Reported 7 months ago
The Panama Canal avoided a shipping crisis by carefully managing its water resources and experiencing favorable weather conditions. Initially reducing the number of vessels allowed to cross due to drought, the canal's authority has gradually increased the limit as water levels rose, aiming to return to full capacity in 2025 if rain patterns persist. By implementing water-saving measures and benefiting from a wetter dry season, the canal has alleviated the impact of El Niño, highlighting the increasing influence of extreme weather on global waterways and trade flows.
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Reported 7 months ago
The article discusses the censorship faced by R&B and Hip Hop music videos, highlighting how they often push boundaries and ignite debates on artistic freedom versus social impact. Some banned videos include Rihanna's 'Pour It Up', Ciara's 'Ride', Nelly's 'E.I. - TIPDRILL REMIX', and Kanye West's 'Monster'. Despite facing restrictions, these visuals have still made significant impacts on music culture and society.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
On June 14, 2024, the Taiwan stock market opened low and closed high, with the weighted index rising by 192.68 points to 22504.72 points, up by 0.86%. According to the Taiwan Stock Exchange, the three major institutional investors bought a net total of 22.627 billion NT dollars on this day, with the top buyer being Hon Hai (Foxconn) purchasing 45,426 shares, continuing their 7-day buying streak. Due to Foxconn's involvement in the AI trend and having orders from Apple and Nvidia, their stock price has been soaring for consecutive days, reaching a new high in 16 years. Netizens expressed shock at the rapid increase. The second top buyer was AU Optronics, with 27,040 shares bought, for a 2-day buying streak. Observation of the top ten stocks bought by the three major institutional investors today includes 6 electronics stocks, 3 traditional industry stocks, and 1 financial stock.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
TVLine.com shares possible dream roles for actors of recently cancelled TV shows, suggesting new characters like Abbott Elementary's new P.E. coach, an enigmatic bureaucrat in Severance, and more, providing fresh opportunities for stars from axed shows in the upcoming Fall TV lineup after numerous show cancellations in 2024.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 14, 2024, at 10:00 AM, Wang Rongwen, Chairman of Yuan-Liou Publishing Co., who aspired to be a publisher since his fourth year in college, has been devoted to the publishing industry for nearly half a century, displaying foresight and a broad vision. For him, the allure of publishing lies in creating something out of nothing, making it a place for idealism and courage, and extending its reach to the cultural and creative field. In recent years, Wang Rongwen has actively promoted local revitalization, aiming to transform his hometown, Yizhu Township in Chiayi County, into a table tennis village to promote the sport, nurture talent, and find new solutions for elderly care. The sixth season of 'Celebrity Study' with new content will premiere every Friday night at 22:00 from May 3 on YahooTV: https://tw.tv.yahoo.com/celebrity-study. Learn more about 'Celebrity Study' on the official website, fan page, and IG.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
一段關於爸爸試圖給金毛獵犬洗澡的笑話在網上引起共鳴。金毛獵犬泰迪愛游泳卻討厭其他所有水，包括洗澡。爸爸於6月12日分享一段只有8秒的短片，展示給泰迪洗澡的過程，泰迪不僅讓爸爸抱著他，還伸出爪子避免進入淋浴間。這段影片引發網友近600條評論，許多人表示金毛獵犬對水的愛恨情仇。金毛獵犬擁有適合在水中游泳的身體特質，並擁有防水的毛髮結構。主人需注意幫他們拭乾耳朵以防止耳朵感染，並在泳後監控狗狗安全。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Elon Musk responded to Tesla investors approving his compensation plan by predicting that Tesla's robot-making efforts may surpass its car business, with the potential to earn around $1 trillion in profit annually from its humanoid robot named Optimus. Musk's ambitious projections hinge on Tesla achieving a valuation 10 times that of the most valuable company today through this venture, despite challenges in delivering on past predictions like turning Tesla cars into robotaxis.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
根据JATO Dynamics的一份报告，中国汽车制造商在全球范围内首次卖出的汽车数量超过了美国对手。 该报告显示，中国品牌在2023年卖出了1340万辆新车，而美国汽车公司卖出了约1190万辆汽车。 中国正在不断增加其在中东，非洲和欧亚大陆的市场份额，其销售在拉丁美洲和东南亚也在增长。 去年，新兴经济体销售了超过1750万辆车辆，超过了美国或欧洲发达经济体总销量。 尽管超越美国汽车制造商，但根据这份报告，中国仍远远落后于第一名，该名次属于日本，其品牌在2023年卖出了超过2300万辆汽车。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
俄罗斯总统普京表示只要满足一定条件，他愿意与乌克兰进行和平谈判，要求乌克兰放弃加入北约并撤出被莫斯科吞并的地区。瑞士和平峰会即将召开，但俄罗斯未受邀，普京提出的条件遭到乌克兰和北约拒绝。乌克兰认为普京的条件荒谬，北约认为这是更多侵略和占领的提议，美国也表达了反对意见。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
After laying off staff, Elon Musk's Twitter demands former employees in Australia to repay up to $46,500 due to alleged currency conversion error. Employees were overpaid in the form of Twitter shares, and the company is now requesting repayment or threatening legal action. The chaotic situation follows Musk's troubled acquisition of Twitter, leading to mass layoffs and a decline in the platform's reputation.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
On June 14, 2024, Taiwan's women's archery team secured 3 full quota spots at the Paris Olympics by defeating Ukraine 5-1 in the quarterfinals of the qualification tournament held in Antalya, Turkey. Led by Lei Chien-ying, the team of Qiu Yi-qing and Lee Tsai-chi advanced to the quarterfinals and secured the full quota seats for the women's archery event at the Olympics. The team managed to secure the victory by skillfully shooting their way through the competition.
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Reported 7 months ago
王力宏原本計劃在金曲獎獻聲，重新詮釋已逝李玟的經典好歌，但因受到網友反感和批評，指他過去私德問題有損李玟形象，最終他透過經紀公司宏聲音樂發表聲明請辭演出，以避免模糊李玟對華語音樂的貢獻。
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Reported 7 months ago
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Reported 7 months ago
Shanghai正在允許10輛特斯拉車輛進行最先進的自駕車軟體測試，以鋪平其在中國的推出道路。特斯拉首席執行官埃隆·馬斯克（Elon Musk）在四月進行了一次北京的突擊訪問，據信是為了討論FSD的推出。 上個月，中國官方媒體表示，特斯拉在上海的一家工廠已開始進行Megapack能源儲存電池的生產，並贊揚了該公司對在中國的投資承諾。 The Shanghai Observer指出，金融中心南匯新城將“加強和補充”特斯拉能源儲存的鏈條，以增強能源儲存產業的聚集度。特斯拉還與上海臨港簽署合同以實現本地商業化。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Law enforcement agencies from 9 countries collaborated with Europol to dismantle a cocaine distribution network this week after a 3-year investigation. Operating from a logistics center in West Africa, the drug trafficking group was responsible for transferring nearly 8 tons of cocaine from South America to the EU region. The operation led to the arrest of 40 individuals, confiscation or freezing of over 22 billion in cash and assets. This highly sophisticated crime network required coordination among multiple partners across various countries, with Spain's Guardia Civil taking the lead and Europol coordinating efforts to combat the drug trafficking network.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards invited singer Wang Leehom to perform a tribute to the late singer Coco Lee, but controversies arose due to his past scandals, leading his management company, Hom Shing Culture, to issue a statement on the evening of June 14 stating that they would decline the performance to avoid wasting social resources and to not obscure Coco Lee’s contributions to Chinese music. The Cultural Affairs Department quickly decided to communicate with the production unit and the family members regarding this issue after receiving various opinions over the last couple of days.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
王力宏於深夜請辭擔任金曲獎表演嘉賓，以避免模糊對已故李玟的真誠致意。雖原計劃緬懷李玟，但因引起網友爭議，經考量後宏聲文化決定取消王力宏的演出。未來將以其他方式表達對好友的敬意。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
The article discusses new entertainment options including the highly anticipated 'Inside Out 2' Pixar sequel bringing new emotions like Anxiety and Envy, the fourth season of 'The Boys' for superhero enthusiasts, and the return of the 'House of the Dragon' Game of Thrones prequel. From movie recommendations to TV show updates, there is something for everyone to enjoy this season.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Sam Hui is set to perform at Taipei Arena starting today after canceling previous shows due to an RSV infection last week. Hui expressed surprise at being able to hit high notes during rehearsals, indicating he believed he would be fine for the concert. Despite feeling unwell, he was determined to give a powerful performance and commented humorously about his illness, expressing apology to fans and organizers. Hui joked about his recovery while cautioning against imitating his acrobatics, highlighting the challenges of his recent illness and reflecting on his daughter's past struggles with similar conditions.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
中信兄弟在台北大巨蛋主場對陣樂天桃猿，先發投手猛登表現超卓，繳出本季代表作，限制樂天打線，最終以5：2勝出，中斷近期的3連敗。兄弟攻守俱佳，先發持久表現討喜，不斷攻佔滿壘得分，吸引16103名球迷進場觀看比賽。
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Reported 7 months ago
A recent incident on National Freeway No. 2 involving a beauty in a low-cut high-slit dress directing traffic unexpectedly drew attention, later revealed to be popular online influencer Zhang Shuqing with over 670,000 followers. Old elementary school photos of Zhang surfaced, showing a significant transformation in appearance, sparking rumors of plastic surgery. Zhang addressed the speculation, explaining how her style and makeup techniques evolved over time. She emphasized her natural beauty and dismissed claims of cosmetic enhancements, providing insights on her personal growth and journey towards self-improvement through styling. Zhang's involvement in aiding at the accident scene was commended, with details shared on her actions to assist those in need until professional help arrived.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
The International Olympic Committee plans to utilize artificial intelligence to prevent abusive posts on social media targeting 15,000 athletes and officials at the upcoming Paris Olympics. This decision comes amid geopolitical tensions, such as the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, which have already resulted in social media abuse. The AI tool will proactively monitor and erase abusive content, safeguarding athletes during the Games, with expectations of over half a billion social media engagements throughout the event.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Major market averages are opening Friday's session lower after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite achieved consecutive record highs during the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 are showing declines, with technical analysis and market insights discussed by Yahoo Finance's Seana Smith, Brad Smith, and Jared Blikre, focusing on the recent movement and performance of the indices. The week saw significant news like the CPI and Fed meeting, with notable sector leaders such as chip stocks making impact amidst potential rate cut expectations.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
王力宏受邀在第35屆金曲獎上演唱好友李玟的經典歌曲，卻因遭網友反彈而於14日晚決定請辭演出。王力宏30年友誼深厚的李玟家人表示理解，王力宏則在經紀公司發表聲明提到要避免「浪費社會資源」，將以其他方式表達對好友的致敬。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
王力宏原本受邀在第35屆金曲獎為過世的華語天后李玟獻唱經典歌，但因引發網友爭議而決定請辭演出。王力宏的經紀公司表示要避免模糊李玟對華語音樂的貢獻，並表示將以其他方式表達對好朋友的致意。
Source: YAHOO