Stories from Taiwan

A reporter noted that QR codes intended to provide access to health information are unclear and difficult to scan, particularly on iPhones. Users report difficulty accessing health information due to unclear QR codes that appear to be low-quality copies.

Research published in Nature in 2006 indicated that gut mucus in obese individuals could produce more energy. Subsequent studies in 2013 in Science suggested this trait could be hereditary. The process involves cleaning the original gut flora before transplanting healthy flora.

Craftsmen have developed an advanced testing machine. This new machine is designed for sophisticated testing applications. The development signifies innovation and technical skill among the craftsmen. The transcript mentions this development in relation to Taipei.

China has emerged as the leader in global artificial intelligence patent filings. The leading position in AI patents suggests China's growing influence in the global technology landscape.

Artificial intelligence has significantly sped up computer boot times, reducing them from five minutes to five seconds. Artificial intelligence is enabling criminals to create sophisticated spam messages that are clear and appear human-written, eliminating language barriers.

A Swiss auction house has sold medals for 4.5 million Euros.

A radio host recommended several books for personal growth, including 'Mindset' by Carol Dweck, which discusses fixed and growth mindsets. The program recommended books such as "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success" and "The Art of Thinking".

UPS trucks experienced blockages approximately 25,000 times over the past year.

Actress Tianxin will star in the upcoming local horror film titled Chronicles. The film features Zhang Kaixin as the male lead playing the father. The plot follows a family forced to move overnight due to the father's gambling debts.

Consumers are not fully benefiting from a recent fuel tax cut. The savings from the tax reduction have not been entirely passed on to consumers.