Reported about 1 year ago
On July 5, 2024, the Taiwanese fishing boat 'Fuyang 266' was inspected by a Japanese patrol vessel near the Pengjia Islet, leading to the detention of the captain and chief engineer. The boat was suspected of illegally operating in Japanese waters, violating local fishing regulations. Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed concerns to Japan, and the latest update indicates that Japan has agreed to release the crew upon payment of a fine of over 600,000 Japanese yen (approximately 1.21 million Taiwanese dollars). The boat's owner has received the notice and is preparing to make the payment.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The issue of transforming the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall has attracted attention. Yesterday the Executive Yuan listened to reports on the progress of transitional justice affairs from various ministries. The Ministry of Culture proposed that the three military honor guards withdraw from the memorial hall and in the future, duty displays will be conducted on Democracy Boulevard outside the hall with no more standing sentries. Discussions are ongoing on transitioning operations to Liberty Square. The timeline will be determined by the Ministry of Culture, with implementation possibly not needing to wait until the October transitional justice meeting but can be decided directly by the Ministry of National Defense and the Ministry of Culture.
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Reported about 1 year ago
To ensure fair and reasonable charging of electricity fees for renters in Taiwan, the Ministry of Interior reported new regulations regarding rental electricity fees, stating that the fee should not exceed the average price per unit based on actual consumption or the total amount on the bill if not based on usage. Landlords found violating this rule could be fined between 30,000 to 300,000 NTD. Experts believe that inspection will be challenging, and many renters might choose to endure potential overcharges to avoid disputes or the difficulty of finding new housing. The regulations are aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in electricity billing for renters, with the new rules set to take effect on July 15th.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As the UK general election enters the manual counting phase, with results expected around 6 a.m. local time on Friday, the Labour Party is projected to win 410 seats, a 170-seat lead over the Conservatives' 131 seats. Labour supporters erupted in cheers following exit polls indicating the impending change in government after 14 years of Conservative rule. If these projections hold, the UK political landscape is set for a major shift, with CNN speculating Labour's Sir Keir Starmer to become the next Prime Minister, marking a significant victory for the party unseen in 27 years.
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Reported about 1 year ago
北富銀於台北舉辦了第26屆小富翁理財營，今年平均每個帳戶擁有46萬元資產，截至今年5月底共有29.5萬個小富翁帳戶，資產總額達1361億元。營隊透過桌遊教育方式培養兒童金融知識，父母紛紛投入理財市場以積累子女的教育金。北富銀今年推出多元課程，為孩童建立正確理財觀念，並提供金融教育給經濟弱勢家庭，致力於促進普惠金融及平權。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 5, 2024, TSMC (2330) officially entered the 'Thousand Club'. After hitting a historical high of NT$1,010 per share on the 5th, many are wondering if it's still a good time to buy TSMC stock. One netizen accidentally tried to buy 10 shares but mistakenly entered 10 lots instead, jokingly admitting that they would regret it. They believed in AI's continuous development and TSMC's leading position, which led them to want to invest in TSMC, especially after it broke the NT$1,000 level. Fortunately, the system prevented the transaction due to quota control measures. Many netizens commented jokingly on the incident, emphasizing the importance of trading carefully. Disclaimer: Information provided for reference only and not as investment advice.
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Reported about 1 year ago
One of the Democratic Party's biggest donors, Abigail Disney, heiress of the Disney family, announced that she will stop donating to the Democratic Party until Biden drops out of the presidential race. Disney reasoned that Biden's continuation in the race poses high risks, suggesting that Vice President Kamala Harris is a reliable candidate to beat Trump. Abigail Disney, a long-time Democratic supporter, donated $50,000 to Jane Fonda Climate's PAC in April and has been vocal in calling for Biden to step down, as have other major donors like Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings, urging the party to consider alternate candidates.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As of July 5, 2024, at 3:37 AM, Taiwan is sweltering like hot potatoes. The Central Weather Bureau issued a heat alert for 17 counties and cities, with the highest temperature today recorded in the Qijin District of Kaohsiung City at the 'Kaohsiung Lighthouse' reaching 39.9 degrees. The Bureau warns the public to beware of heat injuries and advises precautions to avoid outdoor activities, work, and exercise unnecessarily, use sunscreen, stay hydrated, and prevent heat injuries. Various areas have been issued orange or yellow heat warnings, with temperatures in some areas reaching up to 37-39 degrees Celsius.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The pound ticked up against the euro and dollar following Keir Starmer's Labour party election win, with Sterling trading higher at $1.27 and almost flat against the euro. Labour won 410 seats, leading to the incumbent Conservative government's defeat. Investors are optimistic about potential economic improvements under the new leadership. Pound's performance reflects a positive outlook for the post-Brexit period.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 5, 2024, at 3:36 am, the editorial center Brand Perspectives shared a video showing Education Deputy Minister Zhang Liao Wanjian attending a parent-child activity near Shui An Temple in Xitun District, Taichung, on the evening of June 29. However, within a short distance of less than 15 meters, multiple individuals were distributing promotional flyers and recall petitions for legislator Liao Weixiang, sparking speculation online questioning if Zhang Liao Wanjian couldn't accept losing a political contest against Liao Weixiang. Netizens criticized the incident, with some suggesting that the Nationalist Party should use similar tactics to recall Democratic Progressive Party legislators. The presence of recall promotion at this otherwise lighthearted parent-child event raised concerns over potential political manipulation and added an unwelcome political flavor to the event.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A homeless man named Hu collapsed on the side of the road in Pingtung City due to heatstroke and unfortunately passed away after being rushed to the hospital. The incident occurred on July 4th in scorching hot temperatures reaching 31 degrees Celsius, prompting a reminder for the public, especially those who work or stay outdoors for long periods, to take precautions against heatstroke. Authorities are urging for more care and support for the homeless population to prevent similar tragic events from happening.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 5, 2024, a Penghu fishing boat 'Dajinman 88' was seized by the mainland Chinese coast guard, and another Keelung fishing boat was seized by a Japanese patrol boat. KMT lawmaker Xie Longjie questioned President Lai Ching-te, asking when he would speak up about these incidents, criticizing his silence towards both China and Japan. Xie expressed concern over the prolonged detention of the fishermen and called for concrete actions to be taken by the government to address the situation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Wu Si-yao of the Democratic Progressive Party expressed confidence in the constitutional interpretation case and stated that the green camp will not seek to be part of the Legislative Yuan's agency representatives. Despite considering the system's unfairness, they are willing to yield to the blue and white camps as the agency representatives for the constitutional interpretation case. The final agreement from the bipartisan negotiation was for the Kuomintang to recommend two representatives and the People First Party to recommend one. Wu Si-yao voiced concerns over the pre-determined negotiation conclusions from Legislative Yuan Speaker Han Kuo-yu, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a neutral and just process for the constitutional litigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to the Legislative Yuan's Exercise of Powers Act amendment, DPP legislative caucus, Executive Yuan, President, and Control Yuan simultaneously applied for constitutional interpretation and temporary disposition. The Constitutional Court will prepare for temporary disposition on the 10th afternoon, with the Legislative Yuan appointing 3 representatives, 3 attorneys, and 2 appraisers. KMT legislative caucus has nominated Weng Hsiao-ling and Lin Szu-ming as the agency representatives, while the attorneys include renowned legal experts Chen Ching-hsiu from Soochow University Law School, lawyer Yeh Ching-yuan, and former Control Yuan member Chang Kuei-mei.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Cherie Chung, the natural beauty advocate, had a fallout with former close friend Maggie Cheung due to an interview slip-up. Chang became upset, leading to the end of their friendship. In retaliation, Chung deliberately mentioned Cheung's relationship with Eric Tsang during an interview. Chung, who prioritizes privacy, was apparently hurt by Cheung’s disclosure. Despite Chung's sudden rise to fame in her acting career, she chose to retire to care for her family after marriage to media mogul Steve Chu. Chu passed away from colon cancer in 2007, and Chung remained unmarried. The article also details Chung's current lifestyle of gardening and mountaineering. The story of their fallout and Chung's life choices were shared by a media personality on a talk show.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Per CTWANT Weekly, on July 5, 2024, Tang Chih-ping was appointed as a Muay Thai coach. Following the recent passing of his mother, Tang's mental state appeared distressed as he was seen loitering and seeking job opportunities on TV networks. Fortunately, after being hired as a Muay Thai coach by Eiley Co. President Chang Ju-shan, Tang expressed a sense of belonging in 'this team' and changed from his previous notion of no longer wanting to strive for being Taiwanese. Tang, with a Thai-Chinese father and Taiwanese mother, felt uncomfortable after his mother's passing due to the attention received and expressed intent to return to Thailand, his birthplace. However, being enthusiastic about Muay Thai, Tang now finds a sense of belonging in the team, promising to bring in celebrity students and agreeing to media coverage while teaching classes.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the past year, there have been multiple food safety issues, causing some people to be hesitant about dining out and wary of food coloring. The Taiwanese Food and Drug Administration advises people to prioritize purchasing foods with natural colors, avoid excessively bright or cheaply priced colored foods, eat more whole foods, and maintain a balanced diet. Artificial and natural food colorings are commonly used, with concerns raised about potential health effects of artificial colorings, such as increased risk of colon inflammation and cancer. While some studies point to risks associated with artificial colorings, the FDA stresses that as long as food coloring is within legal limits, it should not harm health.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan International Ports Corporation has launched a digitalization initiative at Taichung Port to enhance efficiency in application processing, disaster prevention, and road underground pipeline management. This effort aims to prevent accidents, enhance disaster response, and streamline the operations at one of Taiwan's seven major international commercial ports. The digitalization system will be implemented in two phases, starting with Taichung Port and eventually expanding to other ports, leading to a more transparent and efficient process, reducing paperwork, and aiding in decision-making and management at the port.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to the real transaction data of the top 5 selling streets in Taoyuan in the past year, 'Zhongshan Road' in Taoyuan District and 'Wenqing Road' in Guishan District, known for their convenient transportation advantages, ranked first and third in terms of transaction volume, respectively. Additionally, 'Zhongshan Road,' 'Dayou Road,' and 'Zhongxing Road' have average unit prices in the 2-digit range, attracting property investments. These streets are favored by buyers due to their convenient locations and future development prospects.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Exclusive report on July 5, 2024, at 3:31 AM, reporters Zhang Xiangyu / Comprehensive Report revealed that police officers Hou Xiuyuan and Zhang Shiqing from the Second Sub-bureau of the Chiayi City Government Police Department recently patrolled the area when they received a report from the command center that there were possibly lost children in front of Chiayi Park. Upon arriving, the police found two young children standing at the park entrance unaccompanied and worried due to the hot weather. The children were brought to the police station where they revealed their grandmother had brought them to play at the park but had gone home to fetch water bottles. Meanwhile, a frantic grandmother arrived at the police station looking for her missing grandson, who turned out to be one of the children. The police reminded her of the importance of not leaving children unattended and advised parents to educate children on safety measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock has surged 40.9% in the past 30 days after beating delivery expectations in Q2. Despite positive developments like the upcoming Robotaxi and robotics projects, concerns arise over Tesla's high valuation multiples. Trading at 96.4x non-GAAP forward earnings, Tesla faces criticism for being overvalued as an electric vehicle and technology company. While Elon Musk promises game-changing advancements, like the Robotaxi, analysts remain cautious amidst uncertainties and the stock's steep premiums in various metrics, advising a Hold with a target price implying a 26.57% downside potential.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The article discusses the impressive growth of Nvidia stock in the past five years, with a market cap increase of 2,900%. The company's revenue has soared due to strong demand for its GPUs. Looking forward, projections for Nvidia's revenue growth over the next five years are optimistic, driven by the AI market expansion, gaming hardware demand, and digital twin systems opportunities. Analysts forecast a potential 5x increase in revenue by fiscal 2027, suggesting continued growth potential for Nvidia stock.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Samsung Electronics reported a 15-fold increase in profits for Q2 due to the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) boosting the value of memory chips, leading to a surge in stock price to almost 87,000 Korean won, the highest in nearly 3 years. The semiconductor business is expected to contribute significantly to profits, with analysts citing growing demand for high-end DRAM chips for AI and data center servers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
AI virtual singer Teresa Teng made a surprise appearance at Taoyuan International Airport for the launch event of the collaboration between Digital Kingdom and Rha America. The virtual singer interacted with guests, sang the classic song 'Sweet Honey' at the event, and shared plans to introduce the AI virtual person 'Yumi' to airports in 80 countries to enhance passenger experience. This partnership aims to leverage AI technology to provide innovative services and enhance the overall airport experience, with the future potential of introducing other deceased celebrities as virtual interactive figures based on cultural acceptance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Keelung fishing boat, named 'Harbor Fortune Ocean 266,' suspected of operating outside the 'Taiwan-Japan interim enforcement line,' was intercepted by a Japanese official vessel, and its two Taiwanese crew members along with six Indonesian crew members were taken to Japan for investigation. The Japanese authorities agreed to release them upon paying a fine of around 1.21 million NTD, but the boat and crew will not return directly to Taiwan after the fine is settled. Due to the fishing season and the hefty fine amount, they plan to continue operations at sea and are expected to return to Keelung after July 16. The incident is being handled by the Fisheries Agency in Taiwan and the Japanese authorities.
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