Reported about 1 year ago
Europe's Ariane 6 rocket is scheduled to launch for the first time, ending a year-long pause in Europe's autonomous space access after a data glitch. The rocket, developed by ArianeGroup, is set to carry out its inaugural mission with satellites and experiments. The launch had a minor delay due to a data acquisition issue, but preparations were underway for a successful lift-off. The significance of Ariane 6 lies in providing Europe with independent space access amid growing competition in the global space-launch market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Olivia Rodrigo has partnered with Stanley to release a celestial-inspired version of the H2.0 Flowstate Tumbler available in purple and adorned with red and silver studs. The tumbler retails for $55, features a clear Sour grape Flowstate 3-Position Lid, and will be sold through Stanley1913.com on July 9. Stanley has implemented measures to prevent bots and ensure a fair entry process for fans. The tumbler keeps drinks iced for up to two days, cold for up to 11 hours, is dishwasher safe, and designed to fit most cup holders.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A tragic incident occurred in Memphis, Tennessee, on Monday night when a dispute between a Church's Chicken drive-thru employee and a customer turned fatal. The customer allegedly shot and killed the female worker following an argument, and the suspect fled the scene in a teal-colored SUV. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck off the coast of Hualien County at 8:30 pm on the evening of July 9, 2024. The quake was centered at a depth of 37.2 kilometers, approximately 11.6 kilometers southeast of the Hualien County government. Several areas in and around Hualien felt the tremors, with some residents experiencing brief moments of panic. While no major damage has been reported so far, the Central Weather Bureau reminded people to stay vigilant and follow official earthquake information closely, especially given Taiwan's location in the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Constitutional Court will hold a hearing on the case regarding Parliament's expanded powers, involving President Lai Ching-te, the Executive Yuan, the Control Yuan, and 51 legislators led by Ke Chien-ming, on July 10th at 2 PM. The court will address the necessity and scope of temporary injunctions, with key focus on the legality of the Legislative Yuan's exercise of power, amendments to the Criminal Code, and requests to suspend certain provisions post-reform. Issues include the constitutionality of legislative procedures and potential violations of democratic principles and the separation of powers. Ke and other legislators argue that these provisions undermine constitutional principles and individual rights, and the separation of powers must be respected.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In New Taipei City's Sanchong District, a 43-year-old woman surnamed Liu was allegedly killed by her 42-year-old husband surnamed Liao. The husband then fled with their 6-month-old son to Yangmingshan, where he is suspected of suffocating the child before taking his own life. The couple, who were unemployed, depended on financial assistance from their families. The husband had recently been actively looking for work, and police suspect the tragedy may have been a result of overwhelming stress. It is a reminder to seek help rather than resorting to suicide. The exact reasons behind the incident are still under investigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former chairman of the Straits Exchange Foundation, Cheng Wen-tsang, was suspected of corruption and deemed to be under significant detention by the Taoyuan District Prosecutors' Office. The Taoyuan District Court initially set a bail of 5 million but raised it to 12 million. Within about 20 minutes of being granted bail, Cheng's lawyer managed to collect 7 million in bail money, drawing comparisons from netizens to the character 'Dragon Chia-chun' from a Hong Kong film and sarcastically mentioning he is not just 'Cheng, the billionaire,' but also the 'Dragon Chia-chun of Taoyuan.' Netizens further commented on the efficient money-raising process and the irony of the situation, calling it the best in Taiwan's economic history.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Moody's Ratings has put Paramount Global's credit rating on review for a possible downgrade to junk status following the company's agreement to sell to Skydance Media. Paramount faces challenges transitioning its content distribution to direct-to-consumer, with Moody's highlighting the need for streaming revenues to double to match linear revenues. This potential downgrade comes after S&P Global Ratings downgraded Paramount to junk in March, citing the decline of linear television and investments in streaming. If downgraded, Paramount would be excluded from high-grade indexes.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chewy（CHWY）的股票价格在阿格斯研究将其从买入降级为持有后下滑，理由是预计活跃客户进一步下降。主持人Seana Smith和Madison Mills解析了此举以及在线宠物用品公司面临的一些阻力。欲获取更多专家见解和最新市场行动，请点击此查看Catalysts的完整剧集。
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Reported about 1 year ago
In response to the regular training for volunteer police and civil defense forces in the 113th year, the Wenshan Second Police Precinct in Taipei recently organized basic training for 119 volunteer police officers and 141 civil defense personnel. The training included survival skills during wartime or disasters, emergency first aid, and traffic control, aiming to enhance their duty awareness and assist in maintaining local security. Additionally, they prepared for the Wan An Exercise scheduled for July 23 in the northern region, emphasizing safety measures and promoting community involvement in maintaining public safety.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Kinmen Distillery celebrates its 72nd anniversary this year by launching the 2024 KK Bar event, focusing on promoting Chinese liquor culture and brand innovation. The event includes tastings of various Kinmen sorghum spirits, flavorful sorghum ice cream, AI-designed exclusive bottle labels, a free tasting of the Kinmen Fizz crafted by renowned mixologist Aki, themed live concerts, and a unique photobooth reflecting the Kinmen style. The chairman of Kinmen Distillery, Wu Kunzhang, aims to inspire a new generation to appreciate Chinese liquor culture and rational drinking habits through this creative event. Actress Guo Shuyao served as a one-day manager for the limited-time bar, injecting youthfulness and energy into the opening ceremony with a vibrant performance. The KK Bar event will run from July 11 to August 29 at Huashan Cultural and Creative Park in Taipei, offering an immersive experience showcasing the history and flavors of Kinmen sorghum spirits.
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Reported about 1 year ago
BlueBay Senior EM Sovereign Strategist Timothy Ash discusses the current bond market trends in emerging markets, highlighting a shift away from high-yield countries due to looser fiscal policies. Ash sees potential in emerging markets such as Argentina, Pakistan, Turkey, and Egypt, noting a positive shift in opportunities compared to the past five years. He also shares a cautious outlook on China's economy, emphasizing challenges and lack of significant stimulus measures. For more insights and market updates, watch the full episode of Catalysts for expert analysis.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a game against the Fubon Guardians on July 9, the Taichung Steel Hawks encountered controversial calls towards the end of the game. With a one-point difference, the Magic Eagles' Steven Moya was deemed to have committed a violation due to an overdue strikeout, causing dissatisfaction among the team members. Despite protest from manager Hung Yi-chung, the original decision was upheld, leading to a 4:5 defeat for the Hawks. The game saw the Guardians leading with 5 points after five innings, while the Hawks struggled to catch up despite scoring earlier. Various plays and key hits from both teams added to the intensity of the match, culminating in a tense moment where the Magic Eagles' preparation delay resulted in a critical strikeout.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released an interim report criticizing pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) for having significant control over patients' access to and affordability of prescription drugs, impacting drug availability and pricing. The report highlights unfair contractual terms by PBMs that harm independent pharmacies. The top three PBMs processed around 80% of the 6.6 billion prescriptions dispensed in the US in 2023. While the FTC's findings were disputed by Cigna, concerns about escalating drug prices and lack of transparency were validated by the report, prompting further investigation and response from the FTC.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As lifestyles change over time, unhealthy habits often lead to diseases, with cancer remaining a top cause of death in Taiwan. Experts point out that 5-10% of cancer cases are genetic, while the majority are linked to lifestyle, environment, and habits. Bad habits developed in daily life are the main culprits behind cancer. It takes a long process for cancer cells to form, usually 10-20 years, but conscious improvement in habits, diet, and exercise can reverse or prevent cancer progression during the latent phase. Neglecting harmful habits over time can lead to the silent emergence of cancer cells. The article also lists ten overlooked cancer-causing habits, such as drinking extremely hot soup, using styrofoam containers for instant noodles, and consistently sitting in front of a computer for CT scans.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The National Communications Commission's 5G Special Frequency Network Innovation Application initiative is promoting the use of 5G technology to minimize delays in live broadcasts. TVBS was selected as a benchmark case for significantly reducing the delay between anchors and interviewees from a few seconds in the 4G era to less than a second with 5G technology, enabling almost real-time conversations across different locations. With higher speed, lower latency, and greater bandwidth, 5G technology is revolutionizing remote interviews, offering instant connections with minimal time lag.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Paris Hilton recently visited London with her husband and two young children, staying at the London Hilton on Park Lane where Paris has been staying since childhood. The family took sweet photos at the hotel, including one where Paris and her daughter matched in pink outfits. Paris shared a video of her daughter London's first visit to the city she was named after, expressing her love for her daughter and the special family tradition of staying at the hotel.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Standard Chartered's crypto subsidiary Zodia Markets Ltd. is in discussions to purchase a portion of a digital-asset company supported by billionaire hedge fund manager Alan Howard, potentially acquiring Elwood Capital Management Ltd. in Jersey. This move aligns with Standard Chartered's increasing involvement in digital assets, including the establishment of a trading desk for Bitcoin and Ether. The potential acquisition of Elwood Capital would provide Zodia Markets with licenses as a virtual asset service provider and investment business in Jersey, focusing more on OTC settlement services. Howard's 2022-established Elwood Technologies, in which Elwood Capital is a part, previously secured funding from notable investors. Terms of the potential deal were not disclosed, and representatives from Zodia Markets and Elwood Technologies declined to comment on the ongoing discussions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As Nvidia continues to dominate the tech sector, it has become one of the most heavily shorted stocks. S3 Partners managing director Ihor Dusaniwsky explains that investors are shorting Nvidia because it is seen as an overheated stock that needs to come back down to earth. Additionally, some investors are shorting it as a hedge to their market and tech holdings. This type of short selling behavior is also seen with Apple, where traders are more focused on momentum and technical graphs rather than fundamental investing.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the ongoing Jones Cup women's basketball tournament, the dispute over tournament fees between men's and women's basketball teams remains unresolved. With female players receiving NT$3,000 per game compared to NT$5,000 for male players, the Chinese Taipei Basketball Union faced protests from the women's team, leading to a 'wear black' protest during the Taiwan Blue-White matchup. The union stated its stance of supporting both men's and women's basketball and is in communication with the women's team regarding the fee differences. The men's team has vowed to support the female players by accepting the reduced NT$3,000 fees if the decision is upheld by the union. Despite the ongoing controversy, the union affirmed that the commitments made for the Jones Cup tournament will not change.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A new report by the American Statistical Association and George Mason University warns that inadequate funding and controversial measures in a budget bill could jeopardize federal data gathering in the US. Concerns include a lack of protection against political interference, funding cuts for statistical agencies, and proposed measures like omitting people in the country illegally from political district counts. Statisticians and demographers emphasize the importance of reliable data for critical decision-making and express alarm over potential impacts on the accuracy and integrity of federal statistics.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As the hot and humid summer season approaches, along with the unstoppable trend of global warming, Taiwan has seen an increase in high temperatures and extreme heat days. Dr. Chang Hung-Pin from the Emergency Medicine Department of Asia University Hospital pointed out the rising number of people visiting the emergency department due to heat emergencies. He highlighted the impact of high temperatures and humidity on human health, emphasizing the importance of prevention against heat injuries. Dr. Chang explained the five types of heat emergencies that can occur and provided tips on how to handle each situation, stressing the need for hydration, appropriate clothing, and avoiding overexertion in hot and humid environments.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Tesla's shares recently saw a nine-day winning streak, causing pressure on short sellers of the stock. S3 Partners managing director Ihor Dusaniwsky mentioned that Tesla short sellers have lost approximately $63 billion since the company went public in 2010. Dusaniwsky highlighted that Tesla is vital for many hedge funds due to the volatility it offers for profitable trading, although he expressed skepticism about investors' bullish calls on Tesla, emphasizing that it is a more technically, market-driven trade driven by long-term Tesla investors rather than the company's actual performance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 9, 2024, at 11:20 am, a triple homicide occurred in Sanchong, New Taipei City, where a woman was fatally stabbed 7 times, with her husband suspected of involvement. Police pursued the husband and found his car in Yangmingshan later that evening, only to discover both the husband and their 6-month-old son dead. The couple, who had been married for over two years and unemployed, were financially supported by their parents and had a 6-month-old son. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact circumstances of the tragic incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Bitcoin's correlation with surging US equities is weakening due to an oversupply and insufficient demand, causing the 90-day correlation coefficient with the Nasdaq 100 index to drop to 0.21, the lowest since May. Factors contributing to this breakdown include spot sales of seized coins by governments and distributions from the Mt. Gox estate, leading to a cap on Bitcoin's upside despite other assets hitting all-time highs. Bitcoin miners are also facing pressure to sell tokens as profitability declines due to high production costs, with Bitcoin currently trading around $57,070, down 22% from its peak in March.
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