Reported about 1 year ago
Drug shortages are a growing concern in the American healthcare system, with a record 323 drugs in short supply in the first quarter of 2024. Challenges arise from demand surpassing supply and manufacturing issues, particularly in generics. The article discusses the ways the supply chain can respond to better meet patient needs and the complexities faced by the generics market, highlighting the need for solutions in simplifying America's prescription drug marketplace.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network reported on the closing of the Taiwan Stock Exchange on June 25, 2024, with the index rising by 62.27 points to 22,875.97 points, up 0.27%. Proprietary traders bought NT$4.893 billion and sold NT$5.099 billion, resulting in a net sell of NT$0.206 billion. Among the top buys were Evergreen Marine and Foxconn, with the latter benefiting from positive market news leading to a 3.1% increase in stock price to NT$76.5. Additionally, Foxlink, a stock related to the robotics industry, surged 4.41% to NT$73.4.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Ozone, set to perform at Taipei Arena in August, is intensively training in preparation for their concert. The four band members, Zu'an, Jiachen, Huanjun, and Zheyun, will showcase their musical talents in a band format for the first time. The group has been actively working out and preparing surprises for their fans at the concert. Each member has been putting in extra effort, with Huanjun even starting from scratch to learn the bass guitar. The band is dedicated to improving their musical skills and teamwork for the upcoming performance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Investing in dividend stocks is a great way to collect passive income, with some companies offering attractive payouts. Several high-quality dividend stocks currently yield over 5%, well above the S&P 500's average. Five recommended dividend stocks with attractive yields include Dominion Energy, Enbridge, Realty Income, Pfizer, and Verizon. These companies offer steady income, dividend stability, growth potential, and a history of increasing dividends, making them ideal choices for sustainable passive income.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, at 6:27 AM, the Keelung City Police Traffic Police Team visited Zhonghe Elementary School to enhance the safety of teachers and students during their commute. They conducted an educational session for the teachers and fifth-grade students on correct traffic safety concepts, using quiz games and demonstrating real accident scenarios like pedestrians crossing roads illegally, bicycles running red lights, and blind spots of large vehicles. The students responded enthusiastically and were taught safety measures such as taking three steps back from the edge of road when facing a red light, stopping, looking, and listening before crossing, obeying signals, and signaling with hand gestures or long objects to increase driver awareness for cars and motorcycles. They also emphasized the importance of students following the 'slow ride' traffic rules when riding bicycles and how to avoid blind spots and wheelbase differences when large vehicles make turns, instilling the correct protection and road rights concepts in students. The Traffic Police Team aims to continue grassroots education through school campus outreach, ensuring teachers and students have the right road usage concepts to influence their families and friends to abide by traffic safety rules, collectively creating a safer traffic environment.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Central Bank announced that as of May this year, the balance of consumer and construction loans for purchasing residential properties has reached over 10.4335 trillion yuan, with an annual growth rate hitting a new high. On the other hand, the balance of construction loans has experienced a record low annual growth rate of 2.91% since June 2017. The surge in residential property loans indicates a continued hot property market, while cautious developers are concerned about missing the trend due to strict loan approval processes by the central bank and uncertainties about future economic conditions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to media reports on June 25, 2024, a television political talk show in Taiwan was allegedly intervened by Chinese state media Xinhua News Agency, being highly involved from themes to scripts. The Ministry of Culture stated that the Xinhua News Agency journalist mentioned by the media had left Taiwan a month ago, and they will request clarifications from the invitee unit of Xinhua News Agency's Taiwan office to confirm the situation. If verified, the Ministry of Culture will handle the issue in accordance with the law, including potentially revoking press passes and taking legal actions. The Ministry of Culture also outlined the current procedures for Chinese media organizations and journalists stationed in Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, in Neihu District, Taipei, a group of scammers deceived a victim of NT$1 million by claiming to invest in virtual currency. The police set up an ambush and attempted to catch the scammer when he arrived to collect the money. However, the scammer managed to escape, even after being shot at twice by the police. The suspect's current location is unknown, and the police are still pursuing him.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During a recent event, Dee Hsu (Xiao S) expressed her thoughts on the possibility of the iconic show 'Kangxi Lai Le' returning, stating that it should remain a beautiful memory from the past. She mentioned that if she were to collaborate with someone, it would be with her sister, Da S. Hsu also shared updates on her family and work-life balance, with a consensus that any potential revival of the show should not attempt to surpass its former glory and that limited episodes could be considered as a fun project.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Reports of a rat infestation at the New Shin Kong Mitsukoshi A8 food court in Taipei resulted in chaos as a rat was spotted moving around by the window where food was being served, prompting a cashier to scream and a chef to grab an umbrella to try and catch the rodent. The Taipei City Health Bureau has dispatched personnel to investigate, and if violations are found, fines of up to 20 million NT dollars can be imposed. The bureau is conducting inspections on food safety and hygiene standards and will take necessary actions to ensure compliance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, at 8:00 AM, a connective truck crashed into a safety island on Yuandelu Road below the Xihu Interchange in Changhua, due to heavy rainstorm causing slippery roads. The collision resulted in a traffic light pole being broken and one person in a car on the opposite lane sustaining injuries. The driver of the truck, a 38-year-old man surnamed Chen, lost control due to rainy and slippery road conditions, leading to the collision. Police are investigating the incident, while the injured have been taken to Changhua Hospital for treatment.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Taipei City Government has launched the 'Taipei City Hotel Booking System' just in time for the peak summer travel season, offering bookings at least 5% cheaper than international platforms like Agoda and Booking.com. With over 60 accommodation providers already on board, travelers using this platform can not only save money but also ensure they stay at legitimate accommodations, avoiding unnecessary disputes and ensuring a seamless travel experience. The system allows clear visibility of available rooms and aims to create a win-win situation for both businesses and consumers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai signed a sister city agreement with the Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Terrance Drew, representing Kaohsiung and the capital of the Caribbean nation. The two cities aim to enhance cooperation in smart cities, healthcare, sustainable development, and tourism, strengthening their relationship and deepening the democratic friendship between the two countries. The signing ceremony included waving flags, mutual aspirations for mutual benefits, and exploring various areas for collaboration.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On Tuesday, the Nasdaq surged 1.3% driven by Nvidia's 6.8% growth and other tech giants, while the Dow slipped. The rebound was led by chip sector strength, with the S&P 500 technology index recovering from a three-day decline and tech stocks like Alphabet and Meta Platforms performing well. Investors are awaiting crucial inflation data this week, with implications for megacaps as consumer confidence slightly eased and economic growth signs indicate advantages for high-quality stocks. However, retail giant Walmart and Boeing faced challenges, while FedEx rallied in after-hours trading due to favorable profit forecasts. Carnival Corp raised its annual profit outlook, and the upcoming release of the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index is also anticipated.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Since the appointment of the new Minister of National Defense, Ge Li-xiong, various defense reforms have been actively launched, but grassroots officers and soldiers express that the military leadership and the Minister of National Defense have not truly prioritized military discipline cases and the integrity of inspectors and supervisors, resulting in frequent military discipline incidents. Recently, there have been cases of inspectors and supervisors collectively bullying subordinates, with illegal officials not being penalized, and even the Chief Inspector General of the Ministry of National Defense turning a blind eye, leaving grassroots officers and soldiers disheartened. The military faces another bullying case, this time with involvement of inspectors and supervisors.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In mainland China, a woman was distressed by her boyfriend's insistence on her getting a tattoo of his liking, specifying a spider design on her lower abdomen, claiming it wouldn't be visible to others. Despite her concerns about regret and impact on her, the boyfriend persisted, even emotionally manipulating her by implying her refusal would question their commitment to each other. The woman refused, feeling her opinions weren't respected despite her efforts to please him in other ways.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Mr. Hong, a 62-year-old retiree with a habit of exercise and mountain climbing, is preparing to challenge the 5,895-meter-high Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa with friends. Before departure, he consulted a doctor for necessary medications and received detailed advice on preventing high altitude sickness based on medical history, past symptoms, physical examinations, and itinerary evaluations. The article also emphasizes the importance of consulting a doctor before mountain climbing, as high altitude sickness can affect anyone, regardless of health status, and lists preventative medications for acute mountain sickness, high altitude cerebral edema, and high altitude pulmonary edema.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Media personality Zhu Kai-Xiang exposed 3 years ago that former Green Party legislator Gao Jia-Yu's ex-boyfriend Lin Bing-Shu received a COVID-19 vaccine through 'privilege,' sourced from the Taipei City Hospital system. The court has debated the case, with Zhu questioning why whistleblowers like them should be punished instead of those receiving the privileged vaccines. The verdict is scheduled for August 13. Lin Bing-Shu has expressed concerns about his personal privacy and the public shaming of his personal data. Zhu and others maintain their innocence, asserting their actions were in the public interest. The court hearing included discussion with Lin Bing-Shu, who has been serving a sentence. The case involves individuals such as Nationalist Party legislator Chen Jing-Hui and head of Taipei City Hospital, Hou Jun-Ying.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to a horoscope expert mentioned by SET News, in the second half of 2024, the 'Tianyue Star' will bless 3 Chinese zodiac signs, symbolizing intelligence, beauty, authority, and help from noble individuals. The three signs, namely, the Sheep, Rabbit, and Pig, will experience leadership opportunities, career advancements, financial ventures, and innovative changes, benefiting from the guiding influence of the 'Tianyue Star.' Note that these predictions are for reference only, and it's advised not to rely too heavily on folk beliefs.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to NCC, Taiwan's latest mobile broadband service user statistics as of May 2024 show that the number of 5G users in Taiwan has surpassed 9 million, with an increase of over 180,000 from the previous month, while 4G users declined by nearly 200,000. With only five days left until the shutdown of 3G network, some communication providers have launched 3G upgrade promotions, offering painless transitions to 5G with unlimited data plans and gifts like toilet paper and Tougher glass screen protectors. Companies are attracting users to migrate before 3G services close, offering various incentives like cash vouchers and accessory discounts. Additionally, Taiwan's transition to 5G has seen significant growth, with over 905 million 5G users as of May 2024, showcasing the shift towards advanced mobile applications and international trends of 3G network closures to support energy conservation, carbon reduction, and spectrum resource allocation for 4G/5G networks. Amidst this telecommunication shift, promotions and deals in the market range from upgrading to 5G with monthly plans and discounts, demonstrating the competitive landscape in the industry.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, the Ministry of the Interior announced the revision of the 'Supplementary Military Service Regulations'. In order to adjust the structure of the national defense forces, the Ministry revised the conditions for applying for supplementary military service, aiming to have approximately 1925 individuals return to active reserve duty each year and around 2560 individuals switch to alternative service based on family factors. This adjustment aims to effectively supplement national troops and achieve the principle of military service fairness. The revised regulations will come into effect soon.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Semiconductor memory giant Nanya Electronics (2344) plans to conduct a 73.6 billion cash increase this year, with a set price of 23 yuan announced on the 25th, equivalent to a '12% discount' based on the current market price of 25.95 yuan. This represents a price difference of 2.95 thousand yuan per share, or a discount of 12%. Nanya Electronics' memory business is poised to enter an upswing cycle, as recent market conditions show increasing product prices and shipment volumes rising, with international giants investing in high-bandwidth memory and DDR5 to meet future AI and HPC demands.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 23 in Taipei, over a hundred people, regardless of supporting or sympathizing with Palestine, braved the storm to shout for an end to the racial massacre, calling on the U.S. to immediately demand a ceasefire from Israel. On the same day, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, in an interview, sternly stated that he would not agree to any agreement demanding Israel to cease the Gaza war. The article also features a request for the song 'Street Blessing' sung by Penny Tai. The article covers various topics such as the stock price of TSMC, a husband unhappy about missing out on the property market, and a wife excessively spending and eating out, causing marital conflict.
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Reported about 1 year ago
NHK女主播中川安奈因在社群平台上放置胸部照片而爆紅，但最近4個月未更新IG，讓粉絲擔心。有人猜測她可能離開NHK成為自由主播或轉型成為藝人，但消息人士透露她並未打算離開NHK，只是因為公司表示照片分享有過火，所以停更。中川安奈已刪除一些相片，並感到困擾自己的性感形象被誤解為賣弄。
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to the FTNN News Network on June 25, 2024, the Control Yuan announced it would request a constitutional interpretation on the parliamentary reform legislation passed through bipartisan cooperation. Nationalist Party legislator Hsu Yu-chen criticized the Democratic Progressive Party, stating they are trying to derail parliamentary reform by various means, including seeking a constitutional interpretation. The Council of Grand Justices has clarified that the investigative powers of the Legislative Yuan and the Control Yuan are different. Hsu also criticized the Control Yuan for being selective in investigations and accused it of becoming a tool of the ruling party. Hsu emphasized that the parliamentary reform legislation, which grants investigative and hearing powers to the Legislative Yuan, represents the will of the people and should be respected. More than half the nation supports the reform, urging the Control Yuan to reconsider and protect the outcomes of parliamentary reform.
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