Reported 8 months ago
Korean actress Kim Ji-won attended the DIOR boutique opening press conference on June 25 in Taiwan, where she praised the enthusiastic Taiwanese fans and expressed her desire to drink bubble milk tea. Kim Ji-won, who recently gained popularity in Taiwan for her role in 'The Queen of Tears,' appeared elegant in a black dress at the event, causing the crowd to go wild with excitement. She also hinted at a fan meeting in July, looking forward to interacting with her fans.
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Reported 8 months ago
Mooreast, a Singaporean company, announced the establishment of a wholly-owned subsidiary in Taiwan, Mooreast Taiwan Limited, to expand its service range and prepare for the Northeast Asian offshore wind power market. With Taiwan's active development in offshore wind power noted, Mooreast decided to set up a branch in Taiwan in collaboration with local maritime experienced company, Chung Dah. This strategic move aligns with Mooreast's long-term transformation goal as a key player in the global offshore wind industry.
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Reported 8 months ago
Mikobai (Zhao Yixuan), once known for children's programs, has transitioned to adult roles with a mature style and shares her sizzling outfits frequently, highlighting her enviable figure. When her friend Xie Xin wore Mikobai's clothes on a show, a slip of words unintentionally disclosed the disparity in their body shapes. Xie Xin humorously expressed frustration online, drawing attention to the differences in their figures. Despite the incident, both Mikobai and Xie Xin are admired for their fit physiques and glamorous appearances.
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Reported 8 months ago
Boeing（BA）根据彭博社报道，已提出以每股35美元全现金收购Spirit AeroSystems（SPR）的要约，Spirit最初于2005年从Boeing分拆。主持人Seana Smith和Brad Smith探讨了Boeing提出的交易细节以及飞机制造商收购制造商可能获得的价值。
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Reported 8 months ago
On Tuesday, US stocks closed mixed with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 breaking three-session losing streaks due to Nvidia's nearly 7% surge, while the Dow fell 0.8% covering 300 points. Nvidia's stock rebounded after a three-day skid, positively impacting the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite which finished up about 1.3%. The S&P 500 also rose around 0.4%. Investors are pondering profits from AI-linked names as a strong quarter ends. Home prices hit a record high in April, although growth slowed from the previous month. Additionally, consumer confidence slipped in June, while Nvidia stock climbed back after a three-day loss, with Bitcoin also regaining strength.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
A controversy arose when a student from Yuan Ze University brought their pet gecko to a sushi restaurant and placed it in a soy sauce dish for a photo, highlighting the risk of Salmonella contamination due to reptiles carrying the bacteria in their digestive tracts. The Health Bureau advises maintaining good hand hygiene and washing hands frequently after touching geckos or other reptiles to prevent infection, citing previous cases in North America where gecko-related infections occurred. Both the restaurant and the university have taken measures to address the incident, emphasizing the importance of public health and safety.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, a photo of the 53-year-old actor Wu Qilong looking overweight went viral on Weibo. Wu Qilong, a member of the boyband 'Little Tigers' in his youth, known for the hit song 'Red Dragonfly,' has starred in numerous films and TV series. Recently, photos of him looking significantly heavier circulated online, with some fans even mistaking him for action star Jackie Chan. Netizens expressed both support and surprise at his transformation, comparing him to Jackie Chan and questioning if they would still support his new projects.
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Reported 8 months ago
A female college student from Yuan Ze University caused controversy by bringing a gecko to a sushi restaurant and placing it on a sauce dish. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warned that human contact with geckos and other amphibians could lead to infection with salmonella bacteria. The incident sparked heated discussions online, especially regarding the potential contamination of the sauce dish. The CDC urged the public to maintain good hand hygiene, wash hands frequently, and avoid potential bacterial infections when in contact with reptiles or their environment.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Angelina Jolie attended the Tony Awards in NYC appearing extremely skinny at 98 pounds, with speculations about her weight. Sources reveal she is confident in her appearance and enjoys flaunting her body, despite concerns about her health due to stress and lack of eating. Angelina's recent weight loss journey is linked to stress from her custody battle with Brad Pitt and her focus on producing 'The Outsiders,' which won an award at the Tonys. Despite criticisms, Angelina remains confident and unapologetic about her appearance.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, the Taiwan Stock Market closed with an increase, with TSMC's stock price rising slightly despite two consecutive declines. Foreign institutions have raised their target price to 1370 yuan, and the eight major state-owned banks bought the most stock, including TSMC, with over 915 million yuan. Stock investors praised the elders for aggressively buying TSMC stocks and considered them the final winners in this move.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
A fatal car accident occurred in the North District of Taichung City when a 69-year-old woman named Liu was struck by a white sedan while crossing the street. Liu got trapped under the car and lost vital signs on the spot. Despite being rushed to hospital for treatment, Liu could not be saved. The incident is under investigation, with the driver, a 60-year-old woman surnamed Zeng, claiming she was too nervous and failed to notice Liu. The police urge the public to adhere to traffic rules and promote defensive driving to enhance road safety awareness.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Recently, a man was spotted bringing a computer chair onto the MRT, creating a humorous scene that amused netizens, who jokingly hailed him as the 'MRT Intelligence King'. This incident adds to the ongoing controversy surrounding priority seats on public transportation in Taiwan, with some passengers even resorting to 'bringing their own' priority seats. While the MRT authorities continue to educate passengers on proper behavior, this light-hearted incident brought laughter and entertainment to social media users.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
In Nairobi, Kenya, anti-government protests turned violent as police fired on demonstrators at the National Assembly, resulting in at least five deaths. The protests aimed to shut down the economy over controversial tax hikes proposed by President William Ruto to improve government finances. Despite dropping some contentious levies, tensions escalated as protesters demanded the entire bill be scrapped, leading to clashes with police and disruptions in the city.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
On the morning of June 25, 2024, a fatal accident occurred in Beitun District, Taichung City, Taiwan. A 65-year-old woman surnamed Wang was driving after finishing grocery shopping around 5 a.m. She allegedly ran a red light at the intersection of Hanci East Road and Taiyuan Road, leading to a collision with a small van driven by a woman surnamed Liu. Wang sustained fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, succumbing to her injuries at the hospital. Family members expressed disbelief and grief upon receiving the news, as Wang did not return as expected after her usual morning errand.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Bright Machines, a software and robotics startup based in San Francisco, raised $106 million in a Series C funding round with investors including Nvidia, Microsoft, Eclipse Ventures, Jabil, and BlackRock. The company focuses on developing equipment and software that automate manufacturing tasks using AI and machine learning. Bright Machines plans to use the funding to enhance its engineering efforts to improve robotics, computer vision, and automation solutions, aiming to streamline the manufacturing process of AI server hardware and other electronics.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Canada's annual inflation rate unexpectedly rose to 2.9% in May, surpassing analyst expectations and reducing the likelihood of a Bank of Canada rate cut in July. The increase was driven by higher prices for services, with cellular services, travel tours, rent, and air transportation leading the growth. The acceleration in core inflation measures also surprised analysts, with CPI-median and CPI-trim edging up in May. This unexpected inflation rise has shifted money markets' expectations of a rate cut in July to about 45%, down from over 70%.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, Taiwan boy group Energy attended an event in the afternoon and danced the challenging routine of 'Friday Night' with a supermarket mascot, including 16 difficult squats. As the dance moves gained popularity, member Kunda humorously mentioned that he will not go out on Friday nights after becoming famous.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Nvidia's stock has dropped by 16% in a week, wiping out $431 billion in market value. Analysts suggest the decline is due to profit-taking rather than any fundamental news, presenting it as a buy-the-dip opportunity. Starting from a record high last Thursday, the stock fell by 7% intraday, followed by 3% and another 7% declines. The significant year-to-date and two-year gains have prompted investors, including Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, to sell shares. Despite the recent drop, experts like R 'Ray' Wang and Vivek Arya remain optimistic about Nvidia's future potential.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
In the latter half of 2024, certain zodiac signs need to beware of small-minded individuals according to tarot card teacher Aifel. With changes in life and work environments, these individuals may cause trouble and disrupt plans. Water Bearers should watch out for neighbor conflicts, Virgos for increased misunderstandings in cooperation, Rams for potential deception, and Libras for friendship betrayals. By staying vigilant, avoiding conflicts, and being cautious in relationships, one can protect themselves from negative influences and maintain wellbeing.
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Reported 8 months ago
Uni-Lions won their 17th season championship by defeating Rakuten Monkeys 11:4 at their Tainan home base. The game, a rescheduled match from May 28th, showcased a dominant performance by the Lions with 14 hits, securing their victory and the championship title. The game started from the 2nd inning down, with the Lions taking the lead and ultimately emerging victorious in this historical matchup.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, as the COVID-19 pandemic resurges, Taiwan's Centers for Disease Control announced 817 new cases last week, higher than the previous week's 624 new cases, causing a surge in emergency room wait times at National Taiwan University Hospital with nearly a hundred patients. Dr. Su Yifeng, a thoracic physician, shared on Facebook that the wife of one of his hospitalized patients, who got infected while caring for her spouse, ended up falling and injuring herself.
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Reported 8 months ago
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Reported 8 months ago
Gunshots were heard in Neihu, Taipei at 9:23 AM on June 25, 2024, as police ambushed a scammer at a gas station. The suspect, cunningly choosing to conduct a face-to-face transaction with the victim in the car, initially pretended to cooperate with police but then attempted to ram into them, fleeing in the car. After a chase of about one kilometer, the police saw him fire two shots but he ultimately escaped, abandoning the car in Yangmei and disappearing without a trace.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
TVBS News Network reported on June 25, 2024, at 8:23 AM about heavy rainfall leading to flooding in southern Changhua with a water canal forming in Yuanlin and a car accident involving a guardrail in Xihu. #Changhua #HeavyRainfall #Flooding #TVBSNews #TVBSLive #TVBSNewsNetwork
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, TVBS News reported at 9:23 a.m. that supporters of the DPP are planning recall actions in hopes of altering the legislative seat disadvantage. However, as all members of the People's Party are from the regional party list, the focus of recalls has shifted towards their city councilors. In response, Taipei City councilor Chen Youcheng criticized the situation as 'unfathomable.'
Source: YAHOO