Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, the Taiwan stock market opened low and fluctuated, with major tech companies like Hon Hai and TSMC facing challenges. The overall index fell by 179.2 points to 22,879.37 points, a decrease of 0.78%, with a trading volume of 4808.94 billion yuan. Major institutions collectively sold over 30.5 billion yuan, with discussions among investors about the impact of this sell-off and the resilience of the market. Despite the significant selling pressure, the market drop remained less than 1%.
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Reported 12 months ago
Fan Yichen, along with other artists like Bii Bi Shujin, recently performed in an event for senior citizens in Taitung. Fan not only delighted his teachers by performing, but also had his elementary school teacher run up to recognize him. This heartwarming encounter led to a fan frenzy at the event, with elderly fans even interrupting their children's wedding celebrations to take photos with the artists. The event showcased a heartwarming mix of music bridging generational gaps and creating unforgettable memories for all involved.
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Many homeowners who took out adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) loans are facing significantly higher monthly payments this year as interest rates have remained elevated. Data from Intercontinental Exchange shows that 1.7 million homeowners have bought homes with ARMs since 2019, with 328,000 loans already resetting and 102,000 more set to reset in the next 12 months. Despite the risk of increased rates and historical issues following the subprime mortgage crisis, the popularity of ARM loans has doubled in the past four years. While ARMs may be suitable for some, it's crucial for borrowers to understand the terms and risks involved to avoid unexpected financial stress.
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Reported 12 months ago
According to the Directorate General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics (DGBAS), the median annual salary of Taiwan's 8.17 million workers is 518,000 yuan, with half of the labor force earning 40,000 per month. However, after adjusting for inflation, this figure has shown a negative growth trend for three consecutive years. Even though the number of people earning less than 30,000 per month has decreased compared to a decade ago, it still stands at a high 1.49 million. Nationalist Party legislator Lai Shih-Pao expressed concern over the significant disparity between the top 10% and the bottom 10% of earners, which has widened by 4.12 times, reaching a record high annually. This growing imbalance in income distribution reflects the harsh reality of Taiwan's society, with the wealthiest neighborhoods reporting average annual incomes of up to 4.61 million, predominantly concentrated in technology hubs like Hsinchu City and County. While the booming tech industry offers high salaries and bonuses, it does not translate to overall societal prosperity or ensure a comfortable life for the majority. Lai criticized the government for its limited success in addressing low wages and the alarming increase in wealth inequality. The latest official data shows that the wealthiest 20% of households in Taiwan hold 62.68% of the nation's total wealth, while the poorest 20% possess a mere 0.94%. This 66.9-fold wealth gap marks a significant increase from 30 years ago when it was 16.8 times. These figures highlight the widening income disparity and the worsening sense of deprivation felt by lower-income groups, contributing to issues like declining birth rates and marriage rates among young people. Despite the Tsai administration's promises to tackle long-standing low-wage issues, subsequent policies under the Lai Ching-Te-led government have focused more on political infighting than addressing public welfare or resolving grievances, leading to disappointment among the populace. (Original Article: 蘋果新聞網)
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台北101的小CK(CHARLES & KEITH)專櫃6月30日遭一名粉紅色洋裝長髮女子砸店，警方初步誤認她是泰國籍，但後有網友指認她是台灣人。該女子因在泰國工作時被前男友遺棄而精神受創，說話混雜台泰文，被誤認為泰國人。警方表示需等出院後由移民署確認真實身分。女子被強制送醫治療。
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Tainan's Zhen Shan Mei Theater announced on Facebook yesterday that it will be closing on 8/1, leaving many local movie fans feeling regretful. Mayor Huang Wei-che expressed his sadness upon hearing this news, encouraging everyone to seize the last opportunity to 'watch and save' the theater, reminiscing about memories and youth. The theater, located in Tainan's historic district, is known for its artsy ambiance and screenings of art films, beloved by fans. The sudden closure announcement received an outpour of comments from fans pleading for the theater to stay, highlighting its uniqueness as the only place in Tainan to watch quality films, enjoy delicious popcorn, and comfortable seating.
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Reported 12 months ago
Recently, there have been frequent power supply accidents, drawing attention to the DPP government's energy policies. KMT legislator Hung Meng-kai criticized the DPP's passive attitude towards energy issues, suggesting a practical approach by emphasizing nuclear power. He highlighted the challenges Taiwan faces in filling the energy gap after the cessation of nuclear power, emphasizing the importance of a realistic assessment of various power generation methods. The KMT faction has consistently supported a nuclear-reliant green policy and advocated for pragmatic discussions, contrasting the DPP's current reliance on coal and gas-fired power plants. Hung Meng-kai warned against the consequences of a reactive approach, urging the government to address the energy crisis proactively.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, at 4:17 am, Taiwan TV News visited the lush and scenic Twin Oaks Estate, an important asset of Taiwan in Washington, D.C., where many U.S. presidents visited before taking office. The estate has witnessed the evolution of Taiwan-U.S. relations and is recognized as a national historic landmark in Washington, D.C. Despite the cessation of formal diplomatic relations between Taiwan and the U.S., interactions at Twin Oaks Estate continue to showcase the enduring friendship and shared values of freedom, democracy, and human rights between the two countries.
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Li Yan, who was recently speculated to be pregnant due to her weight gain, shared a video on social media announcing that she successfully lost 11 kilograms. She appeared in a tight red dress, revealing a slim waist and flat stomach, debunking pregnancy rumors. Li Yan humorously attributed her weight gain to indulging in fried chicken with her husband after marriage. She revealed following a metabolic brand that she endorsed helped her lose weight along with drinking more water and doing some exercise.
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Reported 12 months ago
During hot summer days, the frequency of summer colds, also known as 'heat colds,' tends to be higher due to factors like temperature fluctuations, dry air in air-conditioned environments, increased virus spread during gatherings, fatigue, and weakened immune systems. Symptoms of a summer cold are similar to common colds, including sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, cough, fever, headache, fatigue, and muscle aches. Preventive measures include using air conditioning moderately, maintaining good personal hygiene, getting enough sleep and rest, staying hydrated, eating a balanced diet, exercising moderately, and keeping the environment clean and well-ventilated to reduce the risk of summer colds.
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On July 2, 2024, the National Palace Museum's Southern Branch launched the 'Summer Family Art Month' event, inviting visitors to experience activities such as the real-life puzzle game 'Palace Warriors,' parent-child workshops, and a 120-meter water dance performance at night, making it a refreshing and exciting way to spend the summer from July 2 to September 1. The event was attended by various officials, including Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu and Vice Presidents of the National Palace Museum Huang Yong-tai and Yu Pei-jin, showcasing the museum's efforts to engage families and children in art and culture.
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Kimberley陳芳語推出新專輯《kiki》，並與高齡82歲的爸爸一同現身媒體活動。陳芳語坦言家中擺滿了過世小動物的骨灰罈，她與全素食男友在家共同下廚並養了多達19隻寵物。陳芳語爸爸表示對女兒男友印象良好，並全家力挺男友所屬樂團的北流演唱會。不僅如此，陳芳語也談及備受關注的感情狀況與家人的互動。
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On June 10, three American citizens and a non-citizen American resident were attacked in Jilin, China, labeled as isolated incidents by the Chinese Foreign Ministry. Another incident on June 24 involved a Japanese school bus where a guide, Ms. Hu Youping, was fatally stabbed while protecting children. Amidst these tragic events, online hate speech and extreme nationalist sentiments have surged across Chinese social media, prompting platforms like Netease and Tencent to crack down. The People’s Daily condemned hate speech, showing the regime's fear of the hatred it might breed. The official nationalism in China controls and distorts public sentiment, while suppressing extreme speech temporarily, causing unease among loyal online patriots questioning authorities' actions.
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Yesterday around 3:00 p.m., a 49-year-old man named Du drove a white Mercedes-Benz car with words like 'National Cognitive Warfare,' 'Cybersecurity SOS Invasion,' and 'AI Transformation' painted on it. He initially caused a scene by honking loudly outside the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) for about half an hour. After being advised by police, Du appeared again about an hour later, this time driving his car onto Ketagalan Boulevard in front of the Presidential Office. At 4:41 p.m., Du suddenly accelerated in front of the office, forcefully crashing into three steel flower beds, causing damage but luckily no casualties. Du, with a prior record of obstruction of freedom, resisted night interrogation following the incident and made cryptic statements like 'national security agent' and 'my wife is a spy.' Despite testing negative for alcohol, due to his unstable mental state, police were unable to question him at night and detained him instead. The authorities are investigating Du's motives in depth and plan to present findings soon to clarify the truth. The incident has raised public concern, with some questioning Du's mental health and the meaning behind the words he painted on his car. The Presidential Office has urged the public to express concerns rationally and not compromise public security with illegal actions, while the police have reinforced security measures to prevent similar incidents from reoccurring.
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Reported 12 months ago
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President Austan Goolsbee stated that policymakers should consider reducing interest rates if US inflation falls back to the 2% target. Goolsbee emphasized the importance of actively deciding to lower rates to prevent inadvertently tightening policy as inflation decreases. Federal Reserve officials have maintained high rates for over two decades and are monitoring inflation closely before considering any rate adjustments.
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Jennie是BLACKPINK成員，擔任Chanel代言人並在HBO影集《偶像漩渦》中演出，結果奪得2024年巴西SEC Awards國際劇集最佳女演員獎。儘管該影集製作過程充滿爭議，甚至被取消第二季，但Jennie靠著出色演出贏得了這個殊榮，成為轉型演員的成功案例。
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Hong Kong singer Pan Yuqian released his Mandarin album 'Micro Light' in 2024 and shared about his past relationships with 10 girlfriends before marrying his wife of 6 years, with whom he has twin sons. Despite past struggles, he emphasized their strong bond and shared plans for another child. Pan also discussed his current work commitments, family dynamics, and his approach to maintaining a successful marriage.
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Chen Liwen reports that Taiwan's Shin Kong Bank has introduced new benefits for its Classic Rose Card and Sun Card, offering a maximum cashback of 3.8% without limits. Through the 'Everyday Swipe, Large Purchase Swipe' program, cardholders can easily switch between daily and big purchase cashback schemes, such as earning 5% cashback by completing tasks on the Richart Life APP. The bank's data analysis led to the redesign of the card benefits to cater to younger generations' preferences for convenience and digital experiences, following the success of similar offerings by other banks like Cathay United Bank's CUBE card. By integrating over 40 popular merchants and allowing daily switching between two cashback modes, clients can enjoy 3.8% cashback on various types of transactions both online and offline. In celebration of its listing, Taiwan's Shin Kong Bank has also introduced additional benefits and rewards through the Richart Life APP, making it a comprehensive option for credit card users.
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In Kaohsiung's Qiaotou District, a teenage girl surnamed Lin was riding a motorcycle with a friend surnamed Xiao on the back when they fell off the bike while trying to avoid a car at an intersection, causing injuries. Lin suffered abrasions on her head and feet, and a tear in her eye, but fortunately remained conscious. Police arrived at the scene to assist in sending the girls to the hospital for treatment. The incident is being investigated further to determine the exact cause of the accident.
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Since President Lai Ching-te took office, emphasizing that 'the Republic of China and the People's Republic of China are not subordinate to each other,' Liang Wenjie, Deputy Minister of the Mainland Affairs Council, stated in an interview on the 1st that, apart from the constitution, in other legal systems, our country treats each other as another country, regardless of calling it 'cross-strait' or 'Republic of China and People's Republic of China,' essentially it is a relationship between two countries. He believes that for China, there is no difference between 'Taiwan independence' and 'China independence'. In response, Hsiao Hsu-Tseng, Executive Director of the Ma Ying-jeou Foundation, pointed out that as the Deputy Minister of the Mainland Affairs Council, Liang Wenjie publicly regards the Chinese mainland as another country, equivalent to declaring the reason for the Mainland Affairs Council's loss of existence. He suggested that Liang Wenjie should resign proactively, President Lai Ching-te may also consider abolishing the Mainland Affairs Council, and not waste taxpayers' money anymore.
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Reported 12 months ago
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who recently assumed the rotating presidency of the European Union, visited Ukraine for the first time since the Russia-Ukraine war began, meeting with President Zelensky. Despite blocking EU military aid to Ukraine, Orban has secretly bolstered Hungary's defense capabilities, earning him the title of 'The EU’s two-faced defense champion' by Politico. Hungary's defense budget has increased to 2.11% of its GDP, aiming to further strengthen its military amid growing significance as an EU arms production hub. Orban's stance reflects Hungary's nationalist route, emphasizing national interests. As Hungary hosts the EU Council presidency, it prioritizes strengthening EU defense policies and fostering European defense industry cooperation.
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During his speech at the National Household Registration Day event yesterday, Premier Su Tseng-chang expressed the hope that household registration units can cross-reference data of unmarried youth of marriageable age and married couples who have not had children for many years, to provide information to relevant agencies for introducing the government's incentives for fertility. Su emphasized addressing the declining birth rate as a national security issue within the scope of household registration work. However, this statement raised concerns among some individuals regarding potential violations of personal data protection laws. In response, Su clarified today at the Legislative Yuan that his remarks yesterday were brief due to time constraints, possibly leading to misunderstandings. Su further explained that the awards presented yesterday were aimed at recognizing outstanding performances in population policy measures, including specific advocacy measures on gender equality, declining birth rate, aging population, and immigration. He affirmed the efforts of the awardees on these issues and expressed the hope that a sound household registration system can effectively assist the government in comprehensive population planning. Su stressed that in the future, the use of various technologies to enhance policy communication will still adhere to existing legal norms and will not exceed the responsibilities of current household registration personnel. He urged the public not to overinterpret or worry, stating that the government will continue to enhance strategies to address declining birth rates within a legal and reasonable framework. Addressing Taiwan's long-term issue of declining birth rates while balancing personal data protection and policy accuracy is indeed a challenge the government must carefully navigate. Despite Su's clarification, similar controversies may continue to test the government's wisdom. In formulating related policies in the future, thorough communication, explanation, and the improvement of corresponding measures are crucial to gaining public support and trust.
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After facing natural disasters like Morakot and Dujuan, Alishan Forest Railway has finally completed repairs on the last section from Shizi Road to the First Junction after 15 years, with full operation set to resume on July 6th. The Railway Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation will operate 4 daily scheduled trains from July 6th onwards, with online booking open for tickets from July 6th to July 16th. Prices remain unchanged at 600 NTD for the Jiayi to Alishan route, attracting railway enthusiasts to secure their tickets early. Passengers can experience the nostalgic journey through the forest on the historic train, with combined ticket offerings available for Alishan Forest Railway and the forest recreational area. Detailed schedule and booking information can be found on their official website.
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Sometimes missed opportunities can be regretful, but unexpected chances can bring about a change in fate. In July, the Dragon, Ox, and Rabbit zodiac signs are mentioned to have benefactors providing support and guidance, leading to resolving challenges, seeking growth, and attracting wealth. Those born under these signs are advised to seize the opportunities and make the most of the positive influences in their lives.
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《顏心記》是一部古裝愛情輕喜劇，在劇中男女主角羅雲熙和宋軼之間展開了一段充滿變化和宿命感的感情故事。劇中曾出現女主角變身成大叔的搞笑情節，引發觀眾歡樂。角色之間的相識相知過程也被表現出靈魂和思想精神的認同，並逐漸演變為相愛相守的深刻感情。另外，劇中的角色在面對變身的困惑和愛情糾葛時展現了不同的情感反應。
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