Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, a grand declaration to 'punish Taiwan independence' was made amidst a tense atmosphere in Beijing. Surprisingly, even pro-China figures like Ma Ying-jeou, Eric Chu, and Weng Hsiao-ling found themselves stepping into a minefield. While the situation seems to target so-called 'Taiwan independence' figures, the majority of pro-independence individuals in Taiwan are oddly calm and seem ready to witness the joke of pro-China supporters. The article questions the real implications of the operation, the potential trials facing certain Blue camp figures, and the intricacies surrounding the handling of constitutional issues and parliamentary powers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Stock futures show a mixed start to the week as the market eyes important economic data, including the Personal Consumption Expenditures index, with Bitcoin experiencing losses and hovering around $61,000. European regulators are targeting Apple's App Store for breaching competition rules under the Digital Markets Act, requiring the tech giant to allow developers to offer customers cheaper purchasing options without charge. EU regulators have also launched a probe into Apple's developer contract terms.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The US Dollar saw initial pullback before showing strength against the Japanese Yen in trading on Monday. Potential signs of breaking through the psychologically significant 160 yen level were noted, with historical intervention by the Bank of Japan at this level. Short-term dip expected before potential breakthrough. Interest rate differentials continue to drive the USD/JPY rally, with no indication of rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Outlook indicates continued weakening of the Japanese yen in the long term.
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Reported about 1 year ago
BuzzFeed的35個尷尬錯誤號碼簡訊，情況已經失控。我們都知道收到錯誤號碼簡訊是一個絕對令人振奮的經驗。但該如何回應？是以冷靜、優雅的方式？還是像完全正常的人類一樣？答案當然是否定的。讓我們欣賞一些我見過的最好的錯誤號碼回覆。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Reddit users shared impactful tips for improving mental health, including leaving toxic work environments, prioritizing self-care, emphasizing the importance of sleep and routine, questioning negative thoughts with spiritual teachings, practicing self-love, avoiding urgency as a trauma response, maintaining a clutter-free environment, focusing on the present, setting boundaries, removing toxic people, not dwelling on 'what ifs,' engaging in activities like walking, caring for plants, creating, and writing, and simply going outside. These suggestions provide valuable insights for mental wellness.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan's women's volleyball team defeated the host Thailand to clinch third place at the U18 Asian Championships, securing a spot in the U19 World Championships next year. Despite being the shortest team in the tournament with an average height of 168cm, they displayed strong skills and teamwork to advance to the semifinals and secure the coveted ticket to the U19 World Championships. Coach Lin Yong-shun attributed their success to meticulous analysis of opponents' weaknesses and strategic gameplay. The team's young players, led by MVP Chen Pin-yu, showcased maturity and determination throughout the tournament, culminating in a victory over Thailand in the third-place match.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A research institution predicts that the global driverless taxi market will reach NT$600 billion by 2028, with major tech giants investing in this sector. Waymo, a driverless taxi service under Google's parent company, has been in operation for over two years and has been fully commercialized since August 2023. The news team from SET News conducted an exclusive test in San Francisco, where the driverless taxis provided by Waymo operate similarly to regular ride-hailing platforms but with advanced features such as self-unlocking, personalized identification, and AI-controlled driving. Passengers praised the experience for its safety, affordability, and convenience, highlighting the positive potential of driverless vehicles in the future market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A young woman shared her struggles of working a full-time job and a part-time job, with 12-hour workdays totaling a monthly income of only 40,000 NTD. She not only has to pay a 20,000 NTD filial piety fee to her family monthly but also has rent to cover, making her question the meaning of living. Despite being just 24 years old, she shoulders part of the caregiving cost for her mother due to a car accident, emphasizing the financial burden and lack of room for negotiation among siblings. Netizens empathize with her situation and suggest exploring other job opportunities or seeking assistance programs.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network - On June 24, 2024, at 9:15 am, the Taiwan Lottery continues to have multiple jackpot winners, with the recent Power Lottery drawing a 2 billion jackpot in the 113000051st draw. The winning numbers for the draw were announced. The lottery has been seeing a streak of jackpot wins recently, with previous jackpots from Power Lottery and Daily Lotto. The excitement continues as the jackpot keeps growing and new winners emerge.
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Reported about 1 year ago
TSMC is set to construct the third-phase factory in Kaohsiung on a 17.22-hectare land, expected to create job opportunities for about a thousand people. The urban planning amendment was approved by the Kaohsiung City Government today. The factory is part of TSMC's expansion plan, with the environmental impact assessment scheduled for tomorrow.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As temperatures rise, Taiwan experienced a peak electricity load of 40.54 million kilowatts today, the fourth highest in history, due to hot weather increasing power consumption. With the ongoing increase in summer temperatures, it is expected that electricity usage may rise further in mid to late July. Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) spokesman mentioned that recent days have seen a surge in electricity usage, especially before afternoon thunderstorms, leading to more air conditioning usage and higher power consumption. Taipower also revealed plans to announce monthly power supply and demand situations until December, ensuring a surplus capacity for peak hours.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Kim Ji-won was spotted in Taipei wearing slippers and enjoying duck, blending in with Taiwanese daily life. Fans were surprised as she interacted with them on the street, with some trying to pass her handwritten cards. Fans noted her casual attire and speculated whether she wore slippers due to the recent heavy rain in Taipei. Kim Ji-won's down-to-earth appearance pleased fans, with many expressing admiration for her simplicity and lack of idol burden.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff and model Christen Harper tied the knot in a beautiful wedding ceremony in Ojai, California. The couple, who started dating in 2019, got engaged in 2022 and recently exchanged vows surrounded by friends, family, and their dog Quincy. The wedding came after Goff signed a lucrative contract with the Lions, and the pair expressed excitement for their long-awaited celebration.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Red Bull車手維斯塔潘在2024年F1西班牙大獎賽中奪冠，這是他本季第7勝。比賽精彩攻防，維斯塔潘連續兩次取得冠軍並保持領先優勢。Red Bull隊友也取得積分完賽，讓Red Bull成績亮眼。維斯塔潘在比賽後表示起跑是關鍵，他排在前面並成功擴大差距，最終以兩秒差距率先衝線。
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Reported about 1 year ago
蔡正元批評前立委沈富雄缺乏政治判斷力，最近將韓國瑜捧為新的偶像。蔡正元指出，沈富雄過去曾將侯友宜捧得醉醺醺，最終卻轉向貶低，現在又像影迷般捧韓國瑜。他嗆道，沈富雄若支持誰，該人會遭難。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Entertainment News, June 24, 2024, 9:05 AM: Lou Junshuo's Hong Kong concert showcases 'massive underwear' achievements, with Focus Fanfan revealing the secrets hidden within.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, reporter Zhong Zhi-kai reported for SET News that actress Pei Zhen, along with 19 other celebrities such as Ma Niu, Loli Ta, singer Meng Qing-er, Jie Wei-ling, and more, attended a tea party and celebration event organized by a well-known dessert brand to express gratitude for their 10th anniversary. The event featured a warm and touching performance by singer Meng Qing-er, where her specially created theme song 'Because of You' was unveiled. Pei Zhen, known as a model daughter-in-law, also shared emotional stories of her parents' sacrifices to support her studies abroad, bringing tears to the audience.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, actress Yue Hong, from the drama 'Heavenly Principle,' portrayed by the character 'Zhu Liping,' who left home in her youthful rebellion, finally met her father, the Feng Shui master 'Zhu Shengchang' (played by Nie Bingxian). They had never acted together due to being portrayed at different ages by Fan Chenfei and Yue Hong. In a touching moment, Yue Hong knelt down to apologize to her father, expressing her regrets for being kicked out of the house years ago. The article describes their emotional reunion and reconciliation on set, emphasizing the importance of filial piety in real life.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Last week, EU leaders failed to reach a consensus on the four top positions within the EU during an informal summit. The final decision is expected to be made this Thursday at the regular EU summit. Ursula von der Leyen, the current President of the European Commission from Germany, is highly likely to be reelected for a second five-year term. Support from the largest party in the new parliament, the European People's Party (EPP) is seen as crucial, with von der Leyen needing to secure at least 361 votes out of the 406 seats held by the EPP, the Social Democrats, and the Liberals. Negotiations are ongoing to ensure von der Leyen garners enough votes for reelection in the European Parliament vote scheduled for July 17 in Strasbourg.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A bus was stolen in Taipei City as an unknown individual drove it away while the driver was absent at the Metropolitan Transport Corporation terminal parking lot. Following the route tracked by the operator, the bus was recovered within half an hour, and authorities were alerted. The Taipei City Public Transportation Department has reminded all operators to fulfill their responsibility in safeguarding vehicle keys. The incident is currently being investigated as theft, and no fines have been imposed on the operators as it is the first such event in Taipei City.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Shopify在其雙年產品活動中表示，將其人工智慧技術工具，包括Sidekick助手和圖像生成功能，提供給更多用戶，藉此增加其電子商務平台的吸引力，推動收入增長。客戶現在可以使用其編輯工具在智能手機上增強用於促銷材料的圖像，包括電子郵件。另外，Shopify還擴大了對已在測試一年多並擁有2000多個用戶的聊天機器人Sidekick的使用，該聊天機器人可幫助商家解答問題，提供有關客戶行為的洞察。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) gained over 30,000 new shareholders last week, with its stock price rising to 984 NT dollars and a foreign expert projecting a possible rise to 2,800 NT dollars in six years. Former Wall Street trader Qu Ye-shang noted that TSMC's technology leadership makes it a unique investment, suggesting buying more shares if the price dips to 700-800 NT dollars, as its value may hit 1 trillion US dollars by 2030, likely pushing the price to 2,800 NT dollars.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024, at 9:00 AM, the Power Lottery jackpot of 200 million yuan was reported by Wei Juncheng from Finance Center on SET News. The winning numbers for the 113000051st draw are as follows: 07, 13, 16, 22, 25, 26 for the first section and 08 for the second section. The public is advised to gamble responsibly and not let excessive betting affect their normal lives. Other news on SET News includes a man causing a scene at a store and a dog owner offering a reward of 300,000 for a missing pet.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 24, 2024 at 9:00 AM, the 113000051st draw of the Power Lottery took place, with the winning numbers being 07, 13, 16, 22, 25, 26 for the first set and 08 for the second set. The jackpot for this draw is guaranteed at 200 million NT dollars. Check your lottery ticket now to see if you are the lucky winner and can retire overnight from the workforce. Further details of other lottery results are available on the Taiwan Lottery official website.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Kaohsiung, due to a driver's momentary inattentiveness, a car grazed a sidewalk transformer, hitting six motorcycles and one car, causing a power outage in 826 nearby households. Police notified Taiwan Power Company for emergency repairs, restoring power by around 9 a.m. The driver suffered minor injuries, tested negative for alcohol, and is suspected of not paying attention to the road conditions. The incident led to two damaged transformers and the need for compensation from the driver to cover repair costs.
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