Reported about 1 year ago
A male netizen posted on Dcard discussing his girlfriend of 5 and a half years asking if it's regrettable to only have one partner, expressing his distress and seeking opinions from others. Responses varied, with some agreeing it's regrettable as part of experiencing life, while others disagreed, believing the current partner is the right one. Some warned the original poster that this question might indicate the girlfriend's intention to find a new partner soon, while others interpreted it as regret for not dating more people before. However, some praised the girlfriend for being honest and having full trust to ask such a question.
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Reported about 1 year ago
China has imposed sanctions on several units of Lockheed Martin and three executives due to arms deals with Taiwan, an island China claims as its own territory. The banned entities include Lockheed Martin Missile System Integration Lab, Lockheed Martin Advanced Technology Laboratories, and Lockheed Martin Ventures. The sanctions are seen as symbolic since U.S.-China military cooperation has been suspended since the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests, and China has been developing its domestic aircraft industry to reduce reliance on foreign technology.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A traveler named Mr. Guo had a concerning experience at Busan Airport when his checked baggage was initially 39 kilograms, incurring a $330 USD fee for overweight items. After rearranging his belongings, the bag was reweighed and mysteriously increased to 40 kilograms, leading to a long discussion with airline staff suspecting a faulty scale. Eventually, the issue was resolved, but it was a close call as Mr. Guo could have faced a fine of $330 USD (over NT$10,000) for the overweight baggage incident, highlighting the importance of double-checking luggage weight to avoid unexpected charges.
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Reported about 1 year ago
這篇文章記錄了Nike獲升級為Outperform，Palantir獲降級為賣出的華爾街最新研究呼籲。除了這兩家公司外，還有其他公司的升降評級和股價預估。其中包括Oppenheimer將Nike的價格目標從110美元提高到120美元，Morgan Stanley將Freeport-McMoRan的評級從Equal Weight升級為Overweight等情況。
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Reported about 1 year ago
After BLACKPINK member Jennie ended her contract with YG Entertainment, she has been actively promoting her personal brand 'ODD ATELIER' and collaborating with top brands. Recently, she unexpectedly posted a photo with Hong Kong star Edison Chen, causing a frenzy online with fans surprised by their acquaintance. Jennie, who is a global ambassador for Adidas, collaborated with Chen's brand CLOT, leading to the behind-the-scenes photo with Chen. Netizens were amazed by the interaction between Jennie and Chen, with comments like 'Do they really know each other?' and 'Jennie looks so pretty.'
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to SET News on June 21, 2024, Severe thunderstorms are expected for tomorrow afternoon. Today saw sunny skies in the first half of the day, with strong convection developing in the north and central regions in the afternoon resulting in heavy rainfall, notably reaching 71mm in Xinbei Ulai. Tomorrow, the main rainfall is expected in the afternoon, with convection developing near mountainous areas affecting many low-lying areas. Temperatures are to reach as high as 37 degrees in central and southern Taiwan. Tropical disturbance in the South China Sea has a low probability of developing into a typhoon, with little impact on Taiwan's weather expected. High temperatures in the north will reach 35-36 degrees over the next few days.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Kate Mara and her husband Jamie Bell have two children together, a daughter born in 2019 and a son born in 2022. They have kept their kids out of the spotlight, only sharing photos of their feet and choosing to keep their names private. Mara experienced a miscarriage before welcoming her daughter and had to deliver her via an emergency c-section. She juggled filming while pregnant with her son and values her role as a mom and an actress, finding it easy to switch between the two. Additionally, Mara is an animal advocate and took her daughter to a chimp sanctuary in Florida in 2023.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Taiwan Railway train No. 229, a new Taroko Express train, collided with falling rocks in the Qingshui Tunnel in Hualien on the evening of June 21, causing its carriage to derail. The train conductor surnamed Chen and 8 passengers were injured, with 7 of the injured individuals taken to Tzu Chi and Mackay Memorial Hospitals for treatment, while 2 others did not require medical assistance. The injured include the train driver surnamed Chen, as well as passengers surnamed Huang, Lai, Yang, and Ding sent to Tzu Chi Hospital, and passengers surnamed Tsai and Li sent to Mackay Memorial Hospital, while those unnamed passengers did not seek medical care. Emergency services were dispatched to assist in the rescue operation, urging people in the area to stay safe and watch out for further incidents.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sarepta的股票在獲得美國食品和藥物管理局對其肌肉萎縮症藥物Elevidys擴大批准後飆漲。這項擴展批准為患者尋求治療帶來重大意義，並且該藥物已在過去一年帶來約3.34億美元的收入。儘管尚有爭議，但此舉被認為對公司有很大的上行潛力。
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Reported about 1 year ago
53歲女星陳孝萱在台語劇《我的意外室友》記者會上坦承單身，表示享受一個人的生活，不怕孤單。她重拾演員身分後相當充實，除了工作外還能跳舞、跑步、吹琴等。陳孝萱對於新戀情表示保持沉默，並在被問及感情時遞送飛吻後離去。
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Reported about 1 year ago
US stocks wavered below the flatline with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq slipping, breaking their recent streak of highs. Nvidia's loss led the tech-heavy Nasdaq down, while AI-driven rally faces scrutiny. Bank of America economists predict a 'gilded glidepath' for the US economy, with risks ahead. Home prices hit record high in May, challenging potential buyers. Some trending stocks include Gilead, Nikola, CarMax, and Nike.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Yang Yong-wei, Taiwan's 'Judo Prince,' aims to win a gold medal at the upcoming Paris Olympics, driven by his strong desire for victory and a renewed focus on his judo training after setbacks at the World Championships. Following his silver medal win in Tokyo and gold at the Hangzhou Asian Games, Yang is determined to elevate his performance and achieve his goal of winning a gold medal at the Olympics, emphasizing the importance of staying true to his judo roots and continuous improvement through rigorous training and new tactical guidance from a Mongolian coach.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Reported by Sanli News Network on June 21, 2024, the presidential suite at the Kaohsiung Grand Hotel, which belonged to the Chiang family era, has been renovated into a restaurant and wine bar. The suite's inconspicuous closet, when opened, reveals an emergency shelter. The hotel has also transformed the 50-year-old Kaohsiung Port Authority staff 'waiting room' into a stylish hotel. Visitors can now experience the historic charm and elegance while enjoying different dining experiences at the evolving restaurant. The hotel's adaptation of the former presidential suite has maintained a 'disappearing secret room' preserving the original era's ambiance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 21, 2024, with a crowd of over 20,000 people, there was an unsuccessful attempt to block amendments to legislation involving the exercise of legislative powers and criminal laws in Taiwan. Despite this, a spontaneous citizen movement called the 'Bluebird Movement' continued to gather strength. Cao Xingcheng, a founder of TSMC, stated his goal to remove legislators appointed by the Chinese Communist Party in Taiwan next year, emphasizing the importance of defending Taiwan's democracy and freedom against potential Chinese aggression. He mentioned the recent report by the European Parliament highlighting the distinct status of Taiwan from China, causing China to view Taiwan as a threat to its regime. Cao emphasized the need to prevent internal Chinese influence in Taiwan and advocated for continued civil disobedience actions to safeguard Taiwan's future and democracy. He urged sustained activism to prevent Chinese interference in Taiwan's governance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Taiwanese man's sister and her family went on a self-guided trip to Greece in May this year. While visiting Santorini Island, the sister's husband drowned while swimming with the entire incident lasting less than 5 minutes. Despite seeking help from the Greek tour guide and the captain, the sister was given no assistance, missing the golden rescue time. The man, surnamed Bai, has filed a complaint, advising people to be cautious about travel safety, not solely relying on online star ratings. Bai further detailed the events leading to the tragic incident and criticized the lack of proper safety measures onboard the tour boat.
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Reported about 1 year ago
一些購買垃圾債券的資金管理人已經開始轉而將資金投入投資級別的債券，因為這些債券的收益率現在幾乎與高收益債券相當。許多投資者對經濟前景愈加樂觀，購買風險較高的證券，導致最高評級垃圾債券（BB級）和最弱的投資級別債券（BBB級）之間的收益率差異不斷縮小。一些資金管理人現在在高級企業債券方面採取相反的交易，買入的高級企業債券的平均收益率比周四的BBB債券高約1個百分點，這一差距與疫情期間的4個百分點以上的峰值相比明顯收窄。
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News, June 21, 2024, 9:30 AM: The Taiwan stock market opened lower and closed with an index drop of 152.71 points at 23,253.39 points, a 0.65% decrease. According to the exchange's disclosed chip movements, the three major institutional investors sold a net of 15.296 billion Taiwan dollars today, with the top sell-off being Hon Hai, which was sold by all three investors for 40,000 shares. Despite the sell-offs, HTC's stock price rose by 2.5% to 49.25 Taiwan dollars today, with netizens expressing surprise at this turn of events. Other top-selling stocks included electronic and traditional industry stocks.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Nvidia暴跌使市值蒸發1180億美元，這家半導體巨頭不僅在市值上輸給微軟，而且股份在三重巫婆星期五下跌。該公司的股價繼續下跌，損失了市值，這種情況引起了市場的關注。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 21, 2024, at 9:25 am, the Local Governments for Sustainability Council convened in Brazil, with New Taipei City Vice Mayor Liu Ho-jan attending as the East Asia Regional Executive Committee member, sharing experiences on climate action and enhancing urban resilience with other city leaders. New Taipei City showcased upgrading green parks to create flood detention spaces, such as the Shouder Park in Zhonghe District, accommodating up to 12,340 tons of floodwater. Vice Mayor Liu signed the '2024-2030 São Paulo Action Strategy,' representing Taiwan and shared the climate adaptation and net zero resilience experiences of 'Sustainable New Taipei' with cities at the ICLEI World Congress in São Paulo. New Taipei City's ongoing contributions include climate change mitigation and adaptation, coal phase-out, resilience, and low-carbon cities, willing to share successful experiences with ICLEI member cities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 21, 2024, at 9:24 am, Taiwan Railways' northbound Train No. 229 heading to Hualien derailed between 'Chongde-He Ren' after hitting falling rocks, with driver Chen Junliang suffering a bleeding bone fracture and receiving medical treatment. Later on the same day, a landslide occurred near kilometer 51 on the westbound line of 'He Ren=Chong De', affecting a train in the area. Due to delays exceeding 2 hours for Train No. 229, passengers were entitled to a full refund upon arrival. Taiwan Railways is working tirelessly on repairs post-derailment.
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Reported about 1 year ago
New Taipei City's Zhongxiao Junior High School held a campus renovation inauguration ceremony, where Mayor Hou Youyi mentioned the old, high-chloride, and low-seismic original school building necessitating a two-phase rebuild to provide a better learning environment for students. Additionally, an underground parking lot and activity center were constructed for public use, enhancing community parking convenience and collaboration. The new campus features five years of phased construction, with various amenities and spaces, including a unique display of millennium-old indigenous trees excavated during the building process, illustrating a blend of art and history intended to welcome a new future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Starting July, the painkiller Paracetamol will see a price hike in Taiwan. The manufacturer announced an 8% increase in the suggested retail price, around a 10-15 NT$ increase per box. However, pharmacists point out that Paracetamol's component is acetaminophen, and there are many qualified drug factories in Taiwan capable of producing acetaminophen-based analgesics at relatively cheaper prices. Despite concerns of stockpiling due to the announcement, pharmacists reassure the availability of alternative options and emphasize on not panicking unnecessarily.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Following the sudden death case of a wanted criminal, authorities and family members went to the morgue to determine the cause of death. It was initially determined to be due to emotional shock. The taxi driver that was hit during the incident, along with passengers, were terrified. The driver's family refused to pay for damages, so the driver had to cover the repair costs himself. The family of the deceased criminal also declined to cover any compensation, leaving the driver to bear the costs of repair and loss of income.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the Euro 2024 match between Spain and Italy on June 21, 2024, an intense first half with no goals was followed by Italy's own goal in the second half, allowing Spain to secure a 1-0 victory and advance to the round of 16. Italian fans were left disappointed as the unexpected own goal by Riccardo Calafiori resulted in their team's defeat. Spanish coach Luis DeLa Fuente praised his team, while Italy's chances of advancing will be determined in their upcoming match against Croatia on the 24th. Additionally, French forward Mbappe, who suffered a broken nose during a match, is recovering well and may return to play against the Netherlands. NBA also saw the Pistons firing coach Williams after just one season, and Napoli opening a pizza-making school for those aspiring to become pizza professionals.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to China Times News, on June 21, 2024, around 8:00 PM, Taiwan Lottery Company drew the 113000063rd Powerball jackpot with a guaranteed amount of 100 million NT dollars. The winning numbers are 02, 17, 31, 42, 44, 46, and the special number is 10. Check your tickets now! Taiwan Lottery Company drew the 113000063rd Powerball jackpot on June 21, around 8:00 PM. Additional news includes Taipei Power Company facing power outages in Xinyi District, and Taiwan Railway facing challenges with train operations due to incidents in recent months.
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