Reported about 1 year ago
A Border Collie on a Montana sheep farm showcased incredible herding skills with minimal effort, successfully keeping a herd of sheep in line without moving a muscle. Despite the dog's relaxed demeanor, the sheep instinctively followed his lead, making the task seem effortless. The viral TikTok video highlights the collie's natural talent for herding, illustrating the fascinating abilities of these intelligent working dogs in guiding livestock. The clip has garnered attention worldwide, drawing amusing comparisons and comments while showcasing the impressive work of herding dogs in the farming industry.
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Reported about 1 year ago
American Airlines and other North American airlines are struggling with a shortage of pilots, exacerbated by the costs of training and mandatory retirements at age 65. In response, airlines have introduced pilot training programs and initiatives to attract talent, such as offering conditional jobs to retired military pilots. However, American Airlines recently suspended its new pilot training until 2025, reflecting the broader challenges facing the industry in hiring and training pilots to meet demand amid changes in the post-pandemic travel landscape.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 30, 2024, around 7 p.m., a tin factory in Wugu District, New Taipei City, caught fire with thick smoke billowing out. Over a hundred firefighters were dispatched to extinguish the fire, and residents in the area were advised to close doors and windows and wear masks when going outside. The fire was contained within the factory premises, estimated to have affected an area of about 500 ping.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to statistics from the Ministry of the Interior, there are over 9 million residential units in Taiwan, with over 50% of them being over 30 years old, totaling to 4.83 million units. The average age of homes in Taiwan is 32 years, but the pace of redevelopment has been slow. An investigative team reported on the situation of old houses post-earthquake, revealing issues such as tilted floors, falling rocks, and relunctance in redeveloping due to low willingness of first-floor tenants, creating dilemmas between rental profits and public safety.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the morning of June 30, 2024, at 8:58 am, a motorbike fell onto the tracks at Nuannuan Station in Keelung, Taiwan. A man surnamed Su visited a friend living on the hill next to the train station and accidentally fell onto the tracks while leaving in the afternoon, causing a collision with the Taiwan Railways Express train 432, leading to a halt. Despite only sustaining minor injuries, Su was investigated for endangering public safety. Residents speculate that Su may face substantial fines and compensation, possibly spending the rest of his life repaying.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Renowned South Korean romance film director Huh Jin-ho presented his latest work 'The Dinner' at the closing film of the Taipei Film Festival, showcasing his past collaborations with numerous Hallyu stars. From working with popular actors such as Lee Young-ae and Kim Hee-ae to revealing anecdotes from his films like 'April Snow' and 'Boomerang Family,' Huh Jin-ho shared insights on his filmmaking journey and expressed interest in future collaborations with actors like So Ji-sub and Kwai Lun-mei.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Space Pioneer（太空先锋）称其正在研发的天龙-3火箭的第一级在测试过程中由于结构故障从发射台脱离并坠落在中国中部的巩义市山区。该火箭部分散落在“安全区域”内，但引发了当地火灾，官方称火灾已被扑灭且无人员受伤。天龙-3是Space Pioneer研发的部分可重复使用的两级火箭，由于结构故障导致其在测试中出现意外飞行并坠毁在测试场外属于罕见现象。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On April 3, 2024, Taiwan experienced its largest-scale earthquake in 25 years since the 921 earthquake, raising concerns about the lack of resources and manpower dedicated to monitoring active faults. TVBS investigative team examines the challenges and dangers faced in fault exploration, highlighting issues such as insufficient budget allocation, failure to designate geological sensitive areas like the mountain foothill fault in Taipei and New Taipei, and the risks posed by seismic activities in the southern region. The article emphasizes the importance of proper fault investigation and delineation of sensitive areas to mitigate disaster risks in Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Wu Nianting, a talented player who previously played in Japan, is set to make his debut for the Taiwan Steel Eagles on July 1st. Before the joining ceremony on June 30th, Wu interacted with the players and coaching staff, noting the lively nature of his younger teammates and expressing his willingness to learn from them. Wu, who was recently drafted by the Steel Eagles, shared his positive attitude towards transitioning from playing abroad to the CPBL and emphasized the importance of maintaining training discipline in the new environment. As a seasoned player, Wu looks forward to contributing to the team's growth and aiming for the championship alongside his young teammates.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Zhongzheng Police Department successfully apprehended a 76-year-old man named Cheng for stealing a brown backpack containing $5,400 in cash, a phone, and keys from a restaurant counter when no one was around. After reviewing surveillance footage, Cheng was identified and brought in for questioning. Following the investigation by prosecutors, Cheng was sentenced to 3 months in prison for theft. The case highlights the importance of addressing economic issues and social care for the elderly, urging society to provide assistance to prevent similar crimes. Original Source: Zhongzheng Police Department.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As a heat wave drives up power demand this summer, Dominion Energy, NextEra Energy, and Duke Energy are highlighted as top dividend stocks to invest in. These companies are expected to benefit from the increasing electrification of transportation, growth in power-hungry data centers, and rising electricity prices. Dominion Energy offers a high yield and growth potential with its focus on electric utility business and data center markets. NextEra Energy benefits from its solar energy operations and expects strong earnings growth, while Duke Energy anticipates steady rate base expansion and dividend growth. Investing in these stocks could be a way to capitalize on the surging power demand in the market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
36-year-old Taiwanese mountaineer Zhang Yuanzhi tragically fell to his death while climbing Mont Blanc in France on June 27th, causing shock in Taiwan. His body was brought back from Chamonix, France by his mother and wife. Alpine photographer Snow Goat mourned on social media, recalling memories with Zhang Yuanzhi and sharing a tear-jerking photo of Zhang's back view, expressing grief and longing. Zhang was known for his expertise in climbing and was confirmed by his family to be the victim of the accident. Snow Goat remembered their discussions on climbing knowledge and expressed gratitude towards Zhang for his guidance in the mountain realm, sharing that Zhang expanded his horizons to endless peaks worldwide. Zhang's tragic death deeply impacted the mountaineering community.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A recent article by 'Wind Media' discusses the implications of the ongoing Rocket Force corruption case on the combat capability of the Chinese military. The investigation, spanning two years, has targeted high-level personnel within the People's Liberation Army, including Rocket Force, Navy, Air Force, and Equipment Development Department officials, as well as key figures in military-industrial enterprises. Despite the wide-ranging nature of the case, the Chinese system has been able to maintain order by following established procedures for personnel discipline. The severity of the discipline, which even required Xi Jinping's direct intervention, does not necessarily signal the collapse of the military system, according to the author.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Stock市的第二季度可謂是良好的，尤其是大型股，許多股票創下了紀錄。例如，Nvidia（NVDA）上漲10.3%，全年漲幅達149%。但這些大漲，並非S&P 500股票中的最佳表現。其他像是Arm Holdings（ARM）和Super Micro Computer（SMCI）等在不同程度上也有顯著的漲幅。然而，雖然科技和大型股持續取得成功，但許多股票現已被過度買入，且面臨著停滯不前的情況。整體而言，2024年的市場現況呈現出科技和大型股的優勢，但市場可能面臨著重新活躍的困難。
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Reported about 1 year ago
有網友發現Instagram演算法推薦內容從性感美照變成旅遊風景，引起崩潰與討論。其他網友紛紛回應碰上相似情況或IG正常，讓原po感到困惑和憤怒。
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Reported about 1 year ago
NVIDIA announced the procurement of green energy from Taiwanese suppliers, with Yunpan Energy being the largest supplier in Taiwan, attracting market interest and causing a 38% surge in stock price last week. Despite hitting a new high of 235 yuan, the stock has been restricted from trading since last Friday, but still opened strong with a 6% increase. The company's actions have also positively impacted related sectors like solar energy. Yunpan Energy, specializing in solar energy, has maintained a strong market position with notable projects and a leading market share in Taiwan's solar power industry.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Due to heavy rain in Hualien, Taiwan, a family of six got trapped in a tunnel on the Suhua Highway as their vehicle's windshield was shattered by mudslides, obstructing their visibility. The family sought help from the police and was eventually guided to safety. Incidents of falling rocks also impacted traffic on other highways, but no injuries were reported. The unstable weather conditions serve as a reminder for drivers to be cautious when traveling.
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Reported about 1 year ago
If your lips keep peeling despite using lip balm regularly, it might indicate cheilitis rather than just dryness. Dr. Huang Yumin shares insights on the causes of cheilitis and how to treat it. Cheilitis can result from various factors such as physical friction, allergies, UV exposure, infections, medications, and secondary to systemic diseases. Different types of cheilitis include acute and chronic forms, as well as specific types like irritant contact dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, angular cheilitis, infectious cheilitis, atopic cheilitis, drug-induced cheilitis, actinic cheilitis, granulomatous cheilitis. Treatment involves consulting a dermatologist to identify the cause and using appropriate medications, avoiding skin irritants, consistent use of lip balm, and selecting suitable lip care products without irritants or allergens.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A well-known female internet user sought advice on how long a silent treatment in a relationship could be considered a breakup, recounting her 1.5-year relationship where a recent argument led to her boyfriend suggesting taking a break, resulting in no contact since. Feeling at a loss, she asked whether this silence signaled a breakup. Responses varied from advising direct communication with the boyfriend to stating that 3 days of no contact could imply a breakup, with some suggesting communication is key, especially in long-distance relationships.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Japanese actress Rena Tanaka, known for her fluent Chinese, attended the screening event of the film 'Fukutanimura Incident' at the 26th Taipei Film Festival. Accompanying her was director Tatsuya Mori, producer Sosuke Kobayashi, actors Eita, and Eita Asae. Eita, who has Taiwanese roots and previously worked in Taiwan, visited as part of a homecoming. The film, directed by Mori, is a fictional adaptation of the historical 'Fukutanimura Incident', portraying racial tensions in Japan post-1923 Kanto Earthquake. The director shared his inspiration for the film and difficulties in its production process, hoping for a release in Taiwan. Tanaka, who previously acted in Taiwanese films and is fluent in Chinese, expressed gratitude for the film's screening in Taiwan and praised the audience's humor discovery in the serious plot. Actor Eita also expressed appreciation for the fan support and shared his positive impressions of Taiwan. Actor Eita Asae, playing a reporter in the film, highlighted the importance of reducing discrimination based on language and culture.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Director Huh Chin-ho, a renowned name in South Korean romantic movies, expressed excitement and pressure upon collaborating with the talented actress Kim Hee-ae for the first time in the film 'Ordinary Family.' Huh praised Kim's dedication and work ethic during the filming process, mentioning how she willingly participated in rehearsals, even for scenes where she wasn't directly involved. The director also shared his admiration for Kim's professionalism, despite her years of experience in the industry. Huh Chin-ho revealed his long-standing admiration for Kim Hee-ae and his desire to work with other talented Taiwanese actors in the future.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 30, 2024, at 8:46 am, a tin factory in New Taipei City caught fire around 6 pm in Wugu District on Minyi Road Section 1. The intense blaze resulted in explosions and widespread burning of the factory. Firefighters arrived on scene promptly with initial assessments suggesting no one trapped inside. The New Taipei City government warned of potential air pollution in nearby areas due to the fire and advised people to wear masks, keep doors and windows closed, and wait for the fire to be extinguished before opening windows. About 205 firefighters and 75 vehicles are currently involved in rescue efforts at the estimated 500-ping burning site.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Yahoo Fashion & Beauty editors warn about the parenting styles of four zodiac signs that tend to overly spoil their children with unconditional love and forgiveness. These parents are willing to give their all for their kids, leading to excessive pampering that can inadvertently raise spoiled individuals. The signs discussed are Taurus, Sagittarius, Cancer, and Aries, each with unique characteristics that contribute to indulgent parenting practices.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 30, 2024, a female baker from Hsinchu got conned by a Chinese man she met online, who persuaded her to invest in an online store to increase revenue and come back to Taiwan to work with her. After investing 3 million Taiwan dollars and realizing she was scammed, she reported the case and even confronted the Chinese man via video call, only to be denied and threatened that the police couldn't catch him. The female baker, thinking she found a good partner to work with, ended up losing all her savings and now hopes no one else will fall for similar fraud.
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Reported about 1 year ago
This article discusses three compelling reasons why Warren Buffett should consider purchasing shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill, such as the company's strong brand, customer-centric approach, and effective handling of inflationary pressures. However, the article also highlights the one significant drawback of Buffett potentially regretting the investment due to Chipotle's high valuation, which may not align with his value investing philosophy.
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