Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network July 1, 2024, 8:14 PM [FTNN News Network] by Li Huiting/Synthesis South Korea's Seoul City Center experienced a major car accident! On July 1, a 68-year-old man drove a small van near the City Hall Station. At 9:27 PM, he drove in the wrong direction on Sejong-daero towards the Korea Hotel, crashing into two vehicles and then directly hitting a group of people on the sidewalk, resulting in 9 deaths, 1 serious injury, and 3 minor injuries. The police have arrested the driver, and the detailed cause of the accident is still under investigation. Eyewitnesses described a loud noise and seeing multiple people lying on the roadside. After the accident, the fire department dispatched 37 vehicles and 134 personnel to the scene, but still, 6 people died on the spot, 3 died while being taken to the hospital. Another 4 injured individuals were sent to the hospital, with 3 having minor injuries and 1 in critical condition and currently receiving medical treatment. Upon arriving at the scene, the police immediately arrested the driver. Preliminary alcohol tests ruled out drunk driving suspicion, but whether there was drug driving, fatigued driving, etc., is still under investigation. For more FTNN News Network coverage: Korean Air's flight to Taichung had issues and returned to Incheon, no reports of serious injuries; Thailand's Songkran Festival celebration led to tragedy with 243 fatalities and 1,837 injuries in 6 days; Seoul International Book Fair opens today, announces Taiwan as next year's theme country.
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Reported about 1 year ago
France is set to become the first country to file an antitrust complaint against Nvidia, a leader in the AI field. The French competition watchdog suspects Nvidia of anti-competitive behavior and is expected to make the official accusation soon. This comes after other countries, including the EU and China, have also requested information from Nvidia regarding their graphics chips. The move by France highlights a global trend of increased regulatory scrutiny on tech companies, especially those in the rapidly developing field of AI.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 30, a woman, speculated to be of Thai descent, caused a scene at a luxury boutique in Taipei 101, attacking staff and causing damage before being hospitalized for mandatory treatment. Recent online speculations surfaced claiming she is Taiwanese, alleging difficulties stemming from financial issues in Thailand. However, police, influenced by her accents, have initially concluded she is Thai and will verify her identity upon release from the medical facility.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 1, 2024, Liang Wenjie revealed in an interview that the investigation into the Mainland Chinese media surveillance of Taiwan's political talk show faced difficulties in finding the whistleblower but did not rule out the possibility of evidence. The Mainland Affairs Council has acquired information and will report to the Legislative Yuan on the 4th. Liang emphasized the need to clarify whether the media reports align with the facts and mentioned plans to invite media outlets for further explanation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 1, 2024, the NHK Taiga drama 'To the Sovereign Heir' starring Murasaki Shikibu as the main character will air. To shed light on who Murasaki Shikibu really was and the era in which The Tale of Genji was born, Kuramoto Kazuhiro's book, 'Murasaki Shikibu and Fujiwara Michinaga', provides a clear and understandable analysis based on primary historical sources like 'Murasaki Shikibu Nikki' and 'Gondō Konpakuki' (Fujiwara Michinaga's diary). By delving into Murasaki Shikibu's life and her relationship with Fujiwara Michinaga, the book seeks to distinguish fact from fiction, showcasing the depth of her talents, her unique marriage to Fujiwara Akinobu, and her contributions to 'The Tale of Genji' amidst the backdrop of court politics.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 1, 2024, FTNN News reported that the Taiwan Stock Exchange closed with a 0.11% increase, highlighting 21 stocks to watch. Robotics concept stocks, including Ying-Han, showed strong performance with a 9.88% increase and consecutive days of hitting the limit up. Optoelectronic stock Ming Wang Technology surged for the fourth consecutive day, recording a 45.97% increase in four trading days and attracted the attention of the exchange. Various other semiconductor and cooling stocks were also featured among the highlighted stocks.
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Reported about 1 year ago
British fintech company Revolut reported a significant pre-tax profit of £438 million in 2023, up from a pre-tax loss a year earlier, driven by user growth and diversified revenue. With revenues of £1.8 billion surpassing expectations, Revolut aims for a $40 billion valuation in a $500 million share sale, making it Europe's top startup. Despite facing delays in obtaining a UK banking license, CEO Nikolay Storonsky remains hopeful. The company previously faced regulatory scrutiny for financial reporting delays. Britain's fintech sector is navigating investor pressure for profitability amid challenging funding conditions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Due to overfishing, the population of sea urchins in Penghu has drastically decreased in recent years, leading to chaos even on the day the ban was lifted. Reports indicate that a significant amount of sea urchins were illegally harvested in April, with marine volunteers stating that over half of the sea urchins were stolen ahead of the official opening day. The situation has been described as a vicious cycle where the demand exceeds the supply, resulting in high prices and harmful practices. The Penghu County Government's Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has reminded that sea urchins with a diameter less than 8 centimeters are illegal, punishable by up to 3 years in prison or a fine of up to 150,000 NTD.
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Reported about 1 year ago
在高雄一名百歲女榮民在家去世後，女兒拒絕讓單位進屋，警方搜索時發現成白骨。知名殯葬達人陳紀孝得知後無償協助，獲感謝狀。女兒被懷疑藏屍老父至少五個月，其後事由警方處理。
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the Korean drama 'Gang Doctor,' mischievous granddaughter 'Park Mi-ok' played by 33-year-old actress Kim Sung-eun got married to her non-celebrity fiancé on July 30. Her co-star Kim Sung-min, who portrayed 'Jin Gi-chan' in the same drama, attended the wedding and emotionally expressed his well-wishes, acknowledging how she protected him when they were younger and now he should let go and entrust her to her new husband. Kim Sung-eun, who had a tough journey in the entertainment industry, has now found happiness as she transitions from acting to entrepreneurship after facing criticism and challenges in her career.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 1, 2024, Taiwan's stock market closed with a 26.32-point increase, reaching 23058.57 points, with a 0.11% rise and a transaction volume of 428.5 billion yuan. Institutional investors bought over 168,756 shares of the leading ETF, Element Taiwan High Dividend (00940), marking its first dividend distribution at 0.05 yuan per unit scheduled for July 11, with the last boarding day on July 10. Top-performing ETFs included Far Eastern Japan Leading (00949), KGI Taiwan Select High Dividend (00919), Uni-President Taiwan High Dividend Momentum (00939), and more.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Grigor Atanesian, a BBC reporter, visited the village of Mahmadsheoy-Poyon near Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan, where one of the suspects involved in the Moscow music hall attack grew up. The article explores how young Tajiks are being lured by ISIS-K in Afghanistan, leading to incidents of extremism involving Tajik nationals in Iran, Istanbul, and Europe. Various factors such as strict religious control, poverty, and historical conflicts contribute to the vulnerability of Tajik youth to extremist recruitment.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On the evening of July 1, 2024, heavy rainfall in Shulin Township, Hualien County, led to significant mudslides at 163.4 km and 163.9 km of Tai-9 Highway. As a result, the north-south road was closed for traffic. Workers were dispatched to deal with the situation, but ongoing heavy rains forced the temporary closure of the northbound lane from Chongde to Horen, with plans to reopen by noon on the following day. Additionally, due to mudslides at Chongde on Tai-9 Highway, severe mudslides occurred at two locations between Chongde and Horen. Despite some repairs, delays are expected on the railway between Chongde and Horen.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A moment of kindness led to a tragic incident in Zhonghe, New Taipei City, where a man surnamed Xie, riding a motorcycle without a license, offered a lift to two men downhill. Despite his good intentions, Xie lost control and crashed downhill, resulting in the death and injury of the two men. Xie was subsequently sentenced for his actions. The incident, which occurred at a mountain road in Zhonghe District, involved Xie carrying two men surnamed Wu downhill without helmets, leading to an accident due to overloading and instability caused by the downhill slope. Xie was found guilty of causing the accident and faced legal consequences.
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Reported about 1 year ago
台灣科技優息ETF（00929）規模逾2000億元，近期剔除12檔成分股引發市場動向。投信連2日殺出旺宏、臻鼎-KY和佳世達等3檔股，共砍6.5萬張，而外資反向掃貨，尤其入袋旺宏3.7萬張。旺宏股價連6跌，昨日報收25.95元。另外，投信大量倒貨臻鼎-KY和佳世達，外資則展開採購。據報臻鼎-KY跌2.5元至127元，佳世達小漲0.5元至38.9元。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Due to the influence of the rainy season front, western Japan is experiencing unstable weather, leading to flooding in regions such as Kyushu, Yamaguchi, and Hiroshima. A driver in a trapped car narrowly escaped as the car roof almost collapsed, with Kyushu under heavy rainfall. Areas like Fukuoka and Yamaguchi issued warnings for mudslides, and regions like Shiga faced landslides, with multiple safety alerts issued. Businesses and residents in affected areas reported significant damages and challenges, including flooded shops and power outages.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As of July 1, 2024, in Central and South America, many people are fleeing violence, economic hardship, and the negative impacts of climate change by migrating through Mexico to the United States. To control the influx of immigrants crossing the Darien Gap between Panama and Colombia, which reached 500,000 in 2023, the US and Panama signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Monday. The MOU aims to provide financial assistance for Panama to block the Darien Gap, repatriate foreign immigrants to their home countries, and further control the number of immigrants crossing the US-Mexico border. This move is part of the Biden administration's efforts to address border control issues.
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Reported about 1 year ago
When it comes to weight loss, elderly individuals should prioritize resistance training over aerobic activities to prevent muscle and bone loss, thus avoiding conditions like sarcopenia and osteoporosis. Research shows that combining aerobic exercises with resistance training during weight loss is most beneficial for improving overall body function. The article highlights the importance of maintaining muscle mass and bone density through resistance training, especially for older adults, to counter the natural decline that occurs with aging.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the pursuit of healthy eating, the consumption of dark green vegetables has become a focal point. Chef Pan Wei-Xiang teaches how to make 'Bell Pepper Asparagus Chicken Rolls,' combining the nutritional value of green vegetables in a delicious dish that can help prevent heart disease. The recipe combines chicken with asparagus and homemade spinach nut sauce. Asparagus contains a compound that strengthens blood vessels, while spinach's nitrate content helps with blood vessel dilation and blood pressure. However, individuals with acute gout should be cautious due to the high purine content in asparagus.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwanese male singer Xiao Jing Teng, who recently proposed to his long-time girlfriend and manager Summer, celebrated her birthday by renting 6 large screens in Hangzhou for a month to display birthday wishes and sweet messages. Their relationship has been a source of joy for fans, with Xiao frequently sharing photos of the couple on social media. Xiao's elaborate birthday surprise for Summer included heartfelt messages displayed on the screens, making her happy and grateful for the thoughtful gesture.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On July 1, 2024, cheese lovers rejoice as McDonald's brings back its cheeseburger series starting from June 5, featuring the 'String Cheese Burger' with cheese sauce and cheddar slices. During June 5 to July 9, adding just NT$10 to a combo meal allows you to upgrade to the honey beverage series. Using McDonald's Happy Order, entering the specified code offers a buy one get one free deal on items like French fries, apple pies, or McFlurries. The 'String Cheese Burger' is back, and patrons can also enter a draw to win round-trip tickets to the US when purchasing certain meal sets during this limited-time promotion.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As summer begins after the Dragon Boat Festival, it's time to thoroughly clean, dehumidify, and store away the heavy winter clothes and blankets that have been put aside. With modern city dwellers lacking the opportunity to sun-dry these items, home experts share 3 simple steps for easy seasonal storage. The steps include thorough cleaning to avoid stains and damage, ensuring complete drying before storage to prevent mold and odor, and utilizing storage techniques like placing a towel at the bottom of storage containers for moisture absorption. Following these steps will help keep winter clothes in good condition until the next cold season arrives.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Although there are various ways to show love, being too thrifty can be uncomfortable! Especially for certain zodiac sign males who undergo a 180-degree transformation after marriage, becoming very strict with spending. Revealing the four zodiac signs known to be most stingy with their wives. 1. Taurus: practical and thrifty, 2. Virgo: meticulous with expenses, 3. Capricorn: pragmatic and careful with long-term planning, and 4. Scorpio: keen on financial control. These characteristics can make them appear stingy in marriage as they aim to handle finances and secure the family's financial status.
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Reported about 1 year ago
55歲玉女歌手陳艾湄為了演唱會要閉關練身材，原本做的168斷食完全沒效果，後來改吃水煮蛋和三明治，一週瘦2公斤。醫師指出，適當控制熱量才是斷食成功關鍵，例如改變早午餐習慣可降低熱量攝取。並建議在減重過程中不要過於極端，選擇含有抗性澱粉的食物有助於減重。
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Reported about 1 year ago
When it comes to marriage, some women insist on marrying for love rather than material or worldly conditions. Some zodiac signs stand out in this regard because their pursuit of love is more pure and persistent than anything else. Today, let's take a look at the four zodiac signs women who only want to marry for love: 1. Cancer, 2. Pisces, 3. Libra, 4. Sagittarius. These women prioritize emotional connections and understanding in relationships over material possessions.
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