Kaohsiung Faces Housing, Environmental Challenges
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Kaohsiung, Taiwan, is experiencing shifts in its housing market, with gifts and inheritances comprising a significant portion of property transfers. Meanwhile, a hazardous waste plant fire in the city has led to a shutdown order and maximum fines due to air pollution concerns.
Taiwanese students struggle with exam questions on tariffs, electric vehicles
- Taiwanese students found the college entrance exam's Civics and Society section difficult, with questions on tariffs and electric vehicles. - Many students reported that the answer choices were very similar, making it hard to distinguish the correct option. - The exam included current events such as US-China trade, electric vehicles, and various legal and online shopping issues.
Kaohsiung Police Bust "Zombie" E-Cigarette Packaging Site, Seize Methamphetamine
- Police in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, dismantled a facility used to package "zombie" e-cigarette cartridges containing etonitazene. - During the operation, officers seized approximately 500 grams of methamph…
Kaohsiung's 'King of Mangoes' now in 302 supermarkets nationwide
- Kaohsiung's Liugui district is selling its premium Jin Huang mangoes, known as the "King of Mangoes," in 302 supermarkets nationwide. - These mangoes meet export standards and feature a traceable pr…
Kaohsiung Hit by Typhoon-Like Winds; Meteorological Station Explains Cause
- Kaohsiung experienced strong winds resembling a typhoon on July 13-14. - The Meteorological Station attributed the strong gusts to the interaction between a tropical disturbance in the South China S…
Kaohsiung's 'Great Port Ice' festival to feature 50 vendors, historical tours
- Kaohsiung is hosting its fifth annual "Great Port Ice" summer festival, featuring over 50 popular ice cream and dessert vendors. - The event, held July 18-19, includes a historical walking tour of t…
Taiwanese Motorcyclist Arrested for Drug Driving After Dazed Stance at Green Light
- Police in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, stopped a motorcyclist who appeared dazed and unresponsive at a green light. - The rider attempted to flee but was apprehended with the help of bystanders and officers. …
Elderly man with dementia found safe after riding motorcycle astray in Taiwan mountains
- An 85-year-old man with dementia went missing after telling his family he was going to check on his fields. - Police located the elderly man the following day on a mountain road in Kaohsiung, Taiwan…