Reported 12 months ago
LOOKin highlights budget-friendly yet fashionable designer handbags beloved by many young adults. Brands like Coach and Longchamp offer classic designs, quality craftsmanship, and leather assurance at an affordable starting price around 10,000 NT. The article recommends Longchamp LE PLIAGE XTRA handbag XS at 19,000 NT, Coach JUNO handbag at 19,800 NT, Tory Burch T MONOGRAM mini bucket bag at 16,900 NT, and Marc Jacobs The J Marc saddle bag in peach at 18,900 NT. These bags are not only practical but also exude style, making them perfect for daily use and work outings.
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Reported 12 months ago
Drinking too many sugary beverages can lead to diabetes. Due to the recent hot weather in Taiwan, many people are consuming sugary drinks to quench their thirst. However, excessive consumption can lead to diabetes. A doctor from Taipei City's Tzu Chi Hospital warns that out of over 80,000 kidney disease patients in Taiwan, almost half are diabetes-related. It is recommended to drink at least 1500cc of water daily, avoid sugary and phosphorus-containing beverages, and undergo regular medical check-ups to prevent diabetes and kidney diseases.
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Reported 12 months ago
Recently, a 40-year-old hair designer Nick spent $700,000 to marry an 18-year-old Vietnamese bride, sparking controversy and discussions online about it being 'human trafficking'. Nick explained that he wanted children and found that young Taiwanese women might not be willing to have children early, so he opted to go for matchmaking in Vietnam where women might be more inclined towards traditional values and starting a family. His wife, Chen Jin-gui, also defended their marriage against criticisms, expressing that their marriage was consensual and not a transaction, urging people to think before making harsh comments.
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Reported 12 months ago
The Taiwanese stock market started the second half of the year on a positive note as the weighted index closed at 23058 points, up 26 points or 0.11%. TSMC rose by 2 points to 968 points. The market opened at 23042 points, reaching a high of 23187 points during the day, and closing at 23058 points with a slight increase of 26 points. TSMC opened at 968 points, reaching a high of 977 points and closing at 968 points with a 2-point increase. The US stock market saw a weak performance on Friday with Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 indices closing in red.
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Reported 12 months ago
Popular member of South Korean boy group Teen Top, Chunji, will hold his first solo fan meeting at CLAPPER STUDIO in Taiwan on July 21st. With the success of Niel and Ricky's activities in Taiwan, Chunji is excited to meet his fans and showcase a memorable night. Tickets for the event have been selling well since June 1st, and Chunji is eager to prepare a special performance for Taiwanese fans. He looks forward to enjoying Taiwanese cuisine and sights recommended by fans, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling fan expectations during the event.
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Reported 12 months ago
Due to the influence of southwest winds, various regions are experiencing hot weather in Taiwan. The Central Weather Bureau issued a high-temperature advisory for 16 counties and cities with Taiwan's Taitung County at an orange alert level and a chance of extreme high temperatures reaching 38 degrees Celsius. Other areas like Taipei City, Taoyuan City, Hsinchu County, Taichung City, Changhua County, Nantou County, Yunlin County, Tainan City, and Pingtung County are at orange alert level with a probability of consecutive days of 36 degrees Celsius. Some other areas are under a yellow alert. The weather is expected to be mostly cloudy to clear with sporadic brief showers in the morning, localized brief thunderstorms in the afternoon, and possibilities of heavy rain, prompting precautions against severe weather phenomena such as short-term heavy rain, thunder, and strong gusts of wind.
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Reported 12 months ago
With the recent trend of increasing property buyers due to schemes like youth housing loans and the booming Taiwan stock market, a netizen with a monthly income of 45,000 NTD expressed interest in buying a pre-sale property worth 15 million NTD, planning to loan 10 million NTD and seeking advice online. Respondents suggest buying a used property for rental investment instead of going for the pre-sale option due to various risks involved and low rental returns in the current market. Some advise focusing on long-term high-return rental properties like multi-room apartments instead. Public sentiment leans towards caution over the risky investment choice and the challenges of being a landlord in Taiwan's market.
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Reported 12 months ago
Minister of Health and Welfare, Shih Chung-liang, refuted claims of factional struggles prompting the removal of Wu Hsiu-mei as the director of the Food and Drug Administration, stating it was due to the end of her temporary assignment, personal life planning, and the need to find better talents for the country's progress. The Minister emphasized a respectful approach to personnel arrangements, attributing them to natural progress. The appointment of the new FDA director, Chuan Sheng-hung, was also discussed as he nears retirement age, with the Minister highlighting difficulties in finding suitable replacements and mentioning plans for future improvements. Wu's removal sparked surprise and media speculation, countered by the Ministry's stance on seeking advancements and unity within the organization.
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Reported 12 months ago
On June 30, 2024, the Executive Yuan issued a reward notice to encourage the public to monitor Huang Lixiong. The founder of Taiwanese internet sensation 'Socialite Nana' (real name Su Chenduan) and her boyfriend Huang Bojian, along with his father, former renowned obstetrician at National Taiwan University Hospital, Huang Lixiong, have been accused of running a 1 billion fraud scheme and are currently wanted. The Huang family was found to owe over 71.3 million in taxes and, after failing to present a repayment plan, the Shilin Branch of the Executive Yuan issued a 'Banned Luxury Order' last month. The order prohibits Huang Lixiong from using taxis, high-speed rail, airplanes, indulging in nightlife activities, investing in stocks or futures, spending more than 2,000 NT dollars on a single item or service, or exceeding 24,000 NT dollars in monthly expenses. The Executive Yuan has now posted a reward notice, urging the public to report any extravagant behavior or violations of the ban, promising rewards of 30,000 to 100,000 NT dollars for reports leading to the recovery of tax arrears, with a maximum reward of 1 million NT dollars.
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Reported 12 months ago
CTWANT Weekly | By Huang Xiaoting, June 30, 2024, 9:16 PM (Photo provided by the brand) Summer is here and if you're wondering where to take your kids for fun, the highly anticipated annual LEGO summer event is just around the corner! Head to the 9th floor of Shin Kong Mitsukoshi New Taipei Nanxi Store One Hall from now until July 21 for Taiwan's first immersive space adventure themed event, 'LEGO Galactic Adventure.' Combining light and digital interactive experiences with building blocks, this event features 6 main experience zones where adults and kids can embark on a LEGO galactic adventure through mysterious LEGO universe. Aside from the interactive activities, there are also multiple rewards and check-in activities to enjoy at the event.
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Reported 12 months ago
IG限時動態推薦了一款手繪感「雲朵蠟筆拼圖」模版，只要一PO就會引來問題，特效超可愛且簡單操作，可使用Vivisticker APP進行照片排版套特效。APP提供多款有趣實用功能，如限動模板、中英文字體、GIF動圖等，讓用戶輕鬆製作獨特限動。
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Reported 12 months ago
YouTuber儒哥日前帶領近20名畢業生騎車上山慶祝畢業，在途中遭遇一輛砂石車惡意逼車，導致一名女學生差點被輾倒。儒哥將事發過程PO上網怒批，引來警方介入調查。警方根據行車記錄器畫面等事證通知砂石車駕駛到案說明，將根據違反道路交通管理處罰條例處理。
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Reported 12 months ago
On June 30, 2024, the director of the Central Weather Bureau, Zheng Mingdian, warned that the first hurricane of the year had formed in the Atlantic. Although the Pacific remains quiet, the typhoon season is beginning, so preparations should be made. Due to the influence of the Pacific high pressure, sea temperatures around Taiwan are higher than usual. Zheng Mingdian emphasized the importance of being prepared, despite the reduced number of typhoons this year due to the strengthening of the Anti-El Nino phenomenon and rising temperatures.
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Reported 12 months ago
On June 30, 2024, the Taiwan stock market opened with the weighted index at 23,042.7 points, rising by 10.45 points at the opening to reach 23,107 points within a minute. TSMC rose by 2 yuan to 968 yuan, along with other companies like Foxconn, MediaTek, Largan Precision, and Delta Electronics also experiencing price increases. Analysts noted mixed movements in the US stock market on June 28, with specific focus on upcoming manufacturing PMI and non-farm payroll data. Overall, the market sentiment for the Taiwan stock market remains positive with a few concerns to watch for potential trends shifts.
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Reported 12 months ago
Pixar's animated sequel 'Inside Out 2' has become a global success, holding the title of highest-grossing film in Taiwan for the year. With a worldwide box office exceeding $1 billion USD, it currently holds the 10th spot for highest-grossing animated films of all time. The film continues the story of young Riley and introduces new emotional characters, captivating audiences worldwide. In Taiwan, the film has surpassed NT$2.85 billion and secured the top spot for 2024 annual box office earnings.
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Reported 12 months ago
NBA自由市場開啟，勇士釋出控衛保羅以釋出薪資空間，最終保羅將轉戰馬刺與狀元文班亞馬聯手。保羅與馬刺簽下一年1.1千萬美元的短約，將前進聖城。保羅在多個球隊效力後，場均數據表現穩定，並有望帶領文班亞馬在進攻端取得更多機會，成為對手的禁區威脅。
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Reported 12 months ago
In Nigeria, three suicide bombings occurred in Gwoza town on June 29, resulting in at least 18 dead and 30 injured. One female bomber disguised as a guest at a wedding, carried a baby, and detonated the explosive, causing multiple casualties. The attackers were suspected to be female, with incidents at a hospital, a funeral, and a wedding. Authorities are yet to identify any organization claiming responsibility. President Tinubu condemned the attacks as 'desperate acts of terror' and vowed to eradicate radical groups to protect citizens.
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Reported 12 months ago
On June 30, 2024, at 9:13 PM, TaiGen Biotechnology's biosimilar drug TX01 received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This marks TaiGen's entry into the largest biosimilar drug market in the world, the United States, with the first biosimilar drug approved by the FDA in Taiwan under a BLA (Biologics License Application). Not only is this TaiGen's first market approval, but it's also Taiwan's first FDA-approved biosimilar drug and Asia's first FDA-approved filgrastim biosimilar drug for white blood cell growth. This milestone signifies TaiGen's transition into a comprehensive biopharmaceutical company, with added services extending to outsourcing the development and manufacturing of biopharmaceuticals.
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Reported 12 months ago
On June 30, 2024, visitors to Taroko National Park were caught setting off fireworks near the Kunyang Parking Lot, violating the park's strict ban on fireworks. The incident, captured on video and shared on social media, led to public outrage and calls for strict penalties for the offenders. Park authorities and police are investigating the matter, with potential penalties including fines or imprisonment according to national park regulations. The reckless behavior has sparked concerns about the risk of forest fires and the need for tighter enforcement of park regulations.
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Reported 12 months ago
71歲男子阿國聲稱前妻將他的不動產、保險受益金轉移至她名下，造成他無法維持生活並面臨經濟負擔。他希望獨子每月提供2萬元扶養費，但最後法院裁定駁回。法官認為，阿國仍有收入來源，無法證明他需要獲得獨子的扶養。
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Reported 12 months ago
Hosong Biotech, a rising regenerative medical company, recently achieved a milestone by signing a 'Mesenchymal Stem Cell Drug-Production Technology' licensing agreement with HitGen. HitGen will provide umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell cultivation and exosome production technology to Hosong Biotech for developing exosomes derived from umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells. The agreement involves a $1.8 million signing fee for HitGen, followed by additional milestone and development progress payments totaling $4.2 million, with a total contract value reaching $6 million. This marks Hosong's first technology licensing agreement, signaling significant growth potential in the exosome market alongside its mature CDMO/CMO business. Hosong Biotech, known for functional healthcare product development, is expanding into biopharmaceutical research, focusing on exosome applications for wound healing and medical aesthetics.
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Reported 12 months ago
Former Chairman of Taichung Bank, Wang Guifeng, was charged with embezzling 1.1 billion in funds for luxury expenses like renting extravagant cars and private jets. Democratic Progressive Party legislator Guo Guowen questioned how Li Dewei, a current independent director of the bank's holding company, did not oversee investments properly and instead enjoyed lavish lifestyles with Guifeng. Guo raised concerns over Dewei's role and association with Guifeng, who is accused of embezzling huge sums of company money, while Dewei responded by dismissing these claims and welcoming evidence.
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Reported 12 months ago
Quanta has been recognized for the second consecutive year with the 'AREA Asia Corporate Social Responsibility Award' on June 30, 2024. This recognition highlights Quanta's sustainable actions, as they received the AREA Sustainable Report Award two years in a row, motivating them to continue contributing to society. Quanta's Chairman, Barry Lam, expressed their commitment to sustainable operations with goals like a 30% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030, 100% renewable energy by 2040, and net-zero emissions by 2050. The AREA awards, established by the Asian Enterprise Association, celebrate corporate citizens making significant contributions to promoting sustainability. Quanta publishes an annual sustainability report to communicate their strategies, actions, and performance, ensuring effective communication through stakeholder engagement and quantifiable data presentation.
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Reported 12 months ago
Since taking office, tensions across the Taiwan Strait have intensified. Ahead of the DPP's Central Standing Committee election on July 21, concerns arise as DPP legislator Chen Ting-fei independently runs for the position and suggests presidential candidate Lai Ching-te intervene to prevent internal division. Former legislator Guo Zheng-liang speculates that Lai Ching-te's next step is to secure 50% of the votes and vie for re-election in 2028, solely aiming to recover from the significant loss in 2022. Guo suggests that Lai is betting on avoiding war and creating internal unity, focusing on securing votes rather than independence. Guo also highlights the dependency of Lai's decisions on U.S. President Biden being in power, predicting potential backlash if Trump were to win.
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Reported 12 months ago
Normani has canceled her performance at the 2024 BET Awards due to a rehearsal injury, as she shared in an Instagram Story update just before the show started. The artist expressed her devastation and disappointment, revealing a bad accident during preparations and being unable to perform in line with doctor's orders to prioritize healing. Normani, who recently debuted her album 'Dopamine,' apologized to fans for missing the event and emphasized her gratitude for their support.
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