Reported 8 months ago
The 40-year-old Singaporean goalkeeper Hassan Sunny became a hero in mainland China after his outstanding performance against the Thai team indirectly helped China advance to the World Cup 18 round by allowing fewer goals. Chinese fans praised Sunny as a new idol, visiting his food shop and even donating money. Despite some online criticism, many fans expressed gratitude for Sunny's dedication and spirit, with some even calling him 'dad' or 'god.'
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Reported 8 months ago
Nineteen-year-old table tennis player Tsai Cheng-jui has secured a spot as Taiwan's male singles representative for the 2024 Paris Olympics, defeating his mentor, Zhuang Zhiyuan. Tsai expressed his happiness at qualifying for the Olympics four years earlier than expected, and he is looking forward to potentially facing the legendary Chinese player Ma Long, who has accumulated five gold medals in his Olympic career and hinted that Paris 2024 might be his last appearance. Tsai's rapid rise in the table tennis world includes various titles and rankings, with him surpassing his mentor to earn the spot for this year's Olympics.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, Chuan Chih-Yuan, known as the 'Father of Table Tennis' in Taiwan, is set to compete in his 6th Olympic Games, but this time only in the team event as his apprentice, Kao Cheng-Ray, has a higher world ranking for singles. Despite missing out on the singles event, Chuan remains composed, acknowledging their mentor-student relationship by saying 'Whether he plays or I play, it's the same.' Chuan started his Olympic journey in Athens 2004 and has not missed a Games since, achieving a 4th place in London 2012. While he may not participate in singles this time, Chuan is fully focused on the team event and believes in Cheng-Ray's potential to surpass him in the future.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, at 7:40 AM, reporters Wang Jiaheng and Xu Zhaowei from Set News in Taipei reported that some unethical individuals collaborate with traditional Chinese medicine practitioners to create fake medical records, allowing the public to fraudulently claim insurance compensation. By exploiting loopholes in the system, they purposely stage falls or injuries to deceive insurance companies. This news sheds light on how people in Taiwan's affinity for traditional Chinese medicine is manipulated for fraudulent insurance claims.
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Reported 8 months ago
The S&P 500 Index is facing challenges as fewer stocks participate in the rally with many hitting one-month lows, signaling weakness in market breadth and growing uncertainty. The market's performance heavily relies on big tech companies like Apple and Nvidia, while the rest of the index struggles. This imbalance between tech giants and other stocks is raising concerns about the sustainability of the current market rally.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Opera House introduced four programs suitable for families during a press conference titled 'Artistic Good Friends,' including 'Fusion World - Celebrating the Song and Dance' by meeting the Joanna Latin Jazz Band, the 20th-anniversary production of the parent-child musical 'Green Ghost Good Friends: Fight! Momotaro!!!,' the youth dance theater 'White Ⅲ' by Pure White Studio Dance Lab, and the Broadway musical 'The Wizard of Oz' authorized by Andersen and Mozart. The Deputy Director of the Opera House, Wang Hong, highlighted the importance of family-friendly programs suitable for all ages and the special bond created by experiencing live performances with children during summer, awakening the innocent child within every adult.
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Reported 8 months ago
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi led a bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers to meet with the exiled spiritual leader, Dalai Lama, in India, where she highlighted the U.S. House of Representatives' recent passing of a bill supporting Tibetan self-determination and even taunted Chinese President Xi Jinping, stating that he will disappear sooner or later. Meanwhile, China's President Xi Jinping emphasized the Communist Party's absolute leadership over the military and the implementation of new military strategies during a political work conference in Yan'an, as tensions rise between the U.S. and China over Tibet, seen as a potential spark for future conflict.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Taiwan News Association issued a statement and appeal, alleging that the Kuomintang and People Party's joint amendment of the Satellite Broadcasting and Television Law includes a 'retrospective clause' allowing previously taken-down TV stations to operate until an administrative lawsuit judgment is final. In response, the People Party caucus clarified that the cooperative promotion of the law amendment by blue and white is not true, emphasizing that the amendment should not apply retroactively and should not cater to specific cases. They oppose extending license terms indefinitely as it could eliminate the mechanism for eliminating low-quality media, thus not supporting proposals containing such clauses. The caucus calls for transparency through disclosures on ownership, procurement, subsidies, and advertising income to enhance public information transparency and ensure journalistic independence.
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Reported 8 months ago
Former President Chen Shui-bian was accused of money laundering in a case involving ex-101 Chairman Chen Min-xun buying officials in Taipei. Due to health reasons, the Taipei District Court halted the trial in May 2015, and recently ruled that the statute of limitations for prosecuting Chen Shui-bian for money laundering had expired on September 25, 2024. The case dated back to 2004 when Chen Min-xun bought a $1 million Taiwan Bank note in the name of Chen Qin-wen and transferred the money to Switzerland through various accounts. Chen Shui-bian and the couple received the money and allegedly pressured to appoint Chen Min-xun to various positions. Despite Chen Shui-bian's absence in court due to illness, the court deemed the statute of limitations completed and pronounced him not guilty without further debate.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, the stock market saw the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indexes slip from record highs earlier in the session as Nvidia's surge paused. While the S&P 500 briefly reached 5,500 for the first time, it eventually lost around 0.2%, and the Nasdaq Composite dropped almost 0.8%. In contrast, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by about 0.7%. Nvidia's stock, which had experienced a significant surge, saw a dip of over 3% on that day, despite still being up more than 170% for the year. Global central banks, such as the Swiss National Bank and Bank of England, were also in focus during the day's trading. Additionally, energy-related stocks experienced gains, with oil prices rising and energy sector ETFs performing well.
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Reported 8 months ago
苗栗市國華路的千葉火鍋店在清晨4點發生火災，一度控制不住並演變成第二次火災，整間400坪店面全部燒毀。消防人員進入調查時發現殘火，引燃了第二波火災，導致整間店變成廢墟，損失破千萬。消防局出動18台消防車及近60消防員救援，最終沒有人傷亡，但店家估計修復時間將拖得更長。
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Reported 8 months ago
European Union ambassadors have agreed on a new series of substantial sanctions as a response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The sanctions, expected to be endorsed by EU foreign ministers, include measures to deny Russia access to key technologies, cut off energy revenues, and target Putin's networks abroad. The sanctions will focus on Russian liquid natural gas imports, making it more challenging to transport. The package also involves freezing assets and imposing travel bans on over 100 officials and entities, with Putin, Lavrov, and oligarchs among them.
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Reported 8 months ago
In Malaysia, a man forgot to lock his car doors and was horrified to discover two pieces of feces on the backseat when he returned to his vehicle at a local mall recently. The incident received attention online after the man shared his experience on social media, sparking discussions among netizens. Security personnel had locked the car suspecting theft, which led to the man finding the unpleasant surprise. Despite requesting CCTV footage from the security, he was advised to report to the police for access but chose to return home instead.
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Reported 8 months ago
經濟部長郭智輝重申台灣「沒有缺電」，並宣布自7月起將逐月公開下半年度的電力供需狀況，包括每月電量、用電量等細節，以讓民眾安心。另外，台電將公布至12月的電力供需狀況，包含如何達成280萬瓩的備轉容量。郭智輝也澄清轉發政論節目內容不代表個人意見，並承諾未來轉發會更謹慎。
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Reported 8 months ago
When Sun Anzuo's agent Zhu Yiming was released on bail, he mentioned that Sun Anzuo is kind and considerate but likes weapons, expressing his desire to advocate for the legalization of firearms so Sun can pursue his interests freely. However, a passerby, claiming to be Sun Anzuo's mother's friend, warned Zhu not to influence Sun negatively. Zhu clarified he did not assault the police during the incident that led to his arrest and expressed his support for various controversial issues, including the legalization of marijuana, sex work, and firearms, believing they are unfairly stigmatized. He also shared details about an upcoming event organized by Sun involving showcasing self-developed weapons, emphasizing that they would not harm anyone.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Bank of England has decided to keep interest rates at 5.25%, the highest level in 16 years, ahead of the election, despite inflation hitting its 2% target. This marks the seventh consecutive meeting that the MPC has opted to maintain rates, with concerns about price rises in the services sector. Analysts predict a rate cut in August once the election results are clear, with expectations of two cuts by the end of the year and a reduction to 3% next year due to falling inflation.
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Reported 8 months ago
A serious car accident occurred in Kinmen near noon, where a black van scraped a scooter before speeding away, then suspected of having a flat tire, lost control, crashed into a wall and other vehicles, instantly catching fire. Fortunately, the investigating team leader witnessed the entire incident, initially intending to catch the driver but ended up rescuing them. The driver sustained severe injuries and was later sent to Taiwan for treatment. The police are investigating the case for hit-and-run and negligence causing injury offenses.
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Reported 8 months ago
Nvidia's performance has propelled the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 towards record highs, making Nvidia the most valuable US company, surpassing Microsoft. Market focus is on the Federal Reserve's impending interest rate cut, as the Swiss National Bank enacts its second cut and US housing and initial jobless claims data are analyzed. Yahoo Finance trending tickers include Super Micro Computer, Dell, and Soundhound AI. Notable guests on the show include representatives from J.P. Morgan, Pulte Capital, Deutsche Bank, Candle Media, and Subway.
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Reported 8 months ago
Beijing authorities recently claimed that Chinese maritime police have the right to board and inspect foreign ships in their claimed jurisdictional waters, even detaining foreign nationals. Subsequently, Chinese maritime police surrounded and boarded Philippine ships in the South China Sea, even using force to seize firearms and supplies. This violent escalation has sparked strong protests from the Philippines and the U.S., with urgent dialogues between the two countries' foreign ministers. Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, who visited Malaysia on Wednesday, tried to engage in large-scale economic cooperation and investment to garner support amid the South China Sea debate. Despite Malaysia's support for economic cooperation, they remain firm on peaceful resolutions and adherence to international law on South China Sea issues.
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Reported 8 months ago
CPBL's Wei Chuan Dragons relief pitcher Chang Ching-Yu, with MLB experience, has been struggling in the bullpen recently with negative thoughts affecting his performance. The head coach Yeh Chun-Chang intends to send him down to the farm team to increase his playing time to help him overcome mental challenges. In contrast, pitcher Tsao Yu-Chi, recovering from surgery, has shown promise in the farm team games, and Yeh believes he could become a starting pitcher in the second half of the season with his pitch count gradually increasing. Yeh is optimistic about Tsao's progress while addressing Chang's current struggles in the CPBL.
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Reported 8 months ago
Many people consider buffets as a great option for celebrating special occasions like birthdays. However, a female netizen was shocked when she suggested going to a buffet restaurant for her birthday and her boyfriend responded by saying it's for poor people. She ended up going alone, enjoyed her meal peacefully without any interruptions, and even watched a movie afterwards. The incident sparked heated discussions online, with many criticizing the boyfriend's lack of respect and companionship.
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Reported 8 months ago
FTNN News on June 20th reports that the Taiwan Stock Exchange closed with the weighted index up 196.56 points at 23406.1, a 0.85% increase. Foreign and Mainland investors bought shares amounting to 22.709 billion while selling the most shares of banking stock Hua Nan Financial Holding (2880) at 23,214 shares, followed by Evergreen Marine (2618) and Shin Kong Financial Holding (2888) with 17,234 and 16,282 shares respectively. Despite being the only tech stock in the top ten, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. closed flat prompting netizens to comment on their inability to offload the shares. Foreign investors sold the most shares of Hua Nan Financial Holding, followed by Evergreen Marine and Shin Kong Financial Holding. Netizens expressed surprise at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. not being sold, with the top ten sell-off including electronic, industrial, and financial stocks like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Asia Cement Corporation, and China Trust Financial Holding.
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Reported 8 months ago
柯文哲在台北市長任內辦理的雙城論壇因未經台北市議會核銷而產生107萬呆帳，柯文哲的太太陳佩琪表示若收到繳費單立即轉帳支付清債，同時呼籲其他議員遵守規定，提議未來辦雙城論壇由市長自費。
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Reported 8 months ago
Most areas will experience rain tonight, so remember to bring an umbrella when leaving work. The Central Weather Bureau issued a heavy rain special alert for 15 cities and counties due to the vigorous development of afternoon convective cloud systems, leading to short-duration heavy rainfall, with Hualien County's Taian recording nearly 100 millimeters as the highest by early evening today. Pay attention to thunder and strong gusts in mountainous areas, and be cautious of landslides, falling rocks, and surging rivers. Various regions will still see occasional short thunderstorms in the afternoon, with some areas experiencing heavier rain, so be mindful of changing weather conditions.
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