Reported 8 months ago
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang visited Australia on the 15th, marking the first Chinese premier visit to Australia since 2017. During a speech, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese mistakenly referred to him as the late former premier 'Li Keqiang.' This slip-up led to a brief awkward moment. The visit symbolizes a warming of Sino-Australian relations, with Li Keqiang even writing 'eternal friendship between China and Australia' in the Australian Parliament visitor book, citing a significant shift in tone from Chinese officials towards the relationship. Additionally, former Chinese state media host Cheng Lei made a surprise appearance at the press conference, drawing attention due to her past controversies and the unusual behavior of Chinese embassy officials trying to block her during the event.
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Reported 8 months ago
Mount Fuji in Japan is a prominent landmark and popular for its breathtaking scenery. The climbing season is from early July to early September, with restrictions in place due to excessive hikers. For those not climbing, recommended hotels with stunning Fuji Mountain views include luxurious options like the 5-star Hoshinoya Fuji Hotel, Shuhokaku Kogetsu, Fufu Kawaguchiko, Kohanso Tando, and Lavista Fuji Kawaguchiko Resort, offering various amenities such as private baths, stunning views, and unique experiences.
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Reported 8 months ago
Ken Chang, head of the Taiwan Business Affairs Committee of the Citizen Party, caused controversy by calling for 'Both Sides of the Strait Are One Family' at the 16th Cross-Strait Forum in Xiamen on June 15. This led to calls from Citizen Party legislator Chen Chao-zi for party disciplinary action. The party's secretary-general disclosed that they had received complaints and would refer the matter to the Central Review Committee. Chang explained that his participation was in line with party regulations and did not exceed the party's cross-strait policies, clarifying that his statements were not misunderstood by the party.
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Reported 8 months ago
In response to recent public outrage over the passing of the parliament empowerment bill, many netizens have initiated recalls of blue camp legislators, with KMT legislator Hsiao Chiao-hsin being a frequent target. Taipei City Councilor Chung Hsiao-ping boldly stated that if Hsiao Chiao-hsin is recalled, the KMT would collapse, even suggesting to take up guns and crush the green camp. He emphasized the importance of Hsiao's survival, warning of potential impacts on Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's reelection campaign. Chung described Hsiao as a badger and urged the KMT to unite and fight back against the recalls, criticizing the party for waiting to die if they do not take action against the greens.
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Reported 8 months ago
In Kaohsiung, Taiwan, a fraud group was uncovered employing elaborate tactics by using a sun-protective jacket with a hidden camera to monitor transactions, prevent internal fraud, and evade capture during a face-to-face exchange. The 25-year-old courier, upon being caught by the police, swiftly removed the jacket due to the intense heat caused by the covert camera, comparing the situation to a sauna. The group's sophisticated scheme aimed at ensuring transaction safety backfired when the jacket's batteries overheated, leading to their exposure and arrest for fraud-related charges.
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Reported 8 months ago
In the list of results for the civil service exam in Anhui Province, a PhD graduate from the prestigious Stanford University in the United States was found, causing discussions online about the severity of the 'involution' phenomenon in China's employment market. The PhD graduate with a background in applied physics held the highest honors scholarship from the University of Science and Technology of China before studying abroad. Netizens expressed concerns over the challenging job market conditions, which led even a PhD holder from the U.S. to become a grassroots civil servant.
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Reported 8 months ago
In Yilan Zhuangwei, a well-known supermarket manager reported to the police that an employee stole over $90,000 while he was sick and had to leave the store unattended. The employee, surnamed Zheng, who had been working for less than a month, was caught on surveillance cameras taking money and disappeared without a trace. Zheng even advanced himself nearly $47,000 in wages before vanishing. Previous records show that Zheng had committed a similar theft of $89,970 in another supermarket a few years ago, leading to a 6-month prison sentence. Despite the case being reported, Zheng has not responded to calls, and the police are working to recover the stolen money.
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Reported 8 months ago
NVIDIA創辦人黃仁勳最擔心的事發生了，其位於台灣內湖科學園區的辦公室遭遇停電，影響655戶。停電原因為饋線跳脫，但已在12時26分完全恢復電力。黃仁勳之前提及擴大在台投資，擔心AI電量需求不足，這次停電事件成為警訊。
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Reported 8 months ago
From June 16 onwards, Fujian and Guangdong provinces in China experienced 'severe rainstorms,' leading to flooding, landslides, and at least 9 deaths and 17 missing. Additionally, in the western region of Xinjiang, sudden heavy rain triggered flash floods and mudslides, resulting in 4 people missing. Guangdong's Meizhou city faced extreme rainfall, with some areas receiving up to 369.3 mm within 24 hours, leading to casualties and landslides. Rescue efforts are ongoing with over 9,000 personnel involved. Fujian also suffered severe impacts with significant damages and casualties. Xinjiang's Changji city dealt with road blockages due to flash floods, with ongoing search operations for missing persons. Sichuan province also faced mudslides, prompting emergency evacuations.
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Reported 8 months ago
bb.q CHICKEN partners with Yahoo Shopping Center for a limited-time 618 Shopping Festival promotion where customers who make any purchase and register have the chance to win a year's supply of boneless fried chicken. Additionally, customers joining the official LINE account can receive 20,000 coupons for discounted fried foods. The promotion runs until June 19th, with 10 winners receiving 12 vouchers each to redeem for various flavors of bb.q CHICKEN. Other food brands like Pizza Hut and KFC are also offering exclusive deals during the shopping festival period, making it a great time for consumers to enjoy food and discounts.
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Reported 8 months ago
During a legislative session, KMT legislator Liao Wei-Xiang raised concerns about the 'New Youth Housing Loan' policy introduced by the Ministry of Finance before the 2024 election, which aimed to help young people buy homes but led to a surge in housing prices in Taiwan. Liao questioned whether the policy promotes housing justice or property speculation. In response, Premier Su Tseng-chang promised a comprehensive review of the policy after receiving criticism. Liao highlighted that the policy has made the housing market more active, with a significant increase in property transactions in Taiwan and rising home prices in several regions.
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Reported 8 months ago
根據專家分析，台灣高息低波ETF「元大台灣高息低波（00713）」除息金額1.5元，換算年化配息率逾10%，其中資本利得占比達62%，配息有望持續高度配發，具有高息、低波及節稅優勢，是值得存股族關注的投資機會。專家指出，00713表現優異，採用「吃魚頭」策略，在除息月份平均報酬5.4%，同時有高潛力進入資本利得高度配發期，對於積極累積持股的人有利。該ETF表現突出，在承受相同風險下報酬優於其他主動基金，被譽為ETF中的資本利得王。
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Reported 8 months ago
In anticipation of the annual mid-year shopping festival 618, Costco launches a one-day special promotion called '618 Costco Summer Shopping' where members can enjoy discounts without leaving home. By entering the designated coupon code '24618' and spending over 8800 yuan, customers can instantly get a 618 yuan discount. Items for the event include over a hundred products like fans, portable refrigerators, swimsuits, beach towels, and summer snacks. Members using the Fubon co-branded card for online shopping can also enjoy 3% unlimited cashback.
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Reported 8 months ago
Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Ltd., operated by Gautam Adani, has become the world's largest transport operations and services provider by market value as its market capitalization surpassed $37 billion. The company's growth is fueled by rising cargo volumes, with significant percentages of India's total cargo and container cargoes being handled by Adani Ports. The company's recent acquisitions and strong balance sheet signal further growth opportunities, although risks remain following India's recent election results.
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Reported 8 months ago
Recent reports reveal that Taiwanese entertainers have been approached by a mainland Chinese film and television company to establish the 'Taiwan Harmony Party,' with entertainer Yu Tian being invited to serve as party chairman. However, it was uncovered that this scheme might be a scam, as a similar fraudulent letter was received by Kuomintang Taipei City Councilor Chang Ss-Kang last December. The letter claimed to offer significant endorsement fees and urged cooperation in local elections, sparking concerns of Chinese Communist Party intervention. The Taiwanese government cautions against succumbing to such foreign influence, emphasizing the importance of national security laws. Further investigation is ongoing to elucidate the authenticity of these party formation invitations.
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Reported 8 months ago
The 2024 '618 Shopping Festival' is approaching, with many e-commerce and corporate platforms preparing various major discounts. TVBS has compiled brand peripherals including 'Giarett', 'CASETiFY', 'OVO', 'Samsung', 'mysoda', and '全國電子', where discounts and rewards are up for grabs. Don't miss out on the deals and promotions!
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Reported 8 months ago
U.S. electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Fisker has filed for bankruptcy protection after failed deal talks with a major automaker. This decision follows the startup's struggle with rapid cash burn in delivering its Ocean SUV in the United States and Europe. The company's unit, Fisker Group Inc, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware, with estimated assets of $500 million to $1 billion and liabilities between $100 million and $500 million. Fisker faced challenges in securing investments, reaching sales targets, and production ramp-ups, ultimately leading to its financial woes and filing for bankruptcy.
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Reported 8 months ago
At the Legislative Yuan, KMT lawmaker Liao Wei-xiang questioned Premier Su Zhen-chang about Taiwan Power Company's electricity price increase leading landlords to also raise rental electricity prices, despite previous promises by former Minister of the Interior Lin You-chang to regulate it and limitations being scheduled for May but delayed. Premier Su responded that the Consumer Protection Commission will discuss related matters by the end of June, aiming to fulfill commitments to the public and expedite the review process. The proposed amendments to rental contracts were notified for 20 days from April and planned for approval by the Executive Yuan by the end of May. However, challenges remain as landlords have increased prices, raising concerns among tenants.
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Reported 8 months ago
During a routine check at Taichung Harbor, a man surnamed Guo was found with over 50 packs of tax-free cigarettes and heating devices in his car. Guo claimed they were for personal use and were given to him by a foreign friend. The police confiscated the items, and Guo was later investigated and referred for violating tobacco laws.
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Reported 8 months ago
Lin Qingxia recently gave a speech at Tsinghua University's graduation ceremony, leading to mixed reactions among graduating students. Some felt she was an inappropriate choice for the speech, with a veteran journalist suggesting that the Lifetime Achievement Award winner Chen Shufang would have been a better fit. Another journalist criticized the idolization of Lin Qingxia, emphasizing that she is a mortal being and not a goddess. Overall, there was debate over Lin Qingxia's selection as a speaker at the university event.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18, 2024, Angela Hsia appeared on a show and mentioned that Wang Shao-wei, despite being kind and filial, is not the right type for her daughter. Anson Lo Yan immediately rejected the idea of dating Wang Shao-wei, stating that he already has a girlfriend. The conversation revealed some humorous anecdotes about their experiences with being frugal in terms of food and drinks.
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Reported 8 months ago
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam announced that the Hong Kong Stock Exchange will continue operations as usual even in severe weather conditions starting September 25th, refusing to halt financial trading during typhoons, typhoon signal No. 8, or black rainstorms. Lam stated that this move aims to consolidate Hong Kong's stock market competitiveness, with support from banks and securities firms where 90% of market transactions are conducted. The new arrangement will be implemented on September 25th to allow ample time for industry preparation.
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Reported 8 months ago
Penghu fishermen witnessed a Chinese submarine surfacing in the strait while fishing for mackerel, accompanied by a Chinese warship, sailing towards China, sparking discussions that it might be China's latest 096 (09VI) 'Tang-Class' nuclear submarine. Minister of National Defense, Chiu Kuo-cheng, confirmed having relevant information but could not disclose detailed intelligence methods. The incident has raised concerns due to the submarine's capabilities, including stealth and missile launch capacity.
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Reported 8 months ago
On June 18th, Adidas and New Balance are holding a mid-year sale with discounts of up to 60%. Adidas is offering items at 40% off, with additional discounts for multiple purchases and gifts for reaching certain spending thresholds. New Balance has popular shoe models at 15% off using a discount code. Various shoes and apparel are on sale including the SUPERNOVA RISE running shoes and PUFFYLETTE sneakers from Adidas, as well as models like the 2002R and 327 from New Balance. Grab these deals quickly during the mid-year sale frenzy.
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Reported 8 months ago
As the 618 shopping festival approaches, four major convenience stores are offering various promotions. FamilyMart is giving out Fami!ce ice cream coupon and 50 NTD shopping credit for completing a parcel pick-up by the end of June. 7-ELEVEN is providing 7 NTD shopping credit per parcel with a maximum of 5 sets of codes. On top of that, OK Mart offers special deals like free coffee redemption and unlimited free shipping for purchases above 99 NTD. Lyle Fu is also giving away coffee exchange vouchers and other benefits through their online platform.
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