Reported 7 months ago
Roaring Kitty, also known as Keith Gill, made optimistic predictions for GameStop's future, but most have not materialized. Despite a $116 million investment in the company this year, GameStop's shares have only risen by 45%, with challenges in sales and profitability persisting. Gill's forecasts on revenue growth, shift to digital economy, and GameStop's rebranding have yet to be realized. The company, facing financial struggles, has closed down its cryptocurrency and NFT business according to reports. GameStop's stock price surged with retail investor enthusiasm, enabling it to raise significant capital through share sales. Gill remains confident in the company's prospects despite ongoing setbacks.
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Reported 7 months ago
Harvard scientists propose a new UFO theory, suggesting that aliens may actually reside in Earth's 'Cryptic Land'. The theory explores the idea of 'cryptoterrestrial' civilization hidden on Earth, with potential bases in unexplored regions like 80% of the oceans, uncharted caves, and the dark side of the moon. Researchers believe these hidden civilizations may have existed before humans and could still be dwelling in places like the 'Alaska Triangle' and beneath volcanoes. The study aims to broaden the discussion on UFO mysteries, encouraging scientists to explore alternative theories beyond traditional extraterrestrial hypotheses.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 13, 2024, around 5 p.m., smoke was seen coming from the pipes of the luxury residence 'Fubon Sky Tree' in Taichung, West District. The fire department responded to the call, with multiple teams arriving on the scene to handle the situation, luckily without any casualties. The initial investigation pointed to a minor smoke incident caused by an electrical short circuit. When firefighters arrived at the scene, there was no fire or smoke, and no one was trapped. As high-rise building fire safety has been a concern recently, the fire department is conducting further investigations into the cause of the smoke. The exact reason for the smoke is still to be determined. Taichung/Comprehensive report by Taiwan Television News Edited by Website Center. For more news, visit Taiwan Television News' website.
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Reported 7 months ago
In Taipei on June 13, 2024, a woman surnamed Lin who claimed to have worked as an assistant during the term of President Lai Ching-te and Vice President Hsiao Mei-chin as legislators was arrested for falsely claiming to be a lawyer and accepting cases since 2019, writing legal documents for clients and receiving tens of thousands of dollars in fees. Despite her impressive credentials, including as a legal advisor for various companies, she never passed the bar exam, with nearly 10 reported victims of her scams from 2019 to 2024. Lin was brought in for questioning by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office and the Investigation Bureau. Disclaimer: Until proven guilty, individuals should be viewed as innocent.
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Reported 7 months ago
Since 2013, Taipei City Government's Cultural Affairs Department has been organizing the 'Taipei Cultural and Creative Industry Development Program,' with 'Taipei corners' leading local cultural and creative entrepreneurs to participate in international exhibitions, expand overseas market opportunities, and showcase Taiwan's creative cultural products. In 2024, the Taipei City Government's Cultural Affairs Department and Songshan Cultural and Creative Park will once again lead Taiwanese cultural and creative brands to international markets, targeting Tokyo, Penang, and Hong Kong to showcase Taipei's cultural heritage and creative energy. This initiative aims to promote Taiwan's cultural and creative industries internationally, emphasizing Taipei's rich cultural roots and innovative spirit as key drivers of economic growth and social progress.
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Reported 7 months ago
A 68-year-old retiree with a monthly income of $12,000 seeks advice on whether to use funds from their 401(k) to pay off a low-rate mortgage. Despite having two pensions and Social Security, the retiree is considering becoming debt-free by paying off a $100,000 mortgage on a $600,000 house. The article discusses the implications of this decision, including the impact on future security, considerations on interest rates, tax benefits, and the importance of asset allocation in retirement savings.
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Reported 7 months ago
柯建銘拜會蔡英文時提到三點叮嚀，後來卻悄悄刪除，引起部分媒體猜測是否牽涉「蔡賴之爭」。幕僚表示這是對手炒作的荒謬劇本，強調蔡英文、賴清德、柯建銘在政治上的默契，不存在互信危機，並呼籲不要穿鑿附會。
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Reported 7 months ago
Senior artist Yang Fan and his socialite wife Julie have been married for 28 years. Recently, it was rumored that they were sleeping in separate rooms. Yang Fan admitted during a variety show recording that indeed he and Julie do not sleep together at night and have a wall between their rooms. He explained that as they got older, their lifestyles and sleeping habits varied, leading to the decision to sleep separately. Regarding their sexual life, when asked, Yang Fan shyly affirmed that it is still ongoing, showing his love for his wife. Overall, the couple maintains a close relationship despite the arrangements of their personal lives.
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Reported 7 months ago
F.I.R.飛兒樂團前主唱詹雯婷被指涉嫌抄襲3首歌曲，前隊友阿沁（黃漢青）等人求償300萬元侵害著作權，智慧財產法院一審及二審都駁回原告之訴，認定阿沁等人的主張無法證實。詹雯婷反駁並表示3首歌曲是她單獨創作，並提出金曲獎入圍等證據支持自己的立場。
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Reported 7 months ago
The Da Vinci Experience exhibition with a focus on immersive experiences opened at the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Warehouse in Taipei, featuring a 5-meter big screen showcasing Da Vinci's masterpieces like the 'Mona Lisa'. Visitors can explore over 50 precious exhibition items, including a close-up look at the 'Mona Lisa' through a decade of analysis with multispectral cameras. The exhibition also offers interactive installations, a sensory projection system, and an AI Da Vinci portrait painting experience.
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Reported 7 months ago
In the central social area on June 13, 2024, at 6:48 am, a woman wearing a high-slit dress helped direct traffic at a car accident on the National Highway. Identified as internet sensation 'Zhang Shuqing,' the woman in a high-slit dress caught netizens' attention and praise as she assisted with traffic control at the scene. With over 660,000 followers on Instagram, she is also a prominent showgirl for SONY's PlayStation series of electronic products. This incident of the highway accident involving the attractive 'High-Slit Beauty' directing traffic has sparked discussions online.
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Reported 7 months ago
Hong Kong actor Louis Koo, known for his philanthropy, is currently embroiled in a scandal involving an unpaid debt of 35 million New Taiwan dollars that has been outstanding for ten years. The debt stemmed from a fashion brand and restaurant business investment made in 2013 and 2014 with former Sun Entertainment Culture chairman Tang Chai-chi. Tang claims that Koo borrowed 8.3 million Hong Kong dollars at the time but has not repaid the loan since. Koo has not yet responded to the lawsuit filed against him by Tang in the Hong Kong High Court.
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Reported 7 months ago
Following the booming housing market after the opening of New Qing'an Expressway, the Central Bank announced new measures to curb speculation. Despite freezing interest rates, the bank introduced the sixth wave of credit controls, reducing the maximum loan-to-value ratio for second homes in specific areas to 60%. Although the control measures were not expanded, experts believe the impact is milder than expected. They reassure that single home buyers in restricted areas need not worry, as the restrictions mainly affect those planning to purchase a second property.
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Reported 7 months ago
中國藝人胡歌和上海市台辦主任鍾曉敏12日同班飛機抵達台灣，引發外界關注。陸委會副主委兼發言人梁文傑在記者會上表示，事前並不知道兩人同一班飛機，鍾曉敏受邀來台磋商雙城論壇事宜，而胡歌則是參與青年座談。民進黨議員許淑華懷疑胡歌可能是中共統戰的工具，但陸委會則強調申請來台的程序是透明的，並由台北市府詳細說明。
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Reported 7 months ago
Lin Zhi Xuan, the king of vocals, will bring his upgraded concert to Taipei Arena next month with special guests and talks about the recent trend of nostalgia. He hopes fans won't just do a 'big sing-along' but pay attention to the details of the songs. He teases a special guest from the new generation, promising a diverse setlist in various languages, aiming to create a unique nostalgic experience and emphasize the importance of live singing in the current music scene.
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Reported 7 months ago
While South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol is conducting a visit to Central Asia to deepen energy and critical mineral cooperation, South Korea is also engaged in various drills to counter North Korean threats. The drills include air defense exercises by the South Korean Army in the capital region, deployment of new river-crossing equipment, and the showcasing of a domestically produced 3,000-ton submarine. Alongside these preparations, the US Air Force AC-130J gunship aircraft arrived in South Korea for joint exercises with South Korean special forces, seen as a warning to Pyongyang. Additionally, South Korea and the US held a nuclear consultation meeting to address the growing nuclear threat from North Korea, preparing for the annual US-South Korea joint military exercise in August focused on nuclear war scenarios.
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Reported 7 months ago
Located on Bo’ai Street in Zhubei, the 1927 old house restaurant is a combination of cultural time tunnel. The first floor operates as a compound restaurant, while the second floor houses a lounge and a time living exhibition area. The house originally belonged to a doctor who practiced in Southeast Asia before settling in Zhubei. In 2023, the house was leased by a public relations consulting company and transformed into a nostalgic dining experience. The restaurant offers creative dishes using natural ingredients and also functions as a space for meetings, art, and family activities on the second floor. The time living exhibition area showcases the early lifestyle of the house owner's family, featuring fragrant old cypress wood furniture, redwood beds, and unique designs. The restaurant preserves the historic architectural and cultural essence of the old house, promoting a blend of culture and cuisine.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 13, 2024, at 6:46 AM, commentator Changping reflected on the impact of the iconic photograph 'Earthrise' taken by astronaut William Anders in 1968, highlighting how it changed humanity's perspective on Earth. Emphasizing the unity of humankind when viewing our shared planet from space, the article touches on the recent passing of Anders and contrasts the spirit of exploration and global unity he embodied with the nationalist undertones of recent Chinese lunar missions. It concludes with a reflection on the importance of transcending national, political, and cultural boundaries to embrace a collective human identity inspired by the view of Earth from space.
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Reported 7 months ago
A woman vented online about her mother-in-law's insistence on giving their newborn daughter an incredibly tacky name, '廖春勉', causing shock even to household registration officials. Despite the wife's resistance, her husband suddenly complied with his mother’s demands due to the promise of shop ownership, leading to a heated confrontation. Netizens expressed shock and disbelief over the situation, while the wife vowed to change the embarrassing name soon.
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Reported 7 months ago
As graduation season arrives, National Taiwan University's choice of guest speaker for this year's commencement has sparked discussion. NTU's president invited renowned actress Brigitte Lin to address the graduates, believing she could offer unique inspiration to young people compared to corporate figures. While some graduates expressed confusion due to the generational gap, others look forward to hearing Lin's story, with reactions ranging from surprise to anticipation. Despite differing opinions among students, NTU's selection of Brigitte Lin aims to provide distinct insights for the youth.
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Reported 7 months ago
Goldman Sachs aims to double its lending to ultra-wealthy private bank clients with account sizes exceeding $10 million over the next five years, as part of a strategy to bolster its wealth management operations. CEO David Solomon mentioned that the bank is well positioned to competitively serve its private wealth clients' borrowing needs. The push for lending comes as a silver lining from Goldman's consumer business setback, with a surge in consumer savings deposits allowing for cheap funding for its markets division and lending across institutional businesses, including private banking activities.
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Reported 7 months ago
Recently, there has been a surge in sea urchins at the intertidal zone near Xiao Liuqiu in Pingtung, causing injuries to snorkeling tourists. Some tourists have been stung, leading to erysipelas that has not healed even after a month. To address the ecological damage caused by the 'Mei's Long-Spined Sea Urchin' and 'Aristotle's Lantern Sea Urchin,' the county government has decided to remove them from the conservation list starting from July 1st. In response to the injuries, the government is providing guidance on how to treat minor cases at home, but more severe cases will require medical treatment and tetanus vaccinations.
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Reported 7 months ago
President Lai Ching-te recently appeared on the cover of TIME magazine after an interview focusing on international cooperation, cross-strait relations, economic development, and global industry chains. Lai emphasized Taiwan's democratic values, the need for unity against external pressures, and the importance of Taiwan's role in global prosperity. He also addressed concerns about China's influence and expressed willingness to assist in regional peace and progress, while outlining a commitment to deepen Taiwan's democracy and safeguard its sovereignty.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 13, 2024, a Chinese community platform called Little Red Book featured an account named 'Soochow University Hall,' with photos attributed to Soochow University. The first post introduced itself using simplified characters as from the 'Taiwan region.' Despite the university clarifying it as unofficial and requesting the posts be deleted, questions were raised about 'undermining sovereignty for recruitment.' The Ministry of Education urged universities to uphold principles of equality and dignity in recruitment. Even after clarifications, Soochow University students expressed discontent over the situation. The Ministry also mentioned optimistic prospects for admitting around 9,000 mainland Chinese students next year, waiting for further responses.
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