Reported 8 months ago
Sonoco Products Company宣布將收購歐洲金屬包裝領導者Eviosys，交易金額為39億美元。這一舉措加強了Sonoco作為全球頂級金屬食品罐和氣溶霧包裝製造商之一的地位，並擴展了其在250億美元的全球金屬包裝市場中的影響力。這項收購符合Sonoco專注於其核心業務並投資於高增長機會的戰略。Sonoco預計通過優化採購、供應鏈改進和運營效率，從收購中獲得逾1億美元的年度協同效益。
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Reported 8 months ago
According to the International Energy Agency, six out of the top 10 electric car manufacturers in the U.S. experienced over 50% growth in the first quarter of 2024, with U.S. electric car sales projected to reach 2.5 million by 2025. A survey revealed that 76% of Americans under 40 are open to buying Chinese electric cars. The market for electric cars continues to trend upward globally, with a 20% growth expected this year, albeit lower than the 46% growth seen in the U.S. in 2023. While the U.S. electric car market showed a slowdown in sales in the first quarter of 2024, the scale economy remains crucial for manufacturers. Tesla's lack of new models and Ford's delayed expansion plans have led to rising demand for electric cars, particularly from companies like Hyundai, BMW, and Kia. As the electric car industry expands rapidly, concerns arise over potential oversupply in China, with an estimated excess capacity of nearly 20 million vehicles. Despite the interest in Chinese electric cars, apprehensions about data sharing and privacy persist among buyers, who are more inclined to purchase locally manufactured vehicles in the U.S. The mature development and competitive advantages of Chinese electric cars are making waves globally, challenging traditional automakers and potentially intensifying price wars. As China's electric vehicle market faces challenges with oversupply and protective tariffs from the EU, companies like Hyundai are highlighting their competitive pricing and emphasizing the importance of battery technology in the long run.
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Reported 8 months ago
With a decrease in the number of children and an increase in operating costs, news of private kindergartens shutting down has become common. Even public kindergartens are finding it difficult to recruit teachers, highlighting the increasing challenges in operating kindergartens. Policies related to childcare employment have led to spokesperson Huang Qiaoling stating that whether public or private, kindergartens operate with profit in mind, and increasing public kindergartens could help ensure the overall preschool education environment. The difficulty in operating kindergartens includes challenges in finding teachers, raising salaries for education and care staff, increasing rent and utilities, while the number of children being enrolled is decreasing year by year.
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Reported 8 months ago
Lou Junshuo kicked off his concert in Hong Kong on June 25, 2024, unexpectedly stripping off during a new song performance, causing a frenzy among female fans who even engaged in a 'bra battle.' Lou, known for his humility, found designer underwear among the bras thrown on stage, expressing gratitude for the creative surprises from Hong Kong fans. Despite feeling his fitness wasn't at its peak, the singer surprised fans with a 'shirtless moment' and pledged to work harder on his physique, encouraging fans to document his fitness journey. Additionally, Lou announced a concert in Singapore on August 16 and shared plans to tour various Asian cities with his 'Rise Up' concert, marking his evolution as an artist striving for greater success and international recognition.
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Reported 8 months ago
Piper Sandler分析師重申對Uber (UBER)的增持評級，將其每股價格目標提高了2美元。這一舉動是在Uber Freight宣布與自動駕駛開發商Aurora Innovation (AUR)簽訂多年合作協議之後。分析師們評估Uber和Aurora擴大自動駕駛合作夥伴關係後對Uber股價的影響。
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Reported 8 months ago
The Democratic Progressive Party's Yunlin County branch held elections for the 20th term of its executive and advisory committees, where members were selected. Chairman Liu Jianguo expressed gratitude towards participants and emphasized the importance of the party headquarters serving as a platform for coordinating party-government functions. The branch plans to organize a handover ceremony for the new chairman and committee members, focusing on unity and collaboration to promote the party's ideals and policies. Additionally, they will continue hosting seminars across townships to communicate the DPP's policies effectively to local residents.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 23, the first bus theft case occurred in Taipei, where an unidentified woman took advantage of the driver's restroom break to drive away a bus from Metropolitan Transport directly. Fortunately, the bus company located the vehicle using GPS approximately half an hour later in Nangang. The police have identified the suspect through surveillance footage and are working to swiftly apprehend her. This incident sheds light on the importance of vehicle security and monitoring systems.
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Reported 8 months ago
A man was caught openly using drugs in a park in Taipei, with the smell of drugs reported by the public leading to his arrest. When questioned, he claimed he thought the park's outdoor space would quickly disperse the smell, only to be surprised by his arrest. The police found drugs on him and he admitted to using Ketamine in the park. The man was arrested and the case was handed over for penalty under the Narcotics Hazard Prevention Act. The police advise the public to report suspicious drug activities to maintain social security.
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Reported 8 months ago
In a report by Xiao You-Chen on June 25, 2024, astrologer Mr. Xiao shared signs of infidelity for the 12 zodiac signs. He highlighted that water signs (Scorpio, Cancer, Pisces) tend to avoid and focus on appearance; air signs (Libra, Aquarius, Gemini) have elusive speech and nonchalant tones; fire signs (Aries, Sagittarius, Leo) may show disdain for their partner to cover up their crime; and earth signs (Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus) become busy with gatherings and easily provoked. Mr. Xiao explained various behaviors exhibited by each sign when engaging in infidelity, such as secretive phone calls and sudden attentiveness to appearance for water signs, evasiveness during intimacy for air signs, blame-shifting and discontent for fire signs, and meticulous planning and increased workload for earth signs. Different warning signs and actions to watch out for were provided for each sign to detect potential infidelity.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to a report by a media outlet, Chinese state media has been monitoring political talk shows on a Taiwanese TV station, even being involved in topics, scripts, and directly monitoring the studio to ensure compliance with the Chinese Taiwan Affairs Office requirements. In response, former Democratic Progressive Party legislator Zheng Yunpeng stated that if a program wants to know his speech content before recording, he will withdraw from the program next time. This comes after Chinese reporters' involvement in topic selection and scriptwriting on a particular TV station to influence the narrative against the DPP government, leading to concerns over speech control and the need for autonomy in political commentary.
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Reported 8 months ago
Japanese AV star Eimi Fukada was accused of owing 80 million yen (about 16.83 million New Taiwan dollars) in taxes, with her former agency's ex-president, Yoshida Kenichi, revealing Line chat screenshots alleging her request to 'falsify accounts' to evade taxes. Fukada claimed earlier this year that her former agency failed to file her taxes, leading to a hefty tax debt which was later resolved. However, Yoshida recently retaliated by disclosing Fukada's staggering AV earnings and exposing her attempt to evade taxes through falsified accounts. This sparked a controversy in the AV industry, shedding light on Fukada's tax woes and career journey, including her transition from an underground idol to a renowned AV actress with eye-popping pay rates per film.
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Reported 8 months ago
Gap股票正在上漲，受TD Cowen提升目標股價的影響，從每股28美元提高至30美元。該公司表示市場目前低估了Gap的盈利增長潛力。
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Reported 8 months ago
雲林國小女籃隊土庫國小今年在第56屆全國少年籃球錦標賽U11獲得季軍，立委張嘉郡前往勉勵小球員，期許明年拼獲U12冠軍，為雲林爭光。張嘉郡表示土庫國小將持續受到支持，並將運動背包送給全隊激勵，而土庫國小校長和教練團隊也回贈球衣與簽名球。
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Reported 8 months ago
Florida Panthers fans expressed disappointment in ESPN for missing a crucial moment during the Stanley Cup win against the Edmonton Oilers. The sports channel failed to capture team captain Aleksander Barkov hoisting the trophy over his head in triumph, instead showing the net, sparklers, and cheering fans. Viewers criticized ESPN for the poor camera work, calling out the missed opportunity to document a significant moment in sports history.
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Reported 8 months ago
During a campaign stop in Philadelphia, Donald Trump visited a local cheesesteak shop but contradicted himself in an interview when asked if he had tried the sandwich, initially saying it was good and then admitting he hadn't sampled it. Speculations arose about why Trump would lie about eating the cheesesteak, discussing his unconventional eating habits and recent signs of cognitive decline, such as memory lapses and cognitive test claims. The incident adds to the ongoing scrutiny of Trump's behavior.
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Reported 8 months ago
Goldman Sachs has initiated coverage on Walt Disney stock with a Buy rating and a target price of $125 per share, highlighting the media giant's content pipeline as a driver for mid-term growth success. Analysts are positive on Disney's potential for further growth, amidst industry challenges and a shifting landscape towards direct-to-consumer models. Additionally, other media companies like Comcast, Fox, and Paramount are also viewed optimistically by the firm.
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Reported 8 months ago
Uni-President Lions strategically used their foreign pitchers in the championship game, with Mario Sanchez starting, replaced by Logan Ondrusek, and then Brock Dykxhoorn before Chen Yun-Wen closed the game, resulting in an 11-4 victory. Coach Lin revealed the planned pitching lineup, emphasizing the importance of their 3 returning foreign pitchers for the season. Dykxhoorn, who joined his fourth season with the Lions, emphasized his readiness to pitch and adjusted his strategy when brought in with a significant lead. Looking ahead to the second half of the season, Dykxhoorn and the Lions aim to continue their success and build momentum for the playoffs.
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Reported 8 months ago
During a CPBL game, Fubon Guardians' outfielder Wang Cheng-tang collapsed on the field due to heatstroke while playing defense in the 7th inning. Despite falling behind by as much as 5 runs, Wang's 3-run homer in the 5th inning tied the game. However, he had to be substituted out after experiencing discomfort and heatstroke symptoms. The team confirmed his condition and provided him with the necessary rest. Wang's strong performance at bat helped the team with crucial hits, including a home run, before leaving the game due to health concerns caused by the heat.
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Reported 8 months ago
Poison ivy, containing urushiols that cause allergic reactions in most Americans, affects 50 million people annually. Identifying and safely removing the plant involves wearing protective gear, pulling it up by its roots, and properly disposing of all plant parts. Cleaning up afterward is crucial to avoid cross-contamination. Herbicides may be used as a last resort, but extreme caution is needed as they can harm other plants and remain toxic in the soil. Continual vigilance is necessary as sprouts may reappear over several seasons.
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Reported 8 months ago
It was reported on June 25, 2024, that Chinese Communist Party (CCP) official media were involved in the production of political talk shows in Taiwan. Allegations were made that a certain TV station's talk show had significant input from a Xinhua News Agency reporter in Taiwan, even going as far as to directly monitor the studio. The Mainland Affairs Council confirmed this. During a press conference held by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), Kuomintang lawmaker Chen Yu-chen was accused by DPP lawmaker Wu Si-yao of monitoring the event, leading to a heated argument lasting 20 minutes. The TV station in question denied the allegations, stating they were baseless. The National Communications Commission (NCC) is investigating the matter. The incident involves implications of Chinese commercial interests influencing the show production in exchange for favorable content.
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Reported 8 months ago
A woman, after trying to conceive with her husband for over 6 years without success, discovers he impregnated her twin sister, justifying it by claiming their genes are similar so it's not considered cheating. The story went viral on TikTok, with many users supporting the woman and advising her to divorce her husband.
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Reported 8 months ago
Paramount Plus 是其中一個最受歡迎的線上串流平台，擁有龐大的電影、電視節目和紀錄片收藏，跨越各種類型。然而，在2024年，Paramount Plus 的訂閱價格將會上漲。串流平台在與 Skydance Media 的併購談判失敗後，決定提高價格來與其他串流巨頭競爭。新的價格將於2024年8月20日對所有新用戶生效，現有的 Showtime 訂戶則將於2024年9月20日生效。新的價格調整將影響 Paramount Plus Essential 基本計畫和 Showtime 無廣告計畫，帶來每月分別上漲 2 美元和 1 美元的價格。
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Reported 8 months ago
Competition in the delivery market is intensifying, with a shift towards an M-shaped trend as the industry faces challenges post-pandemic. Major delivery platforms in Europe and America have accumulated over $20 billion USD in operational losses since going public. The increase in delivery personnel during the pandemic has led to fierce competition, but a reduction in demand post-lockdown has resulted in a significant drop in order volume and earnings for drivers. The industry is witnessing a decline in active users while subscription services are seeing modest growth, indicating a shift towards an M-shaped market. Despite a rise in subscription members, there is a simultaneous increase in inactive users, impacting the overall dynamics of the delivery market.
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Reported 8 months ago
Increasing your net worth is crucial for a stable financial future as it reflects the difference between what you own and what you owe. To raise your net worth, focus on building an emergency fund, reducing debts, cutting expenses, increasing income through promotions or side hustles, investing wisely, and protecting your assets with insurance and estate planning. These steps help secure financial stability and long-term goals like homeownership, retirement savings, and financial independence.
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Reported 8 months ago
This summer, Xiu Xi Anping in Tainan is offering a cooling stay package called 'Harbor Charm. Harbor Adventure' from July 1 to September 30, priced at NT$8,899 per night onwards for a double room. The package includes a luxurious room stay, welcome afternoon tea, yacht harbor experience, relaxing dinner, seasonal drinks, and a leisurely breakfast. Additional group and private boat packages are available, along with various water activities and exhibitions tailored for different groups during the summer. The hotel is located conveniently close to the historical water park and Anping Harbor, providing a range of amenities and experiences to attract tourists. For bookings and more information, visit their website or contact them directly.
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