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Cemetery fire incidents reduced by 60%, demonstrating significant effectiveness of fire prevention awareness campaigns.

7 April, 2025

During the Qingming Festival holiday, the Tainan City Fire Department successfully reduced the number of grass and cemetery fires from last year's 83 cases to 30 cases, a decrease of over 60%. This was accomplished through the use of drone patrols and the deployment of fire trucks and volunteer firefighters to high-risk cemeteries. The Fire Department emphasizes the importance of fire prevention advocacy and reminds citizens to follow the "Four No's and One Must" fire safety rules to enhance tomb-sweeping safety.

During the extended holiday, six cases of drunk driving were investigated, with the highest proportion of drunk driving occurring overnight.

7 April, 2025

During the Qingming Festival holiday from April 3rd to 5th, the police department's first precinct investigated six drunk driving cases, discovering that "next-day hangover" situations were more severe. They remind the public to pay attention to alcohol metabolism issues in their bodies. The police emphasize that one should never drive after drinking; instead, they should rest adequately and consider taking a taxi or finding a designated driver to ensure their own safety and the safety of others.

A residential fire in Guangmiao injured two people, and the cause is still under investigation.

7 April, 2025

A residential house in the Guanmiao District of Tainan City caught fire at 8:13 PM on Sunday, resulting in burn injuries to an 80-year-old woman and her 58-year-old son suffering from smoke inhalation. Both were sent to the hospital but are conscious. The fire destroyed approximately 1.5 square meters of bedding, and the cause is still under investigation. The fire department dispatched six teams with a total of 29 personnel to extinguish the fire. There was thick smoke at the scene, but no open flames, and both mother and son were successfully rescued.

Tainan Guanmiao residential fire occurred! An octogenarian woman and her son are both hospitalized for treatment.

7 April, 2025

A residential fire occurred tonight on Zhongshan Road in the Guanmiao District of Tainan City. An 80-year-old woman was suspected to be trapped inside, but after being rescued by firefighters, she managed to escape. Although she suffered from smoke inhalation and burns, she was sent to the hospital for treatment. Her 60-year-old son was also sent to the hospital for observation due to smoke inhalation. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. The fire department received the report at 8:13 PM and quickly dispatched multiple teams to the scene, where heavy smoke was present, and the woman was successfully rescued.

A woman’s Qingming tomb-sweeping ritual of burning paper money sparked a fire! The front of a Porsche was severely burned, and the repair costs amount to 680,000.

7 April, 2025

A woman in Shanghai accidentally ignited a trash can while burning paper money during the Qingming Festival to honor her ancestors, resulting in a fire that destroyed a neighbor's Porsche luxury car. That day, the woman dumped the still-burning ashes into the trash can, causing the flames to spread. Community residents and security quickly used fire extinguishers to put out the fire. Although there were no casualties, the luxury car's front end was damaged, requiring approximately 150,000 yuan for repairs. The parties involved are negotiating compensation with the car owner, and the community has set up a dedicated iron bucket for sacrificial offerings. Recently, incidents of fires caused by burning paper for rituals have become frequent.

Taoyuan Kueiki burial site fire ignites public grievances; safety day trial measures initiated.

7 April, 2025

The Taoyuan City Huto Mountain Kueiji Landfill has experienced four fires over the past five years, causing public dissatisfaction. Councilors from various parties have demanded explanations for the causes of the fires and have proposed shutting it down and renaming it as a "recycling center." The Deputy Mayor stated that they will strengthen monitoring and improve management. Councilors from the Kuomintang expressed concerns about leachate contamination of water sources and called for the establishment of a monitoring mechanism. An independent councilor criticized the lack of preparedness and urged accountability. The Environmental Protection Bureau Chief has apologized for the fire incidents and mentioned that they will no longer import municipal waste in the future and will enhance resource recycling advocacy.

In Taipei, the number of drunk driving cases involving slow vehicles tripled last year.

7 April, 2025

In Taipei City, the number of DUI cases involving slow vehicles surged to 507 last year, nearly tripling compared to the year before. Among these, 33 cases were sent for prosecution due to public endangerment. Council members pointed out that many people mistakenly believe that riding a bicycle does not count as DUI, which can actually lead to serious accidents and has become a new issue for traffic safety. The Transportation Bureau emphasized that fines for DUI on slow vehicles can reach up to 2400 TWD, while those who refuse breath tests will face a fine of 4800 TWD, and they will strengthen the promotion of related knowledge to reduce violations.

"Taiwan Earthquake Alert" app developer accepted into an American university. Netizens express gratitude: It has become a part of daily life.

7 April, 2025

On April 3rd last year, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Hualien, followed by frequent aftershocks. Lin Ziyou, the developer of the "Taiwan Earthquake Alert" app, was only a high school student at that time, and he has now successfully enrolled at the University of Washington. He mentioned that due to the surge in users, the app encountered some errors, and he apologized to users, stating that they are in the process of fixing it. The app is very practical for many people and has received widespread support, but some users also left comments teasing another Lin Ziyou with the same name.

Legal sanctions against far-right leaders gathered to chant political persecution; audience reaction was tepid.

7 April, 2025

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen held a rally in downtown Paris, complaining that her criminal conviction was political persecution. Although she claimed that 10,000 people attended, the actual turnout was sparse. On March 31, Le Pen was banned from running for office for five years due to the embezzlement of European Parliament funds. Meanwhile, left-wing organizations in France held events at the same time, attracting a large crowd. Polls indicate that Le Pen's electoral strength seems unaffected, but most people support the reasonableness of the verdict, believing that French democracy is functioning well.

Far-right leader sentenced; supporters shout political persecution at rally, but response is lukewarm.

7 April, 2025

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen recently held a rally in Paris, claiming that she is being politically persecuted and stating that the recent criminal verdict against her is actually a political decision. Although her rally saw a large number of buses transporting supporters, the actual turnout was sparse, significantly different from the 10,000 participants claimed by the organizers. At the same time, France's two major left-wing parties held events to defend the rule of law, attracting a large crowd. Despite the verdict not having a significant impact on Le Pen's electoral prospects, polls show that she remains competitive for the 2027 presidential election, though most people believe the verdict is justified and reflects the good functioning of democracy in France.

【International Date Line Review】In-depth exploration of the "private school craze" in Silicon Valley: What are the considerations of parents?

7 April, 2025

Recently, the admission rate for private junior high school entrance exams in Taipei has dropped to 5%, raising significant concerns among many parents regarding private schools. A similar situation has emerged in Silicon Valley, where many parents believe that the quality of private schools surpasses that of public schools, especially in an environment of high housing prices, where the threshold for entering quality school districts is extremely high. Public schools in Silicon Valley are facing budget shortfalls, which affects the allocation of educational resources, leading parents to be more inclined to choose private schools. This phenomenon reflects the polarization of educational choices today, becoming an important issue that parents urgently need to consider.

【Crossing the Date Line Commentary】AI can replicate Studio Ghibli's style, but does it truly understand the soul of Hayao Miyazaki?

7 April, 2025

Recently, the community has sparked a "Ghibli style" trend, with many people uploading photos to ChatGPT to generate cute images, leading to heated discussions. These images remind me of those who have passed away, making me deeply feel the brevity of life. While AI can mimic artistic styles, it cannot replicate the soul of creation. Hayao Miyazaki's works contain profound stories and reflections, which cannot be replaced by AI. Creation should not just be about pursuing traffic, but about expressing the voice within. I hope to help other creators showcase their souls, so that more people can hear them. Ultimately, the essence of creation lies in authentic life experiences, not mere imitation.

The political economy of communication thoughts in Taiwan has entered the post-Feng Jianzan era.

7 April, 2025

Recently, the Chinese national spouse, 亚亚, posted a short video on TikTok supporting reunification with China, which was deemed a threat to national security by the Ministry of the Interior, leading to the cancellation of her residence permit and a deadline for her to leave the country. This has sparked a discussion about freedom of speech and the defense of democracy. Experts have criticized the Lai Ching-te government for suppressing freedom of speech, but have not provided suggestions on the boundaries of defensive democracy. 亚亚's short video is not just an isolated case; it is a reflection of the infiltration of Chinese culture, conveying unification messages through endearing character settings. This subtle operation makes the audience gradually accept Chinese culture while being entertained. Scholars have failed to propose effective strategies in response to the new challenges posed by social media, resulting in stagnation in the discussions of political economy, necessitating a realignment to face the challenges of platform hegemony and algorithms, and to rebuild Taiwan's cultural resistance discourse.

The Political Economy of Communication Thought in Taiwan Enters the Post-Hong Jian-Zan Era

7 April, 2025

A Chinese national, Aya, posted short videos on TikTok promoting unification through military force, which was deemed a threat to national security by Taiwan's Ministry of the Interior, leading to the revocation of her residence permit and a deadline to leave the country. This incident has sparked discussions on the boundaries of free speech and democratic defense, prompting some scholars to criticize the government for suppressing free speech without providing specific recommendations on how to delineate the boundaries of free expression. Furthermore, Aya's short videos are not an isolated event; they reflect China's strategy of cultural infiltration using digital platforms, particularly by conveying political messages through a friendly and harmless image, effectively manipulating the emotions and identities of viewers. In the face of the rise of short video culture, Taiwan's communication academia should rethink its strategies and strengthen criticism of platform hegemony and data manipulation, in order to rebuild democratic defense mechanisms and resist the infiltration of authoritarianism.

Analysis of Taiwan-U.S. Relations Under Trump's Leadership

7 April, 2025

In just two months since taking office, U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked widespread attention with his foreign policy, heightening the "pro-America skepticism" in Taiwan society. Although Trump appointed a Secretary of State and Defense Secretary who emphasize countering China, his stance on Taiwan policy remains unclear. The key focus areas for observing Taiwan-U.S. relations are defense, semiconductor, technology cooperation, and energy. First, the Taiwanese government hopes to raise its defense budget from 2.45% to 3%, but if Trump asks for an increase to 5%, it could put pressure on Taiwan's development. Second, the semiconductor industry faces challenges, and changes in the supply chain, including companies like TSMC, may impact the economy. Regarding technology cooperation, Taiwan needs to avoid the influence of Chinese technology to facilitate market integration with the U.S. Lastly, in terms of energy policy, the Democratic Progressive Party government's poor resource allocation may lead to shortages, increasing Taiwan's dependence on U.S. energy products. Against this backdrop, it remains to be seen whether the DPP government can negotiate reasonable interests and space for Taiwan.

【International Date Line Commentary】AI can imitate Studio Ghibli, but does it understand the soul of Hayao Miyazaki?

7 April, 2025

Recently, the community has sparked a "Ghibli-style" craze, with many people uploading photos to ChatGPT to generate images full of childlike whimsy, leading to lively discussions. In these vividly colored images, the author feels the finiteness and preciousness of life, reminiscing about deceased friends and family. Although AI can mimic the artistic style of Ghibli, it cannot replicate the soul behind the creation. Creation should not solely focus on technique but rather on the genuine experiences and emotions in life. The author emphasizes that the essence of creation lies in expression and feeling, not mere imitation. They hope to use automated tools to help more souls be seen and encourage them to express themselves boldly.

【International Date Line Commentary】Exploring the "Private School Surge" in Silicon Valley, what are the considerations behind parents' decisions?

7 April, 2025

In Taipei, the admission rate for private junior high school entrance exams is as low as 5%, making it said to be "harder than getting into National Taiwan University." This phenomenon reflects the appeal of private schools to modern parents, a situation that resembles the one in Silicon Valley. Local parents generally prioritize private schools, primarily due to the anxiety driven by high housing prices in school districts and insufficient resources in public schools. In Silicon Valley, many families face difficulties in buying homes, leading them to choose private schools for better educational resources. Additionally, the educational culture in Silicon Valley emphasizes academic achievement, with many parents believing that private schools can better meet their children's learning needs. In such an environment, parents are compelled to confront the economic and educational pressures associated with choosing private schools.

The dissemination of political economy thought in Taiwan entered the post-Feng Jianzan era.

7 April, 2025

The Chinese spouse "亞亞" has been identified by Taiwan's Ministry of the Interior as a national security threat for promoting unification with armed force on TikTok, leading to restrictions on her departure from the country. This incident has sparked discussions about freedom of speech and defensive democracy, while also reflecting some scholars' disregard for China's united front tactics. 亞亞's short videos, which appear to be harmless lifestyle shares, actually embed political messages through subtle influence, aiming to dilute Taiwan's collective identity. Communication scholars like 馮建三 have criticized media capital monopolies, but in the context of the new media environment, there is a lack of effective countermeasures against the manipulation of social media. As social platforms become a new ideological battleground, communication theory needs to be redeveloped to address digital totalitarianism and algorithmic manipulation, in order to form more effective cultural resistance mechanisms.

The Taiwan-U.S. relations under the leadership of Trump.

7 April, 2025

At the beginning of his presidency, U.S. President Trump’s foreign policy sparked a "doubt about the U.S." sentiment within Taiwanese society. Although the Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense appointed by Trump value U.S.-Taiwan relations, his intentions regarding Taiwan remain unclear. The relationship between Taiwan and the United States in defense, semiconductors, technological cooperation, and energy is worth paying attention to. The Taiwanese government plans to increase its defense budget to 3% of GDP, but if the U.S. requests an increase to 5%, it could be detrimental to Taiwan's development. In the semiconductor industry, the future of Taiwanese enterprises is influenced by U.S. strategies, which may lead to a brain drain. Technological cooperation can be enhanced, but the U.S. holds reservations about cooperation in the mid-level market between the two sides. Regarding energy policy, Taiwan’s energy allocation is inadequate, which may lead to shortages. The U.S. encourages Taiwan to procure its nuclear and energy products, further deepening dependence. Overall, whether the DPP government can effectively advocate for Taiwan's interests remains to be seen.

Exclusive Report: Dajia Mazu Arrives in Yunlin, Green Camp Town Mayor "Seizes the Palanquin," Pushing Down County Mayor Chang Li-shan.

7 April, 2025

Yunlin County Mayor Zhang Lishan was preparing to hold the sedan chair on the Xiluo Bridge when she was suddenly "blocked" by Xiluo Township Mayor Liao Qiuping, leading to a verbal dispute between the two. In the end, Liao successfully insisted on taking the position of holding the sedan chair. When the Dajia Mazu's sedan chair arrived, officials from Yunlin County and local representatives were already waiting at the scene. Zhang Lishan attempted to claim the right to hold the sedan chair once again, but Liao Qiuping stated, "Religion knows no blue or green," resulting in a tense atmosphere that lasted about 10 minutes. This incident drew attention and dissatisfaction from the gathered crowd.

Hualien Speaker spoke out: Do you support the "recall of Fu Kunqi"? The latest online poll of tens of thousands yielded unexpected results, showing a one-sided situation.

7 April, 2025

Recently, Hualien County Council Speaker Zhang Jun supported the recall of Kuomintang Legislative Yuan Party Group Leader Fu Kun-chi, publicly emphasizing that he and several senior blue camp councilors are facing suppression and defamation. Online polls indicate that over 77% of participants support the recall movement. Zhang Jun stated that Fu Kun-chi's leadership has led to a decline in the Kuomintang's momentum and believes that a separation is necessary to safeguard the party's future and the operation of the legislature.

Title Rewrite: The United States Constructs High Walls, Gradually Disconnecting from International Trade Competition.

7 April, 2025

U.S. President Trump announced high tariffs aimed at preventing the outsourcing of American industries and job opportunities. Two major British media outlets interpret this move as a challenge to the globalized order, signaling that the U.S. will gradually withdraw from the international trade system it established, and that protectionism may persist for years, making it difficult to rebuild the free trade system. Trump referenced the history of raising federal income taxes while lowering tariffs in 1913, arguing that high tariffs once enabled America's rise and should be re-adopted. Vice President Pence stated that globalization has failed to move wealthy countries up the value chain as expected; instead, it has allowed emerging countries like China to rise, and the U.S. is determined to bring manufacturing back. However, Trump's policies contradict the theory of free trade and may severely damage supply chains, prompting alliances among other countries. Experts point out that once high tariff policies are implemented, they tend to last, similar to the Tariff Act of 1930, which caused U.S. trade to shrink by 67%. If Trump's goal is to increase revenue, the policy will be stickier and could also lead to a depreciation of the dollar, bringing uncertainty to the global economy.

The entire Taiwan is in shock over the recall in Yunlin with the appearance of the "Signature Superman"! Submitting 3,500 signature forms at once, the identity has been revealed.

7 April, 2025

Su Chih-fen recently submitted 3,500 petition signatures to civic groups in support of the recall of Kuomintang legislator Ding Hsueh-chung. Media personality Wu Jing-yi praised her actions, emphasizing that this embodies the spirit of safeguarding democracy. The recall petition is currently underway across Taiwan, with 35 pan-blue and 12 green legislators participating. Su Chih-fen expressed gratitude for the support of multiple legislators and behind-the-scenes individuals, calling on everyone to jointly support civic groups.

The U.S. imposed tariffs affecting the Taiwan stock market! Netizens are buzzing about which stock will hit the ceiling.

7 April, 2025

Trump announced reciprocal tariff measures, causing significant fluctuations in global stock markets, raising concerns about the opening of Taiwan's stock market tomorrow. PTT users expressed their sentiments, worried about poor market performance and discussing the trends in Long Yan's stock price. Premier Su Tseng-chang has convened relevant agencies for a meeting to discuss financial response measures, and the possibility of the National Stabilization Fund entering the market to support it has drawn attention. President Lai Ching-te has also gathered business representatives to hear industrial opinions to stabilize the economic situation.

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