Reported 12 months ago
Shares of Indian brokerages plunged as stock exchanges are prohibited from imposing tiered transaction fees, impacting firms' revenue. The order from the Securities and Exchange Board of India aims to establish a flat fee structure for transactions, leveling the playing field among brokerage firms. This change is expected to reduce sales and profitability, prompting adjustments to pricing strategies industry-wide.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
In Nan'ao, Nantou, the owner of a gold paper shop accused the neighboring Indonesian snack shop of having overly strong food odors that affect their quality of life. Despite installing air-tight windows, the smell persists, leading to a confrontation where the elderly woman was insulted and asked if she needed a lesson. The Indonesian shop clarified that they use more spices in their cuisine and have spent 150,000 to install electrostatic fume extractors. Despite meeting environmental standards, the gold paper shop's complaints have left both parties frustrated.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
In a well-known community near a riverbank in Kaohsiung, a building's market land on the first and second floors and basement was rented out to a gym by the developer. When residents in a meeting requested to ban the operation by amending the building's regulations, the developer sued, and won in both the first and second trials. The management committee now plans to discuss next steps in their upcoming meeting.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
President Lai Ching-te attended an elderly care event with former and current Health Ministers Chen Shizhong and Qiu Taiyuan, respectively, but they had no interaction. Apart from this, a legislator exposed a hospital offering priority beds for a fee of 6000, causing concern about the cancellation of registration fee caps leading to medical chaos. Qiu Taiyuan promised to further investigate the situation. Both incidents shed light on the issue of medical bribery in Taiwan.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Zhong Jia Electricity Power Co., Ltd., established jointly by Chairman Wang Yingjie of the industry and sector founders in July 2024 (pictured), recently received two pieces of good news. The company has been actively responding to the government's energy policy for more than 6 years, obtaining various licenses and permits, signing significant contracts with Taiwan Power Company, Taiwan Petroleum Company, and completing the comprehensive project for the construction of the Zhong Jia Gas Combined Cycle Power Plant. They recently achieved two important milestones, including receiving an investment of about NT$315 million from GE Capital Global Energy Investments B.V. and being approved as a special building by the government, marking the first private power plant in 16 years to pass the environmental impact assessment and special building examination. Zhong Jia Electricity Power expressed gratitude to the various governmental units and local communities for their support and recognition, and they are now focusing on the next milestone, which is the final phase of construction and operation of the power plant during the establishment period.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
At the 2023-2024 Influential Chinese World Celebrities Gala held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, the legendary 69-year-old actress Lin Qingxia and Chinese actress Tang Wei were both in attendance. Lin Qingxia received the 'Special Tribute Award' while Tang Wei received the 'Influential Chinese World Celebrity Award.' The two goddesses not only graciously posed for photos and shared playful interactions, but Lin Qingxia also praised Tang Wei as incredibly adorable, with the two engaging in a lighthearted moment that delighted onlookers. The event also featured heartfelt speeches and a shared photo session with director Tsui Hark, garnering praise from the audience.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
A female customer at a Saria restaurant in Taoyuan, Taiwan, was injured when a dish of grilled snail exploded, causing hot oil to splash into her eye and eyelid. Despite the incident, the restaurant has not provided a clear answer on compensation, only mentioning that discussions are ongoing. The customer expressed frustration over the lack of response and inappropriate first aid provided by staff, while medical professionals advised against using ice directly on burns. The customer's eye cornea was damaged, and she urged the restaurant to improve their serving procedures to prevent similar accidents in the future.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Regarding Taiwan's declining birth rate as a national security issue, Premier Su Tseng-chang proposed on July 1 that household registration units can verify data of unmarried youths of marriageable age or married individuals without children to introduce incentive policies. However, this suggestion was criticized for privacy infringement. Su clarified on July 2 that his intention was not to exceed current practices, emphasizing the need for proper policies and consent for such initiatives.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Taiwanese male trap shooter Li Mengyuan, who faced a delay issue during last year's Asian Games, where he was penalized and finished 5th, has been working on pre-bedtime visualization training to prepare for the upcoming Paris Olympics. Despite the setback, he won a bronze at the Asian Championships last year and secured a spot for the Olympics, becoming Taiwan's first trap shooter to do so. Li aims to reach the finals in the Olympics and leaves the medal fate to destiny, focusing on mental preparation and adapting to potential intense competition scenarios he might face.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Nvidia's stock has surged over 750% driven by AI technology potential, with GPUs as the industry standard. The company leads in data center and machine learning processing markets. Analyst Ben Reitzes sees Nvidia's hardware-software integration as a key advantage for AI, estimating $270 billion in cash in three years. Nvidia raised its dividend and announced a $25 billion buyback plan, showcasing potential for more returns to shareholders.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
In a surprise raid at a wellness center in Keelung, Taiwan, a Thai woman holding a tourist visa was caught providing sexual services on July 1. The center disguised under the premise of skincare and wellness was actually offering sexual services. The police found evidence such as condoms and lubricants, leading to the arrest of the woman and the responsible person on charges of obstructing public morals. The Thai woman engaging in prostitution admitted to providing both partial and full sexual services for clients. She was handed over to the immigration authorities for deportation.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, around noon, 1290 households in Tainan suddenly experienced a power outage due to a fuse seat malfunction in a switch box, affecting areas like Daitong Road in the South District and parts of Daitong Road and Rongyu Street in the East District. Power was restored at 1:03 pm by Taiwan Power Company. With the high temperatures across Taiwan, people expressed frustration online, lamenting the heat during the outage. Local residents in Tainan were significantly inconvenienced by the sudden power loss amidst the scorching weather.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The 'Riding Madam' deity in the Chihshan Longhu Temple in Liujia, Tainan, over 300 years old and considered a national treasure, recently underwent a significant transformation in appearance after being temporarily moved to Danshui and returned. The temple officials attribute the deity's altered appearance to the humid weather conditions in Danshui combined with fluctuating temperatures, denying claims of a swap. The deity's features appeared distorted and discolored, sparking concerns among worshipers and internet users. However, the temple assures that it is the same golden deity but affected by the environmental conditions during its relocation.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
With the scorching heat of summer, some businesses have seized the opportunity by launching a 'cool summer' promotion, where customers wearing bikinis to eat hot pot can enjoy a 10% discount. There are also amusement parks offering bikini swimsuit promotions, providing people with a cool place to escape the summer heat. Despite some being too shy to dine in a bikini, many have embraced the atmosphere for a refreshing experience. Additionally, summer activities at theme parks like Six Flags offer discounted tickets for those wearing bikini swimwear, creating a summer-like ambiance. However, precautions against melting goods during hot weather, like a Taiwanese celebrity's experience of purchasing expensive chocolates in France which melted during transportation, should also be noted.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
巴奈在35屆金曲獎提到六四事件35周年，引發討論；然而，歷屆金曲獎中早有人提及六四，甚至第一屆金曲獎上時任局長邵玉銘就提及天安門事件。流行音樂圈早已關注政治議題，1989年的天安門事件也引起音樂人的聲援，35年後巴奈再次提起六四，卻受到不同看法。文化部長李遠也表示支持巴奈，強調重要性不該被遺忘。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Cathay Financial Holdings' subsidiary, the Cathay Financial Management Academy, is accused of interfering in personnel matters through 'donations'. The Higher Education Union alleges that Cathay Financial Holdings not only dismissed 30 official teachers from the Xingguo Financial Management Academy, but also used threatening tactics to force staff to sign 'voluntary resignation letters'. The Taiwan Observation and Asia-Pacific Institutes have also faced interference in school operations, with the former vice president of the Far East University accusing Cathay of orchestrating a 'campus coup' within 53 days of taking over, dismantling the school's leadership team. Cathay Financial Management Academy responded by stating all matters are being handled by legal advisors.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
A tragic fire in Tainan City's South District claimed the life of 69-year-old Chen Biyin, renowned for her handmade leather goods brand and known as the 'Bag Goddess.' Chen, whose bags were even carried by former President Tsai Ing-wen and idol Zhou Ziyu, tragically perished in the fire. Her daughter announced a halt in production as they couldn't replicate their mother's unique designs, with customers being offered refunds. The loss of Chen, who worked tirelessly on her creations until her last moments, has left her family and fans grieving her sudden departure.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Hong Kong singer Denise Ho, known for her involvement in political movements, held a concert on the eve of Hong Kong's 27th anniversary. However, the concert was interrupted twice by police citing noise complaints. Despite efforts to continue, Ho became emotional and broke down during her performance, singing with deep emotions. She has been a supporter of movements such as 'Occupy Central,' 'Anti-Extradition,' and Taiwan's 'Sunflower Movement,' and has faced arrests in the past. The incident occurred at the former location of the bookstore 'Sense Point,' known for supporting the Anti-Extradition protests. Fans applauded her as she left, and online viewers expressed support for her resilience.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
According to a report from Japan's Mainichi Shimbun, due to the rapid development of digital media worldwide and a significant decrease in demand for disc media, Sony's disc manufacturing plant in Saga, Miyagi Prefecture, will cut 250 employees and even introduce early retirement plans, resulting in a reduction of nearly 40% of its workforce. The affected area will mainly be in disc burning, with Blu-ray disc production set to be phased out, potentially impacting the gaming business soon. Sony, a creator of Blu-ray disc technology in 2000, may outsource its physical media business in the future, as digital media is expected to dominate the market completely.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Taiwanese actress Li Yan, known for her recent weight loss journey, shared about being mistakenly thought to be pregnant due to weight gain after marriage. She expressed feeling hopeless and desperate, but managed to lose 11 kilograms by controlling her diet and exercising. Li Yan proudly revealed her slimmed-down figure, wearing size S clothes again. She advised fans against extreme weight loss methods and emphasized the importance of staying healthy. Looking forward to wearing a sexy swimsuit for photoshoots, Li Yan expressed her happiness and confidence in her transformation.
Source: COM
Reported 12 months ago
The Central Weather Bureau issued high temperature information for 16 counties and cities, with Taipei feeling like 43 degrees Celsius. As of noon, Yunlin County's Dounan Town recorded the highest temperature of 38.4 degrees. Former CWB director Zheng Mingdian explained that the high sea temperatures surrounding Taiwan have led to the malfunction of sea breeze regulation and the influence of the strong Pacific high pressure, causing unusually oppressive heat. The article includes details on high temperatures and alerts across various regions.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Heavy rains in Hualien County from the night of July 1st to the early morning of July 2nd caused two landslides on the Chongde section of the Suao-Hualien Highway, blocking the road with a total of 38 vehicles trapped. The Taiwan Railways Chongde-Heren section is also impassable, causing delays in some trains. Repair work is ongoing with an expected reopening by noon on the 2nd. The landslide covered railway tracks and roadways with debris, affecting transportation and causing delays in train schedules.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
金秀贤在IG分享与金智媛动作几乎一样的照片后立即删除，引发网友猜测是否在暗送秋波。两人在合作《泪之女王》时的甜蜜互动一直备受关注，引发猜测是否戏外关系更亲密，尽管照片被删除引发更多注意，但相关方没有回应，韩媒也加入关注，增添讨论空间。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On July 2, 2024, the Golden State Warriors bid farewell to Klay Thompson and announced that they will retire his number 11 jersey in the future to honor his 13 years with the team. Thompson, who has been with the Warriors since the 2011-12 season, played a total of 792 regular-season games and 158 playoff games, making a significant contribution to the team's success alongside Stephen Curry. Despite Thompson moving to the Dallas Mavericks in the offseason, the Warriors expressed gratitude for his incredible contributions and achievements during his tenure, including 4 championships and numerous records.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
As the Pacific high pressure strengthens, experts warn of increasing extreme heat in the coming days. Hong Kong actress Lee Lai-tung, 57, shared her sun protection strategy by completely covering her face with a sunhat, emphasizing the importance of sun safety even if it may look odd. With temperatures expected to soar above 36 degrees all week, Lee stresses the necessity of sun protection to prevent premature skin aging and damage from strong UV rays. This includes using UV-resistant masks and garments that shield vulnerable areas like the eyes. As the heat intensifies, meteorologists caution residents to be prepared for high temperatures and possible afternoon thunderstorms throughout the week.
Source: YAHOO