Reported 11 months ago
Ford Motor Company has turned its once-weak commercial business into a major strength with Ford Pro outpacing its traditional vehicle business. Ford Pro's impressive growth and profitability, driven by increased production of Super Duty trucks and Transit vans, have significantly boosted the company's earnings. The commercial division's success, fueled by software services subscriptions and expansion into Europe, is seen as a core strength amidst struggles in Ford's electric-vehicle division. Ford Pro's achievements have garnered awards and demonstrate a promising outlook for the business.
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Reported 11 months ago
In response to the questioning from the Kuomintang caucus about the extension of the Mailiao Power Plant and its relation to the decommissioning of nuclear reactor Unit 3, Taipower explained that with new units coming online, the power supply capacity still exceeds peak demand. Taipower emphasized that the extension of Unit 1 at Mailiao Power Plant was not due to a power shortage, but rather a result of the operator contacting Taipower in May to make up for the unissued electricity due to unforeseeable circumstances, not related to the decommissioning of nuclear reactor Unit 3.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, the Ministry of Transportation's Highway and Railway Safety Administration Director, Huang Yun-Gui, led a team to evaluate the results of Keelung City's implementation of traffic safety improvement measures. According to the Ministry's analysis, Keelung City's accident mortality rate of 8.1 per 100,000 people in the past three years is significantly lower than the average of 17.1 in other counties and cities, marking it the lowest among 8 similar cities. Keelung City government attributes this success to their efforts in promoting pedestrian-friendly policies, such as creating green pedestrian crossings at 107 intersections, implementing early pedestrian signals at 60 intersections, and posting green footprints at 194 covered walkways to ensure pedestrian safety and maintain walkways clear. These initiatives have led to various accident data indicators far below target values, demonstrating the visible results of creating a safe commuting environment. The city government plans to continue implementing pedestrian-friendly policies and improving road safety measures to make Keelung a safe, friendly, and convenient city for all.
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Reported 11 months ago
In a legislative session on June 21, the Kuomintang and People First Party in the Taiwanese parliament jointly rejected the parliamentary reform bill with a vote of 62 to 51. President Lai Ching-te announced on June 24 that he would file a constitutional interpretation case and seek temporary measures, warning opposition parties not to act hastily before the result. Former legislator Guo Zheng-liang criticized Lai Ching-te's move as implying the constitutional interpretation would pass and condemned his 'poor taste.' Lai Ching-te argued that recent amendments to laws violated the Constitution's power separation and oversight provisions and signed them into law, pledging to protect the constitutional order by petitioning the constitutional court for interpretation and temporary measures.
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Reported 11 months ago
A wife shared on Dcard that her husband criticized her financial skills, regretting not buying TSMC stocks when they were valued at 300K each, potentially earning 300K more than buying a house. Netizens supported the wife's decision to prioritize home investment and called out the husband for blaming her after the fact, emphasizing the uncertainty of the future and the unfairness of his anger.
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Reported 11 months ago
A man in Changhua created a disturbance in a clothing store by spitting pearls on the floor after a female employee advised him not to use a circulating fan to cool down by lifting his shirt. The man was subsequently asked to clean up the mess with wet wipes, but reacted angrily by kicking the fan and making rude remarks before the store called the police. The man's behavior was deemed disruptive, and he may face legal consequences for his actions. The incident serves as a reminder not to replicate such inappropriate behavior.
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Reported 11 months ago
McDonald's, one of the fast-food giants with iconic yellow M logos globally, has a unique blue M store in Sedona, Arizona, USA. When this branch opened in 1993 respecting local regulations, it opted for a turquoise blue color to blend with the sky and surroundings, making it a tourist attraction known as the 'Turquoise McDonald’s.' The unusual color scheme, including on cups and packaging, has attracted visitors despite concerns about appetite impact. Overall, the 'Turquoise McDonald’s' stands out as a special landmark due to its distinctive colors and harmonious integration with the landscape.
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Reported 11 months ago
An American student studying at Tsinghua University drowned in a swimming accident at Sail Rock in Kenting, Taiwan, after going swimming with 9 other foreign visitors. Despite rescue efforts, the 22-year-old male student did not survive and was pronounced dead at the Hengchun Tourist Hospital. The National Park Management Office had previously raised red flags to warn of dangerous currents in the area, emphasizing the importance of obeying safety regulations. Tsinghua University expressed sadness over the incident and stated that they would assist in contacting the student's family and making necessary arrangements. Both local and international organizations are providing support in handling the situation.
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Reported 11 months ago
A well-known domestic major appliance company recently uploaded several photos on Facebook showing young female employees dressed as maids celebrating the boss's birthday, sparking controversy and prompting many netizens to boycott the company's products. The Facebook post has since been deleted. The female employees were reportedly forced to wear maid costumes for the event without prior notice, causing discomfort among some of them. The company released a statement explaining that the outfits were chosen as an alternative to butler uniforms due to the employees' preferences, leading to a dispute over the appropriateness and handling of the situation.
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Reported 11 months ago
KMT legislator Loshar Chiang revealed that the Justice Ministry revised the 'Communications Supervision Protection Act', allowing law enforcement to access public internet traffic data without notifying the individuals involved. The estimated cost for this access is 10.8 billion NT dollars per year. Chiang criticized the lack of transparency in the process and questioned the justification for the high budget, pointing out the potential privacy and human rights issues involved.
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Reported 11 months ago
Ahead of Micron Technology's fiscal third-quarter earnings report, analysts have revisited the company's stock price targets. The memory-chip maker has seen significant year-to-date gains and market value growth, with a key price target upgrade from a top Wall Street analyst. Micron's high-bandwidth-memory (HBM) chips are playing a vital role in the AI-investment surge, and the company's revenue from HBM is expected to boost overall gross margins starting in the fiscal third quarter. Analysts are optimistic about Micron's performance, with price targets raised by Citigroup and Baird analysts, highlighting the potential for strong sales and profit margins, particularly in the AI sector.
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Reported 11 months ago
Fu Kun-chi, the chief whip of the Kuomintang caucus, mentioned that the new law governing National Assembly powers would take effect on Wednesday. He plans to discuss with the People First Party caucus to invite President Lai Ching-te to deliver the State of the Nation Address in accordance with the law. Fu stated that the State of the Nation Address is eagerly awaited by the public and is essential for the nation's development, allowing for clarification and benefiting the country through constructive discussions.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, China's Taiwan Affairs Office has announced a severe crackdown on 'Taiwan independence advocates,' with the most severe punishment possibly being the death penalty, equating advocating for Taiwan's membership in international organizations to causing national division. Amid this, DPP legislator Lin Chu-yin criticized the arrangement of the 'Assisting Taiwan's UN Membership' agenda by the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, which was spearheaded by KMT legislator Ma Wenjun, potentially leading to her being labeled a Taiwan independence advocate by China. The situation highlights the tensions between Taiwan and China due to participation in international organizations, with accusations of 'state-splitting' and severe punishments being threatened by the CCP.
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Reported 11 months ago
United News Network reported on June 24, 2024, at 8:36 am that at 7:45 pm, the Central Weather Bureau issued an immediate thunderstorm warning for Hualien County, lasting until 8:45 pm, reminding the public to be cautious of heavy rain, lightning strikes, flash floods, rockfalls, landslides, and low visibility in low-lying areas. In the evening, scattered rockfalls were reported at 163.4 kilometers along the Su-Hua Highway, with mudslides at 163.9 kilometers. Images showed the severe thunderstorm warning and the rockfalls along the highway.
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Reported 11 months ago
MIKA, a dog from Changhua who went missing on June 22, was reunited with its family after being found in a field in Xiushui Township. The owner had offered a reward of 300,000 NT dollars for anyone who could help locate MIKA. The dog, who had been missing for 4 days, was identified by the owner and taken back home. MIKA, a timid and older dog, had captured the hearts of many who shared the search post on social media until the happy ending finally arrived.
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Reported 11 months ago
Taiwan's Premier Chao Rong-tai chaired the 'Executive Yuan's 3rd Public Security Meeting of the 113th year' for the first time, emphasizing the need to tackle the high incidence of fraud by strengthening both the prevention at the source and the crackdown. Chao also urged the police to enhance efforts against youth crime groups and gang members. He highlighted the importance of maintaining public safety and boosting the country's international image through effective crime prevention measures and emphasized the government's commitment to safeguarding the well-being of children and teenagers.
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Reported 11 months ago
柯文哲在宣講活動提到黃國昌在過去12年沒有變，時事評論員周偉航指出，柯文哲已無法掩蓋無法壓制黃國昌的事實。周偉航認為柯文哲僅剩一個作用，即為黃國昌未來提供建議。黃國昌近年依然忠於初衷，但柯文哲對其言行也充滿疑慮。
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Reported 11 months ago
金智媛在首爾見面會上展現出色的唱功和舞蹈技巧，粉絲讚譽她如「行走CD」，甚至曾準備以歌手出道。在過去的表演中也展現出卓越的演藝天賦，引發網友對於她音樂才華的熱烈討論和讚賞。
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Reported 11 months ago
於巴黎舉行的第二輪直接談話中，Sri Lanka官員和全球投資者預計將就債券重組120億美元達成協議。 債權人將繼續就政府的新提議進行談判，意味著這些談話受市場敏感性的暫時交易限制所覆蓋。 此事情進展迅速至關重要，因為該國計劃在10月中舉行總統選舉，並需要與債權人和雙邊貸款人達成協議以繼續獲得國際貨幣基金組織的援助。
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Reported 11 months ago
Thomas Brodie-Sangster, known for The Maze Runner, recently married his long-time girlfriend, Talulah Riley in a beautiful ceremony in England on June 22. The couple's wedding photos were shared by The Sun, showcasing their attire and romantic exit in a carriage. Talulah Riley, born in 1985, is an actress recognized for her roles in Pride and Prejudice and other projects. Their relationship history includes meeting on the set of Pistol, making their romance public in 2022, and eventually getting engaged after two years of dating, following Riley's previous marriage to Elon Musk.
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Reported 11 months ago
Dr. Su Yifeng, a chest physician, suggests that the current resurgence of COVID-19 may be due to the relaxation of mask-wearing after coexisting with the virus, combined with the discomfort of wearing masks in hot summer weather. Surprisingly, respiratory viruses that peak in winter are now rampant in summer, resulting in many elderly patients being hospitalized for treatment. Ear, nose, and throat specialist Dr. Chang Yihao also noted a surge in patients with flu-like symptoms in clinics, unusual for summer when patient numbers usually decrease by about 30% compared to winter. Both flu and COVID-19 symptoms share similarities, making it necessary to use rapid tests for accurate diagnosis. Treatments for confirmed cases include antiviral medications for COVID-19 and flu, with the need for physician-guided flu testing since over-the-counter rapid tests are not available for influenza.
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Reported 11 months ago
Taiwanese police in Taichung took a soft approach to law enforcement by first informing and then taking action to tackle the issue of illegal roadside stalls at the popular Nan Tun Market. By conducting meetings with the vendors' self-governing association before enforcement, and through a three-month process, the number of fines dropped significantly from 68 in the second half of 2023 to only 3 in the first half of 2024. The cooperative effort resulted in a cleaner and more orderly market environment, benefiting both vendors and the public.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 24, 2024, Nationalist Party legislator Wu Zongxian, after previously stating that part of the bill expanding parliamentary powers was unconstitutional, later retracted his statement defending his party's bill as unlikely to be unconstitutional, sparking criticism. Democratic Progressive Party legislator Lin Junxian accused Wu of blaming any constitutional violations on Huang Guochang and criticized Wu for seemingly abandoning ship quickly. President Lai Ching-te applied for constitutional interpretation and provisional dispositions after the bill faced rejection in the Legislative Yuan. Lin also pointed out discrepancies in Wu's stance, highlighting the tension between the two parties amidst the ongoing debate.
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Reported 11 months ago
Fans have been curious about Erin Krakow's dating life, and it's been revealed that she is currently in a romantic relationship with her 'When Calls the Heart' co-star Ben Rosenbaum. The couple made their relationship public in February 2024 on Instagram, sharing photos together. Ben Rosenbaum is 37 years old, known for his role in the same series. Speculation about their relationship started when they introduced their adopted puppy, Willoughby, on social media. Since then, they have been sharing moments of their relationship online.
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Reported 11 months ago
大馬歌手黃明志近日談到台灣和馬來西亞女生在床上的不同，指出馬來西亞女生比較真誠，她爽就會直接表達；而台灣女生則以哭的方式反應，讓他感到困惑。黃明志也推出了客家版《漂向北方》歌曲，特邀馬來西亞客家歌手張少林合作演唱。
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