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National Taiwan University (NTU) has announced the graduate thesis quality and review standards for over 40 departments or degree programs, with the exception of the department involved in past plagiarism disputes. The Graduate Institute of National Development, which was implicated in the rescission of degrees awarded to former Hsinchu City mayor Lin Chih-chien and Vice Premier Cheng Wen-tsan, has not yet released its thesis verification policy. In response, NTU’s Office of Academic Affairs expressed regret over the disputes and implemented measures to enhance the quality of graduate theses. Some departments are still discussing the new directions. Under the new policy, each department is required to establish their own evaluation mechanisms, which may include limitations on the number of graduate students per professor, originality standards for theses, and a threshold for acceptable content similarity.

在追逐夢想、事業與愛情的旅途中，無人能及美國流行天后泰勒絲（Taylor Swift），不僅以其音樂才華贏得全球樂迷的喜愛，也以其大膽的愛情支持，獲得不少體育迷的喜愛。近日，日本駐美國大使館在一份聲明中，特別提到泰勒絲的愛情與事業兩不誤，並肯定她對於即將到來的超級盃，展現出超乎常人的熱情。據大使館聲明，泰勒絲在2月10日結束東京的演唱會後，將挑戰12小時飛行和17小時時差，趕回美國拉斯維加斯、前往現場觀看超級盃（Super Bowl）賽事。此舉不僅展現泰勒絲對於自己事業與粉絲們的專業態度，也顯示出她對球星男友凱爾斯（Travis Kelce），以及所屬的堪薩斯城酋長隊（Kansas City Chiefs）支持態度。

The Taipei City Government has received proposed rental fee standards for the Taipei Dome from the Farglory Group. The Department of Sports confirmed that ticket sales and rental costs for domestic baseball games amounted to NT$525,000, including a 10% ticket sales cut. For non-ticketed events open to the public, venue rent costs rise to NT$1.05 million. The Taipei Dome has established its venue rental pricing standard after three months of trial run and submitted it to the city government. The rental fee will vary based on event types and standards, with utilities calculated separately. Different rates apply to international baseball events, non-baseball events, non-sporting events, and specific events like concerts or exhibitions. Rental costs also differ based on whether the venue is fully opened or not. The Farglory Group has provided the proposed fee standards to the city government for evaluation and a public announcement will be made after discussions.

奧克拉荷馬雷霆（Oklahoma City Thunder）在周三的比賽中，以105-100擊敗了丹佛金塊（Denver Nuggets）。雷霆隊的主將吉爾吉斯-亞歷山大（Shai Gilgeous-Alexander）賽前傳出身體不適可能無法出賽，然而他卻打出了本月第14場得分最少30分的表現，並在這場比賽中攻下34分，成為雷霆隊的致勝關鍵。

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announces pay rise for Taipei Zoo conservation workers, with bonuses ranging from NT＄3,000 to NT＄5,000 based on animal risk levels. Chiang emphasizes the challenging conditions of the job and the need for intelligence and physical labor. The bonuses for high-risk duties have not been adjusted in over 30 years, potentially causing a brain drain. Chiang has been actively working to increase zookeeper wages and improve their conditions. He calls for attention to zookeeper welfare and animal protection issues and reveals plans for the Taipei Zoo’s 110th anniversary in 2024. This pay increase further showcases Taipei as a city that values its workers’ contributions to biodiversity.

The Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) has approved a comprehensive plan for the Taichung Metro Blue Line and a feasibility study for the Taiwan Railway’s coastline dual-track. The completion of the transit system is estimated to be in 10 years, costing NT＄1615.14 billion, with NT＄675.59 billion borne by the central government. The Blue Line will connect Taichung Port to the city center, serving as the city’s most crucial east-west axis. It will also connect with the Green Line to form a cross-axis network. An agreement on the deployment of the Blue Line’s Shalu Overpass section was reached by the MOTC and Taichung City Government. The completion of the Taichung Metro Blue Line and the Taichung Port rail line’s dual track system is expected to improve the Taichung area’s rail infrastructure and spur balanced development in urban, rural, and coastal regions.

New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih emphasizes the importance of party unity and proposing laws that resonate with the public, regardless of the Kuomintang (KMT) leader. This statement comes in response to KMT legislator Lai Shyh-bao’s withdrawal from the election for the KMT caucus whip. Hou believes that communication and consensus between parties, focusing on Taiwan’s future and public welfare, are crucial. He reiterates the significance of unity within the KMT and presenting laws that resonate with the public for Taiwan’s future. Hou, who has resumed mayoral duties after the presidential election, launches his mayor’s action governance forum in New Taipei City’s Yonghe District. He plans to continue progress on various projects, including sewage systems, parking facilities, and transit networks, with the expectation of obtaining more budget due to the KMT winning more seats in the legislature.

Taiwan’s Premier Chen Chien-jen expresses relief and happiness over the resolution of the planned strike by EVA Air pilots. An agreement was reached between the pilots union and the company, averting the strike during the Lunar New Year period. Premier Chen visited a private AnKang education and nursing institution in Taoyuan City, presenting special meal funds and New Year grab bags ahead of the holidays.

Keelung City Mayor George Hsieh has announced a collaboration with the University of California, Berkeley to offer a remote course for high school students in Keelung. Out of 249 applicants, 30 students will be selected for the program, which will begin next month. This initiative is part of Hsieh’s plan to promote academic excellence locally and he aims to introduce more courses in 2024 to provide Keelung’s top high schoolers with high-quality international education. The selected students will participate in a course focused on the autonomous vehicle industry, learning programming in Python and various algorithms. Classes will be held twice weekly from February 24 to March 24 at the city hall briefing room. Upon completion, students will receive a certificate of completion from UC Berkeley. This collaboration aims to encourage local education and retain talented students in Keelung.

The Taiwan Lantern Festival 2024 will be held in Tainan on February 3, featuring lantern areas in Anping and the High Speed Rail (HSR), covering a combined area of about 50 hectares. The Anping Lantern Area will be open from February 3 to March 10, while the HSR Lantern Area will be open from February 24 to March 10. The HSR lantern area, spanning about 28 hectares, is located around the International Convention Center Tainan (ICC Tainan) and consists of three main sections: the main exhibit, ＂Light in the City,＂ and a ＂green-energy＂ zone. The main exhibit will have 11 themes, while ＂Light in the City＂ will guide visitors through Tainan’s 400-year history using sound, light, and art. One of the main attractions in ＂Light in the City＂ is the art installation called ＂Infinity Cube,＂ a 16-meter-high structure funded by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) at a cost of over NT$10 million. The Infinity Cube is made up of thousands of mirror-reflective plates, creating diverse visual effects that reflect the surrounding environment during the day and illuminate the city at night. Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che expressed gratitude to TSMC for its sponsorship and believes it will attract more visitors to the festival. TSMC sees this artwork as an embodiment of its ESG vision, focusing on green manufacturing, responsible supply chains, a diverse workplace, talent development, and caring for the underprivileged.

Top Taiwanese leaders from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) are recognizing the need for fresh approaches and new policies to connect with the youth after a challenging electoral run in Taichung City. Legislative Deputy Speaker Tsai Chi-chang expressed his concerns to DPP Chairman Lai Ching-te, pledging to introduce novel ideas and practices over the next four years to gain youth support. In response, Lai stated his intention to proactively address youth issues and develop a strategic plan to win back young supporters. Tsai believes that Lai’s forthcoming policies will generate further optimism among the younger population. DPP legislator Ho Hsin-chun and councilor Chiang Chao-kuo echoed these sentiments, urging the party to prioritize young people’s ideas and adjust existing regulations to meet their expectations. DPP caucus whip in the Taichung City Council, Lee Tien-sheng, also acknowledged the disconnect with the younger generation and emphasized the need for the party to work harder to gain their support and recognition.

Chiang Wan-an vows to enhance communication with the council after his budget proposals, including the ＂Taipei International Music Festival＂ and free 30-minute YouBike rides, were rejected. He hopes council members will understand the purpose of the budget plans and is open to making adjustments based on their views. Chiang remains committed to better communication, particularly regarding the music festival and YouBike service. He appreciates the recommendations made by councilors during the budget review process and assures that the city government will be open-minded and make appropriate adjustments.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is considering constructing a second facility in Japan’s Kumamoto Prefecture, with an announcement expected in February. The new facility is projected to attract an investment of around two trillion Yen, roughly NT$421.6 billion. TSMC’s first plant in Kumamoto is nearing completion, indicating a significant expansion of the Taiwanese company’s operations in Japan. Industry analysts speculate that this development, along with the completion of TSMC’s first plant, could attract more semiconductor-related industries, including those from Taiwan, to Kumamoto. The new plant is expected to produce semiconductor products ranging from 7 to 16 nanometers. TSMC currently holds the tenth position in the list of 2023’s top global companies by market value, with a valuation of $53.498 billion, or about NT$1.67 trillion, according to UK-based financial services provider City Index.

美國職籃（NBA）底特律活塞隊（Detroit Pistons）本季戰績相當慘澹、目前位居聯盟爐主，沒想到在29日對上身為西區第1、全聯盟第2的奧克拉荷馬雷霆隊（Oklahoma City Thunder）時「不坦了」，以120比104取勝，讓球迷看傻了眼。

美國流行天后泰勒絲（Taylor Swift）為堪薩斯城酋長隊（Kansas City Chiefs）男友凱爾斯（Travis Kelce）加油，在AFC冠軍賽中見證，他們擊敗巴爾的摩烏鴉隊（Ravens）闖入超級盃。身穿紅色毛衣、黑色短裙和黑色大衣的泰勒絲，賽後，被拍到她衝入賽場和酋長隊一同慶祝，她還給了凱爾斯一個熱吻並緊緊抱住他，再一次在眾多粉絲面前公開放閃。

堪薩斯酋長（Kansas City Chiefs）在今日的美國聯會冠軍戰，與巴爾的摩烏鴉（Baltimore Ravens）展開激戰，最終以17：10奪得勝利，不僅連續兩年闖進超級盃（Super Bowl），也是近五年內第四度打進超級盃。

Taiwanese conscripts have expressed concerns that their monthly earnings still fall short of the country’s basic labor wage despite a recent salary increase. Privates, the lowest military rank, now receive a monthly salary of NT$26,307, including insurance and meal expenses. However, this amount is still lower than the standard basic labor wage of NT$27,470. Last year, President Tsai Ing-wen extended the mandatory conscription period to one year, and the wage adjustment for privates gained significant attention. Under the new system, privates can earn up to NT$20,320, consisting of a base wage of NT$10,130 and an additional NT$10,190 for specialized skills. In addition to their salary, they also receive military insurance (NT$1,240), national health insurance (NT$1,839), and a meal allowance (NT$908), bringing the total payment to NT$26,307. The first batch of 670 army conscripts for the one-year service started their eight-week entry training on January 25. Taipei City Mayor Chiang Wan-an encouraged the privates to form sincere friendships, develop disciplined habits, and cultivate a sense of responsibility during their military life.

奧克拉荷馬雷霆隊（Oklahoma City Thunder）在今天的比賽中，以140比114大勝聖安東尼奧馬刺隊（San Antonio Spurs）。吉吉奧斯-亞歷山大（Shai Gilgeous-Alexander）貢獻32分10助攻，成功扭轉馬刺文班亞馬（Victor Wembanyama）的24分12籃板的強烈攻勢。此外，雷霆隊的霍姆葛倫（Chet Holmgren）也於本場比賽中，為雷霆獻上17分和九籃板的成績，幫球隊取得四連勝。

The Taoyuan City Government is offering the ＂Unemployed Workers’ Children’s Study Assistance Subsidy＂ to eligible applicants. The program provides up to NT＄11,800 in subsidies for children of unemployed workers attending private colleges and universities. Applicants must be involuntarily unemployed and registered in Taoyuan City for over four months. Relevant documents should be submitted during the application period, which runs until Mar. 25. Even if applicants have not received the Ministry of Labor’s subsidy, they can still apply for the NT＄11,800 study assistance subsidy from Taoyuan City. Documentation can be submitted by registered mail or through the Taoyuan e-government web portal.

A toddler’s tragic death at a public kindergarten in New Taipei City has sparked debate and confusion over whether toddlers should wear masks. The child’s family suspects that the mask may have become wet with tears, leading to asphyxiation. The Social Welfare Department clarified that only hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and senior care centers are required to follow the mask regulation. The family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the kindergarten director and two caregivers, who have been summoned by the police for further investigation.

Taiwanese pop diva A-mei, also known as Chang Hui-mei, is scheduled to perform in London on April 10 as part of her global tour, ＂ASMeiR WORLD TOUR.＂ The Taipei city government and music enthusiasts have expressed interest in A-mei holding a personal concert at the newly inaugurated Taipei Dome. A-mei’s agent, Isaac Chen, confirmed her upcoming concert in London and revealed plans for a new album under her alter ego ＂A-Mit.＂ Despite not performing at Lunar New Year banquets in Taiwan for the past four years, A-mei will stage a 45-minute performance for Wistron Corporation, a tech service company in Taiwan, on February 2.

53 out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) deaths have been reported in Taiwan as of Jan. 23, according to the National Fire Agency (NFA). The NFA highlights that although there is no direct evidence linking these deaths to the cold weather, lower temperatures do increase the risk of sudden death. In Taipei City, six people experienced OHCA and were taken to medical facilities, but only one person was successfully revived. The average age of the victims was 80. Similarly, New Taipei City recorded eight OHCAs, with only three survivors. Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant, especially older adults and those with chronic illnesses, emphasizing the importance of staying warm.

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Tainan City Mayor Huang Wei-che has given schools in the city the authority to determine their own holiday schedules based on student count and weather conditions. While winter vacation has already started for junior high and elementary schools, students attending tutoring and after-school programs will continue classes unless the schools themselves decide to give them days off. The Tainan City Government is also taking steps to support the homeless population by providing warm clothing and hot meals. They have urged the homeless to seek shelter in available accommodations, with adequate bed spaces promised. Currently, there are 219 registered homeless people in Tainan City, with 130 living on the streets and the rest placed in local facilities. Rehabilitation centers have been set up in the South District and Xinying District to provide support and help these individuals rebuild their lives.

美國密蘇里州，本月（9日）晚間一民宅中發現3名屍體，據了解1名男子在（7日）時邀請3名友人前往家中作客，一起觀賞橄欖球隊堪薩斯城酋長隊（Kansas City Chiefs）的比賽，沒想到兩天後警方找上門，屋主才發現這場悲劇，三名好友陳屍在自家後院，而死因明顯都是被活活凍死。