Reported 7 months ago
Yeon Tae-gu, Han Seon-hwa, and Gwon Leul star in 'The Woman Who Plays with Toys', a South Korean drama based on a web novel. Yeon Tae-gu breaks his character stereotype of a cold tough guy and takes on the challenge of a romantic comedy, showcasing a new charm. The series tells the story of a former gangster and a naive yet scatterbrained children's content creator, who meet by chance and embark on a romantic comedy journey full of twists and heartwarming moments. Han Seon-hwa plays a role completely different from her previous works, expressing her excitement for the energetic and emotional character. The drama also features popular actor Park Jae-chan, known for his role in 'Language Error', as Yeon Tae-gu's loyal follower. The series includes surprise cameos from Ha Dong-hoon and his wife who bring extra humor to the show. 'The Woman Who Plays with Toys' airs weekly on Fridays and Saturdays, promising a mix of humorous and romantic moments.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
In a house fire on June 13, 2024, in New Taipei City, a family of five faced challenges as the fire smoke quickly rose through the indoor staircase, leading to a tragic outcome. While the father and daughter managed to escape through a window, the mother, son, and daughter's boyfriend were found on different floors and ultimately succumbed to the smoke and heat. Authorities advise that if smoke is thick or heat is felt on the stairs during an escape, residents should not approach and instead find safety indoors, blocking smoke with towels or clothes while awaiting rescue.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
At a press conference held by the national KMT faction in Taoyuan City Council on June 13, 2024, they criticized the DPP for betraying the people of Taoyuan by reviving three SRF power plants against the public will, accusing the green camp of playing both sides, and specifically mentioning Deputy Minister of Justice Huang Shijie and Mainland Affairs Council Chairman Zheng Wen-chan for being vocal before the election and silent afterwards, ignoring public opinion. Huang Shijie responded with detailed statements pointing out flaws in the Economic Department's decision and urging Taoyuan City Government to make a lawful ruling without playing fraudulent games, emphasizing the importance of addressing grassroots concerns.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Popular Taiwanese social media influencer known as 'Bao Te Wang' predicted on June 13, 2024, that Taiwanese social media influencers will be invited to China for filming projects with backing from the Chinese State Council to engage in cultural warfare. Taiwanese actress He Yi Qi revealed on the same day that she had received an invitation but promptly turned it down. She expressed concerns that agreeing to such invitations would reduce her to merely a tool, losing her ability to express personal opinions, and only serving a supportive role without freedom of thought. Despite the financial allure, He Yi Qi chose not to compromise her values and refused to participate in what she sees as a potentially manipulative campaign.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
A consumer purchased a convenience store lunchbox and found what appeared to be foreign fibers resembling dishcloth scraps inside, prompting the consumer to report to the Food and Drug Administration. The food company, upon being contacted, offered to compensate three times the price of the lunchbox at 300 NT dollars, without explaining the presence of the foreign object. The consumer expressed dissatisfaction with the company's attempt to settle the issue with money. According to consumer protection laws, in cases of significant harm caused by operators, consumers can demand punitive damages up to three times the amount, pending administrative investigation and penalty amounts from 60,000 to 200 million NT dollars based on the inspection results.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
As the 618 shopping festival enters the fierce competition phase, various items are offered at record low prices with additional platform bonuses, making discounts exceptionally steep this year. For summer home appliances like air conditioners, Sharp's inverter air conditioner with 1st-grade energy efficiency still generously lowers its price by $4,000 even after the early bird purchase period; Dyson's Purifier Cool 2-in-1 air purifier on sale for $5,000 off pairs well with different bonuses from June 14-18 and daily platform bonuses 12:00-12:59, becoming very cost-effective. Recommendations include the Energy-Saving Refrigerator with up to $4,200 in subsidies and the Dehumidifier halved in power consumption, making it a worthwhile investment during the 618 Festival. Additionally, other highlighted deals include economical kitchen appliances and lifestyle devices such as discounted air conditioners, air purifiers, massage chairs, and discounted cleaning tools like the exclusive iRobot Roomba i2 robot vacuum bundled with an aroma humidifier and toilet paper, and the value-for-money Sampo five-stage sonic toothbrush set at $699 with 9 brush heads included.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Ku Chiao-sin of the KMT recently clashed with DPP Secretary-General Wang Yichuan, revealing that a citizen reported Wang Yichuan violating traffic rules twice around 1 p.m. on June 11 while heading to the Taipei District Prosecutors Office. Former DPP Central Committee member Zhang Yishan insisted that Ku Chiao-sin should apologize to the entire nation for monitoring Wang Yichuan's car, questioning whether she knew it was his or not.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Shares of Broadcom (AVGO) surge after announcing a 10-for-1 stock split following better-than-expected Q2 results, while Tesla (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk reveals that shareholder resolutions for his $46 billion pay package and a move of the company's incorporation to Texas are both likely to pass. Final results are pending, with other popular tickers on Yahoo Finance including Nvidia (NVDA), Arm Holdings (ARM), and Adobe (ADBE). Notable guests today feature Krishna Guha, Garrett Nelson, Brent Schutte, Mohamed El-Erian, and Jere Doyle.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Labour Party leader Keir Starmer, vying to become Britain's prime minister, outlined plans to lead a government that is both 'pro-business and pro-worker,' promising stability after years of turmoil. Starmer aims to steer the country away from what he described as the Conservative Party's chaotic governance, focusing on wealth creation and long-term economic strategies. Labour's manifesto includes enhancing ties with the EU, but ruling out a return to the single market, along with moderate tax increases and pledges for infrastructure development.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
In preparation for the 35th Golden Melody Awards on June 29 at Taipei Arena, singer Wang Leehom is slated to perform in honor of the late CoCo. However, criticism arose from DPP Taipei Councilor Hsu Shu-hua over Leehom's controversial past remarks and actions, questioning his suitability. Media veteran Zhou Yukou also criticized this decision, calling out the Ministry of Culture for lacking oversight, and humorously suggesting a collaboration of artists like Show Lo, Jam Hsiao, Mayday, Ouyang Nana, Rainie Yang to sing an impromptu song that mocks 'bad men and women' and the need to 'forgive those who betray their families and country'. The public also expressed disappointment and disbelief over this selection debacle.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
清華大學將於本週六舉辦畢業典禮，校長高為元邀請好友林青霞擔任致詞嘉賓，當屆畢業生對她不甚熟悉，但認為她以名望和地位著稱，表示有機會聽她演講非常好。學生指出林青霞對年輕族群吸引力稍嫌不足，更希望能請業界人士演講以對未來就業和升學有所幫助。其他名校也曾邀請明星演講，顯示畢業典禮的致詞嘉賓可多元化，不僅限於企業家和政治家。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
一種巨大的魚類物種，在七年前首次被發現，在俄勒岡州上週擱淺，根據研究這種動物的海洋生物學家指出。這種7.3英尺長的大盜太陽魚，也被稱為mola tecta，在2017年首次被發現，並偶爾被發現靠近澳大利亞、紐西蘭和太平洋西北地區。這種物種以尾巴分成兩半的厚皮瓣為特徵。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
On June 13, 2024, the New Taipei City police broke a credit card fraud case, where a couple purchased credit card information online to commit over NT$500,000 in fraudulent purchases using fake accounts and then sold the goods for profit. Three suspects were arrested and charged. The police seized the couple's fake identification documents and various drugs as evidence. They remind the public to be cautious with personal and credit card information to prevent identity theft. If anyone suspects fraudulent activities, they are advised to contact the bank and report to the police immediately.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
In Taipei, there are several street museums worth visiting without an entrance fee, such as DiHua 207 Museum, Futaitai Street Western-Style Building, Beitou Hot Spring Museum, Rongjin Time Park, and The Prison Japanese Pharmacy Museum. To avoid traffic, taking public transportation like the metro and buses is recommended, and the article provides guidance on using the Taiwan Bus app for route planning to reach these museums conveniently. Each museum offers a unique historical and cultural experience within Taipei's city limits.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
At a KTV in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, students can enjoy a singing session for only 300 yuan for 4 hours, including a beef noodle or pork chop meal with a drink. Another chain KTV offers a weekday 'breakthrough price' of 35 yuan per hour to attract students, with many taking advantage of this affordable deal. As summer approaches and a KTV prepares to relocate, they are offering discounts of 50% on weekdays and 30% on holidays, luring in young customers. Bookings are full, prompting students to reserve and enjoy the discounted rates for a singing session with a meal included.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
On June 13, 2024, reporters from SET News, Hu Shiying and He Zhengfeng, reported on the dangers of charging behaviors, stressing the risks of charging unattended or while asleep and the presence of flammable materials nearby. Incidents of major fires caused by overcharging electric scooters or improper use of extension cords have been mentioned. Common habits like leaving phones charging unattended while sleeping pose serious risks of fires, especially if batteries ignite unnoticed. It is advised to avoid charging in humid, high-temperature environments and to keep charging areas clear of flammable objects for safer charging practices.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
On June 13, 2024, at 7:30 am, the People's Daily reported that Director Ju Zongxian of the Hsinchu Veterans Service Office led various supervisors and service personnel to visit elderly living alone and elderly couples living together in Hsinchu County and City to check on their health and safety. They provided gifts, essential supplies, and safety reminders, making the veterans and their families feel cared for. The office, aware of the challenges faced by seniors like an elderly man with Parkinson's disease, pledged to increase visit frequencies, link to long-term care resources, and encourage them to consider living in the veterans' home to reduce risks of living alone. Director Ju emphasized the importance of caring for veterans' families and promised to continue improving services to enhance their quality of life.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
On June 13, 2024, the Taiwan Stock Exchange closed at 22,312.04 points, up 263.08 points with a trading volume of 516.962 billion NT dollars. Investment funds bought 78.27 billion NT dollars and sold 72.87 billion NT dollars, resulting in a net purchase of 5.4 billion NT dollars. Notably, investment funds sold over 20,000 lots of shares from four shipping companies, leading to speculation and confusion among investors regarding the funds' continuous selling behavior in the sector.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
As summer approaches, it's time to head to the beach and show off your bikini body. In this episode of 'Health Today,' learn two simple exercises led by a senior physical therapist to burn belly fat and sculpt your abs at home, ensuring you're confident in your swimwear. Click to watch the video and get moving! (If you experience pain while exercising, seek assistance from healthcare professionals) For more Health Today articles: Say Goodbye to Bat Wings with 2 Arm Exercises, Improve Lower Body Circulation with 2 Leg Exercises, Stop Computer-Induced Neck and Shoulder Pain with 2 Easy Moves.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
JPMorgan Chase & Co.'s asset-management arm has raised over $500 million for a biotech venture-capital fund focusing on weight-loss drugs, particularly GLP-1s, which are in high demand and currently dominated by two companies. The fund, managed by Steve Squinto and Gaurav Gupta, has already made five investments, including leading a $100 million financing round for Enlaza Therapeutics. JPMorgan views the weight-loss industry as a potential area for significant growth and innovation beyond the current market players.
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Reported 7 months ago
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Reported 7 months ago
洛杉磯充電器的邊衛Joey Bosa和Khalil Mack今年夏天決定減薪以留在球隊，兩人在與記者交談時都形容這一決定是易如反掌。他們認為留在充電器隊是贏球的最佳方式，藉著陣容變動中將總經理Joe Hortiz和主教練Jim Harbaugh納入團隊。如果Harbaugh確實是這個局勢的遺失的拼圖，那麼留在球隊的決定將引起充電器隊陣中的慶祝活動。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
During a fire on June 13, 2024, a family's younger brother was on the phone with his girlfriend when he abruptly told her about the fire and hung up to put it out, leaving her anxious without further news. The girlfriend rushed to the scene early the next morning only to learn the heartbreaking news. The brother's girlfriend clung to her boyfriend's sister in tears. The boyfriend was found dead, having tried to find his girlfriend on the 6th floor before perishing in the fire. The tragedy left the family and loved ones devastated, as they had been in a call just hours before the fire broke out.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
The Ministry of Economic Affairs in Taiwan reacted to China's announcement of terminating the preferential tariff treatments for 134 Taiwanese products under the ECFA agreement, affecting industries like petrochemicals, textiles, machinery, steel, metal, and transportation. Concerns over upcoming carbon fees, electricity prices, and financing for small and medium-sized enterprises were discussed during industry dialogues with the government. Businesses urged the government to boost international competitiveness by accelerating FTA agreements and improving the domestic business environment. The Ministry of Economic Affairs pledged support in enhancing operational conditions, expanding markets, promoting exports, and facilitating industry upgrades towards higher value-added and differentiation, while actively addressing issues like carbon fees, electricity prices, and SME financing.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Luxgen n⁷ officially opened online reservations for test drives and orders today, offering a special member price of 1.039 million, 6,000 less than the original price of 1.099 million. The new version also includes upgrades such as V2V car-to-car charging function and various popular accessories. Luxgen announced that from 3 p.m. today, the general public can become 'honored members' by paying 1,000 online with an exclusive invitation code from a Luxgen car owner. Yulon shareholders can obtain a shareholder-exclusive invitation code on the Yulon official website to become 'honored members' after paying 1,000 on the Luxgen website with the exclusive code. Members will enjoy priority test drives, VIP privileges for lifelong pre-orders in the LuxClub, and receive 1,000 points. Additionally, Luxgen has added delivery centers in Yilan and Hualien in June to provide more services to members.
Source: YAHOO