Reported about 1 year ago
Singer Yavi Mori, nominated for Best Indigenous Singer at the 35th Golden Melody Awards, discussed her latest album and creative process in an interview. Collaborating with her husband, they shared a passionate process of music-making. Mori also disclosed her cousin relationship with TV host Xiao S, stating they often chat and Xiao S once reminded her not to embarrass her during a show. Xiao S responded warmly to the revealed family connection, making Mori feel supported.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On Yahoo Finance's show 'Asking for a Trend', the host Josh Lipton discusses the current market trends, including a spike in call option volumes for US mega-cap growth and tech stocks. Foundry Founder Jared Quincy Davis emphasizes the importance of GPUs in the AI sector and the increasing demand for AI solutions across different industries. Other topics covered include the energy sector's market leadership, the positive historical trend for the Nasdaq in July, bitcoin's upcoming distribution as per Mt. Gox agreement, the future of private sector operators in the space economy, and Deutsche Bank's note on the surge in call option volumes for mega-cap growth and tech stocks in the US.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FDA授權了薄荷口味的電子煙銷售-健康政策專家解釋效益或勝過風險。美國食品藥品監督管理局於2024年6月21日授權在美國銷售首批口味非煙草的電子煙產品。其中四款新授權產品中，有兩款是密封的預裝薄荷口味尼古丁液體回電子煙中使用。另外兩款是一次性尼古丁電子煙-一旦使用完預裝的薄荷液體後，設備即無法再次使用。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Cruise Lines International Association reported that the global cruise industry faced a significant setback during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020-21, resulting in a loss of $77 billion. However, with cruising being considered one of the safest forms of travel, Carnival Cruise Line has bounced back, setting record sales and improving commercial operations. Carnival's second-quarter earnings beat expectations, with adjusted earnings of 11 cents per share and revenue reaching $5.78 billion, representing a 17.7% increase. The company raised its 2024 adjusted net income guidance and is experiencing positive trends expected to continue into the third quarter, with analysts predicting earnings to increase by 29% and sales by 13%.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FedEx Corporation has decided to permanently retire 22 Boeing 757-200 freighter aircraft from its fleet as part of a downsizing move to align with decreased parcel demand. This retirement also includes deactivating seven engines, generating a $157 million impairment charge. FedEx continues to adjust its operations, reporting an increase in adjusted operating income in the fourth quarter despite the challenging market conditions and forecasting revenue growth and improved earnings for fiscal year 2025.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Activist investing in Japan is flourishing, led by successes of firms like Elliott Management Corp. and Strategic Capital Inc. The government and Tokyo Stock Exchange's focus on shareholder returns has made the country the world's second-largest market for activists. Shareholder proposals are rising, and this year alone, activists have invested in 100 Japanese companies worth approximately $318 billion, with strong returns outperforming the market. The shift in corporate governance has attracted both foreign and Japanese investors, reshaping the traditionally debt-focused economy into one where shareholders wield significant power.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the DIOR event at the opening of Diamond Towers Boutique in Taipei, global ambassador Jay Chou and Korean actress Kim Ji-won found themselves in an embarrassing situation as a Taipei Da'an Police car collided with a high-end Maybach used for VIP transport, while trying to clear illegally parked vehicles. The Maybach, valued at over 9 million, was damaged in the incident, with the police handling the aftermath according to regulations. The whole mishap was captured by onlookers and shared online, highlighting the incident's comical yet costly nature.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Zhang Shuwei recently sold his house in Shenkeng for 11.8 million, making a profit of 7.6 million after holding it for 17 years. This substantial profit from his pre-marital property added a significant amount to his private savings. Zhang initially purchased the house for 4.2 million in 2007 and sold it for 11.8 million in early 2024, triple its original value. The sale also set a new record price for the neighborhood. Zhang and his wife are now living in a rented house in Guishan and are saving up to buy their own property.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In an interview, Chen Ai-ling, the executive director of the Fubon Cultural and Educational Foundation, expressed her dedication to promoting altruistic spirit by raising awareness for children's programs in Taiwan. Recognizing the lack of locally-produced children's content in the past 30 years, Chen initiated the development of a children's pop music program to cultivate talents and address the challenges faced by the younger generation. With a team of experts and professionals, she aims to provide quality educational content while advocating for media literacy and cultural identity, emphasizing the importance of nurturing the next generation amidst the digital age.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 60th Munich International Film Festival for Children and Young Audience, the children's program 'Expedition to the Mountains' co-produced with Hakka TV won the global first prize in the 7-10 years old non-fiction category. The film's natural and non-interfering approach impressed the international judges. The program's success highlighted the importance of allowing children to make decisions and experience their emotions authentically during the filming, underlining the value of seeing children and their relationships in a genuine light.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Pioneering the field of children's programs, Fubon Cultural and Educational Foundation's Executive Director, Chen Ailing, shared about their three documentary-style programs that won awards at the Munich International Film Festival for Children and Young People. These programs marked Taiwan's first award wins at the event, emphasizing the importance of local talent in producing quality content for children.
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Reported about 1 year ago
ELLIS Yi Long, a member of Fahrenheit, has been revealed to have made a profit of 6.2 million in just three years by selling a luxury house in Tianmu, Taipei. This success story showcases how several Taiwanese celebrities, including Chicken Cutlet Sister and YU Meiren, have also made significant profits in the real estate market through buying and selling properties.
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Reported about 1 year ago
26-year-old Li Duohui, known as the 'Electric Cheetah Lady,' fulfilled her singing and dancing dreams by forming a 6-member girl group 'MEME' with her teammates. They recently released their debut single 'My Black Eyes,' injecting new energy into the music market. Li Duohui, along with many cheerleaders, transitioned to the music industry, with her fellow teammate Xiaofang, they both showcased their singing talents. Another popular figure, Lin Xiang, collaborated with Ah Qin to create a personalized singing and dancing single 'Kawaii,' attracting invitations for performances. Former Lami Girls team captain Xiaofan also pursued her dream of becoming a singer with the help of a producer, releasing two singles 'Beautiful Imagination' and 'No Sunday' and receiving invitations for performances.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A man named Sun in his 30s from Kaohsiung has been scamming people online for years by posing as a fake doctor, selling unlicensed fat-dissolving injections for profit, and even fraudulently prescribing the COVID-19 effective drug 'paxlovid' during the pandemic. Despite being convicted multiple times for fraud and facing minor sentences and fines, he continues to deceive and exploit victims online using his charming appearance and smooth talking skills. Sun's reprehensible actions mirror those of the Israeli con artist Simon depicted in the Netflix documentary 'The Tinder Swindler.'
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Reported about 1 year ago
Strawberry, known for 9 years in the entertainment industry, saw her career take off after joining a cheerleading squad. From being a prominent figure in school and entering the showbiz in 2015, she ventured into drama and unexpectedly met Show Lo, becoming his employee. Recently, she shines as part of the Taoyuan Yun Leopard professional basketball team's exclusive cheerleading squad 'Electric Leopards', impressing many with her dance talents. Strawberry also reveals her singing and dancing dreams, forming a girl group 'MEME' with fellow cheerleaders. Supported by her loving mother, Strawberry is affectionately nicknamed 'Brightest Strawberry' by host Jacky Wu and received blessings from him at her recent single release event, showing her growing success in the entertainment industry with the help of Show Lo's mentorship.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc., the owner of Circle K and Couche-Tard chains, revealed lower-than-expected earnings primarily attributed to a decrease in fuel sales. The company's revenue for the fourth quarter surpassed analyst estimates, but earnings per share fell short. With the majority of its revenue coming from fuel sales, the company faced challenges in the US due to lower demand, despite slightly exceeding fuel margin estimates. Alimentation Couche-Tard also experienced a decline in same-store merchandise sales, reflecting consumer struggles with inflation and limited discretionary spending.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sixteen Nobel prize-winning economists signed a letter warning about the negative impact on the U.S. and world economies if Donald Trump wins the U.S. presidential election. The economists, including Joseph Stiglitz and Sir Angus Deaton, stated that Trump's economic plans, especially imposing tariffs on Chinese imports, would lead to inflation and harm the economic standing of the U.S. They emphasized that Joe Biden's economic agenda is superior. Trump's campaign did not respond, while Biden's spokesperson deemed Trump's economic agenda dangerous.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FedEx reported fourth-quarter earnings exceeding Wall Street expectations, pointing to e-commerce growth and improved margins. Rivian's shares surged after a joint venture and investment from Volkswagen, while Tesla faced its fourth Cybertruck recall. The impact of extreme heat on the economy, with estimates up to $100 billion annually, was discussed. Infrastructure challenges due to heat were addressed, highlighting the need for investments to heat-proof systems like transportation and electricity grids amidst climate change.
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Reported about 1 year ago
一位就讀桃園元智大學的女大生日前和朋友到壽司郎用餐，私帶寵物守宮並放在醬料盤上擺拍，引起網友譁然。網友對比日本高中生在壽司郎舔醬油瓶再放回被求償6700萬日圓的事件，推測女大生恐將遇天價求償，也引來壽司郎發文表示衛生疑慮，並有司法行動追究責任。學校則發聲明表示將根據校規處置該學生，並加強學生教育宣導衛生安全重要性。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Amid accusations of overspending public funds, Taiwan’s representative to the U.S., Yu Da-Mou, has denied claims of extravagance and mistreatment of subordinates. Yu addressed the allegations during a press conference in Washington, D.C., emphasizing the importance of clarifying the facts to clear his and his wife's names from personal attacks. The controversy involves purchases of luxury items, including a costly car, and using official resources for personal errands, sparking debates over accountability and proper conduct in office.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Voyager Space Co-Founder and President Matthew Kuta discusses how private sector operators are changing the space economy, with commercialization making space activities more cost-effective and sustainable. Kuta emphasizes the importance of private companies in owning and operating assets in space, allowing governments to focus on deeper space exploration, while also highlighting the need for businesses in the space industry to be run like any other for public trust. Competition from companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin is driving innovation and transforming the space landscape for broader accessibility.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Domestic mechanical and electrical leader company East Soft bids farewell to the era of Huang Maoxiong's sole dominance and is now jointly governed by major shareholders Bao Jia and Huaxin Li Hua. In late May, the management rights of East Soft were peacefully transferred to major shareholders Bao Jia and Huaxin Li Hua, jointly endorsing Li Mingxian as the new chairman, ushering in a new era for East Soft. Li Mingxian, in his short time as chairman, has already made significant moves by guiding East Soft into AI and semiconductor supply chain, integrating overseas markets to expand market share, and planning for East Soft to become a holding company, setting a goal of 10% revenue growth this year with revenue surpassing 65 billion NTD, showing a new outlook. Last Friday, East Soft announced a personnel change with the resignation of CFO Xu Zhoul, marking the dawn of a new era for East Soft. Xu Zhoul, formerly the deputy CFO of Foxconn, left due to the change in leadership, highlighting the transformation at East Soft led by the new chairman, Li Mingxian, with the support of Huaxin Li Hua and Bao Jia.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Current Taipei City Vice Mayor Li Sichuan has been identified as a popular candidate to succeed as the New Taipei City Mayor. Amidst concerns within the party, there are suggestions to strategize early for the 2026 election, particularly regarding the smooth transition in New Taipei. Political and business elites are encouraging Vice Mayor Li Sichuan to enter the election in New Taipei, sparking tensions with current Mayor Hou You-yi and the party central. The situation is seen as stronger than individuals, with minimal room for maneuvering for blue and white coalition in New Taipei. Hou You-yi's main task is viewed as preserving the area for the blue camp, although opinions within the party differ on the succession plan for New Taipei City Mayor.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Han Shengsheng and husband Paulie have been married for a year, with Paulie appearing happier and fuller since their wedding. Han, a Taiwanese-British actress, juggles her career in Taiwan while Paulie works in Hong Kong, leading to a long-distance relationship. To celebrate their anniversary, the couple went on a second honeymoon in Vietnam before returning to Taipei for their anniversary. Seen in public holding hands and enjoying a movie date, the couple's love and happiness were evident, with Han taking the lead in their activities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Lilian, a net celebrity named Lilian, who founded the Qingniao Overseas Group, was exposed for offering pole dancing classes for profit. The Qingniao Action has become a controversial tool for people like Lilian to ride on the publicity and make money. The group was criticized for soliciting donations and giving interviews with figures like drug-related Sunflower Movement activist Lilian and others. Although Lilian and others have since left the group, they have been accused of smearing and dividing the overseas Qingniao team, with the organizers sternly cutting ties and warning the public not to be deceived.
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