Reported 8 months ago
Today marks thе tеnth ѕоlаr term 'Summer Sоlѕtісе' in the twеntу-fоur solar terms, rерrеѕеntіng the lоngеѕt dау and thе ѕhоrtеѕt nіght of thе уеаr. According to the devоtіоnаl wеbѕіtе 'Spirit Bоx Nеtwоrk', mоdеrn рeoрlе сan uѕе thіѕ tіmе to adjust mеntаllу and рhуѕiсаllу, followіng '3 ѕtерѕ' tо іnvоke gooоd luсk аnd рrepare for the ѕесоnd hаlf of thе уeаr, and thеrе аre '3 zоdіасѕ' thаt wіll ѕee a grеаt tаrnаround after thіѕ day. The article аlѕо suggests 3 practices, with Step 1 uѕіng thе Sun's еnergу, Step 2 іnvolving the purіfісatiоn of hоmеs using watеr lіly techniques, and Step 3 enjoying ѕummеr ѕоlblоssоm tea оn Summer Sоlstісе day.
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Reported 8 months ago
In Taipei's Nangang District, a distressed mother reported her son to the police after he had a drug-induced seizure and was yelling uncontrollably at home. The police arrested the son while he was asleep and found drugs in the house. Additionally, a handgun was discovered hidden under an altar. The son admitted to drug use, and the case has been handed over for legal proceedings. The incident serves as a reminder to avoid drugs as they can have severe consequences.
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Reported 8 months ago
美式賣場Costco在台灣擁有14間分店，7000名員工，離職率低於3％。Costco實行「自動調薪」機制，使非主管職月薪可達近65K。公司強化薪資和福利，員工工時滿1040小時會自動調薪，非主管職最高時薪達369元，月薪接近65K。
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Reported 8 months ago
SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son shared his ambition to achieve artificial super intelligence, which he believes will surpass human capabilities by a factor of 10,000. Son discussed the group's focus on combining robotics with AI for mass production, logistics, and autonomous driving, emphasizing the need for significant capital and partnerships. While Son's reputation as a visionary investor faced challenges due to startup failures, the success of SoftBank's subsidiary Arm has boosted his standing, despite pressure from activist investors like Elliott Management for a share buyback.
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Reported 8 months ago
台北捷運宣布，貓空纜車將從6/24起暫停營運長達19天進行年度檢修和改善設備，包括貓空站木棧平台整修、指南宮站外廁所翻修，並進行年度系統測試。預計7月13日起恢復營運，這是受到貓空進入落雷季節影響，為確保安全而進行的年度維修保養作業。
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Reported 8 months ago
Today is the annual shareholders meeting for publicly-owned financial holding banks, including Mega Financial, First Financial, Hua Nan Financial, Taiwan Cooperative Bank, and Taiwan Business Bank. Unions, representing shareholders, spoke up to advocate for employee benefits, while senior shareholders expressed hopes for Mega Financial's stock price to reach 50 NT dollars. Shareholders praised recent improvements in employee benefits under Mega Financial's Chairman, Lei Chung-ta, with salary increases and expanded employee stock incentives being highlighted. The meeting also resulted in a cash dividend of 1.5 NT dollars per share and a stock dividend of 0.3 NT dollars, totaling 1.8 NT dollars. Similarly, First Financial Union, as shareholders, emphasized the importance of salary adjustments and enhancing employee stock incentives, demonstrating the company's commitment to employee welfare and financial security.
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Reported 8 months ago
Deciding who supports the elderly and how assets are divided often leads to disagreements among siblings. A woman complains that despite her husband and eldest daughter contributing the most to the family expenses, her mother-in-law intends to leave the house to her sweet-talking second daughter instead, causing her husband to feel resentful. The woman questions the fairness of this decision, highlighting differences in financial contributions and responsibilities among her children and husband. The husband's response, 'Who inherits, who is responsible for support,' raises concerns about abandonment responsibilities. The situation triggers various opinions from netizens, with some suggesting equal financial treatment for all children and others advising the husband to handle the matter independently to avoid further complications.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Executive Yuan has requested reconsideration of the parliamentary reform bill, and the Legislative Yuan started a roll-call vote today. If all legislators vote before noon, the counting will begin early. The bill was previously passed on May 28, with related documents sent to the Executive Yuan on June 5. After the Executive Yuan requested reconsideration on June 6 and received President Lai Ching-te's approval on June 11, the Legislative Yuan is now conducting a roll-call vote on the matter. The vote includes two cases, each requiring a separate ballot. The process must be completed within 15 days of delivery, or the original decision will be void. The vote is set to take place on the 21st with two separate ballots.
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Reported 8 months ago
As the new era of AI in everything arrives, even cooking a meal involves surprising AI integration. Business Weekly exclusively visited Taiwan's kitchenware king, Sakura, at their AI kitchen in Neihu, Taipei. Different from traditional kitchens, this new kitchen automates functions such as adjusting exhaust fans to reduce smoke when cooking, automatically turning off stoves for safety, and ensuring fresh indoor air post-cooking. By utilizing AI, Sakura tapped into big data from customers and changes in Taiwan's housing market, leading to record high revenue and net profit. Their AI products, such as oil fume extractors and gas stove monitors, are driving growth, with high-end models expected to reach a new revenue share of 57%. Through digitalizing internal processes and utilizing data analysis, Sakura responded to the trend of smaller residential spaces merging living, dining, and kitchen areas, resulting in a significant market success.
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Reported 8 months ago
Facing an aggressive price war from Chinese brands, Taiwanese bubble tea brand Chatime, a subsidiary under Hexagon, revamped its entire value chain as a strategy to compete. With over 1500 outlets globally, Chatime has taken measures such as redesigning store formats, menus, and packaging to cater to younger consumers' preferences. By reshaping their brand image, expanding product offerings, and introducing vibrant packaging, Chatime aims to regain lost market share and increase revenue per store.
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Reported 8 months ago
Chipotle shares dropped over 6% before a 50-for-1 stock split, with institutional investors possibly taking profits as the stock has surged more than 40% this year and doubled since the start of 2023. Technical analysis points to potential bearish signs like a bull trap pattern and weakening momentum, suggesting key Fibonacci retracement levels at $3,066, $2,821, and $2,622 as potential support areas to watch.
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Reported 8 months ago
At the parliamentary reform review bill voting day, Wang Yichuan, the executive director of the DPP policy committee, appeared in parliament, opting not to answer media questions regarding allegations of using telecommunications data to identify individuals and whether his presence was meant to identify 'Blue Hawks' using his 'knees'. Wang Yichuan has sparked controversy for admitting on a political talk show to recognizing 'grass' and 'blue birds' by their mobile signals, leading to accusations of government surveillance on citizens. Despite repeated inquiries from reporters, Wang Yichuan remained tight-lipped and quickly left the scene, only briefly responding to party-related questions.
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Reported 8 months ago
Global stocks traded cautiously as the dollar reached multi-week highs, while markets awaited U.S. business surveys for insights on the economy's strength amidst high interest rates. MSCI's global stock index was flat, set for a 0.8% weekly rise. European and U.S. stock indices showed similar trends. The Japanese yen weakened, nearing intervention levels, as data showed Japan's inflation rate slowed. The dollar's strength was attributed to the Fed's tight monetary policy compared to other central banks. Asian shares fell due to a tech sell-off, while U.S. Treasuries softened on rate cut doubts.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Legislative Yuan voted on the reconsideration motion of the Executive Yuan’s proposed parliamentary reform law today, with the Kuomintang (KMT) launching the 'Blue Hawks' action to support the KMT caucus in voting against the motion. KMT caucus convener Fu Kun-chi declared that after rejecting the motion, they will use the power of hearings and investigations to put corrupt Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) officials in jail. Over 7000 people participated in the 'Blue Hawks' action outside the legislature, with various organizations and groups showing support, including the KMT caucus and Han Kuo-yu supporters.
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Reported 8 months ago
Sharky anchor Li Pei-xuan from CTi News on June 20, 2024, questioned the necessity of recalling legislators following the passing of parliamentary reform bills. The ruling DPP government's various actions, from proposing legislation to threatening constitutional interpretation, has resulted in talks of recalling lawmakers starting February 1 of next year. Public opinions on recalling several legislators have sparked debates on whether such actions are necessary evils or fueled by hatred. The Sharky anchor took to the streets to hear from grassroots voters about their thoughts on which legislator should be recalled, emphasizing the importance of tuning in to the weekly primetime news show for more insights.
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Reported 8 months ago
Chen Li-Wen, June 20, 2024, 9:54 PM, Stock market graphics. Sentinel Chen photographed the recent highs and fluctuations of the Taiwan stock market, observing that 44 out of 62 Taiwan stock ETFs closed at new highs simultaneously, benefiting 6.947 million investors. Among them, 00919, with the fifth dividend distribution scheduled for June 24, saw its trading volume rank third today. This high-dividend Taiwan stock ETF has gained popularity, evidenced by its growing market capitalization and investors' eagerness to join before the ex-dividend date on June 21. Wealth management experts suggest that ETFs, especially high-dividend assets, provide stability and resilience in market fluctuations, making them an attractive investment choice for Taiwanese investors looking for steady returns.
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Reported 8 months ago
一名網友在PTT發文表示不想工作，計畫全力投資台積電股票，認為沒買股票只靠工作收入的人遲早會墜入底層。此舉引發網友討論，有人支持並鼓勵進場，認為股價還未到高點；但也有人警告別輕易All in，建議慎重考慮投資風險。
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, the event 'Cultural Equity Tour - Zhuangtou Theater Limited Art Day' organized by the Ministry of Culture set an impressive record. On June 29, the Paper Windmill Theater Group, alongside 6 other performance teams, performed continuously from 2:00 pm to 8:30 pm at Dalin Sports Park in Chiayi County. The highlight of the day was the limited edition of 'The Adventure of Don Quixote - Galaxy Pegasus' presented by the Paper Windmill Theater Group, featuring a 25-meter-wide, 20-meter-long flying dragon. This marked the first-ever joint appearance of the flying four-headed dragon and burrowing two-headed dragon after 30 years of the group's establishment. The day also included various performances by different troupes, street artists, creative markets, and cultural currency activities.
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Reported 8 months ago
With the era of recalls approaching, there's speculation if the opposition parties in Taiwan will propose a vote of no confidence, potentially leading to President Lai Ching-te dissolving parliament and calling for new elections, a first in Taiwan's political history. Amidst the recall movements, discussions about the incongruities surfacing in various politicians' decisions are shaping up an exciting political landscape leading into next year. Additionally, the article highlights the political strategies of different parties and the potential impact on upcoming elections and party dynamics in Taiwan.
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Reported 8 months ago
60歲男子在苗栗縣三灣國中校門口停車休息時突遭一輛轎車從後撞擊，送醫後不治。肇事轎車駕駛肇逃，警方尋找車主途中畏罪離家。事發現場機車零件散落數十公尺，騎士被彈飛摔在人行道上，隨即送醫搶救未果。
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, during the 'Blue Eagle Action,' Kuomintang (KMT) legislators received bouquets of flowers to boost morale as they prepared to address the Executive Yuan's reconsideration of parliamentary reform legislation. Civic groups such as the Taiwan Civil Front and the Economic Democracy Union gathered near the Legislative Yuan to express support. KMT legislators, including Fu Kun-Chi, expressed gratitude and determination in the face of challenges, with a focus on legislative powers to investigate issues like the vaccine procurement scandal swiftly. The event aimed to showcase unity and enthusiasm while advocating for a more transparent and accountable government in Taiwan.
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Reported 8 months ago
好萊塢夫妻班艾佛列克和珍妮佛羅培茲於2022年結婚後傳出婚變傳聞，最近班艾佛列克在節目中抱怨妻子太紅帶來困擾，表示不喜歡婚姻受到太多關注。他分享在紐約時代廣場走街區時的混亂場面，透露對媒體拍照時總是显得不高興的原因在於害羞，並未透露現在婚姻狀況。
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Reported 8 months ago
FTNN News Network, June 20, 2024, 10:30 PM [FTNN News Network] Reporter Lu Yifeng/Taipei reported that the Executive Yuan recently proposed a review of the Legislative Yuan's power amendment bill, and the Legislative Yuan held a roll-call vote this morning to decide on the review. People's Party caucus convener Huang Kuo-chang pointed out that the Executive Yuan not only continues to spread false information but also abandons its past principles, claiming that previous proposals for parliamentary reform are 'unconstitutional.' Even Lin Jo-hsueh, a veteran in the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) who has been working on reforms, cannot tolerate this. He criticized the Executive Yuan for becoming a center for spreading misinformation and pointed out that Premier Cho Jung-tai, in his responses, showed he lacks the ability to deal with false information. Huang stated that all party members will vote unanimously to support parliamentary reform and reject the review proposed by the Executive Yuan.
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Reported 8 months ago
Ding Ning, ex-girlfriend, publicly expressed concern for Tang Jiping and willingness to help with his mother's funeral arrangements after Tang's 73-year-old mother passed away on the rooftop of their residence on June 4. Despite 18 days passing, Tang is still in denial and refuses to acknowledge the reality of his mother's death. Ding Ning emphasized that Tang Jiping deeply loves his mother and is currently struggling with shock, pain, and stress that others cannot imagine, urging for support and understanding during this difficult time.
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Reported 8 months ago
LIVE JAPAN posted an article on June 20, 2024, exploring experiences of foreigners living in Japan. It highlights aspects like safety, convenience of public transportation and stores, furnished rentals, helpful real estate agents, separated bathrooms, affordable rent, and challenges faced, such as rejection due to being a foreigner and the small size of accommodations. Despite small living spaces, foreigners appreciate the quiet, convenient, and safe living environments in Japan.
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