Reported about 1 year ago
A Wall Street analyst believes that Nvidia's stock, following its high-profile 10-for-1 stock split, could reach $150, marking a 19% potential upside for investors. The analyst, Timothy Arcuri from UBS, reaffirmed his buy rating on Nvidia stock and highlighted the company's focus on rack-scale servers with potential earnings per share reaching $5 in 2025. Nvidia's recent advancements, like the GB200 NVL72 system powered by its GB200 Grace Blackwell Superchip, have generated strong demand, indicating the company's continued success in the tech landscape driven by AI.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On the morning of July 9, 2024, Kyiv, Ukraine faced the most intense attack from Russia in months, with at least 40 missiles being launched by Russian forces, severely damaging a children's hospital in Kyiv. The Russian air strike on Kyiv yesterday (7/8) resulted in the destruction of the Okhmatdyt National Children's Hospital, causing dozens of innocent children and civilians to be killed or injured. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned Russia's attack on the hospital and harm to children, announcing a donation of $200,000 to purchase medical supplies for the hospital. The Ministry expressed deep concern about the attack on the Kyiv National Children's Hospital by Russian artillery and pledged to continue to assist in safeguarding the basic dignity and human rights of the Ukrainian people.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 9, 2024, the results for the high school admission without exam for the 113th school year were released with a record high acceptance rate of 99.38%. However, due to a reduction in spots, experts predict that the admission scores for public high schools in the Hsinchu area may slightly increase compared to last year. Some parents in Hsinchu are expressing frustration as even with 5A grades in junior high, their children may not secure spots in top schools like Chu-kuang, Chu-nu, or Chu-ke's Applied High School, leading some to consider transferring to schools in Taipei and New Taipei City where competition is perceived to be less intense.
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Reported about 1 year ago
PLG and T1 have combined to create a new professional basketball league in Taiwan, with Legislator Chuang Jui-hsiung elected as chairman. The new league, named Taiwan Professional Basketball League (TPBL), will involve 7 teams after 4 teams decided to withdraw. The alliance expressed regrets over the division in Taiwanese basketball and emphasized the importance of unity for the future development of the league, aiming to create a better platform for players and provide exciting games for fans.
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Reported about 1 year ago
林柏宏在電影《愛的噩夢》中飾演的男角色被認為是渣男，他呼籲觀眾不要討厭他的角色，指出愛情世界沒有好人壞人。同時，影片票房破5000萬後，他將和其他演員一起跳舞，項婕如雖因身體不適未現身，但將與其他人一同演唱女團時期的招牌歌。黃宣、大元等演員也分享了拍片趣事和角色演出心得。
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Reported about 1 year ago
United Airlines reported that one of its Boeing 757-200 aircraft had a wheel fall off from the main landing gear after takeoff from Los Angeles on July 8. This marks the second similar incident for the airline in four months. The flight landed safely in Denver with 174 passengers and 7 crew members onboard, and no injuries were reported. This comes amidst a series of safety concerns for Boeing, including recent criminal charges related to the 737 MAX crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia, to which Boeing has admitted guilt and agreed to a hefty settlement.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sri Lanka's parliament approved amendments to a decades-old law to allow Elon Musk's Starlink, the satellite unit of SpaceX, to operate in the country's telecoms market. The amendments introduced new licenses, enabling Starlink to provide services pending approval from the telecoms regulator. The move aims to attract international companies to improve internet access, particularly in rural areas, as part of Sri Lanka's plan to grow the IT sector into a $15 billion industry by 2030.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Ocean Star series, MIDO has unveiled the Ocean Star 39 featuring a thinner case and reduced diameter, making it the thinnest model in the series. The standout design element is its two-tone wave-patterned dial, offering enhanced visual appeal and tactile sensation. This new addition reflects MIDO's historical milestones in watchmaking, from the innovative Aquadura system in 1930 to the recent introduction of the Ocean Star Diver 600 in 2019. The Ocean Star 39 is equipped with the new Calibre 72 movement and showcases a unique blend of style and functionality, catering to modern trends in sporty and versatile timepieces.
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Reported about 1 year ago
An American couple, the McNamaras, have visited 437 Texas Roadhouse locations over 21 years, traveling long distances to enjoy the atmosphere and the food, with the husband liking beef with sweet potatoes and the wife preferring chicken with shrimp. The couple shares their journey online and has become quite popular, with some locations preparing special welcomes for them. Despite their age, they continue their quest to try all the menu items. Texas Roadhouse has also expanded to Taiwan with 6 locations in Taipei, Taoyuan, Hsinchu, and Taichung.
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Reported about 1 year ago
今日大樂透開獎，第113000068期連續4次未中頭獎，頭獎金額達1.2億元，中獎號碼為15、18、19、31、39、40，特別號為25。建議查看台彩官網確認中獎號碼和派彩結果，同時提醒購彩需量力而為，避免過度投注影響正常生活。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The article discusses a Costco grocery item, the Don Pancho Cilantro-Lime Crema, that the writer buys monthly and uses regularly for dinner. This flavorful sauce, found at Costco, enhances various dishes such as tacos, salads, and grilled meats. The writer shares different ways to use the sauce and emphasizes its versatility and delicious taste.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Berlin-based climate research institute found that spending time in a low-emission zone from the womb to the first year of life led to a 13% reduction in asthma medication prescriptions by the fifth birthday. The study compared children born before and after the introduction of a driving ban, highlighting the positive impact of low-emission zones on health and healthcare costs.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On 'Taking the Hire Road', Fusion Now's Lane Williams and National Transportation Institute's Leah Shaver discuss driver recruitment trends, highlighting the importance of authenticity in attracting the right drivers. Fusion Now's marketing success led to the development of a recruiting product that now assists trucking companies in driver recruitment. Key strategies discussed include utilizing data, storytelling, video content, and creating authentic images to showcase company culture. Williams emphasizes the need to be brutally honest and authentic in marketing efforts to attract drivers effectively.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Retirement preparation involves thorough planning for Social Security benefits, a crucial income source for many retirees. Understanding how your claiming age permanently impacts benefit amounts is key. Waiting until full retirement age (FRA) gives 100% benefits, while claiming early reduces monthly payments by up to 30%. Delaying benefits past FRA can increase payments by 24-32%, but many mistakenly believe the benefit will increase later. Carefully choosing when to claim is essential to optimize retirement income, with factors like retirement goals and financial situation influencing the decision.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 9, 2024, the Taiwan stock market closed with the weighted index up 21.93 points at 23,900.08, a 0.09% increase. Foreign investors bought NT$176.37 billion and sold NT$192.23 billion, resulting in a net selling of NT$15.858 billion. Despite foreign investors buying over 30,000 shares, United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) remained unchanged, while Kun Ying, a robot concept stock, which had recently seen a 56.09% surge, unexpectedly plummeted 8.35% to NT$50.5 after being sold out by foreign investors. Foreign investors also heavily traded other top stocks such as ASUS, San-Yi, and AU Optronics. Investors are advised to carefully evaluate the market and bear investment risks. (Image illustration/Unsplash)
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 9, 2024, Apple's market value is approaching 3.5 trillion US dollars, regaining the number one position in market value by surpassing Microsoft. The demand for Apple's first AI phone continues to be high, driving its market value and positioning it back at the top. Additionally, the global demand for AI chips is on the rise, with Tesla purchasing chips from Nvidia, aiming to boost performance and solidify its position among the top U.S. tech companies.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A user on an online platform recently shared that their brother, who graduated from university this year, caused a family dispute by deciding to work at his girlfriend's family's business making airtight windows. The mother was furious, questioning why her son, who had a degree in foreign languages and assets such as a house and stocks, would choose this career instead of pursuing a white-collar job. However, many netizens supported the brother's decision, highlighting the lucrative income potential and stability of the airtight window market compared to traditional office jobs.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The article discusses the challenges and opportunities in the adoption of Web3 technology, focusing on user convenience and corporate integration. Aleks Ahrens from Fliggs Mobile and Marc Degen from Moflix emphasize the importance of ease of adoption in driving the future of Web3. Ahrens highlights the success of meme coins and the need to create enjoyable and rewarding products, while Degen discusses the potential growth of Web3 through corporate adoption and integration with existing markets like mobile connectivity.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Taoyuan Mayor, Cheng Wen-tsang, involved in a corruption case regarding the Hwarya Tech land development, was summoned for allegedly accepting a bribe of NT$5 million. Initially granted bail at NT$5 million, which the prosecution appealed, the High Court then pushed for NT$12 million bail, to which the Taoyuan District Prosecutors' Office filed an appeal. The appeal was swiftly delivered to the High Court via official vehicle late at night, completing the submission of the appeal. The prosecution argued that there was a fear of evidence tampering and witness manipulation, leading to suspicions of Cheng's continued influence despite resigning as mayor over a year and a half ago.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 8th, in Tainan City, Taiwan, the director of a fishermen's association, Lin Shijie, was shot and killed. According to the forensic examination conducted by the Tainan District Prosecutor's Office, 5 bullets pierced through Lin's chest causing a hemothorax leading to death. Lin's wife and daughter were seen at the mortuary, with the wife in tears. The investigation found that Lin was shot a total of 11 times, with more details pending from the forensic report.
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Reported about 1 year ago
工商協進會理事長吳東亮率領金融業代表拜會金管會主委彭金隆，討論金融界議題；提出多項建議，如修正金融監理制度、擴大金融詐欺預防、推動普惠金融等，並希望將新加坡的金融發展作為標竿，以提高金融業競爭力，促進台灣產業國際化。彭金隆表示會立即處理非法規面問題，爭議議題則將後續研議。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taoyuan Borough Office's Silver Talent Resource Center has been hosting various lectures on silver employment topics to encourage the mature generation to re-enter the labor market and support post-retirement reemployment. The office supports the Ministry of Labor's '55Plus Mature Generation Employment Promotion Measures', offering incentives for those aged 55 and above or 45 and above who are legally retired, to return to work. The lecture series 'Refresh and Restart - New Career Comeback' starting in July aims to encourage the mature generation to develop new skills, particularly in traditional massage therapy, to facilitate their reentry into the workforce, amidst aging demographics and labor shortages.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In recent years, extreme right-wing parties in Europe have seen a rise due to dissatisfaction with domestic immigration policies and events like the Russia-Ukraine war. Parties like Marine Le Pen's 'National Rally' in France, 'Alternative for Germany', and 'Brothers of Italy' in Italy have gained power. In the UK, the Labour Party led by former human rights lawyer Kiel Stammer defeated the long-standing Conservative Party, but with only a 34% vote share. The article discusses the economic challenges faced by the UK, the rise of Labour, and their policies in relation to international affairs, especially with China and Russia.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission states that the consolidation of pharmacies and health insurance companies has led to a few pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) having a significant impact on prescription drug prices in the United States. The FTC's findings suggest that the top PBMs, which manage 79% of U.S. prescription drug claims, have enriched themselves at the expense of smaller pharmacies and consumers. The report calls for possible increased regulation to address these issues.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Carbon capture firm 1PointFive has signed an agreement with Microsoft to sell 500,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide removal credits over six years. 1PointFive, a unit of Occidental Petroleum, aims to assist Microsoft in achieving its target of being carbon negative by 2030. The credits will come from 1PointFive's STRATOS facility in Texas, capable of capturing 500,000 metric tons of CO2 annually. This agreement follows AT&T's similar commitment earlier this year, highlighting the growing trend of companies purchasing carbon credits to reduce emissions and become more environmentally friendly.
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