Reported 12 months ago
Attention to those planning to visit Japan this summer! Starting July 3 this year, Japan has issued newly designed paper banknotes with advanced anti-counterfeiting technology and featuring 3 significant historical figures. Despite the new banknotes, the old Japanese Yen notes can still be used as they continue to be valid currency. The article also highlights the differences between the new and old banknotes and showcases the unique designs of the new notes featuring pivotal figures in Japanese history.
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Reported 12 months ago
FTNN News Network reported on July 1, 2024 that in the second season of 'Who is the Victim', the character Jiang Xiaomeng transitions from a 'wishful killer' to a 'crime scene cleaner' amidst a serial murder case. Actor Lee Mu expressed feeling nauseated for the first time due to the strong props details created by the art department, showcasing the realism of the set. The vivid scene design in 'Who is the Victim 2' left Lee Mu feeling instinctively sickened. 'Who is the Victim 2' continues to garner attention for its captivating storyline and intricate production.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Cathay Bank has launched the industry's first dual-currency mileage card where 18 dollars accumulate into 1 mile, redeemable with major domestic airlines, Asia Miles, and Taiwan High-Speed Rail points. Targeting the increasing post-pandemic tourism trend, Cathay Bank's 'Dual Currency Mileage Card' combines mileage rewards and dual-currency payment functions. Cardholders can accumulate up to 18 dollars to earn 1 mile, which can be redeemed for various travel rewards, and the card offers the benefit of avoiding excessive foreign exchange fees and utilizing flexible funds when used abroad.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Intesa Sanpaolo SpA正致力於出售與至少€45億（48億美元）貸款相關的信貸轉移風險（SRT）交易，據知情人士透露。這家總部位於米蘭的銀行正推出兩項與13億歐元的槓桿貸款和12億歐元的商業不動產貸款相關的SRT，還計劃發行大約20億歐元的大型企業貸款相關的SRT。這些交易預計將在今年下半年完成，Intesa為這一年受保護的總貸款額將達到約100億歐元。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Well-known writer and TV host Lu Ru-zhong, who frequently appears on talk shows, recently revealed that he had been experiencing hematuria for over a month. After a medical check-up, doctors suggested exploring the possibility of cancer, which left him feeling despondent. Lu shared his emotional turmoil on social media, recounting how the fear of cancer almost caused him to get hit by a car on the street. Fortunately, further tests showed no cancer cells but revealed a kidney stone, for which he is undergoing treatment.
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Reported 12 months ago
鄭麗媛和魏化儁在最終回大結局中成功突破困難，魏化儁下跪求婚宣示主權，收視最高達7.3%，登上韓國當地無線與綜合頻道同時段冠軍。然而，在劇中兩人戀情曝光後，鄭麗媛卻遭受私生活不檢點的罵名，讓她在教室裡偷偷哭泣。劇情探討補習文化與補教業生態的描繪，故事引人入勝，演員表現深受網友好評，觀眾期待鄭麗媛和魏化儁的姐弟戀是否能修成正果。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Huang Kuo-chang, the convener of the People's Party Legislative Yuan caucus, revealed plans to propose the establishment of an investigative committee on the CTiTV case and green energy photovoltaic scandal on July 12th at the Legislative Yuan. Huang stressed the importance of actively pursuing reform bills and speeding up the review process to handle critical issues. Additionally, he highlighted the need for transparency in media reform and criticized government inefficiencies in providing necessary information for oversight, emphasizing the significance of initiating investigative powers to hold administrative departments accountable.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, at 4:16 am, Vice Captain Huang of the Criminal Bureau's Investigation Division was brought in for questioning by the authorities on suspicion of leaking information during a previous drug case investigation. Following interrogation by the Taoyuan District Prosecutors' Office, they found insufficient evidence and ordered him to post bail of 300,000. The case involves a possible connection between informants associated with the Criminal Bureau and Vice Captain Huang, which may be related to drug trafficking and robbery. The investigation is ongoing with five detectives from the Longtan Police Station also implicated, although Huang and others deny any involvement, awaiting further clarification.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The Ministry of Agriculture launched the 'From the Heart Blooms 2.0 - Hualien Revitalization Agricultural Tokens' scheme, planning to distribute 700,000 tokens with a value of 250 NT dollars each to boost tourism in Hualien after the 0403 earthquake. However, on the first day of launch, the system crashed due to overwhelming user traffic, prompting the ministry to urgently increase bandwidth. The tokens can be used for various agricultural activities and purchases in Hualien until October 31.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
In the first half of 2024, the Taipei stock market saw the influence of the AI trend. The article emphasizes the importance of returning to investment basics by looking for stocks about to distribute dividends, enabling investors to strategize during price pullbacks. By focusing on stocks with dividend yields not considered low and undergoing dividend issuance in July, the article highlights 55 stocks with a dividend yield above 5% and a large shareholder ratio exceeding 50%. It discusses specific stocks like UMC, Formosa Plastics, and Capital Securities in detail, analyzing their potential based on industry trends and financial performance, such as UMC's rebounding revenue and Formosa Cement's infrastructure projects in southern Taiwan. The article suggests a long-term investment approach for these high yield stocks poised for dividend distribution in July for investors seeking to participate without chasing highs.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Ko Chih-en revealed that the draft proposal to loosen regulations on nuclear power plant license renewals is set for review in the committee next Wednesday. The Nationalist Party has introduced legislation for the 'extension of nuclear energy operations' in response to the closure of reactor 1 at the Jinshan Nuclear Power Plant. The proposed amendments aim to relax the 5-year deadline requirement and allow continued operation upon confirmation of safety by authorities. Ko emphasized that while the Nationalist Party reflects public and business needs, the decision still rests with the Democratic Progressive Party in power. Even if the legislation passes, the decision to restart nuclear energy plants ultimately lies with the ruling party.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
FTNN News Network, July 1, 2024 - President Lai Ching-te's statement during last year's debate about whether he was willing to deliver a national security report to the Legislative Yuan has become a contentious issue recently. Legislative Caucus Convener Huang Guochang of the People's Party pointed out on a web program that Lai's words have been fact-checked and confirmed word for word by the 'Fact Checking Center' to agree to a 'national inquiry,' criticizing Lai for choosing to 'rely on evasion' after being exposed. Huang criticized Lai for saying one thing before the election to secure votes and denying it after the election, urging people not to be misled by the Democratic Progressive Party's cognitive warfare tactics.
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Reported 12 months ago
Advanced Micro Devices（NASDAQ：AMD）的股票在過去三個月下跌了11％。AMD近年來是人工智能（AI）業務中的領先收益者之一，其股價自2023年初以來上漲了147％。儘管AMD是領先的晶片製造商之一，在顯卡處理單位（GPU）市場中占有第二大份額，但與其競爭對手Nvidia（NASDAQ：NVDA）相比，其增長明顯放緩。由於AMD股價剛下跌，因此2024年是投資的時候嗎？讓我們來評估一下。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
FTNN News Network reported on July 1st, 2024, that the Taiwan stock market opened high and fluctuated, with heavyweight stocks such as TSMC, MediaTek, and Foxconn leading the gains. Despite a total net sell-off of 43.95 billion NT dollars by institutional investors, the index closed in the green at 23,058.57 points, up 26.32 points (0.11%). Retail investors were observed entering the market in significant numbers, questioning the origin of the buying spree and showing enthusiasm towards trading. This market movement was influenced by different trends in institutional trading, including foreign capital selling off while self-operated and trust investments supported the market by net buying.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Reported by FTNN News on July 1, 2024 at 4:15 am, Deputy Team Leader surnamed Huang from the Criminal Bureau's Investigation Division is suspected of colluding with civilians and leaking information during a drug case investigation. Following a tip-off, authorities last week searched his office and brought Huang in for questioning. Huang denied the allegations upon his arrest on the 29th and was released on bail of NT$300,000 pending trial. Huang, the deputy team leader of the Criminal Bureau, is under investigation for leaking information. (Photo: Screenshot from Google Maps)
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Reported 12 months ago
Shen Chunhua shared her thoughts on the Golden Melody Awards 35, mentioning being surprised by the speech given by the agent of No Party For Cao Dong when they received the Best Band award. Despite not recognizing most of the winners and nominees, Shen was still captivated by the atmosphere of the event. She was particularly moved by the agent's heartfelt acknowledgment of numerous individuals associated with the band during the acceptance speech, emphasizing the collective strength within the music industry.
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Reported 12 months ago
On July 1, 2024, at 4:13 am, a woman's bag caught fire and emitted smoke, shocking bystanders. The incident occurred at a Kaohsiung MRT station around noon when a woman's bag started to emit smoke and burnt with a charred smell, eventually turning into a fireball. It was quickly extinguished by station staff upon discovery that the cause was a power bank self-ignition. Fortunately, there were no injuries or equipment damage reported, but passengers were reminded to manage electronic devices properly to ensure safety while traveling.
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Reported 12 months ago
Xie Wenbin, former Director of the Education Bureau of Kaohsiung City Government, officially assumed the position of the third Vice Executive Director of the Southern Joint Service Center on June 28. During his tenure in the Kaohsiung City Government, Xie had been dedicated to promoting bilingual international education, enhancing diverse learning perspectives, advocating for more school resources from the central government, integrating education initiatives, and has a wealth of experience. With a PhD from National Taiwan Normal University in Technological Application and Human Resource Development, Xie has held various educational positions. The Southern Joint Service Center, overseeing areas such as Kaohsiung City, Pingtung County, and Penghu County, appointed Xie as the third Vice Executive Director to strengthen supervision, coordination, and service quality enhancement in the southern region, particularly in culture, education, indigenous people, and Hakka affairs. In late August, Xie will supervise the establishment of the Southern Leadership Education Institute at the center, inviting relevant agency heads to share their governance principles with the public, industry, academia, and community organizations in Kaohsiung.
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Reported 12 months ago
The S&P 500 outperformed the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index by over 10% in the first half of 2024, driven by a few key AI companies like Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet. This market trend has historical significance and suggests a potential 18% return in the S&P 500 by June 2025. While some see parallels with past market bubbles, analysts believe AI stocks are not in a bubble and could lead to significant wealth creation for patient investors.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
The romantic Korean drama 'Graduation' starring Zheng Liyuan from 'The Witch's Court' and Wei Huajun from 'Squid Game', directed by Korean director An Pansik after 5 years, has finally come to a close. The drama's highlights include a workplace romance facing obstacles and a career crisis due to the exposure of personal life. The finale garnered high viewership with a sweet proposal scene, sparking discussions and anticipation for whether the workplace romance will have a happy ending.
Source: COM
Reported 12 months ago
Zeng Wanting entered the variety show industry and hosted the new program 'Miss Please Answer' on TVBS, featuring girls from different fields discussing love topics. During the press conference, her friend Lai Yayan showed up to offer blessings. Zeng mentioned her desire to date and her past tumultuous relationships. Addressing rumors about her new program airing during the time slot of Lan Xinmei's 'Queen', she acknowledged Lan's status at TVBS and likened her to a prominent figure like Chen Meifeng at another network, indicating respect and recognition for Lan's position.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Reportedly, the 'Minion Fun Run' event scheduled to take place at the New Taipei Metropolitan Park on July 6, 2024, is facing complaints from consumers who paid to participate. Upon receiving their race kits, participants found that the shirts provided were different from what was advertised, leading to allegations of false advertising. The New Taipei City Government's consumer protection officer has intervened, urging the organizing company, Capso Co., Ltd., to offer solutions such as providing the originally advertised shirts or issuing full refunds before the event. This incident is part of a trend where road race events collaborate with cartoon brands, often resulting in disputes over delayed or mismatched merchandise, with New Taipei City handling 44 such complaints in the past year alone. The investigation revealed that Capso Co., Ltd. from Taipei proceeded with registration before finalizing the shirt design and copyright agreements, causing significant discrepancies from the initial announcement. Despite the organizer's proposed solutions, with the event just days away, the consumer protection officer has required them to announce the resolution on the event website, giving participants the option to request the original shirt design before July 5, 113.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
At his first concert in Wuhan, Lee Seung Kee brought his 10,000th rendition of 'Absolute Chasing,' in addition to debuting a new song 'Man,' and singing classics like 'You Love Him So Much' and 'Starry Sky.' Revealing that the performance held great significance as the first stop of his world tour, Lee Seung Kee announced plans to tour major cities worldwide this year and to present the 10,000th 'Absolute Chasing' in a new arrangement. The concert also featured Lee's renditions of three classic songs by Karen Mok, A-Mei, and Shunza, coinciding with the Golden Melody Awards night in Taipei, where Shunza performed 'Home,' a song covered by Lee. His next concert will be in Hefei in August, with plans for Taipei still in the works.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Warren Buffett, one of the greatest investors of all time, is currently investing billions in two stocks that exhibit strong network effects, a key characteristic he looks for in businesses. These two stocks, Visa and Mastercard, have been successful due to their dominance in the credit and debit card market, controlling 86.5% of the U.S. market. Both companies have shown consistent growth and are considered compelling opportunities for investors, trading at reasonable earnings multiples compared to the S&P 500. Berkshire Hathaway's investments in these two stocks have been lucrative, making them attractive choices to follow in Buffett's footsteps.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
台股第二季強勢上揚，壽險業表現亮眼，金控預估上半年盈利將達3200億，00878國泰永續高股息ETF成為最受投資人青睞的標的，持股人數達130萬，僅6月增加19,487人。多家金控股上半年獲利成長，帶動00878基金表現，持有金融及半導體股，今年獲利倍增。股息持續向上趨勢，定期定額投資人增加至27萬戶。
Source: YAHOO