Reported 10 months ago
Marriage offers financial benefits, including spousal Social Security benefits, but some are lost after divorce. Ex-spouses can still claim Social Security benefits based on their former partner's work record if married for at least 10 years and not remarried. The benefit amount is half of the ex's entitlement at their full retirement age. Applying before your own full retirement age reduces benefits permanently. To apply, gather personal information and contact the Social Security Administration. It's crucial to understand your options for better retirement planning.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
Over the past two decades, the world's most valuable companies have shifted from industrial and oil businesses to tech giants. Companies like Microsoft, Apple, Nvidia, Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta lead the market. Broadcom, with a market cap of $851 billion, is on track to join this elite group. Providing critical semiconductor technology for AI infrastructure, Broadcom's revenue growth suggests it could reach a $1 trillion market cap by 2026. With recent strong results and a 10-for-1 stock split announcement, Broadcom's position in the AI revolution positions it well for future success.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
The daily finance horoscope for June 21, 2024, provides insights for each zodiac sign regarding financial matters. Aries are advised to identify and address underlying problems, while Taurus is encouraged to share responsibilities. Gemini is urged to wait for clarity, and Cancer is reminded to trust their intuition. Leos are advised to focus on building their finances, while Virgos are advised to be patient. Libra should pay attention to details, Scorpio to unleash their imagination, and Sagittarius to learn from others. Capricorn is reminded to prioritize self-evaluation, Aquarius to avoid relying on credit, and Pisces to focus on self-care and well-being.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
On June 21, 2024, due to the transfer of Taipei Chief Prosecutor Cheng Ming-chien to the Ministry of Justice and the completion of the term of Kaohsiung Chief Prosecutor Fei Ling-ling, the Taipei and Kaohsiung chief prosecutor positions were vacant. Cheng Ming-chien announced the new chief prosecutor changes, appointing Wang Chun-li, the former Director of the Investigation Bureau, as the Taipei Chief Prosecutor, and appointing Chu Chia-chi as the Kaohsiung Chief Prosecutor. The vacancy in the Tainan chief prosecutor position will be filled by the Director of the Administrative Enforcement Agency, Huang Yu-yuan.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
A recent report reveals the increasing prevalence of illegal e-cigarettes laced with etomidate, also known as 'overhead cigarettes,' being abused in Taiwan. The addictive properties of etomidate pose severe threats to the physical and mental health of users. Authorities and stakeholders are urged to evaluate the harms of etomidate abuse, strengthen control measures, crack down on illegal products, and enhance public awareness to prevent young individuals from falling into this harmful trend.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
According to TVBS News on June 21, 2024, due to a strong Pacific high-pressure system, Taiwan is experiencing weaker southerly winds, resulting in partly cloudy to clear skies in various areas. While isolated rain is expected in the southeast and Hengchun Peninsula, central and northern regions, Yilan, Hualien, and mountainous areas need to be cautious of afternoon thunderstorms, especially in the southern side of Greater Taipei. Temperatures range from 31 to 36 degrees Celsius, peaking above 36 degrees in certain locations, emphasizing the need for sun protection, staying hydrated, and carrying rain gear when going out. The weekend will remain hot with clear skies and temperatures reaching up to 35 degrees. Rainfall is expected to decrease during the weekend but become more apparent in eastern regions next week.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
A famous beautiful lawyer, Li Yizhen, recently opened a securities account to try her hand at investing, but ended up losing continuously. She mistakenly picked a stock market dud and joked about being in the 'dark' market. After purchasing 5 TSMC stocks, she woke up to see the stock price had dropped, but she decided to double down on TSMC, challenging others to 'keep laughing.' Her actions sparked discussions and teasing among netizens, pointing out the possible 'curse' of her stock investments.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
The parliamentary reform reconsideration motion was voted on in the Legislative Yuan, with the final vote results showing 62 votes against the reconsideration motion and 51 votes in favor, successfully blocking the motion by the blue and white camp. KMT legislator Hsieh Lung-chieh stated that what DPP is hiding will soon be revealed. Last month, the Legislative Yuan passed the 'Five Acts of Parliamentary Reform' after nearly four days of intense debate and defense, but the Executive Yuan filed a reconsideration motion citing reasons like 'difficult to implement'. After President Lai Ching-te approved it, the motion was sent to the Legislative Yuan, where both parties debated for two days before today's vote. Ultimately, with 62 votes against and 51 votes in favor of the motion, the opposition camp of KMT and PFP emerged as winners. Hsieh Lung-chieh expressed his doubts about DPP's actions during its eight years in power, questioning why they were obstructing the people's right to know the truth. He emphasized the importance of parliamentary reform for national transparency and thanked the support of the people in moving forward bravely.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
Kimberly Chen (Chen Fang Yu) is set to release a new album called 'kiki' after a 3-year hiatus. At the Hit Fm event on June 21, she shared that the album promotes environmental sustainability, animal rights, and diversity. In the promotional photos, she transforms into a sexy mermaid with a bold 'big raisin' design on her chest, hinting at a 'cranberry' version as well. Through this new image, Chen aims to advocate for gender equality and free the nipple movement, with positive response from fans. She also opens up about the pressure faced while recording the album, unintentional weight loss, and her boyfriend's support. Despite some controversies surrounding her, her relationship, and past struggles, Chen remains focused on her music career and personal growth.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
The Legislative Yuan voted against a bill proposing a reconsideration of parliamentary powers reform, leading to the Executive Yuan's decision to provide a Constitutional interpretation. Huang Kuo-chang from the People's Party stated that while they respect the Executive Yuan's right to provide interpretation, Prime Minister Su Tseng-chang should publicly accept the resolution made by the Legislative Yuan today. Despite the bill's rejection, the People's Party remains committed to pushing forward various reform bills and exercising its oversight function in the new parliamentary investigation and hearing proceedings.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
On June 21, 2024, heavy rain fell in the afternoon, disrupting the 'Green Bird Action' site near the Legislative Yuan where the Administrative Yuan was handling a motion for reconsideration of the parliamentary reform amendment proposed by the Kuomintang and the People's Party. Although the 'Blue Eagle Action' ended around noon, the Green Bird activists remained steadfast by the Legislative Yuan even as a thunderstorm occurred in the afternoon. The two opposing groups continued their activities despite the changing weather conditions, with supporters either dispersing or enduring the torrential rain.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
On June 21, 2024, Mayor Lin Chih-chang of Hsinchu posted a photo on Facebook holding a mango ice to kick off the summer, but sharp-eyed netizens pointed out that the ice was actually from a shop in Kaohsiung, joking that he was promoting Kaohsiung for free. In response, Hsinchu City Government clarified that the mango ice was AI-generated. The photo was created using the latest AI technology through prompts. Netizens discovered the resemblance to a mango ice from a shop in Kaohsiung, as they teased Mayor Lin for free promotion. This incident raised discussions about AI imagery and the use of promotional tactics.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
Late at night on June 20, 2024, in Yilan Fruit and Vegetable Market, a dog belonging to a vendor was resting in the middle aisle when a car drove in for delivery. Despite seeing the dog, the driver did not stop and ran over the dog, causing it to ultimately succumb to its injuries. The incident sparked outrage among nearby vendors and the driver's spouse later apologized, claiming they did not notice the dog due to poor lighting and being preoccupied with finding the stall. The market personnel expressed intent to investigate the driver's actions and potentially penalize any negligence.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
警方在獨家報導中提到，針對立法院周邊申請集會狀況進行說明，包括活動區域的設定和警方的部署安排以及提醒參與民眾應保持理性，遵守規定並尊重彼此言論表達自由，以確保集會活動順利舉行並確保參加民眾的安全。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
在第17屆Freshmusic Awards中，蘇珮卿獲得三項大獎，而許富凱在激烈的投票戰後脫穎而出，獲得FMA年度大躍進獎。這次頒獎典禮首次將年度專輯頒給台語作品，由巴奈的《夜婆》奪得，並評選出夏之禹和邱淑蟬等新晉人物，展現出多樣且具備新意的音樂風貌。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
藝人陳妍希與陳曉遭狗仔曝出婚變後保持沉默，但今日卻現身新劇開機，引起熱議，有網友指出前幾日婚變傳聞可能只是為新劇造勢，並澄清她並未全心帶孩子的說法。網友列出陳妍希近年的工作行程，與狗仔指控的照顧孩子時間不符，批評炒作嫌疑。
Source: COM
Reported 10 months ago
Former Chairman of Taichung Bank, Wang Guifeng, is accused of spending 1.1 billion NTD of public funds on luxurious cars and renting private planes for personal use. The New Taipei District Prosecutors' Office concluded its investigation and is seeking a 15-year sentence and a 500 million NTD fine for Wang. The investigation revealed Wang's extravagant spending patterns and misuse of company resources, resulting in substantial losses amounting to over 11 billion NTD for Taichung Bank.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
Ruan Jingtian, the Golden Horse award-winning actor who rose to fame with the movie 'Zhou Chu Exterminates Three Evils' last year, announced on Instagram that his mother had passed away at the age of 70 after battling illness. He tearfully expressed his gratitude to everyone and stated that his mother has transformed into a butterfly. At his mother's funeral in Taichung on June 21, Ruan Jingtian appeared visibly thinner and emotional, thanking the public for their concern before returning to the busy event.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
A speedboat smuggling drugs was intercepted by the Coast Guard in Penghu on June 21, 2024, with two individuals involved in the drug trafficking operation facing prosecution. The suspects, one of whom had received 3 million NT dollars and recruited another individual with gambling debts, were caught attempting to dispose of nearly a ton of methamphetamine worth 1.5 billion NT dollars into the sea. Following a tip-off, the Coast Guard intercepted the smuggling operation in Penghu waters, confiscated the drugs, and arrested the two individuals for violating drug trafficking laws.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
NewJeans member Huirun of Korean girl group NewJeans recently returned to full activities after a hiatus caused by a bone fracture, with the entire group flying to Japan for various activities, including the release of a new single. The group made a special appearance at the airport with all five members together in their school uniforms, marking the first time in over two months that they appeared as a complete group. Huirun, who suffered a minor foot fracture in April, rejoined the group and headed to Japan for at least half a month of work, including promoting their new song 'Supernatural' and fan events at Tokyo Dome on the 26th and 27th.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
On the morning of June 21, 2024, police in Xizhi, New Taipei City, discovered a man surnamed Li who was wanted by the police driving a sedan and attempting to evade a checkpoint by driving erratically. After colliding with a taxi, Li was arrested by the police and suddenly began foaming at the mouth and feeling unwell. Despite emergency treatment and being rushed to a hospital, Li was pronounced dead late at night. The cause of his death is under investigation by the authorities.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
On June 21, 2024, during the review of the 'Five Acts of Parliamentary Reform,' the Legislative Yuan witnessed the 'Blue Hawk Action' initiated by the Kuomintang, aiming to identify the most wanted Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator for recall. At the end of the event, the top three DPP legislators voted most wanted for recall by the public were Huang Jié, Wu Si-yao, and Chung Chia-pin. The 'Blue Hawk Action' provided a platform for the public to vote for the legislator most desired for recall, and following the rejection of the review by a combined vote of 62 to 51, the Kuomintang and the New Power Party successfully prevented the review motion from passing.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
The Kuomintang (KMT) initiated the 'Blue Eagle Action' on June 21, 2024, calling for supporters to take to the streets to support reform, distributing over 5,000 national flags. Taipei's Qingdao East Road became a frontline for the blue and green confrontation, with 500 police present to prevent escalating conflicts. Supporters expressed their views on the need for unity and democratic supervision, with KMT legislators emphasizing the importance of officials being truthful. The area around the Legislative Yuan continued to host civil forums, reacting to ongoing parliamentary activities, with a mix of sentiments visible from different groups during the street gathering.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
On June 21, 2024, former legislator Zheng Liwen criticized the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) for obstructing the opposition party's parliamentary reform proposals. During an online interview, Zheng accused the DPP of arrogance after eight years in power and blamed President Lai Ching-te for his despotic nature. She argued that the DPP's recent actions indicate a descent into chaos and political infighting in Taiwan. Zheng highlighted the party's refusal to reform, contrasting it with the unexpected openness to change displayed by the Kuomintang, the opposition party. She criticized the DPP for hindering reforms proposed by the Kuomintang and accused them of using fear and hatred to mobilize their supporters. Zheng warned that Lai's authoritarian tendencies and refusal to listen to others could jeopardize Taiwan's democratic foundations and ultimately lead to political turmoil in the next four years. The article further discusses various criticisms and concerns raised by Zheng Liwen regarding Lai Ching-te's leadership and the current political situation in Taiwan.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 10 months ago
A tragic incident occurred at a McDonald's in South District, Taichung, on January 19th, where a 55-year-old woman surnamed Chen was found dead in a car, while a 67-year-old man surnamed Qi, who had a history of domestic violence with Chen and was her ex-husband, committed suicide after attacking her with a knife. The Taichung District Prosecutors Office concluded that Qi was the perpetrator, but due to his death, they decided not to prosecute. The couple had only been divorced for a week before the incident unfolded.
Source: YAHOO