Reported 8 months ago
Taiwan's representative in Japan, Shen Chang-ting, recently experienced his flight being struck by lightning shortly after takeoff, causing a loud explosion outside the aircraft. Shen initially thought of writing a will due to the terrifying experience but later learned that the plane had been hit by lightning and was equipped with lightning rods for protection. His recount of the incident has sparked discussions on social media.
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Reported 8 months ago
Starlux Airlines Chairman Chang Kuo-wei declared at the shareholders' meeting that 2024 would mark their last year of losses and aims to achieve profits in the billions within the year, surpassing China Airlines and EVA Air within a decade. This statement has significantly driven up the stock price, with a 23% increase in two days, exceeding China Airlines' stock price and nearing EVA Air's. Starlux recently signed a contract to purchase A350F cargo planes and anticipates delivery starting in 2027. Despite being the off-season for airlines, their revenue for May 2024 hit a record high of 25.99 billion NTD, with a 52% year-on-year growth rate.
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Reported 8 months ago
During the pineapple season, some pineapples are found to have 'black spots' on the flesh, which some mistake for mold growth or insects. However, experts reassure that these are not harmful and actually indicate sweeter fruit. The 'black spots' are actually seeds that appear more in pineapples from pesticide-free environments with higher chances of bee pollination, making them tastier. The seeds are edible, nutritious, and can be consumed without worry, and dipping them in salt can prevent mouth sores. Many netizens have realized this and expressed gratitude for the clarification, dispelling misconceptions about the fruit.
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Reported 8 months ago
In a fatal car accident in Taibao City, Chiayi County, a 27-year-old police officer collided with a 74-year-old woman who was making a left turn from an outer lane. The woman was hit, thrown to the ground, and pronounced dead after being rushed to the hospital. The details of the accident are still under investigation. The impact of the collision was severe, causing significant damage to both vehicles. While the police officer was unharmed, the woman tragically lost her life at the scene.
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Reported 8 months ago
Defense Minister Gu Li-hsiung confirmed at the Legislative Yuan on June 19, 2024, that a Chinese nuclear submarine had floated through the waters west of the median line between Jinmen and Xiamen and had already left this morning. The submarine, identified as a 'upgraded' Type 094 nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine from China, attracted attention as it surfaced on the channel between Jinmen and Xiamen on June 18. Gu stated that the submarine had been floating along the median line to the west, near the Chinese side, and has now departed. He explained that while closely monitoring the movements of Chinese submarines, the intention of their actions is based on Taiwan's own intelligence assessment and not suitable for public disclosure.
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Reported 8 months ago
Penghu fishermen were surprised to see what appeared to be a Chinese PLA 094-type nuclear submarine surfacing near the median line of the strait on the morning of June 18. A PLA navy ship arrived to support the submarine, and both vessels headed towards the mainland. Former legislator Guo Zhengliang explained that the submarine likely traveled through the Bashi Strait and deemed the Taiwan Strait the safest route to reach the Liaoning base. He clarified that the incident was not targeted at Taiwan, as mainland China considers the Taiwan Strait its internal waters.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, Taiwan's stock market surged as TSMC is rumored to increase prices by more than 5% for its 3-nanometer process, and by over 10% for advanced packaging next year. The index jumped significantly at the opening yesterday to reach a new high of NT$950, leading the weighted index to hit a historical high. Today, the stock market opened impressively with a 255-point increase, reaching around 23,004 points, while TSMC opened at NT$953 and climbed to NT$965. The market continues to perform well.
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Reported 8 months ago
June is full of surprises for Taiwan's stock market as it hit a record high of 23057 points and surpassed 73 trillion in market value. The month witnessed six significant occurrences: hitting a new high at 23057 points, a surge of over 5000 points in less than a year, TSMC's stock price reaching 962, total market value exceeding 73 trillion, a rapid 16.16 trillion increase in market value in less than half a year, and Hon Hai stock reaching 'Guo Taiming retirement price' at 200, hitting a high of 207, representing a 16-year record.
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Reported 8 months ago
MLB legend Willie Mays passed away at the age of 93. Mays played 22 seasons in MLB, winning 12 consecutive Gold Glove Awards, hitting 4 home runs in a single game, and ranking 6th in career home runs. Known as one of the greatest players in history, his former teams the Giants and the Mets announced his peaceful passing at 93. Mays, who became the 10th African American player in MLB history at the age of 20, retired in 1973 and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1979. His most iconic play was 'The Catch' during the 1954 World Series, where he made a remarkable defensive play to secure victory for the Giants over the Indians. Mays, who wore number 24 for most of his career except for 1951 when he wore number 14, has a statue in San Francisco to honor his contributions, and May 24 is designated as Willie Mays Day each year.
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Reported 8 months ago
JLR Taiwan's authorized dealer, Master Win Group, has opened the second flagship showroom and service center in Taichung, Taiwan, with a high investment of 800 million yuan. Located in a prime area in North Taichung, the new center offers branded display spaces and professional service facilities to enhance customer experience for Range Rover, Defender, and Discovery brands. The facility provides a one-stop service including maintenance, aluminum alloy repair, body painting, and car beauty services, with a team of 6 technicians certified by the British original factory.
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Reported 8 months ago
網紅陳沂日前接到大陸伴遊邀約，對方開價人民幣10萬元，陳沂故意加碼到1.1億元，沒想到對方竟然答應並要求過夜。陳沂感嘆詐騙集團的報價隨便喊，提醒大家提高警覺，並分享她加價的原因。
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, during a shareholder meeting, Zhang Guowei, the chairman of Starlux Airlines, declared boldly that the company would surpass China Airlines and EVA Air in profits within 10 years and urged fans (K fans) to buy two shares each to support him. This led to a significant surge in Starlux's stock price, reaching a new high of 33.4 NTD on the same day, up 43.04% from the previous four trading days. The stock price crossed above China Airlines and is on the verge of surpassing EVA Air, stirring excitement among fans who expressed amazement at the airline's rapid rise.
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Reported 8 months ago
According to 3news on June 18, 2024, there will be increased moisture today, leading to unstable weather conditions. Dr. Lin De-en from the Department of Atmospheric Sciences at National Taiwan University mentioned chances of heavy rain in the afternoon in Greater Taipei, northeastern Taiwan, and northern central Taiwan, advising vigilance against short periods of intense rainfall. Additionally, Jia Xinxing, the director of Taiwan Integrated Disaster Prevention Engineering Technology Consulting, warned of a possible tropical disturbance in the South China Sea on the 23rd. It is advised to remain cautious and stay updated on the weather forecast during this period.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, a 67-year-old Taiwanese man surnamed Liao, driving a small truck in Taichung, collided with 2 motorcycle riders due to health issues, then hit 4 parked motorcycles along with an illegally parked truck. This accident caused injuries to 2 riders who were hospitalized. The incident is still under investigation to determine the exact cause of the collision.
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Reported 8 months ago
Female (G)I-DLE member Shuhua made a surprise appearance at actor Ko Chen-Tung's 33rd birthday party, along with other celebrities. Photos of the gathering, including Shuhua, created a buzz online with netizens expressing their amazement at the unexpected combination of guests. Fans were thrilled to see Shuhua at the event, following her low-profile return to Taiwan for a promotional activity the day before.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, the Taiwan Stock Exchange ended with a significant rise as three major institutional investors collectively purchased 191.90 billion Taiwan dollars worth of stocks, with EVA Air (2618) topping the list by buying over 90,000 shares and China Airlines (2610) following with over 41,000 shares. Among the top ten stocks purchased by the institutional investors, seven were financial stocks, two were in traditional industries, and one was in the electronics sector, with all ten stocks having purchase quantities exceeding ten thousand shares.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
根據《鏡新聞》民調，在賴清德政府滿月後，48.5%的民眾對政府滿意，而47.9%對桌榮泰內閣滿意，但有32.1%對賴清德不滿意。在部會首長中，經濟部長郭智輝的滿意度最高，是唯一超過5%的，顯示部長們面臨滿意度挑戰。
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Reported 8 months ago
Legislator Huang Kuo-chang questioned Premier Lai Ching-te's announcement to establish 3 committees focusing on climate change, health in Taiwan, and national defense, emphasizing the issue of power distribution within Taiwan's government structure. The debate over the allocation of authority and oversight mechanisms in a democratic constitutional system is highlighted by the establishment of these committees, according to Huang. He raised concerns over whether decisions regarding initiatives, such as improving healthcare, will be under the control of the Presidential Office committees or the Minister of Health and Welfare, reflecting broader issues within the country's constitutional system.
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Reported 8 months ago
Norinchukin Bank, the largest agricultural bank in Japan, plans to revamp its investment portfolio after facing significant losses from selling around 10 trillion yen ($63 billion) in US and European sovereign bonds. The bank anticipates a net loss of 1.5 trillion yen for the fiscal year ending in March 2025, three times higher than the previous estimate of 500 billion yen. To recover from the losses, the bank intends to gradually divest its foreign bonds, explore collateralized loan obligations and other investment options like domestic and overseas bonds, stocks, and project financing.
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Reported 8 months ago
Ecuador announced on June 18, 2024, that it will suspend a bilateral agreement allowing Chinese nationals to stay visa-free for up to 90 days starting July 1, due to a concerning increase in the number of overstaying Chinese citizens. The Ecuadorian Foreign Ministry stated that the number of Chinese immigrants has surged in recent months, with around 50% of entrants not leaving within the designated timeframe. Over 32,000 Chinese citizens who entered Ecuador between 2023 and 2024 did not register their departure. While no specific destinations were mentioned, some of these individuals used Ecuador as a starting point to reach other countries. China has expressed opposition to all forms of human trafficking, emphasizing its strong stance against it.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 8 months ago
Taipei City police busted an illegal multi-million-dollar gambling den on June 18, 2024, operated by the boyfriend of the million-subscriber YouTuber 'Di Mei' and renowned poker player 'I.C Charlie.' During the raid, influencer 'Super Brother' (Huang Bochao) was also found at the scene but had already left before the search. The elaborate casino, disguised as a bar and featuring busty dealers, was managed by three poker players, including YouTubers 'Di Mei's partner, 'I.C Charlie,' 'Xiao Liu,' and 'Allen Poker.' The police arrested 24 individuals, seized over $630,000 in proceeds, and confiscated gambling chips, accounting books, cash counting machines, surveillance cameras, among other evidence for further investigation.
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Reported 8 months ago
At the South China Life shareholder meeting on June 18, 2024, in a high-interest rate environment, the company saw a 340 billion NT dollar insurance payout last year, with a first-quarter surrender ratio of 60%. Concerns were raised by small shareholders about the impact of high interest rates on reinvestment, introducing AI into underwriting and claims processes, and liquidity. Chairman Yen Chung-yao cited that in the current high-interest rate environment, there are short-term long and short challenges for the insurance industry, but South China Life is still seeing cash inflows without liquidity issues. They have also established a new business unit to utilize AI in risk assessment and assisting frontline staff. Factors like Taiwan-US interest rate spread and inflation pressure have led to a decline in the industry's performance compared to last year. South China Life reported a net profit of 22.1 billion NT dollars last year, with consolidated assets exceeding 5.3 trillion NT dollars and a net worth of 343.9 billion NT dollars. Amid the high interest rates, there is a trend of policy surrenders as funds move towards the stock market and ETFs, with the company recording 75 billion NT dollars in premium income this year and 52 billion NT dollars in surrenders, resulting in a 60% surrender ratio in the first quarter. Yen Chung-yao noted that the expected interest rate cut predicted by the market has shifted lower from 6-7 basis points to 1-2, as the current real interest rates are high and might not be sustainable for the economy. The impact on the insurance industry is multifaceted, with South China Life conducting financial modeling regarding high interest rates. Ultimately, the company is looking to purchase high-interest bonds, provided there is sufficient new money available. They also highlighted their investment strategy, with 70% invested in bonds and an upcoming reinvestment amount of 100 billion NT dollars over the next 3 years. Despite a strong performance in new contract premiums last year, the company's total premium income of 270 billion NT dollars, combined with net investments of 180 billion NT dollars, totaling over 460 billion NT dollars, ensures adequate liquidity.
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Reported 8 months ago
Taiwan's stock market reached over 23,000 points early in the morning, marking a significant increase. Wang Rongxu, the CEO of Mega Securities, mentioned that the market is still bullish on major companies like TSMC, MediaTek, and Foxconn due to the influence of AI, with NVIDIA becoming the world's largest AI market cap. Wang believes that there are no signs of weakness in the Taiwan Stock Market and that investors should pay attention to TSMC's performance. Overall, he suggests following the trend and focusing investment on AI-related companies like TSMC, MediaTek, and Foxconn's subsidiaries and suppliers.
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Reported 8 months ago
As summer approaches, many parents are planning vacations with their children. However, accommodation prices during summer are usually high. Taiwan High-Speed Rail has launched a promotion in collaboration with Caesars and E-Da, offering hotel bookings starting at NT$2500 per night, along with a discount of at least 30% off standard and business class High-Speed Rail tickets from July 1 to September 30. This package deal includes a variety of hotel choices, transportation, and additional perks, making it a cost-effective option for travelers.
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Reported 8 months ago
Sanzhong police in New Taipei City advised a man surnamed He for not properly fastening his helmet while riding a motorcycle, leading to the discovery of a Fendi case containing ketamine. The man was taken in for drug charges. Authorities urged the public to report drug-related activities and emphasized the dangers of drug use. The man's desperate pleas for leniency were to no avail as he was processed for violating drug laws, showcasing the consequences of illegal drug possession.
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