Reported about 1 year ago
On June 10, 2024, a man surnamed Ruan in his 60s was caught after illegally crossing from a Chinese fishing port to Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf in Taiwan. Ruan, restricted from leaving China due to unfavorable comments, used a speedboat to cross the Taiwan Strait alone in hopes of finding freedom. He was arrested upon arrival, investigated, and is now under the custody of the Immigration Agency. The incident involved a collision with a ferry in Tamsui River, leading to Ruan being detained for violating laws regarding cross-strait relations. However, as no illegal items were found on the boat, he was later released. Further investigation is ongoing to clarify the details of his entry into Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Democratic Progressive Party legislator Shen Boyang recently proposed to manage the 'Fifth Column,' sparking controversy. In an interview, he stated that surveillance is not the goal and emphasized the need for transparency mechanisms for high-risk individuals like legislators and village chiefs when traveling to China. Shen clarified that not all members of the Fifth Column are Chinese Communist Party spies; rather, it encompasses individuals susceptible to Chinese influence due to business or family ties in China. He advocates establishing declaration mechanisms and management methods, not surveillance or tracking as misconstrued by the public.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Arnold Palmer unveils the new 'Young Line' collection in collaboration with iconic American cartoon Care Bears and Taiwanese emerging illustrator Carrothead ㄙ, featuring designs inspired by Taiwan and merging Eastern and Western elements. The collection includes two main lines: 'Care Bears x Arnold Palmer Exploring Taiwan Series' and 'Carrothead ㄙ x Arnold Palmer: Hello Taiwan! Series', bringing a fresh colorful touch to summer outfits. The collection is available at the 'Bear YOUNG Berry Shop' pop-up store, where visitors can enjoy various promotions and exclusive gifts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Han Kuo-yu, a legislator from the People First Party, complained that his criticisms of the Democratic Progressive Party were edited out of an interview with media personality Fan Chia-fei on her online show 'Fei Aunt's Thoughts,' leading to a back-and-forth dispute. Fan Chia-fei responded with a lengthy Facebook post addressing the criticisms and explaining the editing process, emphasizing the show's aim to provide information effectively. The incident sparked debates and raised questions about communication and trust in politics.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As the Dragon Boat Festival long weekend comes to an end, popular tourist spots in eastern Taiwan, including Taitung, have suffered a significant decline in tourism due to ongoing earthquakes, with Taitung City looking deserted. A former Taitung county councilor posted photos of the empty streets, attributing the drop in visitors to fears following the recent natural disasters and transportation issues. The impact of the earthquakes is also evident in Hualien's tourism sector, with traffic volume on the Suhua Highway significantly lower than last year. In Yilan, tourist numbers and hotel occupancy rates for the holiday were halved, with attractions like Qingshui Geo-thermal Park seeing a noticeable decrease in visitors. Local businesses are urging the government to provide tourism subsidies to help revive the industry and address transportation challenges.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A private shrine in Tainan, Taiwan, 'Tainan Yuzhi Wuxuantan,' faced backlash as they announced the marriage of Guan Sheng Emperor and Mazu from the Beishanwei LuerMen TianHou Temple. The ceremony was met with disapproval from some followers and the public. During their visit to the temple, the 'good omen' incense offering was cut short by a sudden rainstorm, causing netizens to comment on the weather, with some joking that even the weather forecasters might shed a tear. The unexpected rainstorm led to online discussions about whether it was a divine sign or merely a coincidence.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Musician Lin Long-xuan, who previously struggled with stress and emotions, founded the Contemporary Mindfulness Academy to promote mental well-being through mindfulness. His 29-year-old son, Lin Ting-Han, also became a mindfulness teacher after a year of training, becoming the world's youngest. Lin Ting-Han pursued mindfulness due to an interest in meditation from a young age, found it helpful in managing emotions during the pandemic, and underwent rigorous training to qualify as a teacher. He plans to teach alongside his father to spread happiness and well-being.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Town Port Park Community University collaborates with Fuxing Elementary School and Qianzhen Library to conduct two paper play-related courses focusing on creating and promoting unique stories related to local life and communities. Participants use memories and interviews to draw inspiration from the Xiliaoja area and the library's collection on Indigenous culture, creating and performing paper play stories to raise awareness of the cultural and environmental aspects. The initiative aims to promote kindness and public issues while fostering creativity and community engagement.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chien Chih-Hsien of the CTBC Brothers delivered a strong performance with 3 hits in the previous game, earning the MVP title. However, on June 10th against the Fubon Guardians, he started from the bench with the head coach Hirayama Keiichi attributing the decision to significant lineup adjustments related to the Guardians' pitcher Bland. The coach emphasized the need to maintain Chien's good condition and adapt the lineup based on opposing pitchers. The article also mentioned other lineup changes and the humorous interaction between the coach and the player Cheng Tsung-Hsien.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Huang Renxun, the CEO of NVIDIA, not only became wealthy through developing AI chips, but also succeeded in real estate investments, spending 55 million USD on properties in California and Hawaii. A netizen shared photos of Huang Renxun's three mansions, with house sizes around 224 to 337 pings, prompting curiosity about whether Taiwan has similar luxury homes. Responses included mentions of luxurious properties like Yulicastle in Yilan, Lio Tzu Garden in Tainan, and mansions on Yangmingshan or Taichung's Elite Hill, with one netizen mentioning a high-end residence in Taipei's Daan District with a 290 ping monthly management fee exceeding 7 ten thousand, highlighting the stark contrast in wealthy lifestyles.
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Reported about 1 year ago
歐洲央行的9月政策會議將對官員們決定是否再度削減利率至關重要，理事會成員彼得·卡齊米爾表示，他暗示排除了7月的可能性，他和同事需要更多數據和時間來評估經濟的物價風險。卡齊米爾將九月形容為一個關鍵月份，表示那將是重新評估我們的立場並決定是否需要調整我們的貨幣政策設置的正確時機。卡齊米爾的言論是自歐洲央行上週將利率削減了四分之一點以來，政策制定者對未來路徑的最明確表述，同時提高了對2024年和2025年通脹預測，使投資者對前些時候在今年已定價了三次降息的展望蒙上陰影。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan received 3 gold and 5 silver medals at the 2024 Asian Physics Olympiad held in Malaysia, ranking 5th among 27 countries/regions and 208 participating students. The team of 8 students underwent rigorous training led by professors from local universities, with students from institutions like Taichung First Senior High School and Taipei Municipal Jianguo High School achieving remarkable results. The Ministry of Education plans to continue identifying and training talented students for international competitions to foster more physics talents for the nation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Stan Druckenmiller, who managed the successful hedge fund Duquesne Capital Management, now directs his personal wealth through Duquesne Family Office. He achieved a 41% return in a recent three-year period, outperforming the S&P 500. As of the first quarter, Druckenmiller invested 20.1% of his portfolio in Microsoft and Coupang, with both stocks showing strong performance. Microsoft is excelling in AI, software, and cloud services, while Coupang dominates the South Korean e-commerce market and is expanding into Taiwan. Analysts project positive growth for both companies, but suggest investors wait for a better valuation before buying Microsoft's stock.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Traders are preparing for heightened volatility as they face the impact of two major economic events on Wednesday: the release of the consumer price index report in the morning and the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision in the afternoon. The options market indicates expectations of a 1.25% movement in the S&P 500 Index that day, and traders are closely monitoring inflation data and Fed Chair Jerome Powell's statements for insights into potential rate cuts. Market participants are adjusting their positions in response to mixed options activity and are positioning for potential outcomes based on economic forecasts and future Fed policy decisions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a Bank of America branch in Fort Myers, Florida, a bank robbery occurred in February with a hostage situation. A sniper outside the bank shot and killed the robber who was using a hostage as a shield, skillfully shooting through a computer screen on the table to hit the robber. The surveillance footage of the incident went viral online, showing the sniper's precise marksmanship. The Lee County Sheriff's Office praised the sniper's well-trained response in handling the situation and successfully neutralizing the threat.
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Reported about 1 year ago
美國100歲二戰老兵特倫斯與96歲美嬌娘斯惠林在法國諾曼第登陸地共結連理，年齡合共近200歲的眷侶證明永恆愛不受年齡限制。儀式在卡朗唐萊馬賴鎮市政廳舉行，特倫斯表示是他一生中最美好的一天，斯惠林則說這不僅年輕人的專利。婚禮象徵性舉行，兩人可以隨時返回美國完成法定手續，並接受法國總統馬克宏邀請參與國宴，展現特殊新婚之夜。
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the sales period of the Taichung project 'Baoyu Fengyun,' buyers were illegally required to pay a 100,000 NTD deposit before being allowed to take the contract back for review. Upon investigation by the Fair Trade Commission, this practice was deemed to disrupt transaction order, resulting in a 300,000 NTD fine imposed on the developer Baoyue Company. The company defended themselves by claiming unfamiliarity with the sales process since March 2023, but the Commission countered that such restrictions are in violation of the Fair Trade Act and disadvantageous to buyers. The incident reflected the lack of accessible information for home buyers in Taiwan's real estate market.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 6th, South Korean actor Yoo Yeon-seok's visit to Taiwan attracted a frenzy of fans, but also led to dangerous chaos as some fans engaged in stalking behavior, jeopardizing traffic and the safety of the artist. Despite the initial excitement of his fan meeting in Taiwan, it became one of the most disorderly visits by a Korean star in recent years, with issues including excessive fan car chasing and fans intruding on Yoo Yeon-seok's hotel privacy, creating safety concerns and disruptions. The incident has sparked controversies and raised questions over public safety.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Chinese social media influencer known as 'Peach Blossom Baby' traveled to Thailand to enhance her buttocks by injecting over 400 hyaluronic acid fillers, resulting in a severe infection that led to pus drainage. The influencer had a history of injecting various fillers including hyaluronic acid, silicone oil, and PMMA in China, which were banned substances. This incident serves as a cautionary tale against excessive cosmetic procedures. Similar cases of complications from buttocks enhancement procedures have been reported previously, highlighting the risks involved in such treatments.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Due to heavy rain, there has been a risk of landslides in mountainous areas, with falling rocks reported near 39.6 kilometers on Taiwan Provincial Highway No. 9. Motorcycles can still pass with difficulty, as scattered rocks are visible on the road and have severely damaged the nearby guardrails. Construction personnel have been dispatched to the scene, advising the public to avoid the affected section and take alternative routes. Motorcycles can barely pass through the falling rocks at 39.6K on Taiwan Provincial Highway No. 9. (Photo provided by the public)
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Reported about 1 year ago
一名人妻在社群平台分享，丈夫意外身故後，400萬的保險金被公婆全數收走，原本想作為孩子的教育基金而被拒絕，引發家庭矛盾。人妻目前與公婆同住，生活壓力大，因公婆認為這錢是兒子留給他們而不肯交出，她表示擬考慮搬離家中。網友對此表達同情，質疑公婆行為。
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Reported about 1 year ago
A significant number of tourists at Taitung's Brown Avenue choose to ride electric bicycles, leading to 60 accidents last year in Chishang Township, resulting in 2 deaths. The county government has established regulations to ensure safety for operators and tourists, emphasizing that most accidents are due to human error. The regulations include periodic vehicle inspections, proper licensing, speed limits, and designated routes. Electric vehicle operators stress the importance of responsible driving behavior to prevent further injuries and emphasize that speeds are limited to 20 km/h, offering protection to both operators and tourists.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During a 3-day holiday weekend, several cold drink shops in Kaohsiung's Cijin district were broken into by thieves. The burglars targeted multiple shops in a row, including a nougat vendor and a dumpling shop, stealing cash, vacuum cleaners, and electrical wires. It is believed that the thieves took advantage of the holiday when there were more tourists and business was bustling. The police have identified the burglars and are actively pursuing them. The burglars, captured on surveillance cameras, were seen sneaking around after the shops closed, with one acting as a lookout and the other carrying out the thefts. Fortunately, no valuable items were taken from the targeted shops.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Huangpu Military Academy will hold a ceremony marking its 100th anniversary, featuring a parade where, for the first time, two female students from the National Defense University will participate in the traditional marching formation. This event is significant as future military academy parades are expected to eliminate this practice, making this year's parade a historical moment. President Tsai Ing-wen is set to attend, alongside military representatives from allied countries. The celebration aims to counter China's narrative regarding the Huangpu Military Academy's legacy, with over 10,000 attendees expected at the event in Taiwan's Fengshan, only about 100 from mainland China. The event also symbolizes the academy's historical legitimacy by showcasing uniforms from different eras. Interactions with countries like the U.S. highlight Taiwan's role in the democratic alliance and the ongoing promotion of the Huangpu spirit in Fengshan, Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Chinese man was found by the Northern Division of the Coast Guard Bureau on June 9th, on a speedboat heading recklessly towards the Tamsui River, leading to an interception at the Fisherman's Wharf. The man and the boat were detained, with the case transferred to the local prosecutor's office for further investigation into the motives. This unexpected incident occurred even before the scheduled military exercise by the Marine Corps in July to protect the Tamsui River mouth, causing tension among the military. Source: CTWANT
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