Reported over 1 year ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards concluded with Yang Naiwen nominated for 8 awards for her album 'Flow'. Despite missing out on the Song Queen title, she won for 'Best Album Design' and 'Best Album Producer'. The selection process was intense with Yang Naiwen narrowly missing out to Sun Shengxi by 2 votes. Yang Naiwen, who won the Song Queen title in the past, graciously accepted the results, expressing happiness over her team's wins. She also announced an upcoming concert in Taipei later in the year, exciting her fans.
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During Taylor Swift's final Eras Tour show in Dublin, her boyfriend Travis Kelce surprised her by attending, leading to the musician beaming with happiness as she spotted him in the crowd. Kelce's appearance came after attending a teammate's wedding, and clips shared by fans captured Swift's joy at seeing him there. This marked Kelce's first appearance at an Eras Tour show since joining her on stage in London, and the couple was later seen leaving the stadium together, waving to fans with smiles on their faces.
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In the Asia-Pacific Hospital Specialties ranking, Taipei Medical University Hospital secured eight top spots in Taiwan, with its Pediatric Department ranking highest in the region. Ranked by American Newsweek and statistics database company Statista, the hospital excelled in specialties like Pediatric, Orthopedics, and Neurology, showcasing its medical prowess and international recognition in healthcare excellence.
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中信成長高股息ETF（00934）宣布首次月配息0.33元，換算後年化配息率高達19.2％，創國內ETF史上年化配息率最高。此消息引發熱烈迴響，投資人紛紛準備手刀下單搶息。隨著台股表現強勁，00934吸引了越來越多的投資者，成長迅速，市值也大幅增長。
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The first hurricane of the year in the Atlantic, named Belo, rapidly intensified within 24 hours from a tropical storm to an 'extremely dangerous' hurricane, setting a record as the first Category 4 hurricane in June. Countries in the Caribbean like Barbados and Saint Vincent issued warnings to citizens, leading to crowded supermarkets as people stocked up on supplies. The hurricane's development is attributed to rising sea temperatures due to climate change, highlighting the need for increased vigilance during hurricane season.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In a significant move, KMT member and convener of the Transportation Committee Chen Xue-sheng changed the agenda, planning to set up a special investigative team on 'Mirror TV Licensing and Subsequent Scandal Controversies' on Wednesday. With the legislation on parliamentary powers in effect, the government and three branches have filed for constitutional interpretation and temporary measures. The action by the KMT was faster than expected, as they changed the agenda to establish a special investigation team. They have also mobilized for potential public hearings, inviting civilians to testify. They aim to clarify the truth behind various cases, including the Mirror TV controversy and others, while calling on the DPP to join the investigations for the truth.
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At the opening event, Lin Yilin, the fashion darling who won the best newcomer in the mini-series category at the Golden Bell Awards for 'Her and Her', expressed her honor to be at the event with veteran artists like Jay Chou, South Korean star Kim Ji-won, Wang Jing, Liu Yihao, and Chen Tingni. Lin Yilin also recently graced the cover of a magazine, incorporating various dramatic roles in her photoshoot, showcasing her artistry and love for photography. Despite missing out on trying Tainan's famous beef soup due to her tight schedule, Lin Yilin has been receiving a lot of invitations since winning the Golden Bell Awards, featuring in series like 'X! It's Monday Again,' 'Cohabitation Stroll' with Lin Yichen and Yan Chengxu, and the film 'Destiny Goose,' leaving fans eager for more of her performances.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A shocking car accident occurred in front of the Presidential Office on July 1, 2024, at 6:46 am, where a 49-year-old man driving a white Mercedes Benz first honked wildly on the lane of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) for unknown reasons before crashing into the steel-made flower bed in front of the Presidential Office. The driver, surnamed Du, refused to exit the car even when the police arrived, expressing his demands through painted words on the car, including phrases like 'National Cognitive Warfare,' 'Cybersecurity SOS Invasion,' 'AI Transformation,' 'Consensus,' and 'Major Nation.' Du has been taken into custody for investigation after this bizarre crash involving both the Presidential Office and AIT.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Participants of the upcoming 'Minions Fun Run' event in New Taipei City, Taiwan, raised complaints after receiving race shirts that were significantly different from the advertised ones. The city's consumer protection official intervened, prompting the organizer, Capitol Corporation, to apologize and offer solutions such as providing the originally advertised shirts or full refunds. The incident highlights common disputes in recent years regarding delayed, incomplete, or mismatched merchandise for running events involving collaborations with popular cartoon brands. The organizer's premature registration before finalizing designs with copyright holders resulted in the discrepancies. To address concerns before the weekend event, the consumer protection official instructed the organizer to announce resolution options on the event website, allowing participants to request the original shirts by a specified deadline or opt for refunds. The official also notified the Taipei City government for further actions if any advertising violations were identified.
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Interim President Wang Chien-chuan of Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research explained the changes in the PMI and NMI indices for June. The Taiwan manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) released by the institution shows continuous expansion for two months but with a slight slowdown, dropping from 55.4% in May to 53.7% in June. Despite a decrease influenced by geopolitical tensions and rising demand in May, the outlook index for the next six months remains above 60%, indicating a positive economic direction. Wang noted that sectors related to AI, such as CoWoS testing and cooling modules, are performing well in the manufacturing industry, suggesting the need to diversify and solidify industries through AI diffusion. The NMI for June also expanded for 20 consecutive months, reflecting the positive development of the service industry. Looking towards the second half of the year, Wang is optimistic about the economic situation, highlighting the potential impact of U.S. variables and foreseeing a possible interest rate decrease from the Fed later in the year.
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Na Na Master announced he will hold his second solo concert at Zepp New Taipei on October 12, two years after his first one. Inspired by American pop queen Britney Spears, he chose the theme 'I'm A Slave 4 U, MUSIC' and donned a revealing diamond-studded outfit inspired by Spears' 'Toxic' MV. Despite the discomfort and almost drawing blood during the photo shoot, the end result resembled Britney so much his team exclaimed in awe, making the effort worth it. Na Na Master aims to bring this stunning look to his upcoming concert and hopes to surpass his previous record of selling out to a thousand and invite two thousand fans to celebrate.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In the financial center on July 1, 2024, MediaTek's average annual salary ranks first among Taiwan's listed companies! According to the Taiwan Stock Exchange, in 2023, MediaTek's average annual salary for non-managerial employees was 3.754 million NT dollars, a decrease of 22.8% from the previous year, leading for three consecutive years. Following MediaTek are Realtek, AmTRAN, Unimicron, Realtek, and Creativity, with average staff salaries exceeding 3 million NT dollars. TSMC's non-managerial average annual salary was 2.842 million NT dollars, a 10.2% decrease, falling out of the 3 million NT dollar club to rank 7th...
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Reported over 1 year ago
Mr. Chen sought medical attention for blood in urine, back pain, and recurrent fever, and was initially relieved after treatment but returned due to persistent left-sided back pain. A CT scan revealed a 0.7 cm kidney stone in his left ureter, causing symptoms like high fever and back pain. After undergoing extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy in the urology department, his symptoms improved significantly. Common factors leading to kidney stones include genetics, male gender, improper diet, sedentary lifestyle, environmental factors, and certain diseases. Treatment options include conservative medication, lithotripsy, ureteroscopy, and percutaneous nephrolithotomy, with advice to consult a specialist for the most appropriate approach. Recommendations to prevent kidney stones include staying hydrated, dietary modifications, regular exercise, and seeking immediate medical attention in case of sudden severe back pain, blood in urine, or changes in urination.
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Set to ignite at the New Taipei City New Taipei City Sports Center from July 6th to 21st, the 43rd William Jones Cup International Basketball Invitational revealed ticket prices at the press conference on the 1st, with the most expensive being 600 NTD for women's side seats and the cheapest at 200 NTD for free seating. Men's side seats are priced at 1200 NTD, and free seating at 400 NTD. Jones Cup tickets will be available for purchase from 5 p.m. on July 1st on the STANCAVE Taiwan sports ticketing platform, with onsite sales an hour before the first game if tickets remain. Merchandise related to the 43rd Jones Cup is also unveiled, including jerseys, t-shirts, hats, and socks, available at a discounted price when purchasing presale tickets on STANCAVE.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A man surnamed Du, aged 47, drove a white Mercedes-Benz with slogans painted on it to the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) for a protest in the afternoon, but was advised to leave by police. Later in the day, he drove to the Presidential Office building, accelerating to crash into a flower bed in front of it. He was promptly arrested by Taipei City police. Du had written phrases like 'National Cognitive Operations', 'Cybersecurity SOS Invasion', 'AI Transformation', 'Consensus', and 'Significant National' on his car. No major conflicts were reported during the incidents.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A new study published in Nature Medicine suggests that diabetes could potentially start in the gut, challenging the traditional belief that it emerges from pancreas issues leading to high blood sugar. Research indicates that changes in the gut microbiome may play a significant role in the development of diabetes. The study, involving the largest analysis of gut microbiomes in people with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and healthy glucose status, found specific viruses and genetic variants in bacteria associated with diabetes risk. Understanding these microbial strains could lead to potential interventions in diabetes prevention and treatment, marking a groundbreaking shift in diabetes research towards gut microbiota.
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At the press conference before the 43rd William Jones Cup, the Chinese national basketball team's cheerleading squad, LUXY GIRLS, was introduced. The tournament will take place from July 6 to 21 at the Xinzhuang Gymnasium. The captain of LUXY GIRLS, Shu Zichen, expressed happiness about supporting the Taiwan team in international games, mentioning that their new uniforms have a style that may trouble opponents. They are also developing new distracting techniques like making opponents lose focus during free throws. During the Jones Cup, 10 to 13 LUXY GIRLS will perform dance routines at openings, halftime, and timeouts, with a promise to deliver down-to-earth performances for the fans to look forward to.
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As the Chinese talent show 'Sisters Who Make Waves 5' approaches its finale with Taiwan contestants Xie Jinyan and Guo Bitong making it through, a special guest appearance by a renowned music icon, Lin Junjie, to support Xie Jinyan has revealed their close friendship, surprising fans. Lin Junjie's heartfelt message of encouragement left Xie Jinyan emotional, showcasing their strong bond that dates back to collaborations in the music industry. The unexpected friendship between the two stars has received overwhelming support from fans.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises most individuals to get updated COVID-19 and flu vaccines this fall, including new vaccines targeting the JN1 lineage of COVID-19 variants. While cases are not rising significantly in North Carolina yet, experts warn of potential increases in the future. The CDC recommends vaccination as the top defense against respiratory illnesses, with new options like the Pemgarda monoclonal antibody available for those with compromised immune systems.
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In response to the recall of Xie Guolong, the former Keelung City Mayor and current Secretary-General of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Lin Youchang continued to make moves, causing a clash at the opening ceremony of the Keelung Transfer Station. While Mayor Xie Guolong mentioned the deficiencies in the previous administration's projects, the DPP councilor intentionally thanked Lin Youchang, leading to an awkward moment. The Nationalist Party (KMT) initiated the 'Solid Beam Plan' to counter the 'Beam Removal Operation' by the DPP, with Mayor Xie Guolong personally discussing future actions with the central party. The KMT central party launched a strategy team to engage in a head-on battle, while the People’s Party deputy mayor of Keelung lent support, showing solidarity against the recall efforts.
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According to Chinese media reports, a 42-year-old man surnamed Wang in China, who had just been released after serving a 20-year prison sentence for theft, resumed his criminal activities by using a silicone face mask to commit robberies in over 20 rural households. Wang, who was wearing online-purchased silicone face masks, was caught by the police after a series of thefts in Jiangsu. The use of silicone masks in crimes is becoming a new trend, as reported by the Legal Daily, with some merchants offering high-quality masks for criminal activities.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The 11th Taoyuan Film Festival, which will commence on August 16, revealed its lineup of opening and closing films. The festival will kick off with two grand opening films centered around the theme of 'migration.' The Taiwanese representative, 'The Village of No Return: Village Stories in Literature,' directed by renowned documentary directors Huang Yushan and Chen Yaoxing, delves into the history of mainland Chinese immigrants and their generational stories. On the international front, the festival will present 'There's Still Tomorrow,' an Italian film that achieved a record-breaking box office success, directed by renowned Italian actress Paola Cortellesi.
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On July 1, 2024, at 5:29 a.m., Lin Jun-hong drove his car and crashed into the Presidential Office, where he was apprehended. Around 5 p.m. in the evening, a white sedan attempted to crash into the steel flower bed in front of the Presidential Office, but was immediately stopped by the military police. Later, a car sprayed with protest red paint was seen speeding down Ketagalan Boulevard in Taipei after a heavy rain. This incident is not the first of its kind, as in the past individuals have attempted similar acts of disruption, with some even causing severe harm and facing legal consequences, causing shock in society.
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Entertainment News, July 1, 2024, 5:28 AM: First-generation member of 'Blackie's Teenage Club,' Yung Tu, has been working hard recently for a housing loan and attended a thermal insulation film endorsement event on the 1st, declaring herself about to become a resident of Taipei. However, she was coldly treated by real Taipei residents, almost causing her to break down on the spot.
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In New Taipei City, the private towing yard 'Yawang,' known as the 'fastest towing legend in Taiwan,' faced a mishap when a towing truck driver appeared to mishandle the operation, causing a violation vehicle's bumper to fall off. The entire incident was captured by onlookers and posted online, with the matter to be resolved between the towing company and the vehicle owner. Yawang, praised for its efficient towing service, will handle the repairing process, as the incident involves property damage dispute.
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