Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, Dwight Howard, owner of the Taiwan Wild Horses and TAT League shareholder, announced on social media his plans to recruit more NBA players for the upcoming TAT league games after successfully bringing in DeMarcus Cousins and Quinn Cook. Howard hinted at adding another former Lakers player to the roster, building a team of NBA-caliber players to compete in the TAT Asia Tour Taipei stop on July 26th at the Peace Basketball Gymnasium against teams from the Philippines, Hong Kong, and Macao. Howard aims to provide basketball fans with an exciting game in Taipei.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, at 8:55 AM, reporter Zhuang Qijun from SET News reported that despite the heavy equipment, the children felt they looked cool. Safari School International Exploration School arranged a one-day police experience outdoor teaching activity where over 40 children and their parents visited the Linkou Police Substation. The police warmly greeted the children, teaching them about road safety, identifying and rejecting drugs and scams, introducing the origin and uses of arm shields, allowing the kids to experience police equipment and large motorcycles. The children enthusiastically asked questions and expressed their desire to become police officers in the future. When they visited the detainment room, the atmosphere made the children a bit scared, but the police quickly explained that it's for lawbreakers, emphasizing the importance of being law-abiding. The children happily agreed. The Linkou Police Substation hopes to educate children through fun experiences, instilling self-protection concepts, fostering respect for the law, and encouraging participation in beneficial activities to prevent involvement in inappropriate places and reduce harm.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
A cruise ship rescued 68 migrants and discovered 5 bodies in a traditional fishing boat adrift in the Atlantic Ocean near the Canary Islands. The ship, Insignia, diverted to assist after being alerted by an oil tanker, recovering some of the bodies on board. The migrants were brought aboard the cruise ship, and the rescue operation was carried out amidst challenging weather conditions.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Hertz Global Holdings intends to raise $750 million through a two-part secured notes offering to improve its balance sheet following losses from its electric vehicles venture. The car rental firm will use the proceeds to pay down part of its revolving credit facility and enhance liquidity. Amid weak EV demand, Hertz plans to sell more EVs and expects elevated vehicle depreciation to continue in 2024, projecting a loss of $435 million to $495 million in the second quarter.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
McDonald's will introduce a $5 meal deal starting June 25 at select U.S. locations to entice cost-conscious customers, while Burger King is considering a similar deal. The value meal includes a McDouble or McChicken sandwich, small fries, four-piece Chicken McNuggets, and a small soft drink. McDonald's is also offering 'Free Fries Friday' on their app until 2024. The move comes as fast-food chains adjust their offerings to cater to lower-income groups amid rising menu prices and economic challenges.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
交通部長李孟諺要求台鐵公司今年準點率提升至97%，曝光台鐵誤點原因主要為車輛、號誌、ATP及工程故障等。李孟諺督促台鐵提升設備效能，更新行車控制系統，並引入新科技以提高列車調度效率，確保安全並達成準點率目標。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
莊智淵今年將不參加奧運男單比賽，年僅19歲的高承睿將取而代之。莊智淵表示毫無遺憾，這將是他的最後一屆奧運。林昀儒則希望在今年的奧運中有更好的表現，感受到更大的壓力。台灣桌球代表隊將有新成員加入，團隊實力更為強大，一同朝著獲得獎牌的目標邁進。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Due to heavy rain, multiple landslides occurred on the Suhua Highway section 164k in Chongde on the evening of June 20th. The landslides caused road closures and flooding, restricting traffic to one lane. Fortunately, no casualties were reported, and road maintenance personnel quickly cleared the debris, reopening the road for passage by 7:35 p.m. It was noted that the landslides were mainly mud flows, relatively small in size but thick enough to hinder vehicle passage.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
This article discusses the concept of compounding in dividend investing, highlighting that the real benefits are seen over an extended period like year 10 and beyond. It showcases 10 dividend stocks with growth potential and solid dividends, including AbbVie. The article also mentions a special offer and emphasizes the importance of long-term investment strategies. The Motley Fool provides insights into potential high-return stocks and investment opportunities, encouraging readers to consider their stock advisor service for successful portfolio building.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
ALDI's new Specially Selected pinsas, priced at $5.49 each, are becoming a popular choice among customers due to their unique bubbly and chewy crust, with flavors like pepperoni and caprese. Baked directly on the oven rack at 400°F for just 15 to 20 minutes, these pinsas are a hit with families for their quality and convenience, with some even preferring them over carry-out pizza options.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Taiwan's stock market has been consistently hitting new highs, with yesterday surpassing the 23,000-point mark and continuing the surge today. A financial group's 'National Economic Confidence Survey' for June revealed that a significant 47.3% of the public believes the stock market will continue to rise in the next six months, attributing it to loose monetary policies. Various individual stock prices have soared, and ETFs related to Nvidia and TSMC have also seen increases. Analysts note a bullish trend in the market, suggesting cautious optimism and a focus on high-level thinking despite the market's record-breaking performance.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
CSC held a meeting to discuss steel pricing for July and the third quarter of 2024, noting that global inflation has been cooling down, leading to increased investment and consumer demand. The IMF raised its global GDP growth forecast to 3.2%, with Taiwan benefiting from advancements in AI technology. With the economy rebounding, steel demand is expected to increase, balancing out the tight supply situation. CSC implemented consistent pricing strategies to adapt to market conditions, keeping prices stable for domestic customers.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Legislative Caucus Convenor Ko Chien-ming responded to the reassessment case against the Executive Yuan's controversial Parliament powers reform in a Facebook post. Ko emphasized that even if Chiang Kai-shek were alive, he would not dare to subvert the constitution and engage in blatant pro-communist and pro-China acts. Ko stated that if the reconsideration fails the next day, it signifies the start of a more dangerous phase, prompting 'Do not say impeachment was unexpected!' He criticized the Kuomintang's presence outside the chamber and questioned their motives, calling it a theatrical show aimed at selling out to China. Ko referenced historical and recent incidents to underscore the importance of defending democracy and the constitutional system against potential threats from the KMT and other forces.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
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Reported 8 months ago
The Transportation Safety Committee released an investigation report regarding a serious accident on the Taipei MRT that occurred last year, where a construction crane struck a train car causing 1 death and 15 injuries. The committee made 6 recommendations for improvement and also revealed footage from inside the train car at the time of the incident, urging Taipei MRT to enhance their emergency braking measures. The committee highlighted the need to improve the authorization mechanism and emergency braking procedures, noting that the time taken for a staff member to unlock and press the emergency button was 15 seconds, while the reaction time was only 12 seconds. Recommendations were also made for other entities like construction units to comply with safety regulations, and the labor department to establish guidelines for crane dismantling operations.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
With the summer approaching, overseas travel is on the rise. The article lists essential travel gear, highlighting front-opening and chubby-type luggage for saving space and meeting storage needs. Three summer outfit principles – functionality, lightness, and versatility – are recommended for various activities. Moreover, the exclusive travel essentials collection by New Taiwan New Light and Nobuyoshi Araki is introduced, offering a storage bag and a hard-shell makeup bag for 1,500 SKM Points. The article also showcases recommended outfits and gear for different weather conditions and activities while traveling.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, the Democratic Progressive Party held a 'Anti-Authority, Protect Democracy' event at their Nantou County party headquarters. Legislator Lo Meiling criticized the rushed law amendment process where there was no substantial discussion. The Nationalist Party legislator Ma Wenjun accused the Democratic Progressive Party of initiating a rumor mill to obstruct reform and urged public support for parliamentary reform. The Legislative Yuan is set to vote on the parliamentary reform reconsideration case on the 21st.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
江宏恩在三立新台8《願望》中與結拜兄弟黃少祺、陳冠霖為了錢財而反目，笑說近年幾乎成了「反派專業戶」，演反派甚有樂趣，不受觀眾評論影響。黃少祺也認同演反派過癮，並勉勵演出不要害怕被討厭。三兄弟出席發布會，大方分享拍戲趣事。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
FTNN News Network, June 20, 2024, 8:30 AM - The Taiwan stock market index rose by 196.56 points to 23,406.10 points, a 0.85% increase. According to data from the stock exchange, foreign capital bought 22.709 billion NT dollars more today, with the top purchased stock being Foxconn, acquiring 33,000 shares and seeing a 7.14% price increase. Another stock, Wistron, was also heavily bought by foreign investors with a total of 37,900 shares over three days, resulting in only a small 1.78% price increase, prompting netizens to remark on its minimal gain despite the significant purchase. The top ten stocks favored by foreign capital included eight technology stocks and two financial stocks.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
The article discusses the growth prospects of Eli Lilly, despite its high valuation. The company has been experiencing strong growth due to the success of new drugs like Zepbound and Mounjaro. Moreover, there is anticipation for the approval of donanemab, an early Alzheimer's treatment that could potentially become a blockbuster drug. Analysts have been increasing their price targets for Eli Lilly, recognizing the potential of its promising products in generating long-term growth and high earnings. With a market capitalization approaching $1 trillion, Eli Lilly is seen as a strong investment with excellent fundamentals and potential for significant gains in various markets.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
President Lai Ching-te met with the Beitou Girls' High School flag team heading to Canada for an art and cultural performance, praising their accomplishments and wishing them success at the Taipei-Calgary Arts and Culture Festival and the Calgary Stampede. During the event, Secretary-General Pan Meng-an humorously recalled that President Lai once asked him about his high school days, prompting shared laughter. The Beitou Girls' High School flag team, known for their outstanding performances, was commended for their dedication and achievements at both national and international levels.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
McDonald’s is launching a limited-time $5 Meal Deal in US locations starting June 25, featuring a McDouble cheeseburger or McChicken sandwich, small fries, 4-piece chicken nuggets, and a small drink. The fast food chain aims to boost sales and attract cost-conscious customers amidst concerns of rising prices. Competitors like Burger King and Wendy’s have also introduced similar meal deals in response. Despite concerns over price increases, McDonald’s president Joe Erlinger clarified that the average cost of a Big Mac has only risen from $4.39 in 2019 to $5.29, a 21% increase. The company is focusing on offering affordable prices to meet customer demands during challenging times.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Rapper Travis Scott, also known as Jacques Webster, was arrested in South Beach on trespassing and disorderly intoxication charges after being involved in a yacht incident at Miami Beach Marina. The arrest report stated there was no physical altercation, and Scott's attorney clarified it was a misunderstanding. Scott was released on $650 bond and expressed his reaction on social media. Read more for updates on the situation.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
A kind woman in New York saved a baby fox hit by a car, who seemed close to death. The woman contacted Arctic Fox Daily Wildlife Rescue, which specializes in rescuing wild animals. Despite severe injuries and malnourishment, the rescued fox showed signs of improvement after receiving care and medication. The ultimate goal is to rehabilitate the fox and prepare it for a return to the wild, highlighting the importance of contacting wildlife rescues for injured animals.
Source: YAHOO