Reported 12 months ago
Brazil's National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) has suspended Meta's new privacy policy for using personal data in AI training, citing risks to fundamental rights. The ANPD's decision halts data processing across all Meta products in Brazil, even for non-users, with a daily non-compliance fine of 50,000 reais. Meta must adjust the policy to exclude personal data processing for AI training, issue an official statement on suspension, and expressed disappointment over delaying AI benefits in Brazil.
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Reported 12 months ago
In her 2024 memoir 'Sociopath,' Patric Gagne asserts that she took the glasses off Beatles drummer Ringo Starr's face as a child, with a 1977 photo possibly serving as proof. Gagne admits to being a liar but stands by her stories, including the theft of Ringo's glasses, which she claims to still have. The photo in question was taken outside Starr's California home in November 1976 but did not mention Gagne or her family by name.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, at 10:03 AM, the Coast Guard discovered the Chinese Coast Guard in the restricted waters of Kinmen, closely monitored and drove them away. Tensions remain high between both sides. During operations near Kinmen, the Penghu fishing boat Da Jin Man 88 was approached by two Chinese Coast Guard vessels, which took photos, conducted a forcible inspection, and then took the boat back to China. Dozens of other Penghu fishing boats were also being monitored. The situation is being handled urgently by the Coast Guard. The incident has raised concerns among the local fishing community.
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Reported 12 months ago
Public health officials are alarmed as bird flu cases are detected in dairy farmworkers and cattle in several states. The virus poses a high-consequence threat if it mutates to infect humans more easily. Challenges include the voluntary nature of testing, limited access to healthcare for rural dairy workers, and the workers' reluctance to seek testing due to financial concerns. Efforts are being made to ramp up testing and surveillance in dairy farms to prevent a potential public health crisis.
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Reported 12 months ago
Amid the current standoff in cross-strait relations, Mainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister and Spokesperson Liang Wen-chieh stated that the Republic of China and the People's Republic of China are not subordinate to each other, drawing criticism from the Taiwan Affairs Office accusing the Democratic Progressive Party of promoting a 'two-state theory,' challenging the One China principle, and provoking people on both sides of the strait. The office warned that such behavior will be punished and fail. Liang's remarks came after President Lai Ching-te mentioned the non-subordination between the ROC and PRC, with Liang emphasizing that it complies with the Constitution.
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Reported 12 months ago
As PLG and T1 merge, the new draft will be the 2024 joint draft held on July 15, with the removal of foreign students from the selection process due to the league's decision to merge. Eight foreign students, including popular potential top pick foreign student Mobaye from NCCU, are unable to participate. The foreign students issued a joint statement hoping for discussions on their work rights, and the new league committee responded to their statement, emphasizing compliance with Taiwanese laws and regulations regarding foreign individuals' rights.
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Reported 12 months ago
In an exclusive sneak peek of Paramount+’s Criminal Minds: Evolution, JJ helps Prentiss in the sixth episode titled “Message in a Bottle” as she deals with an existential hangover. After being put on restricted duty, Emily is found crashing at Garcia’s place, attempting to pass off her boosted spirits as from white wine but JJ realizes otherwise. Showrunner Erica Messer describes the episode as a departure showing the closeness between Emily and JJ in an unexpected way, while also referencing Emily’s unique snacking skills with chips. The episode also features Alvez and Garcia profiling a target, and Rossi confronting haunting delusions.
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Reported 12 months ago
A female netizen shared on Dcard that her family is an engineer earning around a million annually, with a preference for flight attendants as partners. Despite actively using dating apps to meet flight attendants, no fruitful results were achieved, sparking discussions online about who flight attendants marry and the qualities they prefer. Netizens mentioned that a 100,000 annual income lacked appeal for flight attendants, who they believed desired partners who could afford luxury items like Chanel bags. Some even shared experiences of flight attendants they knew dating pilots or being financially supported. Others expressed confusion over the allure of being a flight attendant and discussed the financial challenges they faced after leaving the profession.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, the Taiwan stock market's weighted index closed down 179.2 points at 22,879.37 points, a decrease of 0.78%. Foreign investors sold more than 30,000 shares of the highly discussed stock, TaiGen Biotechnology-DR, which had previously spiked but was later listed for disposal, leading to a sharp drop to the limit price of 6.38 yuan. Hon Hai was heavily affected with over 44,000 shares sold, marking the third consecutive day of selling. The top four stocks in foreign selling were Hon Hai, TaiGen Biotechnology-DR, Far EasTone, and United Microelectronics Corporation, with each facing substantial selling pressure.
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Reported 12 months ago
Reflecting on the stock market halfway through 2024, the article discusses sector performance in the S&P 500, highlighting tech and communications leading the index, while growth-heavy sectors excel over value and income stocks. It suggests investing in stocks like Okta, Celsius Holdings, Ares Capital, NextEra Energy, and Home Depot as compelling opportunities outside of mega caps due to their growth prospects and performances in various industries.
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Reported 12 months ago
一家英國公司Nyobolt位於劍橋，發展了一種電池，其充電時間從10%到80%只需4分鐘半。這比特斯拉的Supercharger等目前的充電器的速度快約75%。Nyobolt的CEO表示，該技術可能比你想像的實現得更早，並且公司的電池也與特斯拉的技術兼容。這將為電動汽車充電市場帶來革新。
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Reported 12 months ago
Guggenheim has reduced its price target for McDonald's stock from $315 to $280 per share due to softening sales, citing concerns about the current economic backdrop. Despite reiterating a Buy rating, the analyst note highlights short-term sales worries. The fast food giant's stock has declined 16% this year, prompting questions about a potential broader trend among consumer-facing companies facing economic challenges.
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Reported 12 months ago
A nurse in Taiwan shared their salary details on Dcard, expressing disappointment with the low wages in the nursing profession. Despite Taiwan's reputable healthcare standards and insurance system, frontline nurses face poor working conditions and low pay, leading to a significant turnover rate in the workforce. The nurse highlighted the harsh reality of earning only NT$26,400 in their first month, contrary to the misconception that nurses can easily make NT$60,000 to 70,000 monthly. The post aimed to raise awareness about the struggles nurses face and the potential collapse of the healthcare system due to low salaries, urging people to recognize the issue and strive for a better future. The post sparked discussions on the unreasonable work environment and disparities in pay for nurses in Taiwan.
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Reported 12 months ago
Tomorrow, on July 3rd, Japan's new banknotes will be officially issued. The new banknotes incorporate advanced anti-counterfeiting technology, raising production costs by about 13% compared to current paper banknotes. The Japan National Printing Bureau manufactures the banknotes, with the Bank of Japan covering manufacturing and recycling costs. In the 2023 fiscal year, the production cost of the new banknotes amounted to 619.25 billion yen (approximately 125 billion TWD), with a total of 3.03 billion banknotes produced at a cost of 20.4 yen each. The increased cost is attributed to rising raw material prices and the adoption of new anti-counterfeiting technologies.
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Reported 12 months ago
According to reports, the Chinese Communist Party allegedly used the official media Xinhua News Agency to intervene in Taiwanese political talk shows, with representatives monitoring the studios and inserting pro-China viewpoints. Wu Zijia, Chairman of the 'Beautiful Island Electronic News,' has filed a report with the Prosecutor's Office against Xinhua journalist Zhao Bo for potentially inciting rebellion. It's claimed that the program produced by Zhao Bo in collaboration with a Taiwanese television station may violate Taiwan's sovereignty and be considered an act of subversion against the government, prompting Wu Zijia to take legal action. Further investigation will involve summoning two Taiwan journalists, the Director of the Mainland Affairs Council, and a DPP legislator.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, media personality Huang Yangming revealed on a show that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) allegedly offered eight-figure benefits to compete for the head of the Legislative Yuan, leading to legal actions taken against him by the DPP. During the trial, Xu Qiaoxin, a Kuomintang (KMT) legislator, indicated that she heard this information from KMT think tank executive Ke Jiezhen. The commentator raised doubts about the situation, questioning why Xu did not report the issue properly but instead chose to disclose it to Huang. The case involves allegations of vote buying, with implications for the DPP and upcoming elections.
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Reported 12 months ago
Chinese coast guard ships approached a Penghu fishing boat operating in waters near Kinmen, Taiwan, taking photos, conducting an unauthorized inspection, and attempting to bring the boat back to China. Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration quickly initiated emergency measures to rescue the fishing boat. This incident comes amidst a series of Chinese coast guard intrusions in Kinmen's waters, causing distress among other nearby fishing vessels.
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Reported 12 months ago
特斯拉的全球销量连续第二个季度下滑，尽管降价和低息融资优惠，这是公司产品以及整体电动汽车需求疲弱的另一个迹象。尽管这一下滑，但销量超出了分析师预期，这推动了特斯拉周二股价上涨10%。今年迄今为止，特斯拉的股价下跌约7%，但已几乎抵消了前几个月的更大损失。
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Reported 12 months ago
根据彭博报道，美国民主党全国委员会（DNC）正在考虑最早于7月21日正式提名乔·拜登作为总统候选人。据《雅虎财经》高级专栏作家里克·纽曼在《早间简报》中解释，DNC可能在8月大会前提名拜登。点击观看《早间简报》的完整视频获取更多专家见解和最新市场动向。
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Reported 12 months ago
President Biden aims to increase corporate taxes, proposing a 28% tax rate and a 21% minimum tax to ensure big companies contribute more to the country's finances. However, Kevin O'Leary believes such a move would hinder U.S. competitiveness, making the country the least competitive in the G7. O'Leary has previously warned that raising corporate taxes would impede economic growth, making it harder for U.S. businesses to compete globally and potentially reducing job creation.
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Reported 12 months ago
The Central Weather Bureau predicts sunny to partly cloudy and hot temperatures in various areas this week, with a chance of localized temperatures exceeding 37 degrees Celsius in the greater Taipei area on the 5th and 6th of July. As the scorching summer arrives, are you prepared to beat the heat? In addition to relying on fans or air conditioning for cooling, nutritionist Zhang Yizhen shared 8 cooling foods on her Facebook page 'Good Food Class' that will help you stay cool this summer, including watermelon, cucumber, bitter melon, tomato, green beans, coix seeds, chili peppers, and plain water. She also provided three cooling tips: wear breathable clothing, seek shade to avoid direct sunlight, and keep the indoor environment well-ventilated to stay comfortably cool.
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Reported 12 months ago
According to Norwegian media and security agency reports referenced by Voice of Germany on July 2, 2024, a Norwegian citizen was arrested for suspected espionage activities for China. The individual, arrested by Norway's Police Security Service (PST) on Monday, has not had their specific identity revealed. The suspect, a male, was detained upon returning from China, with the court proceeding held later in Oslo. The PST spokesperson stated that if convicted, the suspect could face up to 10 years in prison. This arrest follows Norway's annual threat assessment report highlighting China as a significant intelligence threat for the year 2024.
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Reported 12 months ago
A recent report titled 'Global Automotive Outlook 2024' by US consulting firm AlixPartners predicts that by 2030, Chinese car brands will hold 33% of the global market, posing a significant challenge to traditional car manufacturers. The rise of Chinese brands is attributed to cost advantages, localized production strategies, advanced technology, and consumer-oriented sales models. The report also foresees a shift to electric vehicles, with new energy vehicles expected to make up nearly half of global sales by 2030. These trends are redefining the automotive industry landscape, with implications for traditional OEMs and suppliers worldwide.
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Reported 12 months ago
Discussions continue within the Democratic Party on whether to replace Biden with another candidate for the upcoming presidential election. An American expert who accurately predicted nine presidential elections advises the Democratic Party not to panic, as debate performance is not always directly linked to election results. Despite declining approval ratings, close confidants like the First Lady Jill Biden remain supportive. CNN reports that only three individuals close to Biden, including his wife, sister, and longtime friend and advisor Kaufman, could significantly influence his decision to run. The article also touches upon concerns over Trump's recent court victory granting him certain immunity and the potential implications on the democratic system.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, Mayor Ko was invited to attend the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Independence Day celebration, where he took a selfie with AIT Director Sandler. Mayor Ko expressed gratitude and bid farewell to the departing director, expressing his hope for strengthened bilateral cooperation between Taiwan and the US to safeguard regional security and stability. He fondly remembered their interactions since August 2021 and praised Sandler's contributions to Taiwan-US relations, including cooperation in various fields like economy, technology, healthcare, and regional peace.
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