Reported about 1 year ago
Montreal-based TV producer Sphere Media is set to purchase UK-based Abacus Media Rights for $18 million from Amcomri Entertainment. The deal, expected to close in August, will lead to the rebranding of the British company as Sphere Abacus Media Rights. The acquisition, made in partnership with Canadian TV giant Bell Media, will allow Sphere Media to expand its premium TV distribution, with Abacus's sales and acquisitions teams continuing operations in the UK. This move comes as Sphere Media focuses on strengthening its distribution arm and increasing collaborations to enhance its content offerings in the global market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Wu Pao Chun's Maifang Bakery, known for its unique bread creations, launched 7 new island taro bread varieties inspired by Taiwan's disappearing island food culture, including unique types of taro like 'S'liaray Taro' and 'Lanyu Taro.' These bread creations combine baking techniques with traditional indigenous food culture, offering a delightful experience for taro enthusiasts. The popular layered egg tart dessert also incorporates taro, showcasing the versatility of taro utilization. The bakery's innovative approach aims to revitalize traditional taro varieties and introduce new flavors to the public.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Starting from June 26, 2024, at 9:20 a.m., various weekend promotions at FamilyMart include tea eggs for less than 10 yuan each, second large cup of iced brick latte for 10 yuan, and buy two get one free offers on XianruFang's lattes, oat milk lattes, and more. Some discounts and promotions on beverages, instant noodles, and snacks will last until July. Highlights include Lipton milk tea and Earl Grey two cans for 45 yuan, while Nongshim spicy chicken-flavored Shin Ramyun is buy one get one free. Don't miss out on the 5-day limited-time offers!
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 26, 2024, around noon, a female driver of a container truck in New Taipei City veered off the road at 82.9K on Highway 2 in Ruifang District for unknown reasons, flipping over a guardrail and falling 6.7 meters down a coastline. Despite rescue efforts, the driver was pronounced dead. The shocking incident was caught on a dashcam showing the truck flipping 90 degrees while passing through the area, alarming nearby motorists. The driver was trapped inside the vehicle and could not be saved.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 26, 2024, the Taiwan weighted index rose by 110.72 points to close at 22,986.69, up by 0.48%. According to the Taiwan Stock Exchange post-market chip movement, foreign and mainland capital (excluding foreign proprietary traders) collectively sold approximately 8.248 billion NT dollars. The top selling ETF today was Futaiwan Taiwan Tech High Yield (00929), with 15,519 shares sold over, followed by Cathay Sustainable High Dividend (00878) and Yuanta Taiwan 50 (0050) with 9,423 and 2,545 shares sold respectively. Netizens expressed surprise at the ranking of Futaiwan Taiwan Tech High Yield (00929) on the list.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A truck driver in Kaohsiung became lucky winner of the 5.34 billion Power Lottery jackpot, with 4.26 billion received after tax deductions. He spontaneously bought a $300 ticket while waiting at a red light on his motorbike and later discovered his win. The driver plans to donate the remaining 26 million for charity and intends to continue working as a truck driver instead of becoming a boss.
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Reported about 1 year ago
林柏宏在CATCHPLAY+《都市懼集》記者聯訪中分享童年遇到遛鳥俠尿尿的經驗，讓他跟其他小朋友感到驚恐，另外謝麗金也提到自己在牛肉麵店遇到恐怖經驗，說好的薪水只拿到一半，遇到遛鳥俠跟蹤後，她大尖叫嚇跑對方。《都市懼集》集結多位金獎得主演員，共78位演員共同呈現六大都市恐懼故事，引領觀眾深入探索生活中的未知人性。
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Reported about 1 year ago
歐洲央行理事會成員法比奧·帕內塔表示，央行政策制定者必須準備應對因不確定性加劇而可能出現的政治風險所帶來的後遺症。帕內塔指出，政治風險仍然高企，需要警覺、靈活性以及狀況相關的行動計劃。他強調，央行應該準備應對這些震盪的後果，並隨時使用各種工具調整貨幣政策立場，以應對任何對價格穩定構成威脅的情況，並保護貨幣政策的傳遞機制。
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Reported about 1 year ago
As summer gatherings increase, there is a rise in COVID-19 cases in the U.S., driven by sub-variants like FLiRT which stem from the JN.1 lineage. Although not as severe as past spikes, the virus persists due to constant mutations. Health experts are responding with updated vaccines and precautions. The rise highlights the virus potentially becoming endemic, necessitating ongoing prevention efforts to curb transmission.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Kelly Stafford issued an apology on Instagram to the family of Matthew Stafford's former college backup quarterback after revealing she briefly dated him in an attempt to make Matthew jealous. She clarified that the Cox family had no involvement in the situation and that she admired their relationship. Kelly and Matthew Stafford met at the University of Georgia, got married in 2015, and have four children together. Kelly shared these details during an appearance on a podcast earlier in the month, explaining her dating history with Matthew and his backup quarterback during college.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) in Taiwan responded to reports of Chinese state media journalists participating in Taiwanese TV political talk shows by stating they will collaborate with the Ministry of Culture and other relevant authorities to investigate the matter and take legal actions if necessary. MAC emphasized that Chinese media reporters must adhere to specific regulations when working in Taiwan and not engage in activities such as producing political talk shows. Meanwhile, China's Taiwan Affairs Office labeled the reports as false and attributed them to the Democratic Progressive Party's alleged manipulation, urging an end to actions harming cross-strait relations.
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Reported about 1 year ago
New Taipei City faced a turbulent May with three consecutive murder cases including a family massacre, a single mother killing her two children, and a soldier allegedly murdering his girlfriend, totaling up to '321' deaths, which left the New Taipei District Prosecutors Office unnerved by the uncanny coincidences. In a bid to calm the spate of incidents, the Chief Prosecutor led a group of prosecutors to a nearby temple to seek blessings in hopes of restoring peace in the region. Following this visit, the rate of murders in June noticeably decreased, prompting one prosecutor to remark on the importance of belief despite the emphasis on seeking the truth in judicial matters.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Each generation has its own set of iconic trendy slang words. Staying up-to-date with the latest trends is essential for understanding phrases like 'I人', '破防', '觸', and more. Popular slang terms nowadays include 'I人', 'E人', '我是什麼很賤的人嗎', '破防', '觸', '很躁', '很解', '這我有', '要確欸', '我沒了', '真的會謝', 'Emo', '超派', '活網', '尊嘟假嘟', '誰懂這含金量啊', and many others. The article discusses the usage and origins of these trendy words and how they reflect current internet culture.
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Reported about 1 year ago
To attract more Japanese tourists to Taiwan, Taitung County officials traveled to Tokyo, promoting the theme of 'Taitung Slow Travel' featuring the region's natural beauty and indigenous songs. The event aimed to increase visibility among Japanese tourists by showcasing Taitung's scenic landscapes, the annual Donghe Hot Air Balloon Festival, and stargazing activities. Through cultural performances, local products tasting, and interactive experiences, the promotion highlighted Taitung's diverse tourism offerings, fostering mutual exchange and boosting interest in visiting the region.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Nvidia's stock saw a significant rally, ending a three-day drop amidst a challenging market for tech stocks. FedEx shares surged in pre-market trading after exceeding fiscal fourth-quarter earnings expectations, while Rivian's stock climbed following Volkswagen's $5 billion investment in their joint electric vehicle venture.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taoyuan's real estate market is on the upswing, making it crucial for individuals to navigate the complexities of buying, selling, gifting, and inheriting properties. With experts like Liu Xiuxiang, a trusted local land agent, at firms like the He Feng Land Office in Pingzhen District, individuals can ensure protection of their rights and early planning for their families. Liu and her team specialize in handling complicated real estate transactions and have a reputation for saving consumers significant costs. Providing not only basic transaction services but also optimal tax planning strategies to reduce tax burdens, firms like He Feng demonstrate the importance of trustworthy and patient professionals in guiding clients through lengthy application processes. Through memorable cases, Liu emphasizes the need for integrity, fairness, and transparency in the land agent industry to successfully tackle property matters and be deemed reliable. Clients who have entrusted their cases to Liu often turn to her as the preferred choice for real estate transactions, establishing her as a standout figure in Taoyuan's real estate community.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 26, 2024, a Taiwanese tourist traveling to Palau was taken to a small room by local customs and subjected to a naked inspection, which left her feeling humiliated and in tears. The incident was reportedly a result of Palau strengthening border security measures following a Chinese woman attempting to smuggle drugs in her private parts in May. Despite not finding any illicit items, the Taiwanese tourist was still required to strip completely for inspection, leading to a distressing experience.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the '2024 Hualien Summer Love Carnival' from July 3rd to 7th, popular artists such as Jam Hsiao, boy band 'W0LF(S) Five Gentleman', and more will be performing. A-mei, who is of the Atayal tribe, will be performing in Hualien after many years and plans to wear an enhanced version of tribal clothing on stage. She expresses excitement over the variety of local delicacies in Hualien, praising dishes like baozi, flat dumplings, scallion pancakes, steel pipe black tea, Yuli noodles, Qiaotou stinky tofu, and tribal cuisines. Additionally, the event will feature the band 'Go! Go! 5' and A-mei, promising a night filled with energetic and classic songs. A-mei also praises Hualien's magical atmosphere and the warmth of its people, while sharing her anticipation for the event due to the scenic beauty and friendships. The event will be free for all attendees to enjoy.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 26, 2024, at 9:09 am, popular Kaohsiung internet celebrity 'Zhiyuan' was suspected of being reported for drug involvement, leading to a search operation by the Qiaotou District Prosecutors' Office this morning where Class 1 and 2 drugs were found. 'Zhiyuan' was summoned for questioning, shocking netizens and industry insiders. The Oyster Village Tong'an Temple, where 'Zhiyuan' serves as chairman, swiftly issued a statement cutting ties. 'Zhiyuan,' known for collaborations with famous YouTubers, is now under investigation for drug-related offenses.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Job Bank pointed out that the average monthly salary this year is 47,000 Yuan, with a 5.4% year-on-year increase, setting a new high in ten years. However, 2/3 of the industries have salaries lower than the average, indicating a structure where there are few high-paying industries and many low-paying ones. Today's joint meeting of the 'Minimum Wage Review Committee and Consultation Committee' is considered a precursor battle for next year's adjustment of the minimum wage. 30 committee members will analyze the average monthly salary and real wage increase by industry for 2024 and discuss whether there is room for salary adjustment based on the current economic data and outlook.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
在2024年6月26日上午9:09，許維恩和王家梁為寶貝女兒忒忒慶祝滿1歲生日，舉辦抓周派對，忒忒被形容為小公主，可愛極了。在撩爸爸方面，她也表現超級得意。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Middle Taiwan University recruited Ugandan students but subjected them to overwork, violating human trafficking prevention laws. The former vice president was sentenced to 5 years and 6 months in prison, along with other officials receiving heavier sentences. The court found that the officials misled students by promising scholarships and work opportunities, exploiting them for labor. Another official was convicted for benefiting from not penalizing companies hiring Ugandan students, leading to a total of 7 to 2 years in prison with fines imposed. The court also ordered the recovery of illicit gains from certain individuals involved.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
美國新車在2024年6月的銷量預計將因受到影響廣泛的CDK網路攻擊導致的故障而從去年同期下降。這對包括J.D. Power和GlobalData在內的行業顧問的聯合報告指出，在美國有超過15,000家零售店依賴這家零售技術和軟體供應商。 預計2024年6月的總新車銷量將在1,336,800至1,273,600輛之間，較去年同期下降2.6%至7.2%。平均激勵支出每輛車從去年同期增長了51.2％，預計將達到2,625美元。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an urgent nationwide recall of nearly 300 types of canned coffee products, affecting various brands and coffee roasters distributed across the United States by Snapchill LLC. The recall was initiated due to the risk of potential botulism toxin production in the low acid canned foods, which could lead to severe illness or even death. Consumers are advised to check for specific identifiers on the canned coffee products and return them for a refund as a precautionary measure.
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Reported about 1 year ago
2024年6月26日上午9:07，小S在追星金智媛時搖車窗尖叫，喊出「我是小S」，不料粉絲反應尷尬。
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