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Taiwanese Politician Denies Exaggerating Party Dispute
A Taiwanese politician has congratulated a rival and issued a call for unity. A politician, identified as Qiao Guanteng, is being investigated for spreading online rumors. Taiwanese politician Qiao Guanting's former assistant is being questioned regarding online rumors.
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Self-Driving Car Causes Fatal Crash In Taiwan
Four people were injured in a high-speed collision involving a self-driving car on Zhanghua West Road near Xiaoyang Road. The vehicle, driven by a male, reportedly struck a motorcycle before losing control and crashing into another self-driving car.
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Taiwan Considers Including Independence In National Security Law
A Taiwanese politician has congratulated their rival following an election. The legislator stated that independence remarks escalate social confrontation and eliminate the Republic of China's sovereignty.
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Politician Investigates Online Rumors, Denies Exaggerating Dispute
A politician, identified as Liao Yikun, questioned an individual regarding online rumors. A politician, identified as Qiao Guanting's former assistant, is being investigated for online rumors.
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Taiwanese Politician Congratulates Rival, Calls For Unity
Chen Wan-hui, representing the Democratic Progressive Party in the Yilan County Magistrate election, congratulated Wu Chung-sen. She stated that Wu Chung-sen is the captain of a unified 'Lan Bai' team and that they are teammates for future battles.
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Self-Driving Car Causes Fatal Crash In Taiwan
Four people were injured in a multi-vehicle collision at the intersection of Zhanghua West Road and Xiaoyang Road around 4:00 AM on May 4. The injured were transported to Zhangji and Xiuchuan hospitals. A multi-vehicle crash in Kaohsiung injured four people.
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Self-Driving Car Causes Fatal Crash In Taiwan
A self-driving car traveling on Zhonghua West Road collided with a motorcycle and then another self-driving car. A self-driving car driven by a male driver rear-ended a motorcycle and then crashed into another self-driving car on May 1st.
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Taiwan Politician Proposes Including Independence In Law
The staffer sustained facial injuries and temporary hearing loss in one ear, though the condition has since improved. The Taiwan Industrial Innovation Zone is focusing on future-oriented industrial layout and development.
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Chen Wan-hui Congratulates Rival In Yilan Election
Chen Wan, representing the Democratic Progressive Party, attended an event in Yilan County to support Wu Zhongsen. Chen described Wu as a captain chosen by polls to lead a unified team.
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Zhao Xiaokang Criticizes KMT Over Military Procurement Bill
Kuomintang legislator Wu Tsung-hsien stated he would not avoid questions regarding the military purchase bill, acknowledging its significance. Some members reportedly disagree with the 380 billion NTD military purchase, with concerns that this stance might be misrepresented to the public. The KMT chairman, Zeng Li-wen, stated that the 380 billion NT dollar military purchase is the majority stance, but legislator Lai Shi-bao disagreed, suggesting that some individuals are manipulating the issue to suggest the KMT's position has changed. However, KMT Legislator Tseng Wen-hsuan stated the matter is closed and accused some of intentionally escalating it. Some members believe the party's stance has shifted, causing public confusion, while leadership insists the party's original position remains unchanged.
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