Reported 9 months ago
According to Reuters on June 27, 2024, Apple supplier Foxconn faced allegations of job discrimination at its Indian factory for refusing to hire married women. The Indian government has requested a detailed report, to which Foxconn responded with five points affirming their zero-tolerance stance against discrimination. They emphasized prioritizing employee welfare, denying any discrimination based on marital status, gender, or religion, and ensuring equal job opportunities for all applicants. Foxconn also took actions in the past to rectify non-compliant recruitment advertisements by third-party agencies and reported a quarter of married female employees in India. They welcome married women to wear traditional jewelry at work.
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Reported 9 months ago
Starting immediately, the New Homeowner Scheme (New Qing An) will have a one-time loan restriction in an effort to prevent short-term speculation and subletting activities that have been causing chaos in the housing market. The Ministry of Finance has introduced new measures to crack down on these behaviors, including requiring new loan applicants to sign a statement confirming their intention to reside in the purchased property and limiting each individual to one loan under the scheme. The government aims to ensure that its limited financial resources are utilized effectively and is committed to promoting housing justice and curbing speculative activities in the market.
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Reported 9 months ago
According to Central Weather Bureau, on June 27, 2024, at 12:38 AM, extreme heat alerts have been issued for 18 counties and cities, with Pingtung County under a red warning sign, potentially reaching 38 degrees. The Bureau advised people to stay away from high-temperature environments and take necessary precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses. Other areas under various warning signs include Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, Taipei City, New Taipei City, Hsinchu County, Changhua County, Nantou County, Yunlin County, among others.
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Reported 9 months ago
Hsinchu Mayor Gao Hong-an visited the Kuomintang caucus in the Legislative Yuan to address the revision of the Financial Planning Law, expressing that the current law is unfair to Hsinchu City and seeking the assistance of the Legislative Yuan in amending it. During the meeting, Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu made a surprising remark, comparing Gao Hong-an to Snow White, prompting laughter from attendees. Han Kuo-yu further discussed the need for various party caucuses to propose different versions of the law to ensure local areas receive sufficient resources for development.
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Reported 9 months ago
Countless management theories and books propose that speaking the truth can have a significant impact on organizational effectiveness, especially when guiding employees. A practical example is shared about a friend who tried to address issues with an accountant in his small PR company, leading to various discrepancies and mistakes. Despite being disappointed by the accountant's performance, the friend chose not to penalize her and instead attempted to foster a better relationship. However, due to the lack of constructive criticism, the accountant's errors escalated, resulting in significant losses for the company. The importance of honest communication is highlighted through the example of NBA Coach Gregg Popovich, who prioritizes building relationships with his players through sincere dialogue and feedback, leading to the success of the San Antonio Spurs. The article emphasizes the significance of relationship-building, creating a positive atmosphere, and engaging in sincere conversations for effective leadership and team performance.
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Reported 9 months ago
SoftBank Group Corp's Vision Fund 2 is investing $10-20 million in U.S. search startup Perplexity AI at a $3 billion valuation, as part of a larger $250 million funding round. Perplexity AI's search tools provide instant answers with sources and citations, using language models like OpenAI and Meta's Llama. The company previously raised $73.6 million from investors including Nvidia and Jeff Bezos, serving over 500 million queries in 2023.
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Reported 9 months ago
On June 19, 2024, Taiwan Democratic Foundation held a board meeting to address the appointment of the chairman and CEO positions. The meeting smoothly approved Han Kuo-yu as chairman, but the appointment of CEO Lu Yeh-chung was still on hold. Lin Chia-lung, during questioning at the Legislative Yuan, emphasized that no hindrance occurred, even stating that not even Han Kuo-yu, a prominent figure, was stalled. The incident sparked a back-and-forth exchange between Lin and KMT legislator Ma Wen-chun regarding the foundation's decision-making process and potential implications for political dynamics within the organization.
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Reported 9 months ago
A tragic car-motorcycle accident occurred at the intersection of Yujing Road and Yuxiao Road in Tainan City's East District in the morning of June 27, 2024. A 57-year-old man surnamed Chen riding a motorcycle from east to west on Yujing Road was hit by a white sedan traveling from north to south on Yuxiao Road. Chen lost control, fell, and tragically got caught under a parked sedan. Despite immediate rescue efforts by Tainan City Fire Department, Chen had no vital signs. The driver of the sedan, surnamed Wang, tested negative for alcohol, ruling out drunk driving. Police will further investigate the accident's cause and assign responsibility. Drivers are reminded to strictly follow traffic rules and stay alert for road safety in urban areas.
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Reported 9 months ago
Taipei Mayor Jiang Wan-an expressed his enthusiasm for inviting stars like Jay Chou to perform at the Taipei Dome if restrictions on concerts are lifted. The Taipei City Council has passed a proposal supporting the city government in clarifying the legal framework for hosting events at the Taipei Dome. Although there has been ongoing debate over whether the Taipei Dome can host concerts, the Ministry of the Interior clarified that as long as safety plans are in place, approval can be granted by local governments for such activities, shifting responsibility back to Taipei City government.
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Reported 9 months ago
A female college student from Yuan Ze University brought her pet Axolotl to a sushi restaurant and placed it on a soy sauce plate for photos, sparking outrage online. Although the student has apologized to the restaurant, Sushi Shop will still pursue legal action to emphasize food safety and dining environment regulations. The shop has reinforced utensil cleaning and disinfection at all branches to ensure dining safety. Despite the apology, the shop will proceed with the lawsuit to uphold the importance of adhering to proper dining standards.
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Reported 9 months ago
PLG and T1 have announced their intention to merge and operate as a league of 11 teams next season, impacting the upcoming draft. PLG Vice President Chen Chien-Chou disclosed that the selection event planned for July 3 will proceed as scheduled. The exact selection date and process are still pending discussion among the 11 teams. Chen reassured that candidates have prepared for the physical tests on July 3, emphasizing the importance of maintaining readiness for the selection process.
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Reported 9 months ago
On June 27, 2024, a new Qing An Loan optimized plan was announced to regulate the overheated housing market and prevent issues like subletting and using proxies. The revised principles state that those who received the Qing An preferential loan from August 1 of the previous year onwards cannot apply for the same preferential loan again starting June 27 of this year. Borrowers are limited to one loan, and banks must request a self-occupied declaration from new loan applicants. Failure to comply will result in the termination of interest subsidies and the recovery of interest already paid, with strict monitoring of loan cases and government data for enforcement. The Ministry of Finance aims to prevent speculation, proxy applications, and post-loan subletting by inspecting loan management mechanisms thoroughly. Legal measures are in place to ensure fair usage of government resources and balance public needs, with a total of 57,980 households benefiting from the Qing An Loan by the end of May this year. The government vows to uphold the policy of promoting stable homeownership, safeguarding the rights of borrowers who purchase homes for self-occupancy without subletting. Coordinated efforts will continue to refine loan management mechanisms and closely supervise the implementation of the Qing An Loan to maintain the original intent of the policy promoting stable homeownership and contribute to a healthy housing market industry. Various reports also discuss possible issues related to the Qing An Loan, emphasizing the importance of curbing unintended consequences and maintaining market stability.
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Reported 9 months ago
A male staff officer surnamed Wang from the Military Intelligence Bureau of the Ministry of National Defense in Taiwan was given a major demerit after forcibly hugging a female colleague without consent in a parking lot four years ago. The female colleague filed a sexual harassment complaint, leading to Wang voluntarily leaving the military with a low performance evaluation score of 'C'. Wang sued the bureau but lost the case in court, with judges ruling that his actions constituted a violation of the female colleague's wishes and that the bureau's disciplinary actions were justified.
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Reported 9 months ago
A fire involving an electric car occurred in Kaohsiung on June 25th, and surprisingly, two days later, the same group of people found someone fallen on the road around 3 a.m. They rode to the local police station, and shortly after leaving, their vehicle caught fire again. The fire department promptly assisted in extinguishing the blaze. The car owner expressed anguish as the modified car, costing 200,000, caught fire. With '2 fires in 3 days,' the 200,000-modified electric car ignited, and the fire department hurried to put out the fire.
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Reported 9 months ago
高虹安特地北上拜會民眾黨團、國民黨團，爭取修正財政劃分法的支持。國民黨團總召傅崐萁在致詞中提到，新竹市目前分配款相對貧乏，未來修法應更符合地方貢獻，避免縣市長需沿街托缽。高虹安則強調新竹市在各版本的分配中處於劣勢，建議依據稅收貢獻度和人均所得額作為指標分配，以縮小不公平的差距。
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Reported 9 months ago
On the one-month anniversary of President Lai Ching-te's inauguration, he announced the establishment of three major committees: the 'National Climate Change Strategy Committee,' the 'National Resilience Committee for Defense,' and the 'Committee for Promoting Health Taiwan,' aiming to develop strategies for national development, engage with civil society, deepen cooperation with the international community, and initiate actions for Taiwan's future. People First Party Chairman Ko Wen-je raised a crucial question, asking who bears political responsibility and questioning if the existing structure of the Executive Yuan is insufficient to accommodate personnel. Ko Wen-je urged President Lai to clarify the operation, business goals, and political accountability of the committees, citing the upcoming defense battle over the Taiwan Health Promotion Committee.
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Reported 9 months ago
Tamsui Historic Museum in New Taipei City is celebrating its 19th anniversary on July 1st with various activities throughout July. Events include a breakfast party for Cancer zodiac sign friends, free entry, and special gifts for those born on the same day, a limited edition breakfast set for Cancer zodiac sign individuals, and online lucky draws. Visitors are encouraged to join in the celebrations and take part in the museum's unique offerings.
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Reported 9 months ago
Foxconn Group has issued a five-point statement today in response to reports by Reuters in India regarding employment discrimination, firmly denying the accusations and emphasizing that about 25% of the female employees recruited by Foxconn in India are married, and they absolutely do not tolerate any form of discrimination. The company has taken action to correct issues like removing cooperation with third-party recruitment companies. The Indian government has requested a detailed report on the issue from the state of Tamil Nadu where Foxconn's factory is located.
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Reported 9 months ago
Foxconn Group has issued a five-point statement today in response to a Reuters report on employment discrimination in India, firmly denying the allegations and emphasizing that about 25% of the female employees recruited by Foxconn in India are married, and the company does not tolerate any form of discrimination. The article exposes that Foxconn, a supplier for Apple, allegedly refused to allow married women to work on iPhone assembly in Tamil Nadu, India. The Indian government has requested a detailed report from the Tamil Nadu authorities. Foxconn emphasizes maintaining the welfare of employees globally as its top priority and highlights its commitment to equal job opportunities, diverse recruitment, and compliance with local standards.
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Reported 9 months ago
Recently, there has been an increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases in Taipei City, leading to a situation where hospital beds are becoming scarce in some medical centers. The Taipei City Health Bureau reported 79 new cases in the past week, up from 53 the week before, but assured that medical resources are sufficient with available isolation beds and antiviral medications. However, there is a tight bed situation in 8 medical centers, with different hospitals experiencing varying levels of strain on their resources.
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Reported 9 months ago
PTT上有網友分享在診所領藥時接觸到咳嗽患者，即使有戴口罩仍確診，引發網友憂慮確診潮再度蔓延。多名網友表示最近出現喉嚨不適、疲倦等症狀，並在確診後分享治療經驗。一些網友開始感受到傳染力增強，設想是否要請假，並警覺疫情可能進入高峰期。有網友提到確診後症狀持續嚴重，連續兩周無力，甚至發燒到產生幻覺，擔心感染後遲遲無法康復。
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Reported 9 months ago
In Taipei, reporter Chen Meijun reports that the Ministry of Finance recently ordered eight major state-owned banks to investigate whether New Qing'an housing loans have become a main culprit in property speculation. Some banks have found dozens of cases where New Qing'an loan applicants sold their properties and now need to reclaim interest payments. While New Qing'an housing loans were intended to help young people purchase homes, they have unfortunately become a convenient tool for property investors due to a lack of supporting measures. The Ministry of Finance has instructed banks to thoroughly investigate any suspected cases of using loan funds for purposes other than self-occupation, and stricter scrutiny is expected in the future.
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Reported 9 months ago
During a resurgence of COVID-19 on June 27, 2024, Kuomintang Taipei City Councilor Liu Tsai-Wei announced on Facebook that she had tested positive for the virus for the first time despite boasting to be the chosen one for years. Liu stated she would self-manage her health and unable to attend an event that evening, urging friends to visit her office if needed. She warned about the severity of the virus, describing the coughing sensation as if her lungs were about to come out, and encouraged self-isolation for symptomatic individuals, wearing masks, and seeking medical help promptly if needed.
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Reported 9 months ago
At the shareholders' meeting of Jingcheng Construction (2524) held recently, despite the historical high stock price of 60 NT dollars, the revenue decreased by about 24.5% from last year to 2.55 billion NT dollars, with no dividends issued. Chairman Cai Tianzan mentioned that with technology giants like TSMC announcing expansion in Kaohsiung, the real estate market is expected to thrive for another 20 years. Despite the rise in stock price to 60 NT dollars, the revenue and net profit of Jingcheng in 2023 decreased significantly, leading to no dividends being issued for the 6th consecutive year. The company opened at 54.5 NT dollars and dropped to 54.1 NT dollars by midday. Disclaimer: The data provided is for reference only, investors should make independent judgments and evaluate carefully.
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Reported 9 months ago
一位美國Cybertruck車主等了五年終於拿到新車，但上路4小時後疑似因剎車鎖死而失控暴衝進鄰居家，造成重大損壞，預計維修費用高達3萬美元，修理零件等待時間長達一年。車主批評特斯拉公司處理事故隨便，客服回應隨意且賠償處理不力。目前特斯拉尚未公開回應。
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