Reported 4 months ago
During a municipal council session, Tainan City Councilor Lin Mei-yan suggested Mayor Huang Wei-che utilize the 'Tainan 400' events to develop the natural ecotourism site of Four Kings' Statue in Taijiang, connecting the mangrove landscape and oyster farming industry, proposing it as the 'Four Kings' Statue Mangrove Waterway Market.' Various local organizations have submitted a preliminary planning proposal for this, which the mayor accepted and agreed to prioritize as an important tourism resource for Tainan.
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Reported 4 months ago
In the June 4 drawing, a single winning ticket from Illinois secured the $560 million Mega Millions jackpot, with a lump-sum payment option of $264 million after taxes. This is only the second jackpot win of the year, the first being a $1.13 billion win in March. The winning numbers were 19, 37, 40, 63, 69, with the Megaball 17 and Megaplier 3X. Other winners included Match 5 winners in California and Maryland. Players can purchase tickets at various locations or online through Jackpocket.
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Reported 4 months ago
Stocks rallied as investors speculated on a Fed rate cut later in the year, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting record highs. The Dow also gained, while Nvidia's surge boosted confidence. Treasury yield dipped following softer data in ISM services report, ADP jobs data, and Bank of Canada's rate cut. Meanwhile, HPE, CrowdStrike, and Dollar General saw notable gains on strong earnings and outlooks.
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Reported 4 months ago
Global securities watchdog IOSCO stated that stock exchanges and trading platforms need to develop and disclose plans for managing outages to offer more predictability for customers. This recommendation comes after recent glitches and outages, such as one at the New York Stock Exchange causing significant market swings. IOSCO emphasized the importance of improved preparedness, market resilience, and investor confidence in handling such incidents, suggesting strategies for reopening trading and managing closing auctions to ensure smooth operations and alternative solutions if needed.
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Reported 4 months ago
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs fueled by technology stocks as markets analyzed economic data indicating potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Tech stocks led gains among S&P 500 sectors, with communication and industrials following suit while consumer staples faced losses. The possibility of weaker economic data and a cooling bond market pressure prompted traders to predict a 69% chance of a September rate reduction, as U.S. 10-year Treasury yields hit a two-month low. Notably, chip stocks surged, with Nvidia surpassing Apple in market valuation, and other companies like Hewlett Packard Enterprise and CrowdStrike Holdings forecasting positive revenue reports.
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Reported 4 months ago
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Reported 4 months ago
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Reported 4 months ago
演員Glen Powell在Jennifer Hudson Show上談論了他的父母提供的愛情建議，指出要尋找一個具有幽默感的人。他感激父母的智慧，並在節目上透露了他們40多年婚姻的秘訣。他還分享了父母在他電影首映和特別場合上開他玩笑的事情。
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Reported 4 months ago
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has implemented various changes in the US market following the 2021 GameStop frenzy, including transitioning to T+1 settlement, enhancing hedge fund disclosure on short-selling positions, proposing market structure reforms to address conflicts of interest, and seeking to regulate digital trading practices. These measures aim to bolster market transparency, resilience, and investor protection in light of the increased retail trading activity spurred by the GameStop saga.
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Reported 4 months ago
A pro-Russia hacker group claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on the website of Santa Barbara Systems, a General Dynamics subsidiary in Spain preparing tanks for Ukraine. General Dynamics confirmed the attempted cyberattack, noting that it did not compromise any systems. The NoName hacking group conducted a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack, targeting servers to disrupt operations. Spain's support for Ukraine has drawn cyber threats, with NATO attributing Russian involvement in such attacks on member states, a claim Russia denies. Amid ongoing investigations, Santa Barbara Systems remains focused on protecting its sensitive data, with operations in Europe running normally according to General Dynamics.
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Reported 4 months ago
自去年以來，專家一再報告了Nvidia（NASDAQ: NVDA）股票的新成長，股價持續攀升。Nvidia股票過去一年上漲了174％，年初至今上漲了122％，本月再次大漲 25％。公司在最近 30 天內股價上漲25％，這歸因於再次實現盈利並繼續主導人工智能領域。儘管過去的獲利和公司在科技領域的地位表明，Nvidia股票對於長期投資者仍然是一個有吸引力的選擇。
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Reported 4 months ago
Impure Season 3 is available to watch and stream online via Hulu, featuring the thrilling journey of Evandro in the shady underworld. With 10 episodes, the season follows Evandro navigating through challenges to maintain his position in the crime world after various obstacles. Starring Raphael Logam and Lorena Comparato, the show offers a suspenseful storyline set in Rio de Janeiro during the 90s. Viewers can access the series on Hulu with different subscription plans offering ad-supported or ad-free viewing options.
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Reported 4 months ago
The article discusses the current bull market, where the S&P 500 has reached record highs, emphasizing the longevity of bull markets compared to bear markets historically. It recommends investing in strong growth stocks like Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) due to its leadership in high-growth markets such as e-commerce and cloud computing, potential in monetizing artificial intelligence, and improved cost structure to boost earnings. Amazon's strategic positioning and focus on innovation make it a favorable investment option for the long term.
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Reported 4 months ago
This USA TODAY article ranks the eight most beautiful Major League Baseball stadiums based on their aesthetic appeal and surrounding views. The list includes Petco Park in San Diego, Oracle Park in San Francisco, PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Wrigley Field in Chicago, Coors Field in Denver, Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Target Field in Minnesota, and Fenway Park in Boston. Each stadium is praised for its unique design, historic significance, and stunning views, making them standout landmarks in the world of baseball.
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Reported 4 months ago
Boeing successfully launched its Starliner spacecraft with astronauts Barry 'Butch' Wilmore and Sunita 'Suni' Williams aboard, marking a significant milestone in its competition with SpaceX. The capsule is on a mission to rendezvous with the International Space Station after overcoming technical issues, delays, and a previous unmanned test flight. Boeing aims for Starliner to compete with SpaceX's Crew Dragon, with NASA certification pending after completing this test flight, including docking with the ISS and safe return of astronauts.
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Reported 4 months ago
According to Screen Producers Australia, TV content commissioning by streaming companies in Australia has drastically decreased, with an SPA survey revealing that 80% of members are facing reduced interest from streamers. This slowdown impacts various stages of production and has consequences on funding and mental health in the industry. Despite Australia's strong production resources and incentive schemes, the decline in commissioning is attributed to factors like lack of funding, corporate strategy shifts, and a global slowdown. As the government considers implementing quotas to support the local production sector, the delay in legislation enactment by the set target of July 1, 2024, leaves industry insiders and audiences eager for Australian stories via online streaming services.
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Reported 4 months ago
Elon Musk, who previously vowed to not own a house, was reported to have discussed purchasing a small home from a Tesla board director, priced around $400,000. Despite his statements in 2020, Musk bought a house in Austin in 2022. His interest was in a factory-built house from Samara, a startup known for prefabricated homes ranging from $269,000 to over $414,000. The transaction involving Musk and Samara is currently on hold, with Samara's founder stepping down from a Tesla committee out of caution.
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Reported 4 months ago
After years of tariffs on solar imports from China, the US is still trying to catch up as China maintains dominance in the solar supply chain. Despite tariffs, China has doubled its solar manufacturing capabilities, while the US is set to end tariff exemptions on solar imports from Southeast Asia, with 87.5% of photovoltaic imports sourced from the region. Challenges in recreating supply chains at a low cost persist, with the US relying on Asia for critical solar components and facing uncertainty in future policies that could impact domestic manufacturing and Biden's climate goals.
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Reported 4 months ago
Months after a cyberattack on UnitedHealth Group's technology unit, community health centers continue to struggle with red tape in receiving back payments, operational issues, and customer losses. Change Healthcare, a key claims processor affected, caused disruptions in medical services and revenue flow. Providers are facing challenges in reconciling claims, tracking payments, and handling paperwork, affecting patient care and revenue streams.
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Reported 4 months ago
The European Central Bank is assessing how top banks in the region lend to the private equity sector amidst increasing corporate default risks. The ECB is conducting a thorough review with major lenders to ensure appropriate default probabilities for loans to heavily indebted companies owned by private equity funds. This move is part of ongoing efforts to curb excessive risk-taking and lax risk management practices in lending to private equity, potentially leading to demands for increased provisions or capital reserves from banks and impacting profitability. The industry is facing challenges as interest rate hikes signal the end of cheap credit, thus prompting the need for strengthened risk management frameworks in banks.
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Reported 4 months ago
NewsBreak, a popular news app in the US with Chinese origins, came under scrutiny for publishing fake news generated by AI technology. The app, which has over 50 million monthly users, has been found to produce erroneous stories, impersonate journalists for fictitious bylines, and infringe on copyright material. The company has faced lawsuits and criticism for its practices, with concerns raised about the use of AI tools to mislead readers. Additionally, the company's ties to China and the potential implications of Chinese-based engineers accessing American user data have raised security and privacy concerns.
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Reported 4 months ago
据彭博报道，Brookfield Asset Management的负责人Anuj Ranjan表示，该公司计划在未来五年内将其私人股本单位规模增加至三倍。他透露，扩张将以北美和西欧为主导，并表示对中东地区的机遇感到兴奋。尽管交易环境不及2020年或2021年那般繁荣，但Ranjan认为，近期交易活动已经回归，他指出公司已做好了增长的准备。该加拿大投资公司的私人股本业务目前管理约1290亿美元资产，并于去年为其有史以来规模最大的收购基金筹集了120亿美元。
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Reported 4 months ago
Randy Gerstbacher, a San Francisco Gen Xer, quit his job to spend more time with his son, prioritizing family over long work hours. As an 'older dad' and cancer survivor, he aims to maximize family time, knowing he'll be 70 when his son graduates high school. With financial stability, support from his wife, and being responsible with savings, Gerstbacher represents a growing trend of American men temporarily stepping back from the workforce. While monitoring job opportunities, he has recently accepted a consulting role, while still focusing on family time with his son.
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Reported 4 months ago
The US has experienced a 150% increase in mpox cases, with the CDC recommending complete vaccination to those at risk, especially as June's Pride Month gatherings may lead to a surge. Individuals, especially Black and Hispanic LGBTQ+ communities, are urged to get vaccinated with two doses of the Jynneos vaccine to prevent infection. Health experts are concerned about potential outbreaks if vaccination rates remain low, emphasizing the need to reach at-risk populations and address barriers in care.
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Reported 4 months ago
Thieves have stolen over 300 fire hydrants in various parts of Los Angeles County, mostly for brass recycling, leading to more than $1.2 million in losses for Golden State Water Co. Locking devices, welding, and steel covers have been implemented to deter theft, with law enforcement investigating and urging the public to report any information on the thefts. The absence of fire hydrants poses a significant threat to public safety and firefighting operations, emphasizing the importance of immediate access to water sources during emergencies.
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