Reported 8 months ago
Due to the severe damage caused by the 403 earthquake, Taroko National Park, visited by millions annually, is currently closed and expected to reopen in phases and zones. Less affected areas like Buluowan, Jiuqudong, and Tianxiang will partially reopen by the end of the year, while the heavily damaged areas like Taroko Gorge and Swallow Grotto are estimated to take seven years and 30.228 billion NTD to rebuild, with plans to be completed by 2031.
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Reported 8 months ago
A shortage of new chest physicians in Taiwan's medical field is causing concerns for future epidemic responses. Only one out of four expected trainee doctors applied for the chest internal medicine specialty training program at National Taiwan University Hospital. The Chest and Critical Care Medicine Society is worried about the lack of manpower to handle large-scale epidemics in the future, with many inexperienced doctors being hesitant to join the field due to the heavy workload, low income, and lack of self-paid procedures.
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Reported 8 months ago
Various regions in mainland China have been gradually eliminating the lower limit on mortgage interest rates, with interest rates for first home or second home loans mostly dropping to around 3%. However, the interest rates for existing mortgages held by customers who purchased prior to the new policy still remain above 4%, leading some mortgage holders to consider early repayment. Calls for reducing interest rates on existing mortgages are growing louder, as the gap between the old and new loan rates widens. Many banks in Beijing have reported a high number of customers seeking early repayment, with appointments for such services needing to be made at least a month in advance. The reasons behind the trend of early repayment are not only due to the disparity between the existing and new mortgage rates, but also because existing mortgage rates are generally higher than the investment returns on resident investments. Experts believe that lowering interest rates on existing mortgages could lead to a short-term reduction in bank interest income but could have a positive impact on banks in the long run by stimulating the real estate market and increasing loan demand.
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Reported 8 months ago
海基會董事長鄭文燦表示，大陸關於懲治台獨意見可能對兩岸關係有不利影響，應避免任何傷害兩岸關係的事情，民進黨批評對岸舉措荒謬，希望兩岸能回到穩定軌道交流，國民黨則強調推動對話取代對抗，要求國台辦尊重台灣友好關係，建議回歸‘九二共識’以促進兩岸和平。
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Reported 8 months ago
Snoop Dogg shared a sweet tribute on Instagram celebrating his daughter Cori Broadus' 25th birthday, thanking his wife for giving him a princess. The post included family photos of the father-daughter pair along with his wife, Shante Broadus, marking the occasion with love and appreciation amidst the rapper's acknowledgment of his family and journey together.
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Reported 8 months ago
Tech stocks in the US are under selling pressure, while AI leader NVIDIA is expected to see a pullback correction before its shareholders' meeting next week, causing Taiwan stock market to enter a high-level consolidation phase. Investment institutions are optimistic about the Q3 layout, with AI and semiconductors being the long-term dual focus. As the semiconductor industry benefits from the AI trend, particularly with NVIDIA's upcoming shareholders' meeting and founder Huang Renxun's positive outlook on AI, the market is expected to focus more on AI supply chain topics. The global semiconductor manufacturing industry is showing a rebound in memory and logic chips driven by AI demand, with Taiwan having been the largest consumer of semiconductor materials for 14 consecutive years. Looking ahead, the AI and semiconductor sectors are expected to remain the main focus for Taiwan stock market investments in the second half of the year, along with other sectors like electronic tags, electric vehicles, high-speed computing and transmission, and biotech.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to SET News on June 22, 2024, in the afternoon at 6:30 PM, in the social center/highlighted in Kaohsiung, a male guest was found dead in an inn in Fengshan, and syringes and drug powder packaging were discovered at the scene. The deceased guest, a 44-year-old man surnamed Ke, was scheduled to check out at noon on the 22nd, but was not found. When staff entered the room, they were shocked to find Ke lying dead on the floor. Police found syringes and drug powder packaging at the scene, suspecting that Ke died from drug overdose. The exact cause of death is still under investigation.
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Reported 8 months ago
Investing in solid technology stocks for the long term has proven to be profitable in the stock market, allowing investors to benefit from disruptive innovation and compounding. While not every tech stock is guaranteed to turn investors into millionaires, holding onto quality tech stocks can help build a million-dollar portfolio over time. Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI) and SoundHound AI (NASDAQ: SOUN) are two tech stocks with significant growth potential that could potentially lead investors to millionaire status. Super Micro Computer is capitalizing on the AI demand with expected impressive growth, while SoundHound AI's voice AI solutions are gaining traction across various industries, indicating a strong growth trajectory.
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Reported 8 months ago
CTWANT Weekly | China Times, June 22, 2024: With the arrival of summer, people enthusiastically participate in water activities, but accidents are on the rise. According to the Fire Department statistics from 2019 to 2023, over 500 drownings occur annually. Local governments mainly enforce prohibitions in accident-prone water areas, leading to pushback from businesses and civic groups urging for better control measures. The lack of cohesive regulations and disorganized management across various agencies have left the public feeling lost. Various incidents and preventative measures taken in different areas are highlighted as examples of the challenging issue of water activity management.
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Reported 8 months ago
The 'Divorce Carrot Cake' is a retro recipe from the 1970s that has gained attention on the r/Old_Recipes subreddit for its intriguing name. Contrary to what the name suggests, it was named so not to induce romantic splits but because of its deliciousness that even a divorced couple enjoyed it. The recipe features classic carrot cake ingredients like raisins, walnuts, and honey instead of sugar, with raving reviews from over 300 commenters who have tried it and added their own tweaks. The cake has even been credited for roping in a boyfriend and is praised as one of the best carrot cake recipes around.
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Reported 8 months ago
Following the earthquake on April 6th, Taroko National Park in Hualien County suffered severe damage, with an estimated reconstruction cost of 3 billion NTD. The reconstruction is planned to be completed in three phases over a 7-year period. While less affected areas like Buluowan, Jiuqudong, and Tianxiang might partially reopen by the end of the year, severely damaged areas like Shakadang and Yanzikou require more time for evaluation and planning. The rebuilding process includes emergency repairs, enhancing safety measures, and improving recreational facilities. The government aims for timely completion of the reconstruction as instructed by Premier Su.
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Reported 8 months ago
In an effort to protect the marine environment and reduce tourist impact, Pingtung County Government has designated three intertidal zones in Little Liuqiu as conservation demonstration areas with a limit of 300 visitors per zone starting July 1. Each visitor will be charged a $60 marine conservation fee, making Little Liuqiu the first outlying island in Taiwan to implement such a fee. The collected fees will be used for conservation efforts and restoration work, aiming for sustainable development. The local community and experts support the initiative, believing that conservation is essential for the coexistence of tourism and ecology.
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Reported 8 months ago
Media figure Huang Yangming believes that the Kuomintang (KMT) should now pay attention to the recall of Keelung City Mayor Xie Guoliang. Xie's second phase recall petition is nearing completion, with 80% of signatures collected and just over 5,000 signatures left. Huang predicts that if Xie is successfully recalled, it may usher in an era of major recalls. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is expected to target Xie in a decisive vote, and if successful, it could lead to a chain reaction of recalls between the Blue and Green camps.
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Reported 8 months ago
During the second Eras Tour show in London, Taylor Swift surprised the audience by inviting Paramore's Hayley Williams to perform their Speak Now vault track “Castles Crumbling.” The two artists, longtime friends, delivered an acoustic performance of the song at Wembley Stadium to the delight of fans. Swift also debuted “thanK you aIMee” and mashed it up with “Mean,” while teasing collaborations with influential artists for her re-recorded albums.
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Reported 8 months ago
A fire broke out in a pet store on Zhongshan Road in downtown Hualien City, with reports of 2 store dogs trapped and possibly perished. The Hualien County Fire Department received the report and dispatched multiple teams to the scene. Despite efforts, the wooden building was engulfed in flames. The store owner, Mr. Huang, rushed in to save pets, including those of customers and a pet hotel. The mayor mentioned the store had been in business for over 20 years, and although some pets were rescued, the fate of others remained uncertain. The fire was finally contained around midnight, with investigations ongoing.
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Reported 8 months ago
Lin Junyi, a singer who was nominated for the 35th Golden Melody Award after a 32-year gap, shared his feelings about the nomination on a news program. Lin Junyi, who has been in the music industry for years but never won a Golden Melody Award, decided to release a album in Taiwanese Hokkien, expressing gratitude towards singer Jiang Hui for supporting him. He also revealed that if he wins the Golden Melody King award this time, he will not participate in the competition again, believing it is too difficult and wanting to give the opportunity to more deserving musicians.
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Reported 8 months ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards is set to take place on June 29th, and the list of nominees has sparked discussions, especially for the Best New Artist category with seven nominees. Music critics have pointed out their predictions, with one mentioning Feng Hsiao-Yueh and Hsu Wei-Hsiang for their exceptional singing and performing abilities, another favoring Feng Hsiao-Yueh due to his guitar skills and successful transition from actor to singer, and the third suggesting Cheng Ping for his innovative blend of Taiwanese and English in his music. Meanwhile, Wang ADEN and Hsu Wei-Hsiang are considered as dark horses for their popularity and appeal.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 22, 2024, the entertainment center of SET News reported that '奇軒Tricking,' Taiwan's first YouTuber with over a million subscribers known for promoting extreme sports, recently released a video unboxing a 'diamond award medal,' expressing joy and exposing backend data to shut down skeptics. Emphasizing that he never purchased traffic or subscribers, he boldly revealed the contents of the prestigious award, and openly discussed the revenue generation from short and long videos, sharing that he receives about NT$60 for every 1000 views on long videos and 0.6 NT$ on short videos. He also disclosed that his revenue started increasing significantly from February of the previous year, now maintaining an income of over NT$100,000 by focusing efforts on international audience development.
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Reported 8 months ago
Following a recent derailment accident involving the Taiwan Railways new Taroko Express train, Premier Su Tseng-chang visited Hualien for earthquake reconstruction progress inspection, where he apologized for the incident and acknowledged that efforts to improve safety have not been fast enough. The accident has raised concerns and impacted local tourism. Premier Su expressed his commitment to ensuring safety and announced plans to personally take the train next month to assess its safety. Efforts are being made to enhance warning systems and improve safety measures along the railway routes.
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Reported 8 months ago
Malaysian Chinese female singer Li Qingqing, who was well-known for her performances, tragically died in a car accident at the age of 51 while coming back home alone after a show. What's eerie is that just hours before her passing, her 25-year-old daughter had a troubling premonition, where a song played in her car eerily foreshadowing her mother's accident and even depicted scenes of her mourning at the morgue. Li Qingqing's social media post before the fatal crash left fans in disbelief, while her daughter expressed deep concern over the strange signs leading up to her mother's untimely demise.
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Reported 8 months ago
In an interview, Lin Meixiu discusses her journey in accepting her voice, from initially disliking it to gradually finding confidence through adjustments and practice. She shares her experience in shifting from acting to singing, expressing the importance of conveying emotions in her songs. Lin Meixiu emphasizes the joy of singing and aims to create a positive experience for herself and her audience. Through her dedication and growth, she has developed a unique style and approach to music performance, proving that self-confidence and perseverance are essential in the entertainment industry.
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Reported 8 months ago
力麗集團斥資近50億元在日月潭打造第一家溫德姆酒店，開幕時家族成員齊聚，展示出集團在伊達邵的強大布局。力麗觀光旗下除溫德姆外又有3家飯店，董事長蔡宗易表示絕不會互相競爭。新酒店特色包括各種房型、親子客房、以及便利的位置。集團積極整合伊達邵資源，如設置湖景咖啡廳和親子館，未來計劃推出接駁車服務和電動船遊湖等。
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Reported 8 months ago
Artificial intelligence is a game-changing technology that has attracted investors' interest. Nvidia, a key player in the AI revolution, is having its annual shareholder meeting on June 26, 2024. Despite the meeting's importance, it may not have a significant impact on the stock compared to earnings reports. Nevertheless, three reasons make Nvidia's stock attractive: 1. Nvidia has ample cash for innovation and defense against competitors like AMD and Intel. 2. The AI market's rapid growth potentially benefits Nvidia's market share. 3. Nvidia is diversifying its revenue streams beyond AI chips. This expansion aims to position Nvidia as a central figure in the AI ecosystem. The article also mentions that the Motley Fool Stock Advisor team has identified Nvidia as a promising investment option.
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Reported 8 months ago
田亞霍在29歲時成為二寶爸，寫歌曲〈一百萬分的愛〉表達對兒子的愛。雖然自認不是嚴格的父親，更喜歡跟孩子們當朋友，但也會責罵。他與老婆一直教導大兒子對弟弟要相愛，雖然偶爾會吵架。田亞霍享受轉變當父親後的生活，並努力在音樂路上成為製作人，希望人們能立即聯想到他當製作人。
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Reported 8 months ago
The second wave of AI phones is approaching, with brands like OPPO and Samsung gearing up to launch new models featuring advanced AI capabilities. Experts advise consumers to prioritize updating their phones to ensure they can leverage the latest AI functions. The success of AI phones relies on both computing power and software capabilities, with the ability to harness offline large-scale language models, utilize generative AI functions, integrate neural processing units (NPU), and deliver up to 30 TOPS in computing power. These AI phones currently account for around 20% of the market, a figure expected to rise to 70% by 2028. It's crucial for consumers to consider computing power when selecting AI phones, as it dictates the range of AI applications available. Brands like Samsung are leading the way by providing ample computing power upfront, positioning them favorably in the AI phone landscape.
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