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On the last trading day of June in the Taiwan stock market, the top 20 performing over-the-counter (OTC) stocks were revealed, with TSMC subsidiary Unisoc (6895) leading the pack with a whopping 100% increase; closely followed by Xintec (6560), Tian Yang (5345), Yulon Core (3219), and others whose stock prices have also risen by over 70% in the past month. Unisoc, a TSMC supplier, surged by 100% in June, topping the list of OTC stocks. Among the top 20 performers were also companies like NVIDIA-mentioned Advantech (5484) and Xintec, both benefiting from the AI wave. Xintec closed at 53.4 yuan today with a 0.75% increase.
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Reported 12 months ago
Keelung Mayor Sieevalot's recall petition has entered the second phase and is currently in the final sprint, attracting attention. Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yan stated that the presidential election is over, and people hope for peace and prosperity. New Taipei Mayor Hou You-yi emphasized the need for cooperation in Taiwan, not political confrontation. Both mayors attended a city exchange event today, with Lu refraining from commenting on party chairman election and focusing on city diplomacy and economic development, while Hou stressed unity and collaboration for Taiwan's success in response to the recall case.
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Reported 12 months ago
Exclusive report on June 28, 2024, 3:18 AM. Taipei City Council Childcare Center officially launched today, with the support of Taipei City Council Chairman Tai Hsin-chin, renovating and redesigning part of the first floor of the council and collaborating with the Social Affairs Bureau to recruit childcare workers to establish a 'Workplace Nanny' program, capable of caring for four infants and children aged 0 to 6, for use by council members and staff. Tai Hsin-chin mentioned that addressing fertility issues is now a national security issue, and with the establishment of the childcare center, Taipei City Council leads by example, aiming for all council members to benefit from the service.
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This article discusses three dividend stocks that offer reliable dividends while also showing potential for growth, making them attractive for investors looking for additional income sources or wanting to double up on their investments. The highlighted stocks include Starbucks with a 2.8% dividend yield and a history of dividend growth, Kinsale Capital which specializes in niche insurance and offers a 0.15% dividend yield, and Ryman Hospitality Group, a real estate investment trust (REIT) with a 4.2% dividend yield and exposure to the real estate market.
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In Alton, Illinois, USA, a football field suddenly collapsed on Wednesday (6/26), forming a wide 100-foot (about 30 meters) and deep 30-foot (about 15 meters) crater. Fortunately, there were no people on the field at the time of the incident. The sinkhole was likened to an explosion by a local sports club official, expressing relief that no one was injured. The cause was attributed to underground mining activities, with the operating company reporting the incident to the Mine Safety and Health Administration for investigation. The local authorities are awaiting geological assessments before deciding on further actions.
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The 35-year-old French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, facing tough re-election pressure, aims to rally candidates for the upcoming parliamentary election on June 30. He faces challenges from far-right parties in attracting young voters. The election is President Macron's gamble to engage French youth who didn't vote in the European Parliament elections, with concerns on rising support for extreme parties among the youth due to economic worries. While some young people seek change, others, like football star Mbappe, advocate against extremist views and promote political participation.
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LISA's latest single 'Rockstar' displays her global superstar vibe through exceptional singing, rap, and extravagant dance moves. The music video, shot in Bangkok, pays tribute to Thai culture and street life. The song marks LISA's first solo release after establishing her own label, LLOUD Co., in collaboration with RCA Records under Sony Music. LISA, a member of K-Pop girl group BLACKPINK, has been breaking records globally as a solo artist with hits like 'Lalisa' and 'Money'.
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民眾日報2024年6月28日報導，TCS探索未來國際實驗教育機構舉辦首屆畢業典禮，加拿大駐台北貿易辦事處代表倪傑民(Jim Nickel)祝福畢業生並勉勵。TCS結合臺師大、加拿大教學資源及德國教育理念，成為卓越教育機構，畢業生獲得入學許可及獎學金。代表與校長感到驕傲，校長鼓勵學生繼續發光發熱，勇敢追求夢想。加拿大代表倖褔地肯定TCS辦學成效，鼓勵學生為世界做出貢獻。
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Following the death of a high school student with a 500 million inheritance after a fake marriage, the spouse was sentenced to 1 year and 6 months for document forgery. The judge emphasized the misuse of marriage for financial gain and considered the defendant's lack of remorse during trial as a key factor in the heavy sentencing. Legal experts viewed the behavior as taking marriage lightly and exploiting a minor for financial gain, stating that justice must be upheld for the sake of fairness in society.
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Lisa發行最新個人單曲〈ROCKSTAR〉，為了拍MV在曼谷唐人街提前打烊商家，給予每家商家20,000泰銖，路人1,000泰銖以封街拍攝，但有商家表示未收到錢。MV融合嘻哈與電子風格，點擊量突破1.1千萬次，登上YouTube台灣音樂發燒影片排行榜第2位；MV場景引人關注，耀華力路白天晚上熱鬧，因擔心安全問題造成爭議。
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The Health Department of New South Wales, Australia, has announced the recall of 'Uncle Frog's Mushroom Gummies' containing unapproved ingredients since April 2024, as at least 5 individuals have been hospitalized due to experiencing hallucinations, persistent vomiting, and seizure-like movements after consuming the products. The gummies were claimed to enhance memory, focus, and strength, but have led to adverse effects. Consumers are advised not to consume the products and return them for a full refund.
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Reported 12 months ago
In the first half of this year, the commercial market saw a significant increase in transactions, exceeding 120 billion yuan in commercial real estate and land market transactions with key projects driving the market. There are three major trends observed by Xinyi Global Asset Management: strong industry demand for self-use, investment surge in commercial real estate by property investors, and urban redevelopment projects attracting developers. The total transaction volume reached 123.2 billion yuan, a 31% increase from the same period last year, led by the confidence boost in land purchases due to the new government loan policy. Commercial office properties were the top-selling category, with several record-breaking transactions, signaling a robust demand for office spaces.
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Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, a renowned Japanese pharmaceutical company, had its red yeast rice health supplement found to contain the toxic substance citrinin, resulting in 76 confirmed deaths. Following reports of consumers suffering kidney diseases and the deaths of initial 5 victims, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare in Japan has confirmed the escalating death toll. It was revealed that the toxic substance citrinin in the red yeast rice ingredient damages kidney function, likely due to contamination during the manufacturing process.
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Xiao Yiyu stated on June 28, 2024, at 3:12 am that he had failed in buying a house in Taipei and will continue to rent for now. Xiao mentioned seven reasons for the failure, pointing out that the buildings in Taipei are both ugly and expensive, questioning the logic of spending hard-earned money on buying such unattractive and costly properties. Xiao expressed disappointment over the condition of the buildings and prices in Taipei and listed seven drawbacks, emphasizing that the prices were unreasonably high for the quality offered. Xiao concluded by stating that people should be offered a reasonable choice, and that buying something ugly should at least be very cheap to make it a rational decision.
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Chen Suiyi, who recently took over as the host of CTV's 'Amazing Variety Show,' teamed up with Wang Xuan, Lang Zujun, and Xiao Zhiwei (Eight Brother) for the reality show 'Spicy House - Peerless Double Pepper.' The show challenged them to live in a military village and earn a living from scratch while recreating military village dishes. Chen, a chef himself, impressively crafted over 50-60 dishes during filming, showcasing his 30 years of knife skills by delicately cutting chrysanthemum tofu. Despite facing challenges like making mantou for the first time in decades, Chen ultimately succeeded, expressing his surprise at the difficulty of seemingly simple tasks. Working alongside his former teacher Lang Zujun, who he found surprisingly approachable, Chen shared his unexpected journey from a Taiwanese Hokkien singer to a television host. His versatility and culinary expertise shone through in the show, leaving a lasting impression on viewers.
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President Tsai Ing-wen requested a constitutional interpretation and temporary injunction regarding the amendment of parliamentary powers, through lawyer Hung Wei-sheng on June 28, 2024. The Presidential Office clarified that opposing the expansion of parliament's powers is not against reform and emphasized that while parliament should be reformed, the methods used must be legal and in line with the constitution. This move comes after the rejection of amendments to the Legislative Yuan's exercise of powers law and the Criminal Code by the Legislative Yuan, prompting legal actions by the Democratic Progressive Party caucus and the Executive Yuan.
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The Tokyo governor election has attracted a record 56 candidates, double the number from the previous election, including individuals with extensive leadership experience and well-known figures like former Hiroshima mayor Shinnji Ishimaru, former Air Self-Defense Force chief of staff Shunji Tahegami, and former senator Renho, running as non-partisan newcomers. The increase in candidates is partly attributed to the NHK Party nominating 24 individuals, criticized for profiting from political donations. The election has also seen chaos in campaign poster spaces and issues such as declining birth rates, childcare support, and the controversial Meiji Jingu Gaien redevelopment project being key topics. Incumbent Governor Yuriko Koike and former MP Renho are among the frontrunners, with the election scheduled for July 7th.
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Hsinchu, Taiwan - A recent high school graduate, Wu Mengting, who appeared on a popular TV show 'The Big Break' was involved in a serious accident while riding a motorcycle with her friend this month. Wu suffered severe injuries and is currently in critical condition. Witness accounts reveal that she was unresponsive on the ground after the accident. Her father has called for support and prayers for her recovery, as the situation remains dire.
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The parliamentary reform laws have taken effect, and Huang Guo-Chang, the convener of the People's Party caucus in the Legislative Yuan, announced that the party will propose the establishment of an investigation committee on the 'Mirror TV' and green energy-related cases during a plenary session. Huang emphasized the need to thoroughly investigate the alleged interference of political parties in television news channels, highlighting the limitations of the current outdated system in supervising administrative powers and investigating corruption. The party aims to investigate the involvement of political parties and collusion in these cases.
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The first batch of comprehensive income tax refunds for the year 112 have been announced, with over 3.43 million cases and a total refund amount of 559.2 billion yuan, expected to be credited by July 31 as per the statistics from the Ministry of Finance. The Ministry explained that the comprehensive income tax refunds will be distributed in three phases, with the first phase consisting of 3.357 million cases and a total refund amount of 549.6848 billion yuan, to be credited on July 31. Citizens who have not applied for direct refunds can do so online from June 26 to July 10 or submit the required documents to the tax authorities before July 10. The Ministry also reminded that those receiving direct refunds will see the money credited on July 31, while others can claim their refunds at financial institutions from July 31 to September 30 using the refund vouchers mailed by the tax authorities.
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Mexican Central Bank Governor Victoria Rodriguez indicated that the peso's volatility influenced the decision to maintain rates at 11%, considering its impact on inflation and future rate cuts. Factors such as the recent acceleration of inflation and the bank's efforts to combat it have created room for potential rate decreases. Despite the peso's depreciation following the election, ongoing disinflation progress and monetary policy restrictions could prompt rate cuts in upcoming decisions. Rodriguez highlighted that reducing rates does not imply a lack of restraint, citing reduced exchange rate volatility post-election.
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Taiwan's stock market closed at 23,032 points, up 126 points, successfully maintaining the key level of 23,000 points in the first half of the year. Foreign investors shifted from selling to buying, ending a five-day selling streak and injecting 8.8 billion NTD into the market. The three major institutional investors collectively bought a net of 9.096 billion NTD, with foreign investors stopping five consecutive selloffs. Self-operated businesses bought a net of 722 million NTD today, switching from buying to selling; while mutual funds switched from buying to selling and became the sole sellers, with a net sale of 524 million NTD.
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In Taipei's Neihu District, a 47-year-old pet shop owner reportedly committed suicide due to financial pressures on June 26. The owner's family alleges that he agreed to cover repair costs for a neighboring tenant's balcony in exchange for approval to register the shop but the tenant denied any such agreement. The tenant insisted all repairs were self-funded, leading to speculation of 'two projects.' The owner's daughter confirmed her father initially paid for balcony repairs, distinct from the tenant's waterproofing project, revealing the ongoing controversy.
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The TVBS intellectual variety show 'Please ATM,' hosted by Hu Gua and Sandra, will air a theme of 'Guardian Pets Face-off Competition' today, featuring high-educated guests such as Li Yi, Huang Qiuyi, Su Zongyi, Xia Jialu, and Zhang Jingwen. Stories and challenges revolving around their pets will be shared for a chance to win a substantial prize. Guests like Xia Jialu revealed amusing incidents with their cats, while others like Su Zongyi disclosed their passion for helping stray animals and working dogs. The episode promotes awareness on various animal topics and missions, with Hu Gua praising Su Zongyi's dedication. 'Please ATM' airs on TVBS channels every Monday to Friday night at 8:00 PM.
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In New Jersey, USA, a 1-year-old boy playing in his family's yard created a sinkhole as the ground suddenly collapsed, with the boy's mother hearing the vibration, rushing out to witness her son nearly falling into a roughly 3-meter deep sinkhole. The incident caused concern for safety in the neighborhood, with the boy thankfully not getting injured, but prompting worries about future similar events in the area, where a sinkhole had appeared several decades ago in a neighbor's yard.
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