Reported 8 months ago
The Ministry of Economic Affairs announced that Minister Guo Zhihui will lead a delegation of business leaders to visit the United States starting from June 21. They will participate in the SelectUSA Investment Summit organized by the U.S. Department of Commerce and engage in exchanges with important American companies and associations. This visit aims to convey the new government's policy concepts, deepen Taiwan-U.S. economic and trade relations, encourage American investments in Taiwan, and promote partnerships in the supply chain. Minister Guo, who has been in office for just over a month, plans to guide Taiwanese industries into the U.S. market and establish overseas production zones. The Ministry will continue to assist businesses in expanding into key markets and strengthen partnerships with American supply chain partners.
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Reported 8 months ago
Nvidia stock has seen a 174% increase in 2024, causing its market capitalization to rise from $1.2 trillion to $3.3 trillion. This surge has outpaced the S&P 500, leading to a significant underperformance for the average S&P 500 stock and some investors. Despite concerns about overvaluation, Nvidia's price-to-earnings ratio remains favorable, and the company continues to show growth potential. The market reaction to artificial intelligence (AI) technology has been compared to the dot-com bubble but analyses show a different scenario. While S&P 500 is richly valued, AI is expected to have a significant impact on the market in the future. Investors are advised to learn from the Nvidia situation and consider diversified investment strategies to mitigate similar challenges in the future.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, (G)I-DLE's Taiwanese member Shuhua returned to Taiwan for an endorsement event and attended a birthday celebration for the daughter of actress Chia Ching-Wen. However, a group photo from the event stirred controversy on Chinese social media, with Shuhua labeled as a pro-Taiwan independence artist and calls for her removal from the group. This outrage led to Taiwanese netizens expressing frustration over the situation, mentioning the treatment of Chou Tzu-yu in the past due to her Taiwanese nationality. Criticism towards Shuhua escalated on Weibo with calls for her removal and even led to demands for her agency, Cube Entertainment, to stop recruiting Taiwanese talents.
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Reported 8 months ago
Stonehenge, a famous landmark in the UK, was vandalized by two environmental activists from the organization 'Just Stop Oil' who sprayed paint on the ancient site. The activists were arrested by the police, with a video showing their actions. The group urges the UK government to gradually stop oil and gas extraction by 2030. Despite claiming that the paint used will not damage the monument, reactions to the incident from UK Prime Minister Sunak and opposition leader Starmer were condemnatory. The protestors, a 21-year-old student from Oxford and a 73-year-old man from Birmingham, were apprehended for damaging the historic site, with the UK Heritage Association expressing deep concern and investigating the extent of the losses caused.
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Reported 8 months ago
A couple in their 50s, using the pretext of 'falling while walking' or 'twisting hands and feet,' filed frequent claims for accident and medical insurance beginning in 2015, fraudulently obtaining a total of 55.04 million yuan from insurance companies until they were arrested. The couple's elaborate scheme involved deliberately falling on public transportation, obtaining apology letters from transportation companies, seeking treatment from traditional Chinese medicine clinics, and then exploiting multiple insurance companies for compensation. The authorities seized evidence including gold bars, traditional Chinese medicine, forged clinic stamps, electronic devices, and properties the couple had acquired with the fraudulent funds.
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Reported 8 months ago
Tonight, the big eater Small Hui will challenge the Guinness World Record for the fastest consumption of bubble milk tea through a live broadcast. Alongside friends and fellow big eaters, she will also lead a live streaming session to introduce exciting discounts and surprises, marking her first post-graduation professional challenge after officially graduating from Dayeh University's Leisure Management Department. This live stream event will also involve a direct challenge to the Guinness World Record as she attempts to finish a 700 ml cup of bubble milk tea in 7 seconds on the spot. Viewers are advised against attempting this feat as Small Hui is a trained professional.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18th, in Nantou County's Ren'ai Township, two hikers attempting to cross Wanda Nanci encountered unexpected strong currents in the stream, leading to one fatality and one injury. One hiker, Mr. Hong, aged 46, was swept away by the water and unfortunately passed away, while the other hiker, Mr. Li, was able to rescue himself but sustained injuries to his left leg. Due to the lack of phone signal in the area, it wasn't until the 19th that emergency services were alerted. After a challenging rescue mission, Mr. Li safely made it down the mountain on June 20th for medical treatment.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, Nationalist Party legislators took turns guarding the Legislative Yuan overnight in preparation for the handling of a reconsideration case by the Executive Yuan on parliamentary reform on the following day. The Nationalist Party aimed to prevent any disruptive actions by the Democratic Progressive Party and ensure a smooth voting process. Fu Kun-chi urged DPP's Ko Wen-je to act with integrity and not cause disturbances, emphasizing the importance of order and rational discourse in the parliament. The Nationalist Party stayed vigilant at the entrance to the chamber to protect the orderly conduct of the proceedings, ensuring that tomorrow's vote on the reconsideration case proceeds as planned.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, 00940 stock price continues to rise, with a recent 7-day uptrend and an upcoming dividend event in July attracting interest from over 970,000 investors. The ETF 00940, managed by Yuanta Taiwan, is set to release dividends in July, alongside other ETFs like 0050, 0056, and 00929. If 00940's capital gains are positive and the dividend exceeds 0.03 NT dollars in July, it may achieve a high yield of over 8%. Foreign investors have been discreetly accumulating 00940 shares, owning over 460,000 shares as of last week. In addition, other ETFs like 00944 and 00934 are also gearing up for their first dividend distributions in July, prompting comparisons among investors.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Institute for Quality of Life based in London recently released the 'Happy City Index' report, ranking the world's 250 happiest cities based on various indicators related to residents' quality of life and happiness. Among the top 17 cities with the highest overall scores, all are in Europe, with Taiwan having 3 cities on the list: Taipei at 46th, Kaohsiung at 64th, and Taoyuan at 88th. The study categorized cities into gold, silver, and bronze tiers based on factors like population, governance, environment, economy, and transport mobility. The report also mentioned that happiness is difficult to measure solely by numbers, as many other factors influence one's happiness in different cities.
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Reported 8 months ago
Chipotle Mexican Grill has shown strong performance over the years, with a 110-fold gain and an upcoming 50-for-1 stock split, making it a more appealing choice for investors compared to Cava Group. Chipotle's proven track record, remaining growth potential with plans for expansion, and more favorable valuation when compared to Cava all suggest that investors may be better off selecting Chipotle over Cava Group stock.
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Reported 8 months ago
Two accidents involving Kang Chiao International School's bus at the Xiu Gang Campus occurred between March and May, prompting the New Taipei City Education Bureau to announce a reduction in the number of student admissions by one class for the junior high school division in the 114th academic year. The accidents led to injuries among students, and the school was required to submit a detailed report with improvement measures and prompt corrections by the education bureau for better traffic safety management.
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Reported 8 months ago
A recent report showcases that prominent billionaires are transitioning away from Nvidia and investing in four other Artificial Intelligence (AI) stocks. The shift was revealed in the Form 13F filings, with investors selling Nvidia shares and buying stocks in AI companies. While Nvidia has seen significant growth, concerns about sustainability and competition have led investors to explore alternative AI investments like Broadcom, Salesforce, Amazon, and Apple, which are showing promise in the AI industry.
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Reported 8 months ago
A fire broke out at the well-known chain hot pot restaurant 'Chiba Hot Pot' located on Guohua Road in Miaoli City, causing the almost complete destruction of the 400-ping branch. Despite efforts from firefighters for over four hours, the building turned into ruins with an estimated loss of approximately ten million NTD. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined by the fire investigation team.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, at 5:05 am, Zheng Hongyi confessed on 'News Dig Wow' that he felt immense pressure, leading him to seek psychiatric help. Last year, he temporarily left his 5-year hosting of the political talk show 'Zheng Knew' due to health issues and recently disclosed his past suspicion of having throat cancer. After facing swallowing difficulties and considering family history, he underwent extensive examinations but mental health consultations revealed anxiety disorder as the root cause. Despite initial disbelief, multiple medical confirmations persuaded him to acknowledge his anxiety disorder, not cancer. Zheng Hongyi's health journey was featured on 'News Dig Wow' detailing his medical examinations and diagnosis of anxiety disorder.
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Reported 8 months ago
Michelle Chen and Chen Xiao, once rumored to have marriage problems, sparked controversy when they were caught kissing during a visit to Chen Xiao's ancestor's tomb, despite being previously known for their loving gestures like the iconic 'veil kiss' during their engagement. The alleged marriage issues were brought to light by a Chinese gossip blogger, with claims of Chen Xiao wanting a divorce and the couple not being seen together for months. Despite the speculations, neither Chen Xiao nor Michelle Chen have addressed the rumors directly.
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Reported 8 months ago
The Taiwanese film 'When a Man Falls in Love,' released in 2021, achieved great success, with the leading actors Qiu Ze and Xu Weining becoming a real-life couple. This romantic and heartbreaking love story, based on the South Korean original 'Something About 1 Percent,' was adapted into a Thai version titled 'Falling in Love with Instalments.' The Thai remake starring Bright and Yaya became a box office champion in Thailand, with the film set to premiere in Taiwan in June 2024. Bright, a popular Thai heartthrob, and Yaya, a talented and beautiful Thai-Norwegian actress, lead this romantic film with stunning visuals and a compelling storyline, presenting a new flavor of Thai romance that also addresses local social issues.
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Reported 8 months ago
美國2024年颶風季首個熱帶風暴艾貝托於墨西哥灣沿岸肆虐，已造成至少3人死亡。風暴帶來暴雨，導致部分地區洪水淹沒街道，德州南帕德里島海灘水位上漲，近54號公路部分路段因洪水而封閉。墨西哥新利昂州至少有3名未成年人在熱帶風暴中喪生。當地官方發布洪水警告，呼籲居民避免外出，並針對電力、供水和污水處理系統做了應急處置。
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, the filming of SET Taiwan's new prime-time drama 'Wishlist' began, starring Huang Shaoqi, Jiang Hongen, and Chen Guanlin. Huang Shaoqi, known for his role as the eldest of three friends, shared his weight loss journey of 6 kilograms in a week to prepare for the role. With a disclosed diet menu, the actors face challenges like intense scenes where Huang Shaoqi has to carry a 176-pound Chen Guanlin while fleeing from danger, testing his physical limits. The article also highlights other actors' role preparation details and filming experiences.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of the Interior Dong Jianhong, along with Director of the Institute of Architecture Wang Rongjin and Director of the National Park Administration Chen Maochun, held a press conference. The Ministry of the Interior announced the completion of research and measures for achieving zero emissions in the construction sector by 2050, with public housing leading the way. It's projected that by the end of 2032, the construction of 250,000 public housing units can reduce carbon emissions by approximately 112,300 tons annually. Efforts are being made to update regulations and ensure all new buildings meet energy efficiency standards towards the goal of zero emissions by 2050.
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Reported 8 months ago
During the review of parliamentary reform bills, Green Party legislator Wang Ding-yu accused Blue Party legislator Yeh Yu-jih of suggesting to use police power to suppress the public, leading to a heated exchange in the Legislative Yuan. Yeh clarified that he suggested using police power to protect the Speaker of the Legislature while Wang accused him of suggesting using it to remove legislators from the premises. The conflict escalated with personal attacks and accusations of spreading rumors, showcasing a 5-minute verbal confrontation in front of reporters.
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Reported 8 months ago
In order to ensure that pension payments can cope with price changes and inflation, the Executive Yuan announced that when the cumulative growth rate of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) reaches ±5%, the amounts of labor insurance and public servant insurance pensions will be adjusted accordingly. For example, with a monthly pension of 20,000 yuan, an increase of 5.51% would add 1102 yuan, and an increase of 7.59% would add 1518 yuan. Approximately 910,000 retired workers will benefit from this adjustment and receive it directly in their accounts on June 27. This adjustment represents the largest scale hike since the establishment of the labor insurance pension. Additionally, public servant insurance pensions for the years 2014, 2015, 2019, 2020, and 2021 have also been raised, with an average increase of over 1000 yuan per month for about 12,000 retired private school teachers, as well as retired personnel from the Ministry of Finance and state-owned enterprises under the Ministry of Economic Affairs.
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Reported 8 months ago
Huang Shaoqi, Jiang Hongen, and Chen Wanlin star in the new Eight O'Clock drama 'Wish' on SET Taiwan, portraying three brothers who vow to pursue their dreams in Southeast Asia but encounter the appearance of Ghost King Huo Zhengqi, causing discord over money. The actors faced challenges filming flashback scenes in the mountainous area, with concerns over aging and physical exertion during action scenes. Chen Wanlin notably endured difficulties hanging on a steel wire on a cliff for over 5 hours, reflecting on feeling disoriented after filming. The production also features young and middle-aged character differentiations based on hair styles. Huang Shaoqi's dedication to physical fitness before filming was commended by his co-stars.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, DPP Kaohsiung City Party Chief, Huang Wen-yi, called upon Kaohsiung youths to stand up against the abuse of power in Parliament. Students from National Kaohsiung University voiced their discontent, questioning the shamelessness of blue and white legislators, criticizing their lower quality than university students, specifically mentioning KMT legislators Ke Chih-en and Chen Ching-hui, calling for a withdrawal of the 'false reform, true abuse of power' bill for reconsideration. The Kaohsiung youth feel that the Parliament is deviating from democracy and becoming a dictatorship, disregarding the people's voices, with worries about Taiwan's constitutional system being destroyed and the legislature becoming a 'constitutional monster.'
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 20, 2024, in Tokyo, Japan, the summer heat contributed to a record-breaking increase in ice cream exports, with the total exceeding 608.2 billion yen, marking a 10% increase compared to the previous year. Taiwan played a significant role in this success, becoming Japan's largest overseas ice cream market, accounting for nearly one-third of all exports. The hot weather stimulated ice cream sales, with various companies preparing for another surge in demand as temperatures continue to rise. In addition, the article highlights the popularity of refreshing ice cream products during hot weather, contrasting the strong performance of such items with products with rich or creamy flavors that experienced lower sales growth.
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