Reported 11 months ago
TVBS News on June 22, 2024, reported that the New Anxin policy in Taiwan has extended mortgage terms to 40 years and grace periods to 5 years, boosting the housing market. However, experts believe the fundamental issue of high house prices remains unsolved. The average mortgage burden for Taiwanese youth aged 20 to 35 in 2023 was NT$8.62 million, creating significant financial pressure. The article follows the struggles of young individuals like Alex, portraying the challenges of purchasing homes amidst rising prices and heavy debts. Despite government efforts to support home buying through policies like New Anxin, concerns linger about the long-term implications of extended mortgages on the younger generation's financial stability.
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Reported 11 months ago
Despite multiple government measures to curb speculation, including five rounds of selective credit control by the central bank, the overall ratio of real estate loans to total lending in banks continues to rise, leading to ongoing house price increases, with Taoyuan and Hsinchu showing the largest spikes among the six major cities. Experts suggest that the simultaneous implementation of various anti-speculation policies is actually contributing to higher house prices, emphasizing the need for long-term planning to effectively control the housing market.
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Reported 11 months ago
In an effort to address the housing needs of vulnerable groups and youth, achieve housing justice, and strengthen the housing market, the government has been promoting social housing policies with a goal of establishing 200,000 social housing units in 8 years. However, the lottery rate for social housing across Taiwan remains low, averaging 10%-20%, making it challenging to secure a unit. The Social Housing Promotion Alliance emphasizes that even if the 200,000 unit target is met, it only accounts for 2.1% of Taiwan's total housing stock, less than half of other advanced countries. There are various challenges and disparities in the progress and availability of social housing.
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Reported 11 months ago
西安銀行副行長狄浩於六月十八日墜樓身亡，享年五十一歲。狄浩於股東會前夕離世，引發關注，因近年來該行多次受罰且內部人事調整頻繁。銀行對外宣布他的離世，但未提及具體死因，而警方已排除刑事案件。
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Reported 11 months ago
Motley Fool contributor Parkev Tatevosian discusses the implications of recent news for Palantir (NYSE: PLTR) stock investors. The article also mentions the potential investment opportunities in other stocks recommended by The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team. While Palantir Technologies is not included in the top 10 stocks recommended, the Stock Advisor service has outperformed the S&P 500 significantly since 2002. Parkev Tatevosian, CFA, does not hold any positions in the mentioned stocks, and The Motley Fool has both positions in and recommends Palantir Technologies.
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Reported 11 months ago
As of June 22, 2024, the county with the highest vacancy rate in Taiwan is Yilan County, reaching 15.61%, with Jiaoxi Township within Yilan having the highest vacancy rate of 32%. This is attributed to many holiday homes in Jiaoxi that are only occupied on weekends, causing the vacancy rate to be high due to calculations based on residential electricity usage. Despite the high vacancy rate, excluding rural areas and old houses, the housing supply in Yilan is still insufficient. In contrast, areas like Neihu in Taipei have low vacancy rates but face soaring property prices and housing shortages, showcasing the disparity in the real estate market across different regions in Taiwan.
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Reported 11 months ago
Currently in Taiwan, there are approximately 3 million renters ranging in age from 25 to even 40, facing difficulties in buying a house mainly due to exorbitant house prices. Even if they opt to rent for a lifetime, it is challenging to 'lie flat' in Taiwan as housing prices drive up rent, which increases annually, while salaries have stagnated for years, potentially leading to a decline in the quality of life for renters. The unaffordable housing market in Taiwan makes it tough for people to own a house, and despite the seemingly relaxed nature of renting compared to buying, there is still a hope that one day they can have their own home. The rising rent prices and low wages in relation to housing costs in Taiwan make it a complex issue, with the tight interplay of house prices, rent, and income, posing challenges for the younger generation and renters.
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Reported 11 months ago
The 2024 Taiwan Tainan Summer Music Festival - General's Roar will take place on July 20 and 21, featuring a lineup of 13 popular singers including Jiuyi Yi, Lou Junshuo, AcQUA Yuan Shao Nian, and more. The event will offer a vibrant atmosphere with sea breezes, dazzling fireworks, and energetic music performances, making it the largest music festival in southern Taiwan for the summer. Attendees can enjoy food and sunset views on-site and explore nearby attractions with special travel packages. The event is free of charge and will be held at General Fishing Port from 6:00 PM on 07/20 to 5:00 PM on 07/21.
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Reported 11 months ago
As peak electricity consumption period hits, breakfast shop owners are worried about rising electricity bills. In an effort to save energy and reduce costs, 7-11 has already implemented a policy to turn off signage lights from 3 am to 6 am in some stores, with FamilyMart planning a similar policy. This move is expected to save over 960,000 kWh a year for 7-11 and has received mixed reactions from the public, with concerns about visibility impacting store operations. Additionally, some breakfast shops in response to increased electricity prices are enforcing a minimum spending requirement for dine-in customers to increase turnover rates and revenue, with one noting an estimated increase of 6,000 to 7,000 Taiwanese dollars in electricity costs for the summer.
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Reported 11 months ago
Badminton fan Mr. Chung flew to Singapore last month hoping to see Tai Tzu-ying in action, but missed out due to her injury. However, he was fortunate to secure the last number at the autograph session today, fulfilling his dream of getting up close with Tai. As Tai prepares for the Paris Olympics, she held an autograph session for fans at the Kaohsiung Arena, drawing hundreds of supporters eager for a chance to meet her. The lucky Mr. Chung, who has been a fan for 7 years, changed his plans to attend the event and waited in line overnight to get the last number, '100,' praised by Tai for his dedication. Tai's father also interacted with fans, distributing drinks and fulfilling their wishes for autographs and photos, while Tai thanked her supporters on social media for their dedication. The article also mentions other sports news related to basketball and baseball.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 22, 2024, at 10:20 AM, Lin Ru-Shan reported for SET News that Tessho Genda, the well-known 70-year-old Japanese voice actor for characters like Amuro Tooru in 'Detective Conan' and Roronoa Zoro in 'One Piece,' announced his resignation after being involved in a 4.5-year affair with a 37-year-old female fan, leading to significant backlash from anime fans. Genda issued a statement through his agency, expressing apologies and announcing his decision to no longer voice characters like Amuro Tooru and Roronoa Zoro due to the impact of the scandal on the works and characters. This comes after reports of Genda forcing the fan to have an abortion, resulting in a deterioration of his public image.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 22, 2024, the US announced the sale of two types of loitering munitions to Taiwan, with deliveries expected by 2025, aiming to enhance the country's military capabilities. This move may impact the survival space of similar products developed by Taiwan's National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology. The US sale includes loitering munitions like AeroVironment's Switchblade 300 and Anduril's Altius 600M-V unmanned aerial vehicles, totaling approximately $360 million. While this procurement will boost Taiwan's defense, it highlights the intensifying competition in the suicide drone market driven by recent US arms sales to Taiwan.
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Reported 11 months ago
Mingdao University in Changhua County, Taiwan, will hold its last graduation ceremony tonight with a fireworks display lasting 6 minutes and 22 seconds. The university is facing challenges due to declining enrollment and financial issues and will officially close on July 31, 2024. Over a thousand alumni will return to accompany the final 325 graduates, spending their last night at the university under dazzling fireworks. The event will feature a graduation ceremony, fireworks show, and a dinner banquet for students and alumni to create lasting memories of the university.
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Reported 11 months ago
To prevent young people from illegal racing during graduation season and summer vacation, the New Taipei City Xindian Police Substation has strengthened law enforcement on specific road sections to crackdown on dangerous driving behavior. Today, they have taken action against several illegally modified, speeding, and noisy vehicles on the North and Yilan Highway. The police will continue to enforce the law and ensure the safety of road users by targeting speeding-prone areas.
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Reported 11 months ago
On June 22, 2024, Taiwan People's Party chairman Ko Wen-je attended an anti-corruption event and criticized Huang Kuo-chang, the leader of the People's Party legislative caucus, who has been accused of betraying the party by the Green Bird Action. Ko emphasized that Huang is the one who has truly remained unchanged since 2012. At the event, which was attended by over 1000 people, Ko mentioned that the Democratic Progressive Party has not lived up to their promises of 'diligence, integrity, and love for the homeland,' and he took credit for realizing those ideals instead. Ko also criticized Green Bird Action for spreading fake news and misleading young people onto the streets, resulting in reduced protests during legislative reviews.}
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Reported 11 months ago
Following the rejection of the parliamentary reform review proposal by the blue and white camps on June 21, certain green camp sources quickly claimed that Kuomintang lawmaker Hung Meng-kai had requested confidential data from TSMC during a questioning session. In response, Hung Meng-kai stated that his inquiry was about earthquake damage and the restoration of operations at the science park, but it was maliciously twisted to imply a request for confidential information. He denounced the DPP for opposing parliamentary reform, distorting normal legislative inquiries, and engaging in baseless smears.
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Reported 11 months ago
MingDao University, facing financial difficulties, emptied its remaining funds for a fireworks display during the last graduation ceremony held on June 22. The ceremony attracted a thousand alumni and 325 last graduates to bid farewell to their alma mater, which will be closing at the end of July due to declining enrollment and financial crisis. Despite the bittersweet moment, the university prepared a grand farewell with fireworks, a feast, and commemorative badges to leave the best memories for the departing students and alumni.
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Reported 11 months ago
In preparation for the upcoming Paris Olympics, the Taiwanese government has arranged for mobile air conditioners to ensure a comfortable environment for athletes staying at the Olympic Village. Despite Paris's claims that the rooms can stay cool without air conditioning through cooling pipes under the floor and electric fans, the United States and other countries' Olympic committees plan to bring their own air conditioning. Taiwan's Premier Su Tseng-chang visited the National Training Center and emphasized the importance of preparing air conditioning units due to the high local temperatures in Paris, focusing on athletes' recovery. Su will also report to President Tsai Ing-wen on the arrangements to ensure athletes have proper accommodations and nutrition during the games.
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Reported 11 months ago
Lin Chi-ling made her first public appearance in Japan in 5 years by throwing the first pitch at a Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters baseball game in Japan. Despite a ground ball pitch, she successfully reached the catcher, receiving thunderous applause from the audience. Lin prepared for about a month and practiced correct pitching form, expressing both nervousness and excitement before the game. Her husband, AKIRA, previously a guest pitcher in Japan, couldn't accompany her this time due to work commitments but gave her helpful advice. Lin continues to support Taiwanese baseball teams through her foundation and aims to cultivate talented players. The event took place in Hokkaido, where she had previously filmed a movie and found a different kind of relaxation this time during the summer season.
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Reported 11 months ago
Chiang Mai, known for its ancient historical sites and spectacular mountain views, is a romantic destination in Thailand. The InterContinental Chiang Mai, located in the old city, has launched the 'Marry In Your Style' package, offering a fairytale-like setting for couples to have a grand yet intimate wedding. The package includes options to choose between the Gad Lanna lawn next to the six-hundred-year-old Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan temple for an outdoor wedding or the beautiful main ballroom, along with accommodation, breakfast, and various perks for 95,000 Baht++. Other highlights of the package include wedding music, welcoming decorations, herbal drinks, and fruit-infused water for guests, as well as a specially crafted wedding cake and a honeymoon suite decorated with flowers and traditional local crafts. Couples can also enjoy a 90-minute full-body aromatherapy treatment at the ii Spa, with discounts on additional services, and a 10% discount on food and drinks at the hotel's restaurants and bars during their stay. A highlight is the wedding party worth over 30,000 Baht, where the newlyweds and their friends can continue the celebration at the HONG rooftop bar, overlooking the enchanting night views of Chiang Mai city.
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Reported 11 months ago
Prince William was seen dancing energetically to Taylor Swift's 'Shake It Off' during the first night of her Eras Tour in London. The royal, accompanied by his children Prince George and Princess Charlotte, enjoyed the concert and even posed for a selfie with Taylor Swift. Meanwhile, Princess Kate likely stayed at home with Prince Louis as she continues her cancer treatment. The event marked Prince William's first public outing with the royals since Christmas.
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Reported 11 months ago
A female netizen shared a screenshot showing her iPhone's battery health at only 2% on a Facebook group, sparking discussions among netizens who expressed disbelief and humor. Experts suggest that if a phone's battery health is below 80% or has undergone over 500 cycles, it should be replaced. Five tips for iPhone battery maintenance were also provided, including avoiding letting the battery drop below 20%, avoiding extreme temperature conditions, and not letting the battery reach 0% before charging.
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Reported 11 months ago
During the shareholders' meeting on June 21, Far EasTone, one of Taiwan's top three telecom companies, not only approved the profit distribution for the past year and decided to distribute a cash dividend of 3.25 yuan per share but also achieved near seven-year highs in consolidated revenue, consolidated EBITDA, net profit after tax, and EPS. Chairman Hsu Hsueh-tung expressed the company's commitment to excellence, highlighted the market value exceeding 300 billion for the first time with the synergy of merging with Asia Pacific Telecom in 2023, and emphasized future advancements with AI support. Far EasTone's performance included a 5.1% increase in consolidated total revenue to NT$93.69 billion in 2023. With a cash dividend of 3.25 yuan per share approved, including 2.635 yuan from earnings distribution and an additional 0.615 yuan from capital surplus, the dividend payout ratio reached 105%, maintaining over 100% dividend payout rate for 13 consecutive years. The company's General Manager, Ching Chi, stated that by integrating Asia Pacific Telecom last year, they have been driving digital transformation and growth in the telecom industry and new economy. Under the premise of synergy and AI, Far EasTone aims to exceed the telecommunications framework and is expected to reach new highs in the next three years.
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Reported 11 months ago
Professional appraisers explain the complexities surrounding the value of Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate, which was purchased in 1985 and later designated as a private club, impacting its current worth. The property is currently valued by Palm Beach County as a private club, but if the club were to be down-zoned back to a residential home, its value could increase significantly. Appraisers note the difficulty of appraising such a large estate and consider factors such as market conditions, legal restrictions, and potential market influence from the Trump name.
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Reported 11 months ago
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the annual deficit for 2024 will reach $1.9 trillion, increasing from $1.5 trillion just four months prior. The gap between spending and revenue is projected to be $2.9 trillion within 10 years, with deficits representing 6.7% of GDP in 2024. Despite talk of debt reduction by politicians like Biden and Trump, the lack of concrete action suggests a grim outlook for stabilizing the national debt until a crisis forces necessary changes.
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