Reported 12 months ago
The Taiwan Affairs Office recently raised the travel alert level for mainland China and Hong Kong to orange, causing discontent among travel industry stakeholders. Vice Chairman Liang Wenjie of the Mainland Affairs Council mentioned on a TV show that a Taiwanese businessperson was recently accused of violating the mainland's National Security Law. Liang emphasized the importance of being cautious when traveling to the mainland, especially in light of the risks posed by recent developments, such as the introduction of the '22 Measures' by the Chinese government. The orange travel alert is meant to serve as a reminder, with individuals urged to make their own judgments.
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Reported 12 months ago
Tasting Table提供了讓煎蛋更香的秘訣：只需加入一罐食材。用少量番茄醬提升煎蛋風味，番茄醬濃縮的味道能帶來濃郁的番茄風味，只需一茶匙就夠。這個小技巧可以幫助提升早餐的風味，尤其適合喜歡在煎蛋上加番茄醬或沙士卡的人。除了番茄醬，亦可加入其他食材如新鮮香草、辣醬、辣椒酥油、蒜末和洋蔥等，讓煎蛋更加美味。
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Reported 12 months ago
After a poor performance in a debate on June 27, US President Biden faced calls from within the Democratic Party to step down and reports indicate he discussed his reelection campaign's future at Camp David with his family on June 30. Despite concerns raised after the debate and private worries from senior Democratic members regarding Biden's success, party leaders publicly support him and agree he should have the space to decide his next steps, with Jill Biden potentially having the ultimate influence on any decision to change course.
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Reported 12 months ago
The Central Weather Bureau has issued high-temperature warnings for 11 counties and cities in Taiwan, with Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taichung City, Changhua County, Nantou County, Yunlin County, Tainan City, and Pingtung County under an orange alert for a high probability of 36°C temperatures. Other areas are on yellow alert. Meteorologist Wu Derong predicts that the stagnant front will linger in southern China to the Yangtze River basin for the next two days before moving to north of the Yangtze River on Thursday, causing extremely high temperatures across Taiwan. The forecast also includes the risk of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in certain regions.
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Reported 12 months ago
A 48-year-old man surnamed Du drove his car and crashed into the Presidential Office yesterday, displaying slogans related to national cognitive warfare and cybersecurity. This radical act is not unprecedented as 10 years ago, a man surnamed Zhang, who retired from the military, also rammed a sand truck into the Presidential Office due to dissatisfaction with the justice system, resulting in imprisonment and a million-dollar civil claim. Known as the 'Sand Truck Crashing into the Republic of China Presidential Office Incident,' Zhang's case sheds light on the consequences of such actions.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, at 6:44 PM, a computer can have a significant impact. Hsinchu's Tzu Chi volunteers brought second-hand computers to underprivileged children in Taitung. The kids couldn't believe they were receiving them for free.
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Reported 12 months ago
A 'ghost ship' that washed up on a Florida Panhandle beach was linked to a Texas man, Michael Barlow, who had hoped to sail it around the world. Barlow encountered a series of harrowing events, including getting stranded at sea due to severe storms, which led to the vessel being beached in Pensacola. Now facing the dilemma of spending a significant amount to repair the boat or disposing of it, Barlow remains determined to pursue his world-sailing dreams despite the financial setback.
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Reported 12 months ago
A Delaware judge denied a request by drugmakers, including GSK and Pfizer, to appeal a ruling that over 70,000 Zantac lawsuits alleging the heartburn drug causes cancer can proceed. The judge's decision means the drugmakers will have to seek the state Supreme Court's permission directly to appeal. This paves the way for the cases to potentially go to trial, with the plaintiffs' argument relying on expert testimony linking Zantac to cancer due to the potential NDMA risk from ranitidine. Industry groups supported the drugmakers' appeal, expressing concerns about the standards of evidence in Delaware.
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Reported 12 months ago
Google announced its investment in green energy in Taiwan, partnering with Climate Infrastructure Investor BlackRock and Taiwan's Yung-Hsin Energy to accelerate the transformation of Taiwan's power grid by developing a 1 GW solar energy asset project. This marks the first time an operator with a large data center in Taiwan has invested in green energy independently. The move aims to address Taiwan's tight green energy supply, with Google planning to create a significant solar power plant to meet its needs and potentially become Taiwan's largest solar power plant to date.
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Reported 12 months ago
According to the latest data on Taiwan Stock ETF beneficiaries' stock dispersal statistics, the number of beneficiaries of 62 Taiwan Stock ETFs increased by 139,255 in the past week, reaching 8,700,810 beneficiaries, setting a new high for 18 consecutive weeks. Among these ETFs, the newly ex-dividend Cathay Taiwan High Dividend ETF (00919) gained 30,077 new beneficiaries, capturing the spotlight. Market professionals suggest that investing in high dividend ETFs like 00919 is a good choice for long-term investors due to their lower volatility compared to individual stocks and the market index. Investors are advised to take advantage of the recent pullback in the Taiwan Stock Market and the discounted prices after dividend distribution to strategically build a long-term position.
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Reported 12 months ago
The National Taxation Bureau of Taipei under the Ministry of Finance announced that receiving severance pay from a company at once is considered as 'retirement income,' thereby qualifying for the fixed tax exemption when receiving retirement income in a lump sum. An individual successfully argued that a portion of the income reported by the former company as salary income was actually severance pay. After clarification and reclassification by the tax bureau, the tax calculation was adjusted accordingly. The distinction between salary income and retirement income is crucial for tax purposes, with salary income being subjected to special deductions, while receiving severance pay as retirement income falls under the fixed tax exemption regulations.
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Reported 12 months ago
Starting July 1, 2024, Taiwan enters the carbon pricing era, with domestic companies eager for carbon trading to begin. The Environmental Protection Administration has specified the only designated carbon exchange as the trading platform, with detailed disclosure of carbon credit information to prevent false claims and greenwashing. To prevent carbon trading from becoming a new scam, the administration has entrusted the carbon exchange to establish a domestic carbon credit trading platform exclusively for businesses, prohibiting private units from engaging in carbon credit brokering or trading. This centralized approach aims to enhance transaction security and prevent business fraud, ensuring genuine and secure carbon credit transactions. Additionally, the management regulations include detailed carbon credit information to avoid mismatches with companies' needs, enhancing the credibility and effectiveness of carbon credits.
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Reported 12 months ago
According to data from the Ministry of Transportation, the car market has been affected by the booming real estate market, with car sales in June, the traditional peak season, growing only by 0.3% month-on-month but dropping 1.9% year-on-year, below expectations. Car manufacturers expanded promotional offers to boost sales, but overall market registrations were lower than anticipated. The increase in demand for housing, particularly among young people, has impacted car sales, with domestic car sales falling short of expectations. The industry is optimistic about continued demand and expects the total market to reach 450,000 cars for the year, with July expected to see 42,000 car registrations.
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Reported 12 months ago
Following uncertainties brought by the U.S. presidential debate and latest inflation data, the market sentiment turned cautious. While major U.S. indices were relatively weak last week, emerging Asian stocks saw mixed performances, with the Philippines rising 4.1% and South Korea attracting $350 million in inflows. In the first half of 2024, South Korea led in inflows with $17.13 billion, followed by Taiwan with $4.38 billion. Taiwan stock had the strongest performance among Asian stocks with a 28.45% increase. The economic fundamentals in Taiwan remain stable, supported by the hot trend of technological innovation, making long-term bullish trends favorable for investors to position themselves in ETFs benefiting from the Taiwan stock rise. In contrast, the Vietnamese stock market saw some volatility and closed 2.9% lower last week, with expectations for economic recovery in the second half.
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Reported 12 months ago
According to sources, US President Biden's poor performance in a presidential debate on June 27 shocked Democrats. Biden's campaign team and financial backers pointed out that he was 'over-trained' for the debate, leading to a disastrous performance. It was revealed that Biden appeared unwell due to his physical condition on the day of the debate, despite reminders from senior aides to rest beforehand. Calls were made for senior aide Dunn, who took charge of Biden's debate preparations, to reflect on or resign. However, Biden's team stated that no personnel changes were being considered despite the criticism.
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Reported 12 months ago
A kind elderly man, Mr. Xie, agreed to give a ride to two strangers on his motorcycle down a hill in New Taipei City, resulting in a fatal accident due to overloading and brake failure. Despite the family of the deceased forgiving Mr. Xie unconditionally, the court sentenced him to 4 months in prison for causing death due to negligence without a license. The incident occurred in March 2023, and Mr. Xie's warm-hearted gesture inadvertently led to tragic consequences.
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Reported 12 months ago
An individual tried Italian beef sandwiches from three popular Chicago chains - Buona, Portillo's, and Al's Beef. Buona's sandwich was underwhelming, Al's beef was overpowering, while the sandwich from Portillo's was the most flavorful and worth the wait. The article describes the experiences at each location, highlighting the taste, atmosphere, and overall impression of the sandwiches. Ultimately, the individual found that Portillo's was the only chain they would return to for Italian beef due to its delicious flavor and well-balanced qualities.
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Reported 12 months ago
Many large hospitals have VIP contracted clinics providing patients with high-standard one-stop services. While there are claims of hospitals in southern Taiwan charging up to NT$6,000 for priority bed arrangements, major medical centers in Taichung, Tainan, and Kaohsiung offer special clinics with registration fees capped at NT$2,500. These clinics, such as the 'Radiant Clinic' in Taichung or 'Eminent Clinic' at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, emphasize user payments and effective patient flow management. They offer services like high privacy, no call system, personalized nursing guidance, exclusive parking, and comprehensive consultation, attracting many reservations.
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Reported 12 months ago
Following the launch of the Blue Carbon Project in mid-June, Taiwan's Carbon Exchange has now introduced removal-type carbon credits with around 10,000 tons from a reforestation project in Paraguay. The Environmental Protection Administration announced the 'Regulations for Greenhouse Gas Emission Allowance Trading Auctions and Transfers', set to be implemented on August 15, paving the way for the first batch of domestic carbon credits to be available by the end of September. The Carbon Exchange aims to provide a platform for carbon credit trading to monitor emissions reductions and prevent speculation, ensuring transparency and compliance with regulations.
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Reported 12 months ago
During the Taiwan competition for the 2024 Institution King World Championship, students from Changhua County schools excelled and secured the opportunity to represent Taiwan in the world championship in Indonesia. The students put in extra effort after school and on holidays, honing their skills in teamwork, practicality, and programming. Their impressive performance earned them 2 gold, 2 silver, and 2 bronze awards at the Taiwan competition, showcasing their creativity and problem-solving abilities through tasks involving building blocks, hands-on activities, and programming. The competition attracted 297 teams from across Taiwan, with close to a thousand participants competing for a spot in the world championship.
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Reported 12 months ago
As of July 1, 2024, Thailand leads ASEAN in car production and is projected to become a major hub for electric vehicle production by 2025. Despite economic challenges affecting car sales, Thailand's car production has been steadily recovering post-COVID, with 2023 seeing a total output of 1.835 million vehicles. The country aims to achieve 30% electric vehicle production by 2030 and a complete ban on fuel vehicles by 2035, with major growth expected in the BEV market segment. Chinese and Japanese automakers dominate Thailand's car sales market, with Toyota leading the pack. By implementing supportive policies and subsidies for electric vehicles, Thailand is paving the way for an electric vehicle revolution in the ASEAN region.
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Reported 12 months ago
Dollar loan sales in Asia, excluding Japan, hit their lowest point since 2010 due to increased borrowing costs in USD, prompting companies to seek alternative financing or delay plans. The volume of loans dropped by 44% to $45.5 billion, the lowest in over a decade, in contrast to the global trend of a 37% increase to nearly $2 trillion in the first half of 2024. Asian borrowers are turning away from USD funding due to higher interest rates and exploring other debt options like local-currency bonds and bank financing.
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Reported 12 months ago
Tainan's Zhen Shan Mei Theater, which cost 120 million to build, announced unexpectedly on Facebook that it will close on August 1. The sudden news has drawn attention from many netizens. The theater expressed gratitude for the support and memories created with movie enthusiasts but cited various environmental factors for the closure. They will release further notices on handling member points and group tickets and welcome everyone to take photos in the theater before closure.
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Reported 12 months ago
Morgan Stanley recently held a 'Taiwan Trip' with heavyweight analysts from the U.S., U.K., Japan, etc., coming together in Taiwan to assess and compile seven conclusions. They are optimistic about the prospects of Taiwan Semiconductor (2330), King Yuan Electronics (2449), Sunplus Technology (5274), MediaTek (2454), and Elan Microelectronics (5269) in the second half of the year, rating them all as 'outperforming the market'. Morgan Stanley also reiterated positive views on Nvidia's prospects and other major Taiwanese GPU supply chain firms, emphasizing their outperformance.
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Reported 12 months ago
Taipei, July 1, 2024 - The Taiwan Stock Exchange successfully welcomed more companies in the biotech and medical fields to go public and head towards the international stage. Three biotech companies were invited to share their reasons for choosing Taiwan over the US for IPOs, citing lower listing costs and more flexible regulatory standards post-IPO. The exchange offers the Main Board and the Innovation Board, each catering to different company profiles based on core criteria like capital and profitability (Main Board) or market value and growth potential (Innovation Board).
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