Reported 7 months ago
At the European day dinner, Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen attended the event with President Lai Ching-te, exchanging greetings with Giuseppe Izzo, Chairman of the European Business Association in Taiwan. The dinner theme, '30 years of advocacy and exchange,' commemorated the publication of the European Chamber of Commerce's first proposal in 1994, with over 800 attendees engaging warmly. Mayor Lu and Giuseppe Izzo had a pleasant interaction and invited each other to visit Taichung. Taichung plays a significant role in the global supply chain, actively assisting industry players to reduce carbon emissions and promote a green supply chain in response to the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism. The city has been implementing sustainable low-carbon policies, aiming to deepen ties and create more cooperation opportunities with European representatives.
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Reported 7 months ago
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Caucus Chief Ko Chien-ming was suspected of smoking in the Legislative Yuan meeting room on June 14, 2024. KMT Taipei City Councilor Liu Tsai-wei reported this to the Taipei City Health Bureau, with Taipei City Mayor Chiang Wan-an requesting Ko Chien-ming to provide an explanation within 7 days. Ko admitted to the behavior, stating it was a bad example and willing to accept punishment if necessary. The Taipei City Health Bureau is investigating the matter and will take action according to the law if no response is provided within 7 days.
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Reported 7 months ago
民眾黨主席柯文哲表示，賴清德提及「兩岸互不隸屬」與「兩國互不隸屬」時指出美國人難以分辨兩者不同，強調言辭後應處理下一步行動，並主張辦理電視辯論以澄清爭論。柯文哲也就上海台辦主任來台之行透明度提出看法，表示重點在於解決問題而非政治動員。
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Reported 7 months ago
Linxia, a popular cheerleader known for her exquisite appearance and slim figure, faced criticism online for her dance moves while supporting a team, with some netizens likening it to an uncle dancing and even suggesting that ILLIT, a girl group, performs better. Additionally, due to her thinness, some commented that she looked like a skeleton dancing. This is not the first time Linxia has been criticized online, with recent controversy surrounding her facial muscles which she attributed to cosmetic procedures in Korea, asking for time to recover.
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Reported 7 months ago
In the evening of the 13th, there was a fatal accident on Highway 1 where a well-known shoe cleaning expert named Song, 39, crashed his Porsche into an oil tanker truck for unknown reasons, resulting in his instant death. His mother, dressed in black, revealed that before leaving, he called saying it was raining heavily, but later they received news of his death. Devastated, she mentioned not knowing what to do in the moment. The mother shared that he usually takes good care of the car and the accident might have been due to heavy rain causing a skid. Song, who recently recovered from a serious illness, lived with his son and daughter. His father had passed away nine years ago, and he followed his father's spirit in his shoe cleaning business, which earned recognition from many young people.
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Reported 7 months ago
报道称，新竹市北门派出所接报称有人在KTV滋事，警方赶到后，一名男子醉酒失控，用三字经贬低警察、扔冰块，警方用辣椒水制止并逮捕，其中一名男子还对警察说脏话。警方逮捕了4名涉案人员，并移交给法院处理。
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Reported 7 months ago
富邦金副董事長曾銘宗於股東會後表示，今年一至五月營收獲利表現亮眼，每股稅後盈餘EPS為4.57元，明顯增長，並強調將強化永續ESG環境節能減碳。對於股價表現及台股展望，曾銘宗指出股市長期重基本面，並回歸基本面觀察營利狀況。此外，他強調尊重子公司的專業評估，回應市場低估股價及新光金併購案等問題，並介紹富邦金對員工福利及金融產品的未來規劃。
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Reported 7 months ago
Roland said that from a boss's perspective, both Hu Yuwei and Kuo Hongzhi have the potential to become top male PRs. He praised Kuo Hongzhi for being physically fit and charming, popular among female employees. However, when asked about Tsai Changxian, Roland joked that he might be 'eaten up' and not suited for the role. At a celebration dinner, Roland disclosed that he was awkwardly asked by KID to smell his armpit, describing it as 'quite stinky, in a male kind of way.' Roland is known for valuing appearance and physique, revealing his interest in introducing male grooming to Taiwan and opening a male PR business. Additionally, Roland talked about his previous challenges with stinky tofu in Taiwan, showing his eagerness to revisit the challenge despite finding it too unique and not having succeeded before.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Cross-Strait Forum is scheduled to take place with Zhang Lishan set to attend, but Taiwan Affairs Office head Qiu Chuizheng expressed reluctance towards local government participation, urging attention to cross-strait norms, social impressions, and international perceptions. Zhang responded, expressing disappointment in the change in tune after her attendance was approved, emphasizing the need to be optimistic. She argued that the forum should be seen as a routine activity for dialogue and mutual understanding rather than being excessively interpreted. Zhang also hoped that her participation could lead to opportunities for exporting agricultural products like milkfish, pineapples, mangoes, sugar apples, pomelos, and ponkans.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Chaozhou Employment Center under the Ministry of Labor's Greater Kaohsiung, Pingtung, and Penghu Branch has been conducting a 'Youth Career Exploration Tour' activity to guide over 1,000 students in exploring career options and building confidence in their future careers through interactive sessions. With various activities like one-on-one interview simulations, career workshops, and games designed to inspire career exploration, students are encouraged to pursue their dreams and excel in their chosen fields. The center also offers a 'Youth Employment Program' to assist unemployed youth aged 15 to 29 in career development, providing counseling and incentives for successful job placements.
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Reported 7 months ago
A 23-year-old man surnamed Lin in Hsinchu County, wanted for attempted murder, was recently captured while hiding in the mountains after being on the run to avoid the police. He was caught because he was riding a motorcycle without a helmet and was stopped by the police in a crowded tourist area, leading to the discovery of his fugitive status. Lin, who muttered about seeing an astrologer predicting his capture within three months, was surprised when it came true. The accompanying fraud suspect was also arrested. Lin expressed resignation, saying 'It was destined to encounter you' to the officers. More on singing causing trouble, a police incident involving 'continuous K3 punches,' and a rescue by a woman on the highway, as well as a female councilor's wardrobe mishap.
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Reported 7 months ago
王力宏將在金曲獎獻唱致敬已故歌手李玟，引發網路爭議。李玟的家人感謝主辦單位安排，但對於爭議一直持續感到困惑。王力宏與李玟有30年交情，表示心情複雜但榮幸能在舞台上向好友致敬。
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Reported 7 months ago
At the New Life Insurance shareholder meeting today, in addition to the former chairman Wu Dongjin's corruption case drawing attention, more small shareholders complained that while the TAIEX surpassed 20,000 points, New Life Insurance's stock price remains below 10 RMB. Chairman Chen Huaizhou apologized to shareholders on the spot, expressing disappointment in the stock price and promising to work hard to enhance company operations and create higher value, aiming for the stock price to return to at least the par value of 10 RMB. Chen also mentioned challenges they face with New Life's subsidiary adjusting to IFRS 17 and ICS systems by 2026, requiring continuous capital strengthening to comply with regulations. Regarding merger discussions, Chen revealed that the evaluation is still in its early stage, with three potential merger prospects identified by the previous team, but only one expressing interest so far. Both the chairman and the GM emphasized the ongoing preliminary evaluation of merger prospects.
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Reported 7 months ago
Foxconn's (2317) stock price reached TWD 190 yesterday, marking a 16-year high and continued to rise today, briefly touching TWD 198.5. Analysts believe there is a 90% chance of Foxconn breaking the TWD 200 barrier. Founder Terry Gou vowed not to retire as long as Foxconn's stock price remains below TWD 200, but he resigned from the company last year. With Foxconn riding the AI wave and its stock price soaring, it is now just one step away from Gou's TWD 200 target.
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Reported 7 months ago
在Tesla公司的年度會議中，投資者投票通過首席執行官伊隆·馬斯克的薪酬計劃，以及將公司的註冊地點移至德克薩斯州，表明對他的領導力的信心，盡管銷售額下降並且股價急劇下跌。這份2018年的薪酬計劃是在拿下73%的投票後通過，讓馬斯克有資格獲得多達558億美元的股票期權，目前其價值約為484億美元。馬斯克表示投票結果被廣泛視為對首席執行官的領導能力和對Tesla公司企業治理的不滿的一次公投。
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Reported 7 months ago
Lian Chenxiang gained 21kg for his role as Jiang Zhihao in the upcoming TVBS original drama series 'San Francisco Beauty Salon', facing challenges to reach 85kg from 64kg and eat six meals a day to transform into the character. With the support of a professional team and his family, Lian enjoyed the journey and even joked about there being no food he couldn't eat, only food he must eat. His transformation process will be shared on his social media to bring more authenticity and emotion to the character, hoping to deeply resonate with audiences after the show airs.
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Reported 7 months ago
柯文哲批評藍綠政黨為覆議案下鄉宣講浪費時間，建議採用電視辯論方式讓全國人民更了解各政黨立場。立法院將在下週五進行覆議案記名表決，且柯文哲認為電視辯論是省時且不浪費社會資源的選項。
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 14, 2024, Chinese Shanghai Municipal Taiwan Affairs Office Director Chung Hsiao-min visited Taiwan as a pre-advancement team for the 'Twin Cities Forum,' sparking speculation on whether Shanghai Mayor Gong Zheng would attend. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wen-an did not directly respond to whether Shanghai Mayor was invited or not, stating that invitations to Shanghai representatives would follow regulations and conventions based on principles of equality, dignity, goodwill, and mutual benefit. The Taipei-Shanghai forum aims to promote peaceful cooperation, with Chiang emphasizing the importance of maintaining mutual respect and goodwill in cross-strait exchanges.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 14, 2024, around 11 a.m., a major accident occurred on the northbound 153 km section of National Freeway 3 in Yuanli, Miaoli, where a large truck overturned due to unknown reasons, with its front end twisted 180 degrees and severely damaged. Fortunately, the driver was rescued and sent for medical examination. However, due to rainy weather and poor road conditions, traffic congestion formed in the northbound lanes, prompting police and the highway bureau to expedite traffic clearance and diversion operations.
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Reported 7 months ago
Work with flexible hours for only a few hours each time, known as 'Spot Work,' is increasingly becoming a popular choice for Japanese young people at work, reflecting a shift in work values towards pursuing fulfilling personal time. Since the term 'Gig Economy' emerged in 2016, with advancements in matchmaking platforms, non-full-time work in Japan has been on the rise. The market for spot work has grown by about 30% annually over the past two years, estimated to reach approximately 82.4 billion Japanese yen last year.
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Reported 7 months ago
In 2019, Wanda Pets faced a financial crisis with losses exceeding millions due to operational issues. However, CEO Lee Chun-Kuang and Chairman Chen Le-Wei decided to acquire the pet e-commerce platform Mao Hai Market, injecting digital DNA into the company. With a successful merger and integration of physical stores and online platforms, Wanda Pets now leads Taiwan's pet supply retail market. By embracing digital innovations, introducing new talent, and focusing on collaboration between traditional and digital teams, Wanda Pets not only increased revenue and profits but also significantly improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
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Reported 7 months ago
日本銀行決定等到七月份會議公布對於債券購買削減的細節，使日圓容易受到進一步下跌的影響。投資者預期會議中保持利率不變，但驚訝於銀行僅提示債券購買減少，卻沒有提供具體數字或時間表。這消息被視為政策正常化的延遲，對貨幣復甦至關重要。日圓持續下滑對美元至四月份以來最低水平，但在上田浩夫行長記者會時稍作反彈。結果，日本股市收盤上漲0.5％，與亞洲其他股市的整體下跌形成對比。日本央行陸續顯示出要逐步實施政策正常化的決心，但購買債券時間表的推遲顯示著委員會對於留意事宜的謹慎態度。
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Reported 7 months ago
During the G7 summit in Italy, leaders addressed topics such as migration, climate change, and China's industrial policy. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni emphasized the importance of investing in African countries to reduce migratory pressure on Europe, while other leaders discussed ways to combat trafficking. Disagreements arose over the final declaration, with French President Macron regretting the absence of a reference to abortion. The United States also faces challenges in dealing with migrant numbers. Pope Francis will address the summit on artificial intelligence, and other leaders in attendance include Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, Indian Prime Minister Modi, and Turkish President Erdogan.
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Reported 7 months ago
A peace summit for Ukraine is being hosted by Switzerland this weekend, with over 90 delegations worldwide in attendance, though Russia, the instigator of the war, is notably absent. The summit aims to outline initial steps towards Ukrainian peace, following a 10-point peace formula from President Zelenskyy, despite Russia's non-participation. The conference is seen as a symbolic effort for Kyiv to garner international support against Russian aggression, while the outcome remains uncertain without Russian involvement.
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Reported 7 months ago
Female star Sandra, known as Little Si, announced that she has been married for over two years. She shares that her husband, nicknamed 'Jack,' is a restaurant owner and despite not being conventionally handsome, he is a supportive and loving partner. Their marriage registration on April 1st was to remind themselves to face achievements and challenges with humor. As they approach their wedding banquet in three months, Sandra hopes for blessings and jokes about not shaking hands to be a beautiful bride.
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