Reported 12 months ago
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump engaged in their first debate of the 2024 general election season, focusing on the economy. The debate covered a wide range of topics including inflation, job creation, national debt, Social Security, black unemployment, and the climate crisis. The candidates exchanged views on various economic issues, with Biden attributing inflation to corporate greed and proposing a wealth tax, while Trump suggested tariffs to boost the economy and Social Security funding.
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Reported 12 months ago
Netflix's live-action adaptation of 'One Piece' has been praised for its accurate portrayal of characters' abilities and personalities, with the most recent announcement revealing the cast for the upcoming second season. The second season will continue with the 'Alabasta Arc,' featuring new characters like 'Mr. 3,' 'Mr. 5,' 'Miss Valentine,' 'Mr. 9,' 'Crocus,' 'Dorry,' 'Brogy,' 'Smoker,' 'Tashigi,' 'Wapol,' and 'Dalton.' The storyline is expected to delve into the stories of characters like Chopper, Robin, and Dr. Kureha. The release date and full plot details for the second season are yet to be announced, promising even more excitement and richness in the upcoming episodes.
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Reported 12 months ago
In an unprecedented move, two former Chinese defense ministers, Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe, were expelled from the party within a day due to accepting huge sums of money, violating discipline and laws. They will be prosecuted by the military procuratorate for seeking personal gain and accepting bribes. This action, taken by the Central Political Bureau of the CCP, signifies Xi Jinping's firm grip on the military ahead of the Third Plenum meeting, showing no leniency towards corruption within the party.
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Reported 12 months ago
In the case of the five billion inheritance involving a high school student in Taichung, the family accused the spouse surnamed Xia of forging documents. The court found that the deceased was heterosexual and there were no signs of a romantic relationship between them. Due to Xia's poor attitude and lack of evidence of a genuine relationship, a sentence of one year and six months in prison was handed down. This ruling effectively confirms that the marriage was fake, bringing relief to the family after a year-long legal battle.
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Reported 12 months ago
A female graduate from Banqiao High School in Hsinchu, known for her sweet appearance and large following on Instagram, was involved in a serious accident while practicing riding a motorcycle to obtain her license. Her parents shared the news on her IG, asking for positive energy to help her recover. Despite initial speculation about her riding without a license, her father clarified that a licensed friend was driving her. With a charming appearance and TV appearances, the student is now fighting for her life, with well-wishers flooding her page with messages of support and encouragement.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
As the 'Dismantle Liang Action' to recall Keelung Mayor Xie Guoliang progresses with over 30,000 signatures collected, KMT Chairman Zhu Lilun emphasizes that Xie did nothing wrong and plans to visit and show support for him in Keelung. Amidst this, there are movements to potentially recall several KMT legislators, prompting the KMT to organize a public hearing next week to amend the recall laws swiftly. The proposed revisions include stricter rules for recall petitions, highlighting the growing tensions between political parties in Taiwan.
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Reported 12 months ago
新竹市長高虹安率市議員前往立法院，要求修改財政收支劃分法並提出建議方案，得到國民黨團及民眾黨團支持。韓國瑜現身支持修法，認為財劃法不合理，應妥善分配資源給地方，以促進地方建設。國民黨團也表示將全力推動修法，落實地方自治。高虹安期待修正案盡快通過以紓解新竹市財政壓力，推動市政發展。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On June 28, 2024, the Department Head of the Management Department at Tamkang University, Zhang Yongsheng, caused controversy by referring to China as the 'ancestral land' during a student visit to China, leading to accusations of violating the principle of equal dignity in cross-strait exchanges. The Ministry of Education stated that educational exchanges should follow current cross-strait regulations and policies without political motives or content that damages Taiwan's dignity. The Ministry may penalize the university for this incident, highlighting the sensitivity of cross-strait interactions.
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Reported 12 months ago
T-Rex Group has filed for new ETFs that will take a leveraged long or short position in Microstrategy (MSTR), known for its volatility due to heavy exposure to bitcoin. The T-Rex 2X Long MSTR Daily Target ETF aims to achieve 200% of MicroStrategy's daily performance, and T-Rex also filed for an ETF with a 2x inverted position in MSTR. These ETFs are expected to be extremely volatile, with Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas comparing them to the 'ghost pepper of ETF hot sauce' and predicting around 20x the volatility of the SPX.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Paris's La Defense business district in Europe is undergoing modernization efforts to turn more than 300,000 square meters of office space into eco-friendly and flexible workspaces, aiming to attract companies back and alleviate the high vacancy rates that spiked during the pandemic. The district plans to renovate old towers with greener features and lower rent costs compared to central Paris, targeting tenants looking for modern and sustainable premises for better collaboration and talent retention.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
In Taoyuan City on June 22, at 6:50 p.m., a man named Zhang driving a large commercial truck rear-ended a small car driven by a man surnamed Lu on National Expressway No. 1, then inexplicably drove off without stopping. The accident caused minor injuries to Lu and two passengers in the car. Police arrived at the scene and are investigating, urging drivers to change lanes safely, use turn signals, check blind spots, and maintain a safe distance when changing lanes to prevent accidents on highways.
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Reported 12 months ago
Wong Kar-wai's debut TV drama 'Blooming Flowers' continues to dominate the top spot on streaming platforms in its second week, with a surprise guest appearance by a well-known Hong Kong star, Chow Yun-fat, and a meaningful line in reference to Leslie Cheung. In a heated scene at a round table negotiation, the drama also features Tang Yan saving Hu Ge and Xin Zhi Lei standing her ground. The appearance of Chow Yun-fat follows that of Simon Yam, with both being handpicked by Wong Kar-wai for symbolic roles in the series. Chow's dialogue hints at passing the torch to a 'disciple,' reminiscent of Leslie Cheung's role as his student in the 1995 film 'Full Throttle,' paying tribute to the late superstar as one of the Easter eggs in 'Blooming Flowers'.
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Reported 12 months ago
Today, on the last trading day of June, the Taiwan stock market closed at 23,032 points, marking a total increase of 1858 points for the month. This surge is the second largest in history, following only behind November 2022. The market was primarily driven by top-weighted stocks like TSMC, MediaTek, Quanta, and Delta, with the AI trend contributing to the growth. The market value soared by 6 trillion NT dollars during the month, reaching a total market value of 73.4 trillion NT dollars.
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Reported 12 months ago
In an unprecedented move, Tainan's Yongkang District Office incorporated divination with Earth Store Bodhisattva into the recruitment test for contractual employees at the bone-receiving tower. During the test, candidates devoutly tossed divination blocks before the Bodhisattva, with the results influencing their exam scores. The top scorer, Miss Wang, exemplified the unique blend of human and divine influence in the test, showcasing the significance of seeking divine guidance in job applications. Despite the challenging nature of the job, chosen candidates expressed gratitude for their selection, attributing it to their efforts as well as divine blessings.
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Reported 12 months ago
李國毅自爆升格當爸後首次演出父親角色，表示拍戲時心中一直想著家裡的孩子，希望趕快回家。他在台劇《幸福房屋事件簿》客串飾演買到鬧鬼宅的屋主，與劇中兒女對戲後更能體會父親的角色與家庭的重要性。李國毅與妻子橘子結婚後，今年四月迎來二寶，他分享選房子時更重視家庭舒適感，描繪出心目中的夢想宅。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
In Chiayi City, Taiwan, there is a recurring issue of illegal parking near popular turkey rice restaurants on Wufeng North Road and Minzu Road, creating safety hazards for pedestrians and motorists during peak dining hours. Police have been issuing fines and cracking down on violations, with plans to expand enforcement during the upcoming summer vacation season. The delicious turkey rice attracts many visitors, leading to parking chaos in the area. Police have already seen improvements with 129 fines issued for illegal parking and 30 warnings as of June 26.
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Reported 12 months ago
The upcoming Tower of God Chapter 629 will likely feature Traumerie finally getting serious in the battle against Gustang. In the previous chapter, Gustang displayed immense power by effortlessly defeating Traumerie's summoned creatures. The chapter is expected to update on Bam as well, and fans can anticipate the release on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at various time zones.
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Reported 12 months ago
連加網路（Line Pay，7722）宣布不配發股利，表示處於事業成長階段，選擇保留盈餘以支持長期穩定發展和擴張投資需求。公司2023年營收達49.28億元，年增28%，稅後淨利4.81億元，每股盈餘8.09元。董事長指出，LINE Pay在行動支付領域取得佳績，並計畫在2024年拓展多元服務，強化市場領先地位。
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Reported 12 months ago
In an episode of the idol drama, Guo Shuyao and Lin Zihong, who play a couple, briefly broke up due to conflicting values, with even both sets of parents intervening to mediate. Guo Shuyao, hesitant to reconcile, cries out in the latest teaser, questioning the two-year wait. Whether she and Lin Zihong can overcome monetary barriers in their relationship remains to be seen. The drama 'Complete Money-Saving Dating Guide' will reach an exciting finale this Sunday, with the final developments of three couples highly anticipated.
Source: COM
Reported 12 months ago
Established in October 2008, Habolong Automation Co., Ltd. is a professional company based in Pingzhen District, Taoyuan City, focusing on the design, manufacturing, and installation of automation equipment, including logistics and warehouse systems, PLC system upgrades, and servo motor upgrades. With extensive experience in warehouse equipment, their self-developed automated warehouse systems not only enhance storage capacity and operational efficiency but also reduce labor costs. Upholding professionalism, innovation, and quality service, Habolong Automation aims to be a leading enterprise in the global automation equipment sector by continuously innovating to meet market and customer demands for smart manufacturing and intelligent factories.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On June 28, 2024, in Hsinchu City, allegations of child abuse surfaced at a kindergarten in Xiangshan District. The school reportedly failed to address parents' complaints about a teacher's abusive behavior towards children, with the school claiming no surveillance cameras in classrooms and suggesting to leave everything up to the authorities. Following the incident, the teacher left, and the school's indifferent attitude left parents dismayed. The Education Bureau has initiated an investigation and promised strict punishment if the allegations are proven true. Concerns over psychological trauma on children and the school's callous response were raised by parents, questioning who will help the children heal. Education authorities have begun the investigative process and vow to deliver justice if the claims are verified.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On June 28, 2024, at 2:00 AM, a fraud group used AI face-changing technology to impersonate Hong Kong star Andy Lau and had video calls with fans via LINE! A woman in New Taipei City was scammed over two million in half a year because she believed she was interacting with 'Andy Lau,' and even the driver she hired for withdrawals was a fan, saying he was recruited by Lau's PR company. The 58-year-old woman was arrested for unknowingly participating in the fraud scheme. The police found that the group pretended to be Andy Lau, claiming to need funds for a vacation in Taiwan, prompting loyal fans to readily hand over money. This incident highlights the increasing use of AI face-swapping for fraudulent activities, urging fans to be cautious and not fall victim to scams.
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Reported 12 months ago
Hot spring tycoon Chen Zhongming assisted Terry Gou in raising endorsements by buying endorsement papers, but was sentenced to 2 years in prison, suspended for 5 years. Chen was fined 5 million yuan and mandated to pay 2 million yuan to the government, attend 10 judiciary education courses. The case stemmed from Chen having his girlfriend spend money to buy personal information to forge endorsement papers for Gou. In addition, another man was punished for illegally using personal data to make fake endorsement papers. They were charged with bribery and falsification crimes, receiving suspended sentences and fines up to 5 million yuan.
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Reported 12 months ago
In the second half of 2024, three zodiac signs - Libra, Capricorn, and Aquarius - are predicted to have excellent financial luck. Libras will have flourishing financial and romantic prospects, Capricorns will encounter great career opportunities and financial growth with the help of benefactors, while Aquarians will meet wise mentors aiding in career breakthroughs. The article advises Libras to engage in social activities for both career advancement and love life, Capricorns to focus on learning new skills for career enhancement, and Aquarians to expand their horizons by networking with intelligent individuals for future financial success.
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Reported 12 months ago
High school beauty Wu Mengting, who previously appeared on the variety show 'The Big Celebrity', was involved in a motorcycle accident this month while practicing riding with a friend. She has been in critical condition in the ICU for 12 days, with her father stating that her brain pressure remains high despite reaching the limits of medication. The doctors plan to remove some medication and the ventilator on Saturday to observe her response, marking a crucial moment. Wu Mengting's accident occurred on June 17 while training at the Hsinchu Motor Vehicle Office, where she collided with a car after hitting an elderly lady on the side of the road. Her father, devastated by the situation, hopes for support on social media.
Source: YAHOO