Reported 11 months ago
Chung Hung held a shareholders meeting on June 26, 2024, where the upcoming board of directors was fully re-elected, symbolizing a significant succession as the former chairman of China Steel, Weng Chao-Dung, passed his seat to the general manager of China Steel and acting chairman, Wang Hsi-Chin. Chairman Tseng Kwei-Sung mentioned the expected healthy development in the steel market under China's 'control and stabilization' policy, predicting a stable and upward trend in the steel industry. The meeting also saw the approval of a cash dividend of 0.1 NTD per share and the election of four general directors and three independent directors, with a future selection for the position of the chairman.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
In an exclusive report on June 26, 2024, at 5:35 a.m., New Taipei's 3rd wave of illegal employers list was released, with Ubus appearing on the list for the 9th time. A total of 334 violating employers were fined a sum of 19.52 million NT dollars for violations of labor laws. The most severe violations were related to unpaid overtime pay, lack of proper record-keeping of work hours, and failure to provide special leave for employees.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
In China, a man who had been having an affair for three years with a woman named Wang resorted to poisoning her with drugs in fear of his family being destroyed when Wang demanded he marry her or she would expose their extramarital affair. After the woman's body was found in a hotel room, the man was identified as the culprit through CCTV footage and was sentenced to death, with a two-year reprieve, for intentional murder. The man was also ordered to compensate the woman's family with over 70,000 RMB (approximately 31,000 NTD).
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Sushi Express has launched new eel dishes, 'Egg Yolk Sauce Eel Beef' and 'Seared Cheese Pear Eel', available for only 19 days. Additionally, to celebrate 10 years of Sushi Express, all stores in Taiwan are offering a 9% discount without a spending limit. The summer menu features eel-themed items promoted as a source of vitality during the heat, with options like 'Spicy Miso Tuna Fin', 'Softshell Crab Spider Roll', and 'Crispy Eel Pepper Sesame Noodles'. In conjunction with the game 'Genshin Impact', Sushi Express offers a series of keychains starting July 1st as an additional purchase. Meanwhile, Taiwan Sushi will be offering a 10% discount promotion until June 27th, with no spending limit or usage restrictions, treating customers to delicious sushi.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
After over a month of investigation, the case of a man, surnamed Hung, who attacked individuals on a Taiwan metro, has been concluded and he is now being prosecuted for attempted murder and public intimidation. The prosecution pointed to Hung's dissatisfaction with society as the motive for the attack, with his desire to gain national attention driving his actions. Despite his father's apologies on his behalf, the 20-year-old Hung will have to take responsibility for his actions as an adult.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Both Nvidia and Broadcom recently announced 10-for-1 stock splits due to their surging shares driven by the demand from artificial intelligence (AI) customers. With analysts predicting the AI market to grow to over $1 trillion by the end of the decade, and both companies showing strong growth prospects, the decision between investing in Nvidia or Broadcom becomes challenging. Nvidia specializes in top-performing GPUs for AI tasks and aims to lead in sovereign AI, while Broadcom excels in networking products with significant growth in AI datacenters. However, considering price, valuation, and future earnings potential, Broadcom emerges as a more favorable choice at its current trading levels.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
In the Taipei foreign exchange market, the New Taiwan Dollar closed at 32.554 against the US Dollar on June 26, depreciating by 1.11 cents, with a total trading volume of 24.7 billion US dollars between Taipei and Yuan Taiforeign exchange markets. Despite the Taiwan stock market returning above 23000 and closing at 22986 with a 110-point increase, the New Taiwan Dollar disconnected from the stock market and depreciated by 1.1 cents at the close, with a trading volume of 24.7 billion, marking the largest in nearly a month. Exporters selling off currency for the end of the quarter and foreign capital outflows contributed to the depreciation despite the rise in the stock market.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Julie McFadden, a hospice nurse from California, shared on YouTube the most surprising things people experience before passing away, including the fact that the auditory system in the brain is the last to shut down, allowing patients to hear their loved ones' final words. She also mentioned phenomena like 'deathbed phenomenon' where patients see deceased loved ones, 'terminal lucidity' where terminally ill patients suddenly gain energy, and how dehydration can help a person die more peacefully by preventing swelling and difficulty in breathing. Julie aims to provide comfort and knowledge about end-of-life care through her insights.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
LINE is offering 6 adorable and practical sticker packs for free for a limited time, including chubby otters, meow-meow cats, and a special French bulldog - 'Fun and Laughter 36th Bullet Exclusive Special Edition' that can be used permanently. Whether you're a dog or cat person, there's something for everyone to enjoy and chat with friends using these stickers. Don't miss out on this opportunity to download these stickers and have fun expressing yourselves!
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
In a Sohu Horoscope column, three zodiac signs are highlighted for their ability to play with emotions in relationships. Geminis are known for their flirting skills and tendency to not invest fully in one person. Cancers are dubbed the 'god of backup plans' and tend to keep many options open while single. Sagittarians are portrayed as having difficulties in committing to one person and are accused of not taking relationships seriously. The article reminds readers that everyone deserves to be treated well in relationships and advises against entering into relationships if one cannot meet that standard.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Nicole Kidman shared a romantic photo on her 18th wedding anniversary with husband Keith Urban, showing her lying barefoot in a colorful jumpsuit revealing her slender and beautiful legs, while Keith sits beside her playing the guitar. Many celebrity friends like Naomi Watts and Rita Wilson sent their congratulations. Having been married to Tom Cruise in the past, Kidman is now happily married to Urban since 2006, regularly sharing sweet photos on their anniversary, with Kidman expressing her deep love for Urban in interviews.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
中天新闻网报道，桃园市在6月26日下午3时19分遭遇大停电，影响了22421户，造成福安变电所饲线全线停电，同时影响了下游的荣华变电所。台电立即派员赴现场巡查，并分段转供，使得半小时后92%的用户恢复电力，下午4时27分全数恢复。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
林柏宏在《都市懼集》記者會中透露小時候遇到變態在公園脫褲，曾沛慈則被問路者突然暴露身體，仍有陰影。另外，謝麗金在打工回家路上遇到跟蹤者裸露導致尖叫，引發注意後者才離開。
Source: COM
Reported 11 months ago
In the EU-China tariff dispute, German car manufacturers, including Volkswagen, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz, have a significant interest in the Chinese market, with potential impacts on their profits if China retaliates with tariffs. Despite limited exports to China in terms of quantity, German manufacturers mainly sell high-end models there. For instance, Volkswagen is the market leader in China, with 35% of its total sales coming from there in 2023. Porsche, not locally produced in China, could be most affected by retaliatory tariffs, while Mercedes-Benz has about 36% of its total sales in the Chinese market. BMW, on the other hand, sold over 825,000 cars in China in 2023, with potential losses if EU tariffs affect their exported models.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
During the CSBC Corporation shareholders' meeting on June 26, 2024, former naval advisor Guo Xi confronted Chairman Zheng Wenlong, accusing him of causing significant stock losses, promoting his mistress to a subsidiary's general manager, and mismanaging the company. Zheng denied the allegations and stated that he would take legal action against Guo. The heated exchange surprised small shareholders, with one commenting that it was the most intense meeting they had ever witnessed.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
During the Taiwan Ship shareholders' meeting on June 26, former naval consultant Guo Xi confronted Chairman Zheng Wenlong, accusing him of losing 3.5 times the capital since taking office and demanding his resignation. Guo also alleged that Zheng promoted a 'mistress' to be the general manager of a subsidiary, causing consecutive huge losses in the company. Both parties exchanged heated arguments, with the situation described as the most intense ever by small shareholders present. Zheng stated that he would sue for all false accusations made against him and the company by Guo.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Taiwan's Minister of Economic Affairs Guo Zhihui pointed out that while there is high demand for AI investment in Taiwan, there is a lack of interest in investing in power plants including nuclear, solar, wind, and thermal plants. Guo emphasized the importance of meeting the increasing electricity demand due to the upcoming AI boom between 2025 and 2028, assuring that Taiwan's power supply can meet the demand until 2030. However, he expressed the need to ensure there is enough electricity to accommodate potential investors, mentioning that some companies with large power needs might consider setting up their own power plants in Taiwan.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
On June 23, Wei Chuan Dragons pitcher Lu Wei-cheng completed his final professional appearance at a game in Tainan and announced his retirement due to career plans. Coach Yeh Jun-chang revealed that he only received the news 2-3 weeks prior and initially thought it was not serious. However, after understanding the reasons, he gave his blessings. Lu suffered a recurring waist injury this year, leading to his decision to retire. Coach Yeh expressed his regret but understood Lu's situation, providing support for his future endeavors in his family's business.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
On June 25th, the Uni-President Lions clinched the first half season championship in the CPBL after facing some setbacks. Coach Lin Yueh-Ping created an emoji package saying 'Let's do it' to motivate the players. Additionally, veteran player Chen Yung-Chi encouraged his younger teammates, who were experiencing their first championship victory, by treating them to a visit to a local 7-11 store. The Lions secured the title after defeating the Rakuten Monkeys, with pitcher Lin Chia-Wei making a crucial catch in the 9th inning.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Chipotle进行的首次股票拆分是纽约证券交易所历史上最大的之一。股东们将会注意到这一变化，使股票更容易接触普通投资者。Chipotle CFO Jack Hartung表示，这将让股票更“容易被我们的员工以及更广泛的投资者所接触”。股东们将在6月18日市场收盘时拥有的股票每股获得额外49股。周三市场开盘后，股票将在拆分后交易，即每股3,283.04美元的股票将交易为每股约65.66美元。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
The issue of giving up courtesy seats has sparked discussion again, with instances of seniors pressuring younger passengers to give up their seats. A woman shared her experience of being asked by another passenger to give up her seat for an elderly person, leaving her puzzled if she should also give up her seat in the regular seating area. The incident has raised questions about extending courtesy seat etiquette to regular seats, drawing various opinions from netizens on the matter.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
This article discusses the extreme heatwave in summer, causing temperatures to soar, leading many people to struggle to breathe. It explains the types of heat-related illnesses, including heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and heatstroke. It also highlights the severe consequences of heatstroke and lists 11 groups most susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Prevention tips are provided, such as avoiding high temperatures, staying hydrated, and monitoring one's health condition. Immediate actions to take when encountering a suspected heat-related illness are also outlined, emphasizing the importance of moving the individual to a cool place and seeking medical help promptly.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A traveler recently visited Toyama, Japan and was surprised to find hardly any tourists in the area, sparking discussions online about the beauty of the destination. Many praised the peaceful and friendly environment, with locals expressing excitement at encountering foreign visitors. Despite plans to attract more tourists with new routes, the traveler found Toyama to be exceptionally beautiful yet lacking in tourist crowds, leaving them curious about the whereabouts of Taiwanese tourists in the area.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
On June 26, 2024, at 5:30 AM, ahead of the Executive Yuan meeting on June 27, the draft of the 'National Language Research and Development Center Establishment Act' will be passed, creating a legal entity dedicated to the research and preservation of national languages. This center will cover languages such as Mandarin, Hakka, indigenous languages, sign language, Taiwanese Hokkien, and more, conducting foundational research and building language archives. The initiative has long been proposed by linguistic experts, especially due to the significant decline of Taiwanese language in the past 20 years compared to other local languages. The establishment of this center will advance language preservation efforts beyond what the Ministry of Culture has handled previously, representing a crucial step in language conservation.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
ETF 00940 by Yuanta Taiwan High Dividend Yield will announce the confirmed dividend amount on July 9th. The ex-dividend date is on July 11th, with July 10th as the last day for buying to participate in the dividend distribution on August 1st. Yuanta Investment Trust indicated a growth in investors and issued units, reaching a scale of 188.3 billion, with dividend mainly from dividend income based on the current net asset value of 10.23 on June 26th. Despite facing challenges after listing, recent performance has brought satisfaction to investors, especially large holders eagerly anticipating the upcoming dividend announcement.
Source: YAHOO