Reported 8 months ago
Singapore has been crowned the most expensive city in the world for the second consecutive year, according to the latest Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report by Julius Baer. This achievement reflects Singapore's political and economic stability, business-friendly environment, and appeal to the wealthy. Taipei, which was ranked 8th last year, has dropped to 13th place. The top 5 most expensive cities listed in the report are Singapore, Hong Kong, London, Shanghai, and Monaco.
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Reported 8 months ago
Indonesia's national data center was hacked, leading to a cyberattack that disrupted services of over 200 government agencies. The hacking group demanded an $8 million ransom, but the Indonesian government stated that they will not pay. Efforts are underway to restore affected services such as investment licensing, although some services like immigration have already been restored. Investigations are ongoing, with efforts to break the encryption and recover the data. This cyberattack is considered the most severe in a series of ransomware attacks that have targeted Indonesian government agencies since 2017.
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Reported 8 months ago
Yahoo News reported on June 25, 2024, that the Biden administration is investigating China's three major telecom companies amid fears that they might access data of American citizens through their cloud and network business operations in the US. The investigation by the US Department of Commerce, which has issued subpoenas to these Chinese-backed firms, has been completed for China Mobile and China Telecom based on risk analysis but is progressing slower for China Unicom. The probe, aiming to prevent Beijing from using Chinese companies to access US data and potentially harm companies, US citizens, or national security, is part of the ongoing technological rivalry between the US and China. Regulatory authorities have the power to investigate network services sold by foreign companies to the US and can block these companies from operating in US data centers or transmitting data for internet providers. These telecom companies have long been targeted by Washington, with the Federal Communications Commission denying China Mobile's phone service application in 2019 and revoking permits for China Telecom and China Unicom to provide phone services in the US in 2021 and 2022 respectively.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Ministry of Economic Affairs recently held an international smart healthcare forum, inviting global medical giant Medtronic to Taiwan for exchanges. The forum aimed to combine Taiwan's strengths in 'medical' and 'information and communication' to create a new era of AI healthcare. Representatives from Medtronic, Sanofi, Cytiva, AstraZeneca, and Microsoft shared innovative cases of AI clinical applications. Taiwan's rich medical data and comprehensive biomedicine ecosystem position the country as a global incubator for AI healthcare, fostering international collaborations with major players in the industry.
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Reported 8 months ago
In New Taipei City's Sanchong District, a noodle shop on Dazhi Street caught fire around noon on the 25th, suspected to be caused by a gas explosion due to mishandling. At the scene, 2 females and 1 male were injured and taken to Sanchong City Hospital and Taipei Mackay Memorial Hospital. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation by authorities. Images show gas cylinders, burnt motorcycles outside the shop, and smoke-blackened apartment doors, indicating the intensity of the fire.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, the Taiwan stock market experienced a sharp decline with an over 310-point drop midday, hitting a low of 22,503 points before slightly recovering to around a 60-point decrease at noon. Notably, panel-related stocks like Quanta Display and AU Optronics garnered attention despite their midday declines, both ranking in the top 5 in terms of trading volume. Quanta Display led with a volume of 345,000 shares, while Hon Hai resisted the downtrend, seeing an increase in both stock price and volume. This downturn in the stock market was influenced by the continuous drop in NVIDIA's stock price, impacting AI-related stocks in Taiwan as well.
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Reported 8 months ago
Japanese actress Yui Aragaki, known for her role as a socially awkward novelist in the movie 'The International Diary', revealed that although her character is not good at household chores and lives in a messy room, in real life she finds cleaning to be a stress-reliever. Aragaki shared that she enjoys keeping her living space comfortable and tidy as it helps her unwind. The film adaptation of Chizuko Yamashita's popular manga features Aragaki alongside other characters with contrasting personalities, coming together in a joyful atmosphere that even extends off-screen during a dumpling-making scene praised by the director as infectiously delightful. 'The International Diary' received high praise at the Taipei Film Festival and is set to premiere in Taiwan on July 5th.
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Reported 8 months ago
Cambodian police recently busted a major drug trafficking case, arresting 5 male suspects involving 3 Taiwanese, 1 Japanese, and 1 Chinese national, and seizing a total of 145 kilograms of methamphetamine. The suspects face potential life imprisonment if found guilty, with further investigation required for more details. The drug syndicate, led by Taiwanese individuals, was active in Phnom Penh and various provinces, with multiple arrests and drug seizures made by authorities.
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Reported 8 months ago
A fire broke out at a noodles stand on Dazhi Street in Sanchong District, New Taipei City around noon on June 25. The incident was reportedly caused by a motorcycle tipping over and hooking onto a gas tank, leading to a fierce fire outbreak. Firefighters quickly arrived and extinguished the flames within 10 minutes. Two individuals were sent to the hospital for precautionary treatment but are not in critical condition. The fire also resulted in the destruction of four motorcycles and the noodles stand vehicle. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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Reported 8 months ago
小葛雷諾在藍鳥對紅襪的比賽中擊出471英尺全壘打，超越「綠色怪物」並飛出芬威球場，幫助藍鳥拉開比數成6：2。這支全壘打距離471英尺，是本季大聯盟第三遠的一支。紅襪後來在比賽中追平比分，最終靠著杜倫的再見安打7：6擊敗藍鳥。
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Reported 8 months ago
有網友在前天造訪台中好市多北屯店時發現停車場暫停收費，引發熱議。會員指出停車場收費是為了防止非購物者占用，而暫停收費是為了減少機台當機風險。部分網友則開玩笑說因為收費機器被員工躲在裡面中暑了。
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Reported 8 months ago
A hotel in Kyoto's Higashiyama ward refused accommodation to an Israeli guest, citing suspicion that he was associated with the Israeli military. The Israeli Embassy protested in writing, calling it a clear case of discrimination. The Kyoto city authorities intervened, as the hotel's action violated the Hotel Business Law, which prohibits refusing accommodation based on nationality or occupation. The hotel faced administrative guidance and criticism from both local and Israeli authorities, highlighting the need to abide by anti-discrimination laws.
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Reported 8 months ago
Zheng Yunpeng's 17-year-old son, DeDe, known for his handsome appearance and 320,000 Instagram followers, resurfaced after a month, sharing updates on his activities. DeDe mentioned the upcoming final exams and summer break, expressing his lack of a proper summer vacation due to attending summer tutoring classes. Despite the busy schedule, he encouraged others to persevere and enjoy their summer, mentioning his recent interest in playing 'Yo-Kai Watch 2'. This post, accompanied by six stylish photos, quickly garnered over 70,000 likes in less than a day, with Zheng Yunpeng playfully commenting on his son's gaming habits.
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Reported 8 months ago
During discussions on the annual National Defense Authorization Act last week, a member of Congress raised concerns about China deploying robot dogs carrying automatic rifles and requested the Pentagon to assess the potential threat these weapons pose in future conflicts. The Congress demanded a probe into the threat posed by China's armed robot dogs, following reports of these machines showcased during military exercises with Cambodia. The proposal passed without opposition and now awaits Senate discussions for broader defense measures before becoming law.
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Reported 8 months ago
An elderly man in his 70s in Zhongli met a mysterious death in a car accident where he first reversed his vehicle for unknown reasons, then accelerated forward to crash into a wall, resulting in fatal injuries. Although emergency responders arrived promptly and attempted to save him, their efforts were in vain. The incident is still under investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident and the authorities have requested an autopsy for further clarification on the cause of death. The scene of the accident showed a severely damaged car and a blood-stained floor, leaving a disturbing sight for onlookers.
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Reported 8 months ago
In a tragic incident in Coventry, UK, a seven-month-old baby named Elle Doherty was fatally attacked by the family's pet Belgian Shepherd dog, resulting in severe head injuries that led to her death. The dog was taken from the home and euthanized on the same day by authorities. Despite receiving emergency care at the scene and being rushed to the hospital, Elle Doherty tragically succumbed to her injuries. The family has requested privacy for mourning, and the incident has been confirmed not to involve any criminal activity after a police investigation, reminding people to be cautious when pets and infants are together to prevent similar tragedies.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, Shohei Ohtani, the two-way star, struck out twice in a game against the White Sox. Despite this, the Dodgers broke the tie in the 7th inning and Ohtani contributed a sacrifice fly in the 9th inning, helping secure a 3-1 victory and their second consecutive win. Despite his 0-for-3 performance, Ohtani managed to get an RBI, extending his streak of contributing in 8 consecutive games. His batting average dropped to .318, but he recently won his 9th career weekly MVP award for a June performance that included a .481 batting average, 6 home runs, and 13 RBIs, boasting an OPS of 1.847.
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Reported 8 months ago
Cathay United Bank released the first 'Anti-Scam Behavior Survey Report', revealing that 75% of people have received scam messages within three months, with 31% having fallen victim to scams, meaning approximately 1 in every 3 individuals have been scammed. Fake investment scams are the most prevalent, accounting for close to 60%. Shockingly, half of the scam victims do not report the incidents. It was found that many victims do not report scams out of fear of negative labeling, lack of knowledge on how to report, or distrust in the effectiveness of reporting.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to Reuters, Chinese tech giant ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is partnering with US chip designer Broadcom to develop an advanced AI processor. The processor will be produced by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) using 5-nanometer process technology. This collaboration is expected to help ByteDance reduce procurement costs and ensure stable supply of high-end chips amid geopolitical tensions between China and the US. Market reports suggest that the AI chip developed by ByteDance and Broadcom will be manufactured by TSMC using 5-nanometer process technology, aiming to enhance the AI computing capabilities of TikTok and other products under ByteDance.
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Reported 8 months ago
Vietnamese automaker VinFast, facing financial challenges and unable to sell enough cars, unveils the VF3, a small electric SUV priced at $9,200, aiming to become Vietnam's 'national car' and attract consumers in Asian markets. Designed for Asian markets, the VF3 is expected to drive more sales compared to previous models geared for Western export. Despite setbacks in the U.S. market, VinFast is targeting the EV at emerging markets in Asia where demand is high and competition, especially from Chinese manufacturers, is fierce. The success of VinFast's affordable EV is critical to secure its future amid financial struggles.
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Reported 8 months ago
Taiwan's Good Day Foods imported a batch of curry powder from Malaysia which was found to have excessive pesticide residues, leading to over 1,000 kilograms of the product being sent back or destroyed. Additionally, chopsticks imported from China by Shengyang Logistics Co., Ltd under the brand DAISO failed quality tests with possible release of impurities during normal use, resulting in 66 kilograms being returned. The Food and Drug Administration announced 17 border goods with quality issues, including curry powder from Malaysia, chili powder from Korea, and more, due to pesticides and preservatives exceeding standards.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 25, 2024, a female elementary school student from Yuan Ze University violated the restaurant's rules by bringing her pet tortoise into a Sushi restaurant and placing it on a soy sauce dish for a photo, sparking outrage online. The university issued a statement and may take disciplinary action if the student's involvement is confirmed. However, netizens continue to criticize the university, leading to comment restrictions on their social media pages to quell the controversy.
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Reported 8 months ago
Four Chinese coast guard ships unexpectedly entered Kinmen waters this morning, sailing as close as 5 nautical miles away, leading to a 2-hour standoff with three Taiwan Coast Guard vessels deployed to the scene. The Chinese ships eventually were escorted out of restricted waters. This incident marks one of the closest encounters between the two sides recently, highlighting the tensions in the region.
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Reported 8 months ago
KMT secretary-general Hung Meng-kai was accused by DPP legislator Wu Pei-yi of requesting confidential data from TSMC in April, which he denied and stated he had appointed a lawyer to sue Wu. Despite Wu's challenge that all the inquiries Hung made are published in the legislative report and can be verified, TSMC's stock price continued to drop for three consecutive days, linked to Hung's actions. Hung questioned the logic of inquiries affecting stock prices and emphasized that the allegations were maliciously connected to market fluctuations. He expressed his intention to sue. He claimed that he never sought confidential information, and Wu's accusations were not factual. Hung deemed the accusations as a malicious attempt to undermine him and emphasized the importance of professionalism and rationality in political interrogation.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to Mirror Weekly, the stationed representative in the U.S., Yu Da-il, faced criticism for spending NT$8 million during his half-year tenure, including complaints about Vice President Hsiao Mei-chin's personal items cluttering the main bedroom of the official residence. President Lai Ching-te has instructed the Executive Yuan and Ministry of Foreign Affairs to understand the situation and handle it according to regulations. The scandal involves the purchase of luxury items and alleged abuse by Yu and his wife, with the government responding by ensuring a thorough investigation and adherence to proper procedures.
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