Reported 10 months ago
President Lai Ching-te announced the establishment of three major committees at the Presidential Office - the National Climate Change Response Committee, the National Resilience Committee, and the Healthy Taiwan Promotion Committee, with the aim of addressing climate change, increasing social resilience, and promoting public health. Lai personally heads these committees, emphasizing the urgency of tackling climate issues, implementing carbon pricing, and transitioning towards clean energy. Various experts and officials have been appointed as members, with a focus on accelerating policy implementation and enhancing societal engagement and validation.
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Reported 10 months ago
GreTai Securities Market has warned investors to be cautious of the risks associated with investing in ETFs, as the variety and nature of ETF products differ. The total assets of ETFs listed on the market have grown to 2.55 trillion yuan, showing a significant increase compared to the previous year. GreTai Securities Market advises investors to carefully consider their investment needs, risk tolerance, and financial situation when choosing ETF products, and to diversify their investment risks by using a multi-asset allocation strategy. Investors are also reminded to be aware of specific risks related to different types of ETFs, such as interest rate, credit, and exchange rate risks, and to not solely rely on historical dividend rates as indicators of future performance.
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Reported 10 months ago
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Biotechnology Development Center (DCB), the organization hosted a two-day regenerative medicine forum in collaboration with the Taiwan Extracellular Vesicle Industry-Academia Alliance, Taiwan Extracellular Vesicle Society, and Xunlian Group. Key figures emphasized the significance of extracellular vesicles as a new technology for drug design, with Taiwan actively participating in research and industrialization processes. Experts presented advancements in the field, showcasing potential applications in skincare, hair medicine, and medical aesthetics, highlighting the international emphasis on extracellular vesicles and the need for collaboration and resource integration in Taiwan's biotechnology industry.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 19, 2024, China's central bank governor Pan Gongsheng expressed that there is room for improvement in China's interest rate control mechanism, considering utilizing short-term operation rates from 7-day reverse repos as the main policy interest rate to narrow the rate fluctuations, enhancing market pricing efficiency and maintaining flexibility. Pan also highlighted the need to continue reforming and improving the Loan Prime Rate (LPR) to reflect the actual loan market rates accurately.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 19, 2024, at 4:10 pm, New Victory (4909) continued its upward trend in the market with the support of its 5G antenna operation dynamics, hitting the limit up again on the 19th, closing at 103 yuan, marking a new high in 17 years. Currently, not only has the upper resistance been surpassed, but also the technical indicators have all crossed above the moving averages. Both daily and weekly KDs are showing upward crossovers, and the technical indicators are not overheated, favorable for future challenges to the historical high of 105 yuan. New Victory's products include high-frequency microwave communication substrates, high-efficiency heat dissipation substrates, special composite material substrates, and special automotive substrates. Communication antennas account for more than 70% of revenue, driven by the increased demand for 5G base stations and satellite communication products last year. The operation is expected to continue positively this year.
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Reported 10 months ago
On June 19, 2024, at 4:10 pm, ITRI and Jabil announced an expanded cross-border cooperation platform for biomedical innovation. Jabil Chairman Chen Chih-Hong stated that the group has investments in hospitals, pharmacies, and medical materials, with expected medical business revenue surpassing 30 billion TWD this year. Through collaboration with the biomedicine sector, Jabil plans to accelerate product mass production and sales, aiming to develop Taiwan's medical industry into a safeguard for the country. Jabil has been deeply involved in the medical field for nearly 20 years, operating institutions like Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, and expanding into medical consumables, dental, audiology, hemodialysis, medical aesthetics, medical management, and pharmacy channels. With a revenue of about 25.2 billion TWD from medical businesses last year and an expected breakthrough of 30 billion TWD this year, Jabil's efforts in the medical field will continue to grow. Collaborating with ITRI, a significant driver of industrial development in Taiwan, aligns with Jabil's strategic plans and strengths, with a focus on various medical necessities and services for future expansion and growth.
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Reported 10 months ago
In Taipei on June 19, 2024, at 4:10 PM, the chain restaurant group FamilyMart is accelerating its expansion in the dining out sector by implementing three major strategies: 'new regional store expansion', 'new product development', and 'restaurant supermarket transformation', aiming to strengthen its operational capacity. With last year's revenue reaching 2.175 billion NTD, a 25% annual increase, and a net profit of 99 million NTD, a 66% annual increase, FamilyMart is focusing on capturing the 'personal daily dining' trend post-pandemic, with plans to further develop their brands and introduce new dining experiences and healthy food options.
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Reported 10 months ago
In order to provide diverse and convenient insurance services, Fubon Property & Casualty has collaborated with Taiwan Mobile to launch innovative online insurance services, catering to users' 'one-stop shopping' consumption needs. The service integrates the online insurance process into the Taiwan Mobile customer service app, allowing customers to easily purchase travel insurance and inconvenience insurance before going abroad via the app. The innovative insurance service received positive feedback during the trial period and was approved to officially launch by the Financial Supervisory Commission within three months. Users showed a preference for a 12 million death and disability protection coverage, indicating an increasing awareness of safety and risks while traveling.
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Reported 10 months ago
Families of individuals who perished in two Boeing 737 Max crashes are urging the U.S. to impose a $24.8 billion fine on Boeing and swiftly prosecute the company for a previously set-aside criminal charge. The families' lawyer argued that the hefty penalty is warranted due to Boeing committing the deadliest corporate crime in U.S. history. The call for action includes prosecuting former Boeing leaders, such as ex-CEO Dennis Muilenburg, tied to the 2018 and 2019 crashes that claimed 346 lives. This demand aligns with the Justice Department's review on potentially reinitiating a fraud case against Boeing for breaches related to the 2021 settlement.
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Reported 10 months ago
Cryptocurrency firm Consensys announced that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has concluded its investigation into the blockchain protocol Ethereum 2.0. Consensys had previously filed a lawsuit against the SEC over regulating the Ethereum blockchain. Consensys founder Joseph Lubin expressed satisfaction with the SEC's decision, deeming it a significant win for Ethereum. Despite this development, Consensys plans to proceed with their lawsuit to establish that the SEC lacks authority to regulate Ethereum's software interfaces or blockchain. The SEC has not confirmed or denied the investigation's closure, and recently approved applications for spot ether ETFs from Nasdaq, CBOE, and NYSE, surprising the cryptocurrency industry.
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Reported 10 months ago
Jon Hamm, aged 53, expressed his desire to start a family with his 36-year-old wife, Anna Osceola, despite realizing he will be an older father. The Emmy winner, known for his role in Mad Men, shared about his marriage and the potential for kids, reflecting on his parents' divorce in the past. Hamm previously mentioned feeling terrified when proposing to Osceola but found the wedding day perfect and emotionally rewarding. The couple met on the set of Mad Men and got married in June 2023, with Hamm emphasizing the joy of being together as a family.
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Reported 10 months ago
Cast members Dominique Defoe and Brittan Byrd from ‘Perfect Match’ Season 2 accused Netflix of editing out their queer romance from the show. They revealed on social media that they matched during a mixer in Episode 9, but their conversation did not make the final cut. Defoe also expressed concerns about other parts of her storyline being cut during the season's release in early June. The finale of ‘Perfect Match’ Season 2 premieres on Netflix on June 21.
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Reported 10 months ago
Pornhub將因新法案需求成人娛樂網站實施年齡驗證而在這個夏天停止在另外五個州運作。這一舉措是對最近通過的法律浪潮的回應，這些法律要求色情網站和其他具有明確成人內容的平台收集用戶年齡證明。
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Reported 10 months ago
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft successfully ferried two astronauts to the International Space Station, but issues on the journey back have caused the astronauts' stay to be extended as engineers investigate problems. Despite uncertainties, officials believe the spacecraft will safely return the astronauts. The mission's setbacks add to the history of delays and expenses faced by the Boeing Starliner program, contrasting with SpaceX's successful Crew Dragon missions. The article discusses the risks and efforts to resolve the spacecraft's issues.
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Reported 10 months ago
Ramit Sethi, the author of 'I Will Teach You to Be Rich,' shares a simple yet powerful strategy for financial success: invest 10% of your salary every year and increase by 1% annually to become a multimillionaire. He emphasizes saving 10% and investing 20% of gross income, starting after building an emergency fund and moving to a high-yield savings account. Sethi acknowledges the challenge for some to save immediately and suggests starting with a lower percentage, gradually increasing it yearly. He recommends investing in low-cost index funds through 401(k) and Roth IRA accounts, highlighting companies like Vanguard, T. Rowe Price, and TIAA for their low fees and good customer service.
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Reported 10 months ago
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Reported 10 months ago
Brazilian miner CBMM has begun testing a niobium-based battery in Volkswagen electric trucks, claiming it can be charged much faster than other batteries on the market. The company, backed by the Brazilian Moreira Salles family, aims to significantly increase its battery unit revenue to $100 million by 2026. The battery, developed with Toshiba using lithium and niobium, can be fully recharged in ten minutes compared to the hours conventional batteries require. CBMM plans to sell the product next year and expects it to have a longer lifespan operating in lower temperatures. The tests will be conducted on a Volkswagen bus with a 60-kilometer range, with the potential for significant industry impact. (Source: Reuters)
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Reported 10 months ago
British-American actor-producer David Oyelowo's decade-long fascination with post-Civil War Deputy U.S. Marshall Bass Reeves, a Black lawman inspiration for the Lone Ranger, finally resulted in the groundbreaking Western series 'Lawmen: Bass Reeves'. Oyelowo faced challenges due to preconceptions about Black-centered projects in Hollywood and the waxing and waning of the Western genre's popularity. The series' success on Paramount+ was attributed to the rise of streaming platforms and the diversification of narratives in today's entertainment landscape.
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Reported 10 months ago
演員默里·希爾在HBO喜劇《某個地方的某人》中飾演Fred Rococo，表示他正在開發一部名為《Shorty Big Time》的偵探劇集，希望帶來一點趣味和滑稽風格。劇情指出並不涉及真正的謀殺案件，而是著重於輕鬆有趣的故事，並已在Palm Springs地區尋找拍攝地點。希爾在接受採訪時表示，他感到有了外部認可後，覺得有責任將這部劇集完成製作，並形容自己像是RuPaul的父親，此外他也在其他影視項目中活躍。
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Reported 10 months ago
Teresa Giudice revealed on her podcast that her parents never told her they loved her until her daughter Gia was born. This changed their dynamic, with her parents beginning to express love after Gia started saying it to them. The revelation sheds light on Teresa's dedication to her children and how Gia has been a pivotal figure in their family.
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Reported 10 months ago
Firerose has accused Billy Ray Cyrus of extreme abuse, claiming he divorced her right before her double mastectomy surgery and didn't support her. In response, Billy Ray released love messages from Firerose sent after the split, showing her begging for reconciliation and professing love. Firerose also alleged verbal assaults and emotional abuse from Billy Ray before their separation and accused him of ambushing her with divorce papers on the eve of her surgery.
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Reported 10 months ago
Jennifer Hudson, the singer, shared on Your Mama’s Kitchen podcast her discovery that her father had 27 children, expressing her dream of all siblings gathering at one table. At 16, she learned about her extensive family and met six or seven siblings, guided by her father's side. Hudson emphasized the importance of family, especially for her son, David Daniel Otunga Jr. whom she wants to grow up surrounded by relatives.
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Reported 10 months ago
Oprah Winfrey celebrated the graduation of Bongeka Zuma, a former student of her South Africa school, who recently graduated as a Doctor of Medicine from Stanford University. Zuma was in the first graduating class of Winfrey’s academy and overcame challenges to achieve this milestone, receiving praise and congratulations from Winfrey for her perseverance and accomplishments.
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Reported 10 months ago
The top executive of trader Copersucar SA predicts that sugar production in Brazil, the world's leading supplier, will strengthen in the coming months after a slower-than-expected start to the season. Higher sugar cane acreage and increased use of cane juice are expected to boost production, with recent harvest issues in Brazil's Center-South region attributed to one-off problems. Despite record sugar production last season driving down prices, Copersucar reported strong results with affiliated mills processing a record 110 million tons of cane, leading to increased sales of sugar and ethanol.
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Reported 10 months ago
Experts and data indicate that a potential reelection of Donald Trump could lead to significant changes in the U.S. housing market, with soaring mortgage rates and escalating home prices. Trump's policies, including deregulation and tax measures, may influence market dynamics, easing some pressures while introducing new risks. However, the consensus among mortgage professionals remains that the presidential election may not drastically alter the course for lenders and mortgage origination activities. Changes in interest rates, regulatory burdens, real estate transactions, government control over Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and tax policy are among the key areas analyzed in this scenario.
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