Reported about 1 year ago
Starbucks' first ever 'Capital Store' in Taiwan, themed around the beauty of salt mounds and snow, officially opened on July 10th near Tainan's 'Saltfield Outpost'. To celebrate the opening, the store is offering various promotions and limited-time offers, urging coffee enthusiasts to visit for photo opportunities and discounts. The store's design is inspired by Japanese traditional architecture and features elements like glass curtains and white salt-like lines, creating a dreamy snow-white store. Special merchandise includes the 'Workshop Modern Glass Cup', 'Grey-Blue Double-Stitched Tote Bag', and more, with prices ranging from $450 to $680.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Dueto the strong convective cloud system, the Central Weather Bureau issued heavy rain alerts for all of Taiwan's '18 counties and cities'. Various disasters occurred, including a tree snapping at the intersection of Xinyi Road and Section 1 of Jianguo South Road in Xinyi District, Taipei City at 4:35 pm today (8th). This incident led to major traffic congestion, prompting people to report the incident. Emergency responders quickly arrived, with no injuries or vehicle damage reported at the scene.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Interior Committee of the Legislative Yuan continued reviewing the amendment of the Recall Act today (8). Members of the Democratic Progressive Party occupied the meeting room in protest, with DPP Legislator Huang Jie accused of entering around 5 a.m. However, she denied it, leading Kuomintang Legislator Hsu Chiao-shen to criticize her as 'Huang being a thief'. After obtaining surveillance footage, the Kuomintang Caucus revealed that Huang did attempt to break into the meeting room with a man in the early morning, contradicting her earlier statements and leading to further criticism from Hsu Chiao-shen.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 8, 2024, at 5:52 am, Cheng Wen-tsang was involved in corruption but was granted bail with NT$5 million. The prosecution appealed the same day, and the Taiwan High Court ruled in the afternoon to revoke the original decision and send it back to the Taoyuan District Court for retrial. Former Taoyuan City Mayor Cheng Wen-tsang was embroiled in a corruption scandal, detained and forbidden from meeting on the 5th by the Taoyuan Prosecutors' Office, with the Taoyuan District Court granting bail of NT$5 million on the 6th. The High Court believed there were several improper aspects in the original bail decision, thus revoking it and sending it back for a more appropriate ruling. The Taoyuan District Court stated that they would immediately assign a judge to handle the case and decide on the trial date upon receiving the High Court's ruling and case files tonight. Stay tuned for more updates from the Taoyuan Electronic News: Cheng Wen-tsang's corruption retrial! DPP Clean Governance Committee: If detained, he will be suspended for 3 years. Successful prosecution appeal! Taoyuan District Court: Cheng Wen-tsang's case to resume in court tomorrow.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Aruba is a sought-after destination for couples seeking romance and adventure, offering luxurious resorts, award-winning beaches, and a unique culinary experience blending Caribbean, European, and South American flavors. With a variety of activities like snorkeling, kayaking, and exploring the vibrant culture, Aruba is the ideal location for couples looking to relax, reconnect, and create lasting memories, whether it's for a wedding, honeymoon, or a romantic getaway.
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Reported about 1 year ago
巨頭Paramount同意與Skydance進行合併，將控制擁有CBS和製作《壞學生》和《教父》等票房大片的公司。新合併公司估值約為280億美元。Skydance的David Ellison將擔任新公司New Paramount的主席兼首席執行官。合併協議仍需獲得監管機構批准。Paramount在不斷發展的媒體格局中陷入困境，該公司早在2021年推出Paramount+以吸引快速增長的流媒體觀眾，但隨著時間的推移，損失和債務仍在累積。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The innovative Taiwanese drama 'Urban Tales' is set to premiere on July 12, featuring 34 extremely short stories packed into 6 major units that explore different aspects of urban life, from public transportation to office buildings. With a stellar cast of 78 actors, including big names like Ruby Lin and Leroy Young, the series aims to highlight the everyday fears lurking beneath the surface. Through its daily release format, viewers can immerse themselves in a month-long journey of suspense and terror, as each episode unveils a new urban horror tale without supernatural elements, yet deeply unsettling and relatable.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to Sohu Network, three zodiac signs are predicted to have a financial breakthrough in the next two years, making it possible for people to easily buy homes and cars. People born under the Monkey sign will have good luck, with chances of promotion, salary increase, recognition from superiors, and a substantial bonus, making owning a house and a car within two years achievable. Individuals born under the Rooster sign may have an abundant financial future, bringing opportunities to earn wealth for property and vehicles, as well as meeting their life partner, leading to a stable life. Those born under the Horse sign will have the ability to perceive wealth opportunities that others overlook, making significant gains in the next two years, applying financial knowledge and making substantial incomes to purchase homes and cars for a better life.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a continued clash between the blue and green camps over the amendment of the Recall Act in the Internal Administration Committee, the Kuomintang caucus accused legislator Huang Chieh of damaging the door lock and forcefully entering the committee room. Huang Chieh responded by presenting evidence that she entered the room legally and compliantly, asking if the accusation was about her starting work too early. She emphasized the importance of defending democratic rights and criticized the Kuomintang for focusing on baseless accusations instead of addressing violent incidents within their own party.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to a Chinese netizen, on the anniversary of the '7/7 Incident,' they posted photos of their trip in Japan and felt ashamed afterwards, fearing backlash from friends for not being patriotic enough. Despite being raised with hatred towards certain countries under the Chinese Communist Party's education, many Chinese nationals still travel, study, and even immigrate to these countries. Sensitive dates like Tiananmen Square, 7/7 Incident, and 9/18 Incident are triggers for many Chinese, with even forgetting these dates can lead to inadvertent offense. The netizen's post sparked mixed reactions, with some condemning them as traitors while others advised not to stress over such matters while traveling.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the review of the amendment to the 'Recall Act' at the Internal Affairs Committee, there was a physical dispute between KMT and DPP legislators. People First Party legislator Mai Yu-chen, who attended for about 10 minutes, took a photo with the blue camp legislators before leaving. Mai criticized that the DPP has not learned its lesson from previous conflicts and continues to neglect their duties, implying they are enjoying being 'salary thieves'. She emphasized that while the DPP causes chaos, there are still crucial legislative matters to address, such as amendments to the 'Student Counseling Act' and public hearings on the 'Whistleblower Protection Act'. Mai urged for rational politics and lawmaking, stressing the importance of proper recall procedures to protect citizens' rights. She also pointed out various incidents of recent conflicts between legislators, including physical altercations and accusations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwanese esports team Ban Mei Gaming (BMG) achieved a significant milestone by winning the world championship in Arena of Valor Pro League in Bangkok, Thailand. The team, financially supported by a livestreamer with an annual revenue exceeding NT$1.5 billion, started from last place in their debut but eventually claimed victory in the competition, earning NT$16.3 million in prize money. This victory marks their first international competition and reinstates Taiwan as a strong force in the gaming community.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Shao Yuwei attended the premiere of 'Urban Fear Collection'. 'Idol Drama Godmother' Chai Zhiping announced the suspension of filming the drama 'Our Blues Time' last month, attributing it to unsuitable weather and environment conditions, and hoping to resume filming next year. However, actor Wu Kangren expressed anger on Facebook, denying that his sudden departure caused the suspension, and mentioning his girlfriend Shao Yuwei's nude scene in the movie 'The Tenants Downstairs'. Shao Yuwei clarified that they did not discuss or request the audition incident of undressing, as they did not even know each other at that time. Chai Zhiping responded to Wu Kangren's accusations, emphasizing that blaming one person is not fair, and they communicated with Wu via video call regarding scheduling conflicts. Shao Yuwei also shared her experience of being followed in an underground street and feeling scared. Wu Kangren criticized the suspension of the drama on Facebook and Chai Zhiping responded without wanting to engage in a war of words, questioning Wu's actions of not verifying before posting. Shao Yuwei portrayed a woman with fears from living alone in 'Urban Fear Collection', sharing her creepy encounter of being followed in an underground street and the frightening experience of a stranger banging on her car window.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Dividend stocks provide regular income regardless of share price fluctuations, making them an attractive investment option. With a modest initial capital of $250, investors can consider purchasing shares of dividend-paying companies like AbbVie, Ares Capital, and Enterprise Products Partners. AbbVie, a Dividend King with a nearly 3.8% dividend yield, is expected to continue its dividend growth streak. Ares Capital offers a high dividend yield of about 9.2% and has shown consistent dividend growth over the years. Enterprise Products Partners, with a distribution yield of nearly 7.1%, boasts resilience and a history of distribution growth over 25 consecutive years, making it a solid choice for income-seeking investors.
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Reported about 1 year ago
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Reported about 1 year ago
Lin Yiting, a city councilor in Tainan, Taiwan, witnessed her father, Lin Shijie, director of the Tainan District Fishermen's Association, being shot dead at their doorstep. Lin Yiting tearfully expressed to reporters that they are clueless about the situation and are leaving everything to the police. This incident follows Lin Shijie's involvement in previous bribery cases and threats against other councilors, as well as recent speculations regarding connections to organized crime, but exact motives remain unknown. The community expresses condolences and admiration for their family's contributions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 8, 2024, at 5:49 a.m., a three-vehicle chain collision occurred on Taiwan's Route 74 in Taichung City. The incident involved two cement trucks and one private car. The roof of one cement truck was completely crushed in the collision, highlighting the impact force. The driver's hand of the private car was injured, but no serious injuries were reported. The exact cause and liability of the accident are still under investigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 8, 2024, at 5:49 AM, intense convection in the afternoon resulted in heavy rainfall across Taiwan. The Water Resources Agency of the Ministry of Economic Affairs issued a second-level flood alert for Keelung City, including the Seven-Star Area. Heavy rains persisted throughout Taiwan, with the agency issuing a second-level flood alert for the Seven-Star Area in Keelung on the evening of the 8th. (Image credit: Screenshot from the Water Resources Agency's Disaster Prevention Information Website)
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Reported about 1 year ago
EMJ Capital's hedge fund manager, Eric Jackson, predicts Nvidia's market cap will reach $6 trillion by the end of 2024, with the expectation that Nvidia's stock price will rise to $250 and continue to soar due to the company's innovation and growth prospects. While some analysts are optimistic about Nvidia, others, like Aswath Damodaran, have different views on the company's valuation. Jackson's bold prediction is based on strong sales of Nvidia's new Blackwell architecture GPUs and potential investor excitement over the Rubin chips, ultimately leading to a significant increase in market cap. However, while Jackson's reasoning makes sense, achieving a $6 trillion valuation for Nvidia by the end of 2024 may not be probable.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Northern China, heavy rainfall has led to severe flooding, with a delivery rider in Shandong's Zibo city being swept away by floodwaters along with his motorcycle, and Zhengzhou in Henan experiencing significant flooding with water levels reaching the height of traffic lights. Rescue efforts confirmed no casualties in Zibo, while Zhengzhou residents faced flooded streets, prompting some areas to adopt a 'watching the sea' mode by deploying flood prevention measures such as sandbags to prevent water entering underground parking lots.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan stock market soared with TSMC leading the way by reaching a historical high of 1050 NT dollars, pushing the index up to 24011 points, the highest ever recorded, and closing at 23878 points. Although more stocks fell than rose, it is advised to invest in ETFs with over 30% TSMC holdings and a unit price of less than 30 NT dollars to ride the bull market wave. Various 'High Volume, Low Price' ETFs have shown remarkable returns, especially those related to AI and semiconductor sectors.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A major shooting incident occurred in Tainan City, Taiwan, where the father of councilor Lin Yiting, Lin Shijie, was fatally shot in front of their home. The incident sparked discussions about the family's political involvement. In another case, the former mayor of Taoyuan, Cheng Wen-tsang, accused of bribery, was controversially granted bail by a judge, leading to criticisms from the legal community. Additionally, a fraudulent claim about receiving money for registering for electricity conservation rewards was debunked by Taiwan Power Company. Stay updated with these daily news highlights.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Following the recent arrest of former Straits Exchange Foundation Chairman Cheng Wen-tsang on corruption charges, media personality Huang Yang-ming refuted speculations that Ko Chien-ming could be Lai Ching-te's next target, warning instead about the individuals listed in Lai Ching-te's 'death note'. Huang emphasized Lai's dedication to tackling corruption and highlighted the importance of trust in Taiwan, downplaying rumors of Ko being a target and suggesting that Lai's focus is on those who prioritize personal gain over public service.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Grand Hi-Lai World presents exceptional deals with their Grand Hi-Lai Royal Hotel and The Splendor Hotel during their online travel exhibition from July 8 to 19. Featuring discounted summer accommodation vouchers offering stays in luxurious rooms with breakfast for two at only NT$3,999, the promotion is a great chance for families and couples to enjoy the five-star experience. Additionally, special offers on dining vouchers and family room stays at The Splendor Hotel are also available. Don't miss out on these unbeatable deals!
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Legislative Yuan's Internal Administration Committee continued to review the amendments to the 'Recall Act for Public Servants' on the morning of July 8, 2024. Amidst a clash between the blue and green camps, several legislators were injured. Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Lin Chu-yin and Kuomintang (KMT) legislator Wang Hung-wei both visited the Taipei District Prosecutors Office after verifying their injuries, accusing each other of assault. The incident involved physical altercations between the two legislators during a legislative meeting, leading both to press charges of assault against each other, with evidence posted on Facebook for support.
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