Pingtung 結果共70筆

The TVBS Charity Foundation hosted its fifth fundraising party in Fengshan, Kaohsiung, in collaboration with the Chinese Christian Relief Association (CCRA). Over a hundred participants gathered to review the spread of love in Kaohsiung and Pingtung, with the theme of ＂Sharing Endless Love＂ at the heart of the event. The party aimed to express gratitude to churches, social welfare workers, and beneficiaries for their collaboration throughout the year. Kaohsiung City Government Deputy Secretary-General Chang Chiah-sing thanked the TVBS Foundation and the city government’s Social Affairs Bureau for their continuous support, which has aided local social charities and cared for about 12,000 middle and low-income households. Pastor Wang Chung-wu of The Presbyterian Church in Taiwan shared that the ＂Endless Love＂ project helped approximately 100 households, thanks to the enthusiastic participation of brothers and sisters. President Chen Wen-ch’i of the TVBS Foundation expressed gratitude to Jesus for allowing everyone to understand the meaning of love and the essence of Christmas, while acknowledging the event’s role in expanding the power of love.

A sheep farm in Pingtung County, Taiwan experiences its first outbreak of Brucellosis in 30 years, with three sheep testing positive for the disease. The infected sheep have been culled and the entire facility disinfected. Brucellosis is a zoonotic infectious disease that can spread between people and animals, causing placentitis, infertility, miscarriage, and orchitis. The Pingtung County Animal Disease Control Center routinely monitors dairy cattle and sheep farms, with all dairy cattle farms testing negative in 2023. Further confirmation analysis and biweekly blood tests are mandated for the remaining sheep on the affected farm. Taiwan’s Council of Agriculture claims to have eradicated Brucellosis in dairy cows by 1989, and this is the first positive case identified on a sheep farm since surveillance began in 1986. Livestock farms are urged to avoid introducing animals from unknown sources and to enhance biosecurity measures, using proper personal protective equipment and reporting unexplained symptoms to animal health authorities.

Launch Technologies Co., a golf manufacturer in Pingtung, Taiwan, has reached a severance agreement with 204 of its local workers following a layoff plan submitted last month. The company, which suffered a significant explosion at its factory in September, has also helped some employees find new jobs and provided them with generous severance pay. The Ministry of Economic Affairs has pledged to closely monitor the labor rights of the affected workers. The factory buildings remain closed and operations will only resume after third-party verification of their structural safety. Launch Technologies has established an internal legal team to compensate the impacted employees and has committed to continuing salary payments through the end of the year.

A wayward piglet named ＂A-Tsai＂ caused excitement in Pingtung County’s Gongyuan Rd. as it led locals and police on a chase. Videos of the six-month-old black piglet evading capture have gone viral, drawing laughter from social media users. The piglet was eventually apprehended and taken to the local police station. Its owner, surnamed Chang, expressed gratitude to the officers and reclaimed the adventurous piglet. The incident showcases the community’s spirit of looking out for one another, regardless of species.

Launch Technologies Co, a golf ball manufacturer, has announced losses of NT$1.329 billion resulting from a catastrophic factory explosion in late September. The losses include NT$273 million worth of inventory, NT$599 million in property and equipment damages, NT$2.71 million in other asset losses, and NT$455 million as a liability reserve. The company’s third-quarter financial report, approved by the board, reveals total revenues of NT$2.776 billion during the first three quarters. Operations have been suspended following the incident, which is expected to further impact the company’s operations. The factory fire in Pingtung County on September 22 resulted in 10 fatalities and over 100 injuries.

The Taiwan Popular Science Train, now in its eighth year, has embarked on a journey across the island nation, bringing the excitement of scientific discovery to students. Premier Chen Chien-jen praised Taiwan’s digital economic growth and technological advancements, urging students to pursue careers in science. Minister Without Portfolio Wu Tsung-tsong and Digital Minister Audrey Tang also attended the kickoff ceremony. The train will visit both urban and remote areas, with stops including Taipei, Pingtung County, Hualien, Taitung, and Keelung. Approximately 240 elementary students are expected to participate in the event, which will feature over 330 experiments in fields such as zero carbon emissions, cyber security, artificial intelligence, and quantum and basic sciences.

The Executive Yuan of Taiwan has passed a draft amendment allowing select police, judiciary, and accounting personnel in government agencies to establish unions with the approval of the Ministry of Civil Service. This amendment proposal will be sent to the Examination Yuan for review. The decision to allow union formation follows a tragic fire in Pingtung where four firefighters died, prompting the National Association for Firefighters’ Rights to demand the formation of a union.

Taoyuan Mayor Simon Chang responds to allegations over TSMC’s Longtan plant, citing premature disclosure by DPP figures. The dispute highlights competition for TSMC’s investments.

President Tsai Ing-wen pays tribute to fallen firefighters at a Pingtung memorial service while families protest their exclusion from the disaster investigation committee. The Pingtung factory owner pledges support for the victims.

Typhoon Koinu leaves a trail of destruction in Pingtung County, Taiwan, causing disruptions to tourism and local businesses. Many stores in the famous tourist spot of Kending Rd remain closed due to damage, with debris strewn across the streets. Tourists face cancellations, impacting their vacations. As the Double Tenth holiday approaches, store owners prepare to reopen amidst lingering rain.

Pingtung County Fire Bureau Director Hsu Mei-Hsueh resigns following a devastating fire at Launch Technologies factory that claimed the lives of four firefighters.

Typhoon Koinu caused power outages for 45k households in Pingtung County. Strong winds and fallen utility poles leave 23,000 homes without electricity. Kenting’s streets suffer damage with toppled vendor stalls and signage, with South Korean tourists rescued by a media crew amidst the turbulent weather.

The weather forecast indicates that the effects of Typhoon Koinu will gradually weaken by Friday, but there is still a chance of local heavy rainfall. Get the latest updates on its movement and its impact on Taiwan.

Six factories of Advanced International Multitech Co., Ltd, the parent company of Launch Technologies Co., have been fined NT$680,000 for violating the Occupational Safety and Health Act. This comes after a tragic fire at a Launch Technologies factory in Pingtung resulted in over a hundred casualties.

Launch Technologies, a prominent tech firm, offers condolences and NT$300,000 to support families of four firefighters lost in a Pingtung factory explosion. The company’s chairman, Liu An-hao, expresses sympathy and emphasizes safety measures. #LaunchTech #PingtungFire #CondolenceAid

After a tragic explosion in Pingtung, Taiwan, workplace safety measures and emergency procedures are under scrutiny. Businesses are fortifying safety protocols, and inspection standards are being reviewed to prevent such incidents in the future.

Four firefighters who died in a factory explosion in Pingtung County will each receive NT$28 million in consolation money, according to Taiwan’s Interior Minister Lin Yu-chang. The deceased firefighters will also be enshrined in the Martyrs’ shrines.

Minister Wang denies blame-shifting in Pingtung factory blaze incident. Launch Technologies’ factories shut down due to hazardous materials storage beyond limits. Premier Chen supports the action, highlighting central-local government cooperation.

Pingtung County imposes a NT$2.4 million fine on golf ball maker Launch Technologies for a deadly factory fire. Learn more about the penalties and investigations surrounding this tragic incident.

Pingtung Christian Hospital has temporarily suspended visits for Chen Wen-chuan, the squad leader of Pingtung’s second team, who sustained severe injuries and fell into a coma after the fatal explosion at Pingtung Launch Technologies factory. Chen, who woke up from his coma, tearfully revealed that he was the only survivor from his squad.

President Tsai Ing-wen visits Pingtung after a devastating factory explosion. She demands an investigation and offers condolences to the victims’ families. Stay updated with the latest news.

A tragic fire at a Pingtung golf ball factory claims six lives, including four firefighters. Delivery drivers come together to support exhausted first responders. Learn more about this devastating incident.

The Pingtung District Prosecutors Office has sought assistance from the Association for Victim Support’s Pingtung branch to help affected families of the Pingtung factory explosion freeze Launch Technologies’ assets.

An explosion at Launch Technologies Co., Ltd., a golf ball manufacturer in Taiwan’s Pingtung Technology Industrial Park, has resulted in hundreds of casualties. The company, a major player in the global golf ball market, has not yet released a detailed statement about the incident.

Factory explosion in Pingtung leaves 5 dead, 5 missing, and 98 injured. Ongoing investigation into the cause. Pingtung government collaborates with Export Processing Zone Administration on compensation.