Reported 8 months ago
On June 19, 2024, Cai Guo'an, a fraudster who posed as the wives of Duterte and Xiao Wanchang, faced the second trial without expressing an opinion on his sentence. Cai, an unlicensed accountant and head of a firm, masterminded fraudulent investment schemes, collecting over 3.6 billion, with the second trial increasing his sentence to 14 years and 2 months. Cai defended his innocence by claiming to have repaid 3.9 billion and argued against being a flight risk due to his children in Australia, fearing they would be disgraced if he fled.
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Reported 8 months ago
The European Union is expected to reprimand France for violating the bloc's deficit and debt regulations, potentially leading to fines and complicating the upcoming legislative elections. France's deficit exceeded the 3% threshold, with debt around 111% of GDP, limiting the next government's fiscal policies. The reprimand comes as France faces economic challenges and political uncertainties, with implications for future relations with the EU and financial markets.
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Reported 8 months ago
A former Madewell employee turned fashion enthusiast shares the top 10 items worth grabbing from Madewell's new summer collection, featuring linen pants, summer dresses, sandals, stylish tops, and chic accessories. The collection includes pieces like vintage-inspired sundresses, denim shorts, slip skirts, leather flip-flops, and more, all priced under $200.
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Reported 8 months ago
Jim Ratcliffe, billionaire and head of Ineos Group, criticizes Europe's chemical industry as being in turmoil due to high energy costs and carbon prices, making production uneconomic compared to regions like Asia and the US. He notes a significant decline in Europe's chemical production capacity since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with closures and cuts affecting major companies like BASF SE and Exxon Mobil Corp. Ratcliffe emphasizes the need to reduce energy costs and regulatory burdens to maintain competitiveness and calls for the EU to support the industry. Although there are some investments being made, overall closures are expected to surpass new additions, and the UK industry is also facing significant challenges according to Ratcliffe.
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Reported 8 months ago
《彭博社》報導，這周瑞士國家銀行的決定將再次成為一場懸念，讓人緊張不安，即官員是否會降息或守舊。許多經濟學家對結果持不同意見，然而隨著加拿大和歐元區本月初的初始降息，瑞士可能會成為第一個終止其寬鬆週期的全球十大最活躍貨幣司的成員。無論官員的決定是什麼，他們的沈默只是令投資者前途更加不明朗的一個因素。
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, at 11:59 PM, it was revealed that the Parliament Reform Reconsideration vote is set for the 21st. 'Bluebirds' and 'Blue Hawks' will gather for street interviews on Yahoo TV's 'Taiwan Trend.' The interviews discovered that many people are either unaware or have heard but are unclear about the details.
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Reported 8 months ago
Taiwan's stock market continues to reach new highs with the influence of strong performance from the U.S stock market and NVIDIA's surge, as it surpasses 23100 and reaches 23180. Semiconductor giants such as TSMC, MediaTek, and Hon Hai (Foxconn) are leading the charge, pushing the electronics sector to shine. TSMC's stock price surged over 2.5% to around 967 NTD, while MediaTek surpassed 1480 NTD with a more than 5% increase. With TSMC and MediaTek's strong performance, it is anticipated that Taiwan's stock market will have 19 members in the 'Thousand Stocks Club', and potentially break through 450 stocks priced above 100 NTD.
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Reported 8 months ago
As the Taiwan stock market has been performing well recently, with many funds seeing over 2000% growth, 112 funds have hit new net asset value highs, benefiting 450,000 investors. Top-performing funds like Cathay Marathon, Fubon Horizon, and Allianz Taiwan Technology have been leading the pack. Market experts suggest active stock selection as the market fluctuates, with a focus on tech stocks and AI-related companies. Overall, the outlook for the Taiwan stock market remains positive, with the economy recovering and demand increasing in both tech and traditional industries.
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Reported 8 months ago
In response to the trending topic of Starlux's stock price surge, expert analyst 许博杰 commented on the strong performance post-shareholders' meeting, labeling Starlux as a meme stock driven by Chairman 张国炜's statements about surpassing competitors in the future despite the current accumulated losses. He acknowledged the lack of solid fundamentals supporting the stock's surge and advised caution, indicating that the price may return to the previous trading range of around 30 to 32 NTD.
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Reported 8 months ago
In Changhua County, a man in his 40s surnamed Huang was found dead in a mummified state at home, with his hands missing. Following a forensic examination, the Changhua District Prosecutors' Office closed the case as 'cause of death unknown', leading to dissatisfaction from the family. The prosecutor's office clarified that while the death certificate did not specify the cause of death, the case has not been closed yet. The family found the circumstances of Huang's death strange, but the prosecutor's office is actively investigating and collecting evidence in response to their queries.
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Reported 8 months ago
In Hokkaido, Japan, the Naitai Kogen Pasture has become a popular tourist destination known for its vast expanse and sustainable livestock farming. The pasture, with over 2,000 cows grazing on its 1,700-hectare grounds, offers close interactions with the cows and breathtaking views of the Tokachi Plains and Akankan Mountains. Visitors can enjoy dairy products from the region, including fresh milk from the region's largest dairy industry area, Tokachi, known for its high self-sufficiency rate in food production. The pasture also features a scenic terrace at an altitude of about 800 meters for visitors to observe the picturesque landscape throughout the seasons, as well as offering farm-fresh ice cream and various dairy-themed products for purchase.
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Reported 8 months ago
As the COVID-19 pandemic enters the endemic phase, Taiwan's CDC reported 623 new severe local cases and 38 deaths last week, a 90% increase from the previous week. The KP.2 and KP.3 variants are on the rise, with infectious disease expert Huang Kao-pin warning that their transmission ability is 1.2 times higher than before. The infection rate and death toll are nearing a doubling, prompting calls for expedited vaccination to mitigate risks, especially as the summer break approaches, potentially accelerating virus spread. Huang also warns about the increased transmission in the younger population, emphasizing the importance of vaccination, mask-wearing, and hand hygiene to protect against the more transmissible variants.
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Reported 8 months ago
在洋基對金鶯的比賽中，金鶯球員拉許曼在二壘被牽制時撲回二壘，不慎撞到鼻子，當場噴血，比賽因此暫停。儘管造成鼻血，拉許曼仍繼續比賽，貢獻雙安，但金鶯最終以4比2輸球給洋基。
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Reported 8 months ago
大谷翔平在本季擊出第20支全壘打，飛行距離達476英尺，成為大聯盟本季最遠的一發全壘打。這支全壘打讓他與歐蘇納並列國家聯盟全壘打王，距離大聯盟全壘打王賈吉只差6支。
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Reported 8 months ago
34歲男星王柏傑因酒駕事件被警方移送士林地檢署，表示深感抱歉並取消所有行程進行反省。北影對其酒駕行為表示遺憾，取消他的頒獎資格并下架相關影片資料。王柏傑的女友謝欣穎也將受罰，兩人皆表示將依法配合，呼籲大眾不要飲酒後開車。
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Reported 8 months ago
藝人王柏傑昨日下午酒駕撞遊覽車，今凌晨交保，被揭遭竹聯幫毆打後又因酒再惹事。王柏傑遭反酒後鬧事曝光，曾與柯佳嬿分手主因為酗酒失控，導致女方提分手，王柏傑更崩潰自殘，外界稱之為「恐怖情人」。去年三月，王柏傑還因酗酒與友人修杰楷遭竹聯幫起衝突，被裁罰違法行為。
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Reported 8 months ago
A flight attendant expressed discomfort at parents bringing a crying infant into business class, sacrificing the rest and comfort of other passengers. The attendant mentioned the challenges parents face in caring for infants in the private and personalized space of business class, as well as the impact on other passengers' travel experience. The incident sparked a discussion online regarding the balance between individual comfort and consideration for fellow passengers in such situations.
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Reported 8 months ago
Wang Bokai, the award-winning actor who won Best Actor at the Taipei Film Festival last year, was reported to have been arrested for drunk driving after colliding with a tour bus. His agency and girlfriend, Xie Xinying, have both issued responses to the incident. Wang Bokai has been ordered to pay bail and has been removed from upcoming public appearances. The Taipei Film Festival has also expressed regret over his actions and has removed him from their events. Xie Xinying's car was reportedly the vehicle involved in the incident, and she may face legal consequences as well.
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Reported 8 months ago
A man and woman in Chiayi were caught on surveillance camera engaging in indecent exposure next to a claw machine, using a cardboard box for privacy. Ignoring the public setting and concerns of being seen, they proceeded with their actions, which included using two fans to cool off in the heat. The police are investigating the couple for public indecency, as they were found near a convenience store and a tutoring center in the early hours of the morning. Netizens expressed shock and disbelief at the couple's behavior.
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Reported 8 months ago
A recent survey conducted by Mirror Media reveals satisfaction levels with legislators from different political parties in Taiwan, with DPP legislators leading at 47.0%, followed by KMT at 32.4% and New Power Party at 30.4%. Public dissatisfaction was highest with KMT legislators, followed by NPP and then DPP. Trust in political party leaders was also polled, with Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai leading at 36.2%. DPP garnered 41.0% support, the highest since January, while KMT had 22.3% and NPP dropped to 17.1%. The survey was conducted by Mirror Media in collaboration with Dadi Research from June 16 to 17 among adults aged 20 and above in Taiwan and Fujian.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, at 11:55 PM, reporters Liao Pinjun and Chen Junjie from SET News reported that this Friday (the 21st), the Legislative Yuan will vote on the parliamentary empowerment Act review proposed by the Executive Yuan. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Legislative Caucus revealed the Kuomintang's (KMT) 'call to arms,' stating that the KMT's Hsinchu County branch mobilized veterans to visit the Legislative Yuan on the 21st, followed by a 'half-day tour' to the Cihu Mausoleum & Residence, contrasting the spontaneous gathering of the DPP supporters. The mobilization by the KMT made people more curious about the showdown outside on that day.
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Reported 8 months ago
Kuomintang legislator Weng Hsiao-ling criticized President Lai Ching-te as a traitor to the country, to which Lai responded that society will judge. He countered with the phrase 'the people come first' in response to Weng's previous remarks. Earlier, Weng accused Lai of abandoning Taiwan and giving the Chinese Communist Party a reason to control Taiwan. Lai, however, refrained from commenting on legislators' words and actions as the president, emphasizing that in a democratic society, the people's interests are paramount.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, Legislator Lai Ching-te mentioned that even champion teams need time to gel during a press conference in Taiwan. The Parliament is set to vote on bills, but reports indicate that there are still coordination issues between the cabinet and the ruling party, described as an 'alien cabinet.' Despite this, President Lai expressed confidence in the future cooperation between both sides, emphasizing the need for time for harmony, much like a championship-winning team requires time to mesh.
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Reported 8 months ago
Entertainment Center/Song Ting-Yi reported that social media influencer Ella Elsa has been actively buying properties in recent years, purchasing a pre-sale house at Icon Siam in Bangkok earlier this year and seizing every opportunity to view properties while transiting in Thailand. Now, Ella Elsa revealed on social media that she is taking real estate courses and expressing her ambition not only to become a real estate agent herself but also to train assistant agents, showcasing her expertise in the real estate sector. Despite facing challenges in the field, Ella Elsa, after completing an eight-hour legal regulation course, couldn't help but admire the blue sky outside. Ella Elsa, who announced her breakup with badminton player Lu Chieh-Yang in April, seems to be embracing single life and enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle, busy with activities every day, expressing her lack of understanding towards loneliness fears.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, Instagram influencer 'Dixie's boyfriend was exposed for running an illegal casino in Taipei's Da'an District. In response to being involved in the controversy, Dixie clarified on Instagram that she had no connection to the casino incident and does not support illegal gambling activities. The illegal casino bust caused a stir, prompting Dixie to speak out through IG, emphasizing her non-involvement in any gambling operations.
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