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Editorial Department, June 21, 2024, Listen to 'EP115 - What Am I Tangled In? Let's Learn to Recognize and Release Mental Knots!' Click here to subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, KKBOX, YouTube, MixerBox, and more platforms. Pursue happiness and take action now! Wishing you happiness! Produced by Sunflower from Happy Action Power. For more news, visit Taoyuan Electronic Newsletter: [Video] Illegal Gambling Video Games Hidden in Office Building, Multiple Hidden Doors Difficult for Special Police to Raid [Video] Tragedy! Motorcycle Making Illegal U-Turn Hit by Car, Burst into Flames, Young Rider Fatally Injured.
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Hsu Fu-kai won the Annual Breakthrough Award at the 17th Freshmusic Awards (FMA) before the upcoming 35th Golden Melody Awards. The event saw Taiwanese pop singer Su Pei-Ching winning three awards and mainland Chinese rapper Xia Zhiyu emerging as the Song King. The Best Album was awarded to Banai's 'Yefo,' marking the first time a Taiwanese album received this award in the 17-year history of FMA. The event, which gathered music critics from Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and mainland China, is considered one of Southeast Asia's most iconic private music awards recognizing Chinese music worldwide.
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Reported 8 months ago
Kweichow Moutai Co. has lost its position as China’s most valuable onshore stock to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Ltd. due to a drop in Moutai's share prices, leading to a reduced market capitalization. The liquor maker is facing challenges with tumbling wholesale prices, reflecting a sluggish economic recovery and impacting consumer sentiment towards premium brands like Moutai. On the other hand, ICBC's shares have rallied, benefiting from shareholder-friendly policies and outperforming as a high-dividend stock amid market volatility.
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國民黨主席朱立倫回應馬英九基金會質疑，表示與馬英九保持聯繫並沒有問題，並鼓勵國民黨立委為正義發聲，不應畏懼綠媒批評。
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Reported 8 months ago
TVBS News reported on June 21, 2024, at 1:21 AM that the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River and Jianghuai regions in China have entered the rainy season, resulting in heavy rain, thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail in Anhui, Guizhou, and other areas. Guangxi has been experiencing continuous rainfall since April, leading to severe flooding at the Guilin train station and hospitals. The tropical storm Mei has caused new waves of heavy rain in Guangxi, including cities like Guilin, Liuzhou, and Hechi, breaking historical rainfall records. The region faced its worst flooding in 26 years, with the train station and hospitals severely inundated. An advance warning has been issued for areas like Jiangsu, Anhui, Hubei, Chongqing, and Guizhou to prepare for heavy rain, thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail as the rainy season moves northward. The situation remains critical in flood-affected regions.
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Environmental activists from the UK climate organization, 'Stop Oil,' vandalized the historic Stonehenge by spraying orange powder on the stones to protest the use of fossil fuels, causing outrage locally. Expert archaeologists expressed concern for the rare lichens on the stones. UK Prime Minister Johnson and the opposition party united in condemning the act as shameful. The activists demanded the next UK government stop oil extraction and burning by 2023, triggering a rare alignment in criticisms against the environmentalists' destructive behavior.
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Yahoo News, June 21, 2024, 1:20 AM: The Legislative Yuan today held a roll-call vote to decide on the Executive Yuan's two reconsiderations of bills related to parliamentary reform. With a majority, 62 legislators voted 'in favor of maintaining the original decision of the Legislative Yuan, thus opposing the reconsideration,' resulting in the reconsideration being rejected. KMT Chairman Eric Chu expressed hope that the DPP government would truly heed public opinion and return to its democratic reform commitment. After the reconsideration was rejected, Chu participated in the 'Blue Eagle Action' event organized by the KMT around the Legislative Yuan, rallying over 7,000 supporters. He emphasized the importance of upholding justice, anti-corruption, and the determination for truth, urging the DPP to remember that Taiwan's democracy is based on ballots, not confrontations or violence.
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Reported 8 months ago
In the early hours of June 21, 2024, the vote results on the parliamentary reform revision showed a defeat with 62:51, angering Ke Chien-ming. During the Legislative Yuan meeting on the same day, the outcome revealed 62 votes supporting the original resolution, 51 against, thus the revision was not passed. Ke Chien-ming, the DPP caucus leader, expressed frustration during an interview, promising to present a constitutional interpretation in the shortest time. He criticized the KMT and People First Party for being contrary to public opinion and the constitution, describing it as a path towards political decapitation and a historical shame.
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Reported 8 months ago
Ukraine, including Kyiv, is facing a new wave of rolling blackouts after Russian attacks destroyed half of the country’s power generation capacity. Residents and businesses are adapting to the electricity shortages by using generators, power banks, and flashlights. The damage to Ukraine's power system has left many uncertain about meeting electricity demands, especially as the country braces for colder weather. Businesses like cafes are experiencing challenges operating during blackouts, with concerns growing about the situation worsening in the coming months.
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A jewelry store in Sanmin District, Kaohsiung City caught fire around 2 a.m., causing a woman, believed to be the homeowner, to jump from the 2nd floor in a moment of panic and suffer from smoke inhalation. Her 35-year-old son was rescued by firefighters after being trapped on a neighbor's 3rd-floor balcony. The intense fire led to significant damage to the building, with the cause still under investigation.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 21, 2024, at 1:19 AM, BBC NEWS reported that the Philippines accused Chinese vessels of ramming and boarding Philippine vessels, seizing weapons. Video footage showed Chinese coast guard personnel brandishing axes and long knives as they quickly approached Philippine vessels.
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On June 21, 2024, at 1:19 am, a female driver allowed 'experienced drivers' on board, leading to a complex situation! Designated driver company was enraged. Chinese social media and underground forums have been circulating rumors about a 'Swan Designated Driver' female driver who allegedly permitted 'experienced drivers' on board, offering 'car-shaking services' for a higher fee. The company denied these rumors, stating that all drivers have audio recordings for safety and condemning the false allegations. The company is cooperating with the police to investigate and hold the spreaders of false information legally accountable.
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On June 21, 2024, the New Taipei Kings successfully claimed the PLG championship, marking their first title in their three-year history. Star player Jeremy Lin, who made a comeback from injury, fulfilled his dream with his brother Joseph Lin, as team owner Wang Wenxiang increased the prize money by 40 million and praised MVP Li Kaiyan. The team, led by Lin brothers, overcame injuries and off-court controversies to defeat the regular season leader in the finals with a 4-1 victory, bringing the first championship trophy to New Taipei Kings. Jeremy Lin expressed it as a peak moment, while Joseph Lin thanked the team for their belief in him and the coach. The team's general manager, Mao Gaen, got emotional post-game, appreciating the players' sacrifices over the years. Concerns about Jeremy Lin's future with the team arose due to his knee injury but Mao Gaen revealed that Lin insisted on playing. Another key player, Li Kaiyan, also played a crucial role in securing the championship. The team owner surprised everyone by adding 40 million more in bonus rewards for the players, who celebrated the hard-earned victory. Looking forward to the next season, the New Taipei Kings are ready to meet the fans on the court once again.
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During a protest outside the Legislative Yuan on June 21, the Taiwan Citizen Front and other civic groups mobilized a 'Bluebird Action' to oppose the proposed amendment to grant more powers to the executive branch. Due to the scorching weather, activist and Taiwan Citizen Front executive Lai Zhongqiang experienced symptoms of heatstroke but received timely medical attention with no major issues. The protest, aiming to defend against perceived parliamentary abuse and democratic setbacks, reflects ongoing tensions within Taiwanese politics and the push for sustained democracy.
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Reported 8 months ago
During a parliamentary meeting on June 21, a group called '青鳥 (Bluebirds)' gathered outside the legislature to protest against the power expansion legislation. Concerns arose when Lai Chung-chieh, the convener of the Economic Democracy Union, was rushed to the hospital due to suspected heatstroke. Despite his condition, the group emphasized that their movement is a collective effort and will not be deterred. They called for supporters to take care of themselves while continuing their fight for democracy. The protest highlighted the importance of safeguarding democracy in Taiwan.
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Reported 8 months ago
陳妍希與陳曉婚變傳聞再度引發熱議。雖然消息不斷升溫，但陳曉一直選擇保持沉默。原因在於兩年前他就和老婆達成共識，將工作和生活完全分開，不對外分享，也不回應傳聞，選擇過著低調的生活。之前合體受訪時的畫面和陳妍希的談話內容引發許多猜測，但陳曉一直選擇不為外界言詞所困擾。
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Yen Chi, the CEO of Far EasTone, stated that under the merger of synergies and AI assistance, the company has surpassed the traditional telecom framework and is poised to reach new heights in the next three years. Addressing the recent industry references of 'One Big Two Medium' and 'Two Big One Medium' by competitors which suggest Far EasTone is being pushed to the sidelines, Yen Chi emphasized the importance of focusing on excelling rather than size comparisons. She explained that the three major telecom companies in Taiwan, including Far EasTone, Chinese Telecom, and Taiwan Mobile, have distinct strategies and strengths in various market segments. Yen Chi highlighted Far EasTone's mobile network focus and advancement into the new economy sector, advocating for each company to excel in their unique areas.
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The Director of the National Land Agency, Wu Hsin-hsiu, stated that as long as Taipei Dome meets the disaster prevention regulations, it can definitely host concerts, contrary to rumors suggesting otherwise. The controversy arose due to discrepancies between the stadium's layout and the regulations. The Taipei City Council has requested clarification from the Ministry of the Interior, emphasizing the distinction between the designated use of a building and the nature of the event, highlighting the importance of consensus before moving forward on holding concerts at the venue.
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Parents across Europe are joining forces in movements like 'Adolescence Free of Mobile Phones' to keep smartphones out of schools and to prevent kids from having smartphones until they are older. From Spain to the UK, parents are concerned about the negative impact of smartphones on young children's safety and mental health, leading to bans in schools and calls to block social media access for those under 16. By creating chat groups and pledging not to buy smartphones for their kids, parents are working to shift the social norm surrounding smartphone use.
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The German government has started selling a substantial amount of Bitcoin confiscated from the operators of a movie piracy website, with over $195 million worth of Bitcoin sold within 24 hours. This move, part of a series of recent large-scale Bitcoin transactions by German authorities, has led to a drop in Bitcoin's market price by 0.67% in the past 24 hours. Despite this, companies like MicroStrategy remain bullish, recently acquiring $786 million worth of Bitcoin after raising $800 million through convertible senior notes.
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The 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony is set to take place at the Taipei Arena this month on the 29th. In order to showcase the works and singers of indigenous nominees, Alian 96.3 Indigenous Radio Station has produced a special program titled 'Patakos! Good Tunes of Golden Melody', featuring interviews with 10 indigenous nominees. The program will air from June 21st to 28th, providing detailed information on their works. Stay tuned to Alian 96.3 to support these talented indigenous musicians.
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The reconsideration proposal by the Executive Yuan for parliamentary reform was rejected today (21) under the joint efforts of the Kuomintang and the People's Party. Executive Yuan spokesperson Chen Shih-kai expressed deep regret like most Taiwanese and stated that they will apply for constitutional interpretation. Despite knowing the likely outcome, the Executive Yuan proposed reconsideration with the anticipation of dialogue between parties in the Legislative Yuan on the content of the bill, but this objective was not achieved. Chen emphasized the necessity of addressing flawed procedures and constitutional disputes arising from this legislative amendment, which has faced criticism from legal scholars. The Executive Yuan aims to enhance public understanding of the government system and communication with the people through this process, despite feeling disappointed with the outcome.
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金智媛將在6月25日參加台北新光三越Diamond Towers的Dior開幕記者會，並在7月21日舉辦見面會。她將與周杰倫、陳庭妮、劉以豪、王淨等人共同出席此活動，提前來台讓粉絲能早日見到女王風采。
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Have you ever seen snacks bigger than humans? In Changsha, mainland China, there are two stores selling giant snacks that have attracted a large number of people and tourists to line up. Some of the oversized snacks are so big that they require several people to carry them on their shoulders, making it a popular spot for social media posts and a popular place to visit. Although most of the packaging contains regular-sized snacks inside, the images of people carrying huge snacks have taken over social media, turning the giant snack store into a trendy hot spot in Changsha.
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Nvidia's stock has surged over 1,000% since 2022, pushing its market value to over $3.2 trillion and making it briefly the largest U.S. company. Investors are debating whether to cash in on current gains, stay for more growth, or take cautious steps due to the rich valuation. While some see bright prospects in Nvidia's AI-chip dominance and expected revenue growth, others caution about maintaining such performance in the future and potential competition challenges.
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