Reported 12 months ago
After a strong first half of 2024 with the S&P 500 up 15%, investors are wary of potential risks from political uncertainties, Federal Reserve policy changes, and the dominance of big tech companies. As the US presidential election approaches, focusing on factors like tax policies and market reactions to candidates' performance could impact equities. Concerns also arise from the narrow market advance, concentrating gains in tech giants like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Amazon. The economy's ability to balance cooling inflation and steady growth remains a key uncertainty, affecting the Fed's potential rate cuts. Investors may diversify into underperforming sectors as they anticipate market volatility and potential shifts in stock performance.
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Reported 12 months ago
第35屆金曲獎將在台北小巨蛋舉行，今年舞台設計邀請經驗豐富的黎仕祺，特別打造延伸頒獎台，以呈現別具一格的視覺效果，加強榮耀時刻感。舞台設計和主視覺概念相呼應，將音樂道路探索意涵呈現在舞台上，而得獎者走上得獎之路時，也象徵音樂人在重要時刻上的努力和光榮。
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Reported 12 months ago
Argentina's Congress approved President Javier Milei's pro-business reforms, including the Ley de Bases bill and the return of income taxes, in a significant legislative victory. Milei's libertarian party's limited presence in the lower house did not hinder the approval, sending a positive message to investors about the country's economic direction. The approved reforms aim to boost government revenues, deregulate the economy, and support foreign investments across key sectors, signaling a step towards reviving Argentina's struggling economy. Despite challenges and opposition, Milei's successful legislative win is seen as a positive development by analysts and investors.
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Reported 12 months ago
在台南永康區公所辦理的納骨塔約僱人員招考中，除了傳統的審查和筆試外，還安排了一個特別的關卡，讓考生面對地藏王菩薩做「祈福擲筊」。這道考驗是為了成為未來工作夥伴需要通過的挑戰之一，其中兩名考生在聖筊考核中優異表現成功拿下職缺。
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Reported 12 months ago
Following the formation of Team adidas by Taiwan's fastest man, Yang Chun-Han, hurdling champion Chen Chieh, tennis legend Lu Yen-Hsun, shooting sweetheart Wu Chia-Ying, and pommel horse prince Lee Chih-kai in 2021, adidas has officially announced the entry of the archery team into Team adidas today, forming an alliance with Taiwan's top archery elites. The archery team led by Tang Chih-chun and Lei Chien-Ying has secured six spots in this edition's competition, with Tang Chih-chun sharing how thrilled he is to have adidas' support and stand on the world stage. Additionally, supporting athletes for the upcoming Paris Olympics, the new ULTRABOOST TAIPEI limited edition shoes and Taipei exclusive T-shirt have been launched. Tang Chih-chun, recently making a name for himself on the international scene, is aiming for his second world stage challenge this year, emphasizing the importance of stability, pressure resistance, and self-belief in facing new challenges in archery competitions.
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Reported 12 months ago
43歲女星隋棠在IG曝光自己幫女兒Lucy準備的小小2.5坪房間，設計溫馨暖色調，包含白色木質上下舖、寬版階梯等巧思，細節處處顯得用心，讓房間看起來像樣品屋，網友稱讚不已。
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Reported 12 months ago
The Ministry of Finance reminds the public that there are still 3 unclaimed lottery prizes worth millions from January to February this year, with the deadline for claiming the prizes approaching on July 5th. Individuals are urged to check their tickets to avoid missing out on the opportunity. Among the unclaimed winning tickets are those from a parking fee in New Taipei City, a fuel purchase in Taoyuan City, and a store purchase in Kaohsiung City. The Ministry emphasizes the importance of correctly setting up accounts for cloud invoices to receive the prize money and urges prompt action to claim the prizes before they are forfeited.
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Reported 12 months ago
On the morning of June 28, 2024, the Japanese Finance Official Shinjin Kanda is set to step down. The Japanese government announced personnel changes in the Ministry of Finance, with Kanda, who had directed foreign exchange interventions, stepping down on July 31 after 3 years. He will be succeeded by Jun Mimura, the current International Bureau Chief. Kanda joined the Ministry in 1987 and had a master's degree in economics from Oxford. Mimura, with experience in key positions in the Financial Bureau, is well-versed in international finance. Finance Minister Toshifumi Suzuki expressed confidence in Mimura's capabilities to take over from Kanda.
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Reported 12 months ago
A brand-new shopping center, Park 17 Nanke, has opened in Tainan, formed through a collaboration between Uni-President Convenience Store and the Nanke Science Park, featuring nature, history, technology, green energy as design themes. The complex offers 11 dining and pharmacy brands, with added amenities like a bookstore and mobile office on the 2nd floor. The center aims to become a new landmark in the southern region, focusing on outdoor optimization, friendly planning, smart technology, diverse brands, and space activation. The facility covers two floors totaling 950 pings, with a whale-shaped exterior design, bright interiors, outdoor plaza for occasional markets or car exhibitions, and improved accessibility for wheelchair users and friendlier dining environment. Brands like 7-ELEVEN, Starbucks, Morrison, and local favorites are featured, including the unique Tai'an Pharmacy in the Nanke area, providing health services alongside shopping and dining experiences.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Cathay Life has completed the highest level of energy efficiency assessment for its Taichung Urai building, becoming a 'Nearly Zero-Carbon Building' with 50% more energy savings compared to other office buildings. The building also sources all remaining electricity from green energy, achieving zero emissions and becoming Taiwan's first certified 'Net Zero Building.' Cathay Life aims to create low-carbon, zero-carbon smart buildings and has already obtained 17 green building certifications by 2024, generating over 1 million kWh of solar energy annually. The company is committed to sustainable design and energy efficiency, with a focus on green energy networks and renewable energy procurement agreements, all in line with international ESG assessments and carbon reduction goals.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On June 28, 2024, the Mainland Affairs Council raised the travel alert to China, Hong Kong, and Macau, with Taipei City Councilor Hsu Shu-hua analyzing and pointing out the key reasons for the alert elevation. This decision was made due to multiple cases of Taiwanese individuals being illegally detained, restricted, and interrogated in mainland China recently. Hsu Shu-hua highlighted the increasing threats to personal safety for Taiwanese travelers to China and explained that the unclear and vague new regulations pushed by the Chinese government, where individuals could face severe penalties including death sentences for so-called 'secession crimes,' influenced the decision to raise the travel alert level to 'orange' and advised against non-essential travel to China, Hong Kong, and Macau.
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Reported 12 months ago
在CNN舉行的辯論中，Joe Biden遇到了困難，無法應對特朗普的說話無所不用其極的不要臉行為。辯論的問題略顯粗糙，打鬧是目的，而不是揭露事實。 Biden並沒有應對好這場辯論，面臨許多挑戰，包括得在缺乏新聞界幫忙的情況下處理不實言論。特朗普則更好地控制時間，但Biden則未能控制自己的思緒和情緒。CNN的辯論被描述成類似《李爾王》的悲劇，敘述一個無法接受自己時日已過的人。
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Reported 12 months ago
Dee Hsu's daughter, Wang Min-chun (Chanel), known as the 'most beautiful second-generation star' due to her exquisite appearance, recently shared a heartwarming interaction with Dee Hsu on a program. Dee Hsu expressed his musical dreams and dedicatedly nurtured his daughter's musical talents, receiving a heartwarming response from Wang Min-chun. Despite initial hopes for Wang Min-chun to become a singer, she chose to pursue acting. Wang Min-chun shared her struggles of being under scrutiny since kindergarten due to her parents' celebrity status, hoping to be recognized for her own achievements rather than just being a second-generation star.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
On June 28, 2024, the EU's 27 leaders appointed the incumbent EU Commission President, Van Der Leyen, for a second 5-year term; with two new faces by her side - former Portuguese Prime Minister Costa as the new European Council President and Estonian Prime Minister Karas as the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. The EU aims to focus on democratic values and competitiveness, with plans to enhance defense cooperation, as seen in the signing of a 10-year security agreement with Ukraine. However, internal discord persists as Italian PM Meloni expressed dissatisfaction and Hungarian PM Orban openly opposed the appointments.
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Reported 12 months ago
During the first 2024 presidential debate, US President Joe Biden faced difficulties in responding to criticism from former President Donald Trump, who accused him of economic and global failures. Biden's performance raised concerns within his own party as polls show a tight race for the upcoming election. The debate was marked by personal insults, with both candidates accusing each other of incompetence. Despite rehearsed lines and accusations, no significant policy discussions took place, and Trump was perceived as the winner by most viewers, according to a CNN poll.
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Reported 12 months ago
The Thai film 'Rich Boy, Rich Girl' released a behind-the-scenes video showing the emotional interactions between the lead actor Billkin and his grandmother character, evoking both laughter and tears among the audience and even causing the director to shed tears of emotion during filming. The film touches on themes of family bonds and personal growth, with Billkin singing a traditional lullaby in the footage and the director reflecting on the significance of such cultural elements in connecting with the audience's emotions. 'Rich Boy, Rich Girl' is currently in theaters, highlighting the heartwarming and transformative journey of a grandson caring for his grandmother in more ways than one.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
In a recent report by FTNN News on June 28, 2024, it was revealed that a Hong Kong resident with the identity of a member of the Chinese Political Consultative Conference, Liao Yijian, used a British passport to enter the National Defense University in Taiwan, where he deliberately misplaced passport information to avoid detection. Taiwanese legislator Shen Boyang raised concerns over this individual's actions, noting that such behavior aligns with common spy and infiltration tactics. The incident has sparked heightened attention and calls for vigilance against such methods in the future.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Thai equities are facing a record stretch of quarterly losses as international investors withdraw amidst political uncertainty. The SET Index has declined over 5% this quarter, marking its sixth consecutive quarterly drop, the longest since 1987. Foreign investors have pulled out $1.23 billion in shares since March, totaling $3.16 billion outflows this year. Thailand's stock market is considered fragile and volatile due to political risks, with expectations for continued underperformance compared to the region.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
According to SpaceNews on June 27, 2024, a Russian satellite disintegrated in low Earth orbit on June 26, resulting in over 100 trackable fragments and causing the crew members of the International Space Station to temporarily evacuate. The satellite, identified as the retired Russian satellite RESURS-P1 (#39186), disintegrated for unknown reasons, releasing more than 100 trackable debris pieces. LeoLabs, a space debris tracking company, reported detecting at least 180 objects generated from the event, with the cause of the disintegration still under investigation.
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Reported 12 months ago
藝人孫鵬的兒子孫安佐最近因攜帶瓦斯火槍現身夜店，引發議論，狄鶯則在臉書分享一則引人深思的故事，暗示自己感受到的無奈。網友紛紛在留言中表達對狄鶯的支持和理解，希望一切都能順利解決。
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Reported 12 months ago
近日，五月天阿信突然造訪Energy練團室，並進行直播與粉絲互動。在密集排練演唱會的過程中，阿信的探班給粉絲帶來意外驚喜，引起熱烈回響。
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Reported 12 months ago
The Taipei Children's Arts Festival is set to begin tomorrow (6/29) with over a hundred free activities for both kids and adults to enjoy art up close. The festival, organized by the Taipei City Government, will feature the highly anticipated 'Art Paradise' with 33 acts and 73 performances ranging from music, theater, dance, circus, puppetry, to musicals, including surprises like the interactive 'Flash Assault Team' and the 'Corner Concerts' by music clubs from different schools. The festival also includes an interactive exhibition at Taipei Performing Arts Center and outdoor performances at Da'an Forest Park on July 20 and 21. Additionally, community programs will be held across Taipei's 10 districts from July 2 to August 1, offering free quality family shows close to home, such as adaptations of Taiwanese nursery rhymes and classic puppet shows from the country's oldest children's puppet troupe, Qiaowanran Puppet Troupe.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
Premier Su Tseng-chang urged the government to consider extending the service life of the third nuclear power plant to address the issue of energy shortage, as the planned solar power zone post-decommissioning only generates around 300 million kWh annually. Premier Su criticized the inconsistency in the government's energy policy, while Premier Su stated that the 40-year lifespan of nuclear power plants must be adhered to. Premier Su also raised concerns about power shortages post-decommissioning, as Taiwan faces power outages, while the Ministry of Economic Affairs addresses issues in the power distribution system due to rapid population growth and increased load, prioritizing upgrading aging equipment.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 12 months ago
To protect the need for self-occupied housing exchanges and avoid reducing the ability to reacquire self-occupied property due to taxation, the Income Tax Law provides tax incentives for property exchanges. Home swappers can save taxes through the property acquisition and resale tax refund incentive, as long as they meet 3 major requirements. However, it is essential to note that 'buy new and sell new' does not comply with the regulations, as seen in an example where a person purchased two properties but later sold one that was not the old self-occupied property, resulting in having to pay 760,000 yuan in taxes. The tax authorities emphasize the need to meet specific criteria to qualify for the property acquisition and resale tax refund incentive, and failure to do so may lead to additional tax liabilities.
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Reported 12 months ago
A serious car accident occurred in Chia Yi County, Taiwan on June 28, 2024, where an on-duty ambulance crashed into a fishpond. Three men and one woman were injured and rushed to the hospital. The cause of the accident is still under investigation. Both ambulance personnel on board were also injured. The damaged vehicles were severely impacted by the collision.
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