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Source: Publicity from Dajia General Hospital and Dajia Fire Department Key points: BBQ accidents: A man in his 20s suffered first-degree burns on his face and second-degree burns on his hands when the oil from grilling pork belly dripped onto the charcoal, causing a flare-up. • High-risk ingredients: Fatty ingredients like pork belly, sausages, and chicken skin can easily cause flare-ups. Keep a safe distance when flipping them. • Burn first aid principles: Immediately move away from the heat source and continuously rinse with cool running water, following the "Rinse, Remove, Immerse, Cover, Send" procedure. Never apply ice directly or use folk remedies like toothpaste, soy sauce, or rice wine, as this can lead to infection. If the burn affects the face, neck, hands, or joints, or if there are large blisters, charring, or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately. • Portable butane stove safety: Keep gas canisters away from high heat sources to prevent explosions. Do not use oversized pots that cover the stove or place multiple stoves close together. Maintain a safe distance when flipping fatty ingredients and ensure good ventilation around the stove.

🗺️ Tucheng Old Street Cultural Day Trip Itinerary 10:30 - 11:30 | 【Tucheng Story Hall】 (Tucheng Government Office) • Highlight: This was the administrative center during the Japanese colonial era, a wooden building with a blend of Japanese and Western styles. The interior is filled with a strong Japanese atmosphere. You can take a stroll here first and learn about Tucheng town's past through old photos and documents. 11:30 - 13:00 | 【Old Street Food Tour: Tucheng Duck Noodles】 • Highlight: Stroll through Zhongshan Road Old Street for lunch and enjoy local specialties! Highly recommended are Ah Hai Duck Noodles or Xu Ji Duck Noodles, with their rich and fragrant angelica broth and tender duck meat. After eating, don't forget to try other local snacks at nearby Ah Ming Angelica Duck Noodles, Tucheng Old Shop Angelica Duck Noodles, or Black Gold Roasted Mochi. 13:00 - 14:00 | 【Tucheng Shuntian Temple】 • Highlight: Built during the Qing Dynasty with a 200-year history, 'Tucheng Ma' is the local center of faith. The temple architecture preserves exquisite wood carvings and Jian Nian (cut-and-paste) craftsmanship, and it was also an important cultural and historical starting point for the establishment of the Japanese sedan chair team back then. 14:00 - 15:30 | 【Tucheng First Market】 • Highlight: Walk to this historic building preserving traditional red brick and wooden structures. Visit the limited-time exhibition 'Tucheng Gods, Shrines, Mountains, Rivers' and admire the newly recreated Japanese sedan chairs, experiencing the fusion of tradition and Japanese culture.

🗺️ Exhibition Location and Opening Hours • Exhibition Venue: Tucheng First Market (Shun Tian Market) (Address: No. 159-2, Zhongshan Road, Tucheng Township, Yunlin County). • Exhibition Period: From now until Sunday, September 27, 2026. • Opening Hours: The special exhibition will be open during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday. The regular opening hours for the historical market buildings are Wednesdays to Sundays, 10:00 - 17:00 (Free Admission). 🚗 Transportation Guide • By Car (Recommended): Take National Freeway 1, exit at Tucheng Interchange (Provincial Highway 78 East-West Expressway), and drive for about 10 minutes to reach the vicinity of Tucheng Shun Tian Palace and the First Market. Parking is available along the roadside or in the small parking lot next to Shun Tian Palace. • High-Speed Rail Transfer: Take the High-Speed Rail to Yunlin Station. After exiting, transfer to Chiayi Bus Route 202 (Yuanzhang - HSR Yunlin Station) and alight at 'Tucheng Station'. It's about a 5-minute walk to the market. • Taiwan Railways Transfer: Take the Taiwan Railways to Douliu Station or Dounan Station, then transfer to a Taihsi Bus or Chiayi Bus (e.g., 7203 Chiayi - Tucheng) and alight at 'Tucheng Station'. • National Highway Bus: You can take the Ri-Tong Bus (7001) or U-Bus (1633, 1635) from Taipei Bus Station directly to Tucheng Station.

• Japanese Mikoshi Reappears on the Streets: On September 25th, Yunlin's Tuku saw the return of Japanese mikoshi parades, absent for over 20 years. The 'Tuku Mikoshi Team,' composed of local residents, paraded in Japanese attire. • Special Exhibition Unveiled to Rekindle Memories: This event also marked the unveiling of the 'Tuku God.Shrine.Mountain.River' special exhibition (running until September 27th). Chairperson Chiu Tzu-ling hopes to rediscover forgotten Tuku stories through this exhibition. • Historical Context and Cultural Inclusivity: The history of the mikoshi, initially placed at Tuku Elementary School, was facilitated by the former town mayor's coordination for transfer to the Shun Tian Gong procession team, forming the mikoshi team and demonstrating the area's diverse cultural inclusivity. • Generational Succession and Future Outlook: Participants range from their 20s to over 70s. Town Mayor Chen Te-kai praised the cross-generational efforts. As processions require a scale of 100 people, the association plans to engage with campus clubs in the future to cultivate long-term members for a formal reorganization.

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Tilt-Shift Photography is a unique photographic technique that manipulates the path of light using special lenses to control the focal plane and depth of field. This photographic method achieves its special effects primarily through two core actions: 1. Tilt: Altering the angle between the lens and the image sensor. This breaks the conventional parallel focal plane, creating an extremely shallow depth of field where only a narrow band of the image is in focus. When shooting a city from a high vantage point looking down, both distant and near objects are heavily blurred, making the real world appear like a miniature model or a toy world. 2. Shift: Moving the lens's optical axis parallel to itself. This is crucial in architectural photography, effectively correcting perspective distortion. When looking up at tall buildings, converging lines that would normally make them appear narrower at the top are straightened. By using a shift lens, you can capture perfectly vertical, undistorted building lines. Traditionally, this effect required expensive tilt-shift lenses or large-format cameras. However, many digital cameras and smartphones today have a built-in 'miniature mode,' and numerous editing software can easily simulate the unique 'miniature world' visual appeal of tilt-shift photography through post-processing blur.

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📜 Ingredients Eggs: 3 (yolks and whites must be perfectly separated; the bowl for egg whites must be absolutely free of water and oil) Vegetable oil: 35g (light-flavored salad oil, canola oil, or corn oil recommended) Cake flour: 50g (must be sifted) Whole milk: 40g Granulated sugar: 40g Lemon juice: A few drops (for stabilizing egg white foam; white vinegar can be substituted) 📖 Simple Steps Making the Yolk Batter (Scalded Flour Method) 1. Heat the oil: Pour the oil into a small pot and heat over low heat until slightly warm and the surface shows faint patterns (about 70-80°C), then immediately remove from heat. (Alternatively, microwave on high for about 40 seconds). 2. Mix the scalded flour: Immediately add the sifted cake flour and quickly whisk into a smooth batter with no lumps. 3. Add liquids: Pour in the cold milk and mix well. 4. Add yolks: After the batter has cooled slightly, add the 3 egg yolks in portions, mixing well to create a smooth, flowing yolk batter. Making the Fine Meringue 1. Add acid and whip: Add a few drops of lemon juice to the egg white bowl and whip on high speed with an electric mixer. 2. Add sugar in portions: Add the sugar to the egg whites in 3 additions. Add the first portion when the egg whites change from large bubbles to fine small bubbles; the second when streaks begin to appear; and the last portion when it reaches a wet foam stage. 3. Whip to soft peaks: Finally, switch to medium-low speed and whip until the meringue forms soft peaks that curve slightly when the whisk is lifted (a stage between wet and firm peaks).

**Tiredness** and **sleepiness** are two different feelings that are often confused. **Tired (Fatigue)** Primarily refers to the depletion of physical or mental energy. Symptoms can include muscle soreness, a foggy or heavy head, and lack of energy, which can stem from prolonged work, exercise, stress, or illness. One can be very tired yet still awake, and even have trouble falling asleep (e.g., tossing and turning in bed after working overtime). **Sleepy (Drowsiness)** Is the rise in the brain's need for sleep. It manifests as heavy eyelids, frequent yawning, decreased attention, and a tendency to doze off. It's driven by both sleep pressure (which builds the longer you're awake) and circadian rhythms, making you feel sleepy at night or during nap times, even if your body isn't particularly tired. Simple Comparison: - Tiredness is like 'an empty gas tank' — it needs rest and recovery. - Sleepiness is like 'a system prompt to shut down' — it needs actual sleep. The two often occur together but are not necessarily linked. When tired but not sleepy, moderate activity or relaxation is more effective than forcing yourself to sleep. When sleepy but not particularly tired, you should prioritize going to bed.

After receiving the betrothal gifts, the bride's family, based on the traditional principle of 'reciprocity' and blessing the newlywed couple, typically prepares the following dowry and return gifts. 1. On-the-Spot Return Gifts (Returned on the Engagement Day) Return of Betrothal Gifts: If the bride's family does not accept the monetary betrothal gift, they will return the 'big' or 'small' betrothal money to the groom's family on the same day (or accept the small amount and return the big amount). Reciprocal Gift Exchange: A portion (usually half) of the groom's family's 'Six Gifts' or 'Twelve Gifts' is returned, along with gifts prepared by the bride's family. Head-to-Toe Gifts (Groom's Full Outfit): Practical items for the groom from head to toe are returned, typically including a suit, shirt, tie, leather shoes, belt, wallet, and watch. Groom's Gold Jewelry: Gold necklace, ring, or tie clip prepared by the bride's parents for the groom. 2. Practical Dowry (Daily and Newlywed Home Necessities) Newlywed Bedding: Commonly known as 'Ya Chuang' (bed pressing), this includes bed sheets, pillows, and quilts (usually in pairs, symbolizing a lifetime of sleeping together). Appliances and Furniture: Nowadays, the bride's family often purchases some practical appliances (like a TV, refrigerator) or a dressing table for the new home. Suitcase Gifts (Ya Xiang Li): Two red suitcases are prepared, filled with the bride's new clothes, underwear, etc., with a 'suitcase red envelope' placed at the bottom, symbolizing a life of abundance.