Reported 7 months ago
根據彭博社，日本證券監督機構表示發現三家未名東京日聯金融集團銀行部門和與摩根士丹利的合營經紀公司間破壞了保護客戶數據的業務單位之間的防火牆，應對未名東京日聯銀行、摩根士丹利未名證券和未名東京日聯摩根士丹利證券等公司進行不明確的行政處置。 調查是日本最新的金融醜聞，對於該國最大的銀行來說是一個挫折，去年客戶通過與摩根士丹利合營的經紀公司購買信貸蘇黎士最冒險的債券後損失逾七億美元。
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Reported 7 months ago
As the Chinese economy remains in a slump, high-ranking Chinese officials turn their attention to the Taiwanese people for solutions. The upcoming China Strait Forum in Fujian will focus on 'integrating Taiwan,' with efforts to encourage Taiwanese to purchase homes in Xiamen and other areas, essentially aiming to have Taiwanese individuals boost the Chinese economy. The forum, lacking previous 'Taiwan-friendly measures,' will instead promote various 'city cluster integration' initiatives to attract Taiwanese investments and property acquisitions in China, addressing issues such as real estate oversupply. The move signals a shift towards relying on Taiwanese contributions amid foreign capital withdrawal and escalating Western sanctions.
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Reported 7 months ago
Germany is working to prevent or reduce the impact of the European Union's proposed tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, aiming for an amicable solution through talks with Beijing by early July. The German government, led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz, is concerned about potential disruptions to global trade. German Economy Minister Robert Habeck will travel to China to facilitate discussions. The EU's auto industry, particularly German carmakers, is at risk due to a significant portion of their sales coming from China. Chinese firms have also initiated an anti-dumping probe into EU pork imports, further escalating tensions.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Taipei District Prosecutors' Office filed an appeal against the acquittal of 7 individuals, including the company owner Lian Taisheng, in the 2020 fatal fire at the Cashbox KTV in Taipei. The initial verdict had sentenced some individuals to prison or fines, citing negligence leading to death, while Lian Taisheng and two others were acquitted due to alleged contradictions and errors in the reasoning behind the acquittal. The prosecutors argue that the acquittal of these individuals was based on flawed reasoning and will appeal the decision.
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Reported 7 months ago
Taipei District Prosecutors' Office files an appeal against the ruling that found Cashbox KTV Chairman Lian Taisheng not guilty for the deadly fire in 2020, where 6 people died and 67 were injured due to malfunctioning safety equipment. The court acquitted Lian and others involved but sentenced some to probation and community service, prompting the prosecutors to appeal citing discrepancies in the judgment and error in facts. The incident revealed that crucial safety devices were switched off or dysfunctional during the fire, which lasted 3 and a half years in trial before the verdict.
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Reported 7 months ago
Investors who invested $10,000 in former General Electric (now GE Aerospace) stock five years ago would have roughly $46,000 today, considering stock splits and spinoffs. This significant return is attributed to GE Aerospace's performance under CEO Larry Culp's tenure, as well as stock in GE HealthCare Technologies and GE Vernova. Each business, including GE Aerospace, GE HealthCare, and GE Vernova, offers unique investment opportunities, with GE HealthCare currently appearing as the best value option among the three.
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Reported 7 months ago
Democratic Progressive Party legislator Liu Jianguo was displeased with TV host Chen Fei Juan posting on her Facebook fan page labeling him a 'love swindler' and sued for compensation of 500,000 NTD, content removal, and a public apology. However, he lost in both the first and second trials, with the Supreme Court rejecting his appeal. Liu Jianguo claimed that Chen Fei Juan's actions damaged his reputation, but the Constitutional Court ruled that his application did not specify the violation of the Constitution or fundamental rights, hence dismissing the case.
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Reported 7 months ago
US, Japan, and South Korea are advancing plans for the multi-domain joint military exercise 'Freedom Edge', involving the USS Theodore Roosevelt aircraft carrier. This exercise marks the first time the three nations will conduct joint military operations in various domains including maritime, underwater, airspace, and cyberspace, with the aim to send a strong warning message ahead of a potential meeting between Russian President Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. The exercise, combining elements from past US-Korea 'Freedom Shield' and US-Japan 'Keen Edge' exercises, will further enhance military cooperation among the allies.
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Reported 7 months ago
The article discusses the merger of two trending topics on Wall Street: artificial intelligence (AI) and stock splits, exemplified by Nvidia and Broadcom. Nvidia recently completed a 10-for-1 forward split, showcasing its AI-accelerating GPUs. However, Broadcom announced a 10-for-1 stock split, introducing itself as the latest stock-split stock. With AI's projected immense economic impact by 2030, investors are closely watching AI companies like Nvidia and Broadcom, emphasizing Broadcom's diverse tech offerings beyond AI in smartphones, security, and connective solutions.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 14, 2024, at 4:05 AM, a female corpse was found floating off He Ping Island Park in Keelung, Taiwan, with unknown identity. The Coast Guard rushed to the scene upon receiving the report and retrieved the body, preliminarily identified as a middle-aged woman wearing a green shirt and black pants, without any recognizable identification or signs of external force. Due to the body's swollen condition, it is suspected to have been in the water for several days. Further investigation and identification of the cause of death will be conducted by the authorities. The news also featured other reports including an explosion at a factory in Yilan and incidents involving weapons and suspicious behaviors in public areas.
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Reported 7 months ago
FTNN News, June 14, 2024, 4:05 AM - Nationalist Party Legislator Hong Meng-kai openly acknowledges the continuous deterioration of police working conditions, highlighting that the root cause lies in the exhaustion of frontline personnel. He calls out to the new Director-General of the Police Administration, Chang Rong-hsing, to thoroughly review the labor situation, prevent recurring issues, and ensure that frontline police officers return to their professional roles. Hong emphasizes the need to reform the current officers' rights and stresses the importance of addressing the fundamental problems to avoid historical mistakes.
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Reported 7 months ago
Many people find roommates to save on rent, and one netizen shared that their new roommate has been living with them for half a year, during which the roommate does not make any noise at home, does not turn on lights, and sometimes does not even open the windows, making the original poster exclaim 'extremely exaggerated'. However, many netizens consider this a perfect roommate. The new roommate works as a cleaner, with only 3 to 4 hours of work per week, spending most of the time in their room, leading the original poster to express difficulty in understanding, comparing it to being in jail. Internet users have varied opinions, with some finding the roommate's behavior acceptable and others praising them as a perfect roommate.
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Reported 7 months ago
During an endorsement event, Selina shared her differing views on Wang Leehom's performance dedicated to the late Coco Lee at the upcoming 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony. As a devoted fan of Lee, Selina expressed that no matter how great the performance may be, it cannot replace the special place Coco holds in their hearts or ease the sadness and regrets fans feel after her passing. Selina, who is now a mother focusing on caring for her son, has been busy with work commitments, choosing her son over personal trips with her partner, showcasing her love for her child.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 14, 2024, Pingtung County officially launched aerial tours from Hengchun Airport, offering visitors a unique experience to admire the magnificent mountains and seas from an eagle's perspective at around 1000 meters above ground. The county government collaborated with Angkor Air to introduce the 'airborne Ferrari' P2012 twin-propeller aircraft, organizing the 'Pingtung Aerial Tours - Discovering the South Border' event. The tours last about 30 minutes, taking off from Hengchun Airport and flying over various scenic spots in Pingtung, with narrations by the county chief, providing a renewed understanding of the beauty of the southern border. Participants receive exclusive souvenirs and certificates upon completion, ensuring a safe and exciting flying experience.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Third Brigade of the Police Security Department under the Ministry of the Interior recently busted a drug trafficking group led by a man surnamed Chen, seizing a large quantity of K drugs and cold medicine worth over ten million at a private tin-roofed club in Kaohsiung. After monitoring the suspect for a long time, the police caught him and successfully dismantled the drug trafficking group during a party. The cold medicine pills found can be used to extract a small amount of ephedrine. The suspects were arrested and the case was sent to the Kaohsiung District Prosecutor's Office for further investigation.
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Reported 7 months ago
FTNN News reported on June 14, 2024, that Jolin Tsai recently performed in Nanchang and tasted the local cuisine, finding most of it too spicy. She tried a unique drink called 'Century Egg Latte' and was puzzled by its strange taste, exclaiming how weird it was. Tsai's experience with Nanchang delicacies included struggling with the spiciness and encountering the unconventional drink.
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Reported 7 months ago
Despite being ranked as the most influential university in Taiwan on June 14, 2024, National Cheng Kung University faced an unusual situation where its history department had zero admissions during the recent unified enrollment process. The university attributes this to the changing future employment trends influenced by the AI trend. With the decrease in students due to Taiwan's low birth rate and the diverse application channels, some departments faced challenges in enrollment, leading to unexpected outcomes in admissions.
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Reported 7 months ago
As the Men's T20 World Cup group stage nears its end, teams like India, Australia, West Indies, and Afghanistan have already secured spots in the Super 8s, while others like USA, Pakistan, Canada, Ireland, England, Scotland, South Africa, Bangladesh, and Nepal are still vying for qualification based on their remaining fixtures and net run-rate calculations. The article explains the scenarios each team needs to reach the next stage and lists which teams have been eliminated so far.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) is preparing for the promotion of tokenization of real world assets by assisting the Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corp. and 6 financial institutions in establishing the 'Real World Assets Tokenization Task Force'. The initiative involves utilizing blockchain, cryptography, and smart contracts to transform real world assets into digital tokens for potential advantages in trading efficiency and liquidity. The task force aims to drive financial technology development and innovation by discussing related promotion matters, selecting asset targets for tokenization, and seeking conceptual validations and experimental applications from participating financial institutions.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Investigation Bureau of Kaohsiung City thoroughly implemented the government's '5-7 Safety' policy and successfully cracked down on drug trafficking groups attempting to smuggle 8.23 kilograms of methamphetamine into the country through international online shopping by concealing it in goods. The Bureau, along with the police, seized the suspect and discovered a significant amount of drugs, leading to the arrest of additional suspects and the seizure of crime tools such as modified assault rifles, handguns, and drugs in a building in Kaohsiung City.
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Reported 7 months ago
Visitors in Edinburgh, Scotland embark on fan pilgrimage tours to locations that inspired J.K. Rowling, using umbrellas as wands and reciting spells before departing, visiting spots like the gravestone in Greyfriars Kirkyard for Voldemort's name inspiration, and Elephant House café where Rowling wrote the famous series. The Scotland National Tourism Organization reveals that one-fifth of tourists visit Scotland due to film, TV, or literature, with Harry Potter being a major draw. Despite controversies over Rowling's recent comments, fans still flock to Edinburgh for themed tours, souvenir shopping, and magical experiences, contributing significantly to the tourism industry.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Shin Kong Financial shareholders' meeting was held by Chen Liwen on June 14, 2024, at 4:00 AM, where they acknowledged the 2023 financial statements and loss coverage plan. They passed the articles of association amendment, increasing the authorized capital from 185 billion NTD to 330 billion NTD, as well as amendments to director election procedures and long-term fund-raising plans. Shin Kong Financial reported a combined net loss of 7.324 billion NTD last year, with reasons attributed to the widening gap between Taiwan and the US, and increased foreign exchange hedging costs. However, the banking and securities subsidiaries performed well, earning 6.791 billion NTD and 2.499 billion NTD respectively, reaching historical highs.
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Reported 7 months ago
Lavonte David, Buccaneers linebacker, considered retiring or leaving in free agency after the 2023 season if the team wasn't successful, but a surprise NFC South title and playoff run changed his mind. Despite the end of his contract, David re-signed with the Bucs with ease this offseason, expressing his love for football and eagerness to continue playing at a high level. With the team's recent success, David is committed to staying with the Buccaneers and aiming for another great season.
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Reported 7 months ago
A man surnamed Liao in Taipei was fined 5,000 NT dollars for crashing his car into the steel flowerbed in front of the Presidential Office while shouting at the guards twice, with police finding gas guns and a machete inside his vehicle. Liao claimed he intended to bring attention to societal issues and carried the weapons for self-defense, but the court dismissed his appeal, stating his actions posed a serious threat to public order. The first incident occurred on November 12, 2023, while the second took place at the Presidential Office entrance, leading to the conviction and fine.
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Reported 7 months ago
Last year, a 39-year-old wanted offender named Yang in Chahua County, who was under the influence of drugs, tried to escape a police checkpoint by ramming into the officers while riding a motorcycle with a friend. The police officer, surnamed Cai, fired his weapon, hitting Yang in the waist. Yang managed to flee to a temple 5 kilometers away but succumbed to his injuries. After a year-long investigation, the prosecutors concluded that Officer Cai's use of his firearm was reasonable and did not violate the proportionality principle, resulting in no prosecution. The incident occurred on May 13th, 2023, and set off debates surrounding police weapon use and its consequences.
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