Reported 7 months ago
The EU announced temporary anti-subsidy tariffs on Chinese-made pure electric cars starting from July 4, with rates ranging from 17.4% to 48.1% depending on factors like cooperation in investigations. This move, seen as potentially impacting the relationship between the two regions, aims to protect EU manufacturers but may not deter Chinese automakers from exporting to Europe as they can potentially absorb the additional costs. The decision has triggered concerns and opposition, with China's Ministry of Commerce expressing strong dissatisfaction and urging the EU to correct its actions, stating that this move harms China's electric car industry. The increased tariffs could lead to potential retaliatory measures, with the situation generating uncertainties for both Chinese and EU automakers alike.
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Reported 7 months ago
European auto stocks, particularly those of Germany's luxury carmakers, have fallen on concerns over potential retaliation from China in response to the EU's new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. The EU imposed extra duties on imported Chinese electric cars, prompting fears of direct retaliatory measures from China that could impact luxury carmakers exporting to China. Despite some investors expecting a balanced response, the European auto index dropped 2.3% to a four-month low, with Chinese-exposed Volvo Car being the biggest decliner. Analysts warn of potential challenges for the auto sector and other industries like France's cognac industry if tensions escalate further.
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Reported 7 months ago
Microsoft President Brad Smith testified before a U.S. House Homeland Security Committee regarding the tech giant's security practices and connections to China after China-linked hackers accessed 60,000 U.S. State Department emails through Microsoft's systems. Russian hackers also spied on Microsoft's senior staff emails. Lawmakers criticized Microsoft for its failure to prevent these breaches and emphasized the importance of oversight despite the company's significance as a federal technology and security partner. Smith acknowledged their responsibility and outlined efforts to address the issues.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Ministry of Health and Welfare's Food and Drug Administration's proposal to name imported long-life fresh milk as 'Long-Lasting Fresh Milk' has sparked opposition from the dairy farming industry. Legislator Zhang Jiachun demanded the Ministry of Agriculture to clarify their stance to avoid misleading consumers and protect dairy farmers' livelihoods. New Zealand's liquid milk may be tariff-free in Taiwan by 2025, potentially impacting the local dairy industry. The Ministry of Agriculture is committed to supporting dairy farmers and advocating for the name 'Long-Lasting Fresh Milk' for market differentiation, amidst ongoing discussions with the Ministry of Health and Welfare.
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Reported 7 months ago
Australian police in the City of Casey, Victoria, have issued a warrant for the arrest of a woman surnamed Hung, believed to be Taiwanese, without disclosing specific details. Taiwanese netizens speculate that Hung may have been wanted for arson involving car burning in Australia. The police have not revealed her nationality or the exact charges against her, urging the public to provide information if they know of her whereabouts. Netizens have pointed out that Hung is suspected to be Taiwanese, possibly from Chiayi, and had conflicts related to renting a property in March, including using hot water against tenants. Recently, she is suspected of arson and car burning, leading to the warrant by Australian authorities.
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Reported 7 months ago
Beyoncé's twins, Rumi and Sir Carter, turned 7 with a look back at the pregnancy announcement on their birthday. In 2017, Beyoncé announced her pregnancy with twins on Instagram, showcasing her baby bump amidst flowers, which quickly became the most-liked photo on the app. Update reveals Rumi making history as the youngest female artist to chart on the Billboard Hot 100. Tina Knowles shared insights on the twins' personalities, describing Rumi as an artist and creator while calling Sir quiet and smart. The twins already show promise, with fans eagerly watching their budding lives and achievements.
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Reported 7 months ago
A 24-year-old woman in Taichung, Taiwan, was caught driving a 6 million Porsche erratically on the road and was stopped by police for drink driving. She claimed that she had drank less than her male friend but was still over the legal limit. Both were fined and the car owner's license was suspended for 2 years. The woman attempted to avoid the law by asking about refusing the alcohol test, but eventually cooperated and was found to be significantly over the limit. The news serves as a reminder not to drink and drive, with underage drinking being strongly discouraged.
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Reported 7 months ago
A man surnamed Hong in Taichung was seen dribbling a basketball on the road and even kicking the ball, resulting in damage to the rearview mirror of a passing female rider. Hong, currently unemployed and in a bad mood, taunted for police to be called during the incident. Police later charged him with endangering public safety and issued a traffic violation ticket. Authorities warned against engaging in dangerous activities affecting others' safety and will handle the case according to the law.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 13, 2024, at 5:00 in the morning, Elden Ring released a plot review video and officially announced that the game has sold over 25 million copies! Many players may have decided to jump into or return to the game now because the DLC 'Golden Tree: Land of Shadows' is about to be released. However, players need to pay attention because to enter the new DLC stage 'Land of Shadows,' they must defeat the main game bosses 'King of Fresh Blood' Mornge and 'Star General' Latan before reaching the 'Cocoon of the Fallen God' at the Monkwynn Dynasty Temple to access the new chapter. According to official statistics, since the game's launch in 2022, only 38.7% of players have defeated the boss Mornge. This means that over 60% of players who bought 'Golden Tree: Land of Shadows' cannot access the DLC chapter. The main reason is that Mornge is not a boss that must be defeated in the main exploration process, and the process of reaching the Monkwynn Dynasty Temple is somewhat complex, causing many players to skip it. The official reminder is that there are eight days left before the DLC is released, so if you want to seamlessly transition to the new content, be sure to complete the necessary progress on time. Elden Ring: Golden Tree: Land of Shadows' will be officially released on June 21, so feel free to visit our live streaming channel then to experience the new DLC content together. (C) FromSoftware
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Reported 7 months ago
Gao Jie, during an interview for his new drama 'Plastic Flowers,' revealed that he is too busy to keep in touch with his former co-star Sun Peng and is not interested in meddling in others' affairs, preferring to focus on his own family matters. He emphasized the importance of not fostering bad habits or excessive reliance in children, and while supportive of his daughter's interest in the performing arts, he also warns her about the challenges of the entertainment industry. Furthermore, Gao Jie mentioned his commitment to correcting misconceptions and guiding young people, even cautioning against smoking despite his own habit, highlighting the importance of respecting parents and starting from basic principles for success.
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Reported 7 months ago
Glenna Sviter, a 50-year-old woman in Middlesbrough, UK, was found murdered in her home by her son, Declan Sviter, four days after the incident. Declan discovered his mother's body hidden under the sofa cushion when he visited her house and saw an unusual bulge. The accused, Andrew Hall, allegedly attacked Glenna during a robbery while in a drug-induced state, resulting in her death. The case is ongoing in the Newcastle Crown Court, with Hall facing charges of attempted murder and grievous bodily harm.
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Reported 7 months ago
Rivals in the petroleum and plant-based fuels industries are coming together to fight the Biden administration's new pollution limits, claiming they will unfairly push automakers to sell electric cars and reduce demand for their own products. Companies like the American Petroleum Institute and the National Corn Growers Association are challenging the vehicle standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency, with ethanol producers and oil industry heavyweights joining forces in the legal battle. The outcome will test President Biden's significant climate regulations and marks a united stance against the growth of electric vehicles that threaten liquid transportation fuels.
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Reported 7 months ago
Yip Wai-yan, Lin Wen-yi, and Fu Hsiao-yun attended the media chat event for the new drama 'Hello, Who Am I 2' on June 13, 2024. Cui Peiyi, Lin Wen-yi, and Fu Hsiao-yun attended the event and shared their experiences filming a dementia-themed drama. Cui Peiyi, portraying Mrs. Cao in the drama, mentioned how the role reflected her own life, leading to a profound change in her personality and attitude towards life and family, making her more caring and appreciative. Through portraying the character of Mrs. Cao, Cui Peiyi learned to be more empathetic and grateful, transforming her relationships with her family. The drama's theme of companionship and caregiving towards the elderly also had a significant impact on Lin Wen-yi and Fu Hsiao-yun, influencing their perspectives on life and family bonds.
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Reported 7 months ago
During the review of the New Residents Basic Law Draft at the Internal Affairs Committee of the Legislative Yuan on June 12, lawmakers including DPP caucus whip Ke Chien-ming and members from other parties gathered for discussions. Ke Chien-ming, who was previously reported for smoking in the Premier's resting room, was caught smoking near the meeting room entrance during a parliamentary negotiation on the 13th, and Taipei City Councilor Liu Tsai-wei has reported this to the Taipei City Health Bureau. Despite being previously reported and pending investigation, Ke Chien-ming was caught smoking indoors again. The Taipei City Health Bureau received the latest report and footage, and discussions are ongoing regarding potential penalties under the Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act.
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Reported 7 months ago
Perstorp, a subsidiary of Malaysia's national petrochemical group PCG, known for chemical innovation, partners with Intel's Open IP advanced liquid cooling team to create a high-performance synthetic cooling fluid for data center immersion cooling. Displayed Gaudi 3 AI accelerator liquid-cooled cold plates at this year's COMPUTEX with Intel's SuperFluid Cooling Technology, providing efficient and safe cooling through Perstorp's advanced synthetic cooling fluid. The collaboration focuses on low viscosity, long life, excellent dielectric properties, and fire safety, offering a PFAS-Free, biodegradable, and potentially 100% renewable material-based low carbon product. This advanced cooling technology enhances heat dissipation capabilities, meeting the demands of future high-end AI chips as the industry invests in liquid cooling to achieve high-density deployments for AI applications.
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Reported 7 months ago
大多數退休工人每月只能得到$1,915，遠低於2024年社會保障最高月金額，每月$4,873。試圖追求社會保障的最高福利可能是徒勞無功，相反，專注於建立堅實的退休儲蓄可能更為明智。通過通過長期投資，你可能在40年時間內攢下超過$1.5百萬，並在退休時每年提取4％的儲蓄餘額，達到與社會保障最高月金額相當的年收入$60,000。只要採取明智的投資策略，為退休儲蓄資金，可能能夠讓你享受豐裕的退休生活。
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Reported 7 months ago
The Central Bank held a board meeting today to discuss the ongoing high housing prices, without raising interest rates but implementing the sixth wave of credit control measures, reducing the loan limit for the second house for individuals in seven metro areas (including six cities and New Taipei City) from 70% to 60%. This move aims to manage bank credit resources and reduce related credit risks amid the continued rise in residential property loan ratios. The new restrictions will be effective on June 14th.
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Reported 7 months ago
Da Wushan, Taiwan's largest egg-laying farm, debuted on the stock market at 57.13 yuan per share today (6/13), but due to a 2-year low in egg prices, the stock opened below the offering price at 53.1 yuan and closed with a 7.05% decrease. Investors who won shares in the lottery are now facing a loss of 4 thousand yuan per share. Despite the egg price fluctuations, Da Wushan remains optimistic about market prices as they mainly produce various egg products. The recent drop in egg prices, hitting a new low in 2 years, affected the market performance of Da Wushan, causing a 13% intraday plunge to 49.5 yuan and ultimately closing down by 7.05%.
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Reported 7 months ago
During a performance in Tokyo, 9m88 captivated the audience by covering Shiina Ringo's classic hit 'Marunouchi Sadistic' and received praise from the original singer herself. She revealed that the choice was based on her intuition and used a unique method to memorize the difficult lyrics. Additionally, 9m88's talent also caught the attention of Japanese trumpeter Takuya Kuroda, who invited her to perform at the Ebisu Blooming Jazz Garden festival and his concert at Blue Note Tokyo, making her the first Taiwanese singer to do so. 9m88 expressed her gratitude for the opportunity and mentioned her upcoming performances in Korea and Hong Kong, following her recent nomination for a Golden Melody Award.
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Reported 7 months ago
Taiwan Sugar Kao-Hsiung Plant was inspected by the US FDA in March this year, with the recent audit results confirming that all inspection items complied with current US food regulations and ensured the safety of food produced by Taiwan Sugar. Since 2002, Taiwan Sugar has been exporting products including sugar, sunflower oil, and rapeseed oil to the US. FDA conducts strict inspections on food factories exporting to the US annually, with Taiwan Sugar being inspected to ensure food safety. Besides sugar and edible oil, products like fruit vinegar and instant grain powder from Taiwan Sugar are also popular in the US. Taiwan Sugar will continue to self-audit to the highest standards, follow local food regulations, and promote high-quality products worldwide to introduce Taiwan through its flavors.
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Reported 7 months ago
Tom Brady was officially inducted into the New England Patriots Hall of Fame, with his No. 12 jersey being retired and a statue unveiled. During the emotional ceremony at Gillette Stadium, Brady expressed gratitude to fans, teammates, and the organization, emphasizing the importance of shared experiences and teamwork. The event featured Brady's former coach and teammates, highlighting their collective achievements during his 20-year career with the Patriots before going on to win his seventh Super Bowl title with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and retiring in 2023.
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Reported 7 months ago
During a meeting of the Board of Directors earlier today, the Central Bank decided to freeze interest rates without adjustment, maintaining the rediscount rate, secured loan and short-term loan rates at 2%, 2.375% and 4.25%, respectively. Additionally, the bank will increase the reserve ratio for New Taiwan Dollar deposits by 0.25 percentage points starting July 1st. Alongside this, the Central Bank introduced the sixth round of selective credit control measures for the real estate market, reducing the maximum loan-to-value ratio for second home purchases in specific areas from 70% to 60% starting June 14th. These measures aim to cool down the housing market and manage credit resources efficiently.
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Reported 7 months ago
由於忽視腹痛症狀，導致腹膜炎引發敗血症的個案提醒民眾應重視身體警訊，陳亞蘭在劇中的諱疾忌醫經歷引起討論，醫師分享相關案例警告不可忽視任何身體不適症狀，尤其是持續腹痛數天且伴隨發燒，需馬上就醫檢查，以避免小病演變成大病，而敗血症的嚴重性也值得關注。
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Reported 7 months ago
In Chiayi, an elderly 86-year-old man surnamed Liu was riding a motorcycle near the Zhushan Station when he failed to brake in time, crashing into the crossing gate, falling onto the tracks. Fortunately, the alert Alishan Forest Railway train driver managed to stop just in time to avoid a tragic accident. Liu was unharmed and conscious, and emergency services quickly resolved the situation. This incident highlights the importance of caution at railroad crossings to prevent accidents.
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Reported 7 months ago
In the era of Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization for enhanced financial inclusion and cross-border finance, a total potential business opportunity of up to 16 trillion USD globally, six financial institutions in Taiwan, including Taiwan Cooperative Bank, Taipei Fubon Bank, China Trust Bank, Cathay Securities, Cathay Asset Management, and Yuanta Financial Holdings, have been officially designated as pioneers in RWA tokenization by the Financial Supervisory Commission. The focus is on exploring the tokenization of real-world assets like stocks, real estate, metals, and intangible assets using blockchain, cryptography, smart contracts to facilitate digital token representation for easier trading and services, emphasizing the advantages of 24/7 trading, increased liquidity, and regulatory challenges in steering towards a proactive and comprehensive development of financial technology.
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