrested a wanted couple engaged in drug and weapon possession at a hotel in Taoyuan. The couple, who were both wanted for separate crimes, were found in possession of drugs, a modified gun, and 18 financial cards belonging to others, indicating potential involvement in fraud. The case is under further investigation by authorities.
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Reported over 1 year ago
根據自主航運初創公司Orca AI的一項研究顯示，全球商業航運業可以透過在海上導航中部署人工智慧，每年減少4,700萬噸碳排放。該技術的應用可以通過實時提醒船員，減少因與高風險海上目標接觸而需要進行機動和航線偏移的情況。航運業負責運送約90%的全球貿易，貢獻了近3%的全球二氧化碳排放量。除非實施更嚴格的污染控制措施，否則這一份額預計將在未來幾年內增加。
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Reported over 1 year ago
A recent hot topic for those following European and American live-streamers is Taiwanese high school student Ray, who not only had American influencer Kai fly to Taiwan to attend his graduation ceremony but also surprised everyone by posing for a photo with Jinny. Netizens are amazed by his wide network of connections.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Actress Sun Ke-fang, who gave birth to her son 'Little Sun' with husband Liu Guan-ting in March, revealed her pregnancy weight gain of 28 kg. After the birth of their son weighing 3400 g at 37 weeks, Sun Ke-fang managed to lose 15 kg through exercise and aims to return to her pre-pregnancy weight of 44 kg. Juggling parenting and moving houses, Sun Ke-fang shared their chaotic early parenting experience, with husband Liu Guan-ting being a supportive partner. Sun Ke-fang appreciates her husband's help and teamwork in caring for their son, 'Little Sun,' in their sleep-deprived days with humor and love.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Fans are thrilled as Jessica teams up with GOLDFISH and FANGLE for a surprise collaboration at the Kaohsiung Beer Music Festival. The festival will take place at Dream Mall's plaza from July 5th to 7th and features a lineup of 8 top Korean stars, 1 Thai idol, and over 25 Taiwanese singers. Jessica expresses excitement about this fresh collaboration, revealing her fondness for GOLDFISH and FANGLE's music since hearing it in the drama 'The Sound of Your Heart' and looks forward to performing 'Set Me Free' and 'It's Not Easy' together. Both groups are eager for the partnership, despite nerves, as they prepare for the event.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Assistant Chief of Staff Rosanna Clemente revealed that Ukraine successfully shot down a $350 million Russian A-50 AWACS plane using US-made Patriot missile system over the Black Sea earlier this year. The Russian Federal Investigative Committee confirmed the incident and issued an arrest warrant for Ukraine's 138th Air Defense Missile Brigade commander Mykola Dzyaman. This successful shootdown is seen as Ukraine's most significant victory using the Patriot system, showcasing their enhanced air defense capabilities with Western aid. The loss of the A-50 plane significantly impacts Russia's air superiority in the Ukrainian battlefield, highlighting Ukraine's progress in training and tactical deployment.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Parents consider their children as their precious treasures and want to provide them with the best in the world. While showering them with love, timely education is essential. Teacher Xiao Meng pointed out the top 3 zodiac signs that are most likely to spoil and pamper their children. The top 3 includes Cancer, known for their strong protection and nurturing nature, Sagittarius for their support and respect towards children, and Taurus for their endless capacity for forgiveness and understanding towards their children's mistakes.
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