Reported about 1 year ago
As the war in Gaza Strip continues, more than 500,000 teenagers have had their education disrupted, with many unable to take their final exams crucial for university admission and achieving their dreams. The ongoing conflict in Palestine has led to schools being closed or turned into refugee shelters, leaving graduating high school students in Gaza unprepared and unable to obtain diplomas. Some students have even traveled to Egypt to take exams, but the situation remains dire as the war persists, hindering their academic pursuits.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Pokémon Sleep, the sleep game app that makes waking up in the morning more exciting, has reached a global download milestone of over 20 million times. To celebrate this achievement, the game will be giving out commemorative gifts starting from June 26. The gifts include sleep points x1,000, main skill seeds x1, dream piece M x1, and PokéSandbag x5, providing players with items to help level up their Pokémon and make the game more enjoyable. Don't miss this opportunity to nurture your Pokémon helpers!
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, at 6:58 PM in the Dominican Republic, baseball is a national sport. The Ankcor Foundation, which focuses on athletes' health, invited Tzu Chi to provide dental check-up services. Tzu Chi collaborated with the dental department of UFHEC to inspect the teeth of young athletes at the Olympic sports complex. The athletes, setting aside their gloves and bats, patiently awaited their check-ups. Tzu Chi found that these dedicated athletes, despite their young age, maintained good oral health by avoiding sugar consumption, resulting in lower rates of dental decay. The Ankcor Foundation, which supports underprivileged athletes, expressed gratitude for Tzu Chi's caring service, including the involvement of medical professionals and dental students. This collaboration was highly appreciated for focusing on the well-being of those in need.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Country music fans can enjoy the CMA Fest 2024 concert special from home, featuring performances by over 25 country music stars and legends. The three-hour event, hosted by Jelly Roll and Ashley McBride, airs on ABC at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET. Viewers can watch it online on DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, or Sling, with options for on-demand streaming on Hulu. Various cable and streaming services offer free trials for watching the event without a cable subscription.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
桃園市警局3樓的員工餐廳將於7月1日起停止營業，提供價格合理、CP值高的60元便當將不再提供。備受喜愛的餐廳歷史長達近50年，後繼無人導致無法繼續營運。許多人感到惋惜，因為以前只要60元就能選擇主菜和4道配菜，還能無限添加其他配菜和湯品，但現在這樣的美食體驗將告一段落。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Many people enjoy hiking to relax during holidays, but they often bring a first aid kit in case of emergencies. A netizen shared a story of her boyfriend revealing a condom from his first aid kit while treating her wound on a hiking trip. Curious about the purpose of carrying a condom in the kit, she later found out from her boyfriend that it has various practical uses in the wild, such as isolating large wounds or as a makeshift glove. The post sparked discussions among netizens on the versatility of condoms in outdoor situations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
新北市水利局在板橋區新興橋下涵洞因強降雨易積水，導致附近清潔隊受損。為解決問題，水利局增設5台抽水機，在3個關鍵區域設置抽水井，工程已於本月16日完成。這項改善措施有效地解決了積水問題，不再影響交通和當地居民。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, the Taiwanese Environmental Protection Administration released the 'National Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory (2024 Edition)' according to international standards, showing that Taiwan's total greenhouse gas emissions in 2022 were 285.97 million metric tons of CO2 equivalent (MtCO2e), with a net reduction of 4.07% compared to 2021 and 1.77% compared to the baseline year of 2005. While global emissions hit a record high, Taiwan's efforts in energy transition and emission reduction have been effective, with a decrease in emissions despite economic recovery post-pandemic. Taiwan's initiatives align with the global push for a greener future, with continuous efforts towards a sustainable, low-carbon economy highlighted by President Lai's 'National Hope Project' and the country's progression towards a 'net-zero transformation' by 2050.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In New Taipei, there are over 21,000 taxis with many drivers working nearly 12-hour shifts to increase their earnings. However, compared to Taipei, New Taipei lacks in taxi service stations, facilities, and parking benefits, with only 3 service stations offering limited facilities and operating hours. Suggestions have been made by council members to enhance the welfare of taxi drivers in New Taipei, such as providing better resting areas and parking benefits to align with those offered in Taipei. Measures are being taken, like the opening of the An-Keng taxi service station by the end of this year, to address these issues and improve the overall welfare of taxi drivers in the region.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
BlackRock successfully retained board seats at six closed-end funds after Saba Capital Management failed to garner enough votes to replace directors. The battle between the two firms over the future of BlackRock closed-end funds, involving over $10 trillion assets under management, has been ongoing for months. Saba wanted to elect its nominees to the fund boards and remove BlackRock as the manager, citing poor returns and the potential to unlock $1.4 billion in value by reducing the funds' discount. Voting took place at six funds, with meetings for two adjourned due to quorum failure, and votes for four more funds scheduled for the following week.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The article reports that Taiwanese professional basketball cheerleader known as 'Strawberry' from Taoyuan Taiwan Beer Yulon Luxgen team is rumored to be dating one of the team's players, Chen Xiaorong. They were spotted taking photos together and being affectionate during a press event, sparking speculation about their relationship status. Strawberry, who gained fame from a reality show and is part of a girl group 'MEME,' is represented by her agent as both being single and unmarried, leaving their relationship to develop naturally.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
大愛電視2024年6月25日下午6:45的「歷史今天」單元將帶您回顧在6月26日這一天的事件。2010年智利發生8.8級地震，慈濟立即展開災情勘查，當地志工於5月準備物資，並於今天6月26日發放。了解更多大愛新聞報導：擴大癌友支持網、國健署推動家庭照護、智慧法語傳遞上人智慧等。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Tosa Electric Railway Company in Japan, which operates trains and buses in Kochi City, has made a profit for the first time in 5 years, with earnings of 91 million Japanese yen (approximately 18.5 million New Taiwan dollars). Thanks to Taiwanese charter flights and the popularity of Japanese dramas, the company's performance has nearly returned to pre-pandemic levels. However, employee shortages remain a challenge, prompting efforts by the CEO to improve employee benefits.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, at 6:41 PM, Tzu Chi TV reported that cancer patients and their families often face caregiving pressures, prompting the government to fund 7 hospitals to implement a caregiving program centered around cancer patient families.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
South Korean Finance Minister Choe Sang-mook and Japanese Finance Minister Toshihide Suzuki expressed serious concerns over the sharp depreciation of their respective currencies during a bilateral meeting in Seoul. They agreed to take appropriate response measures to ensure exchange rate stability and strengthen cooperation on broader economic and social issues. This marked the first meeting between finance ministers of Japan and South Korea in eight years. Both countries emphasized the importance of remaining vigilant and timely policy responses to maintain economic growth and financial stability. They pledged to continue taking appropriate measures against excessive exchange rate fluctuations as the Korean won and Japanese yen have significantly depreciated in recent months against the US dollar.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
NVIDIA股價在過去三天累計下跌13%，但25日早盤有約3%漲幅，顯示漲勢仍脆弱。彭博指出，股價下跌的原因包括市場擔憂價位是否公允、三巫日效應和公司內部人賣股。雖然股價集中漲勢引發投資人擔憂，但基本面因素仍看好輝達未來，可能吸引新買家進場。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, at 6:41 PM, Nepal's Bodhi TV, the only Buddhist TV channel in the region, began collaborating with Tzu Chi to broadcast stories from Master Cheng Yen, Humanistic Buddhism, and prayers three days a week. With a focus on promoting Buddhism locally, the partnership with Tzu Chi is vital for content dissemination, as seen during a live bathing Buddha ceremony held at Lumbini in 2023 where CEO Sangjay was moved by Tzu Chi volunteers' kindness. This collaboration brings Master Cheng Yen's teachings to viewers, emphasizing the importance of spreading Buddhist wisdom through engaging content like animations.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, the Inspection Bureau of the Financial Supervisory Commission was raided by prosecutors over the embezzlement scandal involving Taichung Commercial Bank (2812), revealing suspicions of insider leaks providing confidential information to the bank. This marks the second leak incident within the Inspection Bureau in its 20-year history, with a senior auditor suspected of photographing inspection reports with a mobile phone and passing them to the bank's secretary. The bank's former chairman Wang Gui-feng misappropriated public funds of 1 billion New Taiwan Dollars for personal use. The prosecutor's investigation led to the disclosure of this secondary case during a search, resulting in charges against the auditor for breach of duties.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In a peculiar incident in Taichung City's Wuri District, a 60-year-old man was rescued after being trapped in a storm drain for five days. The faint cries for help from beneath the ground were heard last night, prompting nearby business owners to notify emergency services. The fire department had to dig up the road using tools for about two hours to rescue the man, who claimed to have been trapped for five days. The reason behind his entrapment remains unclear.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, Taiwan's leading power company Delta Electronics (2308) saw its stock price hit a record high of 391.5 yuan under the support of institutional investors, closing at 387 yuan, up 10.5 yuan. Its market value exceeded the trillion-yuan mark for the first time, reaching 1.52 trillion yuan, making it the sixth largest market value in Taiwan's stock market. With several foreign institutions raising their target prices, Delta Electronics has shown bullish momentum. Foreign institutions bought over 1,146 shares yesterday and have accumulated a net purchase of 48,100 shares in June. They believe Delta Electronics has multiple growth drivers, including AI server power supplies, automotive passive components, electric vehicle components, comprehensive cooling products, emerging AI demand in Southeast Asia and India, and more. Delta Electronics, as a key player in NVIDIA's supply chain, is expected to see substantial growth in AI server orders this year, especially with the expected increase in revenue contribution from AI server products in the fourth quarter and next year.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
TSMC's CoWoS advanced packaging production capacity is in serious short supply, with downstream supply chain rumors indicating TSMC is considering building an advanced packaging plant in Pingtung as its Nanke Jiayi Park new plant expands. TSMC has not responded to these rumors as of the last update. The company aims to increase its advanced packaging capabilities to meet growing demand and is expanding its presence across Taiwan to include seven advanced packaging locations in Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Miaoli, Taichung, Jiayi, Tainan, and Pingtung. Pingtung County government is actively preparing to attract TSMC to the region, presenting an opportunity for industrial upgrade in the area with the development of the Southern Taiwan technology industry corridor.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
TSMC is rumored to establish an advanced packaging plant in Pingtung County, prompting concerns about challenges in land, water, and electricity supply. However, the Pingtung County government reassures that there is sufficient land with 173.16 hectares in industrial parks, abundant groundwater and aquifer resources, and a commitment to green energy. The county has various industrial parks under development to meet business needs, and recent initiatives have positioned Pingtung as a model county for ESG practices. Furthermore, support from the semiconductor supply chain and infrastructure developments demonstrate that Pingtung is well-prepared for potential investments in advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Amazon is developing a powerful AI chatbot codenamed 'Metis' to challenge OpenAI's ChatGPT dominance. This development is expected to drive a new wave of AI server deployments under Amazon's cloud services (AWS), benefiting server manufacturers Quanta (2382), Wistron (2356), and Compal Electronics (6669). Metis is designed to provide intelligent responses to text and image-related queries using a technology called 'retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)'. Amazon aims to transform Metis into an 'AI agent' capable of executing complex tasks for users, such as providing stock prices or controlling smart home devices.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
As Amazon makes a push into AI chatbot market and expands its in-house chip ecosystem, there are reports of it partnering with Taiwan's IC design company UMC (3034) to develop AI application-specific integrated circuits (ASIC). UMC is poised to secure a large contract from Anthropic, an AI startup backed by AWS, for customized AI chip design, potentially leading to more orders from Amazon for AI chips. The focus on custom AI processors is increasing in the industry, and with UMC's advanced technology and partnership with Arm, it is well-positioned to meet the rising demand in this market.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Entertainment News, June 25, 2024, 6:37 PM: The trend of 'E16 Squat' has become popular, with Kun Da expressing exhaustion. The TORO press conference ended with his handsome face injured and bleeding.
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