Reported 12 months ago
Vice President Lai Ching-te attended the AIT U.S. Independence Day reception where Sandra Oudkirk, director of the AIT Taipei Office, expressed gratitude to Lai for her leadership and noted the continued flourishing Taiwan-U.S. relations under President Lai. The event was themed on the 'Golden Age of Hollywood', with Lai referencing 'Star Wars' in her speech to strengthen Taiwan-U.S. relations. Oudkirk praised Lai's commitment to peace and prosperity for the Taiwanese people and highlighted the shared values and cooperation between the U.S. and Taiwan in various aspects like supply chain resilience, cybersecurity, and culture exchanges.
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Reported 12 months ago
Chen Yi, a constant topic of discussion, recently had her Facebook account disappear again, less than a month after being rediscovered by netizens. While her account was restored on the evening of July 2, the verified blue badge was unexpectedly removed without warning. Chen Yi sought help from Show Lo, recalling how she had faced a similar situation years ago until obtaining a personal Wikipedia page. She expressed concern over the situation and shed tears in her post. Chen Yi clarified that her account had been reported maliciously, leading her to create an account on another platform and change her Facebook profile picture to a forward-facing photo to avoid further reports of unauthorized usage. Previously, Chen Yi had received an official notification from Facebook citing fraudulent activities, giving her 180 days to appeal the suspension or risk permanent deactivation.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, FTNN News reported that a proposed amendment allowing the extension of nuclear power plant operations is set to be examined in the legislative committee in July, impacting future energy policies. Legislator Chang Chieh-kai mentioned that 64.1% of the public supports extending nuclear power plants, aligning with the People's Party faction and party chairman Ko Wen-je. The People's Party has emphasized the importance of a clear energy policy from the government and criticized the lack of concrete plans for renewable energy sources in the face of potential power shortages. Legislator Chang called for a serious approach to energy policies and referenced international examples of countries extending nuclear plant operations. Additionally, public discontent over power outages was highlighted, with calls for government officials to experience discomfort during legislative sessions if power issues persist.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
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Reported 12 months ago
In an incident in Taichung's North District in March, a man named Huang was driving an ambulance with a patient onboard. When passing an intersection, a college student named Shi riding a motorcycle did not yield and collided with the ambulance, resulting in fatal head injuries for Shi. Authorities initially found Shi's blood alcohol level to be 0.54mg/l, twice the limit for public endangerment. However, after family members disputed that Shi had just finished classes and could not have been drinking, forensic experts retested using eye fluid and found the alcohol level to be 0, indicating no alcohol was present. The case is still under investigation to determine whether Huang will be prosecuted for causing death by negligence.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
一名中國17歲羽球運動員在印尼亞洲青年羽球錦標賽比賽時倒地猝死，引發網友熱議。一名自稱「穿越者」的網友早在幾天前預言了這起事件，並向遇難者家屬道歉。許多人質疑此預言的真實性，但也有人解釋可能只是偶然巧合。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Yahoo News reported the Taiwan Lottery draw for the 113066th draw on the evening of July 2, 2024. The winning numbers are 39, 38, 41, 01, 33, 45, with the special number 46. The jackpot was not won this time, guaranteeing NT$100 million for the next draw. Among the 12 one million prizes drawn this round, only one was won individually, with 11 prizes remaining for the next round on July 5. The additional 100 sets of one million prize numbers will be drawn until July 5. If lucky enough to match any of the promotional numbers, winners can take home NT$1 million.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The upcoming Thai BL drama 'I Saw You In My Dream' starring Putter Phubase Pratumrat and Ryu Ingkarat Damrongsakkul has announced its release date for July 24, 2024, on WeTV. The story follows Ai, who has prophetic dreams about his neighbor Yu, leading to unexpected closeness. The drama will premiere at 8 p.m. ICT and release new episodes every Wednesday. Apart from this, other Thai BL dramas set to release in July 2024 include 'This Love Doesn’t Have Long Beans,' 'Century of Love,' and '4 Minutes.'
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
A stampede occurred during a 'Satsang' religious event in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras district in India, resulting in the deaths of at least 107 people, mostly women. Two children, aged 4 and 8, were among the confirmed casualties. Authorities suspect that the crowd felt suffocated leading to a panic-induced stampede, exacerbated by the hot and humid weather conditions. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact details of the incident.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, former President Trump declared during a debate that he could end the Russia-Ukraine war within a day, but the Russian ambassador to the UN quickly refuted this as impossible. The ambassador stated that the conflict could have ended in April 2022, but Western countries supported Ukraine to continue resisting Russia. Additionally, Russian President Putin proposed a ceasefire and negotiations if Ukraine halted NATO accession and withdrew from Russian-occupied areas.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
中央氣象署預報指出，明天全台天氣炎熱，台南、高雄、屏東等地為橙色高溫警示，可能出現38℃極端高溫；其他地區也須留意高溫情況。此外，林定宜氣象預報員指出，未來一周午後西半部及山區可能有局部雷陣雨，中南部地區則有局部大雨，提醒民眾應加強防範。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
During the Academia Sinica Academician Conference today (7/2), the feasibility of future nuclear energy use was a key concern. Vice Premier of the Executive Yuan, Chen Li-chun, emphasized the need for both pro-nuclear and anti-nuclear stakeholders to address the nuclear waste issue before discussing nuclear energy use. Chen Li-chun spoke at the 35th Academia Sinica Academician Conference presenting a governance vision for the national Hope Project and highlighted the importance of innovation, expanded social investment, and the pursuit of democracy and peace. Discussions also touched on the government's push towards a second energy transition with a focus on diverse green energy sources. The Academia Sinica academic Liu Hong-wen and a US professor raised questions on the potential of future nuclear energy use, with Chen Li-chun expressing optimism about advancements in nuclear energy safety and waste management in the future.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
法務部行政執行署今天舉辦了「123聯合拍賣會」，拍賣總金額高達新台幣7462萬5977元，將全部進入國庫。拍賣活動包括不動產及動產，其中台北分署以4217萬5000元拍定國安局上校劉冠軍妻子的豪宅，另有新竹分署以335萬1000元拍定黑色賓士車等名車。其他地方分署也拍賣了各種財產，共計逾7400萬元進帳。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
In Taiwan, a man named Mr. Cai and his family were lured by a cheap air conditioner advertisement online and paid a deposit of nearly 40,000 yuan to an installer named Mr. Zhong for two air conditioners costing almost 80,000 yuan. However, Mr. Zhong continuously delayed the installation, even disappearing at one point. It was later discovered that the air conditioners were never delivered as promised, leading Mr. Cai to track down the manufacturer to retrieve his deposit, highlighting the importance of caution and transparency in such transactions.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Reflecting on the frugal habits passed down by parents in a society focused on materialism and social media, the article shares stories of individuals who grew up with parents that emphasized smart spending. From splurging on quality tools for a printing company to prioritizing education and travel, these parents demonstrated the importance of investing in certain areas while being frugal in others. The article highlights the valuable lessons on balancing saving and splurging that can be passed down through generations.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
According to TVBS News on July 2, 2024, the Legislative Yuan's exercise of authority legislation has taken effect, with the People's Party caucus announcing today (2nd) that they will officially propose inviting the president to the Legislative Yuan for a national address on July 12. However, the Presidential Office has emphasized once again to await the verdict and refrain from taking action before the constitutional interpretation results are out. Various political parties are discussing the proposal, with implications depending on the stance of the Kuomintang party. The People's Party's proactive approach might be influenced by recent low support ratings, sparking preemptive actions amidst the political landscape.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Due to heavy rain causing additional landslides, the reopening of the Su-Hua Highway in the Chongde section, originally scheduled for today, has been postponed until tomorrow afternoon, and the Taiwan Railway can only maintain single-track operations in both directions. Nearly a hundred people were trapped overnight, but the Hualien County Government was completely unaware. The continuous landslides at the Chongde section hampered repair work, leading to delays in the highway's reopening. The impacts of the heavy rain on the Su-Hua Highway and the Hualien Railway section are also discussed, highlighting the challenges of dealing with such incidents in the region.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
知名DJ妖嬌將代表台灣至法國巴黎奧運演出，此前現身高雄的啤酒音樂節。她受邀參加活動的開箱活動場域，並將在音樂節中首次加入「水舞降溫系統」的表演，為夏天帶來清涼。粉絲關心她將如何應對高溫，妖嬌表示已做好準備，引發期待。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
劇本播客將由Lauren Lapkus主持，講述見證與死者的難以理解、非凡和可怕相遇的人。這個混合劇本/非劇本的超自然播客將在7月9日推出，由Lapkus主演，內容來自Glass Podcasts和iHeart Podcasts，由Lapkus、Nancy Glass、Andrea Gunning和Ben Fetterman執行製作。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
根據CFA Institute周二的數據，CFA特許金融分析師考試第二級的通過率飆升到59％，高於去年11月和8月的44％以及去年5月的52％，是自1998年以來的最高水平。首次參加考試的人士通過率明顯高於平均通過率，達67％，而推遲考試的人士通過率平均為39％。CFA Institute還表示，越來越多的人在大學期間報考該考試，這些候選人表現出色，因為他們已經有了導致成功的學術思維和學習習慣。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Invest, made strategic purchases to start the second half of 2024 after a challenging first half. Some of the stocks she bought include Palantir, Archer Aviation, and Intellia. Despite varying performance, these purchases reflect Wood's confidence in their potential growth and market positioning.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The CDC has released new guidance for the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine, recommending that everyone aged 6 months and older should receive the updated shot. The updated vaccines from Moderna, Novavax, and Pfizer will target the KP.2 lineage of the virus, with Novavax focusing on the JN.1 variant. The release date of the new vaccine is expected to be in the fall, and experts emphasize the importance of vaccination to protect against severe illness and the evolving virus variants.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, the Taiwan Stock Exchange ended with a 179.2-point drop at 22,879.37 points, a 0.78% decrease, with foreign investors net selling 24.79 billion NTD. Among the stocks purchased by foreign investors were two internet networking companies, with Zhengyun surging by 34.45 NTD and Xunzou reaching its limit up, both being among the top ten net buying stocks. Additionally, bulk shipping company Yumin increased by 5.31% with 9,922 shares bought in, prompting speculation from investors regarding potential market movements in this sector.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Actor Huang Zijiao was summoned by the northern prosecutors for a case 18 years ago involving alleged sexual misconduct. Despite the scheduled court hearing at 2:30 pm, he was late for 20 minutes and then had his lawyer request a postponement, citing illness and requesting to reschedule. Huang Zijiao, who was previously involved in MeToo controversies, faced new accusations from a former model, leading to the latest court summons where he delayed his appearance. Huang Zijiao's actions raised questions of privilege and defiance towards prosecutors.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
A tragic stampede occurred during a religious event called 'Satsang' in Uttar Pradesh, India, on July 2, resulting in the deaths of at least 27 people, including three children. The incident happened in Mughalgarhi village, where overcrowding led to a chaotic situation at a narrow exit after the prayers. Reports indicate that the death toll may rise, with at least 122 confirmed fatalities and over 150 injuries. Local authorities have announced investigations and emergency assistance measures for the victims' families.
Source: YAHOO