Tennis player Jannik Sinner won the Monte-Carlo Masters and returned to the world No. 1 ranking. He became the second player in history, after Djokovic, to win the “Sunshine Double” and the Monte-Carlo Masters in the same season. The victory underscored Sinner’s outstanding performance, and fans are looking forward to his future matchups with Alcaraz.
Baishatun Mazu sets off, leading 460,000 pilgrims on an 8-day, 7-night pilgrimage
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage in Taiwan has begun, with more than 460,000 believers taking part in the 8-day, 7-night journey. This year’s pilgrimage set a record for attendance, with many politicians also participating. Mazu’s palanquin determines its route according to Mazu’s “will,” making the event an important cultural occasion that deepens the faith and solidarity of many people.
Hungarian parliamentary election polls: Nationalist Prime Minister Orbán faces a crushing defeat
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An opinion poll released after voting ended in Hungary’s general election indicated that the ruling party led by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán could suffer a crushing defeat. The center-right TISZA party led by Péter Magyar is expected to win a majority.
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Tang Chia-hung in strong form this season, wins horizontal bar gold at Croatia Gymnastics World Cup
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese gymnast Tang Chia-hung won gold in the horizontal bar event at the Artistic Gymnastics World Cup in Croatia. It was his 3rd victory this season, and he remains in strong form.
New generation takes over leadership at India Taiwan Business Association, aiming to create greater business opportunities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The India-Taiwan Chamber of Commerce held a ceremony in Bengaluru to mark the change of its president and supervisor-general. Chen Mu-teng took office as the new president, and Taiwan’s representative to India, Chen Mu-min, and Overseas Community Affairs Council Chairperson Hsu Chia-ching offered their congratulations. Hsu said cooperation between Taiwan and India in industrial supply chains, the digital economy and high-tech industries was growing closer. Chen said he would encourage investment in the Indian domestic market and focus on strengthening ties among Taiwanese businesspeople and promoting international exchanges.
Fire engulfs Wugu secondhand clothing factory, firefighters take 3.5 hours to contain blaze
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A fire broke out at a secondhand clothing factory in Wugu District, New Taipei City, on the evening of the 12th. A large amount of flammable material was stored inside, and the blaze spread rapidly to nearby factory buildings. Firefighters took 3.5 hours to contain the fire. It burned an area of about 2000 ping. Fortunately, no one was injured.
11-year-old skateboarding star Yeh Tzu-yang wins silver at Asian Championships, first Taiwanese to do so
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Taiwanese skateboarding star Yeh Tzu-yang, just 11 years old, won the silver medal in the junior boys' street event at the Asian Skateboarding Championships, becoming the first Taiwanese to do so. He held his nerve in the final and successfully landed a series of difficult tricks, setting a new record in history.