Reported 8 months ago
As the summer arrives and temperatures soar above 30 degrees Celsius across Taiwan, many people rely on air conditioning to cool down at home. Recently, a netizen was shocked to find their air conditioner spraying ice cubes in the middle of the night, causing it to suddenly stop cooling. Upon investigation, they discovered a block of ice inside the air conditioner, leading to a sense of helplessness. The post sparked discussions among netizens, with some humorously suggesting that it was an ice maker and offering maintenance advice.
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Reported 8 months ago
Premier Zuo Rongtai, who marks one month in office today, emphasizes that coordinating efforts can promote policies benefiting the people and country. Stressing the importance of unity between the government and citizens, he encourages open communication and collaboration from the central to local levels. Zuo has been active on social media platforms to engage with the public and integrate their feedback into policy discussions. Additionally, he has personally overseen efforts against crime, disaster recovery, and community development, ensuring proactive and innovative solutions are provided. Looking ahead, Zuo aims to address immediate challenges while fostering long-term national development through cooperation and sustainable practices.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, the Taiwan Stock Market opened low but closed high with an increase of 196.56 points, ending at 23,406.10 points, up by 0.85%. According to the exchange's chip movement data, the three major financial institutions bought NT$210.84 billion and sold NT$179.44 billion, totaling a net purchase of NT$31.397 billion. Among the top stocks sold off by institutional investors was Shin Kong Financial Holding, with over 15,000 shares unloaded, followed by the AI PC concept stock Acer, which was sold off over 8,000 shares for the third consecutive time. Despite this, Acer's stock price rose by 0.05 NT to NT$47.95, a 0.1% increase. Netizens jokingly commented about the situation, saying 'Didn't deceive much this time.'
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Reported 8 months ago
Kendrick Lamar performed his Drake diss track 'Not Like Us' five times at a star-studded L.A. concert, with surprise guest Dr. Dre introducing the track. The fiery performance at the Juneteenth celebration brought together musicians from historically feuding sections of South Los Angeles and highlighted tensions between Lamar and Drake, featuring lyrics referencing underage girls and Drake’s album 'October's Very Own.' The concert was hailed as a 'cultural moment' for unity in the city.
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Reported 8 months ago
Recently on the social media platform Threads, there has been a trend among young people to raise hamsters. Sharing cute and soothing photos of hamsters and golden hamsters has encouraged more people to try, but with this trend comes an increase in issues of abandonment and improper care. The article provides basic knowledge on hamster care, emphasizing the importance of starting from zero to properly and humanely care for the little hamsters.
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Reported 8 months ago
MicroStrategy purchased around $786 million worth of Bitcoin using the funds raised from selling convertible notes. The company bought a total of 11,931 Bitcoin between April 27 and June 19, marking their third-largest Bitcoin acquisition. MicroStrategy has been utilizing the debt market to increase their cryptocurrency holdings, spending over $2.4 billion on Bitcoin in 2024 alone. This has boosted their total Bitcoin holdings to 226,331, valued at approximately $14.9 billion, resulting in an 80% paper gain on their investments.
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Reported 8 months ago
Legendary actor Donald Sutherland, known for his roles in iconic films like 'The Hunger Games,' has passed away at the age of 88. His son, Kiefer Sutherland, confirmed the sad news on Instagram, praising his father for a life well lived with a career spanning over seven decades. Donald Sutherland's impressive legacy includes honors such as a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Officer of the Order of Canada, and an Academy Honorary Award.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, at 9:26 a.m., TSMC announced that it has repurchased 295 shares of its own stock, totaling 287 million New Taiwan dollars, with an average repurchase price of 975.53 yuan, setting a new record for company repurchases; accumulating a total of 1479 shares repurchased, 45.52% execution rate, with a total amount of 1.398 billion New Taiwan dollars, and 1770 shares remaining to be repurchased. TSMC has been repurchasing its own treasury stocks at nearly 3 billion New Taiwan dollars for the past three trading days, with a total purchase amount of 1.398327 billion New Taiwan dollars since June 6. TSMC's stock closed at 981 yuan today, with a market value maintained at 25.44 trillion yuan. Foreign investors sold 8939 shares. TSMC also announced a stock cancellation for restricting employee rights, completing the registration of changes in paid-in capital, with realized capital reduced to 259,336,292,420 New Taiwan dollars after stock cancellation, while the number of outstanding shares and net asset value per share remained unchanged.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to United Daily News, amidst the Central Bank's mild measures against housing speculation, there are eight pre-sale projects exceeding 10 billion set to launch in the second half of this year. These upcoming projects include developments in Taipei City's Nangang District, Wenshan District, New Taipei City's Zhonghe District, and Taoyuan City, among others, with one project in Nangang possibly surpassing a billion in value. Market analysts expect these projects to influence pricing trends in their respective regions.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Labor Department reported a decrease in initial claims for unemployment benefits in the latest week, but the overall number of people on benefits rolls was the highest since January, indicating a cooling job market in the U.S. The housing market also continues to struggle due to high interest rates set by the Federal Reserve, with housing starts falling to the lowest levels in about four years. The Fed's stringent policies have kept borrowing costs high for home purchases, leading to a decline in both housing starts and permits for future construction projects.
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Reported 8 months ago
Li Zisen and Du Xintian, known as 'Sen Tian CP,' recently crossed over from singers to hosts, co-hosting the show 'Variety Brilliant' with others. During an interview with TVBS, they discussed their first recording experience, with Du Xintian admitting to being 'responsible for smiling,' sparking arguments and debates with Li Zisen. Their close relationship in music collaboration was highlighted, with Du Xintian revealing she once dated a younger man, causing a stir. The duo's dynamic chemistry and interactions have earned them the nickname 'Sen Tian CP.'
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Reported 8 months ago
During the press conference for the new drama 'Wish' on June 20, Jaime Hsiao, Joseph Chang, and Chen Kuan-Lin discussed their roles in the series. Hsiao shared his weight loss journey, dropping from 82kg to 76kg in preparation for the show. He also complimented Chang's muscular physique, joking about the difference between their youthful and middle-aged appearances. The trio, all over 50 years old, reminisced about the first episode being a throwback to 30 years ago. Hsiao also praised Chang's fighting skills and discussed the challenges of playing antagonistic roles. The cast also shared anecdotes from filming, with Hsiao joking about Chang's well-built body and their co-stars' dedication to their roles.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Ministry of Labor's TDC Talent Center in Gaoping, Pingtung, and Taitung is working with enterprises to enhance talent development systems in the digital transformation era, providing expert consultations and customized guidance services to build systematic talent cultivation systems with a focus on sustainable operation. One example is Joli Movers in Kaohsiung, which, after utilizing TDC's services, successfully transformed its moving industry by digitizing expertise, emphasizing efficient system learning for employees, and achieving a 97% employee retention rate. The company's success highlights the importance of utilizing government resources like TDC to enhance talent development systems and maintain long-term competitiveness.
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Reported 8 months ago
民團號召青鳥連續3天重返立法院行動第2天，活動於晚間9點05分結束，明日將進行國會改革覆議案表決，主辦單位號召10萬人再現街頭，活動結束前已有8千人到場。律師賴中強表示策略不同，不再要求全面動員，呼籲支持者明天再見。
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Reported 8 months ago
Japanese singer Ado, known for her 'faceless' persona, announced a special handshake event for her upcoming album '殘夢'. However, the official explanation of the 'box handshake' method to protect Ado's identity drew laughter from fans and netizens. Despite maintaining her mysterious image, Ado has gained immense popularity and success in the music industry since her debut in 2020, with her recent collaboration with popular manga 'Demon Slayer' and successful solo concert at Japan's National Stadium.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, during the review of the second day of the Parliament Reform Reconsideration at the Legislative Yuan, several citizen groups advocating against parliamentary abuse of power continued to gather outside the parliament with increasing crowds in the evening. The organizers announced around 9 p.m. that the crowd had reached 8,000 people and urged everyone to come and protect Taiwan tomorrow. Various citizen groups have been holding activities and forums around the Legislative Yuan from the 19th to the 21st to oppose parliamentary abuse and uphold democratic principles. With the vote on the Parliament Reform Reconsideration set for the 21st, citizens have been actively supervising since the 19th, emphasizing rejection of democratic regression and highlighting the importance of transparent and consensus-based legislative processes.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 19, marking one month since President Lai Ching-te's inauguration, he set up three committees for 'National Climate Change Response,' 'National Defense Resilience,' and 'Promotion of Healthy Taiwan.' Former legislator Guo Zhengliang believes this move signifies Lai's attempt to expand power and reflects his lack of trust in agency heads. Speculations question Lai's focus on elections rather than governance, criticizing the absence of significant policies or achievements during his term so far. Concerns are raised about the decision-making decentralization involved in the committee setup.
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Reported 8 months ago
The issue of priority seating, particularly the courtesy seats, in Metro Taipei has sparked controversy recently. Psychiatrist Shen Zhengnan emphasized the importance of priority order, stating that even if you are tired and need to sit down, if an elderly person needs the seat, you must give it up because their need surpasses yours. He criticized the confusion in the interpretation of priority seating by Taipei Metro and stressed the significance of following the priority sequence, emphasizing that elderly, weak, women, and children should come first. Shen also pointed out the need to clearly define priority standards to avoid disputes and ensure proper seat allocation.
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Reported 8 months ago
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite are likely to open at record highs following the Juneteenth market holiday, with Nvidia surpassing Microsoft as the most valuable company, contributing to the tech-driven market rally. The Bank of England maintains interest rates, while the Swiss National Bank cuts rates for the second time in 2024, prompting speculation on when the US Federal Reserve will make rate cuts. Additionally, the US Department of Labor reports higher-than-expected jobless claims, with 238,000 Americans filing for new unemployment benefits last week, while US housing starts and building permits come in below expectations.
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Reported 8 months ago
Hertz Global Holdings Inc. increased a junk-bond sale from $750 million to $1 billion to improve its financial position after setbacks with its electric vehicle fleet. The company priced $750 million of first-lien secured notes at 12.625% and is also selling $250 million of second-lien exchangeable notes. The firm received commitments from investors to purchase the bonds. The proceeds will be used to pay down debt and accelerate a planned fleet refresh.
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Reported 8 months ago
EU officials in Brussels have signed a new round of sanctions targeting Russia, specifically focusing on the lucrative liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry. These measures aim to prevent Russia from obtaining key technology and further reduce Russia's energy revenue, also touching upon shadow fleets and shadow banking networks linked to Putin abroad. This marks the 14th round of sanctions since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022 and includes restrictions on the transit of Russian LNG through European ports but not on EU countries purchasing Russian LNG. The sanctions also aim to curb Russian military support by restricting trade with Chinese companies aiding Russia, alongside limitations on political parties, think tanks, and media institutions receiving Russian funding. German pressure softened certain restrictions in the sanctions package proposed by the EU Commission in May, delaying the consensus agreement. The EU is also targeting the use of the SPFS banking information system by Moscow to bypass SWIFT after being cut off due to sanctions.
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Reported 8 months ago
A roundup of economic data released on Thursday shows that weekly jobless claims in the U.S. surpassed estimates with a slight increase, housing starts fell by 5.5% month-over-month to an annualized rate of 1.27 million, and building permits dropped to a seasonally adjusted rate of 1.386 million in May. Additionally, the Philadelphia Federal Reserve's general activity index declined by 3 points to 1.3 in June, signaling decreased business outlook. Treasury yields increased, the U.S. Dollar Index rose by 0.3%, and futures on major U.S. equity indices traded higher during premarket following the data releases.
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Reported 8 months ago
The summer solstice falls on June 21st and marks the longest day and shortest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. In addition to dietary advice, fortune-telling expert Teacher Xiao Meng shares 6 taboos to observe and a lucky charm involving 95 dollars for good luck. Taboos include not shaving your head, avoiding hot places, refraining from cursing others, avoiding drastic temperature changes, not consuming ice-cold drinks, and not wearing too much red due to the hot weather. The lucky charm involves placing 95 dollars in a bowl under the midday sun for 10 minutes for a financial boost.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, Premier Su Tseng-chang of Taiwan's Executive Yuan announced on Facebook the one-month progress report of his cabinet, emphasizing the implementation of the 'Five Strikes and Seven Securities,' acceleration of post-earthquake reconstruction in Hualien, and promotion of the National Hope Project. Through active engagement with the community and close coordination between the government and citizens, Su aims to address immediate issues while focusing on the long-term development of the country. Su personally oversees efforts to combat fraud, support disaster recovery in Hualien, and execute various policies to enhance public safety, rebuild communities, and advance sustainable practices.
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Reported 8 months ago
In a recent development, 336 Taiwan Railway employees were penalized for not working during Lunar New Year as they had not consented to work on the holiday beforehand. The Taiwan Railway Company deemed their absence as unauthorized and inappropriate, leading to disciplinary action. The industrial union filed a lawsuit against the Ministry of Labor for unfair labor practices, and after winning partially in the lower court and having the decision overturned by the Supreme Administrative Court, they finally secured a victory in the Taipei High Administrative Court. The court ruled that the company's actions did not align with labor laws and that the employees' rights should be upheld. The Ministry of Labor is now required to reconsider its decision based on the court's ruling.
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